Luminaries

Curtain Call in Tehran: Fajr International Theater Festival Celebrates Global Talents and Honors Cultural Luminaries

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TEHRAN, Iran – The Fajr International Theater Festival, now in its 43rd rendition, wrapped up festivities at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall this Saturday, spotlighting top theatrical talent across a range of categories. The grand event drew several high-ranking officials and a host of artistic talents, marking yet another dynamic assembly of Iran’s rich cultural showcase. This year’s festival was graced by the presence of notable government officials including Seyyed Abbas Salehi, the Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, and Zahra Behrouz-Azar, the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, among others. The festival was widely covered … Read more

Global Creative Titans Unite as ANDY Awards 2025 Announces Prestigious Jury, Including Five Luminaries from Asia

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NEW YORK — The ANDY Awards have announced their 2025 global jury lineup, set to consist of 25 world-class creative professionals. This team holds the daunting task of navigating a wealth of global entries, known for setting a standard for advertising excellence. This year’s feature is a unified panel inclusive of five prominent Asian judges, reflecting a diverse mix of the world’s top creative minds. Among the notable jury members from Asia are Alice Chou and Lulu Lu, Chief Creative Officers at VML Taiwan, Thasorn Boonyanate, Chief Creative Officer at BBDO Bangkok, Ali Rez from … Read more

Literary Luminaries and New Voices Shine at Crossword Book Awards 2024

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Mumbai, India — The literary scene sparkled with the announcement of the Crossword Book Awards 2024 winners, held at The LaLiT Mumbai, which gathered luminaries from across India’s literary spectrum. The event, renowned for celebrating the power and diversity of the written word, recognized achievement in several categories including Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children’s Books, Business & Management, Mind, Body & Spirit, and Translations. Prominent figures such as Twinkle Khanna, Ankur Warikoo, Kanan Gill, Sanjeev Sanyal, and Gaur Gopal Das graced the event, alongside guest speaker Prahlad Kakkar and presenters like Bachi Karkaria, Anupama Chopra, and Cyrus … Read more

Vince McMahon and Wrestling Luminaries Confront Fresh Legal Battle Over Long-Standing 1992 Ring Boy Scandal

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Stamford, Connecticut — A new lawsuit has emerged against former World Wrestling Entertainment CEO Vince McMahon, his wife Linda McMahon, and the TKO Group, stemming from a controversy that dates back over three decades. The legal action revisits the infamous 1992 ring boy scandal, suggesting that the McMahons were aware of the misconduct and failed to address it appropriately at the time. The case highlights ongoing challenges within the wrestling industry and raises questions about accountability and historical allegations. The allegations are part of a broader series of legal challenges that have tainted Vince McMahon’s … Read more