Mike Leigh on Hard Truths and His Moviemaking Struggles
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Some Raw Truths About Raw Milk
Despite the serious risks of drinking it, a growing movement — including the potential health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — claims it has benefits. Should we take them more seriously?The New York Times - 1d -
Mike McCarthy is out as Cowboys head coach; what led to his exit?
Dallas finished 7-10 after Jerry Jones did little in the offseason to improve the roster.ESPN - 1d -
Will the EU fight for the truth on Facebook and Instagram?
As Meta abandons third-party factchecking in an ostensibly political move, the future of facts elsewhere remains murky. Factcheckers had no doubt about the real audience for the news this week – ...The Guardian - 1d -
In a self-censoring world, telling uncomfortable truths is resistance
When people ask what the resistance to Trump will look like this time, I hope a salient feature will be individual refusals to self-censor because of a fear of the consequences.The Hill - 1d -
Hiring Mike Vrabel was the easy part for Patriots ownership. Now the heavy lifting begins with 3 hard questions
The players who can’t get with the program when it comes to being a pro — knowing the scheme and playbook, practicing hard, being on time, showing up in the offseason — will not make it.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
It's Hard To Figure How Dumb Or Smart Is Chris Drury's Latest Move
The Rangers have recalled Bo Giroux while sending Brett Berard down to the Hartford Wolf Pack.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
76ers continue to struggle with Joel Embiid out again
Without a healthy Joel Embiid, the 76ers were never expected to contend for an NBA titleABC News - 4d -
Biden Officials Say the Truth About Havana Syndrome Is Still Unknown
The White House contradicts a new intelligence assessment on the mysterious ailments that diplomats and spies have reported for years.The New York Times - 4d -
Marianne Jean-Baptiste on Oscar buzz for role in "Hard Truths"
Award-winning actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste, known for roles in "How to Get Away with Murder" and "Without a Trace," is receiving serious Oscar buzz for her performance in "Hard Truths." Reuniting ...CBS News - 4d -
A time for truth and reconciliation
Trump’s return to the White House augurs the ‘apokálypsis’ of the ancien regime’s secretsFinancial Times - 4d -
The uncomfortable truth about social media networks
It may be impossible to run an uncensored network while presenting an environment where anyone can feel safeFinancial Times - 5d -
Danes struggle with response to Trump Greenland threat
Copenhagen's grey winter skies match the mood among politicians and business leaders in the face of a crisis.BBC News - 5d -
The Conductor Daniel Harding Moonlights as a Pilot for Air France
Daniel Harding scaled the heights of classical music. Then he set out to conquer the skies.The New York Times - 5d -
Man fails in claim to recover £600m Bitcoin hard drive from tip
James Howells tried to sue a council for access to the site or get £495m in compensation.BBC News - 5d -
Working Well: Saying no is hard, but setting boundaries can improve your health
Setting boundaries at work can be trickyABC News - 5d -
Review: Duck and cover, here comes Mike Leigh's punishing 'Hard Truths'
The director's latest misanthropic drama, following such films as "Bleak Moments" and "Naked," is a puckeringly sour delight, socked over by Marianne Jean-Baptiste.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Andy Harris steers hard-line Freedom Caucus into the Trump era
House Freedom Caucus Chair Andy Harris (R-Md.) has taken the famously confrontational group in a slightly more agreeable direction as it prepares for a Trump-controlled Washington, where the goal ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump will struggle to drive down oil prices
Energy production in the US will rise but more of the output will be gassyFinancial Times - 6d -
Ange: Even Salah would struggle at Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou has said that even Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah would struggle in his Tottenham side.ESPN - 6d -
Happiness expert Gretchen Rubin on the truth behind building better habits
Bestselling author and happiness expert Gretchen Rubin talks about how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to sticking to New Year's resolutions.CBS News - 6d -
Even Salah would struggle at Spurs - Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou says even in-form Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah would find life a struggle at the moment in the Tottenham team he manages.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
How does Mike Leigh make a movie? It's complicated, but his actors wouldn't have it any other way
Marianne Jean-Baptiste reunited with her 'Secrets & Lies' director to make the harrowing 'Hard Truths.' We spoke to them both about Leigh's famous prep process.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7 -
Nikki Glaser’s Golden Globes Monologue Had Hard Punchlines and Impressions
The host had been working on the jokes as well as the flow in multiple test runs in clubs. On the telecast, she introduced some new bits.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Clues, improvisation and anti-pigeon devices – the vision behind Mike Leigh’s new film Hard Truths
The director’s trademark extemporising extends to touring suburbia to find the perfect setting for his latest production. Mike Leigh is known for asking his cast of actors to develop their ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
75 Hard: Is the TikTok fitness challenge really worth it?
The challenge involves forgoing alcohol and unhealthy food for 75 days and doing multiple daily workouts.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
Alex Ovechkin scores his 872nd career goal as the Capitals beat the struggling Rangers 7-4
Alex Ovechkin scored his 872nd career goal to move 23 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, and the Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers 7-4ABC News - Jan. 4 -
Cheney hits back at Trump: 'You can't change the truth'
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) clapped back a President-elect Trump after he blasted President Biden for awarding her and Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) the Presidential Citizens Medal this week. ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
5 truths about the Sixers with trade deadline nearly 1 month away
With just over a month until the trade deadline, here's what we've learned about the Sixers and the decisions ahead for Daryl Morey.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4 -
Mike Johnson hangs on, but his challenges are only beginning: From the Politics Desk
Mike Johnson won re-election as House speaker with a boost from Donald Trump, but his challenges with a narrow Republican majority are only beginning.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Rep. Norman on changing his House speaker vote to support Mike Johnson
South Carolina Rep. Ralph Norman was one of the lawmakers who switched votes during the first round of voting for House speaker. Norman says he spoke to President-elect Donald Trump about his ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Hollywood ushers in hard-to-predict awards season with Golden Globes
Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, Wicked and Conclave aim for awards this weekend but without an Oppenheimer-sized juggernaut, it all remains up in the air. Full list of Golden Globe nominations ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Why is it so hard to arrest South Korea's impeached president?
Yoon Suk Yeol has been impeached by parliament and suspended from office.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
In a Political Year, Some Deaths Spoke to the Struggles for Democracy
Among the notable figures who died in a sometimes polarizing 2024, many championed justice, equal rights and political freedom.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Al Jazeera says Palestinian Authority is trying to ‘hide the truth’ with ban
PA suspends broadcaster following extensive coverage of its crackdown on West Bank militantsFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
The Palestinian Authority Takes on Hamas Militants in West Bank Power Struggle
Weeks of deadly fighting have marked the most serious clashes between Palestinian factions in years.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2 -
Why it’s hard to be a friend of America
Nippon Steel’s bid for US Steel shows the flaws in the ‘friendshoring’ approachFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
'Truths' about Marianne Jean-Baptiste's Oscar chances
The actor's performance as a depressed, caustic Londoner in 'Hard Truths' could put her back in the Academy Awards race.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1 -
The struggle to reunite children with families in war-torn Gaza
An estimated 17,000 children are unaccompanied or separated from family who would ordinarily care for them.BBC News - Jan. 1
