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Entertainment

  • Friday, March 15th 2024 - 19:56 UTC

    Unidentified Brazilian woman dies after 24 years in a coma

    Clarinha died of bronchial aspiration on Thursday, but the news broke on Friday

    A mysterious woman who spent the last 24 years in a coma after a hit-and-run car accident in downtown Vitória, in the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo, has died of bronchial aspiration, it was reported Friday.

  • Monday, March 11th 2024 - 09:29 UTC

    An “unconvincing picture” and “C message” for several news organizations

    The image shows a smiling Kate surrounded by her three children, Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte. The photo was supposedly taken by Prince Williams, the heir to the British throne.

    DW is reporting that an official photo of Catherine, Britian's Princess of Wales, that the Kensington Palace released on Sunday has been retracted by several news organizations due to alterations that failed to meet editorial standards.

  • Friday, March 1st 2024 - 09:50 UTC

    Exploring virtual entertainment with these thriving industries

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    The realm of virtual entertainment has captivated the globe, transforming how we engage with media and interface with technology. In this era, where the line between physical and virtual is getting indistinct and the opportunities seem infinite, sectors devoted to virtual entertainment are prospering unparalleled. From virtual reality games to interactive streaming platforms, digital entertainment has completely transformed over the years. So, dive into the realm of virtual entertainment where we’ll learn about its influence on diverse sectors and discover how creative advancements persistently mold our online interactions.

  • Thursday, February 29th 2024 - 21:37 UTC

    Ex Premier League Chelsea coach Graham Potter visits Falkland Islands

    Fans of all clubs came down to welcome Graham to the Islands, grab a photo opportunity and an autograph

    The Falkland Islands Stanley Leisure Community, SLC, were pleased to be able to link up with BFSAI and obtain a time slot for Graham Potter to visit the new football pitch during his flying visit to the Falklands.

  • Monday, February 26th 2024 - 10:39 UTC

    British Ambassador in Argentina takes sides ahead of football derby

    Ambassador Hayes must have celebrated Sunday's 1-1 draw at the superclásico.

    British Ambassador to Buenos Aires Kirsty Hayes took sides ahead of Sunday's edition the most important football derby in Argentina. In fact, she took both sides between River Plate and Boca Juniors in a video she posted on X, quoting UK Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron that it was possible to agree to disagree on the condition that it was done politely

  • Friday, February 23rd 2024 - 06:00 UTC

    Beyond borders: The global impact of Crypto on the future of betting

    Cryptocurrency is rooted in cryptography and decentralization. Photo: Unsplash

    New cryptocurrencies hoping to benefit from the increased hype around Bitcoin launch every day. Most of these coins collapse completely within hours of existence.

  • Friday, February 23rd 2024 - 03:26 UTC

    The art of bluffing in Poker

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    Anyone who has ever played Poker knows that it’s as much a “game of skill” as it is of luck. That’s because there’s no way to win it without using a good mix of strategy, psychology, and, of course, holding Lady Luck’s hand. Those who are exceptionally great at this game, however, have mastered one thing– the art of bluffing. Mastering this mind game is essential and often separates the amateurs from the veterans.

  • Tuesday, February 20th 2024 - 15:17 UTC

    Exploring the strategic expansion of iGaming brands into diverse international markets

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    Due to global integration and rising interest in diverse entertainment options, numerous regions worldwide are embracing iGaming. This trend opens up opportunities for operators and businesses to tap into the lucrative multibillion-dollar market.

  • Monday, February 19th 2024 - 10:55 UTC

    Uruguayan orchestra plays concert at Antarctic Artigas Base

    Maestro Britos and 16 players traveled to the Artigas Base

    Uruguay's Official Service of Broadcasting, Performances, and Shows (Servicio Oficial de Difusión, Representaciones y Espectáculos - Sodre) National Youth Orchestra (OJS) offered the so-called concert “For Peace and Science” at the South American country's Artigas Base in Antarctica

  • Thursday, February 15th 2024 - 12:14 UTC

    The magic of football: for China Falklands are British and no longer Argentine

    The Beijing Football Association reacted to the alleged sight by cancelling both of Argentina's friendly matches as part of a tour of mainland China next month.

    Disgruntled Chinese football fans, blaming Argentine top star Lionel Messi, are now advocating that the Falklands are British, --certainly not Argentine--.Messi failed to play in an exhibition match in Hong Kong, for which the Chinese public paid a considerable sum, and furious frustrated fans are calling the captain of the Argentine World Cup winner a “thief” and contradicting Beijing's official stance that the Malvinas are a relic of British colonialism and that the Islands belong to Argentina.