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Thieves Steal Four Antonello da Messina Works from Sicilian Museum

Thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Sicilian museum overnight without triggering alarms, prompting a professional-heist

Iran and Oman Discuss Joint Shipping Lane Through Strait of Hormuz

Iran and Oman opened talks Tuesday on a jointly managed shipping route and mine-clearing mission through the Strait of Hormuz.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Cuts Forecast as Footwear Demand Weakens, Stock Plunges

Dick's Sporting Goods missed Q2 revenue estimates and cut its annual forecast Tuesday, citing weak footwear demand and sending shares sharply lower.

Tesla Raises Cybertruck Prices by $5,000 as Sales Slump in U.S.

Tesla increased prices on two Cybertruck trims by $5,000 each in the U.S. as the electric pickup struggles with slowing sales.

Xpeng Shares Sink on Weak Delivery Outlook Despite $6.3 Billion Robot Valuation

Xpeng shares fell Monday as a weak delivery forecast overshadowed a $6.3 billion valuation for its robotics business, keeping focus on core EV demand.

Michelle Garnaut’s Legacy: The Story Behind M on the Bund and Its Cultural Impact

When Michelle Garnaut opened M on the Bund in Shanghai 25 years ago, she was a pioneer, bringing a new level of sophistication to...

Dutch Museums Celebrate 150 Years of Impressionism and Showcase Andy Warhol’s “Royal Edition”

In 1874, a group of young artists in Paris revolutionized the art world by showcasing their paintings in defiance of the rigid norms of...

Controversial Artwork by Gaetano Pesce Unveiled in Naples, Sparking Debate

A new 12-meter-tall sculpture by the late Italian designer Gaetano Pesce has sparked conversation and controversy in Naples, Italy. Installed in Piazza del Municipio,...

Steve McQueen Opens London Film Festival with World War II Drama “Blitz”

Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen kicked off the 68th London Film Festival with the premiere of his World War II drama Blitz. Set during the...

Spanish Scientists to Reveal Christopher Columbus’ True Nationality with DNA Evidence

Spanish scientists are preparing to announce the long-awaited results of a DNA analysis that could finally settle the centuries-old debate over the true nationality...

Han Kang Becomes First South Korean Nobel Prize Winner in Literature

Han Kang, the first South Korean recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature, has gained international acclaim for her works, including The Vegetarian, which...

George Harrison’s Early Beatles Guitar Set for Auction with $800,000 Estimate

An electric guitar once played by George Harrison during the early days of the Beatles is set to hit the auction block next month,...

Stunning “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Dazzles South America and Easter Island

On Wednesday afternoon, the Pacific Ocean sky darkened as a rare annular eclipse, often called the "ring of fire," cast its shadow across a...

Bogota: City of the Lost Fails to Capture the Grit and Drama of a Crime Thriller

*Korean superstar Song Joong-ki takes on another international role in Bogota: City of the Lost, directed by Kim Seong-je. The film chronicles the journey...

Uprising: Gang Dong-won Leads Rebellion in Lavish Korean Period Epic

Korean superstar Gang Dong-won stars in Uprising, a lavish period epic directed by Kim Sang-man (Midnight FM) that explores rebellion and revenge during the...

Soldier of Fortune: A Gritty Look at Expat Life in 1950s Hong Kong

Released in 1955, Soldier of Fortune initially presents itself as a typical melodrama of its era, but its depiction of expat life in 1950s...

Hellbound Season 2: A Darker World of Religious Chaos and Political Parables

It’s been three years since Hellbound first introduced us to its chilling world of supernatural decrees and demonic retribution, but eight years have passed...

“Born for the Spotlight”: A Powerful Drama About Women Navigating the Entertainment Industry

Born for the Spotlight, Netflix’s latest drama series from Taiwan, sheds light on the harsh realities faced by women in the entertainment industry. Written...

Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo Faces Leadership Change Weeks Before Event

The executive director of the Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX), Heidi Chu Ching-han, resigned in mid-September, just weeks before the high-profile international event...

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