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'Passive scrolling on Facebook can make you feel bad'
Facebook has admitted that passively scrolling through posts on the social media network can leave people feeling worse afterwards. Researchers David Ginsberg and Moira Burke in a blog post highlighted the positive and negative sides of using social media. The authors cited one experiment in which students of the University of Michigan were randomly assigned to read Facebook for 10 minutes. They were found in a worse mood at the end of the day than students assigned to post or talk to friends on Facebook. A study from the University of California, San Diego and Yale in the US found that people who clicked on about four times as many links as the average person, or who liked twice as many posts, reported worse mental health than average in a survey. "Reading about others online might lead to negative social comparison - and perhaps even more so than offline, since people's posts are often more curated and flattering," David Ginsberg and Moira Burke wrote in the blog ...
Ben Affleck continuing alcohol treatment after care?
Ben Affleck is reportedly continuing to receive treatment for his alcohol addiction. The 45-year-old star was snapped outside a treatment centre here, reported Us Weekly. A source told the magazine, "Ben's main priorities have never wavered. He's focused on his family and spending time with (producer girlfriend) Lindsay (Shookus). "Dealing with this disease is something he'll have to work on for the rest of his life and he remains focused on it." Affleck first checked into rehab in 2001, shortly before his 29th birthday. In March, the "Justice League" actor revealed he completed his term at a rehabilitation centre. "I have completed treatment for alcohol addiction; something I've dealt with in the past and will continue to confront. I want to live life to the fullest..." wrote Affleck in a Facebook post.
Thank you Salma Hayek for sharing your story: Jessica Chastain
Jessica Chastain is all praise for Salma Hayek after the actor came forward with allegations of sexual harassment against disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein during the filming of "Frida". Dated December 13, the 51-year-old recounted the horror in an essay for New York Times, titled "Harvey Weinstein Is My Monster Too". Chastain rooted for Hayek on social media and thanked her for speaking up. "I ask all of our male allies in this industry, why have your journeys been so different from ours? "I thank you @salmahayek for sharing your story. Your voice is important and needed right now. You are creating a place of great healing," she tweeted, sharing the link to Hayek's essay. The "Desperado" actor is the latest A-lister to accuse Weinstein of sexual misconduct, after around 80 women including Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, Rose McGowan, Ashley Judd, among others came forward with their stories. Hayek had written she initially felt grateful towards Weinstein ...
Siddharth Roy Kapur ropes in Vinil Mathew for his next
Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur has signed on "Hasee Toh Phasee" director Vinil Mathew for a dramatic thriller inspired by true events. Also on board the forthcoming project, to be produced by Roy Kapur Films banner, is "Udta Punjab" fame writer Sudip Sharma. The movie is based on a true story of merchant navy officer Audumbar Bhoi, whose ship and crew was attacked by Somalian pirates. Talking about the film, Siddharth said, "The film is based on true events involving piracy on the Somalian high seas and is told through the eyes of a young Indian merchant navy officer, who has to navigate through unimaginably perilous circumstances, while dealing with huge personal challenges. "It is a thrilling, dramatic and emotional journey, and we couldn't have asked for a better director than Vinil Mathew to tell this story... To have Sudip on board as screenwriter for the film is a huge advantage, as he unfailingly creates memorable characters..." Vinil said he had been looking ...
'Mamma Mia!' sequel better than the original: Amanda Seyfried
Actor Amanda Seyfried, who plays the role of Sophie in "Mamma Mia!", has promised fans that the upcoming sequel is going to be better than the original. Seyfried said she too was doubtful when she was approached for a follow-up initially. "Truthfully, when they were like, 'We're making Mamma Mia 2' I was like, 'That's going to be terrible.' But it's not! It's amazing," she told EW. The film, titled "Mamma Mia!: Here We Go Again", will focus on Donna's (Meryl Streep) younger days. Actor Lily James plays the younger Donna in the movie. "As soon as you see Lily on screen, you're like, 'Oh my God, that's Donna! I'm seeing Donna when she was wild and young and free, and she has the essence that Meryl brought to it. And it's kind of extraordinary," Seyfriend said. The actor believes she had a better time filming the sequel than she did while shooting the first movie. "Everybody's back together and it's been 10 years. There's so much love and so much family that it's infused 100
I was confident about 'Vikram Vedha' success: R Madhavan
Actor R Madhvan says he had absolute confidence that the audience will embrace "Vikram Vedha", which has become a blockbuster at the box office. "Initially, we had apprehensions about how the film would be received by B and C centre audiences. I told my producer Sashi to be confident and release it big in rural areas too. I was sure that they would also enjoy the film. "If people and media love a film, they will completely own it. This is my biggest learning from 'Vikram Vedha'," Madhavan told reporters yesterday at the 100th-day function of the film. The 47-year-old actor said he read every single review of the film in the first week of the release. "I had read close to 240 reviews in text, video and audio formats from both media, the general public and my fans. I respect everyone for not revealing the spoiler while expressing their views," he said. Directed by Pushkar and Gayathri, "Vikram Vedha" had Madhavan in the role of a hard-nosed cop Vikram and Vijay Sethupathi .
'Wajib' bags Suvarna Chakoram at IFFK
Palestinian film 'Wajib' has bagged the 'Suvarna Chakoram' (Golden Crow Pheasant) for the best International film at the 22nd International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), which concluded here today. The Annemarie Jacir directed family drama gets a cash award of Rs 15 lakh, a certificate and a memento. The 'Rajat Chakoram' (silver pheasant) for the best director went to Thai filmmakerAnucha Boonyawatana for her film 'Malila: The Farewell Flower', while Colombian film 'Candeleria' received the Jury's special mention. The 'Rajatha Chakoram' for the Best debut Director was presented to Sanju Surendran for his film 'Aden' (Garden of Desire). This film also received the FIPRESCI award, instituted by the International Federation of Film critics. Indian comedy drama 'Newton' directed by Amit Masurkar won the NETPAC and FIPRESCI awards, while Dinesh Pothen directed 'Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum' won the NETPAC award in the Malayalam category. The award for the best popular film ..
Three more women accuse Dustin Hoffman of sexual misconduct
Three more women, including a high school friend of his daughter, have come forward to accuse veteran Hollywood star Dustin Hoffman of sexual harassment. In an account published by Variety, Cori Thomas said she was a minor when Hoffman exposed himself to her. Thomas said she spent a Sunday afternoon with Hoffman and his daughter in 1980 when she was a 16-year-old student at the elite United Nations International School in New York, Variety reported. She has alleged that she was left alone in Hoffman's hotel room after dinner as she waited for her mother to collect her. Thomas said the actor disappeared into the bathroom before coming back and "standing there naked." She said Hoffman took his time in picking up the towel from the floor and then asked her to massage his feet, which she did. Thomas said she was "saved" by her mother arriving downstairs. "I was humiliated. I was so mortified, I never said anything." Melissa Kester said she was a recent college graduate when
Remix songs should improve on the original: Monali Thakur
Bollywood singer Monali Thakur said today that she is not averse to singing remix songs, but they should be better than the original. "I am not averse to old songs being presented in a new way. I believe that melodious tunes are not for just one era, they are for all times," Monali, who is also an actor, told reporters here. If an old song is rendered in a better way, nothing wrong with it, but if the singer fails improve the song in the remix version, then it is an insult to the original song, she said. "I want to sing in varied ways. I want to sing rap songs too. However, I keep in mind that the lyrics should be good.
Sindhi Academy to host an evening of Kathak and Sufi music
An evening of Kathak and Sufi music composed around Sindhi art and culture will be held here tomorrow. Organised by Sindhi Academy, Department of Art, Culture and Languages, Government of Delhi, "Sajan Saan Rooh Rihaniyoon", which means two lovers' souls are talking to each other, will be held at the Kamani Auditorium. Manish Sisodia, Delhi deputy chief minister, said that the Delhi government hopes to develop and present quality Sindhi programmes. "Sindhi art and culture is a valuable part of Delhi's culture. Programmes like this are a great way of bringing forth the best of Sindhi tradition to a new audience. With a talented new Sindhi Academy committee in place, the Delhi government hopes to present and develop quality Sindhi programmes," he said. The musical evening will feature an amalgamation of Kathak and Sufi music with six choreographic presentations like 'Leela Chanesar', 'Shumar', 'Naale Alakh', 'Raqs', 'Kiyan Rijhaya', and 'Tarana'. The first performance of .
3-day film fest in Kolkata to create environmental awareness
The third edition of Kolkata International Wildlife Environment Film Festival began here today with more than 300 schoolchildren taking an oath to protect nature and wildlife. Noted environmentalists and Magsaysay awardees Prakash Baba Amte and Mandakini Amte, who were present at the inaugural function of the three-day fest at Gorky Sadan, joined the children as they promised to preserve and enhance the glory of nature. Later in the day, Jungle Book Bear, a film by Oliver Goetzl, was also screened at the centre. The three-day extravaganza, organised by NGO Desham, aims to sensitise people about the need to conserve the environment, a festival coordinator said. Lauding the initiative, Mandakini Amte said,"I think more such film festivals should be arranged across the country to generate interest and awareness on environmental matters among the younger generation." A special show of Marathi feature film 'Dr Prakash Baba Amte - The Real Hero', based on the life and works of
New biopic in Marlon Brando in the works
A new film focusing on the life and career of Hollywood legend Marlon Brando is in the works. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Brian Oliver's New Republic Pictures has taken up the book, "The Way It's Never Been Done Before" as the basis for a biopic on the "Godfather" star. The book is former director George Englund's memoir, who was Brando's longtime friend. Talking about the project, Oliver said, "George and Marlon's friendship spanned five decades and covered all the ups and downs in the actor's career and personal life. "It makes for both an epic portrayal of the greatest actor ever to grace the silver screen and an intimate story of two men with an almost brotherly bond." Other films that have been made on the Oscar-winning actor in the past include - T C M biopic "Brando: The Documentary" (2007) and "Marlon Brando: The Wild One".
Israeli police question Netanyahu again in corruption probe
Israeli police are questioning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again as part of an investigation into two corruption allegations surrounding the long-ruling Israeli leader. An Associated Press cameraman filmed police entering Netanyahu's residence today. Media reported it was the seventh round of questioning. One probe reportedly concerns allegations Netanyahu improperly received lavish gifts from Hollywood and business figures. Another is over secret talks with the publisher of a major Israeli newspaper in which Netanyahu allegedly requested positive coverage in exchange for reining in a free pro- Netanyahu daily. Netanyahu has denied wrongdoing and dismissed the accusations as a witch hunt orchestrated by a hostile media. The scandals have yet to threaten Netanyahu's rule but have affected his public approval ratings.
Blockbuster: Disney to expand empire with Fox tie-up
Walt Disney Co has agreed to buy key film and television assets of 21st Century Fox, in a USD 52.4 billion deal that bolsters the media-entertainment powerhouse's challenge to Netflix and emerging rivals in the streaming wars. The blockbuster stock transaction also vastly reduces the Fox media empire built by Rupert Murdoch, leaving the 86- year-old tycoon and his two sons with a more tightly focused group which includes the Fox broadcast network, Fox News Channel and sports channels. The deal was quickly hailed by US President Donald Trump, who congratulated Murdoch - in stark contrast to his administration's opposition to a tie-up between AT&T and Time Warner. It will see Disney acquire the vaunted Fox Hollywood film and television studios, cable entertainment networks and international TV businesses, bringing popular entertainment properties including "X-Men," "Avatar," "The Simpsons," FX Networks and National Geographic into Disney's portfolio. "The acquisition .