France is stepping up its game in Asia, seeing the region as a hotspot for creativity in the world of entertainment. The country's film board, CNC, is leading the charge, aiming to make France and Europe major players in this space. At a recent event in Taiwan, CNC's boss Gaetan Bruel shared some b
A new fund, supported by MUFG and other investors, has raised $600 million to help countries deal with climate change. This fund, called the GAIA Climate Loan Fund, focuses on projects that make communities stronger against extreme weather like floods and droughts. The fund's goal is to show that p
Older adults who are at risk of dementia can benefit from a structured lifestyle program. This program, which is more organized than doing things on their own, has been shown to improve brain function over two years. The program focuses on healthy habits. It includes things like eating well, stayin
Sequins are not just for holidays and parties anymore. They are taking over red carpets too. At the recent LACMA Art+Film Gala, many stars like Salma Hayek, Doja Cat, and Cindy Crawford wore shiny sequin dresses. All these dresses were from Gucci, the event's sponsor. At first glance, it might seem
Rice plants face a tough challenge when dealing with cadmium, a harmful metal. Phosphorus, a key nutrient, plays a big role in how rice plants manage cadmium. Scientists wanted to understand how different amounts of phosphorus affect cadmium in rice. In an experiment, they grew rice in water with d
The box office had a scary weekend. It was the worst of the year and the worst Halloween in 32 years. But why? Some say it's because of the World Series or Halloween itself. But maybe, just maybe, it's because the movies were not good. Let's look at the movies that came out. There was "Regretting Y
Nokia is taking Warner Brothers to court in multiple countries. The Finnish company says Warner Brothers is using its video tech without permission. This tech helps make streaming smooth and enjoyable for users. It includes things like video compression, content delivery, and recommendation systems.
Harvard University is facing a wave of student discontent. The reason? A recent internal report suggested that the school's grading system needs a major overhaul. The report, written by Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, pointed out that A grades have become way too common. In fact, 6
The Buffalo Bills showed everyone why they are a force to be reckoned with in the NFL. They beat the Kansas City Chiefs for the fifth straight time in the regular season. This win was not just about the score. It was about how they did it. The Bills controlled the game from start to finish. They hel
Martha Stewart has been a big name in the world of cooking and homemaking for over four decades. She started as a caterer and became the first self-made female billionaire in the U. S. She also created the idea of a lifestyle influencer long before the internet was a thing. Her work has influenced m
