Directed by Nigerian director Akin Omotoso, the biopic titled 'Rise' (originally titled 'Greek Freak' ) will follow the Antetokounmpo family's emigration from Nigeria to Greece, their struggle to their passion for basketball and how it transformed their lives. In a statement confirming the production, Giannis said: "I am thrilled and honored that Disney+ is bringing my family's story to people all over the world. My hope is that it will inspire those in similar circumstances to keep the faith, stay true to their goals and not to give up on striving for a better life. Read More...
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December 19, 1938 12:00 AM GMT-5
Heil Memel! In the semi-autonomous district of Memel, Lithuania, last week, the greeting everywhere was “Heil!” Uniformed storm troopers marched through the streets. Banners proclaiming the familiar One People, One Reich, One Will stretched across buildings. The only Nazi trappings missing were pictures of Adolf Hitler and swastikas. Lithuanian State police moved out. Lithuanian troops kept strictly to their barracks and the Lithuanian Governor, his decrees defied, resigned to be replaced by another who refrained from issuing orders. Read More...
Michelle Young's Season of 'The Bachelorette' Finally Has a Release DateBy Pretty HonorePublished Aug. 9 2021, 8:11 p.m. ET
Source: ABCKatie Thurston’s time on The Bachelorette has been an emotional rollercoaster, to say the least. After the departures of Greg Grippo and Michael Allio, it’s unclear who will take home Katie Thurston’s final rose, but the Season 17 finale of The Bachelorette will reveal who came out on top. Now that the competition for Katie’s heart has finally come to a close, fans are wondering what’s next for the franchise. Read More...