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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Emmy-nominated film about sugarcane burning to be shown May 31 at West Palm library
A special screening of an Emmy-nominated film, "Bittersweet Muck," about sugarcane burning in the Glades will be shown May 31 at the Mandel Library in West Palm Beach. NBC 6 consumer investigative reporter Sasha Jones produced the film, seeking to continue the conversation around cane burning, according to her Facebook page. The documentary paints a portrait of impoverished small towns around Lake Okeechobee whose residents of color endure as many as eight months of burning every year. The Palm Beach Post in 2022 was a Pulitzer finalist along with its partner ProPublica for their investigative series, Black Snow, on the harmful health effects of the burning on residents of Belle Glade, Pahokee and other small cities in the Glades. They call the ash that rains down on their families and their property each year "black snow." In a practice banned by other countries that grow sugarcane, powerful companies burn the stalks of the leafy plants before harvest. Mothers and schools keep children indoors. Nebulizers, machines that ease breathing, are often in use. Inhalers are so intertwined with childhood that they come in toy-like cartoon-character dispensers. The big sugar companies, headquartered in one of the largest sugarcane growing areas of the country, say the air quality in the Glades has some of the cleanest air in Florida. The screening begins at 2 p.m. with a Q&A afterward including panelists Jones, Colin Walkes, former mayor of Pahokee; Dr. Ankush K. Bansal, president, Physicians for Social Responsibility Florida; and attorney Patrick Ferguson, senior organizing representative of Sierra Club Florida. Holly Baltz is the investigations editor at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach her at hbaltz@ This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Emmy-nominated sugarcane burning film to be shown in West Palm Beach
Edinburgh Live
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
TV crime drama with unheard of 100% Rotten Tomatoes score sees fans 'make demand'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Crime drama fanatics have been entranced by Black Snow, a series earning a shining 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Currently streaming on AMC Plus and Sundance Now, and available on BBC iPlayer for UK viewers, the show has garnered immense approval for its enthralling narrative. The series focuses on Detective James Cormack as he investigates previously unsolved cases while grappling with his personal mission to uncover the truth behind his brother's disappearance from their childhood. Although it kicked off in 2023, it's the latest season's release that's sparking fresh conversations this year. Hailing from Australia and having premiered originally on Stan, Black Snow has been an absolute hit thanks largely to Queensland's captivating backdrops where filming took place. The series' engaging content has not only scored it top marks on Rotten Tomatoes but also generated lively discussions amongst its Reddit fan base. READ MORE - A Place in the Sun's Jasmine Harman says she 'underestimated chaos' of Spain move READ MORE - Buckingham Palace issue major King Charles update and it's 'first time in 17 years' It appears that the show has successfully captured a global audience with its compelling content. One eager fan shared: "Love it, especially as someone who knows the region pretty well. Always nice to see mountains and scenery you've grown up with.", reports Surrey Live. Another viewer is playing the waiting game, stating: "I also loved S1. We've decided to wait till all the eps after E2 drop before watching them though." Offering their two cents, another spectator commented: "Damn, literally just finished watching the new episode, liking s2 a lot so far, really enjoyed s1." Voicing their appreciation for the series prominence, one fan remarked: "This is such a good series. Haven't watched a good one like this in a while. I really hope they end up making a third season." Meanwhile, a fourth fan heaped praise on the show, saying: "Brilliant show. I hope it returns for season three this year." An American viewer, having just binge-watched the first season, shared their enthusiasm: "American here, just binged first season. Holy s**t, y'all know how to create a great story. Starting second season now." Starring Travis Fimmel as Detective James Cormack, the gripping drama series premiered in 2019. The show follows Cormack as he leads an investigation into the cold case murder of teenager Isabel Baker in the fictional town of Ashford. As the series unfolds, Cormack becomes determined to uncover the truth, while also dealing with his own personal tragedy - the unsolved disappearance of his younger brother in 1994. This adds another layer to the thrilling narrative that fans have clearly taken to. One critic on Rotten Tomatoes praised the show, saying: "It could have been a disaster, but it isn't. It's a real breath of fresh air." Another reviewer noted the series' unique qualities, stating: "This is a moody, well-made crime drama that explores a lesser-known aspect of Australian culture and history, making it definitely worth adding to your watchlist." Acknowledging the show's multifaceted narrative, another reviewer commented: "Come for Australia's latest must-stream crime drama, and the first of 2023, but stay for a show that embraces and interrogates much more than its recognisable basic setup typically indicates."
Boston Globe
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
‘You,' ‘Conclave,' and more TV shows and movies to stream this weekend
Tom Hardy in "Havoc." Netflix 'Havoc' Tom Hardy and gritty action movies go together like cheese and crackers with a fine wine. The Available on Netflix 'The Return' Not to be confused with director Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'The Odyssey' (starring Matt Damon), director Uberto Pasolini already brought the legendary work of Homer to the big screen last year in 'The Return,' streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime. Ralph Fiennes plays the Greek hero, now bedraggled and broken as he returns after 20 years to find his kingdom in disarray following the end of the Trojan War. Available on Paramount+ with Showtime Advertisement Bonus pick: After steaming up video-on-demand platforms with its TV shows now available to stream Travis Fimmel in "Black Snow." Sundance Now 'Black Snow' Travis Fimmel ( Available on AMC+ Advertisement 'You' Penn Badgley's Joe Goldberg is ready to come home in the fifth and final season of Netflix's fan-favorite thriller 'You,' which debuted this week. An obsessive killer and possibly the world's worst boyfriend/husband, Joe has a lot of blood on his hands as he returns to the Big Apple following his murderous escapades across the pond in season 4. But will the ghosts of his past come back to haunt him? Available on Netflix Binge-worthy weekend TV pick "Planet Earth III" arrived on Max this week. Florian Schulz Productions/BBCA/BBC STUDIOS 'Planet Earth III' When it comes to nature documentaries, there's no better presenter than Sir David Attenborough, who returned for BBC's 'Planet Earth III' in 2023. The latest installment in the Emmy-winning series, which is now streaming on Max, reexamines the relationship between man and the planet, putting a spotlight on the natural world and the people who dedicate their lives to protecting it. Available on Max Movie night pick From left: Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci in "Conclave." Focus Features 'Conclave' A lot of people decided to watch Available on Prime Video Matt Juul is the assistant digital editor for the Living Arts team at the Boston Globe, with over a decade of experience covering arts and entertainment. Advertisement Matt Juul can be reached at
BBC News
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
What's new to watch on BBC iPlayer? APRIL
Spring has arrived! The sunshine isn't the only thing to look forward to this month, we've also got a wealth of brand new shows, fantastic films, and unmissable drama on BBC iPlayer. Scroll down to discover just some of the things coming to BBC iPlayer in April. But don't worry, there's lots more to explore on BBC iPlayer. What's new on BBC iPlayer in April? Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone Tuesday 1 April In a new series Ashley Cain visits some of the world's most dangerous places to deep-dive into issues that affect young men born into a life where criminality has become a form of survival. After an insider secures him an intro, he'll use his curiosity, physicality and sheer force of personality to earn peoples' trust and infiltrate an infamous underworld. In each episode Ashley explores the reasons why young men in each location have chosen a life of extreme criminality. He will be pushed to his physical and emotional limits, form personal bonds with complex men, and explore extreme male cultures he never knew existed. Watch Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone on BBC iPlayer. Add to your Watchlist now More: Ashley Cain says Into the Danger Zone revealed "I'm not as fearless as I thought" Stacey & Joe Tuesday 1 April In this brand new series, cameras follow the lives of Stacey and Joe, their children, four ducks and two dogs. With exclusive behind the scenes access, viewers are given a refreshing, honest take on their modern blended family. Raising their 'pickles', Zach, Leighton, Rex, Rose and Belle who are aged between 16 and one, is no mean feat especially combined with busy work schedules and ambitious passion projects like building a two acre fishing lake. Watch Stacey & Joe on BBC iPlayer The Secret Genius of Modern Life Wednesday 2 April, 8pm Hannah Fry is back for a second series where she uncovers the secrets behind the miraculous technologies of the modern world, revealing the mind-blowing stories behind their invention. In episode one of the new series Hannah takes a look at the air fryer – a device that is rapidly taking over people's kitchens, cooking up everything from bread rolls to baked Alaska and almost making ovens obsolete. Watch the previous series of Secret Genius of Modern Life of BBC iPlayer Black Snow Friday 4 April, 9pm Zoe Jacobs disappeared without a trace in 2003, on the night of her 21st birthday party. Many believe Zoe ran away, but others suspect she was murdered. When police officer Sam Kahlil discovers Zoe's backpack, Detective James Cormack is called in to investigate. Watch the first series of Black Snow on BBC iPlayer Austin Friday 4 April, 9.30pm A new BBC Comedy starring Ben Miller and Sally Phillips. Within hours of best-selling children's author Julian Hartswood being cancelled for reposting a white supremacist, he discovers he has a neurodivergent son called Austin. Meanwhile, Julian's wife and work partner Ingrid calculate that Austin was conceived when she and Julian were first dating. Watch Austin on BBC iPlayer from Friday 4 April More: Behind the scenes of Austin - meet the cast and creatives of a new BBC comedy as they reveal what really happens off set Reunion Monday 7 April, 9pm Brand-new thriller of revenge and redemption following the journey of Daniel Brennan, a deaf man determined to right his wrongs while unravelling the truth behind the events that led him to prison. Starring Matthew Gurney, Lara Peake, Anne-Marie Duff, Eddie Marsan and Rose Ayling-Ellis, the bilingual series, filmed in and around Sheffield, features both British Sign lLanguage (BSL) and spoken English. Watch Reunion on BBC iPlayer from Monday 7 April More: BBC unveils first look at new epic revenge thriller Reunion Simon Schama: The Road to Auschwitz Monday 7 April, 9pm In the most personal and unflinching film of his career, historian Simon Schama confronts the Holocaust as not just a Nazi obsession, but as a European-wide crime of complicity. Watch The Road To Auschwitz on BBC iPlayer from Monday 7 April More: BBC to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau What They Found Monday 7 April Directed by Sam Mendes, this is the story of two soldier-cameramen, Sgt Mike Lewis and Sgt Bill Laurie, who witnessed the liberation of Belsen during the closing days of World War II. Watch What They Found on BBC iPlayer from Monday 7 April More: Sam Mendes directs first documentary What They Found for BBC Two and iPlayer How to Win The Champions League Wednesday 9 April When it comes to lifting Europe's most coveted football trophy, what are the secrets of success? This documentary tells the story of Liverpool's Champions League win in 2019, uncovering how Jurgen Klopp galvanised a team – and the red half of the city – to deliver a sixth European title. Watch series one of How to Win the Champions League on BBC iPlayer Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr Thursday 10 April New series. Ten talented designers. One life-changing contract. Alan Carr and interiors guru Michelle Ogundehin are on the hunt for talent, passion and dazzling designs. Watch the previous series of Interior Design Masters on BBC iPlayer
Wall Street Journal
13-03-2025
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
‘Rain of Ruin' Review: Fire From the Skies
Of the lingering controversies of World War II, perhaps the most intensely debated is America's bombing of Japan's cities. The two most dramatic forms—the firebombing raids in the spring of 1945, which killed more than a quarter-million civilians, and the better-known atomic bombings that summer—pitted morality against necessity as both sides groped for a way to end the war on acceptable terms. The air campaigns have been covered from many angles in recent books. Malcolm Gladwell's 'The Bomber Mafia' (2021) focuses on the apostles of strategic bombing, notably Maj. Gen. Curtis LeMay, the chief architect of the firebombings. James M. Scott's brilliant 'Black Snow' (2022) balances America's drive to end the war against heartrending stories of ordinary Japanese citizens caught in the bombsights. Max Hastings's 'Retribution' (2007) frames the bombings in the context of the wider war for Asia. In 'Rain of Ruin' Richard Overy, a British historian whose books include 'The Dictators' (2004), distills the atomic bombing campaign—and its precursor, the incendiary strikes—into a single moral issue. As he writes, 'The question asked is usually 'was it necessary?'; the question, however, should really be 'why was it thought to be necessary at the time?'' The strategy of scorching densely populated cities wasn't the initiative of a single, bloody-minded general of the Strangelove stripe. 'Area bombing' of urban centers—a shift from pinpoint bombing of factories and military targets—had been studied by the U.S. Army Air Forces since 1943. The Office of Strategic Services analyzed Japan's urban demographics to find areas most vulnerable to fire. Air Forces analysts dissected the results of Britain's carpet bombing of German cities, and a replica village of typical Japanese homes was erected in a Utah desert to test the effects of napalm attacks.
