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Published on May 16, 2025

Unpacking J.K. Rowling's Controversial Comments About the Transgender Community

While J.K. Rowling achieved legendary status through Harry Potter and its Wizarding World, her controversial views now reach beyond the franchise itself. Here's a little rundown of everything she said against the Transgender community so far. It …

Source: Epicstream - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

“This Won’t End Well…,” Martina Navratilova Stands by J.K. Rowling’s Warning Over Medical Scandals in NHS Transgender ...

The unfolding dialogue about transgender athletes in sports has drawn in notable voices. Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has actively contributed, expressing reservations, notably concerning fairness in women’s competitions. Her perspective often …

Source: Essentially Sports - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

‘Batsh*t Argument’: J.K. Rowling Shares What She Thinks Is the Most Absurd Take on Gender Identity

J.K. Rowling recently came across what she called a wild argument online and decided to share it on her social media. From advocating for women’s rights and safe spaces to firmly opposing trans activism, the creator of the Harry Potter series has recently …

Source: Epicstream - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2025

JK Rowling gave away £63 million after seeing photo of a boy that left her incredibly moved

J.K. Rowling might not have the best reputation amongst all corners of the Earth right now, but there's no doubt that the author has left a lasting legacy. It's not just through her Harry Potter books and films, which continue to inspire …

Source: LAD Bible - Pending
Published on May 18, 2025

Harry Potter's Very First Scene Makes A Fantastic Beasts Plot Hole Even Harder To Ignore

When I was nine years old, two friends held a joint birthday party at a local movie theater the day the very first Harry Potter film was released. I was sat in the back row, buzzing with anticipation. I’d read the book, but I still had no idea what to …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2025

JK Rowling says incredible decision was inspired by single image of a young boy

JK Rowling has revealed that one black and white photograph inspired her to donate a staggering £63 million. In a candid new interview, the celebrated Harry Potter writer disclosed how in the summer of 2004, an arresting image of a young boy caged and …

Source: Edinburgh Live - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2025

The budget for HBO’s Harry Potter TV series will blow your mind

Hyderabad: If you were a kid in the 90s or early 2000s, Harry Potter was more than just a story—it was a part of life. J.K. Rowling’s books turned many into avid readers, eagerly awaiting each new release. The films, starting in 2001, brought the magic to …

Source: The Siasat Daily - Indeterminate
Published on May 18, 2025

Epic Universe timeline: From dragons to butterbeer, here’s how theme park evolved

Universal’s Epic Universe is a theme park years in the making. Its timeline is filled with rumors, roller coasters, dragons, pandemic and a swig of butterbeer. Here’s how it unfolded. • 1998: Universal purchases 2,000 acres of property along Sand Lake Road …

Source: Orlando Sentinel - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2025

How not to argue

Arguing for a Better World: How to Talk About the Issues That Divide Us, Arianne Shahvisi, John Murray Publishers Ltd, £12.42 The premise of this book, by philosopher Arianne Shahvisi, is appealing: that discussions of controversial social and political …

Source: The Critic - Right-wing
Published on May 18, 2025

'Harry Potter' Fan Theory Claims Beloved Character Was on Team Voldemort

If there is one fantasy novel series and fantasy movie franchise that will arguably never cease to bring joy, then it is Harry Potter. The eight Harry Potter movies gave fans ample material to dig into, uncovering hidden secrets and discovering mysterious …

Source: Movie Web - Neutral
Published on May 17, 2025

Woodland Shakespeare Club provides yearly update

Have you seen this T-shirt: “I’m with the banned?” That was the shirt worn by the Woodland Shakespeare Club (WSC) committee members as they introduced the 2024-25 program theme: Free People Read Freely. For the year’s study and discussion, the committee …

Source: Daily Democrat - California - Neutral
Published on May 17, 2025

First look at the £1,000,000,000 ‘mini city’ being built for Harry Potter TV show

A ‘mini-city’ is being built to house the upcoming Harry Potter TV series (Picture: UnBoxPHD/SplashNews.com) A £1billion ‘mini city’ is reportedly being built for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter adaptation – and it comes complete with its own school (not …

Source: Metro - Neutral
Published on May 17, 2025

What Happened To Every Major Harry Potter Character After The Movies

The World of Witchcraft and Wizardry seen across the Harry Potter movies was packed with incredible three-dimensional characters whose stories continued well after the credits rolled. Based on the original book series by J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter was a …

Source: Screen Rant - Neutral
Published on May 17, 2025

Northview learner writes her fifth book at 12

POLOKWANE – At just 12 years old, Vhudi Tshivhuyahuvhi is proving that it’s never too early to follow your dreams. A passionate admirer of British author J.K. Rowling, who wrote her first story at six but was only published at 32, Vhudi is blazing her own …

Source: Polokwane Review & Polokwane Observer - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Are Soft Skills The New Job Currency?

Will AI make right brain skills more valuable in the marketplace?Deposit Photos Learn to code.” Remember that rallying cry? Just a few years ago, conventional thinking suggested AI would replace blue collar workers en masse. Pundits suggested truckers …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Giant: John Lithgow’s masterful turn explores Roald Dahl’s antisemitism – and wider questions about children’s ...

Back in 2023, a bitter debate erupted over the editing of Roald Dahl’s children’s books. His publishers, Puffin Books, had worked with Dahl’s estate (now owned by Netflix) to remove references to violence, body size, mental health, gender and skin colour. …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

A brief tour of Brandon Fugal’s office: Movie props, rare books and other oddities

This story appears in the May 2025 issue of Utah Business. Subscribe. Ask Brandon Fugal about his most prized possession and he likely won’t say it’s his custom Airbus H130 helicopter or black Lamborghini Aventador Miura — though, yes, he has those too. …

Source: Utah Business - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

My Colleague Is a Super Fan of a Very Controversial Franchise. And She’s Forcing It on Us All.

Good Job is Slate’s advice column on work. Have a workplace problem big or small? Send it to Laura Helmuth and Doree Shafrir here. It’s anonymous! Dear Good Job, I work in a niche hospital role. There are three of us on shift (about seven total on my shift …

Source: Slate Magazine - Left-wing
Published on May 16, 2025

The Wildest Harry Potter Theories Of All Time, Ranked

It's important to remember the ongoing controversial statements by the creator of the Harry Potter franchise. CBR supports the hard work of industry professionals on properties fans know and love and the wider world of Harry Potter that fans have …

Source: Comic Book Resources (CBR) - Neutral

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

EU Nations Urge Stricter Social Media Age Checks

(MENAFN) France, Spain, and Greece are strongly promoting the introduction of compulsory age verification on major social media platforms such as Meta’s Facebook and Elon Musk’s X, based on a report by a news outlet on Friday. Under the proposed guidelines …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 17:32 GMT

XRP News: XenDex Presale Still Ongoing While Preparing For Its First Security Audit, Buy $XDX Before Listing On ...

SYDNEY, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As XRP’s bullish momentum continues to shake the crypto world, XenDex is quickly becoming the most anticipated DeFi launch on the XRP Ledger. With its soft cap already filled and the hard cap nearly complete, the $ …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 00:16 GMT

Hip Hop Star Sparky D and Entrepreneur Tina Greenlee Appear on 'This Is My Story' on Apple TV and VTV Television Network

BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hip Hop Pioneer Sparky D and Entrepreneur Tina Greenlee appeared as guests on "This Is My Story" hosted by iHeartRadio’s own Lee Michaels. This special episode of " …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 00:13 GMT

Run Like A Warrior Fun Run at Hood College, Frederick MD

Run Like a Warrior Fundraiser hosted by Lyme Warrior and The Leaf Program, Inc. (Frederick) to raise awareness and prevention education for tick-borne diseases. FREDERICK, MD, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frederick Joins …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 00:28 GMT

Blue Sky Scrubs Launches New Scrub Cap Style Guide to Help Healthcare Workers Find Their Perfect Fit

Blue Sky Scrubs Launches New Scrub Cap Style Guide With Our New Summer Scrubs Collection to Help Healthcare Workers Find Their Perfect Fit. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue Sky Scrubs, a leader in premium, …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 00:26 GMT

Mastermind Business System by Tony Robbins & Dean Graziosi Offers Framework for Building Knowledge-Based Businesses

Mastermind Business System by Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi helps individuals launch and grow knowledge-based businesses online. FL, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the recent conclusion of the Thrive in 2025 event, …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 21:18 GMT

EU nations want mandatory social media age verification

(MENAFN) France, Spain, and Greece are leading efforts to implement mandatory age verification for social media platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter), according to a report by Bloomberg. The proposed rules would require all devices connected to …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 09:24 GMT

U.S. Considers Migrant Reality TV Show

(MENAFN) The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly contemplating involvement in a reality television program where immigrants would compete for the chance to gain American citizenship, according to Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 00:21 GMT

ASHLEY A. H. GRAY SELECTED AS TOP CEO AND HEALTH POLICY CONSULTANT OF THE YEAR BY IAOTP

Ashley A. H. Gray will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ashley A. H. Gray, MPP, was recently selected as Top CEO and …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

DESIFEST Brings South Asian Music Back to the Heart of Gerrard Street In Toronto

DESIFEST x Lahore Tikka House bring Open Mic Unplugged to Gerrard St — live South Asian music, food & culture, May 31. A night of roots + rhythm. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Open Mic Unplugged Brings South …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Antisolar Kft. forradalmi marketingstratégiával terjeszkedik az online térben

Antisolar Kft. új marketingstratégiával és digitális eszközökkel bővíti globális jelenlétét, Gégényi Pál szakértelmével. BUDAPEST, PEST MEGYE, HUNGARY, May 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Az Antisolar Árnyékolástechnikai Gyártó, Kereskedelmi és …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 22:14 GMT

Medicines for Poland: L'Europa si trova di fronte a una scelta cruciale sulla riforma del mercato e dei farmaci

VARSAVIA, Polonia, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Il dibattito tra gli Stati membri in merito alla riforma farmaceutica dell'UE per garantire farmaci a prezzi accessibili e sostenere la produzione europea è quasi giunto al termine. La strategia punta …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

ECG INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that Everus Construction Group, Inc. Investors with ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Everus Construction Group, Inc. (“Everus” or …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

Monexis Unveils Next-Generation Trading Platform, Pairing Tailored Strategies with Global Market Access

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monexis today announced the official launch of its revamped multi-asset trading platform, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering bespoke strategies, real-time analytics, and round-the-clock support to …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

ONFA Fintech USA Partners with Metti Capital Funding to Accelerate Blockchain Banking and DeFi Expansion

SAN FRANCISCO, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ONFA FINTECH USA, a subsidiary of METTITECH GROUP HOLDINGS, has signed a strategic agreement backed by Metti Capital Funding to expand its blockchain-based digital banking platform. This strategic move aims …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 17:20 GMT

XRP News: XenDex Currently In Its last Presale Phase As Users Expect Its First DEX Launch And Exchange Listing, Join ...

SYDNEY, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As XRP makes headlines across the globe, XenDex is capturing investor attention as the most powerful decentralized exchange being built on the XRP Ledger. With its soft cap already filled and the hard cap nearly …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:43 GMT

POPEcoin Raises $1.5 Million in Ten Days with No VCs, No Taxes, and No Apologies

ROME, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an economy where memecoins often rise and fall within the same week, POPEcoin ($POPE) has managed to carve out a real foothold—raising $1.5 million in just ten days, without venture capital, early access …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:34 GMT

Nimanode: Powering the First No-Code AI Agent Platform Built on XRP Ledger

LEEDS, United Kingdom, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nimanode, a first-of-its-kind AI automation platform has announced their project kickoff by emphasising they will be building on the XRP Ledger. As a platform designed to power a new era of autonomous …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action Against Avis Budget Group, Inc. and Certain Officers – CAR

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Avis Budget Group, Inc. (“Avis Budget” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CAR) and certain officers. The class action, filed in the United …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. of ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (“Ultra Clean” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UCTT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Solaris Energy Infrastructure, ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Solaris Energy Infrastructure, Inc. (“SEI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SEI). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Bakkt Holdings, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Bakkt Holdings, Inc. (“Bakkt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BKKT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw. …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Napco Security Technologies, Inc....

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Napco Security Technologies, Inc. (“Napco” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NSSC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of FTI Consulting, Inc. - FCN

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of FTI Consulting, Inc. (“FTI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FCN). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581 …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Landstar System, Inc. - LSTR

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Landstar System, Inc. (“Landstar” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LSTR). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Elevance Health, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Elevance Health, Inc. (“Elevance” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ELV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. - IOVA

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (“Iovance” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IOVA). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Luminar Technologies, Inc. - LAZR

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Luminar Technologies, Inc. (“Luminar” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LAZR). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw. …

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