Spoiler Alert: This list contains spoilers for the Euphoria series finale.Everyone literally comes crashing down in the Season 3 finale of Euphoria. Since its premiere in 2019, audiences have watched Rue's (Zendaya) volatile highs and lows as a struggling drug addict. But even with every type of substance entering her bloodstream, Rue seems to have cheated death countless times — until it finally catches up to her in the finale.

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A Cinematic Journey Through the History of Aviation

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A wide cinematic collection celebrating the evolution of aviation, from fragile early biplanes and daring pioneer pilots to flying boats, wartime fighters, classic airliners, supersonic icons, stealth aircraft, and futuristic aerospace designs. The series combines golden hour light, dramatic skies, ocean crossings, misty runways, military silhouettes, retro travel atmosphere, and science fiction concepts to create a visual timeline of flight as both engineering achievement and human dream.

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When Mangue Banzima arrived in New York at 17 from an African country — he prefers not to say which — the only thing that made him feel at home was the Knicks. He remembers wearing sneakers as a child like those of his idol Patrick Ewing. And when he arrived in the United States, he found a city where his basketball team was everywhere. Banzima’s arrival in New York coincided with something no Knicks fan will ever forget: they had just reached the NBA Finals, where they lost to the San Antonio Spurs. That was in 1999. It has not happened since in 27 years — until now, when the New Yorkers have finally qualified to compete for the famed ring, for which they will face the Spurs again. After so many disappointments, the success of a team used to failure has infected the whole city with euphoria.

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KUWAIT CITY, June 6 — Explosions were heard early Saturday in Kuwait and Bahrain after US strikes against Iran, according to AFP correspondents.

Multiple explosions were heard in areas near Kuwait International Airport, reported AFP’s correspondent in Kuwait, whose military announced it was responding to “hostile” missile and drone attacks.

In Bahrain’s capital Manama, an AFP correspondent there reported hearing explosions and interceptions, as air raid alerts rang out. — AFP

The redrawing of electoral districts, or gerrymandering, in the United States is reaching unprecedented levels. After the Supreme Court’s late-April ruling changed electoral rules and curtailed minority rights, Republicans have stepped up efforts to dismantle majority-Black districts, especially in the South, though the strategy extends to states beyond that region.

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KOTA BHARU, June 5 — Mastering artificial intelligence (AI) in newsrooms is no longer seen as an option but a critical necessity in navigating an increasingly challenging and competitive media landscape.

As digital transformation accelerates, failure by media organisations to integrate AI technology into their operations may undermine efficiency and productivity, while increasing the risk of falling behind in an increasingly competitive environment to remain relevant to audience needs.

However, despite the benefits of the technology in speeding up news production, concerns have emerged over excessive reliance on AI and digital sources, which are feared to erode core journalistic values, including on-the-ground reporting, long regarded as central to quality journalism.

These concerns stem from ongoing debates about a growing tendency in some reporting to rely heavily on social media or online sources, with information then processed using AI without direct verification at the scene.

According to Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Dr Syed Agil Shekh Alsagoff, AI can be an effective tool in boosting newsroom productivity; however, it cannot replace the experience and editorial judgement of journalists in the field.

He said the strength of journalism in producing high-impact reporting continues to lie in journalists seeing situations first-hand, engaging with communities, and verifying information through multiple sources before publication.

“If journalists become too reliant on AI and digital sources, the culture of field reporting could gradually diminish. Yet being on the ground remains essential to understanding the real context of an issue and obtaining a more accurate picture,” he told Bernama.

He said field reporting not only gives journalists valuable experience but also helps produce more comprehensive stories with stronger narratives based on first-hand observation at the scene.

He explained that this is different from reporting that relies too heavily on AI and social media, which risks making news feel ‘flat’, as technology can only process data without truly understanding the emotions and sensitivities of communities.

“Being at the scene allows journalists to better understand the emotions, atmosphere and reality of what is happening, in a way that technology cannot fully capture. For example, during a disaster, reporters on the ground can convey the news narrative more effectively.

“While AI and social media can help produce reports quickly, they cannot replace journalists witnessing first-hand the suffering of victims, the fear during conflicts, and the grief of families who have lost loved ones,” he said.

He stressed that journalism is not just about reporting facts but also about understanding the pulse of human experience and societal realities, while requiring ethical reporting grounded in a strong presence in the field.

At the same time, he did not dismiss the benefits of AI, which can be used wisely, particularly in research, data analysis and multimedia content production, stressing that it must be balanced with core journalistic values.

“AI is a useful tool, but journalists still need to be on the ground to see, hear and understand issues for themselves. Without that, reports may be produced quickly, but they risk losing their human touch and humanity,” he said.

As such, he said the National Journalists’ Day (Hawana) 2026 celebration on June 20 should be used as a platform to strengthen the balance between technological advancement and human values in journalism to ensure the media industry remains relevant and trusted by the public.

Carrying the theme ‘Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility’, the culmination of this year’s Hawana celebration will be held at the PICCA @ Arena Butterworth Convention Centre in Penang and will be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Organised by the Ministry of Communications, with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, Hawana serves as a platform to recognise the contributions, dedication and professionalism of media practitioners in Malaysia. — Bernama

Drama is the hardest genre to rank for rewatchability because great and rewatchable are not always the same gift. Some dramas devastate you once and leave you staring at a wall. Some impress you more than they move you. The ones that stay in your life are rarer. They are the films that keep changing shape as you change.

After the bittersweet exit of Gibbs (Mark Harmon) four years ago, NCIShas settled into a rhythm that we've recognized as the new normal, with Parker (Gary Cole) taking on the leadership position and the rest of the core team remaining the same. Even though there have been some tragic losses since, including the irreplaceable Ducky (David McCallum) and the newest heartbreak of saying farewell to Vance (Rocky Carroll), there hasn't necessarily been a major addition to the team since Parker. But as Season 24 is confirmed, Wilmer Valderrama (who plays Torres) spoke to People and teased a major shake-up in the team dynamics going forth. After four years, we may just be getting a new face, one that will undoubtedly disrupt the new normal we've gotten used to.