'Ferrari' hopes to drive non-car lovers into theaters
The cast of director Michael Mann's Ferrari is keen to point out to audiences that the film is not just about cars and racing.
Sat Dec 23 2023
From Cruz to Blanchett: Venice serves up film festival stars
A total of 23 movies are in competition for the Golden Lion on the glitzy Venice Lido running from August 31 to September 10.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Banderas, Cruz poke fun at film biz excesses at Venice
Penelope Cruz and Antonio Banderas rip into their own industry with abandon in their new film "Official Competition".
Sun Sep 05 2021
Penelope Cruz to star and produce new drama 'Layover'
Oscar-winning actress Penelope Cruz has signed on to star and produce "Layover," a drama by writer and director Toni Kalem.
Fri Apr 29 2016
'The Office' and Escobar biopic get Cannes deals
A film version of "The Office" with Ricky Gervais and a Pablo Escobar biopic with husband-and-wife stars Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz were among the projects landing deals in Cannes.
Fri May 15 2015
Penelope Cruz and Diane Kruger on board for Isabel Coixet's next feature
The two actresses will be directed by the Spanish filmmaker, whose drama "Nobody Wants the Night" with Juliette Binoche is set to open the Berlinale on Feb 5.
Fri Jan 30 2015
Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem condemn the strikes on Gaza
Spanish stars Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem has condemned Israels bombardment of Gaza as "genocide".
Wed Jul 30 2014
Loewe releases first shots of new icon Cruz
The Spanish actress appears in the Spring-Summer 2013 advertising campaign for Spanish brand Loewe, shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.
Tue Jan 15 2013
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024