New movie starring Millie Bobby Brown has become Netflix’s most watched film

Mar 15 2024

A new Netflix fantasy film starring Millie Bobby Brown has taken the platform by storm becoming the streaming service’s top watched film as of 2024 even though it was released only a few days ago on the 8th of March.

The film titled ‘Damsel’ follows Brown in the titular role as Elodie, a princess who goes against tradition by not waiting for her prince charming to save her, instead later being targeted by him. After that, the princess has to fight through her own story and work for her own happy ending. Brown mentioned she’s never seen a story like this before.

Although it received mixed reviews from critics and only a 57% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the movie has soared to great success on Netflix, consistently holding the number one spot on Netflix’s Global Top Ten since its release.

According to Netflix’s TUDUM website, ‘Damsel’ has already been viewed a staggering 35,300,000 times which amounted to 64,800,000 hours viewed. Those stats comfortably established the reverse fairy tale as the top-performing film of 2024 thus far, claiming the number one spot.

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Meghan Markle Launches Mysterious Lifestyle Brand

Mar 15 2024

Meghan Markle has unveiled a new lifestyle brand, inspired by the couple’s residence in California.

The brand ‘American Riviera Orchard’ was officially unveiled to the public via an Instagram page and website launch on Thursday. Except for the unveiling of a gold crest and the name Montecito, a nod to their place of residence, nothing else is known about the brand. The brand’s social media biography simply states “by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex.”

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With the majority of information under wraps, a spokesperson confirmed Meghan’s involvement to AFP. The brand seems to focus on kitchen and lifestyle themes, as suggested by a promotional video featuring Meghan engaging in domestic activities such as flower arranging and baking.

Visitors to the brand’s website are encouraged to join a mailing list for early access to product news and updates. Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and moving to the US, Harry and Meghan have embarked on several media projects, despite facing scrutiny and parting ways with some earlier partnerships. This new venture appears to be Meghan’s latest endeavour, following their outspoken critiques of the royal family and explorations in the media landscape.

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UEFA Champions League Quarter Final and Semi Final Draws Completed

Mar 15 2024

The UEFA Champions League Quarter Finals and Semi Finals draws have been completed yet again providing multiple exciting matchups on route to the final in Wembley. This was a special draw however as it will be the last ever draw as football fans know it due to the change in system.

The first matchup to be drawn was Arsenal vs Bayern Munich a rematch from 2017 where Bayern cruised past the Londoners with an aggregate score of 10-2. The other German side Borussia Dortmund were drawn against Spanish team Atletico Madrid.

An absolute blockbuster in Manchester City vs Real Madrid was also drawn. The two teams regarded by many as the two favourites have drawn each other many times in recent years with the two facing each other in the semi finals of the last two editions. The last matchup to be drawn was Kylian Mbappe’s team PSG vs Spanish giants Barcelona.

After the quarter final draw was concluded the semi final draw was done with the winner of Atletico Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund facing the winner of PSG vs Barcelona dubbed as the underdog bracket whilst the winners of Arsenal vs Bayern Munich and Real Madrid vs Manchester City will face each other for a spot in the final.

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Berlin Techno Added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Mar 15 2024

Berlin’s vibrant techno scene has recently been honoured with inclusion in UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list, a prestigious recognition designed to preserve and support cultural traditions worldwide.

This list, which has previously acknowledged Malta’s own treasures such as the Ftira in 2020, Għana music in 2021, and the Maltese Village Festa in 2023, now celebrates the iconic Berlin techno culture for its global influence and unique contribution to the cultural landscape.

The addition of Berlin’s techno scene to the UNESCO list marks a significant achievement for the city’s network of techno producers, artists, club operators, and event organisers. The Clubcommission, a key organisation within the Berlin techno community, hailed this recognition as a major milestone. A spokesperson for the organisation shared with German broadcaster DW the importance of this decision, stating it will help preserve club culture as “a valuable sector worthy of protection and support.”

The campaign to have techno culture and music recognised by UNESCO has been ongoing for more than a decade, spearheaded by Rave the Planet, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting electronic music culture. The recent inclusion of Jamaican reggae and the Indian Kumbh Mela festival on UNESCO’s list served as a catalyst, inspiring community leaders to intensify their efforts for Berlin techno’s recognition.

This acknowledgment by UNESCO not only celebrates the rich cultural fabric of Berlin but also emphasises the importance of protecting and supporting diverse cultural expressions around the world. It underscores techno’s significant role in shaping not just Berlin’s identity, but also its impact on the global music and cultural scene.

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