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By Anand Harsh December 10, 2025 9:50 pm CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now. Anand’s Picks to Click CALL THE SITTER Dec 10-11: Robert Earl Keen @ Jefferson TheaterThis songwriter is truly one of the most talented and entrancing performers...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Police Department arrested two people and seized multiple gaming machines, cash, and drug paraphernalia Tuesday in an effort to shut down an illegal gambling operation.At around 5 p.m., the Narcotics/Vice Division Gambling Detail served a search warrant on an illegal game room on Kawaiaha’o Street, said police.Officers recovered 16 gambling machines with an estimated value of $135,000, along with $3,910 in cash, said police.HPD arrested a 29-year-old man and a 58-year-old woman on suspicion of second-degree promoting gambling and possession of a gambling device.To report illegal gambling, call the Narcotics/Vice 24-hour hotline at (808) 723-3933 or use the online form.Copyright 2025 Hawaii News Now. All rights reserved. Source link

The film business is not much different from investing. We see potential in gold, bonds, shares, and real estate; filmmakers see it in their movies’ box office prospects. The higher the returns, the higher the investment. That’s pretty much the fundamental idea behind why and how a standalone movie sparks a franchise.Whereas some movies are conceived with shrewd foresight and their franchise potential already in mind, others aren’t born with that prophetic intuition. A chance stumble into outstanding audience support and love refuses to let them stay small, and they become bigger than just a movie; they become a universe.We are going to look at 10 such films that started as contained, stand-alone movies, but managed to catch lightning in a bottle.10 Movies That Spawned Franchises1. Star Wa...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Some of Santa Barbara's top musicians have come out for a special event and to raise money for the Unity Shoppe. The show was at the Red Piano in Santa Barbara Sunday. It was the annual John Lennon Tribute with three hours full of songs by Lennon and the Beatles. Jason Libs from the Red Piano led the musical tribute and those attending joined in with their favorite songs. The tip jar was over flowing with donations that will be brought to the Unity Shoppe. Performers included Jason Libs, Jackson Gillies, Bobby Montanes, Steve Puailoa, Maitland Ward, Will Bremon, Michael Andrews and many others. The event is held around the time of the anniversary of the death of Lennon on December 8, 1980. News Channel 3 will air the annual Unity telet...

Global Info Research's report offers an in-depth look into the current and future trends in Gaming Merchandise, making it an invaluable resource for businesses involved in the sector. This data will help companies make informed decisions on research and development, product design, and marketing strategies. It also provides insights into Gaming Merchandise' cost structure, raw material sources, and production processes. Additionally, it offers an understanding of the regulations and policies that are likely to shape the future of the industry. In essence, our report can help you stay ahead of the curve and better capitalize on industry trends.According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Gaming Merchandise market size was valued at US$ 61600 million in 2025 and is foreca...

Jessa Duggar (m. Ben Seewald)Jim Bob and Michelle's fifth child, Jessa Duggar, was born Nov. 4, 1992. Jessa met Ben through church and he began courting her in 2013—the old-fashioned approach to romance coming as a brand-new notion to a lot of viewers. The kids never talked about their romances pre-engagement, so Jim Bob explained to People, "Courting is getting to know each other in a group setting, both families spending time together and the couple setting goals together to determine if they are meant to marry. With dating, a couple will often pair off alone and that sometimes leads to a more physical relationship." Ben asked for Jessa's hand and then proposed in August 2014—sealing the deal by holding her hand for the first time. They married on Nov. 1, 2014. Jessa was pregnant with th...

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A former teacher at a Connecticut school has been arrested and charged over an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student several years ago.Documents reviewed by Fox News Digital show Ciara Picard, 39, who taught music at Maloney High School in Meriden, faces five counts of second-degree sexual assault.The charges are also detailed further in an unsealed arrest warrant, according to News 8 Daily News.Records show a police investigation began in response to allegations Picard had a sexual relationship with a male student who has graduated. KENTUCKY TEACHER ACCUSED OF EXPOSING HERSELF TO STUDENT DURING SHOWER VIDEO CHAT TO ARRANGE SEX A former Maloney High School music teacher faces multiple sexual assault counts involving a student. (Goo...

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) now account for nearly 20% of the global blockchain gaming workforce. This marks the largest regional shift in industry history. The Blockchain Game Alliance’s 2025 State of the Industry Report, released at the Global Blockchain Show Abu Dhabi on December 10, 2025, highlights a dramatic shift in global talent. MENA rose from just 0.5% in 2021 to 19.8% in 2025—the fastest growth since tracking began.Sponsored Explosive Growth Reshapes Regional DemographicsThe BGA’s fifth annual survey signals a fundamental rebalancing of the blockchain gaming landscape. Western markets are contracting, while other regions are accelerating digital infrastructure and strengthening regulatory frameworks. The survey collected 506 valid responses in 2025, fewer than...

The semester is finally coming to a close, and once finals are over, we know what it's like to be searching for something to do to fill your time. We present to you an abundance of options of holiday movies to keep you occupied this winter season.  Die Hard Yes, it is a Christmas movie. Izabella Ducato, Editor-in-Chief The Muppet Christmas Carol I was wracking my brain for pretentious film major Christmas picks, like Sean Baker’s “Tangerine,” but honestly, I can and will re-watch “The Muppet Christmas Carol” every year. An adorable version of “A Christmas Carol” fit for everyone, with a hilariously serious acting performance from Michael Caine – possibly the best Scrooge ever. Also, I would highly recommend theater and ...

The performances run through Dec. 23SAN ANTONIO – The Wonder Theatre’s holiday production of “The Sound of Music” is happening now. The beloved musical features songs like “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “The Sound of Music.”The Wonder Theatre's cast of "The Sound of Music" (KSAT 2025)In a news release, the theater describes the show as an “inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, which follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.”Performances run through Dec. 23 The Wonder Theatre's cas...