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Renowned Director Sudhir Mishra to Lead Jury at Kerala State Film Awards 2023

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Thiruvananthapuram, India – Esteemed filmmaker Sudhir Mishra has been appointed chairperson of the jury for the prestigious Kerala State Film Awards 2023. Mishra, a venerated figure in the Indian film industry, initially garnered critical acclaim with his debut “Yeh Woh Manzil To Nahin,” which clinched the National Film Award for Best Debut in 1987. His cinematic contributions have since continued to provoke thought and stir debate, notably with the National Award-winning “Dharavi” and the politically charged “Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi.” The latter dives into the lives of three young idealists during the emergency period in India. … Read more

Jury Awards Former Marketing Director $1.4 Million in Lawsuit Over Unpaid Bonuses at Biotech Hedge Fund

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New York – In a notable verdict, Youngjoo Rhee, a former marketing director at Santé Ventures, a hedge fund specializing in biotechnology investments, was awarded $1.4 million by a jury for unpaid bonuses linked to her instrumental role in securing a substantial investment from a pension fund. This recent ruling echoes a previous jury award of $1.5 million in September, which had faced scrutiny and criticism from the presiding federal judge for lacking substantial evidence. The claim centered around the allegation that Santé Ventures failed to deliver promised cash bonuses to Rhee, despite her successful … Read more

Acclaimed Director Rodrigo Sorogoyen to Lead Cannes Critics’ Week Jury, Continuing Legacy of Uncovering Emerging Talent

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Cannes, France – Spanish director Rodrigo Sorogoyen has been chosen as the jury president for this year’s Cannes Critics’ Week, an esteemed festival sidebar that showcases the first and second features of up-and-coming directors. Sorogoyen, known for his acclaimed films such as “Stockholm,” “The Realm,” “Madre,” and “The Beasts,” was previously nominated for the best international film honor at Italy’s David Di Donatello Awards. Expressing his gratitude and acknowledging the responsibility that comes with the role, Sorogoyen shared a video on social media to announce his selection as jury president. The Cannes Critics’ Week, established … Read more

MoDOT Director Denies Claim Unborn Baby Killed in Work Zone Crash Was State Employee

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The director of the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has recently faced backlash after his testimony regarding a fatal work zone crash in St. Louis County. The incident, which occurred several years ago, tragically claimed the lives of a pregnant highway worker and her unborn child. In court, MoDOT lawyers alleged that the unborn baby was a state employee, a claim that has been strongly denied by MoDOT’s director, Patrick McKenna. During a hearing with lawmakers, Rep. Jim Murphy expressed his concerns about the case, stating, “You had a worker who … Read more