As the new year begins, TV networks across Europe are buzzing about a fresh reality competition show called 'The Box'. Created by Seefood TV, this unique format was first introduced at MIPCOM in Cannes last October. Before it even airs in Norway on TV2, two European countries have already commission
The Golden Globes had a mix of laughter and controversy this year. While some stars, like Glen Powell and Nicole Kidman, had fun, others, like Harrison Ford and Cate Blanchett, weren't as amused. The new voting system, including international voters, led to a diverse set of winners, with France’s “E
Did you know that wild rice could be a game-changer in feeding the world? As our planet's climate goes through big changes, it's becoming crucial to save and use wild rice varieties. These are like the grandparents of the rice we eat, with special traits that could help rice crops survive tough cond
In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i
The mysterious explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas has puzzled investigators. This unusual event, which happened on New Year's Day, involved Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old decorated military veteran from Colorado. Livelsberger, a Green Beret on lea
Early Wednesday morning, a Tesla Cybertruck burst into flames outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. This incident, happening around 8:40 a. m. , resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The Clark County Fire Department promptly responded to the scene, discovering several injured
Ever wondered who gets to celebrate New Year's Eve first? It's not New York City! The tiny island of Kiritimati, part of Kiribati, is the first to welcome the new year. When it's 5 a. m. on December 31 in the Eastern Time zone, it's already New Year's Day on Kiritimati. Soon after, New Zealand and s
In a recent step, the Taliban has ordered a ban on windows that overlook areas where women could be seen inside their homes. The group's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, explained on X that seeing women in everyday tasks like cooking or fetching water might lead to improper behavior. The Taliban ha
During the 31 years of the Heisei era (1989-2018), two notable figures, Ninagawa Yukio and Noda Hideki, left a significant mark on the global theatre scene. Unlike many directors, Ninagawa Yukio didn’t focus on Japanese cultural elements in his productions. Instead, he merged diverse cultures, creat
On Wednesday, an Azerbaijan Airlines plane headed from Baku to Grozny heard a blast and diverted from its route, crashing near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The crash killed 38 people, but 29 survived. Russia, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan are working together to investigate the incident. Some reports suggest the
