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How Movies and Shows Are Teaming Up With Climate Action

April 25, 2026

A little over 20 years back, a politician’s slide show about rising temperatures became a game changer. That slide show turned into a film that forced the world to pay attention to global warming. Now, filmmakers are again looking at how stories can push real change. At a recent meeting of creators,

business

New Zealand’s New Post‑Production Powerhouse Helps Global Filmmakers Finish Strong

April 22, 2026

The Wing is a fresh player in the film world, born from a partnership between Tavake Limited and Be Hope Films. Its mission is to give foreign producers working in New Zealand a smooth path from filming to financing. Instead of juggling separate post‑production companies and financiers, The Wing

entertainment

Community Music Night Raises Funds for Local Schools

April 18, 2026

A quiet evening in Santa Clarita turned into a vibrant fundraiser when the local piano teacher, Oksana Kolesnikova, opened her first event for the Oksana Foundation. The night began with her own piano compositions before guests heard Ardeshir Farah, a former member of Strunz & Farah, and guitarist L

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How one person cut through L. A. 's red tape to save film shoots

April 18, 2026

Los Angeles once struggled to keep big productions from leaving town. Too many city departments worked separately, each with its own rules and delays. Enter Steve Kang, hired to act like a fast-track fixer. His goal wasn’t to change laws but to connect the dots between agencies. One test came when t

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K‑Drama Boom: How Netflix Sparked a Global Love Affair

April 17, 2026

Netflix’s newest hit, Bloodhounds season two, drew 7. 4 million viewers last week and became the biggest non‑English show on the platform, landing it third overall. That success is part of a larger trend: Korean dramas now occupy three spots in the top ten non‑English programs on Netflix, and all of

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Big names in Hollywood raise concerns over major studio merger

April 15, 2026

More than two thousand actors, writers, and directors have joined forces to voice their worries about a proposed deal between two media giants. The agreement, which would combine assets from two major companies, has sparked a growing debate in the entertainment industry. Critics argue that such a co

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Grand Circus Adventure Arrives in Minnesota This Fall

April 11, 2026

A new season of the famed circus is set to arrive at Grand Casino Arena, offering families a fresh experience that focuses on human skill and daring performances. The show runs from October 22 to 25, with multiple times each day for viewers to choose. Tickets will be available soon, so keep an eye o

celebrities

Celebrating Stars: April 7 Birthdays Unveiled

April 7, 2026

Jackie Chan, the martial‑arts icon, turns 72 today. Born in Hong Kong, he has turned every film set into a playground for action and comedy. His birthday is celebrated by fans worldwide who remember his daring stunts and heartfelt charity work. Russell Crowe, the New Zealand actor famous for epic r

lifestyle

Orange Park Plans Big Changes: What Do Residents Want?

April 7, 2026

The City of Orange wants to hear from its people about how to upgrade Grijalva Park, a former landfill turned 42‑acre green space. The park already offers trails, playgrounds and a sports center with basketball and pickleball courts, but officials see room for more. In 1999 the city bought the land

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Colorado’s Film Future: A New Path Ahead

March 31, 2026

The Colorado film scene, once a hotspot for classic movies, has struggled with few big projects and talent moving to bigger markets. A fresh opportunity arrives when the Sundance International Film Festival plans a ten‑year stay in Boulder starting 2027. The state’s $70 million deal includes $34 mil