Millions in India’s Bengal risk losing welfare benefits after vote deletion
Controversial revision of electoral rolls removed millions. Now, the BJP says they are not eligible for government aid.
Lebanon’s displaced begin to return home, but some have nowhere to go
Thousands in Lebanon attempt to return home, yet rampant destruction leaves many trapped in displacement centres.
Legally Blonde’s nonsensical prequel series is a slap in the face to Gen Z
Last year, speaking to The New York Times, Reese Witherspoon described herself as having two very distinct jobs. “ a…
23 secretly fantastic performances buried in awful movies
There is, it’s fair to say, nothing more important to the movies than actors. The right performance can tip a…
Stealing from the gods: India’s Ram Temple hit by corruption scandal
The temple is mired in embezzlement allegations before crucial state elections, embarrassing PM Modi's government.
Madonna ranked: Her 45 best songs ever, from ‘Hung Up’ to ‘Like a Virgin’
Madonna. Madge. Mistress Dita. The queen of Pop. The queen of working out. The queen of wearing sunglasses indoors and…
Venezuela’s earthquakes pose first major test for President Delcy Rodriguez
How Venezuela’s earthquakes have shaken President Delcy Rodriguez Wednesday’s deadly earthquakes are the first major crisis confronting Rodriguez. But the…
In Lebanon, framework agreement signed with Israel spurs protest, criticism
Anger over deal that does not force Israeli troops to withdraw from occupied land after months of deadly attacks.
‘Between pain and fear’: Gaza children bear cost of ongoing Israeli attacks
Suffering of Gaza's children continues unabated due to Israeli attacks despite 'ceasefire' reached in October 2025.
Books of the Month: What to read in July, from David Sedaris to the stylish finale of Colson Whitehead’s Harlem Trilogy
The arbitrariness of star ratings is a tricky aspect of appraising books, films, music, plays – or Airbnb kitchens. In…