Terence Davies, British Filmmaker of Working-Class Life, Dies at 77

Terence Davies, British Filmmaker of Working-Class Life, Dies at 77

British author and director Terence Davies, known for films including Distant Voices and Still Lives, has died at the age of 77.   Davies is best known for his autobiographical films, including Distant Voices, Still Lives, and The Long Day Closes, as well as his adaptation of Edith Wharton’s The House of Mirth, starring Gillian…

Notre Dame Falls to Louisville, Raising Questions About Marcus Freeman’s Future

Notre Dame Falls to Louisville, Raising Questions About Marcus Freeman’s Future

After Saturday’s win, the Cardinals are sure they have found their guy in local son Jeff Brohm. There is still time for Fighting Irish fans to be amazed by Marcus Freeman’s second season. The proper college football coach can have a significant impact on the team. This was evident on Saturday night at L &…

China Calls for Calm After Hamas Attacks Israel

China Calls for Calm After Hamas Attacks Israel

In response to Hamas’s assault on Israel from Gaza on Sunday, China urged calm.A spokesperson for China’s foreign ministry issued the following statement: ““We call on relevant parties to remain calm, exercise restraint and immediately end the hostilities to protect civilians and avoid further deterioration of the situation,” China will work “relentlessly” to endeavor to…

Egyptian Policeman Kills Two Israeli Tourists and One Egyptian at Tourist Site

Egyptian Policeman Kills Two Israeli Tourists and One Egyptian at Tourist Site

The Egyptian Interior Ministry says that an Egyptian police officer opened fire on Israeli tourists in Alexandria, which is on the Mediterranean Sea. The shooting killed at least two Israelis and one Egyptian. A security official who did not want to be named told the Extra News TV station, which has close ties to Egyptian…

Israel, Hezbollah Edge Closer to War as Artillery, Rocket Fire Escalates

Israel, Hezbollah Edge Closer to War as Artillery, Rocket Fire Escalates

There was artillery and rocket fire between Israel and Hezbollah, the strong armed group in Lebanon, on Sunday after the deadliest attack on Israel by Palestinian attackers in years.As of right now, there were no reports of injuries in either Israel or Lebanon from the fighting on Sunday. On Saturday, Palestinian attackers attacked Israeli towns…

Escalation in Middle East: A Hamas attack killed 250 Israelis, Hurt 1,500, and Took Dozens Hostage

Escalation in Middle East: A Hamas attack killed 250 Israelis, Hurt 1,500, and Took Dozens Hostage

Hamas militants attacked Israel from the blockaded Gaza Strip in a shockingly large and well-planned way during a major Jewish holiday, which led to a harsh reaction from Israel. Hamas gunmen broke into many places outside of Gaza and attacked, killing dozens of people and taking prisoners. Israel responded with missiles and said it was…

Hamas Kills 40 in Bold Attack on Israel: Netanyahu Declares War

Hamas Kills 40 in Bold Attack on Israel: Netanyahu Declares War

In an unprecedented attack against Israel, the ruling Hamas militant group in the Gaza Strip launched thousands of rockets and sent fighters infiltrating the heavily fortified border via air, land, and sea on a significant holiday. The unexpected attack caught the nation off-guard, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread anarchy. Several hours after the invasion…

New York City Faces Second Flood Threat in a Week as Heavy Rain Returns

New York City Faces Second Flood Threat in a Week as Heavy Rain Returns

On Saturday, the second consecutive weekend, New York City will be at risk of flooding due to heavy rainfall in the Northeast. Northern New Jersey to northern Maine will be drenched by a cold front, followed by remnants of former tropical storm Philippe. These areas have a minor risk of excessive rainfall from Saturday morning…