Celebrated Hungarian Director Bela Tarr Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at Tokyo International Film Festival

Tokyo, Japan — Renowned Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF), celebrating his distinguished career and enduring contributions to cinema. Scheduled between October 28 and November 6, the festival will host a Special Talk on November 1 featuring Tarr alongside Japanese director Yoji Yamada at the Tokyo Midtown Hibiya venue. Bela Tarr, whose influential filmography includes the epic 438-minute saga “Satantango,” which won the Berliner Zeitung Reader’s Jury award at the Berlin Film Festival in 1994, has long been a towering figure in … Read more

From White House Cornerstone to Nobel Laureates: A Day of Historical Significance and Celebrated Birthdays on October 13

Washington, D.C. — On this day, Oct. 13, as we mark the 287th day of 2024, the passage of time reveals numerous significant historical events that have shaped the cultural and political landscape of the nation. With 79 days remaining in the year, it’s a reflective moment to consider the milestones of Oct. 13 from years gone by. In a notable event from 1999, the grand jury in Boulder, Colorado, concluded its investigation into the tragic death of 6-year-old beauty queen JonBenet Ramsey. After laboring for 13 months, the jury was dismissed without bringing any … Read more

Mohammad Abuershaid Celebrated as Leading CPS Defense and Juvenile Dependency Attorney in Southern California

Los Angeles, CA — Renowned Southern California attorney Mohammad Abuershaid, a partner at ALL Trial Lawyers, has recently been recognized for his exceptional work in the specialized fields of CPS defense and juvenile dependency law. Abuershaid’s commitment to upholding the rights of parents and children in complex legal battles has earned him a reputation as one of the most effective practitioners in this challenging area. Abuershaid’s journey to becoming a top-rated lawyer was fueled by his passion for justice and his deep empathy for families dealing with the legal system. Specializing in CPS defense and … Read more

NYC’s Celebrated ‘Night-Life Lawyer’ Sal Strazzullo, Known for Representing Rappers and Strippers, Passes Away at 52

New York, NY—Sal Strazzullo, a high-profile attorney known for representing a spectrum of New York’s nightlife figures from rappers to exotic dancers, was found deceased in his Manhattan home. He was 52. Officials, who confirmed the lawyer’s death, indicated that there were no immediate signs of foul play. A medical investigator has yet to determine the official cause of death. Before his untimely demise, Strazzullo was a well-known figure in the legal circles of New York, often seen defending or advocating for personalities from the city’s vibrant entertainment and nightlife sector. Strazzullo’s law practice was … Read more