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Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock Receives Honorary Doctorate
Little Mix singer and accomplished solo artist, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, was recently bestowed with an honorary doctorate in the arts by Buckinghamshire New University. The recognition came in appreciation of her tireless efforts in advocating for anti-racism and promoting racial equality.
Random ThingsPublished 9 months ago in GeeksHeaven and Hell Collide Again: Unraveling Beelzebub's Recasting in Good Omens Season 2
Good Omens, the popular TV series based on Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's novel, is set to return with its highly anticipated second season. The upcoming season will see the return of key characters from the first installment, including Beelzebub, albeit portrayed by a new actor due to a recast. Originally aired in 2019 on Amazon Prime, Good Omens featured Michael Sheen as the angel Aziraphale and David Tennant as the demon Crowley. Despite working for opposing factions, Aziraphale and Crowley forged an unlikely but unbreakable bond over the centuries. In the first season, they united to prevent the apocalypse, set in motion by the Antichrist, a young boy named Adam Young.
Random ThingsPublished 9 months ago in GeeksJUST SOME WOW FACTS
In the vast expanse of our world, there are wonders and mysteries that continue to captivate us. From the curious realms of science, nature, and history, strange and bizarre facts emerge, challenging our understanding of reality. In this article, we will delve into 18 of the most peculiar and mind-boggling facts that will leave you in awe and wonderment.
leon shahiPublished 9 months ago in GeeksBest Nerd Experiences
Obviously a weekend known for amazing nerd experiences was in fact full of amazing nerd experiences and as this was my first SDCC I had a lot of emotional and fulfilling experiences. Though I have thoroughly recapped my time at San Diego Comic Con I wanted to share what some of my favorite moments from the weekend were.
Alexandrea CallaghanPublished 9 months ago in GeeksSDCC Recap
SDCC was filled with lots of announcements which of course everyone who wasn’t there has heard about by now. But hearing it from the people actually granting us more nerd content was a truly wonderful experience. Plenty of things social media has already jumped on but I want no nerd left behind! So I just wanted to recap what I thought were the most important announcements from SDCC to make sure that all of my fellow nerds are caught up. From Felicia Day to Invincible we have a lot to talk about.
Alexandrea CallaghanPublished 9 months ago in GeeksSDCC Recap
Sunday, our last day of comic con was the slowest day of the weekend (which was a good thing because I was absolutely exhausted from the rest of the weekend) but it was also an amazing ending to an amazing weekend. We got to spend more time in the exhibit hall and we got to experience some more amazing fan experiences.
Alexandrea CallaghanPublished 9 months ago in GeeksBarbie
I finally got to see Barbie and damn it Greta Gerwig did it again. Every film she has ever made has made me cry but this one was even better. Now this film was highly anticipated by just about everyone and the fact that it was released the same day as Oppenheimer only made it more interesting. As of right now Barbie had the 24th largest opening weekend of all time and the highest grossing opening weekend of any film from a solo female director.
Alexandrea CallaghanPublished 9 months ago in GeeksBig Night - A Movie Review
Make sure the kitchen is ready. This is going to be a busy night. Big Night is a 1996 film. Set in the 1950s, two immigrant Italian brothers run a struggling Italian restaurant. A rival Italian restaurant is out-competing them. Primo and Secondo have varying ideas but come together to plan an incredible menu to win back the crowd.
Marielle SabbagPublished 9 months ago in GeeksReview: Heartstopper Season 2
When Heartstopper Season 1 premiered, I found myself less enthusiastic about it compared to most critics. While I recognized its profound importance for today's queer youth, I questioned its entertainment value for older viewers. The eight-episode debut season centered around the blossoming romance between Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) and Nick Nelson (Kit Connor), but it seemed stretched thin, lacking significant plot development and engagement. My critique garnered backlash on social media, which dampened my overall interest in the show. However, approaching Season 2, I did so with skepticism, only to find that my main criticism had been admirably addressed by the creative team.
Random ThingsPublished 9 months ago in GeeksEngineered 'human meat'
Gregg Wallace, the renowned MasterChef star, has recently found himself embroiled in controversy following allegations of offending female staff members while working on BBC's "Inside the Factory." Despite the claims, Gregg recently revealed that he will be stepping back from the show after seven years to prioritize caring for his young son, Sid, who has autism. As the situation unfolds, Gregg has spoken out, expressing his shock and regret at any offense caused and assuring fans that he never intended to upset or offend anyone during his time on the show.
Random ThingsPublished 9 months ago in GeeksGreta Gerwig's "Barbie" Shatters Records
Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" has taken the global box office by storm, making history with its colossal opening weekend earnings of US$377 million (£293 million, A$560 million). The film's remarkable success marks the biggest debut ever for a movie directed by a woman. Alongside "Barbie," Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" also enjoyed an impressive box office weekend, making it a memorable time for moviegoers worldwide. This combined success, playfully referred to as "Barbenheimer," led to record-breaking attendance at theatres and brought excitement back to the movie industry.
Random ThingsPublished 9 months ago in GeeksWant To Support The SAG-AFTRA Strike? Some Important DOs and DON'Ts
Hollywood has officially ground to a halt. The failure from the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) to meet the new contract terms set forth by the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (Aka SAG-AFTRA), has prompted the latter organisation to join the Writer's Guild of America on Strike. While many projects had already pressed pause due to the Writer's Strike, SAG-AFTRA's Strike means that actors belonging to the Screen Actor's Guild have stopped work, and therefore nearly all Film and Television production has ceased. Guild actors will also not promote past or upcoming work as long as the Strike continues, which means no glitzy Red Carpet premieres, or talk show appearances.
Kristy AndersonPublished 9 months ago in Geeks