The Slovenian Mixed Martial Arts Association has joined the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation. The SMMAA is the latest IMMAF member from Europe. Hailing from Ljubljana, Slovenia, World Freefight Challenge owner Zlatko Mahic is the president of the democratic SMMAA body. The association is underpinned by a vast base of member clubs and diverse leadership made … Continue reading Slovenia joins IMMAF; Zlatko Mahic is SMMAA president
Academy Awards invites 5 ‘Parasite’ actors as new members
Five "Parasite" actors were invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for 2020. Including South Korea, 68 countries were represented on the list of invitees. Directed by Bong Joon Ho, "Parasite" premiered at the 72nd Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2019 and became the first ever Palme d'Or winner from … Continue reading Academy Awards invites 5 ‘Parasite’ actors as new members
List of Academy Awards’ 819 invitees in 2020
The annual list of invitations to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for 2020 has been released. The list includes one associate, 47 actors, 20 casting directors, 15 cinematographers, 14 costume designers, 39 directors, 109 documentary filmmakers, 49 executives, 29 film editors, 18 makeup artists and hairstylists, 90 marketing and public … Continue reading List of Academy Awards’ 819 invitees in 2020
Mark McCloskey, Patricia McCloskey respect Black Lives Matter message: Lawyer
Personal-injury lawyers Mark T. McCloskey, 63, and Patricia Novak McCloskey, 61, have nothing against the Black Lives Matter movement, according to their lawyer Albert Watkins. The couple is dubbed Ken and Karen, a modern version of Bonnie and Clyde or an entitled white couple. “My clients, as melanin-deficient human beings, are completely respectful of the … Continue reading Mark McCloskey, Patricia McCloskey respect Black Lives Matter message: Lawyer
Wanderlei Silva vs Quinton Jackson made Mehmosh Raza love MMA
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, 42, of the United States knocked out Wanderlei "The Axe Murderer" Silva, 43, of Brazil at "UFC 92: The Ultimate 2008" at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on December 27, 2008. This fight made Mehmosh “The Renegade” Raza, 25, of Pakistan interested in mixed martial arts. A … Continue reading Wanderlei Silva vs Quinton Jackson made Mehmosh Raza love MMA
BRAVE CF’s Mehmosh Raza: I didn’t fit in Pakistan nor in Ireland
Mehmosh “The Renegade” Raza, 25, fights out of Islamabad, Pakistan. Recently, the mixed martial artist signed with BRAVE Combat Federation talked about his childhood, which he split between Pakistan and Ireland. "Growing up, I was bullied a lot," Raza said. "I did not fit in Pakistan nor in Ireland. I was made fun of constantly … Continue reading BRAVE CF’s Mehmosh Raza: I didn’t fit in Pakistan nor in Ireland
PhilPop goes global with #MusicBreakingBorders
PhilPop has always been a reliable and trusted platform in fostering appreciation for quality and original compositions that reflect Filipino culture, experience and identity. In 2020, the Philippines' premier songwriting competition plans to continue its mission of promoting homegrown music on a scale that has never been done before by going global and forging regional … Continue reading PhilPop goes global with #MusicBreakingBorders
J Alexander Kueng’s defenses: Self defense, reasonable force, authorized use of force
J Alexander Kueng, 26, will rely upon the doctrines of self defense, reasonable use of force and authorized use of force at trial. The Nigerian-American former cop's lawyer Thomas C. Plunkett filed his Rule 9 disclosure in district court in Minnesota, United States on June 29, 2020 at 12:28 p.m. Involved in George Floyd's lethal arrest, … Continue reading J Alexander Kueng’s defenses: Self defense, reasonable force, authorized use of force
Zimbabwe’s Sha Sha is 2020 BET Awards’ Best New International Act
Charmaine Mapimbiro, who is professionally Sha Sha, was one of the winners at the 20th Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards on June 28, 2020. The Best New International Act award was given to the songstress from Mutare, Zimbabwe. Including Sha Sha, the only BET Awards 2020 nominee from Zimbabwe, there were two artists from Africa nominated … Continue reading Zimbabwe’s Sha Sha is 2020 BET Awards’ Best New International Act
‘ONE: No Surrender’ fight card: 3 ONE Super Series bouts in Bangkok, Thailand
ONE Championship has officially confirmed the resumption of its flagship event schedule beginning with "ONE: No Surrender" in Bangkok, Thailand on July 31, 2020. It marks the promotion’s expanded return to closed-door, audience-free live events. The first three major bouts confirmed to be in the "ONE: No Surrender" fight card feature an array of blockbuster … Continue reading ‘ONE: No Surrender’ fight card: 3 ONE Super Series bouts in Bangkok, Thailand
