Summer has ended, and school is in session as Quinta Brunson and Abbott Elementary taught a masterclass at the 6 th Annual Black Reel TV Awards presented by idobi . Brunson and her freshman comedy, Abbott Elementary proved that it’s just simple math as they racked up seven wins at this year’s Black Reel Television Awards. She won four awards on her own as she received Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series for Abbott Elementary and Outstanding Guest Actress for A Black Lady Sketch Show . Brunson triumphed in a surprise upset of the comedy actress category over Issa Rae , the sentimental favorite, in her farewell season of Insecure . While Glover led the pack in individual nominations with five , he was able to take home one win for Outstanding Actor, Comedy Series for Atlanta . HBO cashed in on their record 40 nominations this year with a total of 10 wins. … [Read more...] about Black Reel TV Awards: Quinta Brunson & ‘Abbott Elementary’ Lead Winners List
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Russian Journalist Interrogated for 14 Hours After Anti-War Protest
The journalist who crashed a Russian state-run news broadcast to protest the invasion of Ukraine says she was interrogated for 14 hours and denied access to her lawyer and was not able to contact her family. Marina Ovsyannikova made the remarks at a brief news conference on Tuesday following an appearance in court. Kevin Rothrock , an editor at Meduza, an independent Russian and English-language news outlet, reports that Ovsyannikova was fined 30,000 (about $280) for inciting protests and released. Ovsyannikova says she will speak more on Wednesday after she gets some sleep. And here she is in court! Marina Ovsyannikova! https://t.co/6OHalWLRYZ pic.twitter.com/B5R5W1DtRV — Kevin Rothrock (@KevinRothrock) March 15, 2022 Ovsyannikova made her bold protest on a live evening newscast on Monday, appearing suddenly behind an anchor while holding a sign that read, “No War,” in English, followed by the following text, translated from Russian: “Stop the war. Don’t … [Read more...] about Russian Journalist Interrogated for 14 Hours After Anti-War Protest
FBI Faces an ‘Unprecedented’ Number of Threats Following Mar-a-Lago Search
The FBI is experiencing an “unprecedented” number of threats against its agents and personnel after the agency searched former President Donald Trump ’s Mar-a-Lago resort and removed a trove of sensitive documents, CNN reported. FBI and Homeland Security emphasized extremists’ growing threats to law enforcement in a joint bulletin published Sunday by CBS News. “The FBI and DHS have observed an increase in threats to federal law enforcement and, to a lesser extent, other law enforcement and government officials following the FBI’s recent execution of a search warrant in Palm Beach, Florida,” the bulletin said. “These threats are occurring primarily online and across multiple platforms, including social media sites, web forums, video sharing platforms, and image boards.” The bulletin went on to add that “the FBI and DHS have observed an increase in violent threats posted on social media against federal officials and facilities, including a threat to place a so-called … [Read more...] about FBI Faces an ‘Unprecedented’ Number of Threats Following Mar-a-Lago Search
Alex Wagner Talks About Her Debut As Permanent MSNBC Primetime Host: “This Is Going To Be A Different Show”
When Alex Wagner debuts her new MSNBC show on Tuesday, she will be taking on an unusual arrangement that came about following Rachel Maddow’s contract renewal with NBCUniversal. While Maddow, the network’s top-rated personality, will continue to host her show on Mondays, Wagner will fill the 9 p.m. PT slot the rest of the week. Comparisons are inevitable, but while Alex Wagner Tonight will share the same executive producer with The Rachel Maddow Show, Cory Gnazzo, and Maddow has figured in promotions for the debut, Wagner said, “This is going to be a different show.” “We are trying to figure out the ways we can carry through some of the incredible intellectual rigor and informative analysis that Rachel has established in the 9 p.m. hour, and how we can make a through line with what we do Tuesday through Friday, and also add in some new elements that are reflective of my experience,” Wagner said in an interview with Deadline. “It’s been a lot of brainstorming, a lot … [Read more...] about Alex Wagner Talks About Her Debut As Permanent MSNBC Primetime Host: “This Is Going To Be A Different Show”
Independence Day 2022: Bollywood Films Based On Real Life Heroes To Binge-Watch On August 15
Besides the quintessential and quirky love stories, rib-tickling comedies, nail-biting thrillers and splendid magnum opuses, Hindi cinema has also been bringing true accounts of courage, valour and sacrifice on the celluloid. Over the years, the portrayal of patriotism might have changed on screen but the sentiment continues to remain the same. As India celebrates its 75th year of independence today (August 15), here's a curated list of Bollywood films based on real life heroes which will make your hearts swell with pride. Major Adivi Sesh's portrayal of NSG Commando Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan in the 2022 film Major makes for a touching watch. Based on the life of the 26/11 hero who died fighting terrorists at the Taj Hotel in 2008, the film is a perfect balance of thrills and emotions. Sardar Udham Vicky Kaushal stepped into the shoes of Indian revolutionary Udham Singh for this Shoojit Sarcar directorial. The biopic is a cinematic retelling … [Read more...] about Independence Day 2022: Bollywood Films Based On Real Life Heroes To Binge-Watch On August 15