Palestinians in Gaza are calling for urgent international intervention as starvation tightens its grip on the besieged enclave. Gaza’s Health Ministry reported nine new deaths from malnutrition within 24 hours on Friday, bringing the death toll from hunger-related causes to at least 122 since Israel's war on Gaza began in October 2023. At least 83 of those are children. We urgently demand an immediate end to the famine, the opening of all crossings, and the entry of infant formula now, along with 500 aid trucks and 50 fuel trucks daily, …
Veteran manga creator Kia Asamiya was honored with the Inkpot Award at San Diego Comic-Con International on Thursday, marking his second major award in as many days. The surprise award was presented during Asamiya’s retrospective panel, “Kia Asamiya: 40 Years of Imagination and Visions.” In a light-hearted moment during his acceptance speech, Asamiya quipped, “Since this is my second award in two days, I must be dying tomorrow,” drawing laughter from the crowd. Just one day earlier, Asamiya was named Best Artist at the Japan Science Ficti…
Benedict Cumberbatch criticizes Hollywood’s wastefulness, revealing the extreme eating demands for his role in Doctor Strange and calling for more sustainable practices in filmmaking. Speaking on the Ruthie’s Table 4 podcast, the Oscar-nominated actor opened up about the massive quantities of food he was required to consume during filming. He sometimes ate five full meals a day, along with high-protein snacks like almonds, cheese, and boiled eggs. “It’s horrific, eating beyond your appetite,” he said. “Going back to responsibility and resou…
At least 67 Palestinians were killed on Sunday after Israeli forces opened fire near a U.N. aid convoy in northern Gaza, according to the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry. The incident, one of the deadliest involving aid seekers in the 21-month-long war, took place near the Zikim crossing as a 25-truck convoy from the U.N. World Food Programme (WFP) entered Gaza. The WFP said its convoy encountered massive crowds of hungry civilians which came under gunfire shortly after crossing from Israel. The agency condemned the violence, calling …
Mikel Arteta has defended Arsenal's handling of Thomas Partey, saying the club 100% followed proper protocol after the midfielder was charged with rape and sexual assault. Partey officially left Arsenal earlier this month when his contract expired. Just four days later, he was charged by the Crown Prosecution Service in relation to allegations involving three women between 2021 and 2022. Partey denies all charges. The Ghana international was first arrested on suspicion of rape in July 2022, which triggered a lengthy investigation by the M…
Manchester United CEO, Omar Berrada, is facing a tough transfer market as high spending and financial constraints collide. Manchester United’s new chief executive, Omar Berrada, is quickly learning that rebuilding a fallen giant in modern football is no easy task. After his high-profile switch from Manchester City, Berrada was expected to lead United into a new era of smart, strategic planning. But early transfer dealings have revealed just how difficult that mission will be. Working alongside director of football, Jason Wilcox, Berrada has …
A chaotic scene unfolded in Los Angeles as a vehicle plowed into a crowd outside a nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard, injuring at least 30 people. Seven are in critical condition. The driver, who was shot, is hospitalized. Investigation ongoing. A vehicle plowed into a crowd of people waiting outside a nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, early Saturday morning, leaving 30 people injured, with seven in critical condition, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. l…
Despite war and devastation, hundreds of Palestinian students in Gaza are sitting for their final high school exams. For the first time since Israel’s war on Gaza began in October 2023, hundreds of Palestinian students are sitting for their final secondary school exams despite the devastation of Gaza’s education system and the continued bombardment. Organized by Gaza’s Ministry of Education, the exam marks a crucial opportunity for approximately 1,500 students to complete their high school education and pursue university admission. It is the…
Netflix has confirmed its first on-screen use of generative AI in a series, employing the technology to produce a complex visual effect in the upcoming Argentine show, El Eternauta . Netflix has officially ventured into generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) for content creation, marking a significant shift in how visual effects might be handled in future productions. According to co-CEO Ted Sarandos, the company used GenAI to produce a building collapse scene in the Argentine science fiction series, El Eternauta , making it the first N…
Veteran MP Diane Abbott has been suspended from the Labour Party for a second time following renewed controversy over comments on racism during a recent BBC interview. Labour MP Diane Abbott has been suspended from the party for the second time, following remarks made during a BBC Radio 4 interview in which she reiterated earlier views on racism. A spokesperson for the Labour Party confirmed: Diane Abbott has been administratively suspended from the Labour Party, pending an investigation. We cannot comment further while this investigation is …
Financial security remains one of life's most essential goals. Yet for many young people, retirement is often treated as a distant thought and something to worry about later, while everyday expenses and short-term ambitions take precedence. Smart money habits lay the groundwork for lasting financial growth, built step by step through consistent action and wise decisions. Life is full of ambitions. Buying a car, owning a home, starting a family, or even paying off debts. In the middle of chasing these dreams, saving for the future often fee…
The popular gods and goddesses from Greek mythology are such as the lightning god, Zeus, Poseidon the god of the sea, Hades the ruler of the underworld, Athena the goddess of wisdom and craft, among many others. Greek Mythological gods and goddesses are so popular that they can be named without much thinking, and are easily identified from their sculptures and impressions. Poseidon is pictured as a man holding a pitchfork or trident, and Zeus, holding a lightning bolt. Regardless of the popularity of some of these Greek gods and goddesses, the…
People have always turned away from discussing mental health issues, which creates a culture where many feel isolated and ashamed of their struggles. The Scandinavians have a different approach to this, a culture we should adopt in our communities for better qualities of life and health. Mental health was never talked about in my family while growing up. If we showed a little sign of unhappiness, we would be reminded that there are homeless children who didn't have what we had, a nd we should be grateful for the opportunity. The focus wa…
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