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The virtual Vilnius IFF invites the audience to hotels People We Know Are Confused by Tomas Smulkis The 26 th edition of the Vilnius International Film Festival “Kino Pavasaris” will be running entirely virtually from 18 March-5 April, bringing the Lithuanian audience a selection of 104 feature films and 44 shorts across various sections. It also invites viewers to answer the question “To Act or/and To Be?” in order to “carefully look inwards, and observe global developments and their...

Stephen A’s World and co-produces Why Not Us? for ESPN+, has struck a deal for its next big project — a premium documentary series celebrating and highlighting the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in American Society. The series will be produced in partnership with Propagate, the production company behind Hulu’s Hillary, and Confluential Films, the production company behind Black Love on OWN. HBCUs’ rich history and the spirit of Black excellence hav...

In Norway, which has the highest EV use of any country, 54% of new car sales in 2020 were electric, and by 2025, non-EV car sales will be banned completely. So, what’s the EV (electric vehicle) market look like in the U.S.? A 2020 Consumer Reports survey to gauge consumer interest and knowledge of electric vehicles found that “71% of drivers have at least some interest in getting an EV, with 31% saying they would consider getting, or would definitely get, an EV the next time they purchase a...

Source: Diamond Images / Getty ESPN’s most spirited voice is about to take his talents to the big screen. Stephen A. Smith is working on a project to highlight some of our finest educational institutes. As spotted on  Deadline Stephen A. Smith’s new production venture Mr. SAS Productions, which currently produces Stephen A’s World and co-produces Why Not Us? for ESPN+, has struck a deal for its next big project — a documentary series celebrating and highlighting the importance of Hi...

What a good egg! Liam Gallagher has donated a load of special prizes, as he comes to the aid of a Scottish venue in need of support because of the pandemic. The Priory, on Sauchiehall Street, is struggling to stay open.  After hearing the venue is at risk of permanent closure, Gallagher donated a signed setlist from his Down By The River Thames livestream, a signed limited

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STAGE REVIEW In ‘A Brimful of Asha’ and ‘The Pink Unicorn,’ mothers grapple with the independence and identities of their children By Don Aucoin Globe Staff,Updated March 11, 2021, 12:59 p.m. Email to a Friend Ravi and Asha Jain in "A Brimful of Asha."Erin Brubacher In ArtsEmerson’s “A Brimful of Asha,” a mother wants her child to be something he’s not. In SpeakEasy Stage Company’s “The Pink Unicorn,” a mother wants her child to not be som...

NBA star Russell Westbrook scoring big with own philanthropy March 9, 2021 at 10:25 am Russell Westbrook is known for his magic on the basketball court, his finely honed fashion sense and his media interviews that have spawned memes and GIFs across social media. A nine-time NBA All-Star and former star at UCLA, Westbrook has also channeled his energies into an off-the-court pursuit long important to him: Philanthropy. Last month, he unveiled plans to expand his Russell West...

“What you’re seeing now with Black people being more vocal about being pro-life — they’ve always been there,” Mr. Watson told The Washington Times. “I just think maybe those voices hadn’t had an opportunity to speak largely, whereas now, it’s starting to happen a little bit more. Which I think is a great thing.” The 40-year-old Mr. Watson brings his own focus to pro-life issues, fueled by concerns about the high abortion rate in the Black community; a desire to address the soc...

Haleluya Hadero Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook (4) dribbles against Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, March 4, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) March 09, 2021 - 9:38 AM Russell Westbrook is known for his magic on the basketball court, his finely honed fashion sense and his media interviews that have spawned memes and GIFs across social media. A nine-time NBA All-Star and former ...