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Introduction to the Prison Economy Crime cannot pay, but prison does. A parallel economy thrives behind the closed doors and razor wire. Governments worldwide spend hundreds of billions every year to keep more than 11.5 million people behind bars – mainly men. The exact global costs are unclear, but in the United States alone, the prison budget is $80.7 billion per year, compared to Brazil with around $4 billion. With the fourth largest prison population in the world, India spends almost $1 billion. The Cost of Incarceration Private companies now benefit from detention in many countries, from building cells to…
This Week’s News This week was filled with significant events that caught the attention of people around the world. Prince Harry met his father, the King, for the first time in more than a year, marking a notable moment in the royal family. Additionally, Pope Leo canonized the first millennial saint, a historic event for the Catholic Church. The world also witnessed a rare celestial event, as large parts of the world were bathed in the glow of a blood moon. Staying Informed But how much attention did you pay to what has happened in the world in the past…
Introduction to Domenico Tedesco’s Appointment Domenico Tedesco was appointed as a replacement by Jose Mourinho in Fenerbahce. This move marks a significant change in the team’s leadership, as Tedesco joins the ranks of German trainers who have made the move to Turkey. German Trainers in Turkey Tedesco is not the first German trainer to move to Turkey, as several others have made this transition in the past. The success of these trainers has varied, with some achieving great things and others struggling to make an impact. Success Stories Some German trainers have found great success in Turkey, leading their teams…
Introduction to a Controversial Documentary A documentary about the mission of a retired Israeli general to save his family during the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, has become a continuing controversy for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The documentary, directed by Barry Avrich, is set to receive a US public publication. Premiere and Protests The feature was premiered in Toronto on Wednesday evening, where it was met with protests before the demonstration by the Roy Thomson Hall. Despite the controversy, the film is moving forward with its release. Forston Consulting is distributing the film in the USA, and…
Introduction to the Toronto Cinematic Festival The city of Toronto has been hosting its annual Cinematic Festival since the eighth of this month, marking a milestone of 50 years. This festival has created an atmosphere of euphoria, not only due to its long life but also because of its success in showcasing a large group of films. Important Incentives for Arabic Cinema The Arabic cinema takes advantage of the fact that the decisions of the Canadian festival are not based on strict artistic criteria. This provides an opportunity for Arabic films to be showcased, as they have a great chance…
Introduction to the iPhone Air Apple CEO Tim Cook seemed to channel the predecessor and the design genius Steve Jobs on Tuesday when it contained the iPhone Air, the slimest handset of the company so far and the greatest change in eight years as a lead fans and analysts as stagnation. Cook started the company’s annual product introduction in its headquarters of Cupertino, California, with a job quote: "For us, the design goes beyond how something looks or feels. Design is also how it works." Design and Features In its 5.6 mm (0.22 inch) lime frame, thinner than the S25…
NHS Waiting Lists Rise for Second Month in a Row The doctors say that the NHS has difficulty satisfying demand in England, since new data show the waiting list for routine treatment in the second month in a row. Waiting List Increases An estimated 7.4m planned procedures were waiting to be carried out in July, up 34,000 on the previous month and the highest level since March. NHS England said many more patients were coming forward for treatment and a doctors’ strike in July left 50,000 appointments cancelled. System Under Severe Strain The Royal College of Surgeons said the system…
Introduction to the Article The provided text appears to be a collection of HTML tags and metadata related to an article about Stephen Colbert denouncing political violence following the murder of Charlie Kirk. Article Content Stephen Colbert recently addressed the issue of political violence, condemning it in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder. Colbert expressed his deep concern and disappointment, stating, “Political Violence only leads to more political violence. I pray with all my heart that this is… not a sign of things to come.” His statement reflects the growing concern about the escalation of political violence and its potential…
Introduction to New York Fashion Week It is a three-stage approach in which the participating brands are supplied with event locations in several formats. Eight brands have unique venues. Another four will change through a joint show space in West Chelsea during the week, while around 20 designers take part in an exhibition room. Participating Brands The eight brands with their own event locations are Brandon Maxwell, Simkhai, Forne, Off-White, Sergio Hudson, Tibi, Altuzzara, and Kallmeyer. The four that share at the ‘Boutique event’ are Kate Barton, Advisry, Aknvas, and Zankov. Event Locations All venues will fall on a radius…
Sabrina Carpenter’s Powerful Performance Sabrina Carpenter used her debut performance of her song "Tears" during the MTV Video Music Awards 2025 to represent transgender rights on Sunday evening. The optimistic performance took place on an outdoor set that resembled the streets of the 1990s in New York City. A Star-Studded Performance She was accompanied by Drag Queens Honey Balenciaga, Sime, Dashaun Wesley, Richie Shazam, Juwelen, Lexi Love, Jonte ‘moan and Denali, when she was inspired by the music video of the song, in which Colman Domingo was dressed in Drag. In addition, she was accompanied by dancers in retro outfits…