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Countdown to Cinematic Glory: TIFF Unveils Award Categories and Jury for 2025 Festival

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Toronto, Canada — The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced its award categories, jury members, and prizes for 2025, aimed at recognizing outstanding cinematic achievements. Distinguished film critics and directors will form the juries that evaluate films for prestigious accolades, including the Best Canadian Feature Film Award and the FIPRESCI Prize, presented by the International Federation of Film Critics. All awards will be presented in person during a ceremony on September 14, with a livestream option available for audiences at home. Running from September 4-14, 2025, the festival will celebrate its 50th edition, an … Read more

Final Countdown: Jurors Prepare to Deliberate in High-Stakes Mushroom Murder Trial of Erin Patterson

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Jurors in a high-stakes trial in Victoria, Australia, are preparing to deliberate on the fate of Erin Patterson, accused of poisoning four family members, three of whom died. After more than four days of judge’s instructions, Justice Christopher Beale is set to complete his closing statements on Monday morning. The jury, initially composed of 14 members, will narrow down to 12 who will deliberate on three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder. These charges stem from a July 2023 incident where Patterson allegedly served a deadly lunch laced with toxic mushrooms to … Read more

Countdown to Insight: Latin Lawyer’s M&A Conference Set to Ignite São Paulo with Top Industry Voices

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São Paulo, Brazil — In just one week, the prominent M&A conference organized by Latin Lawyer will take center stage, featuring an array of expert speakers from major finance and investment firms, including representatives from the B3 stock exchange, Brookfield, and Goldman Sachs. The event is set to become a key gathering for industry professionals, offering insights into the evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions in Latin America. Attendees can expect discussions around market trends, investment opportunities, and challenges facing the region’s financial environment. This year’s conference emphasizes the growing significance of Brazil as a … Read more

Countdown to Change: Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Set to Launch Mid-2026, Impact Fund Delayed

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DUBLIN, Ireland — The launch of a newly regulated gambling industry in Ireland is set for mid-2026, marking a significant shift in how the sector will operate. This timeline follows the establishment of the Gambling Regulation Authority of Ireland (GRAI), which is tasked with overseeing the industry but currently lacks a definitive activation schedule. The delay means that the Social Impact Fund, aimed at assisting those affected by problem gambling, will not be put into action until at least 2026. This fund is intended to be financed by registration fees, as well as fines and … Read more