Production

North Carolina Court Evaluates Alleged Animal Cruelty in Poultry Production Amid Legal Exemption Controversy

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RALEIGH, N.C. — In North Carolina, a contentious legal battle unfolds as a Burke County poultry operation faces allegations of violating state animal cruelty laws. Legal Impact for Chickens represents the plaintiff in the case, arguing that Case Farms, the defendant, has committed acts of "intentional cruelty” under the protection of an exemption within state law. The case, now before the North Carolina Court of Appeals, is drawing scrutiny from major agricultural bodies, signaling wide-reaching implications for the state’s poultry and pork industries. The lawsuit contends that Case Farms knowingly engages in practices such as … Read more

Justin Baldoni Dropped by WME Following Blake Lively’s Harassment Claims Amid Film Production Controversy

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Los Angeles — Actor and director Justin Baldoni has been terminated by his talent agency, WME, following allegations of sexual harassment made by Blake Lively, his co-star in the film “It Ends With Us.” The agency confirmed their decision to part ways with Baldoni on Saturday, a day after Lively filed a lawsuit against him. Blake Lively, who remains a client of WME, has accused Baldoni of creating a hostile work environment that she claims led to severe emotional distress during the production of the film. Lively also served as an executive producer on the … Read more

El Gouna Film Festival’s CineGouna Shorts Unveils Winners of Inaugural Production Grants to Boost Egyptian Filmmaking

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El Gouna, Egypt – El Gouna Film Festival’s industry segment, CineGouna, has taken a significant leap toward nurturing homegrown cinematic talent through its inaugural CineGouna Shorts production grants. In a clear commitment to enhancing the stature of Egyptian short films, this newly established division awards substantial financial support and shines a spotlight on the region’s distinctive storytelling. The winning selections for this year’s grants were acclaimed for their artistic originality and cultural relevance, reflecting CineGouna Shorts’ objective to bolster emerging filmmakers who are sculpting the contours of Egypt’s film industry. Officials announced that three compelling … Read more

Mexico’s Mining Shake-Up: New Laws Stir Investor Concerns Without Halting Production

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Mexico City, Mexico – Sweeping changes to Mexico’s mining regulations under President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, which include a controversial ban on new open-pit mining operations, have stirred concerns among investors while not yet significantly impacting production levels. The reforms, part of López Obrador’s broader environmental agenda, aim to make the nation’s lucrative mining sector more sustainable. The modifications introduced by the 2023 Mining Law initially caused a notable dip in Mexican gold production, decreasing by approximately 2.5 metric tons or 20% following its enactment in May. However, industry data suggests a swift recovery, with … Read more