Venice Film Festival Jury Adds Prominent Filmmakers

Filmmakers Kaouther Ben Hania, Daniel Blumberg, and Shahrbanoo Sadat will join Maggie Gyllenhaal on the jury for the Venice Film Festival. The jury will award the prestigious Golden Lion during the festival taking place from September 2-12.

Keir Starmer Resigns as U.K. Prime Minister

Keir Starmer has resigned as U.K. Prime Minister, marking his departure as the seventh British leader to step down in a decade. The resignation highlights ongoing economic challenges facing the country in the aftermath of Brexit.

Viral ‘Natural Ozempic’ Drink Explained by Dietitian

A viral trend promotes drinking warm gelatin before meals as a cost-effective appetite suppressant, often compared to prescription weight loss drug Ozempic. However, dietitians warn that such comparisons are misleading and potentially harmful.

Obama Center: More Activism Than Library?

The Obama Presidential Center, located in Chicago, is being criticized for functioning more as an activism center than a traditional presidential library. Some believe its placement on public parkland raises concerns about its role and purpose.

Tyler Robinson Death Penalty Fight: Key Legal Update

Tyler Robinson’s defense team is urging a Utah judge to dismiss the death penalty, claiming prosecutors violated gag orders in the Charlie Kirk assassination case. They argue that misleading evidence regarding ballistics has compromised the fairness of the trial.

GOP Links Data Center Opposition to Chinese Influence

The GOP is increasingly pointing to foreign influence, particularly from China, as a driving factor behind the opposition to data centers in the U.S. This speculation raises significant concerns about international interference in domestic tech policy discussions.

France Faces Intense Heatwave: Red Alerts Issued

More than half of France is currently under red alerts due to an intensifying heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach record highs by Monday. Health officials are warning that many citizens will suffer from the extreme conditions, prompting widespread concern and preparations.

Japan Raises Visa Fees: First Increase Since 1978

Japan has announced a fivefold increase in visa fees, marking the first price adjustment since 1978. Officials claim that the new rates will not significantly affect inbound tourism in the short term.

Historic Cocaine Bust in Australia: 2.7 Tonnes Seized

Australian police arrested several individuals after a raid on an underground bunker led to the seizure of 2.7 tonnes of cocaine valued at A$816 million. This marks the largest cocaine bust in the country’s history.

Bearded Ladies Cabaret: Preserving Philly’s Queer Theater

The Bearded Ladies Cabaret is clearing out its storage units in preparation for their upcoming show, ‘Priority Hoarding,’ which will engage audiences in a unique interactive experience. This initiative aims to celebrate and preserve the legacy of Philadelphia’s vibrant queer theater scene over the past 16 years.