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24/04/2026 – La casa en el árbol, directed by Spaniard Luis Calderón, opens the festival on 8 May, while Reflection in a Dead Diamond, by Hélène Cattet and Bruno Forzani, will close itLa casa en el árbol by Luis CalderónThe FANT Fantasy Film Festival, organised by Bilbao City Council, kicks off its 32nd edition on 8 May. Until 16 May, audiences will be able to enjoy a wide-ranging programme of Basque, Spanish and international films. The festival opens with a screening of the Spanish flick La casa en el árbol, directed by Luis Calderón and shot on location in Bizkaia:…

While global business travel is continuing at a steady pace into 2026, it is doing it with “significantly more caution, less confidence and more operational complexity,” than at the beginning of the year. Organizations are still pressing forward with trips, spending and meetings, yet are doing so amid escalating conflicts, higher costs and growing disruption. The shift can be seen across regions but is most pronounced in Europe, where industry pessimism now outweighs optimism as broader geopolitical conflicts are increasingly shaping travel routes, safety considerations, and meetings decisions worldwide. In parallel, the travel manager role is increasingly strategic, including leveraging AI as a key enabler of smarter decisions and stronger organizational impact. These findings were reported the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) in its April business travel industry sentiment poll and reflects perspectives from more than 500 corporate travel managers, travel suppliers and intermediarires worldwide. The results broadly show…

Arsenal have hit the buffers over the past month but they have an excellent chance to restore their three-point advantage at the top of the Premier League tomorrow. The Gunners went into the March international break having lost the EFL Cup final to Manchester City but still holding a nine-point lead over Pep Guardiola’s side in the title race. Since then, they have crashed out of the FA Cup to Championship side Southampton – who face City at Wembley in the semi-finals tomorrow – and seen their advantage in the top flight evaporate. City’s nervy win at Burnley in midweek…

While many Canadians are still hitting pause on U.S. travel plans, Las Vegas and hotel partners from the destination are actively making it clear that they want and miss visitors from Canada. “You do have a lot of friends in Las Vegas, and you are welcome. I think it’s very important to make sure Canadians feel welcome,” shared Derek Stevens, the owner & CEO of Circa Resort & Casino, The Golden Gate and The D, taking the stage last night in Toronto during the final stop of the LVCVA Eastern Canada Sales Mission. “If I can do one thing today,…

Jamie Lynn Sigler is reflecting on the last moment she shared with actor James Gandolfini, highlighting their close bond. The two worked together on “The Sopranos” for the show’s entire run, portraying father and daughter Tony and Meadow Soprano. She also spoke about how her on-screen father supported her throughout her battle with multiple sclerosis (MS), recalling his kindness, encouragement, and the lasting impact he had on her both during and after their time on the series. In an interview for a cover story with Us Weekly, Jamie Lynn Sigler recalled the last time she saw her on-screen father, James…

The European Travel Commission (ETC) is reporting the Europeans’ intention to travel in spring and summer 2026 has reached its highest level since 2020, signalling strong resilience of the tourism sector despite ongoing economic and geopolitical pressures. In its latest Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel, 82% of Europeans plan to travel between April and September 2026, up significantly (+10%) compared to last year. Younger Europeans are playing a key role in driving this growth. Travel intentions among 18 to 34-year-olds have increased markedly, recording the strongest year-on-year rises across all age groups (+21% among 18–24s and +16% among 25–34s). Yet while travel…

There’s no doubt about it, Canadians agree that adventure travel today is about discovery, not adrenaline. A new survey from Flight Centre Canada — conducted by YouGov — reveals that 78% of Canadians hold this view, while 91% say a trip can feel adventurous without any thrill-seeking at all. Anita Emilio, executive vice president for Flight Centre Canada, observed that: “Five or ten years ago, adventure meant pushing your limits physically. Now, it’s about stepping into the unknown — intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. Canadians are choosing places that are not just farther away but also feel different because that’s what makes a…

Cuban tourism officials are inviting those in this country’s travel agency community to participate in Cuba’s annual tourism show of FITCuba, which Cuban tourism officials have this year reshaped as the country works to attract visitors in the wake of fuel shortages that led most Canadian tour operators to suspend their Cuba programs earlier this year. Cuban tourism authorities report that May 7 and 8 will enable agents to participate for free in what it states will be a “dynamic virtual platform exclusive B2B sessions,” while the following day will see Canadians in Varedero invited to join in an in-person celebration…

Ben and Guy break down the latest on the U.S.-Iran war, the surprise ouster of Navy Secretary John Phelan, and whether Pentagon bureaucracy could derail the ambitious Golden Dome missile shield. Then, Rob DeMillo, CEO of the company Sophia Space, joins the show to talk about orbital compute and the possibility of data centers in space. Plus, the “Threat of the Week.”

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has made it clear to Dani Ceballos that he is not part of his plans for the final six games of the season, as they seek to hold onto slim title hopes. The 29-year-old midfielder has been left out of Real Madrid’s squad to face Real Betis on Friday night, as they attempt to cut the gap to Barcelona back down to six points.Ceballos, who grew up near Seville and came through the academy at Real Betis, has frequently flirted with a return to Los Verdiblancos. Potentially in his final season with Real Madrid, and…