UK to introduce carbon tax on imported goods in 2027
The UK will apply a new carbon import levy to some products from 2027 to help protect businesses from cheaper imports from countries with less stringent climate policies, the government…
Parts of China recorded record low temperatures
Temperatures in parts of China, including Shanxi, Hebei and Liaoning provinces, have reached the lowest level since records began. Yichun city in Heilongjiang province may see a record low temperature…
A storm killed 16 people in Argentina and Uruguay
The death toll from a severe thunderstorm that hit Argentina over the weekend has risen to 16 in Argentina and neighbouring country Uruguay. Uruguay's meteorological agency said two people died…
MGM+ renews second season of ‘Beacon 23’
MGM+ has officially picked up a second season of the sci-fi drama series starring Stephan James and Lena Headey "Beacon 23." The series was previously developed for Spectrum Originals.
Netflix brings ‘Stranger Things’ to the stage in London
The unlikely world of Hawkins, Indiana, came to life in London when Netflix premiered a play based on its "Stranger Things" series. Titled "Stranger Things: The First Shadow," the play…
New York’s Met museum returns Southeast Asian artefacts linked to looting
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York reported that it will return 14 sculptures to Cambodia and two to Thailand associated with an art dealer accused of trafficking in…
Jason Momoa says the future of ‘Aquaman’ “doesn’t look too good”
Jason Momoa recently spoke about his concerns about future instalments while promoting Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, which hits theatres Dec. 22. The actor admitted that he has doubts about…
Princess Diana’s gown sold for $1.1 million at auction
An evening gown of the late Princess Diana has sold for $1.1 million, 11 times the estimate, breaking the record price for one of her gowns at auction, according to…
“Poor Things” inspires curiosity, says star Emma Stone
Emma Stone says her gothic comedy "Poor Things" is a lesson in embracing change and diversity. Directed by Greek Yorgos Lanthimos, the film stars Stone as Bella Baxter, reanimated after…
FDA finds control failures at Moderna manufacturing plant
US drug regulators found quality control gaps at Moderna's main manufacturing plant, including with equipment used to make the drug substance for its COVID-19 vaccine, according to a report obtained…
