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Cannes 2025: Jafar Panahi’s "It Was Just an Accident" Captures the Coveted Palme d’Or Amidst Festival Ups and Downs

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CANNES, France — The 2025 Cannes Film Festival showcased a blend of emotions as filmmakers and audiences eagerly anticipated this year’s prestigious Palme d’Or winner. As the festival approached its climax, many speculated whether the coveted award would go to Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value” or Jafar Panahi’s “It Was Just An Accident.” Ultimately, it was Panahi’s film that captured the top honor. The Cannes Film Awards are regarded as an early indicator of the awards season, with recent history favoring films that perform well here. In fact, four of the last five Palme d’Or recipients … Read more

Justice Department to Launch Major Legal Offensive Against University of California Over Alleged Antisemitism

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WASHINGTON — The Biden administration’s aggressive stance against alleged antisemitism in U.S. universities is taking shape, with officials indicating that the University of California system may be the next target of legal action. As part of a broader effort to address rising antisemitic sentiments on campuses, the Justice Department is preparing to initiate lawsuits against multiple institutions, signaling an escalation in the fight against discrimination in higher education. Leo Terrell, a senior counsel with the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, leads a multi-agency task force focused on combatting antisemitism. In a recent interview, Terrell outlined … Read more

County Judge Evaluates Unused Assets to Boost Reserve Funds and Ensure Financial Stability

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Nueces County officials are evaluating the county’s asset portfolio amid concerns over dwindling reserve funds. County Judge Connie Scott addressed local news outlet KIII regarding the budget and the need for a more comprehensive inventory of properties owned by the county. Scott indicated that the county currently lacks a detailed and up-to-date catalog of its real estate holdings. To address this, she has tasked the four commissioners with assessing their respective precincts to compile a list of properties. Commissioner Brent Chesney confirmed that they have identified over 120 county assets, consisting … Read more

DOJ Sues North Carolina Election Board Over Voter Registration Compliance Ahead of Crucial Midterms

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RALEIGH, N.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a federal lawsuit against North Carolina’s election officials, alleging violations of federal election laws related to the voter registration process. Filed on Tuesday, the complaint contends that state authorities have not ensured that voter registration applications adhere to necessary identification requirements. The lawsuit seeks a court order to compel the North Carolina election board to take prompt action to address the issue, especially as local elections are set to begin in September. The suit highlights growing concerns over election integrity amid scrutiny from both state … Read more