The trailer for Wicked: Part One, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, was revealed alongside several others on the sidelines of Super Bowl LVIII.
The two-part film adaptation promises to reinvent the familiar story.
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The production’s cast includes a superb Ariana Grande as Glinda, Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ethan Slater as Boq, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, and other talented performers.
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The first part of Wicked will be released on November 27, 2024.
The second part is scheduled for release on November 26, 2025!
Super Bowl LVIII, with its spectacular display of talent, halftime show and a certain Taylor Swift, not only captivated American football fans, but also went down in history as the most-watched program in the history of American television.
Did the Taylor Swift Effect make this year’s Super Bowl the most-watched broadcast in U.S. TV history?
CBS data shows that Super Bowl LVIII attracted 123.4 million viewers!
This is a significant jump on the previous record.
The 7% increase in viewers testifies to the NFL’s unwavering appeal, as well as its growing importance in entertainment and culture.
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The Super Bowl was held for the first time in Nevada’s game capital. The Kansas City Chiefs won their second straight championship, beating the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime.
Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, has sold a significant proportion of his shares.
Jeff Bezos files a statement with federal regulators indicating his sale of nearly 12 million shares of Amazon stock worth more than $2 billion. https://t.co/l4vUGBfzUS
Bezos sold nearly 12,000,000 shares between February 7 and 8, 2024, according to an SEC filing. The shares sold would be worth more than two billion dollars!
Mr. Bezos is reportedly planning an even larger sale than the recent one.
An earlier report revealed that Mr. Bezos would consider selling up to 50 million Amazon shares over the next year.
According to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index report, Mr. Bezos’ net worth is estimated at $199.5 billion.
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This places him in the top ten of the global wealth rankings.
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Mr. Bezos is now concentrating on his other businesses, such as Blue Origin, and his philanthropic activities.
US singer-songwriters Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey attend Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 11, 2024. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)
There’s been no shortage of surprises so far in the first half of Super Bowl LVIII (and we’re not talking about the score), but Lana Del Rey’s fans will certainly be happy to see their favorite again, as she spontaneously made an appearance in the dressing room shared by Taylor Swift with several other guests!
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Del Rey joined TayTay, as well as Blake Lively and Ice Spice, who had been having a great time all evening!
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Will we be treated to any more surprises before the end of the evening?
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 11: Singer Taylor Swift and Actress Blake Lively reacts prior to Super Bowl LVIII between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
For those who doubted Taylor Swift’s presence at Super Bowl LVIII, they will have been confounded.
The musical superstar did indeed arrive in Las Vegas for the Super Bowl, ready to cheer on her new flame, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce.
In fact, it’s with the latter’s brother, Jason Kelce, newly retired from the NFL, that Taylor Swift is set up, along with guests Blake Lively and Ice Spice!
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So much for an evening that’s already pretty explosive!
Drake, true to form, is making a spectacular sports bet on the heels of tonight’s (February 11) Super Bowl.
The Canadian music superstar is placing $1,150,000 on the Kansas City Chiefs, in Bitcoin no less, arguing that he simply can’t “bet against the Swifties”.
Some scientists are considering updating the Saffir-Simpson scale, which has been in use for almost 50 years. They suggest adding a category 6, as studies indicate that climate change is causing a new type of superstorm, Axios reports.
Climate change is supercharging hurricanes to such an extent that a Category 6 intensity should be added to the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind scale, a new study finds. https://t.co/z3zekHL60u
Since its creation in the 1970s, the Saffir-Simpson scale has been the standard for determining hurricane intensity.
It was developed by Herbert Saffir and Robert Simpson. The scale classifies storms into five categories according to their sustained winds. Category 5 storms are those with wind speeds in excess of 157 mph that cause severe damage. A warmer climate provides more energy for storms.
Category 5 hurricanes are therefore more intense and more frequent. As a result, experts are now considering changes to the classification.
They have found that five storms, including Hurricane Patricia and super typhoon Haiyan since 2013, could fall into this new Category 6.
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A CAT-6 translates into stronger winds, heavier rainfall and more devastating storm surges. The study shows a trend of increasing wind speeds since 1982. This suggests that global warming will continue to increase the frequency of Category 6 storms.
The intensity of extreme hurricanes is increasing, even if their number remains stable. Hurricanes such as Haiyan, Patricia and others have set the tone. Patricia reached wind speeds of 215 mph, an intensity never seen before.
Critics of this proposed update exist, however, and argue that the damage caused by a Category 5 storm is already so extensive that there’s no need for a new categorization.
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The Saffir-Simpson scale, in its current form, only measures wind speed. This is not a good indicator of a storm’s destructive potential. The classification does not take into account factors such as storm size, storm surge and the impact of flooding, even though these are often the factors that cause the worst damage.
The devastating effects of Hurricanes Katrina and Maria highlight the limitations of current classifications for measuring the destructive power of a storm.
The experts at the National Hurricane Center are not in favor of an update, however.
According to recent reports, King Charles may be seeking alternative treatment options to his cancer diagnosis, given his long-standing interest in unconventional medicine and his skepticism of chemotherapy, it seems.
Now that’s something to worry everyone even more…
'The King will not be one for chemotherapy, he has always argued against it. He's a great believer in natural herbs, potions and things like that.'
Royal expert, Tom Bower, discusses the King's cancer diagnosis.
He has already taken an interest in homeopathy, which he promoted through the Foundation for Integrated Health, until it closed its doors in 2010. The king has also been criticized by several doctors in the past for his support of unconventional practices.
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Could his approach to cancer treatment reflect his own health philosophy?
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Many people have expressed their support, wishing him a full and speedy recovery, as the public debate over the King’s treatments continues.
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In due course, the public should have more information about his state of health and treatment plan.
There is much concern and interest in his well-being in England and around the world, of course.
Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, has announced that she will be writing a memoir about her experiences as a caregiver.
The book, due for release in 2025, aims to provide a supportive and reflective guide for those who have to care for someone with dementia, in particular.
Emma Heming Willis will author a new book about caregiving, based on her experience caring for her husband, actor Bruce Willis. https://t.co/k1nQVGfIOH
The Willis family revealed that Bruce Willis was diagnosed in 2022 with aphasia, a communication disorder that impairs language. They explained that it was this illness that forced the actor to end his career. A year after the initial diagnosis, a darker one – frontal temporal dementia (FTD) – confirmed his symptoms, which included difficulty speaking, confusion, emotional struggle and memory problems. The Los Angeles Times had previously reported on Willis’s orientation difficulties, reporting that cognitive problems were impacting her work.
Emma Heming Willis candidly explains that dementia affects not only the person diagnosed, but the whole family. Speaking to Today, she explained that dementia is a real family problem, the effects of which are felt by everyone in the household.
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An effort of support and hope
Heming Willis describes the book as an effort of support and hope. It will include interviews, expert advice and personal anecdotes. The book is designed to be available in clinics or doctor’s offices where the diagnosis is made, and to be a resource for caregivers who have just learned the shocking news.
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Bruce Heming Willis and Emma Heming Willis are married and have two daughters.
A Quiet Place: Day One takes us to New York City, a far cry from the rural landscapes audiences have become accustomed to.
New York City is plunged into silence and chaos… as the latest film explores the impact of this situation on new characters struggling to survive amidst the devastation.
John Krasinski expressed his enthusiasm for the expansion of the series and his confidence in the vision of Michael Sarnoski, who takes over as director.
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The new film will be a mix of drama and disaster movie. It will capitalize on the tension of the existing universe, while inviting viewers to experience the frenzy of invasion at a level never before seen in the series, we’re promised!
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Excitement for the film grows as the countdown to June 28 continues!
