<p>Great news for Indians: Kenya has included India among countries exempt from the quarantine list .. Indians can now apply for visa online at <a href="https://www.ecitizen.go.ke/">www.ecitizen.go.ke</a> for approximately 50USD and fly directly from Mumbai to Nairobi thrice a week to the beautiful country.</p>

<p>Kenya in July 2020, was awarded by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the Safe Travel Stamp after adopting the global health and hygiene protocols dubbed ‘Safe Travels.’ This was followed by the destination becoming the first country globally to be awarded the recommended status of the ‘Safer Tourism Seal’ by Rebuilding Travel.</p>

<p>To date, about 206 countries can visit Kenya and are exempted from quarantine, the approved list of countries is continuously updated based on the present situation. In view of this, Kenya continues to showcase <a href="https://magicalkenya.com/">Magical Kenya </a>with the aim of giving visitors a glimpse into its astounding variety of landscapes, flora and fauna, as well as communities and cultures, sports and adventure, beaches, extensive safari options, and much more which the country has to offer!</p>

<p><strong>The Nature’s Pride</strong></p>

<p>Kenyan destinations like Northern Kenya, introduces you to Kenya’s cultural heartland — lake Turkana also known as the Jade Sea is the world’s largest desert lake, a world heritage site and a pure desert landscape, while the South has the Maasai plains which comprises of the world’s most diverse wildlife parks, reserves and conservancies.</p>

<p>Additionally, the country boasts of numerous conservancies and sanctuaries supported by the Kenyan Government, local communities and strong foundations. These include:</p>

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<p>· The Malindi Marine Park — a park dedicated to the preservation of sea animals</p>

<p>· Lamu Marine Conservation Trust - dedicated to protecting turtles in Lamu</p>

<p>· David Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage - for the protection and preservation of elephants and rhinos</p>

<p>…and much more!</p>

<p><strong>Enjoy The Safari!</strong></p>

<p>The Wildlife safaris are one of the most captivating highlights of the country as well as the entire African continent. From the great annual wildebeest migration— which is referred to as the eighth wonder of the world — to the breath-taking landscapes and amazing flora and fauna, it will be a memorable and never-ending safari for you!</p>

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<p>Nairobi National Park, the world’s only wildlife park located within the capital city, offers beautiful view and the chance to observe lions, zebras, giraffes and many more wildlife species closely. For bird lovers, Kenya boasts over 1,100 recorded species of birds, and is said to be Africa’s most outstanding bird-watching destinations.</p>

<p><strong>Get Ready for the Adventure of Your Life!</strong></p>

<p>Kenya presents to you numerous enjoyable experiences and dates with nature such as swimming with dolphins at the coast, dining or enjoying your meals in the wild company of the animals, and much more.</p>

<p>For those who love nature, there is the Western part of the country to watch beautiful sunsets along the shores of Lake Victoria and beach lovers can stroll along the sparkling white sandy beaches at the coast.</p>

<p>Additionally, sports lovers can indulge in sports like golf, the Rhino Charge, an annual off-road motor event which raises funds for the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust, water sports like Tarka Fishing, surfing, zip lining, horse riding, and much more!</p>

<p><strong>Embrace the Culture</strong></p>

<p>Kenya is a wonderful melting pot of colourful and exhilarating festivals that celebrate the country’s culture and historical diversity. Every festival is an adventure, and offers you an opportunity to experience the fascinating and immensely enjoyable Kenyan culture</p>

<p>Festivals like Maralal Annual International Camel Derby held in Samburu, Northern Kenya, every August, Lake Turkana Festival, The Lewa Marathon, Lamu Cultural Festival, etc. are some of the festivals and events that celebrate Kenya’s rich culture.</p>

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<p>There is also the thrilling affair of Kenyan culinary culture. From the Arabic influenced dishes of Mombasa to indulgent “street food,” one can find trendy spots and affordable eateries to relish the authentic local delicacies.</p>

<p>In addition to that, you can find nightclubs, theatre plays to music festivals and much more to make your time spent here memorable.</p>

<p><strong>Updated Travel Guidelines for Kenya</strong></p>

<p>Indian travellers, need to have a valid COVID-19 negative PCR test certificate conducted within 96 hours before travel. Children below the age of 5 years are not required to undergo COVID-19 negative PCR test to enter Kenya.</p>

<p>All travellers must submit duly filled the travellers’ locator form before travel <a href="https://ears.health.go.ke/airline_registration/">here </a>and thereafter submit daily health information to “jitenge” platform for 14 consecutive days. All those visiting from India and other permitted countries do not need to follow mandatory 14 days quarantine.</p>

<p>You can find more details on the travel guidelines <a href="https://magicalkenya.com/covid-19/">here</a>.</p>

<p>Click <a href="https://www.magicalkenya.com/">here</a> to plan your trip to Magical Kenya now! &nbsp;</p>

<p>1. For more details on immigration/online visa application, please click <a href="https://www.magicalkenya.com/visa-information/">here </a></p>

<p>2. Click <a href="https://magicalkenya.com/covid-19/">here</a> to know about the list of countries allowed to travel into the country.</p>

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Great news for Indians: Kenya has included India among countries exempt from the quarantine list .. Indians can now apply for visa online at www.ecitizen.go.ke for approximately 50USD and fly directly from Mumbai to Nairobi thrice a week to the beautiful country.

Great news for Indians: Kenya has included India among countries exempt from the quarantine list .. Indians can now apply for visa online at www.ecitizen.go.ke for approximately 50USD and fly directly from Mumbai to Nairobi thrice a week to the beautiful country. Kenya in July 2020, was awarded by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the Safe Travel Stamp after adopting the global health and hygiene protocols dubbed ‘Safe Travels.’ This was followed by the destination becoming the first country globally to be awarded the recommended status of the ‘Safer Tourism Seal’ by Rebuilding Travel. To date, about 206 countries can visit Kenya and are exempted from quarantine, the approved list of countries is continuously updated based on the present situation. In view of this, Kenya continues to showcase Magical Kenya with the aim of giving visitors a glimpse into its astounding variety of landscapes, flora and fauna, as well as communities and cultures, sports and adventure, beaches, extensive safari options, and much more which the country has to offer! The Nature’s Pride Kenyan destinations like Northern Kenya, introduces you to Kenya’s cultural heartland — lake Turkana also known as the Jade Sea is the world’s largest desert lake, a world heritage site and a pure desert landscape, while the South has the Maasai plains which comprises of the world’s most diverse wildlife parks, reserves and conservancies. Additionally, the country boasts of numerous conservancies and sanctuaries supported by the Kenyan Government, local communities and strong foundations. These include: · The Malindi Marine Park — a park dedicated to the preservation of sea animals · Lamu Marine Conservation Trust - dedicated to protecting turtles in Lamu · David Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage - for the protection and preservation of elephants and rhinos …and much more! Enjoy The Safari! The Wildlife safaris are one of the most captivating highlights of the country as well as the entire African continent. From the great annual wildebeest migration— which is referred to as the eighth wonder of the world — to the breath-taking landscapes and amazing flora and fauna, it will be a memorable and never-ending safari for you! Nairobi National Park, the world’s only wildlife park located within the capital city, offers beautiful view and the chance to observe lions, zebras, giraffes and many more wildlife species closely. For bird lovers, Kenya boasts over 1,100 recorded species of birds, and is said to be Africa’s most outstanding bird-watching destinations. Get Ready for the Adventure of Your Life! Kenya presents to you numerous enjoyable experiences and dates with nature such as swimming with dolphins at the coast, dining or enjoying your meals in the wild company of the animals, and much more. For those who love nature, there is the Western part of the country to watch beautiful sunsets along the shores of Lake Victoria and beach lovers can stroll along the sparkling white sandy beaches at the coast. Additionally, sports lovers can indulge in sports like golf, the Rhino Charge, an annual off-road motor event which raises funds for the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust, water sports like Tarka Fishing, surfing, zip lining, horse riding, and much more! Embrace the Culture Kenya is a wonderful melting pot of colourful and exhilarating festivals that celebrate the country’s culture and historical diversity. Every festival is an adventure, and offers you an opportunity to experience the fascinating and immensely enjoyable Kenyan culture Festivals like Maralal Annual International Camel Derby held in Samburu, Northern Kenya, every August, Lake Turkana Festival, The Lewa Marathon, Lamu Cultural Festival, etc. are some of the festivals and events that celebrate Kenya’s rich culture. There is also the thrilling affair of Kenyan culinary culture. From the Arabic influenced dishes of Mombasa to indulgent “street food,” one can find trendy spots and affordable eateries to relish the authentic local delicacies. In addition to that, you can find nightclubs, theatre plays to music festivals and much more to make your time spent here memorable. Updated Travel Guidelines for Kenya Indian travellers, need to have a valid COVID-19 negative PCR test certificate conducted within 96 hours before travel. Children below the age of 5 years are not required to undergo COVID-19 negative PCR test to enter Kenya. All travellers must submit duly filled the travellers’ locator form before travel here and thereafter submit daily health information to “jitenge” platform for 14 consecutive days. All those visiting from India and other permitted countries do not need to follow mandatory 14 days quarantine. You can find more details on the travel guidelines here. Click here to plan your trip to Magical Kenya now! 1. For more details on immigration/online visa application, please click here 2. Click here to know about the list of countries allowed to travel into the country. DISCLAIMER: This is sponsored content. WION doesn't endorse or evaluate the advertised product, service, or company nor any of the claims made.

Experience the magic of Kenya beyond Maasai Mara

<p>Britney Spears is going to have a prenuptial agreement with fiance Sam Asghari before she ties the knot with him. This is all the more reason for the songstress to want her father Jamie Spears to exit the controversial conservatorship arrangement they have had for more than a decade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Britney is seeking financial protection before saying her vows with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-who-is-sam-asghari-meet-britney-spears-27-year-old-fiance-412731">Sam Asghari</a>. This comes at a good time as last month, Jamie moved to shoot down the conservatorship on his own.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“While the present Termination Petition is fully supported by Ms. Spears and also consented to by Conservator of the Person Jodi Montgomery subject to proper transition and asset protection, the Termination Petition also speaks emphatically in support of the primary, present issue before the Court: the immediate and necessary suspension of Mr. Spears, by no later than September 29th,” says Spears’ primary attorney Matthew Rosengart in the LA Superior Court filing Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“As we have previously stated, Britney Spears’s life matters. Britney Spears’s well-being matters,” today’s dense nine-page filing states. “And under the circumstances, every day matters because every day Mr. Spears clings to his post is another day of anguish and harm to his daughter, which is avoidable via immediate suspension.”</p>

<p>&nbsp;In Wednesday’s filing, <a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/topics/britney-spears" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/topics/britney-spears&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjcgfHOpJTzAhU1xzgGHepbC4gQFnoECAMQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw38pUC8tmDRDj77JATlNfBX" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/britney-spears" target="_blank"><b>Britney Spears</b></a> lawyer Rosengart said he anticipated the conservatorship would end “completely and inevitably” by the end of this year.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Britney Spears took a break from social media for a week as she said she wanted to have some space before <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/britney-spears-returns-to-instagram-after-six-days-of-break-414622">returning</a> and posting about how much she loves her teen sons.</p>

<p>The singer reactivated her Instagram on Monday and admitted she couldn't "stay away from the gram for too long".&nbsp;Britney had deactivated her account days after she announced her engagement to boyfriend Sam Asghari.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Check out the Instagram post here:</p>

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Britney Spears is going to have a prenuptial agreement with fiance Sam Asghari before she ties the knot with him. This is all the more reason for the songstress to want her father Jamie Spears to exit the controversial conservatorship arrangement they have had for more than a decade.

Britney Spears is going to have a prenuptial agreement with fiance Sam Asghari before she ties the knot with him. This is all the more reason for the songstress to want her father Jamie Spears to exit the controversial conservatorship arrangement they have had for more than a decade. Britney is seeking financial protection before saying her vows with Sam Asghari. This comes at a good time as last month, Jamie moved to shoot down the conservatorship on his own. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Britney Spears (@britneyspears) × “While the present Termination Petition is fully supported by Ms. Spears and also consented to by Conservator of the Person Jodi Montgomery subject to proper transition and asset protection, the Termination Petition also speaks emphatically in support of the primary, present issue before the Court: the immediate and necessary suspension of Mr. Spears, by no later than September 29th,” says Spears’ primary attorney Matthew Rosengart in the LA Superior Court filing Wednesday. “As we have previously stated, Britney Spears’s life matters. Britney Spears’s well-being matters,” today’s dense nine-page filing states. “And under the circumstances, every day matters because every day Mr. Spears clings to his post is another day of anguish and harm to his daughter, which is avoidable via immediate suspension.” In Wednesday’s filing, Britney Spears lawyer Rosengart said he anticipated the conservatorship would end “completely and inevitably” by the end of this year. Meanwhile, Britney Spears took a break from social media for a week as she said she wanted to have some space before returning and posting about how much she loves her teen sons. The singer reactivated her Instagram on Monday and admitted she couldn't "stay away from the gram for too long". Britney had deactivated her account days after she announced her engagement to boyfriend Sam Asghari. Check out the Instagram post here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Britney Spears (@britneyspears) × Britney Spears: Netflix to release documentary 'Britney Vs. Spears' this month

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<p>‘The Late Late Show’ host James Corden has upset BTS Army for his recent comments on the boy band’s visit to the UN. The K pop band made a historic visit to the United Nations General Assembly as they performed and gave a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-addresses-unga-key-highlights-of-their-speech-414506">speech</a> on climate change and need to understand this from the youth’s perspective.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BTS <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-takes-over-unga-performs-permission-to-dance-inside-the-assembly-hall-414476">performed their latest song ‘Permission to Dance’</a>, albeit it was pre-recorded in the halls of UN and was showcased to policymakers and politicians from around the world. The group then returned to New York to attend this year’s session as the special presidential envoy for future generations and culture.</p>

<p>Commenting on this trip, James Corden joked, “The United Nations General Assembly kicked off this morning in New York City, and it started with some pretty unusual visitors… BTS were there. BTS visited the UN… Although lots of people are saying why are BTS there, the world leaders have no choice but to take BTS seriously. BTS has one of the largest ARMY on the planet earth. Historic moment. It actually marks the first time that 15 year old girls everywhere found themselves wishing that they were Secretary General António Guterres."</p>

<p>Referring to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> fans as “15-year-olds” and “unusual visitors” did not sit well with the ARMY who took to Twitter to express their anger.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One user wrote, “1. It wasn’t “unusual" for BTS to be there. They’ve been 3 times. 2. They weren’t “visiting". They were Presidental Envoys who were invited to speak. 3. Teen girls are valid, innovative, smart, &amp; set a lot of trends although we aren’t all teens or girls," while another expressed, “Thoughts about that James Corden clip. Firstly calling fans a bunch of 15 year old girls is extremely sexist. It’s a phrase meant to belittle and invalidate women’s interests as less than. BTS has a diverse fanbase in ages, gender and race because they have value and substance."</p>

<p>The TV host has now deleted those videos after facing backlash.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, BTS’ <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-more-than-one-million-people-streamed-the-un-general-assembly-event-when-bts-took-to-stage-414566">visit to the UNGA</a> was special by every metric. The K-pop band, considered as youth icons all over the world, spoke on climate change, sustainability and growth, challenges they faced amid the pandemic and why they felt the youth had the ability to forge ahead despite those challenges. The band spoke about their experiences as part of the younger generation, and how their views about their future paths were being shaped by the pandemic.</p>

<p>BTS had first spoken in the UN as part of their Love Myself campaign with UNICEF in 2017.&nbsp;</p>


‘The Late Late Show’ host James Corden has upset BTS Army for his recent comments on the boy band’s visit to the UN. The K pop band made a historic visit to the United Nations General Assembly as they performed and gave a speech on climate change and need to understand this from the youth’s perspective.

‘The Late Late Show’ host James Corden has upset BTS Army for his recent comments on the boy band’s visit to the UN. The K pop band made a historic visit to the United Nations General Assembly as they performed and gave a speech on climate change and need to understand this from the youth’s perspective. BTS performed their latest song ‘Permission to Dance’, albeit it was pre-recorded in the halls of UN and was showcased to policymakers and politicians from around the world. The group then returned to New York to attend this year’s session as the special presidential envoy for future generations and culture. Commenting on this trip, James Corden joked, “The United Nations General Assembly kicked off this morning in New York City, and it started with some pretty unusual visitors… BTS were there. BTS visited the UN… Although lots of people are saying why are BTS there, the world leaders have no choice but to take BTS seriously. BTS has one of the largest ARMY on the planet earth. Historic moment. It actually marks the first time that 15 year old girls everywhere found themselves wishing that they were Secretary General António Guterres." Referring to BTS fans as “15-year-olds” and “unusual visitors” did not sit well with the ARMY who took to Twitter to express their anger. Billie Eilish, BTS, Elton John in concert for climate action, vaccines One user wrote, “1. It wasn’t “unusual" for BTS to be there. They’ve been 3 times. 2. They weren’t “visiting". They were Presidental Envoys who were invited to speak. 3. Teen girls are valid, innovative, smart, & set a lot of trends although we aren’t all teens or girls," while another expressed, “Thoughts about that James Corden clip. Firstly calling fans a bunch of 15 year old girls is extremely sexist. It’s a phrase meant to belittle and invalidate women’s interests as less than. BTS has a diverse fanbase in ages, gender and race because they have value and substance." The TV host has now deleted those videos after facing backlash. Meanwhile, BTS’ visit to the UNGA was special by every metric. The K-pop band, considered as youth icons all over the world, spoke on climate change, sustainability and growth, challenges they faced amid the pandemic and why they felt the youth had the ability to forge ahead despite those challenges. The band spoke about their experiences as part of the younger generation, and how their views about their future paths were being shaped by the pandemic. BTS had first spoken in the UN as part of their Love Myself campaign with UNICEF in 2017.

James Corden slammed for calling BTS Army '15-year-old girls', deletes video

<p>Somalia hosted its first screening of a movie in three decades under heavy security on Wednesday, as the conflict-ravaged country hopes for a cultural renewal.</p>

<p>Built by Chinese engineers as a gift from Mao Zedong in 1967, the National Theatre of Somalia has a history that reflects the tumultuous journey of the Horn of Africa nation.</p>

<p>It has been targeted by suicide bombers and used as a base by warlords.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And it has never screened a Somali film. Until now.</p>

<p>"This is going to be a historic night for the Somali people, it shows how hopes have been revived... after so many years of challenges," theatre director Abdikadir Abdi Yusuf said before the screening. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a platform that provides an opportunity to... Somali songwriters, storytellers, movie directors and actors to present their talent openly."</p>

<p>The evening's programme was two short films by Somali director IBrahim CM -- "Hoos" and "Date from Hell" -- with tickets sold for $10 (8.50 euros) each, expensive for many.</p>

<p>Although Mogadishu was home to many cinema halls during its cultural heyday, with the national theatre also hosting live concerts and plays, the seaside capital fell silent after civil war erupted in 1991.</p>

<p>Warlords used the theatre as a military base and the building fell into disrepair. It reopened in 2012, but was blown up by Al-Shabaab jihadists two weeks later.</p>

<p>The Al-Qaeda linked Islamist group launches regular attacks in Mogadishu and considers entertainment evil.</p>

<p>- Happier times -</p>

<p>After a painstaking restoration, the authorities announced plans to hold the theatre's first screening this week.</p>

<p>For many Somalis, it was a trip down memory lane and a reminder of happier times.</p>

<p>"I used to watch concerts, dramas, pop shows, folk dances and movies in the national theatre during the good old days," said Osman Yusuf Osman, a self-confessed film buff.</p>

<p>"It makes me feel bad when I see Mogadishu lacking the nightlife it once had. But this is a good start," he told AFP.</p>

<p>Others were more circumspect, and worried about safety.</p>

<p>"I was a school-age girl when my friends and I used to watch live concerts and dramas at the national theatre," said a mother-of-six, Hakimo Mohamed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"People used to go out during the night and stay back late if they wished -- but now, I don't think it is so safe," she told AFP.</p>

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<p>The jihadists were driven out of Mogadishu a decade ago, but retain control of swathes of countryside.</p>

<p>Attendees had to pass through several security checkpoints before arriving at the theatre, inside a heavily guarded complex that includes the presidential palace and the parliament.</p>

<p>But for some, the inconvenience and the risks paled in comparison to the anticipation of seeing a film in a cinema after such a long wait.</p>

<p>"I was not lucky to watch live concerts and or movies in the theatre (earlier)... because I was still a child, but I can imagine how beautiful it was," NGO employee Abdullahi Adan said.</p>

<p>"I want to experience this for the first time and see what it's like to watch a movie with hundreds of people in a theatre."</p>

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Somalia hosted its first screening of a movie in three decades under heavy security on Wednesday, as the conflict-ravaged country hopes for a cultural renewal. Built by Chinese engineers as a gift from Mao Zedong in 1967, the National Theatre of Somalia has a history that reflects the tumultuous journey of the Horn of Africa nation.

Somalia hosted its first screening of a movie in three decades under heavy security on Wednesday, as the conflict-ravaged country hopes for a cultural renewal. Built by Chinese engineers as a gift from Mao Zedong in 1967, the National Theatre of Somalia has a history that reflects the tumultuous journey of the Horn of Africa nation. It has been targeted by suicide bombers and used as a base by warlords. And it has never screened a Somali film. Until now. "This is going to be a historic night for the Somali people, it shows how hopes have been revived... after so many years of challenges," theatre director Abdikadir Abdi Yusuf said before the screening. "It's a platform that provides an opportunity to... Somali songwriters, storytellers, movie directors and actors to present their talent openly." The evening's programme was two short films by Somali director IBrahim CM -- "Hoos" and "Date from Hell" -- with tickets sold for $10 (8.50 euros) each, expensive for many. Although Mogadishu was home to many cinema halls during its cultural heyday, with the national theatre also hosting live concerts and plays, the seaside capital fell silent after civil war erupted in 1991. Warlords used the theatre as a military base and the building fell into disrepair. It reopened in 2012, but was blown up by Al-Shabaab jihadists two weeks later. The Al-Qaeda linked Islamist group launches regular attacks in Mogadishu and considers entertainment evil. - Happier times - After a painstaking restoration, the authorities announced plans to hold the theatre's first screening this week. For many Somalis, it was a trip down memory lane and a reminder of happier times. "I used to watch concerts, dramas, pop shows, folk dances and movies in the national theatre during the good old days," said Osman Yusuf Osman, a self-confessed film buff. "It makes me feel bad when I see Mogadishu lacking the nightlife it once had. But this is a good start," he told AFP. Others were more circumspect, and worried about safety. "I was a school-age girl when my friends and I used to watch live concerts and dramas at the national theatre," said a mother-of-six, Hakimo Mohamed. "People used to go out during the night and stay back late if they wished -- but now, I don't think it is so safe," she told AFP. Billie Eilish, BTS, Elton John in concert for climate action, vaccines Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie now fight over their French wedding venue The jihadists were driven out of Mogadishu a decade ago, but retain control of swathes of countryside. Attendees had to pass through several security checkpoints before arriving at the theatre, inside a heavily guarded complex that includes the presidential palace and the parliament. But for some, the inconvenience and the risks paled in comparison to the anticipation of seeing a film in a cinema after such a long wait. "I was not lucky to watch live concerts and or movies in the theatre (earlier)... because I was still a child, but I can imagine how beautiful it was," NGO employee Abdullahi Adan said. "I want to experience this for the first time and see what it's like to watch a movie with hundreds of people in a theatre." Netflix CEO meets up with I&B minister Anurag Thakur, gets Bhagvad Gita as gift

'Historic night' as Somalia screens first film in 30 years

<p>One firebolt after another illuminates a stilt-house settlement where the Catatumbo river flows into Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo, the lightning capital of the world.</p>

<p>Holder of the Guinness World Record as the place with the highest concentration of lightning, South America's largest lake receives an average of 233 flashes per square kilometer every year, according to NASA -- thousands per night.</p>

<p>A scientific and tourist curiosity, for the water-logged communities of Zulia state in Venezuela's northwest the phenomenon is known as the Catatumbo "lighthouse" which for centuries has helped them navigate their boats through the darkness.</p>

<p>There is no thunder, just lightning -- a silent spectacle to be enjoyed about 300 nights per year, peaking in September.</p>

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<p>On clear nights, the flashes paint striking patterns across the Milky Way in a sky so full of stars one does not need a telescope for constellation gazing.</p>

<p>Some are so fast they escape the human eye. Some zigzag more leisurely through the sky, or collide with other bolts.</p>

<p>In a boon for stargazers but a harsh reality for locals, the near nightly display is made all the more spectacular by the almost complete absence of light pollution.</p>

<p>There is no electrical grid here, and the few generators that still work are idle due to a critical lack of fuel occasioned by Venezuela's economic crisis.</p>

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<p>Only rarely is there the faint glow of a small home generator, or a beam from a fisherman's flashlight.</p>

<p>The foreign visitors who used to come to Zulia have been staying away due to the global coronavirus pandemic and Venezuela's economic problems.</p>

<p>Oblivious to the scientific interest in the phenomenon, Marianela Romera -- a fisherwoman of 40 whose worn face makes her look much older -- says that the lightning "shows us where to go."</p>

<p>NASA says Lake Maracaibo has a unique geography and climate ideal for the development of thunderstorms.</p>

<p>Located along part of the Andes mountains, storms form at night as the cool mountain breeze clashes with the warm, moist air over the lake.</p>


One firebolt after another illuminates a stilt-house settlement where the Catatumbo river flows into Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo, the lightning capital of the world.

One firebolt after another illuminates a stilt-house settlement where the Catatumbo river flows into Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo, the lightning capital of the world. Holder of the Guinness World Record as the place with the highest concentration of lightning, South America's largest lake receives an average of 233 flashes per square kilometer every year, according to NASA -- thousands per night. A scientific and tourist curiosity, for the water-logged communities of Zulia state in Venezuela's northwest the phenomenon is known as the Catatumbo "lighthouse" which for centuries has helped them navigate their boats through the darkness. There is no thunder, just lightning -- a silent spectacle to be enjoyed about 300 nights per year, peaking in September. Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck not following each other on Instagram On clear nights, the flashes paint striking patterns across the Milky Way in a sky so full of stars one does not need a telescope for constellation gazing. Some are so fast they escape the human eye. Some zigzag more leisurely through the sky, or collide with other bolts. In a boon for stargazers but a harsh reality for locals, the near nightly display is made all the more spectacular by the almost complete absence of light pollution. There is no electrical grid here, and the few generators that still work are idle due to a critical lack of fuel occasioned by Venezuela's economic crisis. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie now fight over their French wedding venue Uma Thurman reveals she had an abortion as a teenager, slams Texas law Only rarely is there the faint glow of a small home generator, or a beam from a fisherman's flashlight. The foreign visitors who used to come to Zulia have been staying away due to the global coronavirus pandemic and Venezuela's economic problems. Oblivious to the scientific interest in the phenomenon, Marianela Romera -- a fisherwoman of 40 whose worn face makes her look much older -- says that the lightning "shows us where to go." NASA says Lake Maracaibo has a unique geography and climate ideal for the development of thunderstorms. Located along part of the Andes mountains, storms form at night as the cool mountain breeze clashes with the warm, moist air over the lake.

Lake Maracaibo, lightning capital of the world

<p>Singer R. Kelly used "lies, manipulation, threats and physical abuse" to operate an "enterprise" enabling him to commit decades of sex crimes, the prosecution said during marathon closing arguments Wednesday.</p>

<p>In ushering the lurid trial towards its finish, assistant US attorney Elizabeth Geddes kicked off the first two hours of her lengthy summation by telling the jury the once-dominant R&amp;B artist "used his money and public persona to hide his crimes in plain sight."</p>

<p>The government is tasked with proving the 54-year-old singer operated a criminal ring of associates who facilitated his abuse of women and teenagers, alleged victims whom, according to six weeks of testimony, the artist preyed on sexually, physically and emotionally.</p>

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<p>"Without them at this service, the defendant could not have carried out his pattern of crime for nearly three decades," Geddes told the jury, standing before a poster board displaying images of members in his orbit, photos that revolved around Kelly's mugshot.</p>

<p>Describing the "Robert Kelly-centric universe," the prosecutor said his employees and entourage either directly carried out criminal activity or "enabled" it when they "didn't ask questions" and "effectively enforced the defendant's rules."</p>

<p>"They were a means to his criminal ends," Geddes said.</p>

<p>The prosecution's closing arguments followed three days of disjointed questioning and testimony from the singer's defense, which called five witnesses including former employees and a childhood friend who said they hadn't personally seen the harrowing abuse Kelly, now 54, is accused of inflicting.</p>

<p>The artist opted against taking the stand.</p>

<p>The mere hours of defense evidence came after more than a month of graphic testimony presented by the prosecution.</p>

<p>With 45 witnesses including 11 accusers -- nine women and two men -- government attorneys vied to illustrate systematic abuse by Kelly, and the coterie of associates he orchestrated.</p>

<p>- Jury deliberation approaches -</p>

<p>Women said they were raped, beaten, drugged, imprisoned and sometimes denied food or access to bathrooms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Six of the alleged victims were underage when Kelly initiated sex with them. Many victims also said the singer routinely filmed the encounters, which in several of the cases would constitute child pornography.</p>

<p>One woman said Kelly coerced her into getting an abortion when she was a teenager. Four said they contracted herpes after sexual contact with the singer, who they said did not disclose that he carried the incurable virus.</p>

<p>The charges center around six women: Jerhonda, Stephanie, Faith, Sonja and a woman who testified under a pseudonym, along with Aaliyah, the R&amp;B singer who died in a plane crash in 2001 but whom Kelly illegally married when she was 15.</p>

<p>Several more victims alleging abuse who are not included in the indictment were allowed to testify as part of the prosecution's bid to detail a criminal pattern.</p>

<p>During cross-examination, defense lawyers aimed to cast accusers as aggrieved superfans who became "spiteful" when relationships with the superstar ended.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The artist born Robert Sylvester Kelly faces one count of racketeering and eight violations of the Mann Act, which bans transporting people across state lines for sex.</p>

<p>He denies all charges. In addition to his Brooklyn trial, Kelly faces prosecutions in three more jurisdictions, including in Illinois federal court on child pornography and obstruction counts.</p>

<p>His New York trial is the first time the singer, who ruled the pop and R&amp;B charts in the late 1990s and early 2000s with hits including "I Believe I Can Fly," has faced federal prosecution.</p>

<p>He was acquitted after a controversial state trial in Chicago in 2008, on charges of child pornography.</p>

<p>Following closing statements in the Brooklyn federal courthouse, which are expected to continue at least into Thursday, the jury of seven men and five women will begin deliberating Kelly's fate.</p>

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Singer R. Kelly used "lies, manipulation, threats and physical abuse" to operate an "enterprise" enabling him to commit decades of sex crimes, the prosecution said during marathon closing arguments Wednesday.

Singer R. Kelly used "lies, manipulation, threats and physical abuse" to operate an "enterprise" enabling him to commit decades of sex crimes, the prosecution said during marathon closing arguments Wednesday. In ushering the lurid trial towards its finish, assistant US attorney Elizabeth Geddes kicked off the first two hours of her lengthy summation by telling the jury the once-dominant R&B artist "used his money and public persona to hide his crimes in plain sight." The government is tasked with proving the 54-year-old singer operated a criminal ring of associates who facilitated his abuse of women and teenagers, alleged victims whom, according to six weeks of testimony, the artist preyed on sexually, physically and emotionally. Former R Kelly assistant testifies about singer's sexual activity, 'apology letter' "Without them at this service, the defendant could not have carried out his pattern of crime for nearly three decades," Geddes told the jury, standing before a poster board displaying images of members in his orbit, photos that revolved around Kelly's mugshot. Describing the "Robert Kelly-centric universe," the prosecutor said his employees and entourage either directly carried out criminal activity or "enabled" it when they "didn't ask questions" and "effectively enforced the defendant's rules." "They were a means to his criminal ends," Geddes said. The prosecution's closing arguments followed three days of disjointed questioning and testimony from the singer's defense, which called five witnesses including former employees and a childhood friend who said they hadn't personally seen the harrowing abuse Kelly, now 54, is accused of inflicting. The artist opted against taking the stand. The mere hours of defense evidence came after more than a month of graphic testimony presented by the prosecution. With 45 witnesses including 11 accusers -- nine women and two men -- government attorneys vied to illustrate systematic abuse by Kelly, and the coterie of associates he orchestrated. - Jury deliberation approaches - Women said they were raped, beaten, drugged, imprisoned and sometimes denied food or access to bathrooms. Six of the alleged victims were underage when Kelly initiated sex with them. Many victims also said the singer routinely filmed the encounters, which in several of the cases would constitute child pornography. One woman said Kelly coerced her into getting an abortion when she was a teenager. Four said they contracted herpes after sexual contact with the singer, who they said did not disclose that he carried the incurable virus. The charges center around six women: Jerhonda, Stephanie, Faith, Sonja and a woman who testified under a pseudonym, along with Aaliyah, the R&B singer who died in a plane crash in 2001 but whom Kelly illegally married when she was 15. Several more victims alleging abuse who are not included in the indictment were allowed to testify as part of the prosecution's bid to detail a criminal pattern. During cross-examination, defense lawyers aimed to cast accusers as aggrieved superfans who became "spiteful" when relationships with the superstar ended. R Kelly accuser says she reached $200,000 settlement after herpes diagnosis The artist born Robert Sylvester Kelly faces one count of racketeering and eight violations of the Mann Act, which bans transporting people across state lines for sex. He denies all charges. In addition to his Brooklyn trial, Kelly faces prosecutions in three more jurisdictions, including in Illinois federal court on child pornography and obstruction counts. His New York trial is the first time the singer, who ruled the pop and R&B charts in the late 1990s and early 2000s with hits including "I Believe I Can Fly," has faced federal prosecution. He was acquitted after a controversial state trial in Chicago in 2008, on charges of child pornography. Following closing statements in the Brooklyn federal courthouse, which are expected to continue at least into Thursday, the jury of seven men and five women will begin deliberating Kelly's fate. Coldplay shares audio teaser of their first song with BTS two days before its official release

Prosecution details R. Kelly sex crime 'universe' in closing arguments

<p>Some of the biggest names in pop, from Billie Eilish to BTS and Elton John, will lend their star power to Global Citizen Live on Saturday for a round-the-world event to raise awareness on climate change, vaccine equality and famine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Concerts staged in New York, Paris, Lagos, Rio, Sydney, Mumbai and more will be broadcast globally for the event, scheduled to coincide with the UN General Assembly this week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The star-studded line-up will also push for action at the G20 next month and COP26 climate meeting in November.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Eilish and Coldplay will headline in New York's Central Park, joined by Jennifer Lopez, Camila Cabello, Shawn Mendes and Burna Boy, among others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ed Sheeran will perform in Paris alongside Elton John, with Doja Cat, Black Eyed Peas and Stormzy supporting.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-prince-harry-meghan-markle-to-attend-global-citizen-live-in-new-york-city-414941" hreflang="en">Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to attend Global Citizen Live in New York City</a></p>

<p>And then there will be Femi Kuti in Nigeria, Alok in Rio, and Duran Duran and Kylie Minogue in London.</p>

<p>"Across six continents, artists will help rally citizens in demanding that governments, major corporations and philanthropists work together to defend the planet and defeat poverty," NGO Global Citizen said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It said it was focusing "on the most urgent, interrelated threats hitting those in poverty the hardest -- climate change, vaccine equity, and famine".</p>

<p>A slew of other artists -- including Metallica and The Weeknd -- are also involved, either through live or filmed performances.</p>

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<p>Global Citizen said it wants one billion trees planted, one billion vaccines delivered to the poorest countries and meals for 41 million people on the brink of famine.</p>

<p>The organisation has been behind other high-profile charity events, including "Vax Live: The Concert To Reunite The World" earlier this year in Los Angeles.</p>

<p>That brought together musicians, actors, celebrities, world leaders and even the pope, in a united call for global vaccinations to fight Covid-19.</p>

<p>Global Citizen describes itself as a movement with a mission to end extreme poverty by 2030.</p>

<p>Its app uses incentives such as concert tickets to encourage users into pressuring governments on issues around sustainability and equality.</p>

<p>The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Ghebreyesus, lent his support to the latest campaign, urging vaccine equality. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"We now face a two-track pandemic of haves and have-nots," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We cannot disregard this gross inequity or become complacent."</p>

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Some of the biggest names in pop, from Billie Eilish to BTS and Elton John, will lend their star power to Global Citizen Live on Saturday for a round-the-world event to raise awareness on climate change, vaccine equality and famine.

Some of the biggest names in pop, from Billie Eilish to BTS and Elton John, will lend their star power to Global Citizen Live on Saturday for a round-the-world event to raise awareness on climate change, vaccine equality and famine. Concerts staged in New York, Paris, Lagos, Rio, Sydney, Mumbai and more will be broadcast globally for the event, scheduled to coincide with the UN General Assembly this week. The star-studded line-up will also push for action at the G20 next month and COP26 climate meeting in November. Eilish and Coldplay will headline in New York's Central Park, joined by Jennifer Lopez, Camila Cabello, Shawn Mendes and Burna Boy, among others. Ed Sheeran will perform in Paris alongside Elton John, with Doja Cat, Black Eyed Peas and Stormzy supporting. Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to attend Global Citizen Live in New York City And then there will be Femi Kuti in Nigeria, Alok in Rio, and Duran Duran and Kylie Minogue in London. "Across six continents, artists will help rally citizens in demanding that governments, major corporations and philanthropists work together to defend the planet and defeat poverty," NGO Global Citizen said in a statement. It said it was focusing "on the most urgent, interrelated threats hitting those in poverty the hardest -- climate change, vaccine equity, and famine". A slew of other artists -- including Metallica and The Weeknd -- are also involved, either through live or filmed performances. Coldplay shares audio teaser of their first song with BTS two days before its official release Global Citizen said it wants one billion trees planted, one billion vaccines delivered to the poorest countries and meals for 41 million people on the brink of famine. The organisation has been behind other high-profile charity events, including "Vax Live: The Concert To Reunite The World" earlier this year in Los Angeles. That brought together musicians, actors, celebrities, world leaders and even the pope, in a united call for global vaccinations to fight Covid-19. Global Citizen describes itself as a movement with a mission to end extreme poverty by 2030. Its app uses incentives such as concert tickets to encourage users into pressuring governments on issues around sustainability and equality. The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Ghebreyesus, lent his support to the latest campaign, urging vaccine equality. "We now face a two-track pandemic of haves and have-nots," he said. "We cannot disregard this gross inequity or become complacent." Uma Thurman reveals she had an abortion as a teenager, slams Texas law

Billie Eilish, BTS, Elton John in concert for climate action, vaccines

<p>Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films.</p>

<p>The two have announced four star-studded projects.</p>

<p>Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions will collaborate on films such as Karan Johar directorial ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ starring Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh &amp; Alia Bhatt; Raj Mehta directed ‘Jug Jugg Jeeyo’ starring Anil Kapoor, Neetu Singh Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani; Shakun Batra’s next starring Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi &amp; Dhairya Karwa, as well as Shashank Khaitan’s next featuring Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar.</p>

<p>Speaking about the partnership, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios, said, “As Viacom18 Studios scales up and begins a new chapter, we are looking at key partnerships with creators who shape mainstream entertainment. Collaborating to build a slate of films further strengthens our long-term association with Karan and Dharma Productions.”</p>

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<p>Filmmaker Karan Johar added, “In Viacom18 Studios and Ajit, we have a partner who not only shares our vision in storytelling but also has our approach to differentiated cinema. Dharma Productions has been committed to entertaining movie-goers world over with every film and this partnership will further enable it.”</p>

<p>Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions said, “The partnership with Viacom18 Studios is a significant step for Dharma as together we gear up to bring back the best of Hindi cinema to theatrical audiences. We believe that strategic alliances are the way forward for the film industry and this partnership is the stepping-stone to a long-term alliance.”</p>

<p>Currently, these films are in various stages of production and are expected to release over the next 18-24 months.&nbsp;</p>

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Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films.

Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films. The two have announced four star-studded projects. Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions will collaborate on films such as Karan Johar directorial ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ starring Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh & Alia Bhatt; Raj Mehta directed ‘Jug Jugg Jeeyo’ starring Anil Kapoor, Neetu Singh Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani; Shakun Batra’s next starring Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi & Dhairya Karwa, as well as Shashank Khaitan’s next featuring Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar. Speaking about the partnership, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios, said, “As Viacom18 Studios scales up and begins a new chapter, we are looking at key partnerships with creators who shape mainstream entertainment. Collaborating to build a slate of films further strengthens our long-term association with Karan and Dharma Productions.” Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, Eli AvrRam cast in 'Ganapath', a film set in 2030s James Corden slammed for calling BTS Army '15-year-old girls', deletes video Filmmaker Karan Johar added, “In Viacom18 Studios and Ajit, we have a partner who not only shares our vision in storytelling but also has our approach to differentiated cinema. Dharma Productions has been committed to entertaining movie-goers world over with every film and this partnership will further enable it.” Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions said, “The partnership with Viacom18 Studios is a significant step for Dharma as together we gear up to bring back the best of Hindi cinema to theatrical audiences. We believe that strategic alliances are the way forward for the film industry and this partnership is the stepping-stone to a long-term alliance.” Currently, these films are in various stages of production and are expected to release over the next 18-24 months. Justin Bieber: Touring can be grueling, you just learn how to say no

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions team up, announce 4 projects

<p>JK Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ latest spinoff film released its title and release date.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film will be called ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Based on the life of one of the most important characters in the Harry Potter franchise, Dumbledore, the film’s title has raked a unique reaction from internet users. Many joked&nbsp;that the film will show&nbsp;Dumbeldore as gay and the film will reveal the&nbsp;secret of his sexuality.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There was then an onslaught of gay jokes and rumours about the titular wizard and Hogwarts headmaster. The topic for this speculation is rooted in JK Rowling’s previous statements that some say she made to sound ‘woke’. Weeks after the announcement of her Harry Potter book in 2007, the author had said that Dumbledore was gay, despite the books themselves offering no clues as to the wizard’s sexuality. Furthermore, she suggested that Dumbledore once had a homosexual relationship with Gellert Grindlewald, who features in the ‘Fantastic Beasts’ movies. However, none of the films have mentioned this either.</p>

<p>JK Rowling was criticised for inserting a ‘woke’ subtext to her stories when in fact they had no such mention in the books. She had also said that there was at least one Jewish wizard at Hogwarts and that Hermoine may have been black despite the author describing her as a white girl in her books.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jk-rowling-busts-myth-around-the-origin-of-the-harry-potter-series-and-its-characters-301171">JK Rowling busts myth around the origin of the Harry Potter series and its characters</a></p>

<p>The Harry Potter author is now not in good books of the trans community too after she opposed gender-neutral languages arguing that it “erases” the concept of sex and thus womanhood. She has, since then, got <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jk-rowlings-handprint-vandalised-with-red-paint-amid-transphobic-row-312886">death threats from some trans activists</a> and faced backlash on the internet by many of her fans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the new spinoff film ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’ will release on April 15, 2022. The franchise of films has been adapted from a guidebook on the magical creatures of Harry Potter’s world. This was released in 2001 and served as prequels to the main Harry Potter story.&nbsp;</p>

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JK Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ latest spinoff film released its title and release date. The film will be called ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’. Based on the life of one of the most important characters in the Harry Potter franchise, Dumbledore, the film’s title has raked a unique reaction from internet users.

JK Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ latest spinoff film released its title and release date. The film will be called ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’. Based on the life of one of the most important characters in the Harry Potter franchise, Dumbledore, the film’s title has raked a unique reaction from internet users. Many joked that the film will show Dumbeldore as gay and the film will reveal the secret of his sexuality. There was then an onslaught of gay jokes and rumours about the titular wizard and Hogwarts headmaster. The topic for this speculation is rooted in JK Rowling’s previous statements that some say she made to sound ‘woke’. Weeks after the announcement of her Harry Potter book in 2007, the author had said that Dumbledore was gay, despite the books themselves offering no clues as to the wizard’s sexuality. Furthermore, she suggested that Dumbledore once had a homosexual relationship with Gellert Grindlewald, who features in the ‘Fantastic Beasts’ movies. However, none of the films have mentioned this either. JK Rowling was criticised for inserting a ‘woke’ subtext to her stories when in fact they had no such mention in the books. She had also said that there was at least one Jewish wizard at Hogwarts and that Hermoine may have been black despite the author describing her as a white girl in her books. JK Rowling busts myth around the origin of the Harry Potter series and its characters The Harry Potter author is now not in good books of the trans community too after she opposed gender-neutral languages arguing that it “erases” the concept of sex and thus womanhood. She has, since then, got death threats from some trans activists and faced backlash on the internet by many of her fans. Meanwhile, the new spinoff film ‘Fantastic Beasts 3: The Secrets of Dumbledore’ will release on April 15, 2022. The franchise of films has been adapted from a guidebook on the magical creatures of Harry Potter’s world. This was released in 2001 and served as prequels to the main Harry Potter story. Also Read: New JK Rowling children's book coming in October

Harry Potter spinoff 'Fantastic Beasts 3' title starts a thread on gay jokes, targets JK Rowling

<p>Located 1,000 km from Riyadh, in North-West Saudi Arabia, AlUla is a place of extraordinary natural and human heritage. The vast area, covering 22,561km², includes a lush oasis valley, towering sandstone mountains and ancient cultural heritage sites dating back thousands of years to when the Lihyan and Nabataean kingdoms reigned. The most well-known and recognised site in AlUla is Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first <a href="https://www.experiencealula.com/en/plan-your-trip/what-to-do/hegra-tour?utm_source=wion.com&amp;utm_medium=paid-referral&amp;utm_campaign=article1hegra">UNESCO World Heritage Site</a></p>

<p>A 52-hectare ancient city, Hegra was the principal southern city of the Nabataean Kingdom and is comprised of 111 well-preserved tombs, many with elaborate facades cut out of the sandstone outcrops surrounding the walled urban settlement.</p>

<p><img alt="Hegra" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3e700650-91af-4820-bc45-5cb96f35fe71" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/alula1.jpg" /><br />
<em>Hegra<br />
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<img alt="Jabal Ikmah" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="ee58cd6f-3df4-40b6-b176-c91182b38d23" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/alula2.jpg" /></em><br />
<em>Jabal Ikmah</em></p>

<p><img alt="Dadan" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a11e31e7-37ac-45de-92c9-91d3eaaef5e1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/alula3.jpg" /><br />
<em>Dadan</em></p>

<p><strong>Dadan:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>In addition to Hegra, AlUla is also home to ancient Dadan, the capital of the Dadan and Lihyan Kingdoms and considered to be one of the most developed 1st millennium BCE cities of the Arabian Peninsula. AlUla Old Town, a labyrinth of more than 900 mudbrick homes developed from at least the 12th century.</p>

<p><img alt="AlUla old town market" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e8023dc3-16e4-43e9-8941-b727200bd6a1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/alula%20old%20town%20market.jpg" /><br />
<em>AlUla old town market</em></p>

<p>In 1983, the last family left the <a href="https://www.experiencealula.com/en/plan-your-trip/what-to-do/old-town-tour?utm_source=wion.com&amp;utm_medium=paid-referral&amp;utm_campaign=article1oldtown">Old Town of AlUla</a>, and after that, the homes and marts that once witnessed bustles of life were doomed to face perennial silence. A city that thousands of years ago was the heart of an extraordinary cosmopolitan drew its last breath with the departure of its last inhabitants. While it could be the epitaph of the Old Town of AlUla, the city refused to die.</p>

<p>Sounds more like a story from the Arabian Nights? It all may appear as a wild imagination, but thankfully, it is a reality.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.experiencealula.com/en/business-special-events/maraya?utm_source=wion.com&amp;utm_medium=paid-referral&amp;utm_campaign=article1maraya">Maraya</a>:</strong></p>

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<p><em>Maraya- Guinness World Record for being the largest mirrored building in the world </em></p>

<p>The word Maraya means ‘mirror’ or ‘reflection’ in Arabic, a fitting name for a structure with 9,740 sq.mt of mirrors. Maraya, AlUla's multi-purpose conference and entertainment venue, is an architectural marvel that has been designed to reflect AlUla’s beautiful landscape. It is a modern wonder in a land of ancient wonders, and is AlUla's answer to MICE, business and wedding travellers globally. Maraya emerged as the centrepiece in one of AlUla’s premier cultural festivals – Winter at Tantora. The next year, Maraya Concert Hall hosted world-class performances, VIP experiences and pop-up events, including concerts by global superstars Andrea Bocelli, Lionel Richie, Enrique Iglesias, and many others.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https:/www.experiencealula.com/en/summer-in-alula?utm_source=wion.com&amp;utm_medium=paid-referral&amp;utm_campaign=article1summer"><strong>Experience AlUla</strong></a></p>

<p>While AlUla presents itself as a global cultural centre, there is much more than that in reality. The dessert hosts exquisite nature-made sculptures, sandstone mountains forming mesmerising landscapes, adventures, heritage, arts and culture. One needs to experience AlUla to truly appreciate its beauty. There’s also a sense of openness, vastness and quiet that invites visitors to wander in AlUla’s living museum. From mazes of dramatic rock formations to rolling, sand-swept dunes to a valley cloaked in palm and citrus groves to millennia-old clues in basalt lava flows, be sure to leave plenty of time in your AlUla itinerary to commune with its expansive natural offerings.</p>

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<em>AlUla Oasis</em><br />
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<em>Rock Art Trail<br />
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<em>Adventure</em></p>

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<p><strong>In Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.experiencealula.com/en/celebrate-alula?utm_source=wion.com&amp;utm_medium=paid-referral&amp;utm_campaign=article1celebrate">Celebrate AlUla</a>&nbsp;<br />
The graffiti, wall paintings, scriptures, grand tombs, and a balanced sprinkle of modern touch make AlUla valley a repertoire of blissfulness.</p>

<p>When you visit AlUla, you are captivated by the legacy of its ancient civilizations and walk its historic alleys appreciating its beauty and creativity, trying tastes that you have never tasted before. When you soak in the beauty of its landscape and appreciate the history carved on its rocks, its peaceful, serene environment. You will rediscover yourself through adventures and write your own story along with those who passed through this land, leaving a piece of your heart in its oasis, and taking home some beautiful, cherished memories.&nbsp;</p>

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Located 1,000 km from Riyadh, in North-West Saudi Arabia, AlUla is a place of extraordinary natural and human heritage. The vast area, covering 22,561km², includes a lush oasis valley, towering sandstone mountains and ancient cultural heritage sites dating back thousands of years to when the Lihyan and Nabataean kingdoms reigned.

Located 1,000 km from Riyadh, in North-West Saudi Arabia, AlUla is a place of extraordinary natural and human heritage. The vast area, covering 22,561km², includes a lush oasis valley, towering sandstone mountains and ancient cultural heritage sites dating back thousands of years to when the Lihyan and Nabataean kingdoms reigned. The most well-known and recognised site in AlUla is Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site A 52-hectare ancient city, Hegra was the principal southern city of the Nabataean Kingdom and is comprised of 111 well-preserved tombs, many with elaborate facades cut out of the sandstone outcrops surrounding the walled urban settlement. Hegra Jabal Ikmah Dadan Dadan: In addition to Hegra, AlUla is also home to ancient Dadan, the capital of the Dadan and Lihyan Kingdoms and considered to be one of the most developed 1st millennium BCE cities of the Arabian Peninsula. AlUla Old Town, a labyrinth of more than 900 mudbrick homes developed from at least the 12th century. AlUla old town market In 1983, the last family left the Old Town of AlUla, and after that, the homes and marts that once witnessed bustles of life were doomed to face perennial silence. A city that thousands of years ago was the heart of an extraordinary cosmopolitan drew its last breath with the departure of its last inhabitants. While it could be the epitaph of the Old Town of AlUla, the city refused to die. Sounds more like a story from the Arabian Nights? It all may appear as a wild imagination, but thankfully, it is a reality. Maraya: Maraya- Guinness World Record for being the largest mirrored building in the world The word Maraya means ‘mirror’ or ‘reflection’ in Arabic, a fitting name for a structure with 9,740 sq.mt of mirrors. Maraya, AlUla's multi-purpose conference and entertainment venue, is an architectural marvel that has been designed to reflect AlUla’s beautiful landscape. It is a modern wonder in a land of ancient wonders, and is AlUla's answer to MICE, business and wedding travellers globally. Maraya emerged as the centrepiece in one of AlUla’s premier cultural festivals – Winter at Tantora. The next year, Maraya Concert Hall hosted world-class performances, VIP experiences and pop-up events, including concerts by global superstars Andrea Bocelli, Lionel Richie, Enrique Iglesias, and many others. For More information: https://www.experiencealula.com/en/business-special-events/maraya?utm_source=wion.com&utm_medium=paid-referral&utm_campaign=article1maraya Experience AlUla While AlUla presents itself as a global cultural centre, there is much more than that in reality. The dessert hosts exquisite nature-made sculptures, sandstone mountains forming mesmerising landscapes, adventures, heritage, arts and culture. One needs to experience AlUla to truly appreciate its beauty. There’s also a sense of openness, vastness and quiet that invites visitors to wander in AlUla’s living museum. From mazes of dramatic rock formations to rolling, sand-swept dunes to a valley cloaked in palm and citrus groves to millennia-old clues in basalt lava flows, be sure to leave plenty of time in your AlUla itinerary to commune with its expansive natural offerings. AlUla Oasis Rock Art Trail Adventure For more information: https://www.experiencealula.com/en/summer-in-alula?utm_source=wion.com&utm_medium=paid-referral&utm_campaign=article1summer In Conclusion Celebrate AlUla The graffiti, wall paintings, scriptures, grand tombs, and a balanced sprinkle of modern touch make AlUla valley a repertoire of blissfulness. When you visit AlUla, you are captivated by the legacy of its ancient civilizations and walk its historic alleys appreciating its beauty and creativity, trying tastes that you have never tasted before. When you soak in the beauty of its landscape and appreciate the history carved on its rocks, its peaceful, serene environment. You will rediscover yourself through adventures and write your own story along with those who passed through this land, leaving a piece of your heart in its oasis, and taking home some beautiful, cherished memories. For more information: https://www.experiencealula.com/en/celebrate-alula?utm_source=wion.com&utm_medium=paid-referral&utm_campaign=article1celebrate DISCLAIMER: This is sponsored content. WION doesn't endorse or evaluate the advertised product, service, or company nor any of the claims made.

AlUla: Come visit world's masterpiece

<p>Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon will be seen together as they get roped in action film ‘Ganapath’. Eli AvrRam will also be seen in the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the latest reports, Elli AvrRam will be playing a pivotal role in ‘Ganapath’. She is expected to join the team by October end in the UK for the first schedule.</p>

<p>Reports also suggest that the film ‘Ganapath’ will be set in the future. Earlier there were reports that the film will be set in the 2090s. However, new data suggest that it will focus on a world in 2030s, a world post pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film is a two-part franchise and narrates 10 years of Ganapath’s life starting from 2030 to 2040. The makers have made changes to the script keeping in mind the post COVID world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first schedule is expected to be wrapped by January next year.</p>

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<p>Parts of the film will also be shot in Mumbai next year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Makers are expecting ‘Ganapath’ to be ready for a release in Christmas 2022.</p>

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Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon will be seen together as they get roped in action film ‘Ganapath’. Eli AvrRam will also be seen in the film. According to the latest reports, Elli AvrRam will be playing a pivotal role in ‘Ganapath’.

Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon will be seen together as they get roped in action film ‘Ganapath’. Eli AvrRam will also be seen in the film. According to the latest reports, Elli AvrRam will be playing a pivotal role in ‘Ganapath’. She is expected to join the team by October end in the UK for the first schedule. Reports also suggest that the film ‘Ganapath’ will be set in the future. Earlier there were reports that the film will be set in the 2090s. However, new data suggest that it will focus on a world in 2030s, a world post pandemic. The film is a two-part franchise and narrates 10 years of Ganapath’s life starting from 2030 to 2040. The makers have made changes to the script keeping in mind the post COVID world. The first schedule is expected to be wrapped by January next year. The film is heavy on VFX effects. The makers are planning on starting with the VFX right after the first schedule. 'Jungle Cruise' review: Dwayne Johnson's film is predictable yet enjoyable Parts of the film will also be shot in Mumbai next year. Makers are expecting ‘Ganapath’ to be ready for a release in Christmas 2022. Iconic Indian adverts from the 90s that will warm the cockles of your heart Harry Potter spinoff 'Fantastic Beasts 3' title starts a thread on gay jokes, targets JK Rowling

Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, Eli AvrRam cast in 'Ganapath', a film set in 2030s

<p>‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ will soon bring back its live studio audience as COVID cases decrease.</p>

<p>This will be the first time that The Late Late Show will film in front of a live studio since the start of the pandemic. It would obviously mean that the audiences will be fully vaccinated.&nbsp;</p>

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‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ will soon bring back its live studio audience as COVID cases decrease. This will be the first time that The Late Late Show will film in front of a live studio since the start of the pandemic.

‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ will soon bring back its live studio audience as COVID cases decrease. This will be the first time that The Late Late Show will film in front of a live studio since the start of the pandemic. It would obviously mean that the audiences will be fully vaccinated. The CBS show is the latest late-night talk show to look to bring back a crowd. Earlier, ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’, which also shoots in Los Angeles, brought back audiences this year, as did New York-shot shows ‘The Late Show’ with Stephen Colbert and ‘The Tonight Show’ starring Jimmy Fallon. It is also planned that ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ will bring studio audience by October. 'Sex and the City' family mourns death of fan favourite Willie Garson This means only The Daily Show with Trevor Noah is without an audience. JoJo Siwa, partner first ever same-sex couple to perform at 'Dancing With The Stars' Los Angeles to open 'Parthenon of film museums,' says Tom Hanks

‘The Late Late Show With James Corden’ set to bring back studio audience

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