At the Cannes Film Festival, Kevin Costner premiered his new western film “Let Him Go” and discussed the challenges of making a genre that is not as popular as it once was. The film, which also stars Diane Lane, follows a retired sheriff and his wife as they try to rescue their grandson from a dangerous family. Liam Harrington 19/05/2024 9:02 pm
Investment firm IBKR predicts that Nvidia’s recent disappointing update will have a negative impact on the company’s stock as well as the broader chip industry. The update, which included lower revenue guidance and a decline in gaming and data center sales, has caused concern among investors and could lead to a ripple effect in the market. Liam Harrington 19/05/2024 9:02 pm
Ed Dwight, a former Air Force pilot and engineer, has been selected as the first black astronaut candidate for Blue Origin, a space exploration company founded by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Dwight, who was also the first African American to complete astronaut training in the 1960s, will undergo rigorous training and potentially become one of the first people to travel to space with Blue Origin. Noah Prescott 19/05/2024 9:01 pm
Gunfire erupted in the capital city of Congo, Kinshasa, on Monday as supporters of President Felix Tshisekedi clashed with those of his predecessor, Joseph Kabila. The violence broke out during a protest against proposed changes to the electoral law, which would potentially extend Tshisekedi’s term in office. At least one person was killed and several others were injured in the clashes. Gabriel Whitaker 19/05/2024 9:01 pm
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is facing a judgment day in a UK court as the US seeks to extradite him for charges related to the publication of classified information. The decision will have significant implications for press freedom and the future of whistleblowing. Noah Prescott 19/05/2024 9:01 pm
President Trump spoke at the National Rifle Association’s annual convention in Dallas, Texas, where he praised the organization and its members for their support. He also reiterated his stance on gun rights and criticized Democrats for their push for stricter gun control laws. The convention was met with protests from gun control advocates. Ava Sinclair 19/05/2024 9:00 pm
A group of 706 people named Kyle gathered in Texas in an attempt to break the world record for the largest gathering of people with the same name. Despite their efforts, they fell short of the record set by a group of 2,000 people named Josh earlier this year. The event was organized as a fun way for people with the same name to connect and celebrate their shared identity. Noah Prescott 19/05/2024 9:00 pm
During a speech in the Israeli parliament, Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik urged for the United States to provide unrestricted military aid to Israel. She argued that this support is necessary for Israel’s security and to combat threats from Iran and other adversaries in the region. Stefanik also praised the strong relationship between the US and Israel. Noah Prescott 19/05/2024 9:00 pm
The article discusses the potential success of the upcoming film “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” and its impact on the global box office. It also mentions the possibility of a crossover with the popular “Garfield” franchise. Ava Sinclair 19/05/2024 8:01 pm
Actor Kevin Costner announced at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival that he plans to release a new film every year for the next decade. The films will focus on themes of hope and the human spirit, and Costner hopes to inspire audiences with his storytelling. This announcement marks a new chapter in Costner’s career and showcases his dedication to the art of filmmaking. Gabriel Whitaker 19/05/2024 8:01 pm