Netflix black-and-white production Roma triumphed at the Bafta film awards
The movie, presented from the perspective of an indigenous domestic worker in Mexico during the 1970s, won the best film and best director honours.
It also picked up the cinematography award and the prize for best film not in the English language.
Speaking at the BAFTA ceremony, Director Alfonso Cuaron said the film carries an important political message.
Disney's 'Zootropolis 2' set to join $1 billion box office club
Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Zootropolis 2" is on track to surpass $1 billion at the global box office, the company said on Friday, as the sequel continues its strong run in international markets.
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban
Message board website Reddit filed a lawsuit in Australia's highest court on Friday seeking to overturn the country's social media ban for children, calling it an intrusion on free speech and setting the stage for a protracted legal battle.
Eurovision winner Nemo to send trophy back in protest over Israel's participation
Swiss Eurovision winner Nemo announced on Thursday they were handing back their trophy in the latest protest about Israel's continued participation in the contest over the war in Gaza.
World-famous cellist Hauser to perform in Abu Dhabi
Known for transforming the cello into a powerful, expressive voice that bridges classical music with pop and rock, celebrated star Hauser will headline a special night at the Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 on May 2.
BRIDGE Summit: Bassem Yousef says satire isn't meant to fix the world
Celebrated political satirist Bassem Yousef said he will continue to "make jokes at the powerful" but clarified that satire does not attempt to change world issues "because it was not designed to".
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has started his official visit to Cyprus with a reception ceremony held by President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia.
Several parts of the UAE have been hit with rainfall of varying intensities on Sunday morning, with the Dubai Police issuing public safety messages via SMS to urge residents to exercise caution.
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist shooting at a Jewish gathering in Australia's Bondi Beach that left at least 12 people dead and around 30 more wounded.
