The 82nd Venice Film Festival is drawing to a close, and its red carpet has been every bit as much a runway as a celebration of cinema.


Venice Film Festival 2025: Venice festival witnesses top-tier fashion

Despite the high-stakes diplomacy between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, battlefield clashes continued. Russia claims to have repelled a major Ukrainian cross-border incursion attempt in the Belgorod region while regaining control of almost all settlements in Kursk. Moscow also accused Kyiv of attempting to derail Trump-Putin talks as both sides reported heavy strikes across multiple frontlines.

Russia repels Ukrainian cross-border raid, retakes strategic settlements in Kursk

Russia has formally requested the US to reopen its airspace for direct flights, a move that comes two years after the US and its allies imposed restrictions. Talks in Istanbul focused on removing diplomatic tensions, with Moscow emphasizing the need to improve bilateral relations. Will the US agree to restore air travel? Stay tuned for updates.

Russia seeks to reopen US airspace, pushes for better bilateral ties

JPMorgan CEO mandates a full return to office work, sparking employee backlash. Over 1,000 employees have signed a petition against the RTO rule, as 40% of the workforce is currently on a hybrid schedule. The CEO has dismissed the petition.

JPmorgan employees rebel against CEO’s full-time office mandate

The Venice Carnival 2025 brings a vibrant display of masked revelers and grand floats, including a giant rat cruising through the Grand Canal. Spectators enjoy the colorful spectacle as boat-filled participants add to the excitement, showcasing Venice's rich carnival tradition.

Venice carnival 2025: Masked revellers celebrate Venice carnival

Nationwide protests have erupted across the US, with demonstrators rallying against Trump, Musk, and Project 2025. Citizens are voicing their concerns on social issues, economic policies, and more, as tensions rise in major cities.

Nationwide protests rock US as demonstrators slam Trump, Musk, and Project 2025

This week on Kashmir Connect, we take you inside a beautiful Kashmiri wedding, feast on Wazwan, meet a pigeon fancier, and discover how lilies are damaging the Dal.

Kashmir Connect: A Kashmiri Wedding & feast on Wazwan

Oji Holdings, a company in Japan renowned for its expertise in paper products, has announced its intention to cease the production of children's nappies in September due to a significant downturn in demand.

This Japanese company will soon stop producing baby nappies. Here's why

Former president Donald Trump said on Saturday (Feb 10) that he would encourage Russia to "do whatever the hell they want" if it attacked a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) country that didn't pay enough to meet spending targets.

Trump says would let Russia ‘do whatever the hell it wants’ to NATO allies that don’t pay enough

Oleh Synehubov, who is the Kharkiv region governor, said on Telegram that the Russian missile strikes on Tuesday (Jan 23) damaged the gas pipeline. Ukrainian authorities revealed that seven people were killed and dozens wounded after a wave of Russian missiles targeted Kyiv and other cities.

Ukraine officials blame Russian missile strike for damage to gas pipeline in Kharkiv

A senior commander in Hezbollah's elite Radwan force was killed allegedly in an Israeli strike on south Lebanon on Monday (Jan 8), three security sources told the news agency Reuters.

Israeli-Hamas war: Strike on Lebanon kills senior commander in elite Hezbollah unit

The Islamic State jihadist group on Thursday (Jan 4) claimed responsibility for twin bombings that killed 84 people in Iran a day before. In a statement on Telegram, the group said two of its members "activated their explosives vests" at a gathering near the grave in the southern city of Kerman of slain Revolutionary Guards general Qasem Soleimani.

Iran twin blasts: Islamic State jihadist group claims responsibility for bombings

At least 84 people were killed and more than 140 others injured in Iran on Wednesday (Jan 3) in twin blasts that took place in quick succession near the grave of late general Qasem Soleimani, state television reported.

Iran says 84  killed in twin blasts near late general Qasem Soleimani’s grave

Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday (Dec 27) that Russia fired almost 50 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine, the news agency Associated Press reported. They also claimed that Moscow shelled a train station where more than 100 civilians were gathered to catch a train to Kyiv.

Russia-Ukraine war: Drone and artillery attack kills 6 in Ukrainian city, causes power outage

A massive manhunt is still underway for the suspect in the mass shootings in Maine, which killed 18 people and injured over a dozen on Thursday (Oct 26). Local officials were searching for a 40-year-old man, identified as Robert Card, who opened fire in the bowling venue and then a bar about a 10-minute drive away.

Maine mass shootings: Manhunt still underway, Biden condemns 'senseless and tragic' incident

In the latest, the White House, in a statement, announced that President Joe Biden signed the bill and prevented a government shutdown shortly after the US Congress approved the temporary funding measure, ensuring that federal agencies would not face a lapse in funding.

Morning brief: Biden signs stopgap funding bill, Afghan embassy in India to stop operations, and more

US President Joe Biden will arrive in New Delhi on Friday (September 8) to attend the G20 Summit which is scheduled to take place in India's capital on September 9 and 10.

G20: Biden to arrive in Delhi on Friday, US to make sure India has a successful summit

Who doesn't want to cuddle with their pets? These furry four-legged friends are so cute. You can love them all you want, but kissing them should be off-limits. A recent survey showed that 69 per cent of Australian homes have at least one pet, putting pet ownership at an all-time high.

It's not OKAY to kiss your pets. Survey reveals why

Lawyers for Donald Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges that he allegedly attempted to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden.

Donald Trump requests April 2026 date for 2020 election interference trial

As catastrophic wildfires destroyed Hawaiian towns killing more than 100 and displacing thousands of people, there have been several rumours and conspiracy theories on how it all started.

Bright flash and fire: Video suggests a tree fell on a power line, setting off the Maui blaze

Hillary Clinton, the former senator, said that she did not "feel any satisfaction" after Donald Trump was indicted in Georgia on charges of racketeering and a string of election crimes.

Hillary Clinton feels 'great profound sadness' over Donald Trump's multiple indictments

The government of Canada's Northwest Territories announced a state of emergency on Tuesday (August 15) in response to wildfires that have largely destroyed one isolated village and are also posing a risk to the territory's capital, Yellowknife.

Canada: State of emergency declared in Northwest Territories due to wildfires

Republican US Representative Don Bacon said late Monday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had issued a warning that his emails had been hacked by Chinese spies, with both personal and campaign messages compromised, in addition to reading the emails of State Department workers.

US Congressman Don Bacon says Chinese spies hacked his emails

At least three people were killed in western Ukraine's Volyn after overnight air strikes, the region's governor said early on Tuesday (August 15). Yuriy Poguliaiko, governor of Volyn, said: "As of now, three people have died.

Russia-Ukraine war: At least three killed in air strikes on west Ukraine