New 'Lord of the Rings' films announced by Warner Bros
Warner Bros said studio chiefs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy signed a deal to make more movies based on JRR Tolkien's epic fantasy books.
Sun Feb 26 2023
'Thrones' and 'Rings' fans ready for battle as Comic-Con returns
Tens of thousands of cosplaying geeks and nerds will be at the world's most famous pop culture gathering.
Wed Jul 20 2022
Peter Jackson's Beatles documentary coming to Disney this fall
The "Lord of the Rings" director Peter Jackson has made a three-part documentary about the The Beatles, featuring previously unseen footage.
Mon Jun 21 2021
Romantic thriller 'I' becomes Tamil cinema's biggest release
The movie "I" is a sell-out success in India with a 200-screen release planned for the USA.
Sat Jan 17 2015
Worldwide box office: the reign of the 'The Hobbit' continues
"The Hobbit" took in $74.4 million during its fourth weekend in theaters, bringing its cumulative revenues to $700 million.
Mon Jan 05 2015
British chef Jamie Oliver 'turned down hobbit role'
British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver who was offered the role of a hobbit had to reject the chance due to work committment.
Mon Dec 29 2014
'The Hobbit' tops global box office for third consecutive weekend
Third week in theatres, "The Battle of the Five Armies," earned $130.6 million.
Mon Dec 29 2014
'Hobbit' director Jackson gets Hollywood star
Oscar-winning "Lord of The Rings" and "The Hobbit" director Peter Jackson received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, joined by key cast members from his blockbuster J.R.R Tolkien films.
Tue Dec 09 2014
How to win a chance to travel through Middle-earth and meet Sir Peter Jackson
Die-hard Hobbit and Lord of the Rings fans are invited to enter a contest for their chance to win a trip traveling throughout New Zealand -- otherwise known as Sir Peter Jacksons Middle-earth.
Mon Jul 28 2014
Royal surprise at Australian ANZAC service
Britain's Prince William and wife Catherine were surprise guests at a dawn service in Canberra on Friday to remember Australian soldiers lost in war.
Fri Apr 25 2014
'Hobbit' filmmaker changes name of trilogy finale
The final installment of the blockbuster "Hobbit" film trilogy has been given a new name, director Peter Jackson announced on Thursday.
Fri Apr 25 2014
MH370: Director of Lord of the Rings, Peter Jackson sends his private jet to help
The private jet belonging to Lord of the Rings film director, Peter Jackson is also used in the search operation for the missing MH370 flight, an international news portal reported.
Wed Apr 02 2014
Hobbit' towers over competition at N. America box office
The latest installment of the Tolkien epic series, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," claimed the top spot at the North American box office this weekend, industry estimates showed Sunday.
Sun Dec 15 2013
'The Hobbit': The redemption of Peter Jackson
Jackson's "The Desolation of Smaug," is a fleet, fun redemption of the film franchise, the first chapter of which had J.R.R. Tolkien fans crying foul.
Fri Dec 13 2013
'Hobbit' bests 'Rings' with $84.8 million opening
'The Hobbit' failed to get any Golden Globes nominations but led the box office and drew Decembers' biggest opening ever.
Mon Dec 17 2012
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024