Culture & Arts

The Berlin International Film Festival 2023 highlights Iranian cinema, examining the role of culture and art during times of crisis.

Finland has completed fencing along parts of its eastern border, increasing security measures against what officials describe as Russia's 'hybrid warfare'.

Policy analyst Amine Ayoub warns in Ynet that Iran’s activities in countries like Mauritania and Sudan signal a strategic expansion beyond the Middle East that requires urgent Israeli attention.

American rapper Macklemore has been removed from Ed Sheeran's tour lineup following his public statements regarding Palestine.

Danish-Egyptian filmmaker May el-Toukhy won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival for her film 'Woman Unknown', which explores the aftermath of the Second World War in Denmark and the treatment of women.

A new report from Anthropic reveals that Iran has utilized artificial intelligence models to advance its military objectives and propaganda operations.

Following the Houthi seizure of key positions along the Bab al-Mandab Strait, Saudi Arabia has urged the Trump administration to take direct military action. Washington is currently focusing on intelligence and targeting support.

Hollywood actress Susan Sarandon claimed at the Venice Film Festival that she continues to face professional repercussions and lost roles due to her stance on the Gaza war and criticism of Zionists.

Serhat Mustafa Kılıç, the 51-year-old Turkish film and television actor, has died at his home in Istanbul. Turkish police have classified the death as suspicious, and an investigation is underway.

The North American film industry has seen its best summer performance since the pandemic, driven by a surge in young audiences and a diverse range of cinematic genres.

Israeli director Amos Gitai has criticised the violent state of the region and the collapse of peace prospects at the Venice Film Festival, where he premiered his new documentary.

Italian company Barilla is set to acquire the mac-and-cheese brand Goodles, which counts Israeli actress Gal Gadot among its early investors.

The IAEA stated in a confidential report that the Assad regime in Syria failed to report nuclear materials and activities at the Deir Ezzor site.

Israeli actress Gal Gadot has confirmed her departure from the Wonder Woman film franchise, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to have played the iconic role.

The Cannes Film Festival celebrated Marjane Satrapi's role as a witness to her times, reflecting on her success at the 2007 festival.

Jewell Farshad, an Iranian-American actress and model, alleges that Iranian national football team player Ramin Rezaeian harassed her with explicit sexual messages and inappropriate demands.

Iranian-American actress Jewell Farshad has accused Iranian national soccer player Ramin Rezaeian of sending unsolicited sexual messages and making inappropriate requests.

Noa Ben, an Israeli performer who worked as a character at Disneyland Paris, shares insights into the demanding role and the surprise of Israeli visitors when she unexpectedly spoke to them in Hebrew.

Ambassador (ret.) Yoram Ettinger argues in an analysis that Israel did not grow strong because of its US alliance, but rather acquired the alliance due to its strength, now serving as a strategic force-multiplier…

Israeli actress Gal Gadot says she has had no discussions with new DC Studios leadership about reprising her role as Wonder Woman or taking on other characters.

The documentary 'NAZA', which examines the mechanisms behind Israeli military targeting in Gaza, has been selected for the main competition at the 83rd Venice Film Festival.

An analysis of Lebanon's position amidst regional rivalries between Israel and Turkey and the implications for the country's stability.

The Venice Film Festival has added the documentary 'Naza', which addresses allegations of Israeli military misconduct in Gaza, to its screening lineup.

Palestinian sources allege that a group of settlers attacked a factory in the West Bank, resulting in a fire at the industrial facility.

Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, creators of the Oscar-winning 'No Other Land,' are set to premiere their new documentary 'NAZA' at the Venice Film Festival, focusing on the mechanisms behind Israeli strikes in Gaza.

Intelligence expert Amit Yagur argues that the US has largely neutralized Iran's leverage in the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran faces mounting internal crises and economic pressure.

The Times of Israel reports that Israeli officials informed their American counterparts that Turkey had planned to deploy an air defense system at a Syrian military base that was recently targeted.

Paramount Pictures has accused Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo of using antisemitic tropes following his criticism of the company's merger with Warner Brothers and his attacks on the Ellison family.

Paramount has accused Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo of using "antisemitic imagery" while criticizing the $111 billion Warner Bros. acquisition deal.

A group of Iranian-Jewish families living in New York has left their affluent lives in the US to immigrate to Israel, citing a desire to strengthen their Jewish identity and concerns over rising antisemitism.

Security analyst Shimon Rafael, referencing the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, warns that diplomatic agreements with totalitarian regimes and militant groups are merely tactical tools to buy time and build military strength.

Israel's recent strike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase in Syria signals a strategic shift from countering Iranian influence to managing Turkey's role in rebuilding Syria's military architecture.

Donald Trump has announced the launch of what he described as the most crushing economic operation in history against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Actress Kathryn Hahn has expressed her excitement about playing Mother Gothel in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the popular animated film 'Tangled'.

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv captain Sheran Yeini has expressed his interest in returning to the club in a management or youth development capacity.

Turkey's energy minister announced that state and private firms will begin seismic surveys and exploration for oil and gas in Syria.

Former Hamas hostage Sagui Dekel-Chen performed nine songs he composed during his captivity in Gaza at Kibbutz Nir Oz. The report also covers the challenges faced by Israeli artists amid international boycotts and new…

Director Leslie Iwerks offers a rare look at the creative minds behind Disney’s cinematic worlds in her new documentary, 'Disney Worldbuilders.'

A Jerusalem Post analysis suggests that depleted interceptor stocks and Iran’s recovering weapons capacity are reshaping the regional military balance.

Internal Hamas documents recovered by the IDF reveal that the Norwegian Center for Conflict Resolution (NOREF) held secret meetings with senior Hamas officials in Gaza in 2021 to discuss improving ties between the group…

The Times of Israel’s 'The Reel Schmooze' podcast examines the 1977 sci-fi animated film 'Wizards,' directed by Haifa-born animator Ralph Bakshi.

Julie Andrews, who played Queen Clarisse Renaldi, says the third instalment should focus on Princess Mia's journey rather than her own character.

A Variety report examines how directors like Vera Drew, Luis Verde, and Jane Schoenbrun are producing independent work to reclaim control over their personal narratives.

Amazon MGM Studios has scheduled the cinematic adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s thriller Verity for release following the debut of Regretting You, as the studio looks to build on the success of It Ends With…

Supported by Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, the initiative for female and non-binary screenwriters over 40 will expand to Los Angeles and New York this autumn.

Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder are returning to the world of the acclaimed comedy Hacks for a live Emmy campaign event, which may mark the final expansion of the series.

Marvel is steadily advancing its new X-Men project, with the return of several franchise actors in Avengers: Doomsday potentially linking to the upcoming film.

The joint thriller from Netflix and Chernin Entertainment has recorded the fifth-biggest opening for an original Netflix film in 2026 following its debut week.

Deadline reports that four new actors have joined the recurring cast of the crime series Bishop, which stars Joel Kinnaman and John Malkovich.

The 90-year-old actress has confirmed she will not reprise her role as Queen Clarisse, citing her retirement from on-screen acting as the primary reason.

To mark its 30th anniversary, the satirical news programme has shared a 10-minute compilation featuring the early auditions of its most famous correspondents and presenters.