inclusion: Last News

Brent Lang Executive Editor When Cate Blanchett starts shooting a new movie or show, it’s always the same story. “It’s like Groundhog Day,” Blanchett said at the Kering Women in Motion Talks at the Cannes Film Festival on Monday. “I do the head count, and I’m back in the same place, working with men who I love working with and respect, [but] I’m walking on set and there’s 50 people on set and there’s three women.

Christopher Vourlias The Intl. Emerging Film Talent Foundation (IEFTF), a new Athens-based venture established to provide support for unheard and unseen talent, launches May 18 at the Cannes Film Festival during the ceremony for the Arab Cinema Center film awards at the Plage des Palmes.

A federal appeals court on Wednesday ruled a group of Montgomery County parents cannot “opt out” their children from classes in which lessons or books on LGBTQ-related topics are taught.

Harrison Butker has been going viral after a commencement speech during a Benedictine College graduation ceremony on Saturday (May 11).

Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer After sharing some strong feelings about being left out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in December, Cher has reversed her stance on the subject following her nomination this year. While on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” late last year, the iconic singer stated that her omission left her with a sour taste and that she would never join the Hall of Fame if they offered.

Lycans Martial Arts Academy in Kilmarnock is offering free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for women and teenagers this month.

Imagine a workplace where employees have a stake in the company's success, where decisions are made collectively, and where the bottom line is shared more equally.

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Eurovision ratings have apparently plunged amidst several controversies and boycott calls for this year’s edition.This year, the contest has faced criticism for its inclusion of Israel due to their role in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Due to this political neutrality clause, the EBU announced they reserved the right to remove Palestinian flags and symbols, and would go on to censor Irish contestant Bambie Thug for wearing the word ‘ceasefire’ and ‘freedom for Palestine’ as a hidden message on their costume.Israel’s inclusion prompted boycott calls from the LGBT+ community towards UK entry Olly Alexander, reasoning that the competition was “providing cultural cover and endorsement for the catastrophic violence that Israel has unleashed on Palestinians.”Over 1,000 Swedish artists called for Israel to be banned this year – including Robyn, Fever Ray, and First Aid Kit – and more than 1,400 Finnish music industry professionals have signed a petition to ban the country from taking part in the contest as well.

Eurovision entry Iolanda’s video was reportedly replaced with previous footage due to “pro-Palestine motifs” on her nails.Last night’s contest saw Swiss entry Nemo crowned as its first nonbinary winner in a year marked with controversy due to the EBU’s struggle to enforce its political neutrality clause. This was especially notable in the inclusion of Israel this year, due to their role in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.

Pat Saperstein Deputy Editor The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge awarded prizes in several categories at a Thursday event on the Sony Pictures Studios lot in Culver City. The Disability Film Challenge is celebrating 11 years of advocating for diversity, equity and inclusion in the entertainment industry.

Emma Corrin opened up about awards show categories and their identity in a new interview.

Naman Ramachandran The 50-strong cohort for the fourth iteration of the TV Collective’s groundbreaking Breakthrough Leaders program has been unveiled. The initiative is in partnership with Fremantle, BBC Studios, Amazon, SKY, and ITV Studios. The program has identified and will empower 50 exceptional individuals from Black, Asian and global majority (a collective term for people of Indigenous, African, Asian, Latin American descent, who constitute some 85% of the global population) backgrounds who are poised to become the future leaders of the U.K.

The highly anticipated clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is finally on the horizon.Originally scheduled for earlier this year, Saturday, May 18 is now the date the two giants of boxing will lock horns. It's been over two decades since the heavyweight division witnessed a unified world champion, with Lennox Lewis holding that distinction back in 1999 and boxing fans will now get to see another holder of all four belts.Now, with Fury and Usyk set to collide in a major undisputed fight, the excitement among boxing enthusiasts, both casual and die-hard, is palpable in the lead-up to the huge night which is taking place in Saudi Arabia. In an interesting turn of events, there's been an inclusion of a rematch clause which ensures that, regardless of the outcome, Fury and Usyk will cross paths once again, hinting at the potential for a compelling series between the two.

By ’s look a sheer draped sparkly silver dress, a somewhat random gray knit shawl, and was designed to make her waist look about the width of a pencil. Does that make you mad? That was probably the goal.At least, that’s what it seems like at this point.

When I was in seminary, I worked at my home church, the same church where I grew up. One spring Sunday, our young, dynamic, community-focused pastor shared that she would be departing from our church – and entering the business world as an entrepreneur. It was a shock, but we are United Methodist, and from time to time, pastors move. But this pastor was particularly beloved, incredibly gifted, talented, and creative. So our hearts were heavy that day as we pondered life without her in our church. The choir sang a gospel standard as she finished her message: “The Storm is Passing Over.” For me, there was a squall of grief, tears, and then, following some deep breaths, a sense of acceptance. 

Ukraine’s former Eurovision winner Jamala says her country can’t afford to boycott the song contest, because it needs to use the occasion to remind the rest of Europe of its invasion by Russia.

A primary school has received a glowing report card after being scrutinised by inspectors.

A new free bike loan scheme has been launched in Greater Manchester for people with long-term health conditions and disabilities to get into cycling.

Lexi Carson Disney’s “Launchpad,” the anthology series of American independent short films will return for its third season. Submissions for the new season are now open through June 2.

Inclusivity in makeup is SO important! But this brand is under fire after social media users accused them of going about it all wrong!