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Exploring the Cosmic Web: How Galaxies are Truly Connected
In the vastness of the universe, it’s easy to feel like a tiny speck, insignificant in the grand scheme of things. But when you start to explore the idea of the cosmic web, you begin to see how everything is connected in ways that are both awe-inspiring and reassuring. The cosmic web is a fascinating…
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Protests Against an Israeli Cycling Team Shut Down a Major Race
The final day of the three-week long Vuelta a España came to a premature end as pro-Palestinian protesters blocked streets.
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Arab Ministers Meet on Response to Israeli Attack in Qatar
Arab foreign ministers gathered on Sunday in the Qatari capital, Doha, to lay the groundwork for a summit there the next day.
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Pope Leo Says He Cannot Broker a Peace Deal for Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV said that while popes can be advocates for peace, it was less “realistic” for them to serve as mediators.
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After Fiery Protests, Nepal’s Leader Promises a Brief, Caretaker Term
Prime Minister Sushila Karki, a former chief justice, said she had accepted her new role reluctantly. Major political parties say the process is unconstitutional.
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Funicular Crash Has Jarred Lisbon’s Sense of Itself
Lisbon has transformed itself in recent years into a destination for international investors. A funicular crash that killed 16 people has prompted soul-searching about the changes in the city.
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Chloe Zhao’s “Hamnet” Wins the TIFF People’s Choice Award
From the official press release from the Toronto International Film Festival, with links to our coverage of the winning films, when available. PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS PRESENTED BY ROGERS The 48th edition of TIFF’s People’s Choice Awards, presented by Rogers, presents the audience’s top titles at the Festival as voted by the viewing public. All feature…
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TIFF 2025: Erupcja, Junk World, The Napa Boys
The titles that usually break out of TIFF’s Midnight Madness program are often characterized by audacious, crowd-pleasing spectacle (consider the uproarious acclaim for “The Furious”). I’ve always been drawn to the more unconventional midnighters; those stories that may not boast the action choreography and visceral thrills of their louder siblings, but remain intriguingly disquieting. This…
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TIFF 2025: Blue Heron, Amoeba, Meadowlarks
Sophy Romvari’s “Blue Heron” has been one of the breakout critical darlings of the fest circuit, premiering at Locarno to raves before traveling to TIFF for more of the same. At first, her debut feature feels a bit familiar, a memory piece about a troubled brother that the one remembering couldn’t save, but Romvari pivots…
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TIFF 2025: Scarlet, Arco, Little Amélie or the Character of Rain
One of the most buzzed titles of last year’s festival circuit was “Flow,” which would go on to win the Oscar for Best Animated Feature film. Given the relatively shallow offerings from the major studios this year (sorry “Elio” fans), it seems very possible that this year’s winner could also come from the fest circuit—either…