International Translation Day: What the power of being understood means
The Hinduby Anasuya Menon22d ago
This year’s International Translation Day is themed Linguistic Diversity and Language Rights, with the subtitle ‘The Power to be Understood’.
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top 96%‘Hanuman Ansh’ Indian Sleeper Hit’s International Distribution Strategy Unveiled by ‘K.G.F,’ ‘Kantara’ Outfit Hombale Films (EXCLUSIVE)
Varietyby Naman Ramachandran22d ago
Indian devotional film “Hanuman Ansh” has grossed more than $3.5 million outside its home territory since Hombale Films took it to international audiences, and the company behind the blockbuster...
Thousands celebrate cultural diversity at Auckland’s Moon Festival
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa22d ago
Thousands gathered in Auckland on Friday for the start of the Moon Festival, a three-day event marking mid-autumn celebrations, a traditional holiday observed in different forms across Asia.
Inside South India’s bars: How design and architecture are changing the drinking experience
The Hinduby Anisha Menezes22d ago
India has three bars in Asia’s 50 Best Bars list in 2026: Boilermaker (Goa), Soka, and Bar Spirit Forward (Bengaluru) for their flair and inventive cocktails. But the drinks are not the only focus.
Beloved children's author Andy Griffiths immortalised with sculpture
ABC News Australiaby Lish Fejer22d ago
In short: One of Australia's most-loved children's authors, Andy Griffiths, has been recognised in a sculpture called Andy Andy.
Martial Law wanted a soundtrack, but the kids kept changing the lyrics
Rapplerby Joey Salgado22d ago
AT A GLANCE - The Marcos regime sought to win the hearts and minds of the youth during Martial Law by promoting a controlled cultural narrative through music and media, but the youth often...
Scarlett Johansson Takes Break From Filming Overseas for ‘Paper Tiger’ NYFF Premiere After Skipping Cannes: ‘I’m Hallucinating’
Varietyby Rebecca Rubin22d ago
A very jet-lagged Scarlett Johansson reunited with co-stars Adam Driver and Miles Teller for the New York Film Festival premiere of “Paper Tiger,” which kicked off the festival’s 64th edition.
Singaporean collector Peter Lee on checks, chintz and multicultural ports
The Hinduby Ranvir Shah22d ago
Peter Lee is a man who wears many hats. The Singaporean collector, of Peranakan Chinese ancestry, is an independent scholar, researcher and curator.
‘Love Hypothesis’ Director Claire Scanlon Breaks Down the Biggest ‘Star Wars’ Easter Eggs, From Gracie Abrams’ Song to Color-Coded Wardrobes
Varietyby Tanya Fedak22d ago
“Star Wars” has featured iconic locations throughout the franchise, taking audiences to Tatooine, Naboo and now, a campus biology lab at Stanford University.
Isaac Mizrahi on the ‘Unzipped’ Restoration, the John Galliano Met Gala Fiasco and Why the ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Cerulean Blue Speech ‘Makes Me Want to Kill Somebody’
Varietyby Marcmalkin22d ago
No doubt Isaac Mizrahi is excited about the release of the newly restored “Unzipped,” the 1995 documentary chronicling a moment in time when he was one of the fashion world’s hottest designers.
Litti-more from Bihar comes to Kanak
New Indian Expressby Tejal Sinha22d ago
Think of Bihari food, and the first things that come to one’s mind are usually Litti Chokha and Champaran Mutton. But there is so much more to the cuisine than these familiar favourites.
Contemporary Taste of Asia at Zega
New Indian Expressby Reshmi Chakravorty22d ago
A thoughtfully curated menu where authentic Thai and Chinese flavours meet contemporary culinary techniques welcomed us at Art of Asian Flavours, a special culinary pop-up at Zega, Sheraton...
Non-singers become a choir over 2 hours at B'luru Flash Jam events
New Indian Expressby Mahima Nagaraju22d ago
Mahima Nagaraju Baritone, sopranos, altos and tenors’ voices dance together, interweaving in perfect harmony to Abba’s Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
Stories, Songs and Soul of Storytelling
New Indian Expressby Tejal Sinha22d ago
In a city where Urdu finds its rhythm in everyday conversations and old stories often carry memories across generations, storytelling takes on a different resonance.
We need more music teachers
New Indian Expressby Sandesh22d ago
Music is oxygen for my soul. Some music is playing about 90% of my day. I’m basically a music whale. I live underwater in it and only surface for important work. Whales come up to breathe.
'Happiness is a state of mind': Shilpa Shetty on gratitude, food, family & letting go
New Indian Expressby Sruthi Hemachandran22d ago
Happiness for Shilpa Shetty can show up in the most unexpected and, in her words, ‘strange’ places.
Ray brings a global groove to ‘Ghoom Ghoom’
New Indian Expressby Tejal Sinha22d ago
For an artist who has spent years working just out of the spotlight, Ghoom Ghoom from Mirzapur: The Movie marks a turning point.
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Unraveled’ Tour Setlist: Every Song Played on Opening Night in Connecticut
Varietyby Karla Cote22d ago
Olivia Rodrigo officially kicked off the “Unraveled” tour on Friday night with her first show at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, CT. Scroll down to see the setlist as it’s being updated live.
Not a summit - Taipei Times
Taipei Times22d ago
People stand near a “Winnie the Pooh” installation at the Light and Shadow Art Festival in Chiayi City’s Beixianghu Park yesterday. The festival, which began yesterday and runs through Oct.
This Week's Weird and Wonderful—September 25, 2026
Bring a Trailerby bringatrailer22d ago
This Week’s Weird and Wonderful—September 25, 2026 The weekend approaches, and here you are on the Internet looking at cars—good for you!