Topic: role

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World

What role does the military play in Israeli schools?

For Israeli teenagers, military life ordinarily kicks off in school.

23 Oct 2026, 10:05 UTC

Politics

Will ICE agents play a role in the 2026 US midterm elections?

Rights groups are worried the agency at the heart of Trump's immigration crackdown could sway the vote on election day.

23 Oct 2026, 01:49 UTC

Entertainment

Jane Krakowski to Reprise ‘Oh, Mary!’ Role on London’s West End

Jane Krakowski is heading across the pond to reprise the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in “Oh, Mary!” The Tony and Olivier winner will be back in Mary’s petticoats starting Dec. 7 at London’s Trafalgar Theatre, with her six-week run ending Jan. 16. Krakowski previously played the role on Broadway for a total of 12 […]

22 Oct 2026, 12:15 UTC

World

Tehran rejects any role in plot to kill leaders of German Jewish groups

Tehran summons German envoy after two men convicted of trying to kill leaders of Jewish groups, rejects any role.

19 Oct 2026, 23:56 UTC

Entertainment

Role Model Shouts Out Jake Shane and Renee Rapp, Channels Chuck Timely on Final North American Tour Date: Concert Report

Without stretching the metaphor too far, Chuck Timely’s hourglass was closer to running out than he might have thought: While the second of two Los Angeles dates of Role Model’s “Chuck on Tour” jaunt in support of his third studio album — titled (naturally enough) “Chuck Timely & the Hourglass” — was scheduled to be […]

19 Oct 2026, 21:45 UTC

Entertainment

Gwyneth Paltrow Sets First Lead TV Role in A24 Drama ‘The Apology’ at Netflix

Gwyneth Paltrow has taken her first-ever lead television role in an upcoming A24 drama series titled “The Apology,” which has landed a two-season order at Netflix. The Oscar winner will play Evelyn Amspoker, whose son was murdered 18 years ago in a cold case that gripped the nation. “When a stranger suddenly appears and confesses, […]

19 Oct 2026, 19:44 UTC

Entertainment

Danny Trejo Speaks Out About His Role in Daily Wire ‘Pawn Shop’ Movie: ‘I Am Not Pro-ICE. I Am Pro-Immigrant.’

Danny Trejo has issued his first statement since facing backlash for starring in the pro-ICE Daily Wire movie “Pawn Shop” from Ben Shapiro’s production company. “I am a proud Mexican who has always been and will always be a supporter of my community. I am also obviously pro-immigrant. I am not pro-ICE,” the “Spy Kids” […]

10 Oct 2026, 02:07 UTC

Entertainment

Suffragette role 'a gift' says Beverley Knight

The Wolverhampton-born singer stars as suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst in Sylvia the musical.

8 Oct 2026, 07:00 UTC

Sports

Humble Gilmour happy with new role as 50th cap beckons

Billy Gilmour is excited by the prospect of earning a 50th Scotland cap after a key role in Sebastien Pocognoli's first win as national head coach.

5 Oct 2026, 21:36 UTC

World

Can AI play a role in reducing inequality?

In the debate about how best to regulate artificial intelligence, what about its role in development and aid? Warnings about the potential for exacerbating inequality are rife – but the World Bank argues that the technology could be harnessed for good.

2 Oct 2026, 09:41 UTC

Entertainment

Florence Pugh Credits Tom Holland for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Role: ‘This All Happened Because of Tom’

Florence Pugh appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” Monday night and revealed that fans of her Marvel character, Yelena Belova, really have Tom Holland to thank for her appearance in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” “This all happened because of Tom,” said Pugh. “Years ago, when I just started my relationship with Marvel and […]

30 Sept 2026, 06:46 UTC

World

Iran downplays possible role in Houthis’ recent Yemen victories

Iran has long been accused of links with the Houthis in Yemen, but how far do these links go?

29 Sept 2026, 13:39 UTC

World

‘No role for UNRWA in Gaza’: Does the Board of Peace toe Israeli lines?

Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza, aligning with repeated Israeli calls to sideline the refugee aid agency.

27 Sept 2026, 12:03 UTC

Sports

Pochettino regrets limited role in Balogun red card decision at World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino says controversial Folarin Balogun appeal 'changed the energy' around US team at World Cup 2026.

26 Sept 2026, 09:11 UTC

Travel

Permission to Exist: Rethinking the Role of the Industry

Travel companies are trying to turn loyalty programs into a membership. Chenault built the model they’re copying.

25 Sept 2026, 17:26 UTC

Politics

Canada seeks new role in global economy

As trade ties with the US continue to fray, Canada is seeking a new role and new partners in the increasingly fragmented global economy. Prime Minister Mark Carney has been courting more foreign investment as well as closer ties with the European Union and Asian economies.

25 Sept 2026, 07:54 UTC