Clinches

Venice Film Festival Wraps Up: Jim Jarmusch Clinches Golden Lion Amid Jury Controversy

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Venice, Italy — Alexander Payne, the president of the jury at the Venice Film Festival, defended the panel’s selections during Saturday’s closing ceremony press conference, particularly highlighting Jim Jarmusch’s film Father Mother Sister Brother, which won the prestigious Golden Lion. The winning announcement surprised many as expectations ran high for Kaouther Ben Hania’s The Voice of Hind Rajab, which received a record-setting 23-minute and 40-second ovation during its screening. Ultimately, the Gaza-centered drama was awarded the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize. Several films garnered strong support among the festival favorites, including Park Chan-wook’s black comedy … Read more

Andhra University Clinches Best University Jury Award at National Geospatial Awards 2025, Celebrating a Century of Geospatial Excellence

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Visakhapatnam, India — Andhra University received the Best University Jury Award at the National Geospatial Awards 2025, recognizing its long-term contributions to geospatial education and research. The prestigious award was presented by FOSSEE GIS, part of the National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology, under the Ministry of Education. The university was lauded for its innovative approaches in geographic information systems (GIS), as well as its community outreach efforts. These achievements highlight the institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge and application in the geospatial field. In addition to the university’s accolade, former head of … Read more

Triumph in the Wild: Czechoslovak Documentary ‘Better Go Mad in the Wild’ Clinches Grand Prix at Karlovy Vary Film Festival

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Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic — The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival concluded its 59th edition on July 12, highlighting compelling cinematic narratives from around the globe. The festival’s top honor, the Grand Prix Crystal Globe, was awarded to the Czech-Slovak documentary Better Go Mad in the Wild, directed by Miro Remo. This film, loosely adapted from the book by Ales Palan and Jan Sibik, explores the lives of twin brothers as they investigate the possibility of living entirely in one place. The film’s whimsical nature and exploration of personal authenticity earned it accolades from the … Read more

Youngstown Clinches Ownership of Chill-Can Site, Eyes Transformation into Industrial Park after Long Legal Battle

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — After years of legal battles, the city of Youngstown has successfully acquired the former Chill-Can site on the lower East Side. A judge approved the transfer of ownership following a sheriff’s sale held on February 18, where the city purchased the 21-acre property for $1,379,580, a price that represents two-thirds of its assessed value. Jason Small, a senior assistant city law director, confirmed the ruling, stating, “It’s a done deal.” He noted that the city would address additional fees this week related to the property. The acquisition marks a significant milestone for … Read more