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French charity to stylishly 'upcycle' Cannes Festival red carpet

After being strutted upon for two weeks by stars like Tom Cruise, Scarlett Johansson, Halle Berry and Robert De Niro, the legendary red carpets of the Cannes Film Festival are set for a second life thanks to an upcycling charity and some environmentally conscious designers.

Radio France Internationale

Digital replica of Auschwitz created due to growing interest from filmmakers

The technical team used the most advanced spatial scanning technologies to create a digital replica of the Auschwitz I camp. The project was recognised at the Cannes Film Festival. We interview Bartosz Bartyzel, a spokesman for the Auschwitz Museum, to learn more about the project.

Euronews

US Businesswoman Skips Son's Graduation to Accept an Award in France — Then Learns It Doesn't Exist

Dallas-based influencer Bilonda Alice Mukendi travelled to Cannes for the World Influencers and Bloggers Awards on 22 May, anticipating a 'Best Content Creator' accolade. However, she was left unacknowledged during the ceremony, only to later discover her invitation may have been fraudulent. Her experience has since gone viral, prompting widespread…

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Awful and Awesome Ep 387: The Royals, Flintoff, subscriber letters

While discussing The RoyalsAbhinandan: You’re saying Bhumi Pednekar is good in this? Is she the redeeming factor?Rajyasree: No, she's horrible in this…But it has worked in her favour because everyone has logged on and watched the show. Abhinandan: Why?Rajyasree: Because it’s so bad. Everyone trashed it so everyone logged on and…

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Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, the first Arab and African director to win Cannes Palme d’Or, dies aged 91

Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina was the oldest living recipient of the Palme d’Or. His Cannes-winning film 'Chronicles of the Years of Fire' remains Africa’s only Palme d’Or to this day.

Euronews

The adorable reason Chris Evans skipped Cannes film premiere

Evans’s co-stars appeared on the red carpet in his absence

The Independent UK

Hollywood star Chris Evans reveals why he skipped Cannes Film Festival

Chris Evans celebrated his mother's birthday rather than attending the premiere of his new movie in Cannes.

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Robin Thicke proposes to April Love Geary for a second time

Pop star Robin Thicke has proposed to his fiance April Love Geary for a second time - getting down on one knee to pop the question on the steps of the famous Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cannes, France.

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French authorities investigate second power blackout in two days

At least 45,000 people affected by ‘malicious act’ in Nice, a day after Cannes film festival disrupted by similar outage

The Guardian - UK

Bollywood top star stuns at Cannes in ‘first-ever’ Gucci saree

Alia Bhatt’s minimalist yet stunning look included the nude-coloured attire that looked like a saree

The Independent UK

Two anarchist groups claim responsibility for Cannes and Nice power outages

Nearly 45,000 homes were temporarily without electricity on Saturday night after a fire was started at an electrical transformer in western Nice.

Euronews

Nicole Kidman's short black manicure felt so chic and rebellious for Cannes - now, watch it trend for summer

Refined yet moody, Nicole Kidman is the latest star to make a case for short black nails this season...

Woman & Home

Cannes 2025 ends on a high as director Jafar Panahi claims the Palme d'Or

Iranian director Jafar Panahi has claimed the Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival for his powerful revenge drama It Was Just an Accident, capping a politically charged celebration of global cinema.

Radio France Internationale

Elle Fanning's Givenchy Skirt Suit Features a Secret Back Detail on the Cannes Red Carpet

Business in the front, party in the back.

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Al Jazeera

Arson attack probed as Cannes and parts of southern France suffer power cut

Power restored after outage hit the prominent film festival on its closing day and affected 160,000 homes in the area.

Radio France Internationale

Cannes power outage won’t dim the glamour of film festival finale

A major power outage has swept through French Riviera, but thanks to backup systems, the 78th Cannes Film Festival's glamorous closing ceremony will go ahead as planned.

Radio France Internationale

Postcard from Cannes #5: Zooming in on talented cinematographers

While the Cannes Film Festival is the place to discover new films and talent, it’s also an important moment in the industry calendar to recognise the hard work of the people behind the scenes. This is the case with the Prix Angénieux, awarded on Friday in Cannes to cinematographers from…

Marie Claire

Princess Diana's Twin Nieces Take Mirror-Imaging Dressing to Cannes in the Same Vera Wang Dress

Meanwhile, big sister Kitty Spencer went for regal purple.

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Scottish screenwriter pays tribute to Palestinian journalist killed by Israeli strike

A LEADING Scottish screenwriter has paid tribute to a Palestinian journalist killed in an Israeli air strike.

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“Now That’s A Bulge”: Kim Kardashian’s Hair Stylist Flaunts Body In A Speedo In Cannes

Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, whose wedding was officiated by Kim Kardashian, nearly broke the internet with his photos in a white speedo.

Evening Standard

'She's glowing': Fans react to Saoirse Ronan as she attends Louis Vuitton show in Cannes

The Atonement actress, 31, married British star Jack Lowden in a secret Scottish ceremony last year

International Business Times UK

First Kris Jenner, Now Kevin Spacey: Did The Disgraced Actor's Face Go Under The Knife?

Kevin Spacey appeared at a Cannes gala on 20 May 2025, receiving an award and sparking cosmetic surgery rumours. It marks his biggest public return since his 2023 acquittal.

The Independent UK

Dissident Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi's presence in Cannes speaks volumes

Before this week, the dissident Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi hasn’t attended the premiere of one of his films in more than 15 years

Evening Standard

‘People can't stop weeping!’ The family drama shattering audiences (and earning epic 19-minute ovation)

This must-watch steals the spotlight - with help from an A-list cast, and a bit of stage fright

Radio France Internationale

Podcast: Assisted dying in France, Pagnol at Cannes, meet the neighbours

As French lawmakers consider legalising assisted dying, a look at the citizen's assembly that carefully considered the issue. Also, a film about the writer – and filmmaker – Marcel Pagnol at the Cannes film festival, which is finally tackling sexual harassment in the industry. And the man who created the…

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