'Friendship' Unveils New Character PostersA24's new comedy Friendship has released new character posters. The film tells the story of Craig Waterman, a man who enjoys a mundane life with his family. His life takes an interesting turn when a weatherman named Brian moves into the neighborhood. Craig becomes obsessed with making friends with him.
FIH's Digital Triumph: Strong Social Media Performance at Paris 2024 Olympics
Tayyab Ikram, President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), lauded the organization's digital success, stating, "The FIH and the sport of hockey delivered an outstanding overall social media performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics. This reflects our continuous efforts to enhance digital services and bring the sport closer to millions of fans. These achievements are truly inspiring. We will spare no effort; I have established a dedicated task force within the FIH, focusing on boosting fan engagement."more
10 Brazilian Street Snacks You Can't Miss!
In our previous two issues, we talked about the "Top 10 Favorite Dishes of Brazilians" and the "Truly Recommended Drinks by Local Brazilians." Today, let's dive into the world of Brazilian street snacks! Brazil, a vast and diverse South American country rich in natural resources, offers a culinary experience that is worth exploring in multiple articles. This time, we've selected 10 popular Brazilian snacks beloved by locals. These snacks may not look particularly stunning, but they all exude an authentic "Brazilian flavor."more
Kentucky University Transforms Athletics Department with New LLC
The University of Kentucky's board of trustees has approved the creation of Champions Blue, LLC, a significant step in the management of intercollegiate sports programs. This marks a potentially revolutionary shift for the university's athletic department.more
Details Emerge About Lilo & Stitch Film: Longer Runtime and Anticipated Character Developments
It has been revealed that the live-action Lilo & Stitch film will have a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes, which is 23 minutes longer than the original animated version.more
2026 Milan - Cortina Winter Olympics: Budget and Infrastructure Strategy
The operating budget for the 2026 Milan - Cortina Winter Olympics excludes the construction costs of several key facilities. This includes the 118 - million - euro sliding center in Cortina d'Ampezzo and the new San Giuliano ice hockey arena, which is expected to cost around 300 million euros. Additionally, it does not cover expenses for road and railway infrastructure projects. These projects, mainly funded by the Italian government, aim to enhance transportation access to venues scattered across northern Italy.more
The United States: Dominating the Nobel Prize Landscape
As the world’s sole remaining superpower, the United States has long reigned supreme on the global stage of scientific achievement, and its unparalleled success at the Nobel Prize ceremonies stands as a testament to its dominance. With a staggering 409 Nobel laureates to date, the U.S. accounts for nearly 40% of all global award recipients, firmly establishing itself as the uncontested leader in the pursuit of Nobel - worthy research.more
South Korea has long been one of the major countries sending children abroad for adoption. Official data shows that since 1955, nearly 170,000 infants have been adopted from South Korea, with 65% of them heading to the United States. The investigation into potential human rights issues in this process was launched in 2022, triggered by a petition from 367 South Korean adoptees from 11 countries, including the United States. They alleged that they had been wrongly registered as orphans for the purpose of adoption.more
Japan's Nobel Success: A Testament to Research Excellence
As of now, Japan has amassed an impressive 27 Nobel Prizes, spanning diverse fields including physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, and the peace prize. This remarkable achievement not only underscores Japan’s multifaceted contributions to global knowledge but also highlights the nation’s unwavering commitment to academic and scientific exploration across various disciplines.more