Riga International Film Festival returns in October
From October 15 to 25, the Rīga International Film Festival (Riga IFF) will take place for the 13th time, with the theme and motto “You Are Here,” the organisers announced on July 7.
Niantic’s games team has rebranded as Scopely Explore
The teams behind games like Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now have the new name a year after Scopely bought Niantic’s games teams for $3.5bn.
Global demand for natural gas expected to contract this year as tighter supply pushes up prices
Global demand for natural gas expected to contract this year as tighter supply pushes up prices – News from the International Energy Agency
Public Dialogue Significantly Reduced Community Conflicts in Ethiopia, PM Abiy Tells Parliament
Addis Ababa, July 7, 2026 —Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said conflicts among communities have declined significantly in recent years as the government has expanded public dialogue and citizen engagement. The Prime Minister described inclusive consultation as one of the country’s most effective tools for strengthening peace and national cohesion. The Prime Minister made the remarks…
GTA VI and the weight of hype
Rockstar’s behemoth will smash sales records, but commercial success has never guaranteed creative revolution.
Breakthrough in Treating Undruggable Lung Cancer
Breakthrough research led by scientists in Manchester has identified a new drug combination that could improve outcomes for thousands of patients with
France’s Le Pen faces pivotal ruling in race for president
France’s far-right chief Marine Le Pen is bracing for a key verdict on Tuesday that will determine if she can run in next year’s presidential elections, when her party has its best chance yet of winning power.
Wayne’s shock axing as Ricky makes tough call, clubs sweat on Origin stars — Round 19 Teams
Wayne’s shock axing as Ricky makes tough call, NRL teams sweat on Origin stars
Leith venue removed from theatres at risk register
The 1930s building has been taken off the list of theatres at risk but three other Scottish venues remain.
