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world2 days ago
Bull Gores Runner in Face During Pamplona San Fermin Run
A black bull struck one participant in the face with its horn on July 11 during the fifth morning run of the eight-day festival. Twelve others received treatment for injuries after the 957-yard charge through Pamplona streets.
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freepressjournal.inworld10 days ago
Some Kerala Temples Adopt Robotic Elephants for Festivals While Others Retain Live Animals
Life-size robotic elephants built from fiberglass, iron and rubber have been placed at Hindu temples in India's Kerala state for use in festivals. Nonprofits including PETA have donated about 40 units at roughly $6,000 each. The shift follows nine deaths from elephant rampages at…
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forbes.combusiness14 days ago
Cannes Lions 2026 featured creator hub and brand-hosted parties on the beach and in the hills
Forbes reported that platforms hosted multiple creator-focused parties and activations during the advertising festival. More than 200 top creators attended an official beach hub behind the Palais. Events included breakfasts, concerts, and a final dinner on advertising's future.
The Hollywood Reporterworld18 days ago
Locarno Film Festival to Honor Virginie Efira With Leopard Club Award
The Belgian-born actress will receive the award on Aug. 7 in Piazza Grande and present a film for which she won best actress at Cannes. The 79th edition runs Aug. 5-15, 2026.
rove.mefinance19 days ago
KCON LA 2026 Set for August 14-16 at Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Convention Center
KCON LA 2026 will run August 14-16 at Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center under the theme K-SOUL CITY. The event features M Countdown concerts headlined by NCT 127, TOMORROW X TOGETHER and ZEROBASEONE plus special collaborations. Tickets for the convention, con…
riotimesonline.comworld20 days ago
2026 MyK Festa Opens Thursday at KINTEX and Sono Calm Goyang With K-Pop Concerts
The four-day event at KINTEX and Sono Calm Goyang features MyK Live performances, pop-up booths, and business meetings. It is the second edition organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Varietybusiness27 days ago
Three Rio de Janeiro-backed films selected for 2026 Shanghai Film Festival
RioFilme-supported titles will screen in main competition, Focus Brazil, and animation sections. The selections follow the agency’s increased funding for Rio de Janeiro productions.
gamereactor.euworld37 days ago
Scorsese, De Niro, Foster and Schrader Reunite at Tribeca for Taxi Driver's 50th Anniversary
@Independent reported that Martin Scorsese, Jodie Foster, Robert De Niro and Paul Schrader appeared together Friday at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival for a panel marking the 50th anniversary of Taxi Driver.
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Forbesfinance43 days ago
YouTube Directors' Films Top U.S. Box Office
Two films directed by creators who built audiences on YouTube finished first and second at the domestic box office this weekend. Backrooms opened to $81.4 million domestically while Obsession reached $104.7 million in its third weekend.
New York Postpolitics45 days ago
Burning Man Organizers Seek $30,000 to Rebuild Orgy Dome for 2026
The nonprofit Consensuality Inc. launched a GoFundMe campaign after high winds damaged the structure at the 2025 festival. The dome has operated for more than 20 years and draws roughly 10 percent of attendees.
The Bbcworld45 days ago
Battersea Park Children's Zoo Marks 75 Years Since 1951 Opening
The zoo opened in 1951 as part of Battersea Park's Festival of Britain pleasure gardens. It now focuses on conservation of rare domestic breeds and endangered species on its two-acre site.
Deadlinebusiness48 days ago
The Stand Sets Second Annual NY Laughs Festival for June 4-7
The Stand Restaurant & Comedy Club will hold its second annual NY Laughs Festival across Lower Manhattan and Union Square from June 4-7. The event adds new venues and a free opening show in Union Square Park.
nypost.comworld50 days ago
Robert De Niro says he did not expect 'Taxi Driver' to become a classic
Robert De Niro stated in a recent interview that he did not anticipate lasting impact from the 1976 film. The movie, directed by Martin Scorsese, is scheduled for a screening and discussion at the 2026 Tribeca Festival.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld51 days ago
Jewish Community Marks Shavuot Festival This Weekend
The two-day Shavuot festival concludes across Australia this weekend. The event commemorates the giving of the Torah and coincides with the harvest season.
The Japan Timesworld52 days ago
Kawasaki Holds Annual Kanamara Festival at Kanayama Shrine
Crowds gathered in Kawasaki on the first Sunday of April for the Kanamara Festival at Kanayama Shrine. The event features portable shrines shaped like phalluses that are carried through the shrine grounds and nearby streets.
rollingstone.compolitics90 days ago
Sombr Performs at Coachella on April 11 with Set List Including Smashing Pumpkins Cover
Sombr performed at Coachella's Outdoor Stage on April 11, delivering a set list that opened with Homewrecker and included a cover of 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins. The artist released his debut album I Hardly Know Her in August with a 38-minute runtime. Sombr has upcoming perform…