Earning

Mascha Schilinski’s ‘Sound of Falling’ Captivates Cannes, Earning Jury Prize for Its Powerful Female Perspective

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CANNES, France — Mascha Schilinski, a 41-year-old director and screenwriter, experienced a surreal moment when her film “Sound of Falling” was awarded the Jury Prize at the Cannes International Film Festival. The filmmaker expressed her joy, stating that having her work featured in the festival’s main competition was a dream come true. This year, Germany was represented by notable filmmakers, including Fatih Akin, whose historical film “Amrum” was screened out of competition, and Christian Petzold with “Mirrors No. 3,” showcased at the Directors’ Fortnight. However, Schilinski stood out as the only German director with a … Read more

San Diego City Attorney on Lavish Global Cruise While Earning Full Salary Sparks Outrage and Calls for Fiscal Responsibility

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San Diego, CA — In a revelation stirring uproar among San Diego residents, a senior city attorney has continued to receive full compensation while embarking on a four-month global cruise. This arrangement has brought to light broader issues concerning remote working policies and compensation practices within the city government, which some taxpayers find questionable, particularly as the mayor announces budget shortfalls and contemplates charging residents for services such as trash pickup. Critics argue that while remote work can offer flexibility and maintain productivity, the case of this top lawyer, earning nearly $300,000 annually, represents an … Read more

Ouachita Parish Honors Sterlington Elementary for Earning Prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award

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Sterlington, LA — In a proud moment for the community of Sterlington, Sterlington Elementary School has recently been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. This prestigious designation is awarded by the U.S. Department of Education and marks a significant achievement for the school, highlighting its academic excellence and strong commitment to student outcomes. This award places Sterlington Elementary among the top schools in the nation, celebrating its progress in closing achievement gaps and excelling in academic performance. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on … Read more

Singaporean Film “Wonderland” Takes Home Local Jury Award at Palm Springs International Film Festival, Earning International Acclaim for its Heartfelt Story

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PALM SPRINGS, California – Singaporean film “Wonderland” has emerged as the Local Jury Award winner at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. This Mandarin and Hokkien language film set in the 1980s features an all-Singaporean cast including Mark Lee, Peter Yu, Xenia Tan, Janice Seah, and Rajeswary Nadarajan. The Palm Springs International Film Festival, an American film festival that aims to showcase international cinema, took place from January 5 to 14 this year. The Local Jury Award is presented annually to the film that most effectively promotes understanding and acceptance between people. According to the … Read more