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Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value' gets 15-minute standing ovation at Cannes

Cannes [France], May 22 (ANI): Filmmaker Joachim Trier and star Renate Reinsve's reunion movie 'Sentimental Value' smashed past this year's record for the longest standing ovation after its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 on Wednesday evening, reported Variety.

As per the outlet, the comedy-drama film 'Sentimental Value' earned 15-minute standing ovation at the Cannes 2025.

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Tottenham edge past Manchester United to win Europa League, ending 17-year wait for a trophy

Bilbao [Spain], May 22 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur brought joy to their fans at last, ending a long trophy drought by winning the Europa League final with a narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday. Brennan Johnson's scrappy first-half goal proved to be the difference in a game that lacked real quality but meant everything to the North London club. It was their first piece of silverware since winni

European countries condemn Israel over intensified Gaza military offensive

Europe's mounting criticism of Israel is fueled by the devastating humanitarian toll in Gaza. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed in the first five days of the latest operation.

BERLIN, May 21 (Xinhua) -- As Israel escalates its military campaign in the Gaza Strip, a growing number of European countries are voicing strong criticism and calling for concrete consequences. The mounting humanit

EAM Jaishankar discusses Indo-Danish ties with Denmark's FM, praises its support against terrorism

Copenhagen [Denmark], May 22 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a productive meeting in Copenhagen on Wednesday (local time) with Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen to advance Indo-Danish relations.

During the discussions, Jaishankar also lauded Denmark's solidarity and its support for India's fight against terrorism.

'Delighted to meet FM Lars Lokke Rasmussen in Copenhagen this ev

Jaishankar meets Danish Minister Bodskov, explores new cooperation possibilities

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Morten Bodskov, the Danish Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, in Copenhagen on Wednesday.

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1925161696168972615

Both ministers discussed deepening existing areas of cooperation and exploring new possibiliti

Leak Uncovers Russian Propaganda Funding Networks in Bulgaria

A significant leak has exposed details about who is receiving payments for Russian propaganda activities in Bulgaria, OFFNews reported. Danish public broadcaster DR obtained a massive trove of documents - over 49,000 emails and more than 22,000 files - from a confidential source tied to a Russian state-backed group called the Fund for Support and Protection of the Rights of Compatriots Living Abroad, commonly known as

Economic Watch: U.S. tariffs hurt furniture sector with higher costs, uncertainties

U.S. furniture makers, supposedly the winners of Trump's protectionist push, are finding that the tariffs meant to help them are doing quite the opposite.

by Xinhua writer Liu Yanan

NEW YORK, May 21 (Xinhua) -- Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration are rattling the furniture sector, piling on costs, fueling uncertainty and stalling sustainability efforts, industry insiders have said.<

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Denmark, lauds its support against terrorism; Advances green strategic partnership

Copenhagen [Denmark], May 21 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed his gratitude for Denmark's solidarity in the fight against terrorism and for the warm reception he received upon his arrival in the Nordic country on Tuesday (local time).

The EAM was received by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and key discussions focused on advancing the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership were h

EU adopts 17th sanctions package, UK imposes 100 new sanctions against Russia

Brussels [Belgium], May 20 (ANI): The European Union and the United Kingdom unveiled new sanctions targeting Russia's economy, shadow oil fleet, and military supply chains on Tuesday. The EU adopted its 17th and most extensive sanctions package, while the UK imposed 100 fresh sanctions, including on financial institutions, and military suppliers.

The European Council on Tuesday adopted the 17th package of econom

Three injured in misogynistic school knife rampage (DISTURBING VIDEO)

A 16-year-old suspect has been taken into custody after a knife attack on female students at a school in southern Finland

Three schoolgirls have been injured in a stabbing rampage at a school in the southern Finnish town of Pirkkala. The attack was allegedly carried out by a fellow student, who has been taken into custody.

The incident unfolded early Tuesday, when the suspect, 16, dressed i

(SP)MALAYSIA-KUALA LUMPUR-BADMINTON-MALAYSIA MASTERS-MEN'S DOUBLES

(250520) -- KUALA LUMPUR, May 20, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Daniel Lundgaard/Mads Vestergaard (R) compete during the men's doubles round of 32 match between Chen Boyang/Liu Yi of China and Daniel Lundgaard/Mads Vestergaard of Denmark at 2025 Malaysia Masters badminton tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, May 20, 2025. (Photo by Chong Voon Chung/Xinhua)

"Obvious that Russia is trying to buy time to continue its war": Zelenskyy

Kyiv [Ukraine], May 20 (ANI): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday accused Russia of using diplomacy to 'buy time to continue its war and occupation' and also said he is working with allies to ensure that pressure compels Russia to change its behaviour.

Sharing a post on X, Zelenskyy wrote, 'Spoke with President of Finland @AlexStubb. We informed each other about our contacts with partners and discu

From Tallinn To The Hague: The Run-Up To The NATO Summit

Welcome to Wider Europe, RFE/RL's newsletter focusing on the key issues concerning the European Union, NATO, and other institutions and their relationships with the Western Balkans and Europe's Eastern neighborhoods.

I'm RFE/RL Europe Editor Rikard Jozwiak, and this week I'm drilling down on one thing: my take from Tallinn and the road ahead.

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Mamata Banerjee names Abhishek Banerjee to represent AITC in all-party delegation

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 20 (ANI): The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has announced that its Chairperson, Mamata Banerjee, has nominated National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee to represent the party in an all-party delegation for India's global outreach against terrorism.

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FRANCE-CANNES-FILM FESTIVAL-EAGLES OF THE REPUBLIC-SCREENING

(250520) -- CANNES, May 20, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Swedish director Tarik Saleh (2nd L) leaves with cast members after the screening of the film "Eagles of the Republic" at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on May 19, 2025. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)