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‘The Brutalist’ director makes shocking confession about filmmaking financesThe Brutalist director Brady Corbet has made a shocking confession about the earnings from his last two films.In a candid interview on the podcast WTF published on Monday, February 17, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker revealed that The Brutalist’s total earnings are “zero.” It is pertinent to mention that at the upcoming Academy Awards Corbet has earned nominations for writing, directing, and Best Picture. “I just directed three advertisements in Portugal,” Corbet told podcast host Marc Maron. “It’s the first time that I had made any money in years.”The recent BAFTA winner admitted that…
Democratic lawmakers express concern that Tesla CEO is seeking to weaponise the tax system against his rivals.Elon Musk’s task force for streamlining the United States government is seeking access to troves of taxpayer information, media outlets have reported, prompting fears of privacy violations and retribution against political rivals. In the latest phase of his sweeping cost-cutting drive, Musk and his so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are pushing to access the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) protected Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS), outlets including The Associated Press news agency, The New York Times and the Washington Post reported on Monday. The…
A group of local and international institutions and companies reviews on the sidelines of its participation in the exhibition “Navx 2025” …
Representative image shows a person holding a banner to oppose acts of rape and violence against women. — AFPSenator Humayun Mohmand presents bill.Senate body inserted new sections 13A, 13B, 13C.Legislation also prescribed sources of DNA samples.The Senate approved the Anti-Rape (Investigation and Trial) (Amendment) Bill on Monday, declaring DNA testing of rape victims mandatory.The bill now also includes jail time and a fine on the police officer, responsible for the investigation, over failure to comply with the new changes. The bill was presented by Senator Humayun Mohmand, stating that police officials would arrange DNA tests of the rape victims from the laboratories…
Pope Francis looks on during the Jubilee audience in Paul VI hall at the Vatican, February 1, 2025. — ReutersPope Francis is receiving specialised hospital treatment for a “polymicrobial infection” affecting his respiratory tract, the Vatican confirmed Monday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has faced various lung-related health issues in recent years, is dealing with a complex clinical condition, as indicated by recent test results. The infection, which may involve a mix of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, has led to adjustments in his treatment plan. The Vatican assured the public that Pope Francis is currently in stable condition and does…
The image shows one of five trucks which were set on fire by enraged protesters on the Jail Chowrangi in Karachi on February 17, 2025. — YouTube/Geo News/ScreengrabDrivers of water tankers were engaged in race, say police. Sindh home minister takes notice of biker’s death. Directs police to submit report on death and subsequent violence. Karachi witnessed tensions late Monday when a person riding a motorcycle lost his life after being hit by a speeding water tanker near Jail Chowrangi, bringing the concerns around road safety in the mega city again into the spotlight.The mishap triggered public outrage late Monday as infuriated…
Bridgerton star Yerin Ha gushes over Simone Ashley, Nicola CoughlanYerin Ha, Bridgerton’s upcoming season’s new cast, gushed over Simone Ashley and Nicola Coughlan.As the cast of the Netflix series is gearing up for next season, Yerin, who will portray the Benedict Bridgerton’s love interest Sophie Baek, praised that the former leads were “supportive.” “They’re so lovely,” Yerin told People of Nicola and Simone, at a Valentine’s Day fan event held at Raffles Ballroom in London She went on to say, “Basically, [they’ve said], if you want advice, please reach out. But don’t get too scared. The fans are amazing.” But…
Hours before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the White House, President Donald Trump announced that the United States would levy reciprocal tariffs on its trading partners. It could hardly have come at a tougher time for India, which is already pressed by a slowing economy and sluggish demand. At a joint news conference, Trump said India would buy F-35 fighter jets and oil and gas from the US. The two countries would also begin negotiations on the US trade deficit with India. India runs a large trade surplus with the US and such negotiations and military and oil…
His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Foundation for Charitable and Humanitarian Action …
PML-N Senator Irfan Siddiqui speaks during an interview in this undated photo. — APP/FileSiddiqui questions PTI whether polls in KP held by CEC or angels.Rejects PTI allegation for not having access to jailed ex-PM Khan.Blames former ruling party of tabling demands beyond jail rules.In response to the election rigging allegations by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Irfan Siddiqui challenged the former ruling party’s lawmakers to quit the assemblies and start a protest movement if the 2024 elections were rigged.”You [PTI lawmakers] are part of this set-up,” said Siddiqui in a statement on Monday, adding: “[…] enjoying…