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Indie distributor Neon has acquired “Artificial,” Luca Guadagnino’s starry drama about Sam Altman and OpenAI, after Amazon MGM Studios abruptly dropped the nearly finished film earlier this month. The decision is widely being read as fallout from Amazon’s new $50 billion (€46bn) partnership with the AI company. Artificial stars Andrew Garfield as Altman, with Monica Barbaro as former OpenAI chief technology officer Mira Murati, Yura Borisov as co-founder Ilya Sutskever and Ike Barinholtz as Elon Musk. Written by SNL alumnus Simon Rich, the film has been billed as “The Social Network” for the AI era — a nod to David…
Europe’s airports and airlines have issued an urgent appeal to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, warning that the rollout of the Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES) has reached a “critical point” and is causing severe disruption for millions of travellers during the peak summer season. In an open letter published on 1 July, aviation organisations ACI EUROPE, Airlines for Europe (A4E) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged Brussels to allow Member States to temporarily suspend the digital border system whenever passenger volumes exceed operational capacity. “Today we have reached a critical point,” the organisations wrote. “The current…
“This decision is not a neutral one,” Retailleau told French broadcaster CNEWS. “It is not normal from a democratic standpoint.” Retailleau argued that the May Day festivities, which are generally marked by union demonstrations across France, would play into the hands of the left — especially if the protests turn violent. This year’s demonstrations resulted in 15 arrests, while 72 protesters were detained in clashes with police in 2025. “We can clearly see that May Day — today — rarely passes calmly, so there’s always a build-up of tension, sometimes leading to outbursts,” Retailleau said. “Can you imagine the eve…
Published on 01/07/2026 – 14:24 GMT+2 Several people have died after a fire broke out at an apartment block in Antwerp on Wednesday, Belgian police said. A report came in of a blaze on the eighth floor of a building in the city’s Linkeroever neighborhood at 9:53 am, Antwerp police said in a statement. Video footage circulating on social media appears to show the fire, with plumes of black smoke billowing from a balcony. Police and firefighters were dispatched to the scene along with a drone crew. “The building has a total of ten floors and is home to more…
Published on 01/07/2026 – 13:08 GMT+2 The belief that The Simpsons can predict the future has become something of a pop culture phenomenon over the years. Frequently cited successful predictions include foretelling the Donald Trump presidency, the censorship of Michaelangelo’s David, Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox, and the 2015 FIFA corruption scandal. There were even viral posts this year suggesting that the show had warned viewers about Epstein island as far back as 2000. Now, a viral claim circulating on social media alleges that The Simpsons predicted the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a 1997 episode…
French daily Le Monde, which first reported the raids, said they were connected to the allegations of financial wrongdoing leveled against the Identity and Democracy group. A high-ranking National Rally official, granted anonymity to speak candidly about the ongoing probe, said the searches were conducted in connection with the European prosecutor’s investigation. Bardella, 30, is leading opinion polls in next year’s French presidential election. Whether he runs will depend on whether Marine Le Pen, the far-right party’s candidate in the past three presidential elections, can successfully appeal her conviction for embezzling European Parliament funds and her five-year ban on running…
Published on 01/07/2026 – 7:54 GMT+2•Updated 8:25 On today’s show: Euronews’ Maria Tadeo reports on the political debate on whether Europe needs to embrace air conditioning as heatwaves become more frequent and intense. Euronews’ Méabh Mc Mahon speaks exclusively to European People’s Party President Manfred Weber and to Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne as Ireland takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU. Euronews’ Nadia Tudor reports from Baku as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visits Azerbaijan to build on EU influence in a region traditionally in Russia’s orbit.…
The White House submitted a 927-page financial disclosure to the US Office of Government Ethics on Tuesday, offering the fullest picture yet of how US President Donald Trump’s fortune has grown since he returned to office in January 2025. Barely established when he was sworn in, Trump’s crypto businesses now generate more revenue than large parts of the property empire he spent decades assembling with his family, earning the US president more than $1.2 billion (€1.05bn) last year. Two ventures account for the bulk of the crypto windfall. World Liberty Financial, the firm launched in 2024 by Trump’s sons and…
What does the perfect holiday itinerary look like to you? Sauntering through a museum or art gallery to discover a country’s heritage and culture, before sampling its local cuisine? What if your debit or credit card could unlock local experiences, recommendations and exclusive offers while you’re abroad? Well, if you’re a Visa cardholder, the digital payment brand has launched Visa Destinations – a platform designed for what it describes as the “passion-led” traveller looking for experiences, recommendations and offers across culture, dining, entertainment, shopping, hotels, flights, transport and wellness. “With Visa Destinations, we are accompanying travellers throughout their journey and…
The Vatican has issued a final appeal to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X, while in Switzerland preparations are underway for a new break with Rome. On one side is the Pope, urging them to stop. On the other are the Lefebvrists, who are determined to press ahead with the ordination of four new bishops without papal approval, a step the Holy See considers potentially schismatic. In a letter addressed to the Fraternity, the Pontiff issued a direct and personal appeal, urging the traditionalists to return to full communion with the Catholic Church. “Filled with Christian affection, I beg…