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In recent weeks, Senate rules are being reshaped to make voting harder for many Americans. The change comes from lawmakers who previously helped pass a bill that broke the filibuster to protect voting rights. Now, those same voices are pushing rules that could suppress ballots. The fight for fair e

Senator Warns Intelligence Agencies About Election Threats

The Senate hearing began with a sharp rebuke from Senator Mark Warner, who pointed out that key intelligence bodies had not shared crucial information about foreign risks to the next U. S. congressional elections. Warner, who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, argued that

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Filipino films aim for global stage with bold and diverse stories

Go Asia Entertainment Philippines is showing off five fresh titles at FilMart 2026 in Hong Kong, proving Filipino filmmakers can mix genres without stepping on tired clichés. Instead of relying on familiar action or romance tropes, the lineup leans into genres rarely seen from the country: a cross-c

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Upcoming Korean and Vietnamese films at Hong Kong's FilMart

FilMart in Hong Kong is buzzing with fresh Asian film projects, particularly from Korea and Vietnam. Among the highlights is Mr. Shota's Last Business Trip, a Korea-Japan collaboration. The drama follows two strangers in Japan—a tired office worker and a young Korean traveler—who bond over deliverin

Ukraine Leader Arrives in UK for NATO Talks

Zelensky flew to London after weeks of fighting on the eastern front. The Ukrainian president met with NATO head Jens Stoltenberg and British Prime Minister Rishi Starmer to discuss support for Ukraine’s defense efforts. The talks were held in a quiet setting, away from the media glare that often su

Israel Claims to Have Killed High‑Rank Iranian Officials

Israel says it has eliminated Ali Larijani, the top aide on Iran’s security council, and Gholamreza Soleimani, a senior Basij commander. The claims came from Defence Minister Israel Katz and the Israeli military’s public statement on X. Iran has neither confirmed nor denied the reports, leaving the

Mayor’s Bid to Grab Finance Head Sparks Budget Tension

The mayor is eyeing the council’s finance chief for a new role, stirring friction during budget talks. The move comes as the city’s leaders are already at odds over spending plans. By hiring the finance chief, the mayor could add a new layer of strain to an already tense relationship. The c

Future Skills: Why Gen Z Must Be Heard

The promise of a computer‑science degree was once the surest path to success. Many students took loans, earned degrees and found high‑pay jobs. That certainty disappeared as artificial intelligence grew faster than anyone expected. Today, almost half of all code is written by machines and major tech