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The 1971 James Bond film 'Diamonds Are Forever' is being criticized by fans as a low point for the franchise, described as 'dull' and 'cringeworthy.'

Victor Ferreres, in 'Elogio del Derecho', delivers a dialogue among a seasoned professor and two young students to explore the civic and democratic role of legal wisdom.

Hirotoshi Ogawa leads a masterclass in Milan focusing on traditional Edomae sushi techniques as part of a culinary rediscovery in Japan.

Indian cricketer Shubman Gill shared his cricketing techniques in a masterclass with Google CEO Sundar Pichai in Gurugram.

Nina Petrokina's graceful performance in Milan at the Olympics drew admiration, but judges' scores disappointed many followers.

The film adaptation of the beloved play "Parque Lezama" directed by Juan José Campanella features renowned actors Luis Brandoni and Eduardo Blanco, bringing the classic theatrical success to the big screen.

Estonian government is again engaged in fine-tuning a new legislative proposal, which has sparked complex discussions that may be better off left aside.

Bastien, a banking employee, transformed his stagnant career by seeking professional advice from ChatGPT, leading to significant personal and professional growth.

The 2026 Tourism Carretera kicked off chaotically in El Calafate, with Julián Santero clinching victory amidst multiple accidents and safety car laps, marking BMW's first win in the series.

Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address effectively addressed various political constituencies while skillfully steering clear of divisive topics.

Atlético de Madrid delivered a stunning 4-0 victory over Barcelona, highlighting the tactical brilliance of coach Diego 'Cholo' Simeone and featuring four Argentine players.

The DocPoint Tallinn documentary festival attracted over 4,000 attendees, showcasing notable films and a masterclass by acclaimed Finnish director Pirjo Honkasalo.

England's defeat to West Indies raises serious doubts about their T20 World Cup chances.

Pastry chef Daniela Tallarico shared her professional techniques for transforming basic dough into creative cookies during a masterclass on the Foodit platform.

The article criticizes Pakistan's decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India, suggesting it denies contextually valuable practice for India while also calling into question Pakistan's historical reliance on drama.

Famous pizzaiolo Dejan Parun from Novi Sad hosted a masterclass in Zagreb, sharing contemporary pizza-making techniques.

Former director Louise Adler criticized the management of the Adelaide Writers' Week, calling the festival's recent turmoil a 'masterclass in poor governance' amid the withdrawal of 180 writers.

Jennifer Lopez's dining room serves as a masterclass in home decor.

Belgian multimedia artist and director, known for his innovative documentaries and recent Oscar-nominated film, will hold a masterclass in Zagreb discussing themes of memory and language.

The BBC's period drama, considered by critics to be a 'masterclass,' crafted by Julian Fellowes, is now available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

Berlin has criticized ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev for his comments on the US military action in Venezuela but has not commented on the US actions themselves.

Keir Starmer skillfully navigates political diplomacy amid escalating US operations in Venezuela, following President Trump's controversial actions.

U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan praised the Trump administration's capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, calling it a 'masterclass in precision' and highlighting the capabilities of the American military.

Rosalía leads a masterclass exploring the future of pop music.