"As an artist, I think I have a responsibility to do something for the community even if it is a small thing," said Hà Linh. "I thought a lot about what I could do to help everyone in this difficult time. I'm not rich enough to donate billions of đồng, I can't cure people and I don't have time for charity work, so this was the answer." … [Read more...] about Hà Linh releases virus music video in English and Vietnamese
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Watch Chewbacca Speak English in Newly Discovered Star Wars Footage
"Wonderful bit of stuff from @jamieswb!!"Documentarian Jamie Benning first shared some of the footage over the weekend, and it has quickly gone viral. The first scene has Chewbacca yelling at Han Solo from atop the Millennium Falcon while trying to repair the ship on Hoth, just before he and Han are about to abandoned the Rebels. The second scene is from A New Hope, and has Chewbacca saying 'That old man has gone mad' after they first arrive on the Death Star with Luke, Obi-Wan and the two droids. … [Read more...] about Watch Chewbacca Speak English in Newly Discovered Star Wars Footage
Oprah’s ‘Greatest Extravagance’? Flying in Her Favorite English Muffins from Napa
“I don’t have to tell you all how much I love bread. These English muffins are my current carb of choice: crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and scrumptious all over—especially when slathered with the amazing Clif Family preserves that are included,” Winfrey said when she included them on her list. … [Read more...] about Oprah’s ‘Greatest Extravagance’? Flying in Her Favorite English Muffins from Napa
Al-Jazeera journalist Mohamed Fahmy applies to marry fiancee in prison
On Wednesday, the Egyptian government ordered officials to try to stop the transmission of AJMM in Egypt – a move welcomed by Fahmy's family. They feel the tone of AJMM's reporting has hardened Egyptian public opinion against the jailed journalists, which in turn makes the prospect of a presidential pardon less likely. "Their biased coverage hasn't been helping the case," said Omara. … [Read more...] about Al-Jazeera journalist Mohamed Fahmy applies to marry fiancee in prison
‘None of us are sick, it’s all fine’: Spanish backpackers are filmed by sickened locals partying and ignoring social distancing in the COVID-19 red zone of Bondi – as their home country is ravaged by the virus
Tough new coronavirus restrictions explained Only two people should gather in public spaces and 'other areas of gathering: Households - no matter how large - can still go outside together, but individual people can only meet with one other person. The two-person limit doesn't apply to workplaces, schools or households. … [Read more...] about ‘None of us are sick, it’s all fine’: Spanish backpackers are filmed by sickened locals partying and ignoring social distancing in the COVID-19 red zone of Bondi – as their home country is ravaged by the virus
