Anthony Rinaldo is what I call a true pal. He is the kind of person that will share anything and everything with you. He is a giving soul that expects nothing in return. Several years ago he involved me in a film project called The Bottom of the Ninth which starred Sophia Vergara and Mike […]
Month: December 2022
Brazilian Soccer Legend Pelé Dies at 82
Brazilian football legend Pelé died Thursday at 82. For many, Pelé is known as the best soccer player of all time. His unique playing style revolutionized the soccer world and Brazil’s place within it.
The football player had famously said, “I was born to play football, just like Beethoven was born to write music and Michelangelo was born to paint.”
2022: A Year of Amazing Music
As 2022 draws to an end, now is as good a time as any to reflect on the moments that helped shape the year into what it was. This year has been a great year for music. Some of the biggest moments in the music world to happen this year included the releases of record-breaking albums, announcements of artists planning to make comebacks, and even the emergence of an increase in popularity for some newer artists.
Are Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine Possible?
It has now officially been 11 months since Russia invaded Ukraine and began the Russian Ukrainian War. The war Vladamir Putin assumed would be a quick victory has lasted much longer than expected and caused ripple effects across the globe, from raising energy costs in Europe to exacerbating famines in the global south. This week, Russia unleashed another bombardment across cities in Ukraine. Reports show that Russia’s airstrikes have targeted hospitals as well as schools.
Greta Thunberg’s Comments Lead to the Arrest of Andrew Tate
Andrew Tate, a widely controversial social media influencer was arrested alongside his brother Tristan Tate at his residence in Romania. Authorities raided his home after confirming he was in the country thanks to the help of Tate’s very own social media posts. The man who was kicked off of the reality TV show, Big Brother, after a video circulated that showed him beating a woman, is now under investigation by the DIICOT (Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism) for allegations of forming an organized crime group. Specifically, he is being investigated for charges pertaining to human trafficking and rape.
Falcons’ Rushing Attack to Challenge Cardinals’ Defense
Back in Week 11, the Atlanta Falcons were still in contention for the playoffs. That’s no longer the case after they lost their fourth game in a row last week, 17-9, to the Baltimore Ravens. They are hoping to somehow end their season on a bright note, and they can start by snapping their slump when they play the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17 at home. Both squads have already been officially eliminated from any sort of postseason appearance so this clash is all about pride and seeing which players might be worth keeping for 2023.
Recount Confirms Democrat Kris Mayes Won Arizona Attorney
A vote recount has confirmed Democrat Kris Mayes won the race for Arizona attorney general, narrowly defeating Republican Abe Hamadeh in one of the closest elections in state history. The results were announced Thursday in Maricopa County Superior Court. Mayes defeated Hamadeh by just 280 votes out of more than 2.5 million ballots cast, a 0.01 percentage point lead. Her lead was cut nearly in half from the original count of 511 votes, which was within the margin to trigger an automatic recount under Arizona state law.
Fashion Designer and Style Icon, Vivienne Westwood, Dies at 81
British style icon and fashion designer, Vivienne Westwood, died at the age of 81 peacefully, surrounded by family, at her home in London on Thursday, according to a statement from her company. To the media, she was known as the “high priestess of punk” and the “Queen of Extreme.” To the fashion industry, she was a beloved figure who energized and pushed the industry’s boundaries.
Popular Movies You Didn’t Know Were Based on Books
It’s always interesting to see if the movie version of a book is actually better than the book itself. So here’s a handy list of fan-favorite movies that were actually based on books for you to check out! Gonna go out on a limb here and say that most people probably don’t know that these movies have literary origins because the film versions are just as good, if not better!
FLO: The Girl Group Reviving Black Girl Groups in Music
The decline of black girl groups has been gruesome, to say the least. However, there are signs of change in the music industry once again. Inspired by 3LW, SWV, and Destiny’s Child, the new up-and-coming black girl group FLO, has gained vast and widespread success and popularity with their infamous and nostalgic three-part harmony that echoes that of their 90s and 2000s predecessors. The London-based group of women—Renée Downer, Jorja Douglas, and Stella Quaresma—are armed to usher the revival.
Rep. Jamie Raskin Announces He Has ‘Serious But Curable’ Cancer
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland announced on Wednesday that he has a “serious but curable form of cancer” and will begin outpatient treatment. In a statement, Raskin said, “After several days of tests, I have been diagnosed with diffuse large B cell lymphoma, which is a serious but curable form of cancer. I am about to embark on a course of chemo-immunotherapy on an outpatient basis at Med Star Georgetown University Hospital and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Prognosis for most people in my situation is excellent after four months of treatment.”
‘I’m tired as hell,’ says Luka Dončić after making NBA history
Tuesday’s dramatic 126-121 overtime victory by the Dallas Mavericks over the New York Knicks featured a historic triple-double from Luka Dončić. The 23-year-old helped the Mavericks rally from a nine-point deficit with just 33 seconds left in regulation by tallying a career-high 60 points, a career-high 21 rebounds, and 10 assists. “I’m tired as hell,” Dončić said after the game. “I need a recovery beer.”
It is the first time a player has achieved that stat line in NBA history. According to ESPN, every single one of the 13,884 NBA teams that trailed by at least nine points with 35 seconds or less to play had lost the game over the past 20 seasons. However, in the game’s pivotal final play, Doni purposefully missed a free throw, grabbed the rebound, and then scored on a putback to level the score and force overtime.
