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Introduction to the Screen Summit Liza Marshall, the British producer of Chloe Zhao’s award-winning film Hamnet, starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, will be joining the Screen Summit, taking place on September 30th at the BFI Southbank. Marshall has just returned from the Toronto International Film Festival, where Hamnet won the prestigious TIFF People’s Choice Award, catapulting the film into this year’s award season. The Film Hamnet Based on the novel by Maggie O’Farrell, Hamnet follows Agnes and William Shakespeare as they mourn the loss of their son. The drama premiered in Telluride and will be released in the USA…
Introduction to Bella Ciao "Bella Ciao" – meaning "goodbye beautiful" in Italian – is a song that has come to symbolize resistance against oppression. The song’s origins are complex, with different stories surrounding its creation. Despite its unclear beginnings, "Bella Ciao" has become a global melody of resistance, used by groups of all stripes as an anthem. Different Stories of Origin The most widespread version of "Bella Ciao" tells the story of a partisan with non-specified political tendencies who dies fighting for freedom and asks to be buried "in the shade of a beautiful flower". However, some historians attribute the…
Food Prices Drop in Brazil Customers in a supermarket in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, are experiencing a pleasant surprise with the recent price changes. They are now paying significantly less for essential items like coffee and meat. This trend is not limited to a specific store or location, as a recent survey by the Brazilian Department of Statistics and Socio-Economic Studies (Dieese) has confirmed that food prices in August will be cheaper compared to July in the 27 regional state capitals of Brazil. Customs and Agricultural Cycles The decline in prices can be attributed to natural cycles typical of agriculture,…
Introduction to Interest Rate Reduction The loan costs in the United Arab Emirates are expected to decrease due to the central bank’s decision to lower its interest rates. This move follows the US Federal Reserve’s reduction of its interest rates by 25 basis points. Central Bank’s Decision The Central Bank of the UAE reduced the overnight deposit facility rate from 4.4 percent to 4.15 percent. This decision marks the first policy shift of the year and is a response to the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut. The UAE follows the US monetary policy since the Dirham is pegged to…
ABC’s Decision to Remove Jimmy Kimmel Live! ABC’s decision to remove "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" from the air for an indefinite period has sent shock waves through the media industry and the political world. The move has been criticized by commentators as censorship, with many expressing their outrage and disappointment on social media. Background of the Decision The decision to remove Jimmy Kimmel Live! from the air came after Nexstar Media, one of the largest owners of television stations in the USA, threatened to prevent the program’s broadcast due to Kimmel’s comments on Kirk. Nexstar’s decision was seen as a direct…
Frustration and Anger in Marriage A woman from Canada wrote to express her frustration with her husband’s behavior around her menstrual cycle. She stated that whenever her cycle is approaching, her husband becomes angry and panicked if they are not intimate, despite her not feeling well. He travels for work and is only home four nights a week, and if they cannot be intimate, he pouts and gets angry. Ignoring Feelings and Being Selfish The woman feels that her husband is ignoring her feelings and prioritizing his own desires. He claims that she has "no time for him," but she…
Introduction to the Penzance School of Art The Penzance School of Art, a historic building connected to renowned artists such as Barbara Hepworth, Peter Lanyon, and potters Bernard and David Leach, is up for sale. Unless £500,000 is raised to purchase the building, it will be sold. The Penwith College has decided to sell the school after moving its art facilities to the main campus. The Significance of the School The Penzance School of Art was built in 1880 and is listed as a Grade II building by Historic England. It has a rich heritage, with many famous artists having…
Introduction to Jaden Smith’s New Role Jaden Smith, the unmistakable artist and style icon, was appointed men’s creative director for the luxury brand Christian Louboutin and reports reportedly to Paris. The news, which was confirmed by Smith and Louboutin, sees the 27-year-old as the creative helm for shoes, leather goods, and accessories. Responsibilities and Expectations While the founder of the Red Soole brand will maintain his supervision of his men’s department, Smith’s extensive task will also include the development of innovative campaigns, events, and immersive brand experiences. His first designs will be anticipated in Paris in January during the men’s…
Introduction to Chimpanzees’ Drinking Habits Chimpanzees consume the equivalent of two human alcoholic beverages every day, thanks to their preference for mature fruit. Wild chimpanzees regularly eat about 10% of their body weight in mature fruits every day, and since the fruits often undergo natural fermentation – the process that turns sugar into alcohol – this means that the monkeys consume the human equivalent from two cocktails every day. Research on Chimpanzees’ Alcohol Consumption A team from the University of California, Berkeley, measured the alcohol content of the fermented tire fruits that were regularly consumed by chimpanzees at two locations…
Sinclair Takes a Stand Against Jimmy Kimmel The media conglomerate Sinclair has announced that it will be replacing "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in its Friday time slot with a Charlie Kirk Tribute Special on its ABC-affiliate stations. This decision comes after Kimmel made comments about Kirk on his late-night show, which Sinclair deemed "inappropriate and deeply insensitive." The company will also be offering the special to all other ABC stations across the country. Background on the Controversy Sinclair, one of the largest TV channel operators in the United States, has a reputation for having a politically conservative tendency. The company’s announcement…