Marcus Kay
Project designer and director, marketing assistant of the year
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Taiwan Shuts Down Ahead of Typhoon Champi, Nearly 1,000 Flights Cancelled
Typhoon Champi’s approach shut most of Taiwan, cancelling 979 flights as one person died, hundreds were injured, and thousands evacuated.
Netanyahu Orders West Bank Closure After Five Israelis Wounded in Shooting Attack
After a shooting near Hebron wounded five people, Netanyahu ordered Hebron cordoned off and preparations for a West Bank-wide closure.
New Famine Risk Haunts War-Torn Sudan as El Niño-Driven Drought Depletes Food Stocks
An El Niño drought is worsening hunger across Darfur and Kordofan, with malnutrition above famine thresholds in two displacement camps.
Aung San Suu Kyi’s Son Speaks to Detained Former Myanmar Leader for First Time in Five Years
Kim Aris says he spoke with his mother for the first time in five years, but stresses she remains in detention.
Serbian Election Underscores the Region’s Long Political Limbo
Serbia’s election highlights how President Aleksandar Vučić may retain influence amid unresolved nationalist tensions and a Western Balkans political stalemate.
When Starshield Cut Out, Ukrainian Drones Fell From the Skies
Starshield disruption interrupted drone links, prompting Ukrainian units to suspend operations as officials disputed what caused the service limits.
Mark Ruffalo Urges Californians to Vote Yes on Proposition 40
Mark Ruffalo urges California voters to approve Proposition 40, a proposed one-time five-percent tax on billionaires’ wealth this November.
‘Michael’: Golden Globes Reject Submission for Comedy/Musical Categories
The Golden Globes denied Lionsgate’s bid to enter Michael as comedy or musical, placing its biopic in drama categories instead.
Timothée Chalamet and Hans Zimmer’s ‘Desert Chant’ from Dune: Part Three Finally Drops
“Desert Chant” by Timothée Chalamet and Hans Zimmer begins with a hum and builds into an epic cinematic anthem.
UK to Deploy Refuelling Aircraft to Support Saudi Jets Against Houthi Attacks
Britain will send an RAF Voyager to refuel Saudi fighter jets on defensive missions after Riyadh requested military assistance amid Houthi attacks.
Alberta Voters Reject Independence Move, Back Canadian Unity
Early results show 77% of Alberta voters chose staying in Canada, while 23% backed starting a process toward possible separation.
Japan Asks US for Help in Easing China’s Rare-Earth Export Controls
Japan has asked Washington to help persuade Beijing to ease rare-earth export controls, warning of a looming yttrium supply crunch.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Received No Warning Before Russian Strikes on Kyiv
Zelensky says Ukraine received no warning before Russia’s overnight attack on Kyiv power plants, though a strike came with warning.
Bangladesh’s Measles Outbreak Raises a Warning for Other Nations
Experts call Bangladesh’s measles crisis a warning, linking its deadly outbreak to falling vaccination coverage and gaps in routine immunization.
Singapore Vows to Pursue Haze-Linked Firms “For as Long as It Takes”
Singapore vows to pursue haze-linked companies indefinitely, considering urgent legal changes and using financial and regulatory pressure to compel cooperation.
Dakota Johnson and MGK Spotted Leaving LA Music Studio Together
Dakota Johnson and MGK were photographed leaving a Los Angeles music studio together before heading to her home, with his car outside.
Jesse Plemons Backs Gina Hinojosa, Citing Her Focus on Texas Families
Actor Jesse Plemons says he is voting for Gina Hinojosa, praising her focus on schools and Texans’ basic needs and families.
Beyoncé’s “Irreplaceable” Marks 20 Years Since Its U.S. Release
Beyoncé’s “Irreplaceable” arrived in the United States 20 years ago today, later topping the Billboard Hot 100 and Australia’s chart.
‘We Pay for It’: Germany Demands Starlink Restrictions in Ukraine Be Lifted
Germany says restrictions on Starlink in Ukraine must be lifted, arguing Berlin helps fund service and expects it to work.
Europe Cannot Replace Starlink for Ukraine in Near Term, EU’s Kallas Says
Kaja Kallas says Europe cannot quickly replace Starlink, leaving Ukraine reliant on the satellite network as officials seek alternatives urgently.
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