The independent film sector is navigating an increasingly difficult terrain in the face of powerful, well-funded studio productions crowding theaters. This year, despite some hopeful signs, the market for smaller, auteur-driven films remains fragmented and precarious. While films like *Sorry, Baby* — Eva Victor’s critically celebrated debut — have achieved impressive per-theater averages and strong
For decades, the Mediterranean diet has been celebrated for its heart-healthy benefits, seemingly limitless variety of delicious options, and longevity-enhancing properties. Yet, its potential impact on liver health, specifically metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), has only recently gained deserved attention. MASLD—a modern epidemic affecting close to one in three people globally—stems from an unhealthy
The recent Senate procedural vote that edged President Trump’s sprawling spending package closer to becoming law did not represent a clear triumph but rather a glaring warning about the fragmented state of American governance. The razor-thin margin—51 to 49—barely passed, highlighting the precarious balance within the Republican Party and underscoring the inflamed partisanship that rends
Parkinson’s disease has long been pigeonholed as a purely neurological disorder, rooted primarily in the brain’s gradual loss of dopamine-producing neurons. This established view has dominated research and treatment strategies for decades, often to the exclusion of broader bodily influences. However, a provocative new study from Wuhan University challenges this brain-centric paradigm, revealing that the
The Infinix Hot 60i’s recent, quiet debut in Bangladesh feels like a missed opportunity rather than a genuine advancement in the budget smartphone arena. At first glance, it almost seems like Infinix has simply recycled its Hot 50i, applying minor tweaks that do little to inspire or stand out in an increasingly competitive market. The
Thailand is once again engulfed in political chaos, showcasing how fragile its democratic institutions remain even decades after the Shinawatra family’s influence first took root. The mass protests against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, led by nationalist groups like the United Force of the Land, reflect more than public dissatisfaction—they reveal a ticking time bomb of
Few moments in sports disappoint quite like coming tantalizingly close to history, only to fall just short. Such was the case for the Cincinnati Reds on a Friday night that promised greatness but ultimately delivered a bittersweet reminder of how elusive perfection can be. Nick Martinez, a pitcher whose recent struggles made him an unlikely
In the continuous evolution of the James Bond character, there seems to be an undercurrent of hesitation that limits how far creators are willing to venture into darker, more complex territories. Matthew Goode’s revelation about his aborted Bond pitch exposes a fundamental tension at the heart of the franchise. Unlike the increasingly polished, less morally
Parkinson’s disease remains one of the most challenging neurological disorders to diagnose early, despite decades of research. The current standard—relying heavily on clinical observation and costly brain imaging—often delays diagnosis until the disease has significantly progressed. A recent study from Zhejiang University has proposed an innovative, if unconventional, method: analyzing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in
President Donald Trump’s recent outburst branding Zohran Mamdani as “a communist” and forewarning of New York City descending into “a communistic city” if Mamdani becomes mayor is a classic example of political theater designed to stoke fear rather than foster substantive debate. Such alarmist rhetoric not only misrepresents Mamdani’s actual political stance as a democratic