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Jeremy Strong Reflects on Cannes 2025: A Celebration of Cinema and ‘Conclave’ Comparisons

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CANNES, France — The 2025 Cannes Film Festival has concluded, and jury member Jeremy Strong is reflecting on the unique experience he shared with fellow judges and filmmakers during the nearly two-week event. In a recent press conference, Strong likened his time on the jury to the film “Conclave,” appreciating the deep connections formed among the group. “This has been a really wonderful experience,” Strong noted, emphasizing the significant and engaging interactions with jurors. His “Conclave” analogy was particularly apt given the concurrent welcoming of a new Pope at the Vatican. The film, featuring a … Read more

EU Takes Action Against Shein for Deceptive Pricing Practices Amid Growing Scrutiny of Chinese E-Retailers

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Brussels, Belgium – The European Commission has identified significant violations of consumer protection laws by the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein, renowned for its low-cost offerings, following a comprehensive investigation conducted in collaboration with national consumer protection agencies. Investigators determined that Shein employs deceptive pricing tactics, including misleading original prices and the use of perpetually resetting countdown timers designed to create a false sense of urgency among shoppers. These practices entice consumers to make purchases under the impression they are securing legitimate bargains. In addition to pricing issues, the Commission’s report highlighted serious transparency shortcomings on … Read more

Mascha Schilinski’s ‘Sound of Falling’ Captivates Cannes, Earning Jury Prize for Its Powerful Female Perspective

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CANNES, France — Mascha Schilinski, a 41-year-old director and screenwriter, experienced a surreal moment when her film “Sound of Falling” was awarded the Jury Prize at the Cannes International Film Festival. The filmmaker expressed her joy, stating that having her work featured in the festival’s main competition was a dream come true. This year, Germany was represented by notable filmmakers, including Fatih Akin, whose historical film “Amrum” was screened out of competition, and Christian Petzold with “Mirrors No. 3,” showcased at the Directors’ Fortnight. However, Schilinski stood out as the only German director with a … Read more

Investigation into National Bank Chief’s Alleged Abuse of Power Stalls, Raising Concerns Over Accountability and Justice

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Kyiv, Ukraine — The investigation into alleged misconduct by Oleksandr Zima, head of the legal department of the National Bank of Ukraine, appears to have stalled significantly. Denys Neviadomskyi, President of the All-Ukrainian Association of Retired Judges, commented that the lack of formal charges allows investigators to indefinitely shelve the case. Criminal proceedings were initiated in late 2023 under a provision of the Criminal Code that addresses abuse of power and resulting serious consequences. The case traces back to an official correspondence from Zima, who also chairs the Administrative Board of the Deposit Guarantee Fund … Read more