International

South Korean Film ‘The Land of Morning Calm’ Triumphs with Golden Cyclo at Vesoul International Film Festival

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VESOUL, France — South Korean filmmaker Park Ri-woong’s feature “The Land of Morning Calm” claimed the prestigious Golden Cyclo Award at the Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema, highlighting its deep and impactful exploration of the complexities of human reality. Under the leadership of renowned Chinese director Jia Zhang-ke, the head of the jury, the film was lauded for its compelling narrative that is akin to an immersive plunge from tranquility into the turbulent depths of life. During the festival, which took place from February 11-18, an array of exceptional films from across Asia … Read more

Sundance Hit ‘DJ Ahmet’ Secures Global Distribution, Celebrating Creative Triumph in International Film Markets

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Berlin – At the recent Sundance Film Festival, “DJ Ahmet,” a film directed by Georgi M. Unkovski, made a noteworthy impact after its world premiere, capturing the Special Jury Award for Creative Vision along with the Audience Award in the World Dramatic Competition. This double recognition has heightened interest in the production and catalyzed the first round of international sales by Berlin-based Films Boutique. The drama has already been acquired by various international distributors including Madman Entertainment in Australia and New Zealand, September Film Distribution in Benelux, Films We Like in Canada, Filmin in Spain, … Read more

Gómez Acebo & Pombo Excels Past €100 Million Mark in 2024, Citing Advanced Tech and International Strategy as Growth Drivers

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MADRID, Spain — Gómez Acebo & Pombo, a notable player in the legal services industry, has achieved a significant milestone by crossing the 100 million euro threshold in its 2024 global turnover, marking a nearly 8% increase from the previous year. This growth was notably pronounced in the firm’s operations within Spain, where it recorded a net turnover of 88.6 million euros. The firm’s performance was bolstered by robust growth in several key practice areas. Notably, the commercial, litigation, and competition sectors all reported double-digit growth rates. Geographically, the Spanish offices in Vigo, Bilbao, and … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Key Parts of Trump’s Initiative to Close U.S. International Aid Agency

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A federal judge has temporarily halted portions of the Trump administration’s initiative to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This decision comes amid concerns regarding the potential implications on global humanitarian efforts fostered by the agency. The injunction was issued after a detailed examination of the administration’s proposal, which included plans to merge much of USAID’s operations with the State Department. Critics of the proposal argue that such a move could endanger the efficacy and independent mission of USAID in various international humanitarian and development projects. USAID has long been a cornerstone … Read more