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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Clad in black, mourners commenced assembling on Tuesday for a series of funerals and processions honoring Iran’s late president, foreign minister, and other victims of a recent helicopter crash. These government-organized ceremonies are designed not only to pay tribute to the deceased but also to demonstrate resilience in the face of regional instability. Guard General Qassem Soleiman For Iran’s Shiite theocracy, large-scale demonstrations have played a vital role since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, when millions flooded Tehran’s streets to greet Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and mourned his death a decade later. In 2020, approximately one million…

Ebrahim Raisi Iranian President Confirmed dead On Monday, Iranian authorities and state media reported the deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and several other officials in a helicopter crash. The tragic incident occurred in a mountainous area close to the Azerbaijan border. The passing of Iran’s president is likely to maintain the nation’s domestic and international policies significantly. However, it coincides with heightened global tensions and intensifies speculation about the future successor of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. At 85 years old, Khamenei has prompted discussions about potential successors, and Ebrahim Raisi had been considered a…

Nelly Korda wins Mizuho Americas After her remarkable winning streak came to an end, Nelly Korda swiftly returned to her winning ways, showcasing her exceptional skill once again in Jersey City, New Jersey. In a thrilling back-nine duel against Australia’s Hannah Green, Nelly Korda secured victory at the Mizuho Americas Open with a par on the 18th hole, clinching her sixth win in seven starts on the LPGA Tour this year. Wow, six wins,” exclaimed Korda. “It’s hard to believe. I’m still trying to process it all, especially after such a close battle with Hannah throughout the day. It wasn’t…

Emilia Perez film lights up Cannes Mexican drug lord musical gonzo In theory, Jacques Audiard’s highly anticipated Cannes Film Festival submission, “Emilia Perez,” might not appear to be a promising concept for a film. The movie, which debuted on Saturday at Cannes, may well be the first film to draw sincere comparisons to both “Sicario” and “Mrs. Doubtfire” — and that’s just scratching the surface. Selena Gomez Zoe Saldaña takes on the role of Rita, a lawyer from Mexico City, enlisted by the cartel leader Manitas to assist him in escaping to undergo gender confirmation surgery. This sets the stage…

$35 million hits a box office John Krasinski’s 2024 John Krasinski film “IF,” centered around imaginary friends, secured the number one position at the box office over the weekend, based on studio estimates released on Sunday. The movie earned $35 million in its opening weekend in North America, which fell slightly short of some forecasts. Is this outcome a disappointment or a troubling indicator of the current box office trends? Or is the ultimate fate of “IF” still uncertain? The early weeks of the 2024 John Krasinski summer box office season have been unpredictable, with no film achieving blockbuster status…

Billie Eilish’s Music Review Am I acting my age now?” Billie Eilish, 22, ponders out loud in the opening track of her ambitious third album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” She follows up with another poignant question, “Am I already on the way out? The 10-track album showcases a unique pop artist redefining boundaries once more. Billie Eilish’s debut brought us her distinctive horror-pop, complete with dark humour, unconventional rhythms, and adolescent quirks. Her second album shifted to pop ballads and bossa nova, reflecting on the pressures of stardom. Her third album blends elements from both styles, introducing daring new…

Protect yourself with these tips Tick season Tick season is commencing throughout the United States, with experts cautioning that these bloodsucking parasites could be just as abundant as in previous years. According to some researchers, the combination of another mild winter and other favourable conditions suggests that the tick season population in 2024 is expected to be on par with or even more significant than last year’s. Susanna Visser from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention remarked, “The situation is highly concerning and has been progressively deteriorating. A growing range of tick season species are expanding into previously uncharted…

President Iran’s Iranian state media reported that a helicopter transporting President Ebrahim Raisi encountered a “hard landing” on Sunday. Immediate details of the incident were not disclosed. As rescue teams swiftly navigated through a dense, mist-covered forest, individuals voiced calls for prayers for the safety of Raisi and the accompanying passengers. Raisi was travelling through Iran’s East Azerbaijan province when the incident occurred. According to state TV reports, the helicopter incident took place close to Jolfa, a city situated on the border with Azerbaijan, approximately 600 kilometres (375 miles) northwest of Tehran, the capital of Iran. Subsequently, the TV indicated…

Chasing Amy Marisa Abela’s friends have attempted to coax her into performing Amy Winehouse tunes at karaoke, but their efforts have been futile. You can witness her embodying Winehouse on screen in the new movie “Back to Black,” set to premiere in the U.S. this Friday. Abela, renowned for her role in the TV series “Industry,” aimed for her portrayal not to mimic the legendary British singer merely. She dedicated four months to mastering Amy Winehouse’s distinct vocal style (two hours daily, five days weekly), guitar playing (one hour daily, three times weekly), and replicating her movements through rigorous physical…

Biden’s Graduation Students at one of the country’s foremost historically black colleges are voicing their concerns as they gear up to welcome President Joe Biden for their graduation ceremony. They feel that the controversy surrounding his visit has cast a shadow over what should be a celebratory occasion. Morehouse College On Sunday, President Biden is scheduled to visit Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, to deliver the commencement address. However, this longstanding tradition is facing complexities due to criticisms of his approach to the Israel-Gaza conflict, prompting protests at colleges across the nation. The upcoming speech at Morehouse College, situated in…