Sony’s It Ends with Us is a textbook example of counter-programming done well, and resounding proof — if any was ever needed — of the power of smart marketing. The romantic drama continued its excellent run at the global box office as it entered its third week of release, and inched closer to an important milestone. This weekend, the movie …
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‘Alien Romulus’ Global Box Office Passes Ridley Scott & James Cameron’s Franchise Entries
Call it a sequel, a prequel, a reboot, or even an “interquel;” it’s up in the air. But you can definitely call it a hit. Despite suffering a hefty drop in its second weekend of release domestically, Alien: Romuluspassed an important global box office milestone. Directed by Fede Álvarez, the movie serves as a sequel to Ridley Scott’s seminal original …
Read More »‘Deadpool & Wolverine’s Global Box Office Haul Is About To Destroy ‘Iron Man 3’s Record
After having broken numerous box office records in its month-long run in theaters, Deadpool & Wolverine rose further up the global rankings this weekend. The blockbuster film is about to overtake Iron Man 3 to become the seventh-biggest superhero movie of all time, as it reclaimed its number one position from Alien: Romulus. Domestically, Deadpool & Wolverine has topped the …
Read More »New York students rise to task of being ‘PGA for a Day’ — Global Issues
This marks just one of many meetings the two young New Yorkers took, as part of the long to-do list that constitutes the Assembly President’s day. The concept of being PGA for a Day is simple: two students from the public school system come to UN Headquarters to shadow President Francis in his role as leader of the General Assembly. …
Read More »Displaced Palestinian Families Struggle to Access Basic Services — Global Issues
Palestinians living in Gaza struggle to access humanitarian aid. Credit: United Nations by Oritro Karim (united nations) Saturday, August 24, 2024 Inter Press Service UNITED NATIONS, Aug 24 (IPS) – The latest Israeli evacuation order on August 17 led to the displacement of over 13,000 individuals, Secretary-General Stéphane Dujarric told a press conference at the UN headquarters. The briefing held on October …
Read More »Every Global Franchise of Drag Race, Ranked
RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars is about to change the world as 12 international queens representing twelve out of the fifteen international franchises of Drag Race are coming together to fight for a prestigious title. They will also win a cash prize and a spot in the International Pavilion in the Drag Race Hall of Fame. Since the show …
Read More »Uganda Smallholders Grapple With EU Regulations on Coffee Farms — Global Issues
Peter Kibeti with an Arabica coffee plant on his farm in Bududa. Farmers are having to comply with EU regulations on deforestation and child labor if they are to continue to trade with this valuable market. Credit:Wambi Michael/IPS by Wambi Michael (kigali) Friday, August 23, 2024 Inter Press Service KIGALI, Aug 23 (IPS) – In Kubewo village in eastern Uganda, children …
Read More »In Samoa, Protecting the Ocean is Our Way of Life — Global Issues
Opinion by Cedric Schuster (apia, republic of samoa) Friday, August 23, 2024 Inter Press Service APIA, Republic of Samoa, Aug 23 (IPS) – In Samoa, we use a simple phrase to capture our way of life: Fa’asamoa. At the core of this concept is respect for others, devotion to family and a deep appreciation for the preservation of our natural resources. …
Read More »Conditions In Zimbabwe Worsen From El Niño Drought — Global Issues
by Oritro Karim (united nations) Friday, August 23, 2024 Inter Press Service UNITED NATIONS, Aug 23 (IPS) – On August 7th, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General Farhan Haq spoke at a press briefing at the United Nations Headquarters, detailing the high levels of food insecurity and socioeconomic distress in Zimbabwe as a result of the El Niño drought that continues to …
Read More »Naturalizer Takes Inclusivity to New Heights with Global Ambassador Collective and Innovative Fit Technology
Naturalizer, the iconic brand renowned for its commitment to comfort and style, is making waves with its latest announcement. This August, they are unveiling a groundbreaking initiative: the Global Inclusivity Ambassador Collective. At the forefront of this collective are Deepica Mutyala and Lauren Chan, two influential voices who are set to champion a more inclusive fashion narrative. Naturalizer has been …
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