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Anand Patwardhan Clinches Top Honor for Long Documentary at IDSFFK

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Thiruvananthapuram, India – Celebrated filmmaker Anand Patwardhan was honored with the best long documentary award at the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK). This recognition comes for his latest work, which captures complex social issues with depth and sensitivity, holding a mirror to the challenges facing contemporary society. Patwardhan, renowned for his activist-driven documentaries that delve into the core of India’s most pressing conflicts, has once again demonstrated his prowess in cinematic storytelling with this win. His film stood out among numerous entries, showcasing his unique ability to blend investigative journalism with … Read more

Anand Patwardhan Clinches Best Long Documentary at IDSFFK 2024 with ‘The World is Family’

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Thiruvananthapuram, India – The world-renowned filmmaker Anand Patwardhan once again captivates audiences and critics alike with his latest masterpiece, “The World is Family.” This poignant documentary secured the Best Long Documentary Award at the prestigious International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) for the year 2024. The festival, which celebrated critically-acclaimed films from around the globe, highlighted Patwardhan’s work for its compelling narrative and deep humanitarian insights. “The World is Family” delves into the intricacies of global relationships and the undercurrents that bind humans across different geographies and cultures. Patwardhan, a significantly influential … Read more

High-Stakes Probe: Calls Intensify for Investigation into Disgraced Ex-Cop’s Alleged Links to Long Island Serial Killer Case

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New York, NY – In a compelling twist to the Long Island Serial Killer investigation, renewed calls for probing the role of a former police chief are surfacing, amid disturbing new evidence linking the suspect to grisly crimes. The lawyer representing the family of one of the victims has advocated for the investigation into ex-chief James Burke, suggesting a possible connection between him and the accused, Rex Heuermann. Heuermann, 60, was recently charged with murdering Sandra Costilla and Jessica Taylor, marking six murder charges against him. The charges followed his dramatic arrest last year on … Read more

Long Island Man Wins $1.9 Million Verdict After BMW’s “Soft Close” Door Severs His Thumb

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Brooklyn, NY — A Long Island resident, after suffering a severe injury from his luxury vehicle, was awarded $1.9 million in damages by a federal court jury. The incident, which took place in 2016, involved a BMW’s motorized “soft close” door that severed part of the man’s thumb. Godwin Boateng, a 68-year-old software engineer from Valley Stream, expressed relief and satisfaction with the court’s decision nearly seven years after the accident that dramatically altered his lifestyle. Boateng’s attorney, Avi Cohen, recounted that they rejected a significantly lower settlement offer from BMW just weeks before the … Read more