Balmain ushers in a bold new chapter as Antonin Tron takes the helm of creative direction. Known for his draping prowess and a concept of fashion as “spatial art,” Tron signals a fresh era for the storied house. Industry watchers are eager to see how this leadership shift will sculpt Balmain’s upcoming collections.

A tragic bus crash in central Ecuador is prompting urgent questions about road safety and emergency response. As investigators seek answers, communities are calling for stronger safety practices and better protections for travelers—concerns that echo beyond the region and could shape safer roads ahead.

An animated adventure that dares to show real families, not fairy-tale perfection. Siblings embark on a magical quest to mend their parents’ troubled marriage, mixing humor with honest emotion. In Your Dreams offers a hopeful, imperfect portrait of love that stays with you long after the screen fades.

At the Vatican, a star-studded gathering of Hollywood luminaries and visionary directors confronts cinema’s uncertain future. The pope calls film a “workshop of hope” amid distractions and declines, urging bold collaboration to safeguard cinema’s cultural heart. This moment hints at fresh partnerships and a renewed push for original storytelling in a changing industry.

Italy’s World Cup bid has hit a rough patch, with a brutal setback leaving the Azzurri bracing for playoff drama. A coaching shake-up, a widening talent gap, and an uncertain road ahead put the team’s past triumphs in sharp relief and raise questions about what comes next for Italian football.

On Gau Island, a remote Fiji school gets a lifeline—a new fibreglass boat and learning resources that promise safer journeys and a brighter future for its students.

Across the Pacific, health workers are steering a digital shift to ensure every mother and child is seen—no matter how remote. A Suva workshop is piloting an Immunization Information System and a Master Patient Index, with a week of training for nurses, community health workers, and master trainers. As data-driven care takes shape, the initiative…

Fiji’s building sector faces a pivotal debate over whether imported fire-resistant materials truly meet safety standards. With seismic risks and rising calls for clearer guidelines and tougher enforcement, industry voices are pushing for stronger compliance—a shift that could reshape the country’s built environment.