It was quite the weekend for Manchester United regarding the takeover process, something that is close to edging into its 11th month.
28.09.2023 - 20:47 / thegavoice.com
We live in an era where news is frequently driven by agendas and opinions, often overshadowing the importance of facts. In this climate, media organizations wield considerable influence in shaping public perceptions and attitudes. In an age marked by a global movement towards inclusivity, diversity, and acceptance, these organizations have the potential to either propel society forward or, regrettably, turn back the clock on this progress, leaving marginalized groups to live their lives in literal danger.
Unfortunately, we are witnessing instances where several media groups are choosing the latter path. One such entity is The Epoch Times, a publication associated with the Falun Gong spiritual group, which consistently disseminates anti-transgender propaganda across its various media platforms, often flying under the radar without repercussions or regard for fact-checking. These persistent actions bear grave consequences for both the transgender community and society at large.
One glaring illustration of The Epoch Times’ alignment with an anti-transgender position is its extensive coverage of the MISS NTD Beauty Pageant, a competition sponsored by NTD (New Tang Dynasty), a television station also controlled by the Falun Gong. This “pagean,” held in New York on September 30, requires that contestants must be “natural-born females.” This has ignited considerable controversy and condemnation from transgender advocates — as it should, as policies like this perpetuate discrimination and harmful stereotypes, particularly concerning transgender women.
Nevertheless, The Epoch Times has consistently defended the pageant, asserting that it upholds “traditional values” and celebrates “traditional femininity.” In a recent 2023
It was quite the weekend for Manchester United regarding the takeover process, something that is close to edging into its 11th month.
Ellise Shafer Riz Ahmed has posted an impassioned plea on social media calling for “an end to the indiscriminate bombing of Gaza’s civilians” amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. “We are told there are two sides to what is happening in Israel and Palestine. But in my heart, I know there is only one — the side of our humanity,” the Oscar-nominated actor wrote.
surprise appearance on “Saturday Night Live” a day earlier and the success of Swift’s concert film — estimated to have brought in astronomical numbers at the box office.“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” raked in close to $96 million at the box office in the United States and Canada, movie theater chain AMC said Sunday — making it the highest-grossing concert film for an opening weekend.The biggest domestic concert films prior to Swit’s were 2011’s “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never,” which finished with total earnings of $73 million, and 2009’s “Michael Jackson’s This Is It,” cashing in with $72 million box office sales, according to IMDb.The runners-up at the box office by a long shot this weekend were the “Exorcist: Believer,” with estimated ticket sales of $11 million, and the family-friendly animation “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie,” racking in a mere $7 million.Kelce spent Sunday afternoon at MetLife stadium watching his brother, Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, and his team fall short of a victory over the New York Jets.The Kansas City Chiefs tight end was photographed leaving the “Cruel Summer” singer’s NYC apartment solo on Sunday, decked out in a green tracksuit with white Nike sneakers, black shades, and a backward baseball cap as he hopped into a black SUV outside the songstress’ luxe pad.Despite being a well-known Eagles fan from Pennsylvania, Swift did not attend the game with her new beau.The duo seems to be playing into the world’s interest with their blossoming relationship since both attended “SNL” on Saturday night, with Kelce even featured in a skit poking fun at the NFL and Swiftys’ obsession with their romance.The athlete appeared in a sketch based on a parody of “Fox NFL Sunday,” where the crew
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Archie, 4, and Lilibet, 2, being old enough to start using social media.While speaking on a panel as part of World Mental Health Day celebrations in Manhattan on Tuesday, both Markle, 42, and Prince Harry, 39, expressed their fears about being responsible for two young minds in today’s tech-driven world.“As parents, though our kids are really young, they’re two and a half and four and a half… but social media is not going away,” Markle started.“I think by design, there was an entry point that was supposed to be positive in creating community and something has devolved, and there’s no way to hear that and not try to help these families have their stories be heard.”The “Suits” actress gushed over motherhood, calling it the “most important thing in her life outside of being a wife.”“Being a mom is the most important thing in my entire life — outside, of course, being a wife to this one,” she said, motioning to Harry. “But I will say, I feel fortunate that our children are at an age, again, quite young, so this isn’t in our immediate future, but I also feel frightened by how it’s continuing to change,” she added.
. Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper were photographed in New York after spending a weekend in London. Sources claim the two are having a good time together and are keeping things casual.
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SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator, Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, is attending New York Comic Con on Oct. 14 for the panel “AI in Entertainment: The Performer’s Perspective”.
the duo seemingly went public and Swift cheered on Travis and the Kansas City Chiefs as they played against the Chicago Bears at Arrowhead Stadium on September 24.
Jermaine Dupri has shared a story of DMX robbing a journalist using his dogs in a new Instagram series called 30th Anniversary Stories.This series is to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the legendary Atlanta-based record label, So So Def Recordings – which Dupri has been the CEO of since its inception. In 1993, the prolific music producer created the label in a joint venture with Sony and Columbia and signed the R&B girl quartet Xscape as their first act.
John Mayer has had an awfully busy 2023.First, the seven-time Grammy winner toured with Dead and Company as part of their sprawling farewell tour.Then, he headlined at a number of major festivals like Eric Clapton’s Crossroads, Maryland’s Ocean’s Calling and Connecticut’s Sound On Sound — the latter two of which are this weekend.Now, he’s striking out on his own ‘Solo Tour’ including back to back gigs at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Wednesday, Oct.
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Gordon Cox Theater Editor For every production of “Merrily We Roll Along,” there is always a question. Ever since the ignominious failure of its Broadway premiere, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s 1981 musical has carried the reputation of being too flawed, too facile, too conceptual ever to satisfy — while at the same time, a cult of creatives and fans have remained steadfastly convinced the show’s a masterpiece, needing only the right staging to reveal it. The same question, then, haunts every revival: Is this the version that finally fulfills the promise of “Merrily We Roll Along”? Judging from critical and audience response, the latest New York production may be the one that achieves it.
Molly-Mae Hague asked herself 'are you happy' as she was seen ditching the UK again for the seventh time this year. The influencer is certainly living her best left - and who can blame her - as she racks up the air miles by travelling both for work and pleasure.
McKinley Franklin editor This home improvement show isn’t like anything you’ll see on HGTV. “The Curse,” a genre-defying series starring Emma Stone and Nathan Fielder, will premiere on Nov. 10 via Paramount+ with Showtime ahead of its on-air Showtime debut on Nov.
Deborra-Lee Furness accidentally spoke out for the first time since her split from Hugh Jackman on Tuesday.
André Bishop will conclude his 33-year leadership tenure at Lincoln Center Theater in June 2025 at the conclusion of the non-profit theater company’s 40th anniversary 2024-25 season.
Joe Jonas is hitting back at Sophie Turner’s bombshell lawsuit.