Since its inception in 1967, the Montreux jazz festival in Switzerland has hosted a dizzying array of musical talent from the world of jazz and beyond: Ella Fitzgerald, David Bowie and Miles Davis, and more recently Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Stormzy. The names behind its poster designs are equally illustrious, including Andy Warhol, Keith … Read more
As a former community organizer with the Industrial Areas Foundation, my experience has greatly influenced my teaching in the classroom. Here are some valuable organizing adages that I have found useful when working with students: 1) “Sometimes the only worse thing than losing a fight is winning one.” This adage reminds me to carefully choose … Read more
“ It is widely regarded as one of the greatest injustices in video game history that the Sega Saturn is often labeled as a failure. Launched in Japan on 22 November 1994, almost two weeks before the PlayStation, the console is frequently unfavorably compared to its competitor. While it is true that Sony’s machine was … Read more
In what is believed to be the closest election in modern American history based on pre-voting polls, numerous well-known individuals are attempting to make a small impact. Celebrities emerged in droves in the final weeks of the campaign to show overwhelming support for Kamala Harris, while Patrick Mahomes’s mother rooted for Donald Trump at the … Read more
But his most enduring role came in the 90s, when he joined the cast of Martin, playing the eccentric neighbor Stan Winters. The show was a huge hit and Morris’s performance was widely praised. Throughout his career, Morris has been a trailblazer, breaking down barriers for Black actors in comedy. He has faced racism and … Read more
Rescue operations are currently underway following a deadly flash flooding incident in Spain Spain is facing its worst flooding catastrophe in decades, with at least 95 individuals reported dead and many more missing, after massive rains hit the eastern province of Valencia and beyond. On Tuesday, torrential rain caused flash floods that destroyed bridges and … Read more
Arnold Schwarzenegger, despite his dislike for politics and reluctance to make endorsements, has spoken out in support of the Democratic ticket in the face of a potential second Donald Trump presidency. In a message posted online, Schwarzenegger announced that he would be casting his vote for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz, expressing … Read more
The ruling party in Botswana, which has been in power for nearly six decades, is attempting a surprising move in the upcoming general election by adopting a phrase typically associated with opposition groups. The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is promoting “change” in its manifesto, with President Mokgweetsi Masisi acknowledging the need for different approaches. Despite … Read more
“But he always is. He always makes time for her. They have a shorthand, a shared language. They trust each other implicitly. “I think we both like risk,” Arnold says. “We like to feel a bit scared. We like that feeling of being on the edge.” Ryan nods. “It’s about pushing boundaries,” he says. “And … Read more
American cinema tends to be more commercial, with big budget films and a focus on entertainment, while European cinema often explores more artistic and diverse themes. Of course, there are exceptions on both sides. I really loved L’Avenir [released in English as Things to Come] – your performance is superb and it’s clearly a very … Read more