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- Ben Shapiro’s new film continues Hollywood’s long tradition of anti-Muslim stereotypes
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- CIA Director John Ratcliffe warns Russia against NATO attacks during visit to Moscow
- Bodies of missing persons found in Jeju Island amid police investigation
- Spain arrests fugitive escape master wanted by Italian authorities
- Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, dies at 80
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Ben Shapiro’s new film, Run Hide Fight: Infidels, claims to address the “threat of radical Islam,” positioning itself as a groundbreaking narrative. However, it reiterates longstanding Hollywood stereotypes, portraying Muslims as terrorists and repackaging old tropes amid rising anti-Muslim sentiment in the context of current political discourse.
The body of missing woman Jang Mi-ran was found in Jeju Island, following the closure of her case by police, raising concerns about mishandled investigations of missing persons.
Tim Curry, renowned for his role as Dr Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at 80. His manager confirmed he passed away peacefully at his Los Angeles home following health struggles, including a stroke. Curry was a three-time Tony nominee and also notable for various film roles.
Pope Leo XIV condemned global leaders for unjust wars during his visit to Cameroon, asserting that the world is ‘being ravaged by a handful of tyrants.’ He critiques politicians who misuse religion to justify violence and urges a commitment to peace.
Antarctica’s A-23A iceberg has disintegrated after nearly 40 years at sea, having calved from the Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. The immense iceberg journeyed over 2,300km before collapsing in the South Atlantic in April 2026. Scientists continue to study its lifecycle and movement patterns.
Dubai police arrested an airline worker for sharing images of war damage. The arrest followed electronic monitoring of a WhatsApp group, revealing a clip of smoke from an Iranian drone strike. The individual remains in custody while facing serious charges. Further details will unfold as the case progresses.
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov was arrested for illegally visiting North Sentinel Island, home to the Sentinelese tribe. Detained since March 2025, his bail was denied after he attempted to offer a can of Diet Coke, posing a threat to the tribe. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 29.
Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of the Kinahan organised crime group, was arrested in Dubai on serious organised crime charges. This significant development follows an extradition request from Irish authorities. The UAE is now initiating legal procedures for his extradition.
A Jet2 flight from Bournemouth to Gran Canaria was diverted to Faro due to smoke detected in the cabin. The incident, which triggered a red code alert, saw emergency response teams on standby. A standby aircraft will transport passengers to Gran Canaria.
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