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There’s finally news about Downton Abbey 3, the new movie in the franchise!

Murtada Elfadl Gorgeously rendered in picturesque cinematography, “Always” offers a meditative and patient look into the life of an adolescent poet in rural China. But the poetry is not limited to the protagonist’s words, which appear as intertitles throughout the film; it is also there in the images captured of him, his family, classmates and his small village and its people. This is a confident and striking debut for filmmaker Deming Chen that should establish him as a new and vital voice in the documentary genre.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor FCC chair Brendan Carr, after publicly musing that he might go after Disney over its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, made it official: The agency has opened a probe into DEI practices at Disney and ABC. It’s the latest warning shot from Carr against media companies in the Trump administration’s war against DEI.

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Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer SAG-AFTRA affirmed its support for diversity equity and inclusion on Monday, after several major studios walked back their commitments in the face of threats from the Trump administration. The national board of the actors’ union adopted a resolution stating that DEI is a “moral imperative” and is also “crucial to the creative and economic vitality of our industry.” In recent weeks, Disney scrapped its Reimagine Tomorrow initiative, which highlighted stories from underrepresented groups, while Warner Bros.

Metro.100 additional CCTV cameras are also reportedly set to be installed in efforts to improve the safety of the area, with emphasis placed on protecting LGBTQ+ venues.The move to appease residents is controversial for business owners in central London, who accuse the council of only listening to locals and not prioritising the area’s culture.Since Covid lockdowns, London has experienced a 19% decline in late night venues. Most recently, G-A-Y owner Jeremy Joseph shared that he had put the iconic Soho venue up for sale due to strict licensing rules in the area.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor GLAAD board members Frankie Grande and Peppermint are among those who have penned an urgent letter to casting directors, producers and creatives behind reality TV to “take a bold step towards inclusivity.” In the letter, Peppermint and Grande push for authentic representation that is reflective of the diversity of LGBTQ lives. Joining them are a host of stars including Amrit Kapai, Bob The Drag Queen, Braunwyn Windham,Britney Haynes, Chrishell Stause, Christian Siriano, Derrick Levasseur, Greg Mathis Jr & Elliott Cooper, Jazz Jennings, Margaret Josephs, Meghan King, Monét X Change, Nicole Byer, Nicole Franzel, Paulie Califiore, Priyanka, Rachel Riley, Racquel Chevremont, Taylor Hale and Xavier Prather, Ilana Glazer, Zeke Thomas and Ts Madison.

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Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer A jury on Monday sided with Disney in a copyright trial involving “Moana,” clearing the company of an infringement suit brought by a screenwriter. The plaintiff, Buck Woodall, filed suit in 2020, alleging that “Moana” was based on his work entitled “Bucky the Wave Warrior.” After a two-week trial in federal court in Los Angeles, the eight-member jury found unanimously that Disney did not have access to the 2011 screenplay or earlier treatments. The jury deliberated for less than three hours.

NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and comedian Druski were both named in a lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Comedian Druski and NFL player Odell Beckham Jr. have been included in a sexual-assault lawsuit against Sean “Diddy,” Combs, the latest in more than 100 filed against the embattled rapper-entrepreneur, who has been in police custody since September.

It’s a commonly known fact that our body repairs itself when we sleep, and our skin is no exception. It often uses its eight hours to restore and protect itself from environmental aggressors and stress. Now, skincare brand ESPA, known for its indulgent, spa-like products, has reduced the price of its Tri-Active Resilience Rest & Recovery Night Balm by 20%.

Meet The Happy Hues Co, a line of quality , training pants, and wipes with joyful and inclusive designs founded by mom-of-three Eunique Jones Gibson. We're spotlighting the brand as part of our annual series—which spotlights .

DEI efforts. The first installment highlighted Latino representation in “Blue Beetle” and home renovation show “Rico to the Rescue.” But after regular updates in 2024, the digest went silent after the election of President Trump. Last week, the feature was dropped from the company’s DEI page, along with WBD’s commitments to equity and diversity outreach, as the company narrowed its focus to “inclusion.” The move came as Trump has sought to stamp out DEI programs at the federal level and threatened civil and criminal investigations of private companies.

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Greece, with its stunning landscapes, is a top pick for European holidaymakers, and the quaint town of Lindos in Rhodes offers some of the most awe-inspiring views.The nearby Lindian Village All Inclusive Resort Rhodes, Curio Collection by Hilton, is an ideal spot to soak up the beauty of Lindos and explore the island. Come April, Lindian Village will transform into a premium all-inclusive resort, catering to all sorts of guests – solo adventurers, honeymooners, older travellers – but it's particularly appealing for families seeking luxury.There's plenty to keep the kiddies entertained - two fabulous pools, a play area that had our two year old engrossed for hours, tasty child-friendly meals, and a top-notch kids' club.

Following Paramount Global yesterday, Disney a few weeks ago and a rush of tech and other corporate backtracking on DEI, Warner Bros. Discovery said it is making a few changes to its policy including dropping references to diversity and equity.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Warner Bros. Discovery, amid a war on diversity, equity and inclusion programs by the Trump administration, is jettisoning the diversity and equity parts of its DEI initiatives. Going forward, WBD’s “overarching work in this space will now be referred to as Inclusion,” according to a memo sent to staffers Thursday.

Jamie Lang ITV has announced an additional £80 million ($101.4 million) ring-fenced for diverse commissioning over the next three years, alongside doubling its Diversity Development Fund to £1 million ($1.3 million). This follows the success of the inaugural Diversity Commissioning Fund, launched in 2022, which originally committed £80 million ($101 million) over three years to support diverse-led projects and a £500,000 ($633,645) fund to help develop qualifying ideas.

At Apple’s annual meeting on February 25, an overwhelming percentage of shareholders rejected a proposal to scrap the tech giant’s diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.The National Center for Public Policy Research, a right-wing think tank that has been leading the charge against DEI policies in the corporate sphere, submitted a proposal demanding Apple scuttle its DEI programs and initiatives.NCPPR frequently claims that DEI initiatives are inherently racist, discriminating against whites, males, and other groups by elevating racial minorities and members of historically marginalized groups.In an effort to convince corporations to drop DEI, the organization has argued that keeping pro-diversity programs places them at greater risk of lawsuits from individuals, contractors, or suppliers who may claim to have been victims of discrimination.Apple countered the proposal with a statement saying it has an active oversight effort to avoid lawsuits. It argued that the proposal inappropriately restricts the company’s “ability to manage its own ordinary business operations, people and teams, and business strategies.”Shareholders ultimately defeated the NCPPR proposal, with 8.84 billion votes against it and only 210.45 million votes in favor of it.While Apple discloses diversity data about its employees, the company says it has not set targets or quotas.

In a memo to staff today, Paramount Global’s co-CEOs — George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins – advised on “changes in the way the company approaches inclusion moving forward,” the latest to capitulate to the Trump administration’s attempt to roll back DEI. “As a result, some of our policies must change to comply with these new mandates,” they said.