Ken Russell’s The Devils, a controversial 1971 film about religious persecution, political power and alleged demonic possession in 17th-century France, is returning to cinemas in the United Kingdom and Spain in a
A 15-metre Christmas tree once again dominates Manger Square in Bethlehem, rising beside one of Christianity’s holiest sites — the Basilica of the Nativity, built over the grotto believed to mark the
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Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant empire is navigating turbulent times, yet the Ironman chef shows no sign of slowing down, The Times UK reports. The 59-year-old celebrated his latest milestone with a high-profile dinner
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by Our Correspondent in Colombo It was one of those rare evenings that linger gently in memory, a night when music spoke a language older and deeper than words. On the evening
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Sergei Torop, the self-proclaimed reincarnation of Jesus Christ known to followers as “Vissarion,” has been sentenced to 12 years in a maximum-security prison camp by a Siberian court, marking the dramatic downfall
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Today (April 26) is World Tai Chi Day. Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art that embodies the essence of China’s long-standing civilization. It reflects the traditional Chinese philosophical concepts of
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Extract from the book “Read Between the Lines,” paragraph “Prison Diary” (pages 97 to 102): Even though I have declined visitors, I cannot refuse religious leaders who come to see me. The
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Fifteen years ago, Lady Gaga was an unknown artist giving interviews in Berlin’s underground clubs. Today, she is a global icon, a 13-time Grammy winner, and a cultural phenomenon who has shaped
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A massive turnout of over 607 million devotees flocked to the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Sunday, marking a significant religious event at the Triveni Sangam—the sacred confluence of the Ganga,
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The tragic suicide of South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has cast a harsh light on the relentless pressure and unforgiving scrutiny faced by celebrities in South Korea’s entertainment industry. As highlighted by
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In an era where artificial intelligence is often seen as a threat to artistic creativity, Canadian-Chinese artist Sougwen Chung embraces AI as a tool for collaboration and exploration. Through their work, Chung
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The cultural landscape in Hollywood has drastically shifted in recent years, and many within the industry now find themselves caught between conflicting ideologies, cultural pressures, and the growing dominance of right-wing influence.
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Editor’s note: Liu Chunsheng, a special commentator on current affairs for CGTN, is an associate professor at the Beijing-based Central University of Finance and Economics. The article reflects the author’s opinion and not
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The ancient Chinese art of stilt walking has found new life, particularly among young performers. As Lunar New Year approaches, this once-endangered folk tradition is seeing a resurgence, with Beijing actively encouraging
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The once-unstoppable James Bond franchise finds itself at an unprecedented crossroads. With no new actor, no clear script, and tensions over creative direction, the world’s most famous spy is adrift in a
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Chinese actress Zhao Lusi, renowned for her roles in Hidden Love, Love Like the Galaxy, and The Story of Pearl Girl, recently shared her personal battle with depression in an exclusive interview
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