Cannes: Festival Opens with Resistance in Gucci Dress

Jane Fonda emphasized at the Cannes Festival opening that cinema is an act of resistance. Host Eye Haïdara criticized the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry.

Jane Fonda emphasized at the Cannes Festival opening that cinema is an act of resistance. Host Eye Haïdara criticized the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry.

Joachim Wolbergs, former mayor of Regensburg, has been sentenced to two years and six months in prison for accepting benefits.

Ewald Arenz reflects on his journey from being labeled a failure to becoming a dedicated teacher, shaped by doubts and insights. According to Die Zeit, he ultimately found his calling in teaching.

Oliver Zipse has departed from BMW amid shareholder dissatisfaction with his direction. His exit is overshadowed by technical issues during the virtual annual meeting, as reported by Elt.

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is under investigation by the parliamentary oversight authority regarding a £5 million gift. This follows reports by Guardian about the donation from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.

The Dnipro District Court in Kyiv has convicted Vitalij Szabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Center, of assaulting a pro-Russian blogger.

Cem Özdemir (Greens) was elected as the new Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg on Wednesday, receiving 93 out of 157 votes in the state parliament in Stuttgart.

The VinFast VF6 impresses with numerous extras but also has some weaknesses highlighted in the test report.

The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will take place in Vienna from May 12 to 16, with five countries boycotting the event due to the war in Gaza, according to Süddeutsche Zeitung.

The Kremlin stated that Ukraine must pull its troops from the Donbass before peace negotiations can begin.

On May 13, Russian airstrikes hit a residential building in the Rivne region, resulting in three fatalities. According to the region's governor, Oleksandr Kowal, four more people were injured.

India's retail inflation rose to 3.48% in April 2023, driven by higher food prices and energy costs, as reported by Deutsche Welle.

At the 104th Catholic Day in Würzburg, the Church faces the challenge of remaining a visible political voice. Under the motto "Have Courage, Stand Up," the event addresses democracy and social issues.

The coalition summit of Union and SPD aims to pass a major reform package before the summer break amid significant tensions between the parties.

European countries are expected to source 80 percent of their liquefied gas imports from the US by 2028, posing risks to energy supply in Europe.

The European Commission has proposed a new ticketing system to streamline train travel across the EU, allowing travelers to purchase tickets from multiple rail companies in a single booking process.

On Thursday, Father's Day, a rally against gender-based violence will take place in Berlin, with thousands expected at the Brandenburg Gate, according to Der Tagesspiegel.

The Deutsche Telekom and Google have reportedly ended their collaboration on a sovereign cloud for Germany. The project, launched in 2021, is now facing termination.

US intelligence agencies have found that Iran has restored access to most of its missile sites. According to the report, 30 out of 33 sites along the strategic Strait of Hormuz are operational.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Romania on Wednesday to attend the Bucharest Nine Summit, where he will seek additional defense aid and expanded cooperation on drones, according to Kyivpost.

Oil prices are declining as Trump and Xi prepare to discuss key issues like Iran in China.

The Federal Government has passed a reform of the heating law that delays the gradual replacement of oil and gas boilers, allowing homeowners more choice.

The FAZ reports that software vulnerabilities have long been tolerated due to their complexity and cost to exploit. Artificial intelligence now compels companies to address these legacy issues more swiftly.

Russian Foreign Sergei Lavrov stated in Bucharest that the peace process to end the war in Ukraine is at a standstill. He also commented on the lack of progress in US-Russia relations.

Federal Labor Minister Bas called for collaboration on social security reforms at the German Union Confederation, receiving applause while Merz was booed during his speech.

US Donald Trump travels to China to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The visit aims to strengthen relations between the two countries.

Jordan Bardella, Chairman of the Rassemblement National, distanced himself from the AfD in an interview, emphasizing that many of its positions do not align with his party's principles.

Ukraine is implementing an evidence-based approach in its national education policy to mitigate learning losses caused by the war.

Porsche SE has reported a loss of €923 million in the first quarter of 2026, caused by a substantial write-down on its Volkswagen stake.

Recent surveys indicate that the AfD is gaining support in Saxony-Anhalt, while the ruling parties CDU and SPD are losing favor among voters.

Wes Streeting, the Health Minister, departed Downing Street following a brief meeting with Keir Starmer that lasted only 16 minutes.

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Wednesday night, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. Victor Wembanyama was the standout player with 27 points and 17 rebounds.

The travel company Tui reports a change in travel behavior due to the Iran war, with many vacationers booking last minute and favoring destinations in the western Mediterranean.

According to Die Zeit, students' learning motivation is heavily influenced by internal needs. In Germany, students are becoming demotivated, leading to declining performance.

Siemens experienced an 8 percent drop in profits in the second quarter, yet maintained stable revenue and increased order intake.

A federal company has held talks in 2023 with an associate of Vladimir Putin regarding the resumption of LNG deliveries, according to research by NDR.

A 500-kilogram unexploded bomb from World War II was discovered in Wiesbaden, prompting extensive evacuations.

The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution has acquired European software to reduce dependence on the USA.

Data spaces could pave the way for collaborative intelligence in industry. Access to specific data is crucial for the success of industrial AI, according to FAZ.

Consumers in Germany may hope for lower chocolate prices, but reductions are expected to be slow.