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USA Today
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'HBD, 'Jaws': You're 50! How to watch special TV presentation with Steven Spielberg
'HBD, 'Jaws': You're 50! How to watch special TV presentation with Steven Spielberg Show Caption Hide Caption Athlete marks 'Jaws' 50th anniversary with 60-mile swim Swimmer Lewis Pugh circumnavigated Martha's Vineyard to mark the 50th anniversary of the movie "Jaws" and draw attention to the plight of sharks. June marks five decades since a giant human-hunting shark swam into the seaside village of fictitious Amit, Massachusetts, terrorizing local beach-goers. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the horror movie 'Jaws', a three-hour film will air on NBC next week with a special introduction from the Hollywood blockbuster's director, Steven Spielberg, the network told USA TODAY on June 12. The horror film, famous for its terrifying two-note John Williams musical intro (dun-dunn... dun-dunn) hit theaters on June 20, 1975, bringing new meaning to the fear of what's in the sea. The movie features actors including Roy Scheider (police chief Martin Brody); Lorraine Gary (his wife Ellen Brody); Richard Dreyfuss (marine biologist Matt Hooper); and Robert Shaw (big fish hunter Quint). 'Universal is home to the biggest movies in the world, and it doesn't get any bigger than Jaws,' NBCUniversal Television & Streaming Chief Marketing Officer Jenny Storms said. 'We want to celebrate 50 years of this enduring film that has captured the public imagination for generations by bringing it to audiences at home in all the ways they love to watch.' Here's what to know about the special three-hour airing of the iconic film, including where to watch it, what day it airs, and what time it starts. Happy Birthday, 'Jaws'! 🦈 Nautica is making waves with a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary collection When does special 'JAWS' presentation air? NBC's three-hour presentation of the original film airs on June 20 at 8 p.m. ET/10 p.m. PT. Florida shark attack: 9-year-old girl bit by shark while snorkeling, family says How to watch 'Jaws' special NBC presentation at home Fans can watch the special presentation on NBC. JAWS turns 50 In addition to the three-hour presentation, beginning on June 15, 'Jaws' and its three sequels' Jaws 2'; 'Jaws 3' and 'Jaws: The Revenge' also air on Peacock. A big screen re-release is also set for Aug. 29. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
Chicago Tribune
a day ago
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Andrew graduate Zoe Tseng awarded $10K scholarship from Lighthouse Guild
Zoe Tseng, who just graduated from Andrew High School in Tinley Park, has learned to embrace the many challenges of being legally blind, taking on new activities such as line dancing. Tseng's hard work caught the attention of many teachers at Andrew, but also the scholarship committee from the Lighthouse Guild in New York City. The nonprofit awards scholarships to students with blindness or low-vision who 'have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and perseverance,' according to President and CEO Thomas Panek. In Tseng's case, the scholarship is worth $10,000. In addition to her high GPA and honors and advanced placement classes, she's also been mastering her knowledge and skills in psychology, which she'll be studying at the University of Illinois Chicago come fall. She also received the Rita Brud Scholarship from Tinley Park for $1,000 and the University of Illinois Chicago's yearly scholarship for $5,000. 'I like connecting with others and being able to help them,' said Tseng, adding she loved AP biology and learning about the brain and different aspects of personalities. 'It feels good.' Her extracurricular activities have often centered on that connection. She was a member of the Restorative Circles peer mediation group where she volunteered with an intervention specialist helping students who had gotten into fights, and participated in writing letters to veterans and residents of a retirement community. Tseng also was a Senior Leader at Andrew, and helped start a chapter of HOSA-Future Health Professionals. She also enjoys spending time with friends, riding a tandem bike with her family, reading and making and drinking bubble tea. Tseng hasn't let being legally blind stop her from these activities, but it's taken some doing. 'I wouldn't say it's no big deal because it is,' she said. 'I have to put a lot more effort into it than someone sighted. But I'm happy with how things are going for me. There are a lot of positives.' Tseng was born with cone-rod dystrophy, a genetic disorder that causes progressive loss of vision. She can still see, though everything is blurry and she wears sunglasses because of a sensitivity to light. But she's been working since third grade with Kathleen Redican, a teacher for the visually impaired at the Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education, who has taught her to use technology to help make up for what she can't see. So she learned to use the screen reader software called JAWS — Job Access With Speech, as well as VoiceOver on the phone, another screen reader, which uses touch and voice. Redican said Tseng has come a long way from being a quiet young girl to an independent, self confident teen who advocates for herself. 'She's extremely driven, she's motivated, she is one of the kindest people I know,' Redican said. 'She's just so considerate, so thoughtful. 'She has faced many barriers and challenges because of her vision impairment. I just feel like throughout her education, she has demonstrated remarkable perseverance, adaptability and independence.' At Andrew, Tseng received occasional assistance from special services aide Kim Duffy, who, for example, helped her learn to measure materials correctly in chemistry class. Tseng has also drawn, and returned, strength and support from classmates. 'I have the community of other blind students or students with disabilities,' she said. 'I understand what it's like to feel a little different or frustrated that I'm not like my peers.' Her success has been the result of a combination of 'drawing on the strength of those around us and being intrinsically motivated,' she said. Another source of support is more ineffable. 'Having a more personal relationship with the Lord, that's been a really big influence on me,' she said of being a parishioner and helping out at Lemont Church. 'I think the Lord's love is very influential.' Behind it all has been the support of her mother Katie, dad Robert and older sister, Sophia. Even their 11-year-old shih-tzu-poodle, Ginger, has had a role. Robert Tseng, her dad, said the family is continually impressed by Zoe. 'She has an interesting combination of being somebody who's very determined, perseveres through hardships, but also somebody at the same time who can connect with people — she's empathetic,'he said. 'I think that's a very interesting combination. 'Sometimes we scratch our heads … we're not sure where things come from,' he said. 'I think part of it is nature, the way they were born, and of course the people who have come into their lives. We have two daughters and they're each very special in their own ways,' he said. But he added that not being able to focus on a computer screen the way many people do could have been a benefit. 'It's a blessing in disguise,' he said. He said the support of the church, school and teachers have also been a difference. 'She's had some wonderful teachers,' he said. 'They've had such positive influences on her life.' Redican said her former pupil has left her mark on her and at school. 'Zoe has made such a positive impact on my life and the Victor J. Andrew Community,' said Redican. 'I know she will continue to positively impact others she will connect with as she pursues her college education at the University of Illinois Chicago.'
Scoop
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Legal Academic Says Samoa's Criminal Libel Law Should Go
, RNZ Pacific Senior Journalist An Auckland University law academic says the criminal libel law under which a prominent Samoan journalist has been charged should be repealed. Lagi Keresoma Keresoma, a senior journalist for Talamua Media, was charged under the Crimes Act 2013 on Sunday after publishing an article about a former police officer, whom she asserted had sought the help of the Head of State to withdraw charges brought against him. "A person who commits a crime under this section is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding 175 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 months," the Crimes Act states. The Journalists Association of Samoa (JAWS) has already called for the criminal libel law to be scrapped. It said this week that the law, specifically Section 117A of the Crimes Act, undermines media freedom, and any defamation issues can be dealt with in a civil court. JAWS gender representative to the International Federation of Journalists said Keresoma's arrest "raises serious concerns about the misuse of legal tools to independent journalism" in the country. Lagipoiva Cherelle Jackson called on the Samoan government "to urgently review and repeal criminal defamation laws that undermine democratic accountability and public trust in the justice system". The law was removed by the Samoan government in 2013, but was brought back in 2017, ostensibly to deal with issues arising on social media. Auckland University's Beatrice Tabangcoro told RNZ Pacific that this reintroduction was widely criticised at the time for its potential impact on freedom of speech and media freedom. She said that truth is a defence to the offence of false statement causing harm to reputation, but in the case of a journalist this can lead to them being compelled to reveal their sources. The academic said that the law remains unnecessary and impractical, and she pointed to the Samoa Police Commissioner telling media in 2023 that the law should be repealed as it is used "as a tool for harassing the media and is a waste of police resources". Tonga and Vanuatu are two other Pacific nations with the criminal libel law on their books, and it is something the media in both those countries have raised concerns about.
RNZ News
22-05-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Legal academic says Samoa's criminal libel law should go
Lagi Keresoma is the first female president of the Journalist Association of Samoa. Photo: Screengrab / Facebook / Pacific Media Assistance Scheme An Auckland University law academic says the criminal libel law under which a prominent Samoan journalist has been charged should be repealed. Lagi Keresoma Keresoma, a senior journalist for Talamua Media, was charged under the Crimes Act 2013 on Sunday after publishing an article about a former police officer, whom she asserted had sought the help of the Head of State to withdraw charges brought against him. "A person who commits a crime under this section is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding 175 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 months," the Crimes Act states. The Journalists Association of Samoa (JAWS) has already called for the criminal libel law to be scrapped. It said this week that the law, specifically Section 117A of the Crimes Act, undermines media freedom, and any defamation issues can be dealt with in a civil court. JAWS gender representative to the International Federation of Journalists said Keresoma's arrest "raises serious concerns about the misuse of legal tools to independent journalism" in the country. Lagipoiva Cherelle Jackson called on the Samoan government "to urgently review and repeal criminal defamation laws that undermine democratic accountability and public trust in the justice system". The law was removed by the Samoan government in 2013, but was brought back in 2017, ostensibly to deal with issues arising on social media. Beatrice Tabangcora Photo: University of Auckland Auckland University's Beatrice Tabangcoro told RNZ Pacific that this reintroduction was widely criticised at the time for its potential impact on freedom of speech and media freedom. She said that truth is a defence to the offence of false statement causing harm to reputation, but in the case of a journalist this can lead to them being compelled to reveal their sources. The academic said that the law remains unnecessary and impractical, and she pointed to the Samoa Police Commissioner telling media in 2023 that the law should be repealed as it is used "as a tool for harassing the media and is a waste of police resources". Tonga and Vanuatu are two other Pacific nations with the criminal libel law on their books, and it is something the media in both those countries have raised concerns about.
RNZ News
20-05-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Samoa press group calls for repeal of criminal libel laws after journalist charged
Lagi Keresoma is the first female president of the Journalist Association of Samoa. Photo: Screengrab / Facebook / Pacific Media Assistance Scheme The Journalists Association of Samoa (JAWS) wants the country to repeal its criminal libel laws. This comes after the association's president, a veteran Samoan journalist Lagi Keresoma, was charged by police under the law on Sunday. Keresoma, a senior journalist for Talamua Media, is facing one count of defamation. The complaint was lodged by a former police officer in relationg to an article she wrote on 1 May. In the article, she reported that a former police officer was seeking assistance from the Head of State to have charges against him withdrawn. The former officer is currently facing two charges of forgery related to a loan application, which he has denied. His case is pending in the Supreme Court. In a statement, JAWS said it stands in full solidarity with Keresoma, who is facing charges under the Crimes Act 2013. It said Section 117A of the Crimes Act should not be used to silence journalists and discourage investigative reporting. It said it is deeply concerning that Keresoma's integrity and professionalism are being prosecuted under a law that has long been criticised for its negative effect on media freedom. It is also calling for Section 117A to be repealed and for Samoa to return to a legal framework that protects press freedom and resolves defamation through civil remedies. JAWS said it stands with Keresoma and affirms her right to report freely and without fear of criminal prosecution.
