Never mind the ballots.
Sally Potter savages modern politics in The Party (2017), streaming now on #BFIPlayer

Un Certain Regard prize-winner ‘Congo Boy’ scores key deals for The Party: EXCLUSIVE: Rafiki Fariala’s fiction debut heading to Germany and Austria, Brazil ...
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Stranger Things: Tales From '85 boss has a perfectly valid explanation as to why new kid Nikki isn't in season 3 of the main show: "It ...
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Courtney Love Reintroduced In Sundance Documentary ‘Antiheroine’: “I Got Kicked Out Of The Party And I’m Coming Back After A Very Long Time”
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Paid articlePaywallThe Party Film Sales Boards Sundance Doc ‘Everybody To Kenmure Street’ & Unveils First Clip Showing Glasgow Activists Defy Immigration Raid
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Paid articlePaywallSophie Marceau's shocking statements about "La Boum": "It could have killed me"
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The Party Film Sales Unveils Deals For Benedikt Erlingsson’s TV Drama ‘The Danish Woman’ & Talks Strategy On First Fiction Campaign
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Paid articlePaywallAfrican Nations Review Mpox Response: Scores of representatives from African countries grappling with the ongoing mpox crisis in the region have met in the ...
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OpinionTokyo’s Leadership Vacuum: What a Divided Japan Means for Asia and the World: What a divided Japan means for Asia and the world.
foreignaffairs.com/japan/tokyos-leadership-vacuum
Trump finalizes Japan trade deal with 15% tariffs as Ishiba faces discontent from within party
cnbc.com/2025/09/05/trum-japan-trade-deal-tariffs-ishiba-ldp-party.html

Kaouther Ben Hania’s Gaza Drama ‘The Voice Of Hind Rajab’ Sells To Key Territories For The Party Film Sales
deadline.com/2025/08/gaza-drama-the-voice-of-hind-rajab-sells-party-film-sales-1236490560/

Paid articlePaywallAuthorities allegedly ‘take away’ top Chinese diplomat: Who is Liu Jianchao?: Liu, 61, has earlier been tipped to be the Foreign Minister of China ...
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Lib Dems call for urgent regulation of YouTube ads after wave of scams: Party wants video platform to face same scrutiny as broadcasters due to deepfake and ...
theguardian.com/technology/2025/aug/05/lib-dems-call-for-urgent-regulation-of-youtube-ads-after-wave-of-scams

Sanseito: How a far-right 'Japanese First' party gained new ground: Sanseito has won over Japanese voters with its warnings against a "silent invasion" of ...
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OpinionThe Staying Power of India’s Hindu Right: How the BJP Is Paving the Way for a Future After Modi
foreignaffairs.com/india/staying-power-indias-hindu-right

STRANGER THINGS LEGO BrickHeadz Let You Build Your Own Party: LEGO's latest BrickHeadz collectibles celebrate Stranger Things and bring Mike, Dustin, Lucas ...
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The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has arrived in Fortnite as part of the Party Up Summer Road Trip event! 🚗💨
'Japanese First' party shakes up election with alarm over foreigners: An upstart party is gaining support ahead of elections in Japan by railing against a ...
reuters.com/world/japanese-first-party-shakes-up-election-with-alarm-over-foreigners-2025-07-16/

Graydon’s Grand Old Party: The Making of Hollywood’s Biggest Bash: In a book excerpt, Graydon Carter transformed Vanity Fair into Hollywood's ultimate ...
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OpinionThe Staying Power of India’s Hindu Right: How the BJP Is Paving the Way for a Future After Modi
foreignaffairs.com/india/staying-power-indias-hindu-right

Fête de la Musique 2025: How to make the most of France's biggest street party: In France June 21st is the Fête de la Musique, and this year that falls on a ...
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Paid articlePaywallOpinionThe Staying Power of India’s Hindu Right: How the BJP Is Paving the Way for a Future After Modi
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Key FactsRSS Solidifies Hindu Nationalist Grip in India
Jul 2, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
- The BJP lost its parliamentary majority in 2024 and had to form a coalition, coinciding with a decline in Modi’s personal influence.
- Despite Modi’s waning sway, the BJP secured several state elections by leveraging the century-old Hindu nationalist group RSS.
- The BJP successfully united diverse caste groups into a powerful electoral coalition, a tactic partially adopted by rival parties.
- The BJP’s enduring power stems from the RSS’s deep organizational roots within India’s bureaucracy, education system, and judiciary.
A true sevak (one who serves the people) does not have ahankar (arrogance).— RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat after the setback in the 2024 elections.
Sussan Ley will have to answer some tough questions next week: To the extent anyone is paying attention, Sussan Ley has made a better start than many ...
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Party of Five star Scott Wolf and Real World alum Kelley Wolf divorcing after 21 years of marriage
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Lego Party Proves That There’s Room for More Than Just Mario Party - IGN: We played Lego Party! A brand-new four person party game that's sure to get you and ...
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‘Drag Race’ EP Explains Why ‘Late to the Party: Coming Out Later in Life’ Is More Crucial Than Ever
thewrap.com/abc-late-to-the-party-coming-out-later-in-life-randy-barbato-interview/

Mexico’s ruling party, Morena, has captured the judiciary: Turnout in Mexico’s judicial elections was pathetic. Morena’s favoured candidates tended to prevail
economist.com/the-americas/2025/06/05/mexicos-ruling-party-morena-has-captured-the-judiciary

Paid articlePaywallChris Evans is bummed he wasn't "invited to the party" for “Avengers: Doomsday”:
"It’s sad to be away. It’s sad to not be back with the band ... Show more
Karine Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party after serving in Biden's 'broken White House'
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Key FactsKarine Jean-Pierre Declares Independence from Democrats
Jun 4, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Karine Jean-Pierre served as White House press secretary from 2022 until 2025 under President Biden.
- She publicly declared her departure from the Democratic Party to identify as an independent politician.
- Jean-Pierre highlighted the importance of creative thinking and strategic planning to address the nation's challenges.
- Her upcoming book 'Independent,' due in October, explores her motivations and perspectives on this change.
We need to be clear-eyed and questioning, rather than blindly loyal and obedient as we may have been in the past.— Karine Jean-Pierre, as quoted by Legacy Lit regarding her forthcoming book 'Independent'.
Despite saying it was "always the plan" to leave after two seasons, Doctor Who fans are convinced that Ncuti Gatwa's regeneration was a last-minute change – ...
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Chris Evans Says It's 'Sad' Not to Be Back For 'Avengers: Doomsday': Chris Evans says it's 'sad' not to be 'invited to the party' for ...
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Paid articlePaywallBirmingham pool party plan binned over car park location: Councillors block the proposed event for 450 people amid safety concerns.
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Dutch PM steps down after far-right party leaves coalition over immigration proposals
cnbc.com/2025/06/03/dutch-government-collapses-as-wilders-withdraws-party-from-coalition.html

The hard-right’s champion blows up the Dutch government: Geert Wilders won an election but bails without getting much done
economist.com/europe/2025/06/03/the-hard-rights-champion-blows-up-the-dutch-government

Paid articlePaywallInside The Hollywood Reporter’s Star-Studded ‘Die, My Love’ Cannes Premiere Party With Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson and Surprise Guests
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Paid articlePaywallFrom AfD to Reform UK: The far right and European politics: The nationalist Alternative for Germany is shunned by other parties domestically ...
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Stranger Things Season 5's "Full Circle" Story Means A Beloved OG Character Must Return After Missing Season 4
screenrant.com/stranger-things-season-5-mr-clarke-return-need/

Robby Hoffman on Hacks, Dying For Sex, and Hosting IndieWire Honors: Robby Hoffman, star of "Hacks" and "Dying For Sex," talks about hosting ...
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Ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina’s party barred from election as party registration suspended
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/ousted-bangladesh-pm-hasinas-party-barred-election-party-registration-suspended-2025-05-13/

Key FactsBangladesh Government Prohibits Awami League Activities
May 12, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- The interim government of Bangladesh banned all activities of the former ruling Awami League party led by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
- This ban, enacted under the Anti-Terrorism Act, will remain until a tribunal concludes its trial regarding the deaths of protesters during last year's uprising.
- The decision follows street protests demanding the party's ban and aims to protect individuals involved in the tribunal proceedings.
- Hasina, living in exile in India since her ousting, along with many party members, faces murder charges.
This decision is aimed at ensuring national security and sovereignty, protection of activists of the July movement, and plaintiffs and witnesses involved in the tribunal proceedings.— Asif Nazrul, the country's law affairs adviser, after a special Cabinet meeting.
German spy agency brands far-right AfD as 'extremist', opens way for closer surveillance
reuters.com/world/europe/german-spy-agency-ranks-far-right-afd-extremist-2025-05-02/

The Party's Over Review: Laurent Lafitte, Élodie Bouchez in French Satire: In 'The Party's Over,' Laurent Lafitte, Élodie Bouchez ...
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Paid articlePaywallSingapore's ruling party boosts vote share in landslide victory as country navigates global uncertainty
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The penultimate episode of "The Studio" proves the show's ability to commit to the bit
salon.com/2025/05/15/the-studio-excels-at-committing-to-the-bit/

Bandt’s blame game over Greens wipeout: Welcome to our rolling coverage of the 2025 federal election results.
news.com.au/national/federal-election/federal-election-2025-live-results/live-coverage/5805459fabcb0668de71e5cd28600048
Benito Skinner on having Charli xcx in #Overcompensating :
"I feel like she was a part of the college experience for when I was in college and is a part of it ... Show more
Financing scandal rocks Greece’s ruling party: Opposition parties demand probe into links between a PR company and the New Democracy party of PM Kyriakos ...
politico.eu/article/financing-scandal-rocks-greece-ruling-party-new-democracy/

'White Lotus' Fans, Parker Posey's Rom-Com 'Party Girl' Is Streaming Free
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China, Vietnam sign agreements on supply chains, railway cooperation: China and Vietnam signed dozens of cooperation deals on Monday, including on production and ...
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Key FactsXi Advocates Free Trade as Stability Source
Apr 16, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Xi Jinping emphasizes the importance of free trade during his Southeast Asia tour, presenting China as a source of stability.
- In Hanoi, he met with Vietnam's General Secretary To Lam and signed several cooperation agreements, including a joint railway project.
- In Malaysia, he is expected to discuss a free trade agreement with ASEAN that aims to eliminate several tariffs.
- The trip allows China to showcase its role as a responsible superpower, especially in light of the tariffs imposed by Trump.
As beneficiaries of economic globalization, both China and Vietnam should strengthen strategic resolve, jointly oppose unilateral bullying acts, uphold the global free trade system, and keep global industrial and supply chains stable.— Xi Jinping, during a meeting with Vietnam’s Communist Party General Secretary To Lam.
Dasha Is 'Here for the Party' as Amazon's New Breakthrough Artist: Dasha isAmazon Music's Breakthrough Artist, following her Stagecoach set and ...
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Paid articlePaywallBillionaire’s email predicted Dutton’s doom: COMMENT
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Democrats divided over how to battle a weakened Trump: Democrats newly buoyed by President Trump’s steadily sinking approval ratings are stubbornly divided over ...
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Singapore dissolves parliament, paving the way for 3 May election: The ruling People's Action Party has been criticised for tight government control and a ...
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The Party Film Boards Critics Week Title 'Nino' With Theodore Pellerin: The Party Film Sales has boarded 'Nino,' Pauline Loquès film starring rising ...
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Paid articlePaywallNew Mexico Republican Party HQ set on fire, graffitied 'ICE=KKK': The headquarters of the Republican Party of New Mexico was set on fire on Sunday and "ICE=KKK" ...
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Former central banker Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada's new prime minister.
He replaces Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ... Show more
Key FactsNew Prime Minister Carney Announces Immediate Policy Changes
Mar 14, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cp24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cp24.com
- The federal cabinet has promptly ended the consumer carbon price.
- Mark Carney announced that recipients of the carbon price will receive a final payment in April.
- Carney introduced a streamlined cabinet focused on efficiency and rapid policy decisions.
- Opposition leader Poilievre criticized the new cabinet as a mere continuation of the old government, while Singh is willing to give Carney more time to implement worker support measures.
Former banker Mark Carney wins race to become Canada's next PM: Former central banker Mark Carney has won the race to become leader of Canada's ruling Liberal ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-10/mark-carney-wins-race-to-replace-canadas-trudeau/105031480
Key FactsMark Carney Pledges Firm Stand Against US Tariffs
Mar 10, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- Mark Carney was elected leader of Canada’s Liberal Party with 85.9% of the vote and will soon become prime minister.
- He condemned Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canadian goods as the greatest crisis of their lifetime.
- Canada retaliated with equivalent tariffs on US imports worth up to $155 billion and plans to keep them until respect is shown.
- Carney promised that Canada will defend its economic sovereignty and emerge victorious despite ongoing US pressure.
We have made this the greatest country in the world and now our neighbours want to take us. No way.— Mark Carney during his acceptance speech as Canada's new Prime Minister, addressing the trade war with the United States.
President Erdogan jails his rival, and endangers Turkey’s democracy: Ekrem Imamoglu’s supporters have chosen him to run anyway
economist.com/europe/2025/03/23/president-erdogan-jails-his-rival-and-endangers-turkeys-democracy

Paid articlePaywallBarbara Bush Calls Out Jenna Bush Hager On 'Today' For Throwing A Birthday Party Without Her: "Word Gets Out"
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A turning point for Turkey’s democracy: The Istanbul mayor’s arrest isn’t just about one man — it’s about whether Turkey will slide further into authoritarian ...
politico.eu/article/turning-point-turkey-democracy-ekrem-imamoglu-arrest-opposition/

Conservatives won't allow reporters to travel with Poilievre during upcoming election
cbc.ca/news/politics/conservative-reporters-campaign-trail-1.7487068

2025 BAFTA TV Awards Nominations
International Series
After the Party
Colin From Accounts
Say Nothing
Shōgun
True Detective: Night Country
You Are Not Alone: ... Show more
Politics Insider: Liberal MP barred from party leadership race over foreign-interference allegations involving India
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Paid articlePaywall2025 Canada election results: See who won and who lost at the polls
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The Goddamn Tragedy Is a Horror Western to Watch in 2025 - IGN: We've got an exclusive preview of the grisly, surreal horror Western The Goddamn Tragedy ...
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Bernie Sanders steps into leadership of anti-Trump resistance: The 83-year-old is the only elected progressive mounting a national campaign against Trump's ...
1news.co.nz/2025/03/10/bernie-sanders-steps-into-leadership-of-anti-trump-resistance/

Key FactsBernie Sanders Fights Against Trump and Oligarchy
Mar 12, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdf.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdf.de
- Bernie Sanders addressed 9,000 supporters in Warren, Michigan, announcing the "Stop Oligarchy Tour" to mobilize against Trump.
- He criticized Trump's increasing power and warned of the impact on public administration, positioning himself as the sole progressive leader.
- Leading Democrats struggle to find a unified message against Trump, with Sanders supported by allies like Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and grassroots movements.
- Sanders emphasized the need for organization among Democrats to channel the growing anger and motivation of voters into action.
Step Into the Photo Booth at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2025: See who snagged an invite to our exclusive after-party and made memories in our photo booth.
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'We want zero VAT’: MK Party marches against proposed increase: Hundreds of supporters of the Jacob Zuma-led MK Party took to the streets in Pretoria on ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2025-03-11-we-want-zero-vat-mk-party-marches-against-proposed-increase/
Reform feud escalates as Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe trade public barbs: Richard Tice tries to calm party row in Sunday media round after pair attack each other ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/mar/09/nigel-farage-rupert-lowe-reform-uk-feud-escalates

Key FactsFarage and Lowe: Escalation of Their Feud
Mar 9, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.sky.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.sky.com
- The conflict between Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe has intensified with personal attacks exchanged between the two.
- Farage accused Lowe of bullying and reported complaints from two female staff members regarding serious bullying in his offices.
- Lowe denied the allegations, labeling them a 'witch hunt' that could harm Reform UK, while he articulated his perspective on the internal disputes.
- Both politicians stressed the importance of maintaining internal unity to avoid alienating voters, with Lowe inviting Farage to meet personally to resolve their differences.
Trump turns Canadian politics upside down: Trudeau's Liberal Party is having a Trump-fueled comeback.
axios.com/2025/03/05/trump-tariffs-canada-liberal-party

Key FactsTrump's Trade War: Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
Mar 4, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- U.S. tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico have taken effect, triggering global retaliation.
- Canada plans to impose tariffs on over $100 billion of American goods, while China introduces additional tariffs on U.S. agricultural products.
- These measures are raising concerns about inflation in the U.S. and the potential for a trade war.
- Politicians from both parties express worries, while Trump views tariffs as essential for national prosperity.
