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_trump-threatened-with-jail-time-following-multiple-gag-order-violations-in-hush-money-trial.jpg "Judge Juan Merchan threatened Donald Trump with jail for continuing to violate his gag order in the hush money trial. Merchan held Trump in contempt again for comments claiming the jury was selected from a Democrat-heavy area. Trump was fined $1,000, bringing his total to $10,000 for 10 separate gag order violations. Judge Merchan expressed reluctance to incarcerate Donald Trump, acknowledging his status as a former and potentially future president, during his trial in a criminal hush money case.")
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_chris-pratt-has-a-message-for-the-fans-as-39super-mario-bros-39-hits-its-one-year-anniversary-39step-aside-barben-heimer.jpg "Time truly flies when you’re having fun but, when Nintendo is involved, it seems to go by even faster. Last year, The Super Mario Bros. Movie hit theaters with a bang, and the video game flick crushed at the box office. After just one week alone, it became the highest-grossing video game-based flick, and it became a well-loved favorite of numerous fans. Now, it’s already hit its one-year anniversary, and Chris Pratt, the leading man who voiced the mustachioed plumber in red, celebrated by sharing a sweet and funny message.")
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_david-joyce-calls-on-congress-to-ensure-irs-amp-other-agencies-39do-not-unfairly-target-americans.jpg "During a House Appropriations Committee hearing on Tuesday, Rep. David Joyce (R-OH) gave opening remarks about the IRS and its FY2025 budget request. <br/><br/>Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:<br/><br/>https://account.forbes.com/membership/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=growth_non-sub_paid_subscribe_ytdescript<br/><br/><br/>Stay Connected<br/>Forbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbes<br/>More From Forbes:http://forbes.com")
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_124-story-of-novelist-charles-dickens-in-tamil.jpg "Biography of Charles Dickens - சார்லஸ் டிக்கென்ஸ் வாழ்க்கை வரலாறு@TAMILFIRECHANNEL<br/><br/>நாம் உயர்நிலைப்பள்ளியில் பயின்றபோது ஆங்கில பாடத்தில் Oliver Twist என்ற நாவலை மறந்திருக்க முடியாது. குடும்ப ஏழ்மையின் காரணமாக சிறு வயதிலேயே குழந்தைத் தொழிலாளியாக மாறி ஒரு சிறுவன் படும் இன்னல்களை சித்தரிக்கும் ஓர் அற்புத நாவல் அது. 'ஆலிவர் ட்விஸ்ட்' என்ற அந்த கதாபாத்திரமும் அந்த நாவலும் தத்ரூபமாக அமைந்ததற்கு முக்கிய காரணம் அந்த கதாசிரியர் தனது சொந்த அனுபவங்களை எழுதியிருப்பதுதான். பொதுவாக கற்பனைக் கதைகளைக் காட்டிலும் அனுபவக் கதைகளுக்கு வீரியம் அதிகமாக இருக்கும். அப்படி வீர்யமிக்க பல இலக்கிய படைப்புகளைத் தந்த பத்தொன்பதாம் நூற்றாண்டின் ஒரு எழுத்தாளரைப் பற்றிதான் தெரிந்துகொள்ளவிருக்கிறோம். ஷேக்ஸ்பியருக்கு அடுத்த இரண்டாவது உயர்ந்த நிலையை அவருக்கு தந்திருக்கிறது ஆங்கில இலக்கிய உலகம். ஆம் அவர்தான் உலகபுகழ் பெற்ற ஆங்கில நாவலாசிரியர் சார்லஸ் டிக்கென்ஸ்...மேலும் தெரிந்து கொள்ள<br/><br/>http://vaanamvasapadume.blogspot.sg/2015/12/biography-of-charles-dickens.html<br/><br/>#Life_Story_In_Tamil #Life_History_In_Tamil #Biography_In_Tamil<br/><br/>Life history of famous people in Tamil <br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8nF8CBSTLY&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj_G74j9Id87vsPF-xXsYVG4<br/><br/>Thirukkural Videos Playlist<br/> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52KqD8k1KD8&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj9KZ01lUV4Wn5kV1cyrDSoA<br/><br/>Thirukkural WhatsApp Status Videos<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS57RoIt00k&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-kx7S-Rl_ODaVbmR4ERRTX<br/><br/>Tamil Bed time Stories for kids<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzQ5jHJ7UoQ&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-ntzQDPcnPCYpZGXmWHlRT<br/><br/>Thirukkural for TNPSC Exam Videos<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MWLVykh_0s&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj9KJjocjxnV0jxmGfs2Zw_A<br/><br/>Thirukkural in English<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzWNsYQ_Zuo&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-Vf5KAFlleyNFOSkIpLcsn<br/><br/>Interesting Facts <br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1KMfxOK_aY&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj_ZBcB3dG_D4NCLiKixBj24<br/><br/>FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE<br/>The Copyright Laws of the United States recognizes a “fair use” of copyrighted content.Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:<br/>“Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright.”<br/>This video and our You Tube channel in general may contain certain copyrighted works that were not specifically authorized to be used by the copyright holder(s), but which we believe in good faith are protected by federal law and the fair use doctrine for one or more of the reasons noted above.<br/>If you have any specific concerns about this video or our position on the fair use defense, please contact us at danbuselvisaravanan@gmail.com so we can discuss amicably.Thank you.")
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_irelands-bambie-thug-sends-message-from-eurovision-stage-after-wowing-audience.jpg "Ireland's Bambie Thug sends message from Eurovision stage after wowing audienceSource BBC")
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_hamas-releases-a-disturbing-video-of-hostage-warns-that-time-is-running-out-124-watch.jpg "Hamas released a distressing video featuring hostage Nadav Popplewell, a British national abducted during the October 7 attack. The captive, visibly under duress with a black eye, delivers a chilling message suggesting time is running out. This release follows a prior video showing two other hostages alive. The videos intensify pressure on the Israeli government to secure the captives' release amidst ongoing negotiations between the two sides. <br/> <br/>#Hamas #HostageVideo #TimeIsRunningOut #IsraelHamasWar #MiddleEastConflict #Terrorism #InternationalRelations #Crisis #SecurityThreat #HumanitarianConcerns <br/> <br/><br/>~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~")
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_prison-flowers-uncut-2023.jpg "Prison Flowers is a 2023 Hong Kong women-in-prison film written and directed by Livia Lui Mei-fung (呂美鳳), and produced by Ng Kin-hung (伍健雄). The top billed main casts are Chrissie Chau Sau-na (周秀娜), Gillian Chung Ka-lai (鍾欣潼), Karena Ng Chin-yu (吳千語), Carrie Ng Ka-lai (吴家丽), Toby Chan Ting-yan (陳庭欣), Janelle Sheng Jun (盛君) and Ashina Kwok Yik-sum (郭奕芯). Support casts are Rain Lee Choi-wah (李彩华), Pauline Suen Kwai-kwan (孫佳君), Kathy Yuen Ka-yee (湯怡), Macy Chan Mei-si (陳美詩), Jacquelin Ch'ng Si-man (莊思敏), Candy Yuen Ka-man (袁嘉敏), Jeannie Chan Ying (陳瀅) and Xia Yan (夏嫣).<br/><br/>Tai Yim-kwan (Chrissie), a wealthy and confident businesswoman who has been incarcerated for some unexplained offence involving trading in parallel goods, gets jailed. In order to fight for survival, she unites with \")
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_real-martha-sends-message-to-richard-gadd-over-baby-reindeer-get-a-job.jpg "'Get a job': 'Real' Martha sends message to Richard Gadd over Baby ReindeerPiers Morgan Uncensored, TalkTV")
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_will-ferrell-sent-39quiz-ladys39-writer-one-of-the-best-emails-of-her-career-and-heres-how-it-helped-the-film.jpg "I don’t think it’s far-fetched to assume that if you are making a comedy, and Will Ferrell asks to be in it, your answer would be an enthusiastic yes. Considering he is one of Lorne Michaels' top SNL alums and Ferrell’s movies are legendary, having him in your comedy would be incredible. Jen D'Angelo, the writer and producer of the new comedy Quiz Lady, got to live this out firsthand, because the actor sent her an email asking to be in the Hulu film. Not only was this one of the best messages she’d received in her career, but it also helped out the film as she told me during an interview for CinemaBlend.<br/><br/>Ferrell’s production company, Gloria Sanchez Productions, was working on Quiz Lady, a comedy about two sisters, played by Awkwafina and Sandra Oh, who decide to try out for a game show to pay off a debt. When it came to casting the other roles, Jen D'Angelo said the SNL alum put himself up for the part of Terry McTeer, the game show host, after being involved with the film from a producing standpoint for a while. On top of the Elf star being a top-tier comedian, he also has experience playing game show hosts because of his days in Studio 8H, which made him the perfect choice.")
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_john-swinney-acceptance-speech.jpg "John Swinney acceptance speech<br/><br/>What are the key challenges facing John Swinney as First Minister and SNP leader?<br/>Mr Swinney was confirmed as the new leader of the SNP on Monday<br/><br/>John Swinney will not have his troubles to seek. The new SNP leader, who will become Scotland’s seventh first minister this week, inherits a number of problems both in his party and in the country at large. He will be all too aware of the difficulties ahead.<br/><br/>His predecessor, Humza Yousaf, never really managed to get on the front foot. Within days of him taking office last year, the police investigation into the SNP’s funding and finances exploded into the headlines. It has haunted the party ever since.<br/><br/>Mr Swinney will seek to heal internal divisions and boost his party’s fortunes in the polls ahead of an expected general election later this year. He has also emphasised the importance of economic growth. So what are the key challenges he faces?<br/><br/>A clear vision<br/>Mr Swinney will want to set out a clear strategic direction for his party. This is something his predecessor arguably struggled to do. Mr Yousaf hiked income tax for higher earners at the same time as freezing council tax, which some saw as sending a muddled message.<br/><br/>“Is this a guy who has demonstrated clear strategic direction?\")
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_pushpa-the-rise-2021---allu-arjun-rashmika-mandanna---blockbuster-full-hd-movie.jpg "First, director Sukumar was conspicuously missing from the promotions. They said he was busy with the film's post-production work. No one knew whether it was last minute hustle or a filmmaker painstakingly sculpting his magnum opus frame by frame. Then, there is Allu Arjun who's been on the verge of breaking into the topmost tier of stardom. Yes, he's already a big star, but not yet the unquestioned superstar he is capable of becoming — one whose success or failures do nothing to dent the stardom.<br/><br/>There is also the issue regarding Devi Sri Prasad's music, which hasn't seen big highs in a long time, given he reserves his best for Sukumar — case in point Rangasthalam. And finally, the decision to break the film into two parts after announcing it as a single film has been most curious. Would the film have enough meat for two parts or was it trying to cash in on the success formula of KGF and Baahubali? Given how much buzz there is around the production and release of the film, it is almost impossible to see it as an independent work of art alone. But one must try.<br/><br/>Pushpa tells the story of a coolie Pushparaaj who is denied a surname because of his bastard status. He is constantly disrespected by his 'brothers' and the society around him in Chittoor District. But Pushpa has a super-power to smuggle red sanders which earns him a place in the good books of a local smuggler. Pushpa: The Rise, like a diligent biopic, chronicles the rise of its eponymous hero to the top of the pyramid… until something happens, but I'm getting ahead of myself. <br/><br/>The comparisons to Sukumar's previous work Rangasthalam are easy to make because these are both rural dramas and both have themes of upper-caste men abusing their power. And the music and songs have parallels too. Sukumar has a habit of correcting one film's mistakes in the next one. Whether they were the screenplay loopholes in 1 Nenokkaidine that made way for a more straightforward screenplay in Nannaku Prematho or the 'psychopathic' nature of Aarya in Aarya 2 being replaced with a more palatable egotist in 100% Love's Balu. <br/><br/>Pushpa, however, borrows from Sukumar's first mis-hit Jagadam. There too a young man rises up the ranks in the criminal world at great personal cost. That film, while labelled 'ahead of its time,' suffered from an inability to stay focused on its character. In Pushpa, Sukumar corrects that mistake and delivers some stunning set pieces. The sequence where Pushpa saves the day when it looks like the smugglers are done for is a stellar example. The interval sequence sets the screen on fire.")
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_fallout-s01e01.jpg "As a longtime fan of Fallout, this was a mere paintjob of Fallout over countless modern-day ideals that would not exist in such a world.If you were expecting something more like Waterworld or Mad Max, solid shows that understood grit in a harsh world from the turn of the century, you will be dissapointed.There are no physical requirements for the Brotherhood of Steel. They allow their initiates to have guts in a world of scarcity. Everything is the modern DEI buzz with a coat of paint over it, the bones and soul of this world is not Fallout, it’s our world with a holographic overlay.I don’t think writers can even imagine worlds unlike our own anymore, unlike the elite tech companies and creative bubbles of the east and west coast. Over 200 years of radiation, scarcity, military cult purity tests, ignorance, and loss…we are still in the modern day with modern messages only an inch beneath the shallow surface of this ‘world’.")
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_trump-threatened-with-jail-time-following-multiple-gag-order-violations-in-hush-money-trial.webp "Judge Juan Merchan threatened Donald Trump with jail for continuing to violate his gag order in the hush money trial. Merchan held Trump in contempt again for comments claiming the jury was selected from a Democrat-heavy area. Trump was fined $1,000, bringing his total to $10,000 for 10 separate gag order violations. Judge Merchan expressed reluctance to incarcerate Donald Trump, acknowledging his status as a former and potentially future president, during his trial in a criminal hush money case.")
_chris-pratt-has-a-message-for-the-fans-as-39super-mario-bros-39-hits-its-one-year-anniversary-39step-aside-barben-heimer.webp "Time truly flies when you’re having fun but, when Nintendo is involved, it seems to go by even faster. Last year, The Super Mario Bros. Movie hit theaters with a bang, and the video game flick crushed at the box office. After just one week alone, it became the highest-grossing video game-based flick, and it became a well-loved favorite of numerous fans. Now, it’s already hit its one-year anniversary, and Chris Pratt, the leading man who voiced the mustachioed plumber in red, celebrated by sharing a sweet and funny message.")
_david-joyce-calls-on-congress-to-ensure-irs-amp-other-agencies-39do-not-unfairly-target-americans.webp "During a House Appropriations Committee hearing on Tuesday, Rep. David Joyce (R-OH) gave opening remarks about the IRS and its FY2025 budget request. <br/><br/>Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:<br/><br/>https://account.forbes.com/membership/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=growth_non-sub_paid_subscribe_ytdescript<br/><br/><br/>Stay Connected<br/>Forbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbes<br/>More From Forbes:http://forbes.com")
_124-story-of-novelist-charles-dickens-in-tamil.webp "Biography of Charles Dickens - சார்லஸ் டிக்கென்ஸ் வாழ்க்கை வரலாறு@TAMILFIRECHANNEL<br/><br/>நாம் உயர்நிலைப்பள்ளியில் பயின்றபோது ஆங்கில பாடத்தில் Oliver Twist என்ற நாவலை மறந்திருக்க முடியாது. குடும்ப ஏழ்மையின் காரணமாக சிறு வயதிலேயே குழந்தைத் தொழிலாளியாக மாறி ஒரு சிறுவன் படும் இன்னல்களை சித்தரிக்கும் ஓர் அற்புத நாவல் அது. 'ஆலிவர் ட்விஸ்ட்' என்ற அந்த கதாபாத்திரமும் அந்த நாவலும் தத்ரூபமாக அமைந்ததற்கு முக்கிய காரணம் அந்த கதாசிரியர் தனது சொந்த அனுபவங்களை எழுதியிருப்பதுதான். பொதுவாக கற்பனைக் கதைகளைக் காட்டிலும் அனுபவக் கதைகளுக்கு வீரியம் அதிகமாக இருக்கும். அப்படி வீர்யமிக்க பல இலக்கிய படைப்புகளைத் தந்த பத்தொன்பதாம் நூற்றாண்டின் ஒரு எழுத்தாளரைப் பற்றிதான் தெரிந்துகொள்ளவிருக்கிறோம். ஷேக்ஸ்பியருக்கு அடுத்த இரண்டாவது உயர்ந்த நிலையை அவருக்கு தந்திருக்கிறது ஆங்கில இலக்கிய உலகம். ஆம் அவர்தான் உலகபுகழ் பெற்ற ஆங்கில நாவலாசிரியர் சார்லஸ் டிக்கென்ஸ்...மேலும் தெரிந்து கொள்ள<br/><br/>http://vaanamvasapadume.blogspot.sg/2015/12/biography-of-charles-dickens.html<br/><br/>#Life_Story_In_Tamil #Life_History_In_Tamil #Biography_In_Tamil<br/><br/>Life history of famous people in Tamil <br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8nF8CBSTLY&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj_G74j9Id87vsPF-xXsYVG4<br/><br/>Thirukkural Videos Playlist<br/> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52KqD8k1KD8&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj9KZ01lUV4Wn5kV1cyrDSoA<br/><br/>Thirukkural WhatsApp Status Videos<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS57RoIt00k&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-kx7S-Rl_ODaVbmR4ERRTX<br/><br/>Tamil Bed time Stories for kids<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzQ5jHJ7UoQ&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-ntzQDPcnPCYpZGXmWHlRT<br/><br/>Thirukkural for TNPSC Exam Videos<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MWLVykh_0s&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj9KJjocjxnV0jxmGfs2Zw_A<br/><br/>Thirukkural in English<br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzWNsYQ_Zuo&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj-Vf5KAFlleyNFOSkIpLcsn<br/><br/>Interesting Facts <br/>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1KMfxOK_aY&list=PLlXtBr5u1Fj_ZBcB3dG_D4NCLiKixBj24<br/><br/>FAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE<br/>The Copyright Laws of the United States recognizes a “fair use” of copyrighted content.Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:<br/>“Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright.”<br/>This video and our You Tube channel in general may contain certain copyrighted works that were not specifically authorized to be used by the copyright holder(s), but which we believe in good faith are protected by federal law and the fair use doctrine for one or more of the reasons noted above.<br/>If you have any specific concerns about this video or our position on the fair use defense, please contact us at danbuselvisaravanan@gmail.com so we can discuss amicably.Thank you.")
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_hamas-releases-a-disturbing-video-of-hostage-warns-that-time-is-running-out-124-watch.webp "Hamas released a distressing video featuring hostage Nadav Popplewell, a British national abducted during the October 7 attack. The captive, visibly under duress with a black eye, delivers a chilling message suggesting time is running out. This release follows a prior video showing two other hostages alive. The videos intensify pressure on the Israeli government to secure the captives' release amidst ongoing negotiations between the two sides. <br/> <br/>#Hamas #HostageVideo #TimeIsRunningOut #IsraelHamasWar #MiddleEastConflict #Terrorism #InternationalRelations #Crisis #SecurityThreat #HumanitarianConcerns <br/> <br/><br/>~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~")
_prison-flowers-uncut-2023.webp "Prison Flowers is a 2023 Hong Kong women-in-prison film written and directed by Livia Lui Mei-fung (呂美鳳), and produced by Ng Kin-hung (伍健雄). The top billed main casts are Chrissie Chau Sau-na (周秀娜), Gillian Chung Ka-lai (鍾欣潼), Karena Ng Chin-yu (吳千語), Carrie Ng Ka-lai (吴家丽), Toby Chan Ting-yan (陳庭欣), Janelle Sheng Jun (盛君) and Ashina Kwok Yik-sum (郭奕芯). Support casts are Rain Lee Choi-wah (李彩华), Pauline Suen Kwai-kwan (孫佳君), Kathy Yuen Ka-yee (湯怡), Macy Chan Mei-si (陳美詩), Jacquelin Ch'ng Si-man (莊思敏), Candy Yuen Ka-man (袁嘉敏), Jeannie Chan Ying (陳瀅) and Xia Yan (夏嫣).<br/><br/>Tai Yim-kwan (Chrissie), a wealthy and confident businesswoman who has been incarcerated for some unexplained offence involving trading in parallel goods, gets jailed. In order to fight for survival, she unites with \")
_real-martha-sends-message-to-richard-gadd-over-baby-reindeer-get-a-job.webp "'Get a job': 'Real' Martha sends message to Richard Gadd over Baby ReindeerPiers Morgan Uncensored, TalkTV")
_will-ferrell-sent-39quiz-ladys39-writer-one-of-the-best-emails-of-her-career-and-heres-how-it-helped-the-film.webp "I don’t think it’s far-fetched to assume that if you are making a comedy, and Will Ferrell asks to be in it, your answer would be an enthusiastic yes. Considering he is one of Lorne Michaels' top SNL alums and Ferrell’s movies are legendary, having him in your comedy would be incredible. Jen D'Angelo, the writer and producer of the new comedy Quiz Lady, got to live this out firsthand, because the actor sent her an email asking to be in the Hulu film. Not only was this one of the best messages she’d received in her career, but it also helped out the film as she told me during an interview for CinemaBlend.<br/><br/>Ferrell’s production company, Gloria Sanchez Productions, was working on Quiz Lady, a comedy about two sisters, played by Awkwafina and Sandra Oh, who decide to try out for a game show to pay off a debt. When it came to casting the other roles, Jen D'Angelo said the SNL alum put himself up for the part of Terry McTeer, the game show host, after being involved with the film from a producing standpoint for a while. On top of the Elf star being a top-tier comedian, he also has experience playing game show hosts because of his days in Studio 8H, which made him the perfect choice.")
_john-swinney-acceptance-speech.webp "John Swinney acceptance speech<br/><br/>What are the key challenges facing John Swinney as First Minister and SNP leader?<br/>Mr Swinney was confirmed as the new leader of the SNP on Monday<br/><br/>John Swinney will not have his troubles to seek. The new SNP leader, who will become Scotland’s seventh first minister this week, inherits a number of problems both in his party and in the country at large. He will be all too aware of the difficulties ahead.<br/><br/>His predecessor, Humza Yousaf, never really managed to get on the front foot. Within days of him taking office last year, the police investigation into the SNP’s funding and finances exploded into the headlines. It has haunted the party ever since.<br/><br/>Mr Swinney will seek to heal internal divisions and boost his party’s fortunes in the polls ahead of an expected general election later this year. He has also emphasised the importance of economic growth. So what are the key challenges he faces?<br/><br/>A clear vision<br/>Mr Swinney will want to set out a clear strategic direction for his party. This is something his predecessor arguably struggled to do. Mr Yousaf hiked income tax for higher earners at the same time as freezing council tax, which some saw as sending a muddled message.<br/><br/>“Is this a guy who has demonstrated clear strategic direction?\")
_pushpa-the-rise-2021---allu-arjun-rashmika-mandanna---blockbuster-full-hd-movie.webp "First, director Sukumar was conspicuously missing from the promotions. They said he was busy with the film's post-production work. No one knew whether it was last minute hustle or a filmmaker painstakingly sculpting his magnum opus frame by frame. Then, there is Allu Arjun who's been on the verge of breaking into the topmost tier of stardom. Yes, he's already a big star, but not yet the unquestioned superstar he is capable of becoming — one whose success or failures do nothing to dent the stardom.<br/><br/>There is also the issue regarding Devi Sri Prasad's music, which hasn't seen big highs in a long time, given he reserves his best for Sukumar — case in point Rangasthalam. And finally, the decision to break the film into two parts after announcing it as a single film has been most curious. Would the film have enough meat for two parts or was it trying to cash in on the success formula of KGF and Baahubali? Given how much buzz there is around the production and release of the film, it is almost impossible to see it as an independent work of art alone. But one must try.<br/><br/>Pushpa tells the story of a coolie Pushparaaj who is denied a surname because of his bastard status. He is constantly disrespected by his 'brothers' and the society around him in Chittoor District. But Pushpa has a super-power to smuggle red sanders which earns him a place in the good books of a local smuggler. Pushpa: The Rise, like a diligent biopic, chronicles the rise of its eponymous hero to the top of the pyramid… until something happens, but I'm getting ahead of myself. <br/><br/>The comparisons to Sukumar's previous work Rangasthalam are easy to make because these are both rural dramas and both have themes of upper-caste men abusing their power. And the music and songs have parallels too. Sukumar has a habit of correcting one film's mistakes in the next one. Whether they were the screenplay loopholes in 1 Nenokkaidine that made way for a more straightforward screenplay in Nannaku Prematho or the 'psychopathic' nature of Aarya in Aarya 2 being replaced with a more palatable egotist in 100% Love's Balu. <br/><br/>Pushpa, however, borrows from Sukumar's first mis-hit Jagadam. There too a young man rises up the ranks in the criminal world at great personal cost. That film, while labelled 'ahead of its time,' suffered from an inability to stay focused on its character. In Pushpa, Sukumar corrects that mistake and delivers some stunning set pieces. The sequence where Pushpa saves the day when it looks like the smugglers are done for is a stellar example. The interval sequence sets the screen on fire.")
_fallout-s01e01.webp "As a longtime fan of Fallout, this was a mere paintjob of Fallout over countless modern-day ideals that would not exist in such a world.If you were expecting something more like Waterworld or Mad Max, solid shows that understood grit in a harsh world from the turn of the century, you will be dissapointed.There are no physical requirements for the Brotherhood of Steel. They allow their initiates to have guts in a world of scarcity. Everything is the modern DEI buzz with a coat of paint over it, the bones and soul of this world is not Fallout, it’s our world with a holographic overlay.I don’t think writers can even imagine worlds unlike our own anymore, unlike the elite tech companies and creative bubbles of the east and west coast. Over 200 years of radiation, scarcity, military cult purity tests, ignorance, and loss…we are still in the modern day with modern messages only an inch beneath the shallow surface of this ‘world’.")
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