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From Prank King to Victim: Ben Phillips Reveals Terrifying Gunpoint Ordeal During £1.4M Cannes Villa Heist

Welsh influencer Ben Phillips survived a near-fatal armed robbery during a £1.4 million villa heist in Cannes, losing valuables worth up to £500,000.

International Business Times UK

YouTuber Ben Phillips reports gunpoint robbery as French police arrest five suspects

YouTuber Ben Phillips narrowly escaped a terrifying ordeal in Cannes, France, when armed robbers stormed his luxury villa. The intruders, who allegedly demanded money and a safe, stole valuables worth approximately £1.4 million. Phillips recounted how a gun jammed when pointed at him, allowing his escape. French authorities have since…

The Times of India

Has Jennifer Lopez Moved On From Ben Affleck? J.Lo Shuts Down Interrogation Over Brett Goldstein Romance

Jennifer Lopez dismisses dating rumours with Brett Goldstein during a live TV interview, amidst ongoing speculation about her split from Ben Affleck and the release of her film 'Office Romance'.

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Sound of the silver screen: meet the man getting film music made

Film music helps create the magic of cinema. But who works on this key creative process behind the scenes? French film music supervisor Pierre-Marie Dru tells RFI what it takes to match movies with the perfect soundtrack.

Radio France Internationale

‘Human creativity is under fire’ says WPP's Rob Reilly

At Cannes Lions, creativity is now seen as a key driver of growth, but leaders are struggling to protect it as idea production becomes cheaper and more automated

Fortune

DAMAC Digital reaches 6,000MW planned IT capacity landbank across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

CANNES, France and DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DAMAC Digital, a global digital infrastructure provider owned by DAMAC Group, has announced that its planned IT capacity landbank has reached 6,000MW across 13 countries and a planned portfolio of 35+ sites. The company is on a trajectory of global…

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Cinema should be 'a place for everyone': Cannes rising star Anna Cazenave Cambet

French director Anna Cazenave Cambet first came to Cannes in 2016 as a student with a short film called Gabber Lover, which won the Queer Palm award. With two feature films under her belt, she returned to the Croisette in 2026 as one of the "10 to Watch" rising French…

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Palme d’Or winner Cristian Mungiu on the film that conquered Cannes

Nearly 20 years after his first Palme d’Or, Romanian auteur Cristian Mungiu once again takes the festival's top prize for “Fjord” – a film exploring the tensions between religious conservatism and social liberalism. It stars “Marvel” actor Sebastian Stan and Norwegian actress Renate Reinsve as parents accused of domestic abuse.…

France 24

Renate Reinsve Flaunts the Cannes Dress Code in a Very Naked Louis Vuitton Gown and Sequin Pants

Rules are made to be broken.

Marie Claire

The week in pictures: Ebola outbreak in Africa, Putin in China and Cannes Film Festival mermaids

The Ebola outbreak spreads in Democratic Republic of Congo, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Japanese actress Arisa Sasaki dresses as a mermaid for the Cannes Film Festival and Gaza flotilla activists are humiliated by Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir. Here is…

France 24

Cannes Film Festival 2026: A look inside Alia Bhatt’s lavish stay at Hotel Martinez and how much it costs per night

Hotel Martinez, a historic Art Deco landmark on Cannes' Boulevard de la Croisette, has become a celebrity hotspot during the film festival. This iconic luxury property, known for its Riviera style and Mediterranean views, hosts stars and events, with room rates soaring to lakhs per night during the festival season.

The Economic Times

‘We’re expanding the cinematic toolbox’: AI fault lines on show at Cannes

Darren Aronofsky among proponents of using technology, while Guillermo del Toro says he would ‘rather die’

The Guardian - UK

Scottish filmmakers 'turn heads' and steal the spotlight at Cannes Film Festival

AS THE world’s biggest names in the film industry flocked to the Cannes Film Festival, it was some of Scotland’s best talent that stole the…

The National (Scotland)

Romanian director wins Palme d'Or at emotional Cannes ceremony

The 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival came to a close on Saturday evening, with the coveted Palme d’Or for best film going to family drama Fjord by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu. He called on filmmakers to set the example by promoting tolerance.

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'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

The Norway-set drama "Fjord" by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu was awarded the Palme d'Or at the closing ceremony of the 79th Cannes Film Festival as critics hailed a strong field of contenders directed by auteurs from Russia, Iran, Japan and beyond.

International Business Times UK

Unrecognisable John Travolta Ridiculed for New Look But Heartbreaking Reason Behind It Revealed

John Travolta's beret-and-moustache makeover at Cannes drew ridicule and praise in equal measure, but those close to him say it reflects a deeper attempt to reclaim his life after years of grief.

Digital Camera World

Ron Howard's new documentary movie, Avedon, reminds us why the greatest photographer of the 20th century didn't care what camera he used

Premiering at Cannes this week, the film shows us how the greatest images come from reading people, not mastering f-stops

Bangkok Post

Russian war drama among favourites for top Cannes prize

CANNES, France - A tense family drama set against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is among the favourites for top prize at the Cannes Film Festival, which will be awarded at a star-packed ceremony on Saturday after two weeks of parties and premieres.

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Who will win the Palme d'Or? Cannes highlights as festival wraps up

The Cannes Film Festival wraps up Saturday with its traditional awards ceremony after two action-packed weeks of world premieres, star-studded red carpets, parties and fashion shows. Here's a look back on some of the festival's highlights.

France 24

Demi Moore, Bella Hadid and Colman Domingo lead Cannes fashion highlights

From giant pink bows to dramatic Valentino capes, the Cannes red carpet delivered plenty of standout style moments this year. Demi Moore dominated the Croisette with elegant jury looks, while Bella Hadid paid tribute to Jane Birkin in a vintage-inspired Schiaparelli gown. For the men, Colman Domingo stole the spotlight…

France 24

Andy Garcia's emotional Cannes premiere and Renate Reinsve dazzles in 'Fjord'

As the final features competing for the Palme d'Or hit the big screen in Cannes, Eve Jackson takes us through her highlights of the 79th film festival. She tells us why "Fjord", a powerful drama from Cristian Mungiu starring Renate Reinsve and Sebastian Stan, packs a psychological punch and flags…

International Business Times UK

Izabel Goulart Shock: Unrecognisable Victoria's Secret Model Sparks Plastic Surgery Speculation At Cannes

Izabel Goulart sparked online speculation at the Cannes Film Festival over possible cosmetic procedures, fueling debate about ageing and beauty standards in fashion.

Salon

Trump Exhaustion Syndrome is spreading

At the Cannes Film Festival, international attendees mourn the decline of American culture — and democracy

France 24

Cannes, Canal+, Bolloré, blacklists: Is France's cultural diversity under threat?

Is France's cultural diversity under threat? As the UN celebrates cultural diversity, and as the Cannes Film Festival weathers a fight over a possible blacklist at film producer Canal+, we take a look at what happened in Cannes. We dive into the concerns over the conservative billionaire Vincent Bolloré's influence…

The Independent UK

The Cannes Film Festival away from the carpet, in photos

The Palais des Festival is the center hub of the Cannes Film Festival but is far from the festival’s only stage.

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