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Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has secured his second Palme d'Or at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival for his drama 'Fjord,' a Norway-set exploration of political polarization. Mungiu, whose previous Palme d'Or came in 2007 for '4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days,' has become the tenth
US President Donald Trump reassured Israel on Wednesday that he would protect the country from Iran, stating, 'Israel should not worry. You know why. Because I’m the president and I will take care of Israel.' He also noted, 'I don’t think it will be very much longer. I don’t know
Celtic secured their record-extending 43rd Scottish Cup title with a 3–1 victory over second-tier Dunfermline Athletic, completing the double for the season. The match showcased Celtic's dominance, with goals from key players contributing to their win.
Tens of thousands of people, led by university students, have rallied in Belgrade to protest against the government and call for early elections, according to Al Jazeera. The protests, which have garnered significant public support, were sparked by the Novi Sad rail station disas
A gunman who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing was killed by Secret Service officers who returned fire, according to a law enforcement official. The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. on Saturday.
Angry residents in Mongbwalu, DRC, attacked and burned a Doctors Without Borders clinic treating Ebola patients, according to initial reports. The incident occurred on Friday night, with no injuries reported but 18 suspected Ebola patients fleeing the facility and becoming unacco