US Vice President JD Vance accused some members of the Israeli government of trying to influence American opinions to prolong the war with Iran. In an interview published Wednesday, Vance told conservative podcaster Joe Rogan that while he trusts some people within the Israeli government, there are others “who are manipulating and trying to change
All of this has been hailed by Chinese media as a victory for Made in China products, a label commonly associated with low-quality and often cheaper-made products. “The fact that Chinese air conditioners have become a necessity for Europeans is not simply a commercial phenomenon, but a microcosm of ‘Chinese-style empowerment,’” reads a commentary in
A handful of Paramount+ subscribers failed to win an order blocking the merger with Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday, but a coalition of states will try again on Friday. The plaintiffs sued in April, alleging that they had faced price increases and risked losing viewing options as a result of the transaction. At a hearing
Activist Anna Hazare’s 13-day fast in 2011 gave new impetus to an anti-corruption campaign that briefly captured the national imagination. Irom Sharmila, who was protesting against the draconian Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in northeast India, refused food for 16 years and survived only because authorities force-fed her through a nasal tube. Medha Patkar, a
In a competitive situation, FX has secured the rights to develop a series based on the New Yorker article “The Call of the Wild” by Paige Williams. Variety has learned exclusively from sources. Also published online in January 2026 with the title “The field rescue team in America’s busiest national park,” the article details the
The deadly inferno has raised familiar questions about fire safety regulations across Thailand, especially at entertainment venues. Thai authorities say they are investigating whether negligence caused the fire, as survivors reported locked doors and a lack of signage demarcating emergency exits. But some question whether relevant government agencies should also be held accountable for failing
