Vila Isabel's Carnival parade faced costume confusion, a haunting theme, and criticism of Paulo Barros' float, while Sabrina Sato struggled with her costume and Martinho da Vila questioned the theme. Read more...

A look at Japan's diverse entertainment landscape, from the revival of listening lounges to controversies surrounding historical accuracy in video games and legal troubles for film producers. Read more...

Carnival in Brazil sparks debate over cultural representation as Dira Paes champions Afro narratives, while Paulo Barros' Vila Isabel faces criticism and celebrates indigenous culture. Read more...

Aramco maintains stable oil capacity while planning a major gas expansion. However, recent reports show a decrease in upstream earnings. Plus, Saudi Arabia sees increased investment in other sectors. Read more...

Germany's Bundestag sees internal conflicts and Russian influence, while France grapples with defense spending and social priorities after Macron's speech. Read more...

This week in entertainment news: celebrities shine at the Oscars, the BBC apologizes for past misconduct, a Bitcoin documentary disappoints, and a play review highlights modern Brooklyn. Read more...

France grapples with diverse political issues, including mineral resource exploitation in Ukraine, pension reform negotiations, Ramadan imams, and a disturbing rape trial. Read more...

French football grapples with financial woes and governance issues, including conflicts between the LFP and DAZN, and corruption accusations against league leadership. Read more...