Author: Nicole Roney

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival has announced the full competition jury for this year’s event, with acclaimed filmmaker Greta Gerwig set to lead the panel. Gerwig will be joined by an international lineup of industry professionals including Lily Gladstone, Eva Green, Omar Sy, Ebru Ceylan, Nadine Labaki, Juan Antonio Bayona, Pierfrancesco Favino, and Kore-eda Hirokazu. The competition lineup is already generating buzz, with a diverse selection of films set to premiere at the festival. Among the highly anticipated entries are “All We Imagine as Light,” “The Apprentice,” “Bird,” “Emilia Perez,” and “Grand Tour.” In an exciting development, three more films…

Holdenville, Oklahoma – The town of Holdenville, Oklahoma is reeling from a devastating tornado that ripped through the area, claiming the lives of two people, including a 4-month-old baby. The tornado struck on Tuesday, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The Hughes County Emergency Management confirmed the tragic deaths, leaving the community in shock and mourning. Residents have described the tornado as a scary and devastating event, with one person stating, “I couldn’t imagine something like that happening to me, let alone anybody else.” The search for the missing infant lasted for hours before the heartbreaking discovery was…

In the past decade, a groundbreaking hepatitis C treatment has revolutionized healthcare worldwide. Since its debut by Gilead, new therapies have been utilized to cure millions of individuals across the globe. However, while countries like Egypt, Canada, and Australia are making strides towards eliminating hepatitis C through national screening and treatment campaigns, the United States is falling behind. Hepatitis C is a virus that is primarily spread through blood contact, including IV drug use. It can lead to liver inflammation and, often, symptoms do not appear for years. Many Americans who are infected with the virus are unaware of their…

Hamas and Israel are currently in the midst of tense negotiations following Israel’s proposal to exchange hostages. Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, is set to respond to Israel’s demand for the release of 33 hostages within the next 48 hours. However, Hamas claims to only have 20 hostages in their possession, leading to a potential standoff between the two sides. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened a ground intervention in Rafah if the hostages are not released promptly. This has caused alarm among civilians as armored vehicles have been seen near Rafah, raising concerns about potential civilian casualties. In…

Portuguese President Advocates for Compensation to Former Colonies Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has called for Lisbon to compensate its former colonies, including canceling debt, in a move to address the country’s difficult colonial past. However, the government has denied plans for reparations for trans-Atlantic slavery and colonialism. Despite not taking specific actions for paying reparations, Portugal is focused on deepening relations, historical truth, and close cooperation with its former colonies. The colonial era lasted over five centuries, with decolonization occurring in 1974. President de Sousa has suggested various ways to pay reparations, such as canceling debt or providing…

Popular Iraqi influencer Ghufran Sawadi, better known as Om Fahad on TikTok, was tragically shot dead by an unknown assailant on a motorbike outside her home in Baghdad. The news of her untimely death has shocked and saddened her thousands of followers who admired her daily routines, dance videos, and elegant fashion choices on the popular social media platform. The Iraqi interior ministry has confirmed Sawadi’s death and has assembled a specialized team to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. This comes after Sawadi had previously been sentenced to six months in prison last year for posting videos that…

Anglo American Rejects BHP Group’s Takeover Bid Mining giant Anglo American has recently made headlines after rejecting a takeover bid from rival company BHP Group. The all-share offer, valued at a staggering £31.1 billion, aimed to create the world’s largest mining company. However, Anglo American’s board members unanimously voted against the proposal, deeming it as “opportunistic” and undervaluing the company and its future prospects. One of the major reasons cited for the rejection was the requirement for Anglo American to demerge its shareholdings in Anglo American Platinum Limited and Kumba Iron Ore Limited. Chairman Stuart Chambers described this as “highly…

Reggie Bush Reinstated as 2005 Heisman Trophy Winner In a surprising turn of events, Reggie Bush has been reinstated as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner after the Heisman Trust acknowledged changes in college athletics that now allow players to profit from their work. This decision comes after Bush voluntarily gave up his Heisman in 2010 following an NCAA investigation that revealed he had received impermissible benefits during his time with USC. The Heisman Trust not only returned the trophy to Bush but also extended an invitation for him to attend future Heisman ceremonies. With this reinstatement, USC now boasts a…

The highly anticipated 2024 NFL Draft is just around the corner, with USC quarterback Caleb Williams predicted to be the top pick. The Chicago Bears hold the first pick and are likely to select Williams, who is considered one of the most promising prospects in the upcoming draft. Alongside Williams, other top prospects include Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, J.J. McCarthy, and Michael Penix Jr. Fans can tune in to the draft, which kicks off on Thursday, April 25 and runs through Saturday, April 27. The First Round will start at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN,…

Electric car maker Tesla reported a significant 48% decline in adjusted earnings in the first quarter of 2025, which fell short of Wall Street expectations. The company also saw a 9% drop in total revenue and a 2% decrease in profit margin, both missing analyst estimates. Despite this disappointing financial performance, Tesla sought to reassure investors by unveiling plans for a more affordable model to be released in the second half of 2025. CEO Elon Musk highlighted the company’s advancements in artificial intelligence and self-driving technology, as well as teased plans for humanoid robots and driverless “robotaxis.” After the earnings…