Star Wars: The Force Awakens is officially the highest grossing film of all time in US and Canada. It’s topped Avatar, and crossed the $800 million mark (nearly AED 3 billion) – breaking records at the box office. ‘The Force Awakens’ has taken $1.5 billion (AED 5.5 billion) globally, despite only coming out three weeks ago. What’s more, it’s expected to take China by storm, when it opens there on Saturday. ‘The Force Awakens’ was partly filmed in Abu Dhabi, using extras from the community.
Hungarian-British author David Szalay wins Booker Prize for 'Flesh'
David Szalay won the 2025 Booker Prize for his novel "Flesh" on Monday, becoming the first Hungarian-British author to win one of top awards in the English-speaking world.
BBC boss and head of news quit after criticism of Trump documentary edit
The BBC's boss and its head of news quit on Sunday following accusations of bias at the British broadcaster, including in the way it edited a speech by US President Donald Trump.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations
Rapper Kendrick Lamar topped the list of Grammy contenders for the second straight year with nine nominations, outpacing the seven nods for pop superstar Lady Gaga in the race for the music industry's top honours.
Angelina Jolie visits Ukraine's frontline city Kherson
Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie has visited one of Ukraine's most dangerous frontline cities and a neighbouring region, meeting medical staff, volunteers and civilians living under constant attacks from Russian troops.
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