Rio's vibrant samba scene faces challenges as Christiane Torloni is mugged, samba schools are fined, and Milton Nascimento connects with the people at Portela. Plus, Mariana Goldfarb's samba strategy. Read more...

A British boy loses a case against his parents, teenage girls face manslaughter charges, and a missing journalist's last steps in Brazil are revealed. Read more...

This week's entertainment news includes a satirical podcast update, new book releases covering diverse themes, and a relationship update involving Andrew Sachs's granddaughter. Read more...

Explore the diverse attractions of Spain, from the surprising facts about Andalusia and travel tips for Jaén, to the Barcelona bus crash and Spanish astronaut Jesús Calleja. Read more...

From a new director at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts to the closure of the Sunbeam Theatre and the streaming success of Khalil Fong after his death, Hong Kong's arts scene is in flux. Read more...

Hong Kong's entertainment scene sees a mix of developments, from the Doraemon showcase's world tour to a fire at Stanley Ho's former residence and challenges for Cantonese opera. Read more...

Global nature protection agreements, urban heritage preservation, and concerns over stray animal management are in the news. Read on for updates on these pressing issues. Read more...

A roundup of Italian entertainment news, featuring a MasterChef winner's integration story, a TV personality's reflections, a real estate agent's social media woes, and a powerful theatrical image. Read more...

British parents in England, Wales, and Scotland will be entitled to two weeks of bereavement leave after a miscarriage before 24 weeks, thanks to Labour's workers' rights reforms. Read more...

This week's political roundup includes Prince William's St. David's Day message, harassment charges against a BBC presenter, and a controversial language debate in New Zealand. Read more...

This week in tech: A Claude-code fork for local LLMs, Trellis hires AI engineers for PDF agents, GPU acceleration for lithography, and a discussion on European experiences in the US. Read more...

This article covers the plea to save Rome's historic cinemas and Jovanotti's touching video message to a dying fan, alongside other entertainment news. Read more...

A look at recent political news, including Trump's comments on Greenland, a Dem Rep's criticism, and the UK Defence Minister's trip to Washington. Read more...

Single-sex schools decline, Ukraine faces drone attacks, and Spain pushes for debt relief. Plus, a new Catalan language requirement for immigrants. Read more...

Dive into Rio's vibrant Baile Charme parties, the hefty fines for samba schools, and test your Disney knowledge with overlooked characters and princesses. Read more...

A look at key Australian economic trends: gambling losses outpacing aged care spending, efforts to regulate the live music industry, and the rise of female entrepreneurs. Read more...

Presidents Aliyev and Erdoğan attended an iftar in Ankara, highlighting strong Azerbaijani-Turkish ties. Ankara also declared the Kurdish issue resolved after Öcalan's call. Read more...

The EU faces critical decisions on defense spending, cultural identity, and navigating rising global tensions, with voices calling for both increased action and caution. Read more...

A look at recent 'Tatort' episodes, from Cologne's rave scene nostalgia to Munich's military exercises and the enduring appeal of Schimanski in the Ruhr area. Read more...

Spain grapples with political issues including language disputes in Valencia, controversy over an immigration pact, and a public health official's resignation over COVID-19 remarks. Read more...