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As Hollywood and streaming go global, U.S. State Department leans on power of film
USC's School of Cinematic Arts hosted a cohort of African filmmakers this summer as part of a State Department program for film diplomacy.
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Visa stock slips on reports that it faces Justice Department antitrust lawsuit
Visa Inc. stock fell 1.6% in after-hours trading Monday following reports that the payments giant faces an antitrust lawsuit from the U.S. Justice Department.21 minutes ago -
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California becomes latest state to restrict student smartphone use at school
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring school districts to restrict student phone use24 minutes ago - California -
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College Football Power Rankings: Penn State joins top 10, Oklahoma plummets after loss in SEC opener
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Octopuses recorded hunting with fish — and punching those that don't cooperate
Some members of an octopus species hunt cooperatively in groups with fish, a new study found — an indication that some octopuses have richer social lives than scientists understood.9 hours ago -
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Global Threats
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Marxist-leaning president takes power in Sri Lanka, a country long led by dynasties
Sri Lanka’s leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake took office as president on Monday, promising change in the island nation long led by powerful political families which is emerging from its ...10 hours ago -
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Jane Fonda on her climate activism and message for young voters: "Show us your power!"
Actor and activist Jane Fonda sat down with CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter to talk about her commitment to fighting climate change, why young voters are so important ...14 hours ago - Climate -
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The Shawshank Redemption at 30: is it really the greatest film ever made?
It suffered at the box office and failed to win any Oscars, but the 1994 prison drama is still seen by many as greater than The Godfather. The Shawshank Redemption is not the greatest film ever ...16 hours ago -
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I’m obsessed with sharks: I used to kill them, now I risk my life to film them
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Sri Lanka swears in new left-leaning president
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is sworn in as Sri Lanka's ninth executive president in a simple ceremony.19 hours ago - Sri Lanka -
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Sri Lankans elect Marxist-leaning Dissanayake as president to fix economy
Sri Lankans elected Marxist-leaning Anura Kumara Dissanayake as new president on Sunday, putting faith in his pledge to fight corruption and bolster a fragile economic recovery following the South ...Yesterday -
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Left-leaning leader wins Sri Lanka election in political paradigm shift
Anura Kumara Dissanayake beat his rivals after a historic second round of vote counting.Yesterday -
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Sri Lanka's new president: Political outsider makes remarkable turnaround
The newly-elected president signals a pivot away from the unpopular old political order.Yesterday - Sri Lanka -
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The path to global carbon pricing
To tackle climate change, the polluter pays principle needs to spread further and widerYesterday -
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Election day is already here for some US voters as states open the polls early
Tens of millions of Americans will have cast their ballots before polling day on November 5Yesterday -
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Macron names right-leaning French government under Michel Barnier
New cabinet likely to face immediate no-confidence motion from leftwing bloc sidelined by president. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, has named a new government led by the prime minister, ...2 days ago -
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'They are going to kill us' - Alcaraz criticises schedule
Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz says "probably, they are going to kill us in some way" as he criticises the congested tennis calendar.2 days ago -
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Oklahoma State vs. Utah live stream, where to watch, TV channel, odds, spread, prediction, pick
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Ohio State vs. Marshall live stream, where to watch, TV channel, odds, spread, prediction, pick
The Buckeyes look to keep their hot start going in a border battle with the Thundering Herd2 days ago - College Football -
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How To Watch NCAA Football: Utah vs. Oklahoma State kickoff time, how to stream and more
The Utah Utes will play the Oklahoma State Cowboys in a Big 12 matchup this Saturday – here's how to watch.2 days ago - College Football -
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Acne fighter films her skin journey to help others
A woman who has suffered severe acne for 13 years uses TikTok to share her skin journey.2 days ago -
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Ukraine bans Telegram use on state-issued devices
The ban affects government officials and military personnel, over concerns about Russian cyber-attacks.2 days ago - Ukraine -
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Where to watch BYU vs. Kansas State: TV channel, kickoff time, live stream, spread, odds
It's a late-night Big 12 showdown between two undefeated teams when the Cougars and Wildcats clash Saturday3 days ago - College Football -
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Where to watch Clemson vs. NC State: TV channel, kickoff time, live stream, spread, odds
The Tigers and Wolfpack are vying for a leg up in the ACC title race3 days ago - College Football -
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Boeing's defense unit chief Colbert is departing, CEO says
CEO Kelly Ortberg said a replacement for Ted Colbert would be named later.3 days ago -
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A Hollywood Actress Finds a Farm, and Her Leading Man, in the Midwest
Torrey DeVitto, whose father was Billy Joel’s drummer and mother is Stevie Nicks’s best friend, is a famous actress in her own right. She found love with Jared LaPine in Kalamazoo, Mich.3 days ago -
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A Hollywood Actress Finds a Farm, and Her Leading Man, in the Midwest
Torrey DeVitto, whose father was Billy Joel’s drummer and mother is Stevie Nicks’s best friend, is a famous actress in her own right. She found love with Jared LaPine in Kalamazoo, Mich.3 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Meet the 8 Noche de Cumbia acts bringing the tropics to Hollywood
The Hollywood Bowl and the Ford welcome an evening of music and dance as part of Noche de Cumbia's two-night concert series featuring some of the genre's most exciting acts.3 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Meet the 8 Noche de Cumbia acts bringing the tropics to Hollywood
The Hollywood Bowl and the Ford welcome an evening of music and dance as part of Noche de Cumbia's two-night concert series featuring some of the genre's most exciting acts.3 days ago -
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Israel investigates after its soldiers filmed throwing bodies off roof
The IDF says the incident does not "conform" to its values, while Palestinian officials say it is a "crime".3 days ago - Israel -
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Israeli soldiers filmed pushing bodies of Palestinians off West Bank roof
IDF says its is reviewing the incident, which took place during a raid in the town of Qabatiya. Israeli soldiers have been filmed pushing three apparently lifeless bodies from a rooftop during a ...3 days ago - Israel -
ABC News - Entertainment
French cult film 'La Haine' returns as hip-hop musical
The critically acclaimed French film “La Haine” is being adapted into a musical show nearly three decades after becoming a classic3 days ago - France -
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MLS power rankings: Hollywood heavyweights trending in opposite directions
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Riot Games launches LoL esports Global Power Rankings
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Justice Department disrupts vast Chinese hacking operation that infected consumer devices
FBI Director Chris Wray says the FBI has disrupted a group of hackers working at the direction of the Chinese government who targeted universities, government agencies and other organizations5 days ago -
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A Sinister Figure Glances at a Clock. It’s Got to Be Film Noir.
Experts say the genre was all about suspense, and what better way to convey that to audiences than an obsession with time?September 10
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