This year’s film festival in Cannes became a stage not just for new movies, but for real-world debates about art and technology. The event runs every May, and the 2026 edition was no exception, filling the French Riviera with glamour and gossip. Attendees lined up to cheer for blockbusters like The
A plane crashes into the Pacific and suddenly passengers must choose between sinking metal and hungry sharks. That’s the set-up for Deep Water, a new survival thriller landing on U. K. and Irish screens. Directed by Renny Harlin (famous for Die Hard 2), the film teams up Hollywood heavyweights Aaron
The Supreme Court has temporarily let people access the abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth visits and the mail. This drug, used in most US abortions today, works by blocking a pregnancy hormone and is usually taken with another pill to complete the process. It got initial approval in 2000
In a recent investigation, a rights group has alleged that both the M23 rebel faction and soldiers from Rwanda were involved in severe human rights violations during a brief occupation of Uvira, a city in eastern Congo. The report claims that over the course of a month from late 2025 to early 2026,
Lawyers in the media and entertainment world don’t just handle paperwork—they step into some of the most chaotic situations imaginable. Some specialize in defending clients in serious criminal cases, like shootings or assaults. One recent example involved a lawyer getting a case dismissed for a clie
Lettuce grown under artificial lights isn’t just affected by temperature and water—how much light it gets also shifts how it processes nitrogen, the stuff that makes greens healthy. Scientists grew two types of lettuce, one crispy like a sandwich topping and one loose-leaf for salads, under two ligh
Research shows that hitting about 8, 500 daily steps can help people hold onto weight loss for months. A fresh review of 18 studies with nearly 4, 000 adults found those averaging 8, 500 steps a day kept off about 3. 3% of their lost weight after ten months. Each extra thousand steps added more prot
A new psychological crime drama is set to hit North American screens next year. The film, titled “A Silent Death, ” was produced by the company FilmSharks and has just been licensed to Myriad Pictures for distribution across the continent. The agreement was signed by Kirk D’Amico of Myriad and Guido
The sport of boys volleyball has just started its first season as a state‑recognized competition, sparking excitement across Michigan. As regional tournaments loom in just over two weeks, teams are sharpening their skills to vie for the state title. To spotlight individual talent, a list of st
The high school sports scene in Bay County has seen a shift. On Senior Day, Central’s softball squad snapped a 24‑game losing streak by beating Flushing and Ogemaw Heights, ending their long drought. The Wolves played with freedom and joy, a change the coach praised for showcasing their team culture
