Saulė Bliuvaitė’s ‘Toxic’ Triumphs with Golden Leopard at 77th Locarno Film Festival

Locarno, Switzerland – In a notable showcase of emerging cinematic talent, Lithuanian filmmaker Saulė Bliuvaitė captured the prestigious Golden Leopard award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival for her debut feature, “Toxic.” The film, which delves into the harrowing experiences of two 13-year-old girls at a local modeling school, stood out in the festival’s main international competition, earning accolades for its stark portrayal of youth and exploitation. Directed and written by Bliuvaitė, “Toxic” explores the intense and often destructive dynamics in the world of adolescent modeling, where dreams of a better life lead to drastic … Read more

Bronx County Committee Nominates Landon Dais as Candidate for 77th Assembly District Special Election

New York, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the date for the upcoming special election in the 77th Assembly District to fill the vacant seat left by former Assemblymember Latoya Joyner. Landon Dais, vice chair of the Bronx County Committee and a respected attorney, has been unanimously nominated to run for the position. Dais expressed his gratitude for the endorsements of the previous Assemblymembers from the 77th District, stating that he is inspired by their legacy. He pledged to honor their trust by serving the community with dedication and integrity. Dais, a native New … Read more