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Celebrities at the Berlin Film Festival: Should They Speak Up?

February 16, 2026

The Berlin Film Festival, known for its political discussions, has seen a shift in 2026. Many celebrities are choosing to stay quiet about political issues. This has sparked debates about whether artists should use their platform to speak out. Wim Wenders, Michelle Yeoh, and Neil Patrick Harris hav

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New Shows, Movies and Music to Hit Your Screen

February 15, 2026

Emma Thompson heads a tense thriller that lands on HBO Max this week. The film follows a lonely man who gets lost near a Minnesota lake during a blizzard and discovers a cabin where a young woman is held captive by an armed couple. Fans of gritty, atmospheric stories will find the mood just right.

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Berlinale’s Politics: A New Look at the Festival’s Fight for Free Speech

February 15, 2026

The Berlin film festival, founded in 1950 as a voice for the free world, has long been a stage for political protest. In recent years it backed Iranian demonstrators, condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and amplified Ukrainian filmmakers in exile. This year the focus has shifted from film to p

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South Shore Athletes Shine in Recent High School Sports Events

February 15, 2026

The Calcano Da Silva brothers made history at the MIAA Division 5 track championships. Nathan Calcano Da Silva broke a meet record in the 300 meters, finishing in 34. 56 seconds. His brother, Aiden, was close behind, securing second place with a time of 34. 98 seconds. Aiden also earned a third-plac

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Celebrities Rally Behind Van Der Beek Family Amid Backlash

February 15, 2026

James Van Der Beek's family faced unexpected criticism after setting up a GoFundMe to cover medical expenses following his death from colorectal cancer. Despite raising over $2. 5 million, some questioned the need for financial aid, assuming fame equates to wealth. Celebrities quickly stepped in to

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Paterson's Historic Mill Set to Become a Film Studio Hub

February 15, 2026

A historic mill building in Paterson, New Jersey, is set to undergo a major transformation. The building, known as Reinhardt Mills or Boris Kroll Mills, is on the National Register of Historic Places. Filmology Labs, a company founded by Alan Mruvka, plans to turn it into a film studio. The studio

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Education: T. I. 's Journey and Views on School

February 14, 2026

T. I. , the outspoken rapper, has always been vocal about his thoughts on various topics. Education is one of them. He dropped out in ninth grade but later taught at Clark Atlanta University. He believes traditional schooling isn't for everyone, which sparks debates. On his podcast, T. I. and forme

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County Leaders Show Teamwork Despite Politics

February 12, 2026

The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners met at the community college to talk about how they will keep services running if federal money shrinks. The meeting was friendly and full of back‑and‑forth between the three members, who come from different parties. The chair, Jamila Winder, said the

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Stevel Marc Joins New Talent Firms and Lands Two Films

February 10, 2026

A Jamaican performer named Stevel Marc has recently entered agreements with Daniel Hoff Agency and GS Entertainment for representation. He will soon appear in two consecutive movies. The first, directed by Gore Verbinski, is titled Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die and features actors such as Sam Rockw

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Newcastle's Young Talent Eyes Spanish Adventure

January 29, 2026

A young footballer, Alfie Harrison, is on the radar of a Spanish club, Málaga. This 20-year-old midfielder, currently playing for Newcastle United, might be on the move soon. His contract is up for renewal, and Málaga sees this as a chance to grab a promising player. Harrison joined Newcastle from