Oscar-nominated West Bank feature director says films 'can be part of change'

Steve Nease's cartoon from February 7, 2025, depicts a humorous scene that is not visible due to technical difficulties with the video. The cartoon likely features Nease's signature style of clever and witty illustrations, providing entertainment for viewers. Despite the video not loading, audiences can still appreciate Nease's talent and creativity through other videos from the team. Full Article

President Donald Trump signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court, accusing it of targeting America and Israel with "illegitimate and baseless actions." The measure imposes financial and visa restrictions on individuals assisting in ICC investigations of American citizens or allies, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was recently issued an arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. The ICC, a global court for prosecuting genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes,...

South Korean girl group NewJeans, now known as NJZ, announced their upcoming performance in March at the ComplexCon Hong Kong festival, where they will debut a new song and perform solo. The group recently ended their contracts with managing label Ador, leading to legal disputes with the company, a sublabel of Hybe, which manages BTS. Ador has filed injunctions in South Korean courts, but NJZ remains focused on their upcoming event despite the ongoing conflict....

In Sydney, Australia, a man called Reptile Relocation Sydney to remove over 100 red-bellied black snakes from his backyard mulch pile, where pregnant snakes had gathered to give birth. Snake catcher Dylan Cooper bagged 102 snakes, including 97 offspring, with experts attributing the rare event to safety reasons, habitat shortage, or hot weather triggering birthing. The snakes were released into a national park, after one snake had bitten the man's dog the previous year, and...

A young paramedic named Megan Lines tragically passed away after being diagnosed with a brain tumour, leaving behind devastated family and friends who have paid tribute to her on a memorial website and raised thousands of pounds for charity in her memory. Her colleagues and friends are organizing a fundraiser called Moving for Meg to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon in April to honor her and raise awareness about brain tumours, inspired by Megan's...

Rachel Labidi shared heartwarming footage of her Rottweiler Blue ensuring his 12-year-old sibling Vinnie, who suffered abuse and a brain injury, doesn't miss out on attention. Despite Rottweilers' negative stereotypes, Labidi believes it's the owners, not the breed, at fault for aggression. Blue's loving and protective nature towards Vinnie challenges misconceptions about Rottweilers, as seen in viral TikTok videos that showcase their close bond and Blue's caring gestures towards their older canine sibling. Full Article