This week in Rio (cue the caipirinhas and unintelligible Wi-Fi passwords), BRICS foreign ministers gathered to do what foreign ministers do best: issue long statements stuffed with serious phrases and—let’s be honest—a soupçon of passive-aggressive shade toward Western finance. They basically said, “Yeah, we’d prefer not to keep using ‘dominant global currencies,’ wink wink.”
Medas died Friday following complications with liver failure, his father told TMZ.
The beloved celebrity pair, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, became parents to their daughter Malti Marie in 2022. Their sweet family moments have left fans spellbound. After a long spell away from her husband and child due to work commitments, Priyanka shared that she’s returning home to her ‘angels.’ A glimpse of what awaits her … Read more
In the realm of the Maiar, Melian stood out as an extraordinary being, even by their lofty standards. As described in “Of Thingol and Melian,” she was not only beautiful but also wise beyond measure, possessing an unparalleled skill in enchanting songs. Her wisdom stemmed from her ability to foresee future events, a gift that few possessed. Interestingly, Melian was the only known Maia in Tolkien’s legendarium to marry and bear children. One might assume that such a powerful, foresightful queen would be able to shield her kingdom and loved ones from harm. However, a recurring theme in “The Silmarillion” is that Melian’s counsel was often disregarded, with tragic consequences for those who ignored it.
In the year 2000, Sevigny portrayed Patrick Bateman’s secretary, Jean, in the satirical film directed by Mary Harron. Upon learning that Guadagnino would helm a fresh adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ novel with the same title, she expressed her enthusiasm to the director.