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Feb 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Activism: Hiam Abbass's Bold Stand at the Berlin Film Festival

At this year's Berlin Film Festival, a heated debate erupted over the role of politics in cinema. Hiam Abbass, a well-known French-Palestinian actress, strongly believes that art and politics are deeply intertwined. She is currently showcasing two films at the festival, both carrying powerful politi

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

How Ready Are Parents to Handle Child Emergencies?

In Hungary, accidents involving children happen often. This is a big problem. When kids get hurt, the first help they get can make a huge difference. Parents are usually the first to help. But do they know what to do? A study looked at parents in Győr-Moson-Sopron county. It found that many parents

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Feb 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Return of Mystery Science Theater 3000: A Nostalgic Comeback

Mystery Science Theater 3000 is back, and fans are buzzing with excitement. This isn't the first time the show has been revived, but this comeback feels different. The show started small in 1988 on a local Minneapolis station. It quickly gained a following and moved to Comedy Central. The concept is

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Celebrities at the Berlin Film Festival: Should They Speak Up?

The Berlin Film Festival, known for its political discussions, has seen a shift in 2026. Many celebrities are choosing to stay quiet about political issues. This has sparked debates about whether artists should use their platform to speak out. Wim Wenders, Michelle Yeoh, and Neil Patrick Harris hav

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

Pakistan Chooses Fielding, No Handshake with India

Salman Agha decided to field after winning the toss against India, but a handshake between the captains was skipped before the T20 World Cup Group A match. The game went ahead after Pakistan reversed a boycott that had been in support of Bangladesh, who declined to tour India over safety worries an

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Feb 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Building Real Friendships: A Simple Story and Key Lessons

A farmer in a quiet village wanted to meet his neighbors, so he set up a big meal and asked his daughter to invite everyone. Instead of shouting about the feast, she ran out yelling that a fire had broken out and begged for help. A few neighbors came because they were ready to aid her, while others

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Presidential Popularity: Who Really Struggles Most?

Gallup, the famous pollster that started measuring how people feel about presidents back in 1938, said on February 11 it would stop tracking these scores. The change marks a shift in what the company wants to study, according to its own statement. The idea of polling presidents began when George Ga

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Film Festival Faces Heat Over Political Talk

The Berlinale has launched a defence for its jury after early criticism sparked by comments made at the opening press conference. The festival’s spokesperson highlighted that some remarks were taken out of context and urged a fair view of the artists involved. The core issue centres on the role o

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

The Horn of Africa Gets a New Rivalry

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are pushing their own agendas in the Horn of Africa, turning a regional summit into a stage for their competition. What started as a fight in Yemen has now spread across the Red Sea, touching places like Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea and Libya. The

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Berlinale’s Politics: A New Look at the Festival’s Fight for Free Speech

The Berlin film festival, founded in 1950 as a voice for the free world, has long been a stage for political protest. In recent years it backed Iranian demonstrators, condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and amplified Ukrainian filmmakers in exile. This year the focus has shifted from film to p

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