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Daily Mirror
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Harry Potter fans only now spot 'major flaw' in one of series' biggest moments
Harry Potter fans believe they have discovered a "major flaw" in the series, with the rules of a game featured heavily in the early books from J.K. Rowling picked apart by Potterheads A "major flaw" has been found by fans of Harry Potter, who think one of the series' biggest moments is lacking. The Daniel Radcliffe -starring series spanned eight films and HBO are set to revive the J.K. Rowling book series with a remake, but fans are wondering whether a "huge error" will be rectified in the upcoming HBO remake. Harry Potter fans took to Reddit to discuss the issue, which can be traced all the way back to the books. An "unpopular opinion" was posted to the r/HarryPotter subreddit, where fans believe they have uncovered a huge problem with the fictional game, Quidditch. The game Quidditch appears in the Harry Potter series frequently, and features two teams of wizards attempting to score points by netting various balls in three hoops. But the Golden Snitch, a crucial plot element and part of the fictional game, has some detractors. One user wrote: "The rule/function of the golden snitch in Quidditch is stupid and completely ruins what would otherwise be an awesome sport to watch. "Imagine if in basketball each team had a player out in the parking lot trying to catch a frog for the win. You're watching a great gamer that's been neck and neck and then suddenly the buzzer sounds halfway through. 'The game is over, Ramirez has just got the parking lot frog.'" It's a sentiment shared by some of Harry Potter's biggest fans. One user wrote: "Not unpopular, just true, quidditch is designed as a mock sport." Another fumed: "It fit the early series much better, back when it was more of a fairy tale world and hadn't become too self-serious with its world building." A third shared: "Back when the books were aiming to be more whimsy than realistic, Quidditch was designed as a mockery of sports. Hence, how ridiculous it functions as a game." Despite the apparent mockery of sports, Quidditch initially proved popular with fans of the series. Other fans were keen to point out that, while catching the Golden Snitch would end the game, it was not necessarily an automatic win. One user wrote: "You don't win if you get the snitch. It's 150 points. It's to balance the game out if you are getting slaughtered. "The game ends when it's caught. It's strategy to hold off catching it in some cases." Another added: "Unpopular opinion: this is how basketball already feels. Two teams just take turns being in the lead and eventually the timer runs out and the team whose turn it was to be in the lead at that moment wins. It's like a two-hour game of eeny-meany-meiny-moe." A third wrote: "But overall you're correct, it was designed this way for story purposes; any other sport it would be silly to think a 6th grader could play a physical sport with high schoolers and contribute to wins."
Al Etihad
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Step into the wizarding world of Hogwarts – right here in Manarat Al Saadiyat
17 July 2025 22:18 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)From July 25 to September 14, 'Harry Potter: The Exhibition' makes its spellbinding UAE debut at Manarat Al Saadiyat, transforming the Abu Dhabi venue into a fully immersive Wizarding World exhibit will impress fans of the fictional world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with genuine props and costumes from the popular movies and interactive attractions, including Quidditch challenges and potion say the experience has been thoughtfully reimagined for Abu Dhabi's cultural landscape, combining the magic of JK Rowling's universe with cutting-edge technology and personalised storytelling. Speaking to Aletihad , Tom Zaller, President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., said, 'Harry Potter: The Exhibition offers a fresh perspective on the beloved stories by blending authentic elements from the films along with the extended world of Harry Potter with innovative and interactive elements. 'While the core experience celebrates the global phenomenon, we always consider the unique cultural landscape of each host city.'Spotlighting Abu Dhabi, he added, 'In Abu Dhabi, this means ensuring our presentation resonates with local audiences, amplifying the themes of wonder, discovery and connection that are universal, yet can be appreciated through a regional lens.'At the heart of the exhibition is cutting-edge technology that transforms visitors from spectators into participants; whether they are brewing potions, casting spells, or even searching for Golden Snitch medallions with their interactive wristbands.'We have harnessed best-in-class immersive design and technology to bring the world of Harry Potter to life in exciting new ways,' Zaller explained.'For interactive experiences like potion brewing and spell-casting, we utilise advanced digital touch screens that allow visitors to genuinely engage with the exhibits. Our goal is to create captivating and authentic interactions that allow visitors to feel like they are part of the narrative.'That sense of personal engagement is key to the storytelling. From the moment visitors enter, they can choose their Hogwarts house, select a wand and identify their Patronus - all of which shapes their journey through the exhibition. 'Audience participation is central to the storytelling experience,' Zaller emphasised. 'These actions foster a sense of friendly competition and belonging, turning passive observation into an active adventure. Each guest creates their own indelible memories.'For Zaller, Abu Dhabi is more than just a stop on a global tour - it is a natural home for this kind of cultural spectacle,' he said.'Abu Dhabi is an exceptionally fitting city for hosting Harry Potter: The Exhibition. Our expansion into the Middle East is a testament to Imagine's dedication to bringing world-class experiences to new audiences.' He concluded, 'Abu Dhabi has firmly established itself as a vibrant centre for culture and entertainment. There is something for every type of fan to discover and enjoy, and I am honoured to bring the exhibition to this captivating city.'
Daily Record
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Travellers enjoy award-winning holidays across Britain from £40pp including 'mystery breaks'
Caledonian Travel has destinations spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe. Whether travellers are dreaming of a peaceful coastal retreat, a city escape, or an event-filled adventure, there's no shortage of great travel experiences waiting to be discovered. Now Caledonian Travel is offering destinations spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, and options that range from cultural city breaks and family fun to top theatre shows and sporting events, there's something for every kind of traveller. From deposits starting at a low price of £40 per person with 1000s of breaks under £100, travellers can take trips from departure points across East and West Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. The list of trips includes Coach Holidays and Coach Tours to Blackpool, with prices beginning at £229 for five days throughout July. While in Blackpool, one of the UK's most popular seaside resorts, those on the trip can see a number of highlights, including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the Blackpool Tower, Blackpool Beach, the zoo, and Madame Tussauds. Another option is a trip to Loch Lomond which is located in central Scotland and is said to be well-situated for exploring the Trossachs National Park. Travellers can grab a three day stay for £119 which is home to many picturesque towns, villages, historic castles, lochs and viewpoints. For a family friendly trip, there is also the option of LEGOLAND Windsor Resort from £149 for a two day stay or £229 for three days. The park is set over 150 acres of land and offers twelve themed lands along with over 55 interactive rides, live shows and attractions. For Harry Potter fans, they can get the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter for £179.10 for two days. This tour will give shoppers the chance to explore the sets used in the films, stepping into the Great Hall, Forbidden Forest and Diagon Alley. They will also be able to marvel at iconic props, including Harry's glasses and wand, Hermoine's time-turner and the Golden Snitch. If this isn't what shoppers are after, they could try other platforms such as which offers staycations at locations like Brighton. There are deals for the Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront for £140 for one night and travellers will have access to the seafront, swimming pools and parking. Another option is on staycationholidays where there are options of larger spaces such as Semer Barns in the Rural Suffolk, which sleeps 13 people for between £2,477 and £4,241, has eight bedrooms, two private patios and an outdoor heated pool. However, Caledonian Travel has received a 4.6 out of 5 5-star rating from more than 27,000 reviews on Trustpilot. One person said: "Booking was fast and easy." "Brilliant day trip with a Loch Lomond Cruise and Afternoon Tea at Arrochar!" said another traveller. Not everyone enjoyed their experience with the brand, however. One person wrote: "The booking experience wasn't very good." But another customer said: "Found what I wanted and booking completed with ease."
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A Clinical Psychologist Is Begging Parents and Grandparents To Find the ‘Golden Snitch' Around Kids
Parade aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. When most people hear "Golden Snitch," they likely immediately think about the small ball used in Quidditch, the fictional sport from Harry Potter. During these games, the "Seeker" from each team is trying to locate and catch the Snitch while the rest of the players attempt to score and block goals. It's a chaotic and lively setting in the books and movies—much like a household with young kids. It's fitting, then, that Stanford professor and Duke-trained psychologist Dr. Caroline Fleck, author of Validation: How the Skill Set That Revolutionized Psychology Will Transform Your Relationships, Increase Your Influence, and Change Your Life, swears by a certain parenting tool that involves moms and dads seeking their own "Golden Snitch" around their kids. Related: 11 Scientifically-Proven Strategies for Raising Happy Kids and Grandkids, According to a Child Psychologist The 'Golden Snitch' Parenting Tool, According to a Clinical Psychologist "The 'Golden Snitch' refers to an effective response in a child that would otherwise get overshadowed by more problematic behavior," Dr. Fleck explains. While she talks more about this concept in Validation, she gives Parade an idea of what this looks like. Related: Child Psychologists Are Begging Parents and Grandparents To Start Using This One Confidence-Boosting Phrase "I give the example of my daughter, who agreed that the sugary morning snack her school provided was ruining her appetite for lunch," Dr. Fleck shares. "We said that if she ate the school's 'snack' in the morning, she couldn't have dessert after dinner. I was sure this contingency would work—my kid lives for post-dinner dessert—but it didn't. She kept eating the snack at school, not eating her lunch, and coming home ravenous and unruly. I was frustrated with her for not listening to us, disappointed with the school for providing Oreo cookie muffins and calling them 'snacks,' and frustrated with myself for failing to turn things around. With all of this negativity flying around, I would have stood no chance of finding the Golden Snitch in this situation if I hadn't been in the habit of actively seeking it." Wait—what was it, then? "The Golden Snitch—the effective response I would have missed—was her honesty," Dr. Fleck explains. "She could have easily lied about eating the snack so she wouldn't miss out on dessert, but she didn't. This was particularly impressive because she'd recently started experimenting with lying. We'd caught her in a couple of lies and talked to her about the importance of honesty, but it wouldn't have surprised me if she saw an opportunity to use the magical power of lying to secure her dessert after dinner. But she didn't. She had the opportunity to lie, and she didn't take it." Related: A Clinical Psychologist Is Begging Parents and Grandparents To Stop Making This Punishment Mistake By finding something positive to focus on and call out, your child or grandchild has the opportunity to feel seen and understood more deeply—helping instill self-confidence instead of shame. "Positively reinforcing her honesty at this moment by validating it—'I realize you had the opportunity to lie and didn't take it; I'm proud of you,'—is the most effective way to ensure she takes the path of honesty next time she's in a similar fork in the road," Dr. Fleck continues. "The lesson here is that whenever a kid is struggling to make progress in one domain (e.g., skipping the morning snack), look to see if there's progress in another (e.g., honesty). Kids do not develop when and where we expect them to. Ask yourself, 'If I had to reinforce something, what would it be?'" Up Next: Related: The Surprising Phrase You Should Stop Saying to Your Child or Grandchild—and What To Say Instead Source: Courtesy Dr. Caroline Fleck
Campaign ME
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
PUMA taps emotional appeal with Harry Potter collaboration
PUMA and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products has brought the magical world of the Harry Potter franchise to life with a limited-edition collection. Inspired by PUMA's sports heritage and driven by consumer-led design, the partnership comprises apparel, footwear, and accessories that are designed around two of Hogwarts' iconic houses, Gryffindor and Slytherin. Featuring richly detailed designs that take cues from the Hogwarts Quidditch pitch, the collection features tracksuits, jerseys, hoodies, t-shirts and two reimagined PUMA Palermo drops that include tasteful accents such as the Golden Snitch and Hogwarts house-inspired crests. 'With Harry Potter, we're not just selling products — we're connecting with a story people love,' said Jonathan Bannister, Head of Marketing GCC at PUMA Middle East. He explained that brand collaborations such as this aim to resonate with consumers in a way that increases brand value and brand perception. 'When you blend that magic with PUMA's sport heritage, it creates something that feels personal. That emotional pull builds stronger brand love and gives our audience something truly unique,' he said. The global recognition of the Harry Potter franchise inspired the collection. Bannister said, 'Harry Potter is huge globally, and we saw strong fan energy in the Middle East.' He also explained that PUMA took on the collaboration to allow consumers to express their identity through their style. 'The Hogwarts houses gave us a perfect way to tie identity into fashion, and that idea of self-expression really clicked with what our consumers are looking for,' he explained. In terms of the feedback to the collection from consumers in the region, Bannister said PUMA stores in the Middle East 'benefited greatly by the unisex capsule release which was reflected in the overall sales performance of the product range.' According to him, the success of the collaboration boils down to integral detailing that brought to life the 'Hogwarts persona'. For witches, wizards, and Muggles alike, the PUMA x Harry Potter is available on the PUMA website, flagship stores and selected PUMA retailers.
