2003's 'Cold Mountain' modernised The Odyssey 23 years before Nolan's film

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2003's 'Cold Mountain' modernised The Odyssey 23 years before Nolan's film

Charles Frazier's 1997 novel "Cold Mountain" blended Homer's Odyssey with Civil War America, and director Anthony Minghella adapted it into an Oscar-winning film for Miramax in 2003. The film is being recalled as Christopher Nolan prepares his own Odyssey adaptation. It predates the better-remembered Coen Brothers film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" (2000) in drawing on the same ancient epic.

Is 'Cold Mountain' a better Odyssey adaptation than the Coen Brothers' 'O Brother, Where Art Thou?'

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Spain vs France at the World Cup: their only ever meeting decided in the 92nd minute

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Spain vs France at the World Cup: their only ever meeting decided in the 92nd minute

Spain and France have faced each other at the World Cup only once — in the round of 16 at the 2006 tournament in Germany. The match produced four goals, with the decisive strike coming in the 92nd minute. The winning side went on to reach the World Cup final.

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Psychologist: Returning to an ex after 20 years works only under one condition

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Psychologist: Returning to an ex after 20 years works only under one condition

Michał Wiśniewski's decision to reunite with his second wife Marta "Mandaryna" Wiśniewska after two decades has sparked debate about rekindled relationships. Psychologist Barbara Wesołowska-Budka warns that the passage of time alone does not change how people function in a relationship. Success is most likely for those who have genuinely worked through their past issues and changed as individuals.

Can returning to an ex after many years lead to a successful relationship?

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Oklahoma palaeontologists find soft tissue in a 450-million-year-old crinoid fossil

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Oklahoma palaeontologists find soft tissue in a 450-million-year-old crinoid fossil

Scientists at the University of Oklahoma have discovered perfectly preserved soft tissue inside a crinoid fossil approximately 450 million years old — more than 200 million years older than the dinosaurs. Researchers describe this type of find as a once-in-a-million discovery. The preservation offers a rare window into the biology of early Palaeozoic marine invertebrates.

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Navy expert: US 20% cargo toll in the Strait of Hormuz is legally questionable

Jennifer Parker, Adjunct Fellow at UNSW Canberra and former Royal Australian Navy officer with over 20 years' experience, says the US blockade and 20% cargo toll in the Strait of Hormuz raises serious legal and diplomatic questions. Parker has led multinational maritime operations in the Middle East. She shared her analysis on Bloomberg's "Insight with Haslinda Amin."

Does the US have the right to impose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz?

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Dispute over Warsaw Chopin Airport parking tender to go before National Appeals Chamber

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Dispute over Warsaw Chopin Airport parking tender to go before National Appeals Chamber

A company taking part in the multi-million-zloty tender for modernising the car park at Warsaw Chopin Airport argues that the requirement to integrate new equipment with the existing IT system limits competition, and has referred the matter to the National Appeals Chamber (KIO). Polish Airports (PPL) refuse to modify the tender conditions. The KIO will now rule on the dispute.

Should Polish Airports modify the Chopin Airport parking tender conditions?

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Netflix developing Monopoly-style reality show

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Netflix developing Monopoly-style reality show

Netflix is developing a major new reality show inspired by the mechanics of the board game Monopoly. Details of the format have not yet been disclosed, but the platform is actively working on the project. It marks another attempt by the streaming giant to draw on a popular board game as the concept for an original production.

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AntyWeb · 39min ago · Source ↗

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Russian volunteer commander: Putin planning autumn mobilisation, society expects disaster

Denis Kapustin, founder of the Russian Volunteer Corps fighting on Ukraine's side, says Russian society is living in anticipation of an approaching catastrophe. He claims social tensions in Russia are rising and that Putin intends to announce a new mobilisation in autumn 2026. Kapustin points to multiple signs of Kremlin military preparations as evidence.

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US bars direct return from DR Congo over Ebola fears, requires 21-day quarantine

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US bars direct return from DR Congo over Ebola fears, requires 21-day quarantine

The Trump administration has barred US citizens in the Democratic Republic of Congo from returning directly to the United States due to Ebola fears. Before re-entering the country, they will be required to undergo a 21-day quarantine in a third country. The measure was reported by Reuters.

Is a 21-day third-country quarantine the right response to Ebola risk?

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US government moves $297M in seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime

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US government moves $297M in seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime

The US government transferred $297 million worth of seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime. The move has raised questions about President Trump's pledge to establish a Bitcoin reserve. However, deposits to Coinbase Prime do not in themselves confirm that a sale is imminent.

Should the US sell its seized crypto rather than hold it as a reserve?

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Using pumice without soaking feet first makes cracked heels worse, not better

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Using pumice without soaking feet first makes cracked heels worse, not better

Applying a pumice stone to dry feet without first soaking them causes the skin on heels to harden even more rather than soften. The critical step many people skip is soaking feet in warm water for several minutes before using the pumice, which softens the skin and prevents micro-abrasions. Regular moisturising after the treatment is equally important for lasting smooth skin.

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"Between Rock and River" holiday house – a tranquil Czech retreat

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"Between Rock and River" holiday house – a tranquil Czech retreat

A small holiday retreat called "Between Rock and River" has been built near Prague, designed by the architectural studio Mimosa Architekti. The intimate building offers guests peace, the sound of trees and a nearby river. It was conceived as a place for rest and restoring balance.

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Freddie Mercury Wrote Queen Ballad 'Delilah' About His Favourite Cat

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The identity of an Australian daycare worker facing 329 charges of child abuse has been revealed. The case involves 158 alleged victims, including 136 identified children and 22 others who remain unidentified. It is among the largest child abuse cases in Australian history.

Should Australia tighten background checks for childcare workers?

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