Journalism has long been a fertile ground for gripping storytelling, and Crime Beat, Zee5’s latest crime drama, attempts to tap into that allure. Following in the footsteps of Scoop, The Broken News, and Despatch, the show ventures into the murky world of crime reporting. But does it hit the mark? Not quite. While it starts […]
In October 2024, Idris Alba had announced plans to move within the next decade to support the continent’s film industry by building studios in Ghana and Tanzania. Award-winning actor and filmmaker Idris Elba had announced his exciting plans to move to Africa within the next decade, with the goal of boosting the continent’s film industry. […]
LONDON: The world of 007 is shaking, not stirring! The James Bond franchise is officially moving under Amazon MGM Studios, ending decades of family-run control. Longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are stepping back, handing creative control to Amazon MGM while co-owning the rights. Wilson, after nearly 60 years with Bond, is retiring […]
BEIJING: Frost-resistant sand-control technology could transform desertification prevention in cold regions. Chinese researchers have developed a new sand-fixation agent that remains stable in freezing temperatures, providing a breakthrough for areas where traditional methods fail. Developed by the Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources (NIEER) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the innovative agent modifies cellulose […]
BEIJING: AI-powered scientific research could revolutionise global progress, and China has the potential to lead this transformation. Experts at the World Internet Conference’s AI special committee seminar called for AI-driven public goods to support scientific discovery and promote sustainable development worldwide. Wang Jian, chief director of the committee and director of Zhijiang Lab, highlighted the […]
EGYPT: In a monumental discovery, archaeologists have uncovered the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II, the husband of Queen Hatshepsut, in Egypt’s Western Valley. This discovery, labelled the largest royal tomb find since Tutankhamun’s tomb over a century ago, has sent ripples through the archaeological world. Located near Deir el-Bahari, the famous funerary temple of Hatshepsut, […]
LONDON: Apple’s data encryption in the UK is taking a hit as the tech giant pulls its most advanced end-to-end encryption feature from iCloud after pressure from the UK government to provide ‘backdoor’ access to user data. The Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature encrypts backups, notes, photos, messages, and more, making them accessible only to […]
DUBAI: British cyclist Joshua Tarling has made history at the UAE Tour, becoming the youngest rider ever to wear the Red Jersey after a dominant performance in the Tudor ITT. Tarling set a record speed of 56.671 km/h, completing the 12.2 km time trial in just 12 minutes and 55 seconds. The British champion outpaced […]
TASMANIA: More than 150 false killer whales have been stranded on a remote Tasmanian beach, prompting a massive rescue effort to save those still alive. Officials confirmed that 136 dolphins survived the ordeal, but the cause of the beaching remains unknown. The endangered false killer whales, often mistaken for orcas, can grow up to 20 […]
LONDON: Banksy, the world’s most elusive artist, is swapping spray cans for legal briefs as he fights to keep control of his own name which is not trademark. A UK tribunal this April will hear arguments over whether his trademark should be cancelled—because, according to a greeting card company, he doesn’t use it enough. The […]
ANDROID USERS, REJOICE! The Apple TV app is now available on Google Play, bringing Apple TV+, MLS Season Pass, and more to Android phones, tablets, and foldables worldwide. Built specifically for Android, the app offers a familiar, user-friendly interface. Subscribers can access hit Apple Original series like Severance, Slow Horses, and Ted Lasso, plus award-winning […]
