France and Saudi Arabia on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding for a six-billion-euro ($7-billion) Saudi investment to create three theme parks near Paris, including one expected to be manga-themed, the office of the French president said. The agreement for the “colossal” project was signed during a two-day visit to France by Saudi Arabia’s de […]
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British PM Burnham hits a chord on Kyiv visit
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday strummed on a guitar and also went to a shopping mall destroyed by a Russian strike as he visited Kyiv to show his country’s support for Ukraine. The walk-around occurred as he was in the capital for Ukraine’s Independence Day and to attend a meeting of allies backing […]
Dutch say won’t participate in ‘no longer’ neutral Eurovision
The Netherlands will not participate in next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, its broadcaster said Monday, saying the event can “no longer be considered neutral” given divisions over the Gaza war.”It is undeniable that international conflicts are increasingly affecting the Contest, undermining its neutral character. The Eurovision Song Contest has therefore become a platform for division,” […]
Kenyans get creative to join manga cosplay craze
Cosplay has taken hold in Kenya, where fans must often get creative to dress up as their fantasy heroes. Thousands attended the latest edition of the Otamatsuri anime and manga convention in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, this weekend — one of the largest in Africa — with many in extravagant costumes inspired by hits like “One […]
Trump takes starring role at Washington’s IndyCar debut
US President Donald Trump rode a ceremonial lap in his armored limousine and waved the green flag to start Sunday’s IndyCar race through the streets of Washington, capping celebrations of America’s 250th birthday. Trump, who created the Freedom 250 Grand Prix by executive order for the United States anniversary commemoration, had a prime view of […]
Latest ‘Spider-Man’ tops American box office for 4th weekend
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is still riding high in the North American box office, topping ticket sales for the fourth consecutive weekend in cinemas, but sharply down from last week’s performance. The superhero film fronted by Tom Holland and real-life wife Zendaya brought in $39 million, down 45 percent on last weekend’s take. The latest […]
Pope’s ‘couturier of the sacred’ fueled by faith
Far from the solemn pomp of the Vatican, nestled under the arcades of the mountain town of Santarcangelo di Romagna, a tailor clad all in black leaned over his sketch. With a few strokes of his pencil, Filippo Sorcinelli brought to life a flowing liturgical robe — fitting for the man whose artistry and faith have […]
Odyssey effect: stars sell Greece to a new wave of US tourists
The idyllic beaches of the Greek islands have long been a draw for European holidaymakers, but now a new wave of US tourists is waking up to their charms, driven by stars like Madonna, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber. Madonna celebrated her 68th birthday on Corfu, sharing a whirl of parties and boat trips against […]
Japan axes Netflix collaboration after outcry over dating show
Japan’s justice ministry said Friday it will cancel a collaboration with a controversial Netflix dating show featuring ex-juvenile delinquents, following backlash against what some called the glorification of crimes. Earlier this month, the ministry launched an unusual partnership with the streaming giant’s “Badly in Love,” releasing a poster starring its Season 2 cast members, including […]