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🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

ČT Employees Meet with Director Chudárek. They Demand Fulfillment of Five Priorities

Employees of Czech Television have outlined their demands for five priorities during a meeting with the network's director, Hynek Chudárek.

Mar 21 • 08:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

After the request for the plaque of the disappeared at the Casa Argentina, an open letter is sent to the International University City of Paris

An open letter has been sent to the International University City of Paris following a request for the restoration of a plaque honoring the victims of Argentina's state terrorism, accusing the institution's director of allowing far-right political activities.

Mar 19 • 23:19 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Symbol of Arab Culture 2026.. How Mohammad Bakri Turned His Life into a Film that Israel Does Not Want?

The late Palestinian artist and director Mohammad Bakri has been named the symbol of Arab culture for 2026, in recognition of his significant contributions to art and political expression.

Mar 19 • 15:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

College Republicans of America stands by new political director amid scrutiny of past controversial comments

The College Republicans of America supports the appointment of Kai Schwemmer as political director despite controversy over his past comments and associations with far-right figures.

Mar 19 • 01:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

That surreal sentence between errors and neighbors

The court in Isernia has controversially sentenced Antonio Giordano, a political figure who was misidentified as a newspaper director, to a significant penalty for defamation.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Israeli strike in Beirut killed Hezbollah's television program director

An Israeli airstrike in Beirut has resulted in the deaths of Hezbollah's political programs director, Mohammadas Sherri, and his wife, as reported by the channel.

Mar 18 • 10:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why did Joe Kent's tweet receive over 80 million views? His resignation sparks debate over the war on Iran

Joe Kent's resignation as director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center has ignited political controversy regarding the U.S. involvement in the Israeli-Iranian conflict.

Mar 18 • 08:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition of Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Significant updates from Brazil include the confirmation of the death of Ali Larijani in Iran, the resignation of Trump's counterterrorism director, Mega-Sena lottery winners, political developments regarding Bolsonaro, governors denying Lula's tax requests, and upcoming financial decisions by the government.

Mar 18 • 00:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Earthquake within Trump's administration.. Joe Kent's resignation reveals sharp disagreements over the war on Iran

Joe Kent, the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned in protest against the ongoing war with Iran, exposing deep divisions within the Trump administration regarding military involvement.

Mar 17 • 13:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Paolo Sorrentino: his great disappointment, the vital importance of curiosity, and the film that brings him back

Italian director Paolo Sorrentino explores moral dilemmas of politics in his latest film 'La Grazia', featuring a fictional president nearing the end of his term.

Mar 17 • 09:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

The Wizard from the Kremlin / It Was Not a Silovik, But an Intellectual, Writer, Director, and Above All, the Political Strategist that Putin Initially Needed

The article discusses the film 'The Wizard from the Kremlin,' based on Giuliano da Empoli's acclaimed book, which explores the nuanced portrayal of Putin's rise to power and its reception despite the competing documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin.'

Mar 16 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Sergio Schoklender revealed that funds from the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo were used to finance campaigns for Cristina Kirchner and Amado Boudou

Former director Sergio Schoklender disclosed that funds intended for the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo were diverted to support political campaigns for Cristina Kirchner and Amado Boudou.

Mar 14 • 20:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Discontent Grows in France Over a Decision by the Director of the Argentine House in Paris

Discontent is rising in France regarding the director of the Argentine House in Paris, Santiago Muzio's decision to remove a memorial plaque honoring the victims of the military dictatorship.

Mar 13 • 20:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Oscar campaign is not a political election, says Kleber Mendonça Filho

Director Kleber Mendonça Filho emphasizes that the Oscar campaign for his film 'O Agente Secreto' is about genuine appreciation and conversation rather than a political competition.

Mar 13 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Danish-Iranian director of Trump film: 'The worst thing about the regime in Iran is that they are so incompetent'

Ali Abbasi, a Danish-Iranian filmmaker, expresses his pessimism regarding the political situation in Iran and discusses the impact of ongoing conflicts on his family.

Mar 12 • 18:21 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Repubblica and the left against Cerno: the hoax of the Rai contract. But everything is denied. The director: "Attack to shut me up"

The article discusses accusations against Tommaso Cerno, director of Il Giornale, regarding hiring decisions at Rai, prompting responses from left-wing media and political figures.

Mar 12 • 14:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Point N: Here is Krkonošsko, or rather Motorists. Whose green blood will flow next?

Minister of the Environment Igor Červený has dismissed the director of the Krkonošsko National Park amid controversies involving the 'Motorists' political party's agenda against environmental leaders.

Mar 10 • 17:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni at Parenti, insults to Shammah

The esteemed Jewish theater director Andrée Ruth Shammah faced social media insults for her support of a referendum on justice, as her theater hosts a pro-referendum event organized by political groups of Fratelli d'Italia, led by Giorgia Meloni.

Mar 10 • 05:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Spanish released Ángela Expósito, animal welfare foundation director and political prisoner of chavismo for seven years

Ángela Expósito, a director of an animal foundation and a political prisoner in Venezuela for over seven years, has been released under precautionary measures following a law of amnesty.

Mar 7 • 01:50 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

The director behind the high-profile Putin film has made a fatal decision

The article discusses the implications of misinformation and social division in contemporary political contexts, particularly in relation to Vladimir Putin and his influence.

Mar 5 • 17:04 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

HALF A CENTURY ⟩ The First Political Film for Children in the Soviet Union – “The Trustworthy Friend Sancho”

The article discusses the creation of "The Trustworthy Friend Sancho," the first political film for children in the Soviet Union, and the challenges faced by director Jānis Streičs in bringing it to fruition.

Mar 5 • 14:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Applying anti-Babiš sentiment to the correct steps in healthcare is unfair

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the dismissal of Zdeněk Kabátek, the long-time director of the General Health Insurance Company in the Czech Republic, and its political implications.

Mar 2 • 15:56 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Dolores Fonzi Wins Goya for Belén and Sends a Strong Political Message: 'The Far Right Has Come to Destroy Everything'

Argentine actress and director Dolores Fonzi won a Goya Award for her film Belén, delivering a poignant political message about the current state of the world.

Mar 1 • 13:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The great 'theatrical man' Kostas Dalianis has passed away

The Greek theater community mourns the loss of famed director and educator Kostas Dalianis, known for his commitment to political theater and education.

Feb 26 • 13:37 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Is the Berlin Film Festival's leadership in trouble over anti-Israel speech?

The leadership of the Berlin Film Festival faces scrutiny following a controversial anti-Israel speech made by a film director during the festival's closing ceremony.

Feb 26 • 11:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Welcome to the Abyss

The Berlinale film festival is facing its worst crisis, clouded by political discussions and uncertainty surrounding its director.

Feb 26 • 11:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The political tension of the last Berlin festival leaves its director on the brink of dismissal

Political tensions arising from the recent Berlin Film Festival have put director Tricia Tuttle's job at risk after accusations against the German government regarding complicity in the Israeli genocide in Gaza.

Feb 25 • 21:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Berlinale director may be dismissed after being accused of antisemitism

Tricia Tuttle, the director of the Berlinale, is facing potential dismissal over accusations of antisemitism following controversial comments made during the festival.

Feb 25 • 14:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"They pulled him out like a rabbit from a hat." Opposition criticizes the swift replacement of the head of VZP

The Czech opposition is criticizing the rapid replacement of the director of the largest health insurance company, VZP, asserting that it reflects political maneuvering rather than genuine reform away from political influence.

Feb 25 • 06:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Venezuela: More than 540 political prisoners released, according to NGO

Over 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to Alfredo Romero, director of the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.

Feb 24 • 13:28 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sanremo, La Russa wants Pucci back. Conti: 'Am I meloniano? No, I am free'

The artistic director of the Sanremo Festival asserts the independence of the festival in response to political implications.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The appointment of the director was considered a political appointment by the National Coalition Party - the Chancellor of Justice: discretion was not exceeded

The Chancellor of Justice concluded that the Finnish government did not exceed its discretion in the appointment of a new director for the Ministry of Education and Culture, despite concerns about the process.

Feb 23 • 17:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Datena debuts on state radio, reprimands director live and promises to 'hit everyone'

Journalist José Luiz Datena launched his new radio program on Rádio Nacional, promising open discussion irrespective of political affiliations and emphasizing freedom of speech.

Feb 23 • 17:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

76th Berlin Festival: Golden Bear for 'Yellow Letters' by Ilker Çatak

The film 'Yellow Letters' by German-Turkish director Ilker Çatak won the Golden Bear at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting the struggles of Turkish artists facing political persecution.

Feb 22 • 11:34 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Palestinian Flag is Raised at the Berlin Festival and 'Yellow Letters' Captures the Gold

The Berlin International Film Festival's closing night featured powerful political statements, with Palestinian director Abdullah Dakhil winning an award and condemning the German government's stance on Gaza.

Feb 22 • 03:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Berlinale: 'Yellow Letters' Wins Golden Bear

The political drama 'Yellow Letters' by Berlin director İlker Çatak has won the Golden Bear at the Berlinale film festival.

Feb 21 • 18:59 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

CIA retracts, revises 19 past intelligence assessments deemed politically biased

The CIA has announced the retraction and revision of 19 intelligence assessments that were identified as politically biased, under the direction of director John Ratcliffe.

Feb 21 • 02:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Petrecca leaves RaiSport. And cites the Gospel: "Betrayed"

Paolo Petrecca has officially resigned as the director of Rai Sport following intense political and media scrutiny over his controversial commentary during the Winter Olympics.

Feb 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Petrecca's resignations, RaiSport celebrates with its deputy

Paolo Petrecca, the director of RaiSport, resigned, leading the editorial team to celebrate the promotion of his deputy amid political pressures.

Feb 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - Inquiry commission on public broadcasting: 'I have never made a decision based on my political opinions,' assures the editorial director of Radio France

The editorial director of Radio France, Vincent Meslet, emphasizes that his decisions are independent of his political opinions during an inquiry into public broadcasting.

Feb 19 • 15:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Yadav Ji's Love Story' Controversy, FIR Filed Against Producer, Director, and Two Actors

An FIR has been filed against the producer, director, and lead actors of the film 'Yadav Ji's Love Story' following significant protests from the Yadav community and political parties in Uttar Pradesh.

Feb 19 • 10:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Rubio announces designation for Nicaraguan prison official tied to alleged human rights violations

The U.S. has announced the designation of Nicaraguan Prison Director Roberto Clemente Guevara Gómez for his involvement in human rights violations.

Feb 18 • 19:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Junet Targets Sifuna Over Alleged Gachagua Ties

Junet Mohamed, the ODM Director of Elections, accuses party members of undermining the party by associating with other political factions, specifically targeting Edwin Sifuna and others.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Here, less than half of the residents are of Finnish origin - The kindergarten director shares what the real problem is

A kindergarten in Finland struggles with cultural integration as only three children speak Finnish, prompting the director to call for political attention to address societal challenges.

Feb 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Film festival boss fights back against the political media storm in Berlin

The director of the Berlin Film Festival, Tricia Tuttle, responds to criticism regarding the festival's alleged political disengagement amidst a media backlash.

Feb 15 • 15:52 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Juan Radonjic passed away, director of El Economista and former deputy for the UCR with Alfonsín

Juan Radonjic, a prominent figure in Argentine journalism and politics, passed away at the age of 71, with tributes pouring in from political leaders and colleagues.

Feb 13 • 23:03 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Høyre-Sandra in a new job: - It felt like a kind of heartbreak

Sandra Bruflot has left her political position to become the new director of public relations at Statkraft, describing the transition as exciting yet bittersweet.

Feb 13 • 09:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Pucci Case, Carlo Conti Denies the Left: 'I Have Full Freedom in Choices'

Carlo Conti defended his autonomy as artistic director of the Sanremo Festival amid political controversy over inviting comedian Andrea Pucci.

Feb 13 • 08:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

The first kiss and the first dildo of Afghan cinema inaugurate Berlinale: 'Kabul could be the precursor to a new 9/11 and no one wants to realize it'

The Berlinale opens with the Afghan film depicting significant social issues, as director Shahrbanoo Sadat speaks about the implications of her work amidst political tensions.

Feb 12 • 19:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Riga like Moscow, Putin like a 'tsar' – who does the 'Kremlin magician' really serve? Film review

The film 'Kremlin magician' by French director Olivier Assayas explores the complex socio-political landscape of Eastern Europe through the character of Vadim Baranov, representing the enigmatic political technologist Vladislav Surkov.

Feb 10 • 11:26 UTC

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