IDF launches ‘limited operation’ in Lebanon as ‘buffer zone expands significantly’

The Israeli military said on March 16 it had begun what it described as “limited ground operations” against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.The announcement echoes similar statements issued in 2024, when Israel and Hezbollah fought a major war in Lebano…

Read More >>

London book fair roundup: Idris Elba’s thriller deal, the rise of romcom, and fights against censorship

The actor led the starry book deals, while publishers assessed whether US-style bans are spreading to the UKThe annual London book fair wrapped on Thursday, marking the end of three days that saw 33,000 people connected to the book industry – agents, p…

Read More >>

London book fair roundup: Idris Elba’s thriller deal, the rise of romcom, and fights against censorship

The actor led the starry book deals, while publishers assessed whether US-style bans are spreading to the UKThe annual London book fair wrapped on Thursday, marking the end of three days that saw 33,000 people connected to the book industry – agents, p…

Read More >>

Trump calls for help on securing Strait of Hormuz as oil prices surge

US President Donald Trump is turning to other countries for help policing the Strait of Hormuz, effectively closed by Iran for the US and its allies after the US and Israel launched the war in Tehran. Since the closing of the crucial passageway, throu…

Read More >>

‘One Battle of Another’ wins big at Oscars 2026 as Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley rewarded

 Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ was crowned best picture at the 98th Academy Awards, handing Hollywood’s top honor to a comic, multi-generational American saga of political resistance. Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley also won a…

Read More >>