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‘Ah Girl,’ ‘The Sea Speaks His Name’ to Bookend Jakarta Film Week

‘Ah Girl,’ ‘The Sea Speaks His Name’ to Bookend Jakarta Film Week

Singaporean director Ang Geck Geck Priscilla’s “Ah Girl” will open the sixth Jakarta Film Week, set for Oct. 21–25, and Yosep Anggi Noen’s “The Sea Speaks His Name” (“Laut Bercerita”) will close the festival in its Indonesian premiere. The program was unveiled Sept. 23 at a press conference at CGV Grand Indonesia, where Jakarta Deputy […]
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US futures inch higher and oil prices slip for 6th straight day after US and Iranian officials meet

US futures inch higher and oil prices slip for 6th straight day after US and Iranian officials meet

U.S. futures are slightly higher after Wall Street held near its record and oil prices declined following U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks that United States and Iranian officials had a meeting on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly
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Record Wildfire Activity Devastates U.S. and Canada

Record Wildfire Activity Devastates U.S. and Canada

The 2026 wildfire season has been one of the most intense on record, with over 56,000 wildfires burning more than 8.5 million acres across the United States as of mid-September, according to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). This marks the highest number of fires in over a decade, far exceeding the 10-year average. Canada has also experienced unprecedented wildfire activity, with 11 million acres burned by mid-September, surpassing its 10-year average. The fires have impacted traditionally high-risk areas like California and the Southwest, as well as non-traditional regions such as the Southern Plains and Southeast. Globally, Europe has faced severe wildfires, with France, Spain, and Greece experiencing record-breaking fire activity. The season has been exacerbated by El Niño, which has brought higher temperatures and drier conditions, creating optimal conditions for wildfires.
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Middle East wars loom over UN General Assembly, and other Mideast developments

Middle East wars loom over UN General Assembly, and other Mideast developments

Middle Eastern leaders are gathering in New York for the United Nations General Assembly as conflicts in the region continue
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Global shares are mixed and oil prices stabilize after Trump says US and Iran met at the UN

Global shares are mixed and oil prices stabilize after Trump says US and Iran met at the UN

Global shares are mixed after Wall Street holds near its record, and U.S. futures are little changed ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the U.S. and his planned meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump
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U.S. Representative Lateefah Simon Supports 'Block the Bombs Act' to Halt Offensive Weapon Transfers to Israel

U.S. Representative Lateefah Simon Supports 'Block the Bombs Act' to Halt Offensive Weapon Transfers to Israel

U.S. Representative Lateefah Simon announced her support in September 2025 for the federal 'Block the Bombs Act.' This proposed legislation aims to prevent the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel and mandates Israel's compliance with both U.S. and international law. Her stance aligns with a growing coalition, the Oakland People's Arms Embargo, which is demanding an end to military equipment shipments to Israel through the Oakland International Airport (OAK). This coalition, formed in August 2025, has gained significant local support, including from 150 local businesses, over 300 local organizations, and more than 20 labor unions, including the Alameda Labor Council. The coalition's report, 'Exposing Oakland Airport’s Military Cargo Shipments to Israel,' details that since January 2025, at least 280 military cargo shipments to Israel have departed from OAK, with Nevatim Airbase as the primary destination. These shipments, often occurring multiple times weekly, include components for F-35 fighter jets, w...
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Explainer-Ban on US diesel exports would hurt, not help fuel markets, analysts say

Explainer-Ban on US diesel exports would hurt, not help fuel markets, analysts say

By Arathy Somasekhar and Liz Hampton HOUSTON, Sept 22 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he backed the idea of a diesel export ban as a way to lower prices that have hit record highs due to a global supply shortage.
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European Countries Embrace 'Slow Tourism' to Redistribute Visitors and Boost Local Economies

European Countries Embrace 'Slow Tourism' to Redistribute Visitors and Boost Local Economies

Several European nations, including Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, and Greece, are actively promoting 'slow tourism' strategies. This approach encourages travelers to spend more time in fewer locations, fostering deeper connections with local communities and reducing environmental impact. The goal is to move beyond traditional, crowded tourist hotspots and distribute tourism income more broadly across regions and throughout the year. For instance, Spain's 'Think You Know Spain? Think Again' campaign aims to highlight lesser-known areas and encourage off-peak travel. France is implementing 'Alternative France 2026' to promote destinations beyond its iconic landmarks. Portugal is focusing on year-round regional tourism, while Italy is emphasizing villages and historic walking routes. Greece is extending its tourism season beyond the summer months, with funding directed towards October to April holidays. This shift is driven by a desire to manage concentrated visitor flows, enhance traveler experiences, and ...
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As Mideast leaders gather in New York, regional wars top the agenda, and other Mideast developments

As Mideast leaders gather in New York, regional wars top the agenda, and other Mideast developments

Leaders from across the Middle East are gathering this week for the United Nations General Assembly in New York at a time when three years of wars across the region show no signs of letting up
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Wall Street inches higher as oil prices, bond yields retreat for fifth consecutive day

Wall Street inches higher as oil prices, bond yields retreat for fifth consecutive day

Oil prices are retreating for the fifth straight day and Wall Street was poised to open modestly higher as pressure from the bond market eased
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Iran downplays indirect talks with U.S., and other Mideast developments

Iran downplays indirect talks with U.S., and other Mideast developments

A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Iran has maintained its negotiating stance in talks with U.S. officials on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, demanding the United States end its blockade on Iranian ports and release Iran’s frozen assets
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AI leaders to brief UN amid warnings the technology could slip beyond human control

AI leaders to brief UN amid warnings the technology could slip beyond human control

By Michelle Nichols, John Irish and Courtney Rozen UNITED NATIONS, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Executives from OpenAI, Anthropic and Hugging Face will brief the UN Security Council on Wednesday amid warnings increasingly powerful AI technologies could soon improve themselves, slip beyond human control and