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Anthony Chen-Produced ‘Somewhere in the South’ Wins Top Prize at Taiwan Creative Content Fest Pitching Awards, ‘Reunion Dinner’ Takes Three
“Somewhere in the South,” a Malaysian feature written and directed by Tan Ce Ding and produced by Anthony Chen, the Singaporean director of Cannes Caméra d’Or winner “Ilo Ilo,” won the $35,000 TAICCA × CNC Feature Film Grand Award at the 2026 Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) pitching awards in Taipei. The project is produced […]
‘Somewhere In The South’ Takes Top Award At TCCF Pitching; ‘Reunion Dinner’ Scoops Three Prizes
Tan Ce Ding’s Somewhere In The South won the top award in the Pitching section of this year’s Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), the TAICCA x CNC Feature Film Grand Award, which comes with a cash prize of $35,000. Produced by Edward Lim’s Malaysia-based Evil Genius Studio and Anthony Chen’s Singapore-based Giraffe Pictures, the project […]
Harris urges unions to engage on pay offer in good faith
The Tánaiste has urged unions to engage "in good faith" with what the Government describes as a substantially improved public sector pay offer.
Haushalt: Union will Plastiksteuer kippen – SPD fordert neue Finanzquellen
Eine Plastiksteuer sollte neue Einnahmen bringen, doch die Union sagt: »Machen wir nicht.« Die SPD verweist auf das Haushaltsloch und verlangt Vorschläge für andere Finanzquellen.
Union Minister Rijiju attends Hajj Conference in Saudi Arabia, stresses pilgrims’ welfare
The Union Minister attended the sixth Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah, reaffirming India’s commitment to the successful conduct of haj 2027
Réunion du G7 : les midterms rebattent-elles les cartes de la diplomatie de Donald Trump ?
Réunis ce lundi en France, les ministres des Affaires étrangères du G7 vont échanger avec le secrétaire d'État américain Marco Rubio. Ukraine, Iran et Liban seront au cœur des discussions, alors que les alliés de Washington s'interrogent sur la stratégie de l'équipe de Donald Trump après la débâcle républicaine.
«Ça va être intéressant» : Donald Trump évoque une probable réunion avec Xi Jinping et Vladimir Poutine en Chine
Le Wall Street Journal avait rapporté que le président russe cherchait à obtenir une rencontre avec ses deux homologues pour discuter d’une fin du conflit en Ukraine favorable à Moscou.
Big Build royal commission LIVE updates: Timing of work stoppage and CFMEU takeover of Gap Road project probed; memo claims union had ‘unprecedented’ access to Andrews government
The inquiry begins its first block of public hearings this week and is expected to examine the role of former premier Jacinta Allan and her office in a controversial road and rail project.
Unionsfraktionschef erteilt Plastiksteuer eine Absage
Unionsfraktionschef Frei erteilt der geplanten Plastiksteuer eine Absage. Sie sei "wirtschaftlich und ökologisch falsch". Anders klingt das bei SPD-Fraktionschef Miersch, der auf laufende Verhandlungen verweist.
Chef der Jungen Union: "Junge Generation wird von der Politik vernachlässigt"
Viele junge Menschen fühlen sich politisch übergangen. Das liege auch daran, dass Pläne wie die Rentenreform nicht umgesetzt würden, sagt Winkel, Vorsitzender der Jungen Union, im Bericht aus Berlin. Die Regierung habe einiges wieder gut zu machen.
Don’t blame players for Australian soccer’s financial problems, says union boss
Socceroos and Matildas stars have been accused of being greedy while their governing body bleeds millions. The PFA says the players are being blamed for problems not of their making.
Bundesliga, 9. Spieltag – Sonntag: Freiburg gewinnt nach Union-Eigentor, Leverkusen siegt in Köln
Bayer Leverkusen hat seine Pleiteserie mit dem Rhein-Derby in Köln gestoppt. Berlin verliert nach einem Eigentor, Rönnow hält aber einen Foulelfmeter. Die Spielberichte
Broken record: Pakistan struggles with refugee influx; US supports Iran against the Soviet Union
<p>As Pakistan took its first few steps, the massive logistical task of accommodating millions of refugees in the midst of widespread communal violence was a major challenge for the state. The issues of Sept 8-14, 1947, documented these difficult times. In happier news, the Urdu Anjuman met for the first time in Karachi, while in a strange twist of history,
Prayers, reunions and open houses: Malaysia welcomes Deepavali
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 — A festive mood filled towns and cities across the country as Hindus ushered in Deepavali tod...
Union: CDU-Präsidium berät über nächstes Staatsoberhaupt
Am Abend will das CDU-Präsidium über die Nachfolge von Frank-Walter Steinmeier diskutieren. Es wird erwartet, dass die Wahl auf die CSU-Politikerin Ilse Aigner fällt.
Union européenne: «Chine, la défaite de l'Occident», de Pierre-Antoine Donnet
L'Europe est-elle en voie de vassalisation industrielle par la Chine ? Lundi 12 octobre, l'Union européenne a annoncé un accord avec Pékin pour plafonner à 350 000 le nombre de véhicules hybrides importés de Chine chaque année. Le dossier des véhicules hybrides est un des plus sensibles entre l'Union européenne et la Chine. Ces modèles sont devenus l'un des
T.N. CM Vijay writes to PM Modi expressing concerns over inspection of Union govt. officials regarding Mekedatu dam project
CM Vijay said there was an apprehension growing among farmers of Tamil Nadu over the recent developments with respect to the proposed Mekedatu Dam Project of Karnataka
POSCO union votes down tentative wage deal
SEOUL, Nov. 7 (Yonhap) -- Unionized workers at South Korean steelmaker POSCO on ...
Correos, ‘whatsapps’, alertas, reuniones... por qué el nuevo lujo laboral es mantener la concentración más de una hora
La atención de las plantillas se ha fragmentado con la tecnología. Estas son algunas medidas para evitarlo y reducir el estrés
Union takes health authorities to court over forensic mental health unit understaffing
The union representing mental health nurses at the Mason Clinic is taking health authorities to the Employment Relations Authority over what it calls understaffing that amounts to a "dangerous gamble".
Affaire de viol en réunion à Cornell : une motion de défiance votée contre les dirigeants de l'université
Le président de la prestigieuse université américaine, Michael Kotlikoff, essuie un désaveu de ses enseignants après des critiques sur sa gestion d’une affaire de viol collectif présumé survenue en 2024.
How to Watch the ‘Big Brother UK’ 2026 Reunion in the U.S.
After Rochelle Rackham was crowned winner in the live season 23 finale, the housemates are back for 'Big Brother: The Reunion,' airing Friday, Nov. 6.
T.N. govt. disbands High-Level Committee on Union-State Relations
Its mandate has been transferred to the State Law Commission, according to a Government Order issued on November 6, 2026
La mobilisation lycéenne fait école en Europe : l'Union européenne face aux colères sociales
L'Europe est en pleine ébullition sociale. À l'instar de la France, d'où sont partis les premiers mouvements lycéens, plusieurs pays de l'Union font face à des vagues de contestation dans la rue. L'Italie, la Belgique, la Grèce ou encore l'Allemagne connaissent des manifestations de plus ou moins grande ampleur.
La COP31 en Turquie s'ouvrira avec peu d'attentes de la part de l'Union européenne
La COP31, qui s'ouvrira lundi 9 novembre à Antalya en Turquie, suscite peu d'attentes chez les Européens. La Commission européenne a expliqué vendredi ne pas s'attendre à une "révolution" en matière de climat, mais espère néanmoins des progrès concrets en matière d'énergies propres.
Northland hospital transfer changes could delay 111 calls, union warns
St John withdrew one Kawakawa ambulance patient transfer service due to Health NZ funding.
Nashra Naim elected first woman vice-president of AMU students’ union in 105-year history
Women candidates won six of the 13 posts, a record five of the 10 cabinet member posts, in the first elections after an eight-year gap
Colère sociale : l'intersyndicale décidera des suites de la mobilisation après la réunion de lundi à Matignon
Les syndicats sont conviés en début de semaine pour une «conférence sociale» organisée par le premier ministre.
Unionized members at Samsung Biologics stage another partial strike
SEOUL, Nov. 6 (Yonhap) -- Unionized workers at Samsung Biologics Co. on Friday k...
J&K’s health sector receives a shot in arm as Union Minister J.P. Nadda sets AIIMS deadline for March
During a review of the phase-wise construction and handover plan, the Union Minister was informed that Phase-I buildings, including the OPD Registration Block, OPD Block, residential buildings and designated hostels, had been completed
Labor’s union-friendly laws under fire from its own productivity chief
Australia’s Productivity Commission chair has warned that Labor’s workplace reforms should be examined to assess their role in Australia’s economic malaise.
Election 2026: Nurses’ union asks why Middlemore Hospital has no on-site voting booth
Middlemore is the only major hospital in Auckland to be without an on-site polling booth.
UAE to hold Union Fortress 11 military parade in Liwa City in December
The UAE will stage its 11th Union Fortress military parade in Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region, in December, the Ministry of Defence has announced. The event will be held under the theme “An Impregnable Fortress, a Resilient Nation and a Determined People”, reflecting the connection between state strength, national resilience and the unity of its people. Preparat
Arkane Union Accuses Microsoft Of “Sabotaging” Development Of Marvel’s Blade
As the fate of Arkane Lyon hangs in the balance, a union representing workers from the French studio offered strong words toward Arkane's parent company, Microsoft. In short, the union blames Microsoft for "sabotaging" the production of its Blade game. French trade union STJV (per VGC ) claimed that development on Marvel's Blade is "going fine," but said tha
Employees’ union protests against ‘attempts to destroy PSC’ in Keralam
CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan accuses UDF government and a section of the media of continuing a slanderous attack on the PSC to facilitate contract appointments
Grève du 5 novembre : environ 1 000 lycées "à l'arrêt" selon l'Union Syndicale Étudiante
Environ 2,2 % des établissements scolaires étaient "bloqués", soit 81 lycées sur 3 700, dans le cadre de la journée de mobilisation à l'appel des syndicats ce jeudi 5 novembre, selon Matignon. Entrant une nouvelle fois en contradiction avec l'Union syndicale lycéenne (USL), qui faisait état de 1 000 lycées "à l'arrêt", soit à la fois ceux bloqués et ceux fer
Railway union seeks end to contract staff in safety-critical posts
South Central Railway Employees’ Sangh reiterates its demands before the Eighth Central Pay Commission (CPC)
France holds new strikes and protests as unions demand immediate answers
Five of France's unions join a wave of strikes and protests in a national day of action.
France braces for fresh protests as unions strike over higher wages
Unions representing the education sector, rail employees, public hospitals and postal services called the strike. Authorities have deployed some 70,000 police and security officers across the country.
Union pushes for mandatory sentences after alleged assault on Mount Isa police
The Queensland Police Union is calling for mandatory minimum sentences after a Mount Isa officer was allegedly assaulted, but legal experts say tougher penalties will not work.
France braces for demonstrations as trade unions strike
<p>Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to take to the streets across France on Thursday, as unions hold strikes alongside student-led demonstrations that have gripped the country for weeks.</p> <p>The high school student movement that began with youth protesting dismal learning conditions has coincided with widespread anger over the rising cost of l
Samsung Electronics faces push for sixth labor union amid alleged internal rifts
SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- A sixth labor union is being formed at Samsung Electro...
Protesters march in cities across France as unions stage general strike
<p>Hundreds of thousands demonstrate over cost of living and cuts to public services as 70,000 police officers deployed</p><p>Hundreds of thousands of people have marched in cities across France in the latest round of street demonstrations, as trade unions put pressure on the government with a general strike over the cost of living and cuts to public service
French game union accuses Microsoft of 'sabotaging' Blade and then using the fallout to justify closing Arkane
The STJV union says Microsoft imposed hiring freezes at Arkane that resulted in delays and additional expenses, which it then cited as reasons for shutting it down.
Parcoursup : Sébastien Lecornu annonce une première réunion lundi pour réformer la plateforme d’orientation, sur fond de mobilisation lycéenne
Lycéens et enseignants seront réunis autour des ministres concernés, afin de présenter de « premières recommandations courant novembre », a déclaré le premier ministre.
Serbie : malgré le changement de gouvernement à Belgrade, le chemin vers l’Union européenne reste escarpé
La Commission européenne a dévoilé, mercredi 4 novembre, son rapport annuel sur les pays candidats à l’entrée dans l’Union. En Serbie, qui est l’un d’eux, la victoire aux dernières élections de la « liste des étudiants » sur Aleksandar Vucic rouvre la perspective d’un rapprochement avec Bruxelles.
L'Union européenne juge le Monténégro en bonne voie pour rejoindre le bloc en 2028
Ce petit pays balkanique d’à peine 600.000 habitants, a pratiquement fini ces négociations d’adhésion et a toutes les cartes en main pour rejoindre l’UE dès 2028, après la signature de son traité d’adhésion «dès l’an prochain», selon un responsable de l’UE.
Union Minister promises all support to farmers hit by cyclones in Andhra Pradesh
Farmers have achieved impressive yields this year with irrigation water supplied through the Pattiseema project and despite El Nino-induced drought conditions, says Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, while observing that paddy, black gram and cotton crops suffered extensive damage
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