The Harry Potter Wand Choreographer Taught Me How to Cast the Perfect Spell
Hull has been in a magical mood over the past week, with the Wizarding World Wand Tour taking center stage in the middle of Queen Victoria Square. Just outside Hull Town Hall, nine 15ft wands were displayed, featuring replicas from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film franchises. For more What’s On news, click here. …
JK Rowling continues to spread transphobic misinformation
JK Rowling created one of the most successful, enduring and beloved franchises of all time, but it’s still problematic AF. For some reason, gender politics is largely lost on the Harry Potter author, who apparently has made protesting trans rights one of his sacred duties. As she continues her frequent Twitter tirades, it begs the …
Library users love Jack Reacher
If you’ve recently checked out a Jack Reacher book from the Ashburton Public Library, you’re in good company. Lee Child, who has written 28 fictional books about retired military police Major Jack Reacher taking down bad guys, is one of the most popular authors on adult tablets. His best-selling books are a hot property at …
Harry Potter star Jessie Cave in hospital after catching Covid while pregnant | Culture
Harry Potter star Jessie Cave has been admitted to hospital after testing positive for Covid-19 while pregnant with her fourth child. The actor, best known for his role as Lavender Brown in the film adaptations of the hit books, said the virus hit her hard and her symptoms lasted for weeks. Cave, 34, shared a …
Money some Afghans desperately need is trapped in their bank accounts
KABUL — Pasha Khan arrived at the bank at 5:30 a.m., but it was already too late. Others had been queuing for hours. It was the fifth day in a row that he had attempted to withdraw $200, his bank’s weekly limit, without success. ‘It will take me a month and a half to get …
Why Dumbledore Always Gets Away By Endangering Others
Throughout the Harry Potter saga, Dumbledore puts several underage students in mortal danger. That’s why he keeps getting away with his recklessness. Throughout the Harry Potter and fantastic beasts sagas, Albus Dumbledore (Michael Gambon/Jude Law) endangers countless people (including underage students), yet he continues to get away with it. In the Fantastic Beasts: Dumbledore’s Secrets …
Fantastic Beasts Could Kill Harry Potter For Good
With the upcoming release of the latest Fantastic Beasts movie, Harry Potter fans are waiting to see which parts of the legendary series will be torn apart, writes Duncan Lay. With just a month to go until Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore hits theaters, fans are on the edge of their seats – wondering …
Dana Schwartz writes the novel she’s always wanted to read
When writer and comedian Dana Schwartz was 22, she first visited Edinburgh, Scotland. Inspired by castles and cobblestones, she tells WPR’s “BETA” that this ideal European Gothic backdrop inspired her to write a novel around her lifelong fascination with the era’s ancient medical history. “I’ve been fascinated by the macabre side of medical history all …
Deadline approaches for doctors to report on use of COVID-19 relief money
What are the news: Physicians who received more than $10,000 in single or aggregate payments from the federal Provider Relief Fund (PRF) to cover COVID-19-related expenses or losses during the second half of 2020 have until March 31 to report on how they used the money. Reporting is done through the PRF reporting portal available …
A beautiful novel about life after the war, plus other books to read this week
Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Book reviewers Giselle Au-Nhien Nguyen and Steven Carroll take a look at the latest fiction and non-fiction releases. Here are their reviews. Fiction selection of the week Credit: I will keep you closeJeska Verstegen, Allen & Unwin, $16.99 The thorny subjects of multigenerational trauma and war are …
How many balls do you need to play Quidditch?
Live in the magical world of Harry Potter would be enchanting for many reasons, starting with the fact that it would allow us to use magic and see all fantastic beasts. Another aspect that would really stand out would be the ability to watch and play Quidditch. The game is quite complex and involves several …
Fantastic Beasts 3 Delivers The Harry Potter Dumbledore Never Could
Fantastic Beasts 3 delivers Albus Dumbledore closer to the peak of his power than the original Harry Potter series ever could. Fantastic Beasts: Dumbledore’s Secrets delivers the Albus Dumbledore who Harry Potter never could by showing him in a duel with Grindlewald. The second trailer for Fantastic Beasts 3 shows a Dumbledore at the height …
5 Benefits of Being Hermione Granger (And 5 Harsh Realities)
the Harry Potter The series may revolve around the adventures of the titular protagonist, but he doesn’t always save the day. It’s not uncommon for his brilliant friend, Hermione Granger, to find solutions to their problems. She is able to cast complicated spells and brew elaborate potions to help Harry succeed. Without her, Harry wouldn’t …
Hudson Technologies completes new $85 million term loan
WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hudson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: HDSN), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable refrigeration products and services to the heating, cooling, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration – and one of the nation’s largest refrigerant reclaimers, today announced that it has entered into a new $85 million term …
Sarah Polley on grief, infancy and scoliosis ‹ Literary Center
“I could tell you my adventures from this morning,” Alice said a little shyly, “but there’s no point in going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.”-Lewis Carroll Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland* At least twice a week, I found myself in a periwinkle blue pouf dress with a white jumper. My stockings …
Emma Watson’s 5 Best Roles After Hermione Granger
While Emma Watson is best known for playing the iconic bookworm Hermione Granger, how has she evolved as an actress since Harry Potter? Emma Watson’s role as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter franchise has caught the attention of many people for its outstanding performance. Watson landed her breakthrough role as Hermione with little to no …
Brown Toy Box, DonorsChoose Fight Poverty with a New Product Line • The Toy Book
STEAM robotics kit | Source: Brown Toy Box brown toy box join an educational association DonorsChoose to expand educational offerings at school and inspire children to succeed in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) careers. This partnership follows Brown Toy Box’s participation in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) conference. “What we confirmed …
JK Rowling appeals for children trapped in Ukrainian orphanages
J K Rowling has launched an emergency appeal to help children trapped in orphanages in Ukraine. His Lumos Foundation raises funds to provide food and hygiene and medical kits to those affected by the conflict, as well as to help support their evacuation from the country. The money raised will also be used to provide …
Robert Pattinson helps a new Batman out of the darkness
Robert Pattinson is not morally opposed to superhero movies. But he wasn’t exactly looking for them before “The Batman” came along. The 35-year-old who seemed to be emerging as a fully formed superstar in mega franchises like ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Twilight’ has found himself over the past decade pursuing bolder, smaller movies with directors interesting …
Colorado Springs Church—Not Afraid to Take Risks—Celebrates 25th Anniversary | Content reserved for subscribers
What some would call a coincidence, Reverend Kelly Williams, pastor of Vanguard Church in Colorado Springs, considers it absolute proof of God’s blessings. It’s no coincidence, Williams thinks, that he and Tosha, his wife of 28 years, started their Southern Baptist Convention congregation on the fifth anniversary of Williams’ mother’s departure from earthly life because …
Harry Potter Star Shares His Heartwarming Memories of Alan Rickman
Harry Potter star Timothy Spall shares some of his fondest memories of the late Alan Rickman, offering heartwarming praise to his Potter co-star. Harry Potter Star Timothy Spall shared some of his heartwarming memories of working with the late Alan Rickman. After eight movies based on author JK Rowling’s hit wizarding series, the entire franchise …
10 Books You Should Read If You Can’t Get Enough Of HBO’s ‘Euphoria’
What is it about : Throughout Emory’s life, she was told who she was – people in town, who know her as the rich girl, great-great-granddaughter of the founder of the town factory, and people at school, who only know her as “the younger sister of hot Maddie Ward”. Even at home, she can’t escape …
10 Themed Kitchen Utensils Fans Didn’t Know They Needed
the Harry Potter the books and films are very successful with their target audience: children and teenagers. Now the young people who first fell in love with the show have all grown up and their desire for everything Harry Potter has not decreased. What started as Harry Potter school backpacks have become Harry Potter fashionable …
Should I pay cash for a new car or a used car?
Times are tough for the new car market, but used cars are not without problems. When it comes to buying a new car or a used car, is it worth paying cash? Is a loan a better idea? Kelley Blue Book offers helpful advice to help buyers make the right decision. Kelley Blue Book says …
In the wizarding world, everyone carries a gun and no one can trust the government.
In the wizarding world, everyone carries a gun and no one can trust the government. Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley and Emma Watson as Hermione Granger in “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”, the fifth film in the series. By Henry Rymer | Special for La Tribune | …
World Book Day dress-up tips for your child
It’s the week before World Book Day and your child has nothing to wear, but you don’t have to stay up all night fine-tuning an immensely intricate costume. Former elementary school teacher Becky Cranham from Education Resource Experts PlanBee has a host of brilliant hacks for some of the most popular characters in children’s literature. …
Fantastic Beasts 3’s Jude Law Reflects on ‘Privilege’ of Playing Dumbledore Ahead of New Trailer
While Harry Potter is the reason the Wizarding World mythology came into being, there’s no doubt that Albus Dumbledore is one of the most important supporting protagonists in the wizarding franchise. As well as the Elder Dumbledore providing advice and assistance to the Boy Who Lived through the original Harry Potter movies, his younger self, …
10 Shows That Reddit Users Say Made Them Better People
From highlighting simple pleasures taken for granted to encouraging fans to rate their friendships, some shows offer their viewers an escape while others give viewers insight into how they can become better people. These shows prove how television can change people’s lives. RELATED: 1o Inspirational Movies About Change To Start Your New Year Off Right …
How League of Extraordinary Gentlemen Turned Disney’s Mary Poppins Into God
Alan Moore and Kevin O’Neill reimagined Mary Poppins as an awesome avatar of God and pitted her against Harry Potter in a magical battle. Part of the inherent appeal of Alan Moore and Kevin O’Neill The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen has always been the creators’ way of re-approaching classic characters and painting them in entirely …
A spellbinding cast announced for HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
The one-part reimagined production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is delighted to confirm its brilliant cast for its Australian debut in May 2022. Melbourne audiences will discover familiar and new faces in the revamped production. Including many original actors, returning cast are Gareth Reeves as Harry Potter, Paula Arundell as Hermione Granger, Michael …
‘Imagine Harry Potter Without JK Rowling’ Campaign Goes Viral, Fans Angry For Excluding Creator
A Harry Potter campaign excluding JK Rowling goes viral (Photo credit: Facebook/JK Rowling, Harry Potter logo) A Harry Potter campaign has been launched by The New York Times, but it does not include JK Rowling. One of the biggest franchises around the world, the Wizarding World, began with Rowling publishing the first book, The Sorcerer’s …
Daniel Radcliff and Emma Watson Didn’t Speak for Days During “Harry Potter!”
It appears that Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson got into a MASSIVE fight while filming ‘Harry Potter’. Daniel has previously shared that he and Emma have a sibling relationship. All the siblings argue from time to time, but their argument was so heated that they didn’t speak to each other for days! Daniel Radcliffe and …
Coober Pedy water system used as loan collateral for cash-strapped council’s future
Coober Pedy council has been forced to offer its water system as collateral for a debt refinancing deal, as talks continue over its future. Key points: Coober Pedy council was forced to use community assets as collateral for a loan He refinanced $8 million of debt under strict conditions Talks are underway about when the …
Amanda Flower writes two new mystery books
“Crime and Covers” is the fifth and final in Tallmadge author Amanda Flower’s Magical Bookshop mystery series, set in Cascade Springs, a tourist village near Niagara Falls. In the first book, “Crime and Poetry”, Violet was a grad student from Chicago whose grandmother called her to rush to Cascade Springs, claiming she was seriously ill. …
Unknown law that could see your cash payments refused
Many of us use card or contactless payments on the go. It can be easier than scrambling for change, and the coronavirus pandemic has also impacted our spending habits. But cash is still an integral part of our transactional lives, and there are times when only that will do. READ MORE: Grieving mum wants everyone …
Daniel Radcliffe dresses up as Wolverine in stunning new image
Fans can’t wait to see Wolverine join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with Daniel Radcliffe being a fan favorite and it’s easy to see why. When it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, fans have plenty to get excited about for the franchise’s future, but nothing gets them more excited than what the future holds for …
Young writers venture into new literary genres
Shadic Mahbub Islam | Published: February 19, 2022 4:48:53 p.m. The annual Bengali bibliophile pilgrimage “Amar Ekushey Boi Mela” started last Tuesday, much to the delight of book readers.” Thousands of writers, poets, scholars, essayists and translators have labored for months to bring readers the crown jewel of their literary genius, and this year there …
10 Harry Potter Spells We Wish We Could Do In Real Life
Each dedicated Harry Potter fan imagined himself receiving his letter from Hogwarts and being sorted into his favorite Hogwarts house. Maybe they even imagined picking up a wand and casting spells. After all, it’s impossible not to see the appeal of affecting one’s surroundings with a flick of the wrist. RELATED: Harry Potter: 10 Legal …
Film crews for BBC crime drama Strike will arrive in Skegness next week
Film crews prepare to descend on Skegness to shoot segments for the latest episode of the BBC’s Cormoran Strike series. The show follows private detective Strike, played by Tom Burke, and his sidekick Robin Ellacott, who is played by Holliday Grainger. It is based on a series of books written by Harry Potter author JK …
Budget 2022: S$500 million in immediate business relief, including a one-time cash payment for SMEs most affected by Covid-19 restrictions
SINGAPORE – An A$500 million jobs and business support package, which will provide targeted assistance to workers and businesses hit hard by Covid-19 restrictions and facing slower recoveries, has been announced Friday February 18. During his Budget 2022 speech to Parliament, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong said that while the overall outlook is positive, he acknowledged …
Ode to a Twitter Argument: Simon Armitage and John Tiffany’s Birdplay | Simon Armitage
Jhe owl and the nightingale may have been written 800 years ago, but its anonymous author shows that human nature almost never changes: two rivals joust in the treetops using words as spears in an attempt to injure the other. However, proving the exception to the rule, two men from the West Yorkshire village of …
Storytel and Pottermore to produce audio version of Hogwarts Library books
Storytel and Pottermore have decided to take their partnership to the next level, which will now involve creating audio versions of books from the Hogwarts Library. Storytel has already cooperated with Pottermore since 2016 to bring the Harry Potter series to its subscribers around the world. This time, as PRNewsWire reported, Storytel is ensuring that …
Personal loan rates are plunging. Can you take advantage of it?
Personal loans are a popular choice for people who need money for various daily purposes. Many people take out personal loans to pay off credit card debt, fund unexpected medical expenses, or finance home maintenance and repairs. Rates are usually quite low, and lately they have taken a nosedive. Personal loan rates seem to be …
Are fairy tales the right stories for your children? Here’s how it affects your sons and daughters
For children, fairy tales are a source of fascination, something mystical that opens up possibilities for them. It gives them hope, comforts them to sleep, and tells them that there is always ‘happiness forever’. But in recent years, many have come to the fore suggesting that certain fairy tales like “Cinderella” and “Sleeping Beauty” have …
Harry Potter: 10 Weirdest Fan Ships
As one of the most popular and successful franchises ever created, the Harry Potter the films have a huge following, and with that, a huge online fan community. With any community of fandom, that is, two characters that fans associate, usually romantically and outside of canon. RELATED: My Hero Academia 10 Craziest Fan Ships With …
Why Remus Lupine Is Seriously Harry Potter’s Most Underrated Character
James Potter and Sirius Black are two of the Four Marauders popular among Harry Potter fans. No points for Peter Pettigrew obviously, as he was a spy for Voldemort. Remus Lupine had always been a somewhat misunderstood character. He was calmer, more reserved, more bookish. Here are a few reasons why Lupine is the most …
There is no “waking up” – just basic human decency
Once, I was introduced to a guest at a dinner party as follows: “This is Victoria. She is…very pc.” I know, it sounds like I’m making it up – but swap the term previously in favor of “political correctness” for today’s “woke” and it might start to make more sense. Over the years, I’ve pondered …
IMF Completes Suriname Review, Says Lending Program ‘On Track’ | Investment News
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The International Monetary Fund said on Monday it has reached a staff-level agreement with Suriname on policy reforms for the first review of the South American country’s $688 million loan program. “Despite difficult social and economic conditions, which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Suriname’s economic recovery program is on track,” …
Comics and books will open in Queens next month
Soon these walls will be covered in comics From Anyone to Everyone… the folks behind Anyone Comics in Brooklyn have teamed up with a comics industry veteran to open a second store in Long Island City called, aptly, Everyone Comics and Books. Co-owners Alex Rae and Dimitrios Fragiskatos have high hopes for the store, which …
Adrian Symphony Orchestra will visit a galaxy far, far away
ADRIAN – Name a few particularly well-known film scores of the past half-century, and chances are they were written by John Williams. After all, the list of Williams film scores includes those of “Jaws”, “ET”, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”, “Superman”, “Jurassic Park”, Indiana Jones films, most of the Harry Potter canon, and a …
Six romances to spend Valentine’s Day
Are you a hopeless romantic who always reads about all things love? Whether you’re single or in a relationship this Valentine’s Day, the Daily Book Review has you covered. Some of these books are fantastic, while others are contemporary romances that deserve all the hype. With a wide variety of romances and tropes galore, here …
One of the world’s first Harry Potter books is set to sell for £20,000
The book with the spelling JA Rowling Printed and digital download photos available By Ben Turner, SWNS One of the world’s very first Harry Potter books is set to sell for £20,000 – with a typo in JK Rowling’s name on the title page. The uncorrected proof copy of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone …
complaints pour in against loan application extortion | Chennai News
CHENNAI: The city’s police cybercrime wing is investigating at least half a dozen complaints received over the past two weeks from people claiming they were threatened by loan app ‘staff’. Police are also investigating the possibility of a Chinese angle to the racket. In one case, police said, Chetpet resident Kiran Kumar, who works at …
These are the coolest wands in the Harry Potter franchise
With the recent release of HBO Max’s Harry Potter special reunion in honor of its 20th anniversary – of which JK Rowling was not a part – reminded us, once again, of the indescribable magical essence that the franchise carries. From its unique setting to the quirky fictional names and creatures to the characters themselves, …
Harry Potter, Tracy Beaker and the joy of children’s books
THE very first book I bought for myself was one of Enid Blyton’s lesser known works. The Adventures of Binkle and Flip, a couple of “bad bunnies” according to the author “the biggest rascals ever met, since Brer Rabbit Died! My edition is from 1967. It’s on my bookshelf next to some Michael Bond Paddington …
How did Fred Weasley die in ‘Harry Potter?’
Screenshot via Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 The dead are not lacking in the Harry Potter series. From Professor Quirrell in Sorcerer’s Stone up to Lord Voldemort in Deathly Hallows, this children’s story dragged the possibility of death around like a weighted blanket. The Battle of Hogwarts was in some ways the …
Regulator: Chinese banks’ non-performing loan ratio declines
The ratio of bad loans issued by Chinese commercial banks fell 0.02 basis points to 1.73% at the end of December compared to the percentage three months earlier, according to a statement published on the website of the China Commission of China. Banking and Insurance Regulation (CBIRC) Friday, February 12. 11). Unpaid non-performing loans in …
A Florida home has a Harry Potter shrine in its basement
It doesn’t matter who you ask – almost everyone likes Harry Potter. JK Rowling’s fictional series about a boy wizard with the weight of the magical world on his shoulders is truly brilliant, and to this day it captures the imagination of millions. The films that followed were also iconic, allowing hundreds of millions of …
Award-winning writer Josephine Chia publishes her latest book
YOUNG readers are ready for an exciting journey through time with award-winning writer Josephine Chia’s new book. Emman, Time Traveller: The Redhill Tragedy by Josephine Chia CONTRIBUTED PHOTO In Emman, Time Traveller: The Redhill Tragedy, Chia took a story from the Sejarah Melayu (Malay Annals), merging it with the modern to create an exciting adventure. …
How Die Hard inspired Robert Pattinson’s role in Harry Potter
Although most “Harry Potter” actors had already gotten used to holding their wands on the three movies before “Goblet of Fire,” it took Robert Pattinson a little longer because he was a newcomer to the scene. franchise. He talked about joining the series during a video for GQ where he breaks down his most iconic …
Severn Valley steam train makeover to mark Queen’s Jubilee
On the occasion of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the Commonwealth Games, one of the Severn Valley Railway’s locomotives will be given a facelift. 34027 Taw Valley will not only have a different name later this year, but will also appear in an all-new purple livery, to commemorate the Jubilee. This will only be temporary, …
$34m loan granted to East Liverpool marijuana factory
EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio (WKBN) — A multi-million dollar loan has been issued for a marijuana grow facility in Columbiana County. Chicago commercial real estate finance company Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. has approved a $34 million loan for Pennsylvania-based FARMACEUTICALRX to build a growing and post-harvest facility in East Liverpool. Ohio takes another step toward …
Things to do in Sonoma County, February 11-20, 2022
As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted again in Sonoma County and large gatherings are allowed to return, here’s what’s available in terms of entertainment around North Bay, including music, plays and Moreover. Friday February 11 “Miracles of Nature”: The new art exhibit features works by Violet Arana, Lynda Nugent and Danielle Warner from 11 a.m. to …
Fantastic Beasts: Dumbledore’s Secrets: Release Date, Cast, Trailer and More
After a few years and countless adjournments, Fantastic Beasts: Dumbledore’s Secrets would eventually hit theaters in the summer of 2022, offering fans of by JK Rowling spacious Harry Potter film series a preview of one of the Nation of Witchers deadliest attacks. The 03rd episode of the Fantastic Beasts streak (but certainly not the end …
Robert Pattinson punched himself before his ‘Harry Potter’ scenes
Most Robert Pattinson fans remember his rise to immense fame after being cast as brooding vampire Edward Cullen. However, his main role in the dusk the movies weren’t the first time he’s been cast in a massive movie franchise. Three years before duskPattinson landed a very good role in Harry Potter and the Goblet of …
Best John Williams Film Scores Ranked
Legendary musician and Oscar-winning composer John Williams turns 90 today. In many ways, he is considered the epitome of film score composition because he elevated the possibilities of so many films and genres that might otherwise have felt standard or safe. With 52 Oscar nominations, he is the second most nominated individual after Walt Disney …
Treasury’s £4.3bn fraud write-off likely to be eclipsed by £20bn defaults on Covid loans as CBILs and BBLs go unpaid
Tuesday 08 February 2022 10:24 Rishi Sunak is under scrutiny as more than a third of businesses surveyed said they were unlikely to be able to repay loans taken out during the pandemic. The £4.3billion in Covid loans which may have to be written off by the Treasury due to fraud and highlighted by the …
Can Harry Potter still speak Parseltongue?
In the wizarding world, there are many characters with unique abilities and gifts, but Harry Potter possesses one of the rarest and most obscure – the ability to speak Parseltongue. Parseltongue is a means by which some humans can communicate with snakes across the world. Harry Potter franchise. For the most part, snakes represent in-universe …
Ranking a student of the seven “Harry Potter” books
During Wildcat Wellness, I escaped the restraints of my dorm and ventured into the magical world of “Harry Potter” via a free Kindle Unlimited trial. My journey through the pages of “Harry Potter” was magical and nostalgic, but challenged my impression of the series. It is inevitable that my perspective as a stressed student will …
Man Utd agree ‘verbal transfer deal’ to cash in forgotten man
Manchester United are set to earn £12m by selling outcast midfielder Andreas Pereira to Flamengo – where he is currently on loan – on a permanent transfer Video loading Video unavailable The video will start automatically soon8to cancel play now Rangnick laments lack of killer instinct in front of goal as Man Utd crash out …
How Harry Potter’s Father Saved Snape’s Life
Despite being rivals in the backstory of the Harry Potter series, James Potter’s rescue of Severus Snape was a quietly vital moment. Over the course of seven novels – themselves adapted into eight films – Harry Potter revealed details about several eras of the wizarding world. While the main focus was on Harry Potter and …
The last movie Alan Rickman was in before his death
Although 2016 was the year Alan Rickman passed away, it was also the year his last film, ‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’, was released. The Tim Burton-directed feature is the sequel to 2010’s “Alice in Wonderland,” which won two Oscars (via IMDb). The Rickman character does not physically appear in either film. Instead, he provided …
Winston Marshall Calls Spotify Controversy ‘Soviet-Style Censorship’
Former Mumford & Sons member Winston Marshall wrote an article for Bari Weiss’ Substack criticizing artists taking action against Spotify. In the essay titled “When Artists Become Censors,” Marshall takes aim at those he believes threaten free speech, including Neil Young, who recently removed his music from Spotify. On January 24, Young posted an open …
Graphic novel sales increased by 65% in 2021
Graphic novel sales in 2021 yielded a strong year for comics, according to numbers from NPD BookScan pace, following and building on a great 2020. Overall, graphic novel sales in 2021 are up 65% from 2020 — not nearly as much as the pandemic-fueled 100% growth from 2019 to 2020, but still impressive. 21 million …
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Reunion Special – The Etownian
HBO Max kicked off 2022 with the reunion of the “Harry Potter” cast on their streaming platform. The nearly two-hour show brought back many actors, including the main trio: Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Ruper Grint (Ron Weasely) and Emma Watson (Hermione Granger). Cast and crew members shared their experiences working on the eight films. The …
Why The Half-Blood Prince is the best Harry Potter movie
The Half-Blood Prince is the turning point that sets the stage for the grand finale, and its uniqueness makes it the best Harry Potter movie. It is quite difficult to choose a favorite among the eight Harry Potter movies, especially since most of them are very different in scope and scale and deal with different …
Money is pouring into Minnesota races for state and federal offices
Millions of dollars in political donations are already flowing to high-stakes campaigns for state and federal offices. Why is this important: Winning a campaign takes a lot of money, and big fundraisers, including those flagged in year-end documents due this week, can signal a competitive candidate or contest. Yes, but: Outside political groups able to …
Haley Joel Osment was almost a major character in the Harry Potter franchise
The “Harry Potter” film series finally cast Daniel Radcliffe (who beat out over 300 child actors in auditions) as the title character, a young boy who, on his eleventh birthday, finds out he’s a Wizard. Radcliffe went on to reprise his role in the remaining films of the franchise, which spanned seven years of Harry …
HCPL extends the “Object Library” | All Community life
When you think of a “library,” you probably think of books, periodicals, audiobooks, and movies. Although we have a lot, we also have a lot of other “stuff” to discover. HCPL cardholders have access to our Library of Things, a collection of fun and educational items including activity backpacks, Wi-Fi hotspots, board games, STEM kits, …
The world unites to rebuild Gaza’s beloved bookstore
You can at one time or another accept, under duress, to live in a neighborhood without bookstores, but in a city without bookstores? No sir ! A town without a bookstore is surely not a town. Last May, a bomb destroyed the Samir Mansour bookstore, or Mansour’s, as it is called. You say, so what! …
Q&A: Lara Elena Donnelly, author of “Base Notes”
Lara Elena Donnelly is the author of the trilogy named Nebula, Lambda and Locus, The Amberlough Dossier, as well as short fiction and poetry films appearing in places such as Strange Horizons, Escape Pod, Nightmare and Uncanny. She has taught in the MFA program at Sarah Lawrence College, as well as the Catapult courses in …
iPhone users can now speak Harry Potter spells to control their device
Potterheads who have iPhones can now use Siri to cast three default spells, as well as create their own custom spells with the Shortcuts app. The latest development in wizarding technology has arrived. A recent update to the Siri function now allows Harry Potter fans to use their iPhones to cast spells. Apple’s Siri feature …
The only Harry Potter cast member who wasn’t a British star
American actor Verne Troyer portrayed Griphook, the Gringotts goblin who shows Harry to his bank vault, in ‘Harry Potter at the Sorcerer’s Stone’. Because Troyer was American, however, British actor Warwick Davis dubbed his lines for the film’s final cut (via AugustMan). Davis also portrayed fellow Gringotts goblin in the first film, and he remains …
BBC crime drama Strike: Troubled Blood will be filmed in Skegness
Scenes for the highly anticipated new series of the hit crime drama Strike are due to be filmed in Skegness in February. Troubled Blood will see the return of Tom Burke as private detective Cormoran Strike and his sidekick Robin Ellacott, played by Holliday Grainger. The new show is based on the fifth novel in …
Tired of loan sharks? Check out some CBN-approved payday loan offers
Nigerians looking for a quick influx of cash to meet their expenses have various options to purchase the best loans according to their needs from licensed commercial banks. Rather than going to loan sharks or borrowing from bad loans application sitesthese payday loans offers can be great for you, especially if you are an employee. …
6 Scenes From The Harry Potter Books That Are Missing In The Movies
The ‘Harry Potter’ books are an emotion. In 1997, the first book in the Harry Potter series was released. The series sparked a global trend of wand fighting, chanting spells, wearing capes and pointy hats, and more. The books were later made into movies, which ended up being a smash hit. Even today, the passion …
Who did Luna Lovegood marry at the end of ‘Harry Potter’?
Luna Lovegood in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince You’d think a character introduced five installments in a seven installment series would fly under the radar, or just be used as filler for content, but nothing could be further from the truth for Harry Potter fan favorite, Luna Lovegood. Her quirky attitude and quirky personality …
Why Hedwig was killed in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows saw some of the most heartbreaking deaths in the saga, among those of Hedwig, but there’s a reason she had to die. the Harry Potter the books and movies have seen the deaths of many characters, both good and dark, and one of the most heartbreaking deaths was that …
How the UK government lost £4.9bn to Covid loan fraud | Economic policy
In the final days of April 2020, bankers and Treasury officials were huddled together on laptops in makeshift home offices across the country, negotiating the terms of what is fast becoming the most controversial of pandemic bailouts. of the government. The country was in its sixth week of nationwide lockdown following the Covid outbreak, and …
How to watch all the ‘Hobbit’ and ‘Lord of the Rings’ movies in order, chronologically
Warner Bros. Of all the TV series debuting this year, one of the most exciting has to be Amazon’s power rings, which is set in the Second Age of Middle-earth, when the 19 Rings were forged and given to elves, dwarves, and humans. the How many rings now? Wasn’t it just the one ring to …
11-year-old Harry Potter fan sets world record by guessing movie quote
An 11-year-old Harry Potter super fan sets a new record by correctly assigning the most movie quotes to his characters in 60 seconds. An 11 year old child Harry Potter a fan sets a Guinness World Record by guessing a movie quote. The fantasy franchise began as a series of seven novels by British author …
The Best YA Books Mixing Genres
This content contains affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Genre is a tricky thing – we all know the big categories like fantasy, historical fiction, and mystery, but there are also so many subgenres within those categories, and often they can blend into each other and turn …
Does cancel culture even exist?
As our generation becomes more aware of progressive ideals and snubs against marginalized groups, a controversial buzzword is emerging: “cancel culture.” Some use it to demonize progressive social media mobs, counter criticism from hard-to-reach celebrities, and criticize corporate efforts for inclusivity. Others argue that the grassroots nature of cancel culture severely limits its power or …
Father Brown star Mark Williams’ glittering career at 62 and his appearances in Harry Potter and 101 Dalmatians
Mark Williams is a British actor, presenter and screenwriter. However, he’s probably best known to many for his dedicated on-screen roles and especially in the bespectacled, dark-haired Harry Potter franchise. At the age of 62, Mark has a stellar career and has appeared in some of the UK’s favorite films and TV series. Read more:The …
10 Reasons Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Still Holds 20 Years Later
In 2001, Harry Potter at the Sorcerer’s Stone has been freed. The film, based on the book of the same name, was a huge hit. The already popular series attracted a new legion of fans, and the success was just beginning. 20 years later, the Harry Potter the series is just as popular and beloved …
Harry Potter fans embezzle $190,000 to buy a ship named Expelliarmus
What spell would you name your luxury yacht after? Photo: Pictures from Warner Bros. Have you ever loved a book so much that you would do anything to own something related to it? Well that’s the position of a bunch of diehards Harry Potter fans reunited after being accused of embezzling $190,000 to buy a …
10 PS2 games that are better when you’re an adult
What is currently possible in modern games is truly amazing, but it’s also important not to forget the simpler time when Sony Playstation 2 was the pinnacle of technology. Gaming has come a long way since the PS2, but there are countless titles on Sony’s groundbreaking console that were crucial to the growth of the …
Technology holds the key to solving the Covid loan repayment crisis
It is clear that the economic recovery is starting to run out of steam. Shortages of key materials combined with rising prices suggest a “winter freeze” is threatening the UK economy. Governments can take advantage of new technologies to solve long-standing cash flow problems for SMEs Amid stagnant growth, recent EY research suggests a third …
Harry Potter Fans Discover Emotional Deleted Scene
As much as we consider ourselves the greatest Harry Potter fans, we learn something new about the beloved franchise every day. And we were really surprised by this deleted scene from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part One. As the Dursley clan prepares to flee Privet Drive, with Voldemort and the Death Eaters searching …
Why Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is the Most Underrated
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets has its flaws, but its strengths are often overlooked, making it the most underrated episode. the Harry Potter The franchise contains seven books, a play, plus 11 movies and more. The different installments all have their ups and downs, which means certain stories are continually ranked higher or …
Is Millionaire Harry Potter Author JK Rowling Involved in Hogwarts Legacy Development?
Developer Avalanche Software is set to release the next Hogwarts Legacy game this year and fans are already thrilled. Due to the growing popularity of the game, fans have come up with their own rumors and speculations. Fans are wondering if there is any involvement of the author of this iconic magical world, JK Rowling, …
Should you take out a personal loan when you have money in savings?
Image source: Getty Images Sometimes it pays to borrow, even when you have cash on hand. Key points Personal loans allow you to borrow money for any purpose. In some cases, it makes sense to pay interest on a loan even though you have money in the bank. There may come a time when you …
Write in black under supervision
Texas challenges author Jerry Craft’s books Writing in black in the United States isn’t as dangerous as driving in black, but with the right-wing onslaught on anything that smacks of critical race theory, black authors face censorship and stigma. book ban. In Katy, Texas, children’s books from Newbery Medal-winning author Jerry Craft has been pulled …
Voldemort Climbed Into Ralph Fiennes’ Other Movies In A Hilarious Video
A recent video has hilariously cast Ralph Fiennes’ iconic character, Voldemort, in other films in the actor’s famed career. A recent video was hilariously edited Ralph Fiennes iconic character, Voldemort, in some of the actor’s other films. Fiennes is, of course, known worldwide for his portrayal of the Dark Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter …
AAUW is gearing up for its 57th Annual Giant Book Sale at the Marcus Whitman Hotel in Walla Walla in mid-February | etc.
Bibliophiles – bookworms really – will be in reader heaven amid a collection of approximately 40,000 tomes when the Walla Walla branch of the American Association of University Women holds its 57th annual book sale. The fundraiser will take place February 18-20 at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center, 6 W. Rose St. Sales …
Burnley in talks over Aaron Ramsey’s shock loan move after ex-Arsenal midfielder’s nightmare at Juventus
BURNLEY wants to loan out Aaron Ramsey for the rest of the season. Former Arsenal midfielder Ramsey is keen to return to the Premier League after his failed spell at Juventus. 2 Burnley want to loan Aaron Ramsey out for the rest of the seasonCredit: Getty And the Clarets have been in talks over a …
Evanna Lynch’s vegan recipe featured in cookbook admits she’s still dazzled by Daniel Radcliffe
Have you ever considered going on a plant-based diet, but never really knew where to start? Well, the nonprofit organization Veganuary wants to help you kick-start your new lifestyle this month. If you need a little more advice from a familiar face, the wizarding world’s favorite vegan, Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), will also help on …
Harry Potter’s Jason Isaacs Addresses JK Rowling Controversy and Why He Won’t ‘Stab Her in the Back’
the legacy of the harry potter franchise has become difficult in recent years as the franchise that many grew up with picked up some baggage along the way. While Harry Potter as a franchise is no less beloved, JK Rowling, the books’ author, has been at the center of controversy. because of her stance on …
Fortunately, season 4 is the end of “Ozark”: he’s out of gas
I love Jason Bateman and Laura Linney as much as the next consumer of entertainment, but someone has to stop, kill, or elect their “Ozark” characters Marty and Wendy Byrde to higher office. And they have to do it today. The money laundering Byrdes have been on the run for three seasons now, after leaving …
Fraudsters cash in as Democrats dump billions upon billions in COVID relief
If a few billion dollars are swept away by bandits, or chewed into confetti by squirrels, or blown into the nearest river, after a brief chastened look, the Democrats always come back with, “Hey, we think we’ve got a new solution: spend even more money! Their latest idea is to make $1.9 trillion (not $2 …
Chee Soon Juan says Orange & Teal could be the “nest” of the next Hemingway or JK Rowling
Singapore – Opposition leader and now restaurateur Chee Soon Juan dreamed aloud of the possibilities for his cafe, Orange & Teal, in his last Facebook post. “JK Rowling, TS Elliot and Ernest Hemingway wrote much of their writing in cafes. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if Orange & Teal could be the nest of the next …
Iconic franchises to watch ahead of their 2022 releases
Especially in tumultuous times, people love the comfort of familiar stories, faces and places. Episodic storytelling remains hugely popular, whether those stories are told in the pages of a book, on television, or in theater. Streaming has made franchises easier to access than ever before, so audiences who missed a first movie or season can …
Joss Whedon, JK Rowling and dropping the idea of heroes
Writer-director Joss Whedon’s allegations of terrible behavior (from his behavior on Justice League at buffy the vampire slayer and beyond) and his recent profile in New York magazine have eroded the decades of good faith and the “feminist nerd king” branding associated with it. Whedon is far from the first person to fall from the …
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Bank of America profit beats estimates on loan growth and mergers and acquisitions
A Bank of America logo is pictured in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., January 30, 2019. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register Jan 19 (Reuters) – Bank of America Corp (BAC.N) reported a better-than-expected 30% rise in quarterly profit on Wednesday, driven by loan growth …
Dr. Chea Parton, young adult author, will present on rural settings
06 January 2022 The Maysville Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced the winners of the 2021 Chamber Awards. For the first time in several years, the Chamber recognized outstanding businesses, organizations and community leaders. Nominees for Small Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, and Nonprofit of the …
“Doomsday’s Father ‘Chad Daybell’ Thought Harry Potter’s Magic Was Real and Used Spells Before Burying His Wife’s Murdered Children”
DOOMSDAY cult leader Chad Daybell bizarrely believed that spells in the Harry Potter books were real and could be cast by those with “great, concentrated willpower”, according to a new book. Daybell, 53, made the bizarre remarks in a spirit manifesto in which he also claimed that witches, wizards and zombies were all real and …
How did Harry Potter’s parents get so rich?
Harry Potter comes from a long line of wizards, and with that came lucrative perks and privileges. The titular character of Harry Potter the series comes from a long line of wizards; however, this information was unknown to him for the first part of his life. He was raised by his muggle aunt and uncle, …
What makes some people hold transphobic views?
Following the aggressive and unprecedented wave of anti-trans legislation in 2021, seven US states introduced measures that would restrict the rights of transgender and non-binary youth in the first week of January alone. In related news, hate crimes against the trans community have been also rising. What is happening here? Why are so many people …
Nuveen Asset Management Provides Update on Senior Loans
TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: SSF.UN) Investors and investment advisors are invited to listen to a webinar, moderated by Larry Holzenthaler, Investment Strategist, Nuveen Asset Management (“NAM”). Mr. Holzenthaler discusses some of the recent trends in the US senior loan market and explains why NAM believes loan fundamentals remain positive. The presentation, …
Harry Potter: 10 Strongest Dark Spells In The Franchise
Several dualities are explored in Harry Potter. All draw their narrative energy from the most significant binary of all: good versus evil. Despite most of Harry Potter existing in the gray space between two moral extremes, there are spells whose nature is so inhuman that they shouldn’t exist. RELATED: 10 Things From The Harry Potter …