'Florencia' brought a 'quintessentially Latin sound' to the Metropolitan Opera stage

Let's continue to advance the idea of adding additional chapters to our traditional Great American Songbook. I'm calling it the Great Americas Songbook. Yesterday, there was talk of a song book, but not even a hint of a song to be sung. When the...

“So does Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe!” - Liverpool legend makes feelings clear about Trent Alexander-Arnold saying he wants to win Ballon d'Or

Liverpool legend Steve McManaman believes Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold has a chance of winning the Ballon d'Or. However, he believes most winners are forwards, and the Englishman faces competition from his club teammates, Vinicius...

Voices from the past 

CENTRALIA — The Centralia Cultural Society held its 14th annual Elmwood Speaks event this past weekend, attracting several visitors and locals who learned pieces of Centralia history through the voices of eight individuals buried in Elmwood...

 RiverArts Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Artists Fredy Granillo and Roberto Ortiz

Last Friday, RiverArts celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with Artistry of the Latin American Diaspora, a gallery event alive with color, music, and conversation featuring two beloved local artists: painter and musician Fredy Granillo and fine...

Keeping it Real: Supreme Court Casts Shadow Over America with Secret Process and Consequential Decisions

Overview: The recent ruling by the US Supreme Court to reverse the judgement of two lower courts that had previously barred immigration agents from stopping people in Los Angeles “without” reasonable suspicion has raised concerns about the court’s...

California’s Expanded Wildfire Maps and Rising Risks to Inland Empire Urban Communities

Aryana NorooziThank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe! Never miss a BVN beat. Stay up to speed on the latest BVN news. In early January 2025, the Eaton Fire tore through Altadena, a historic Black community in Los Angeles...

Apple says no walk-in sales on iPhone 17 and Air launch day

Apple will not allow walk-in purchases of its newest iPhones on launch day in the UAE, in a departure from recent years, as it braces for a rush of customers at its stores. Apple Stores across the UAE will only accept customers who have...

China alleges Nvidia violated antitrust laws in buying Mellanox

The Chinese government has announced that Nvidia violated business antitrust laws when it acquired Israeli company Mellanox for $6.9 billion in 2020. China began reviewing the acquisition in 2024, even though it had previously approved the...

First Choice discount codes for September 2025 - get £300 off

Whether you're picturing days spent splashing around in the sparkling sea on a long-haul trip, or have your heart set on a jam-packed city break, First Choice has thousands of options. The online travel agency and tour operator has holidays to a...

"I’d be happy if it went to him or to Lamine Yamal" - Luis de la Fuente names Barcelona star and 29-year-old player as favorites for Ballon d'Or

Spain national team boss Luis de la Fuente has backed Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal for the Ballon d'Or. He wants a Spaniard to win the France Football award this year and named PSG star Fabian Ruiz as his other pick. Yamal and Ruiz are among...

How to watch UEFA Champions League 25/26 for *FREE*

The UEFA Champions League is back this Tuesday, marking the second season of the tournament’s revamped format. Football fans can once again enjoy the highest level of European club football on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. Even better...

How journalism helps turn information into outcomes

Journalism acts as a catalyst, not by writing laws or planting trees, but by making hidden issues visible, shifting incentives, and protecting those on the frontlines. Cases in Gabon, Sabah, and Peru show how facts, once public, can alter...

Global Sumud Flotilla - Interview with Saif Abukeshek

From the Open-Publishing Calendar From the Open-Publishing Newswire Indybay Feature by John Malkin Mon, Sep 15, 2025 8:21PM Interview with Palestinian activist Saif Abukeshek participating in the 2025 Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza to deliver...

Milei cancels trip to Spain after crushing electoral defeat

The news broke in Madrid, where VOX had opted for Milei to consolidate the European far-right’s influence in Latin America. According to Página 12, since taking office, Milei has visited Spain four times, always at VOX support events, without...

European giants missed out on chance to sign Lamine Yamal from Barcelona for just €5m in 2022 after one big change: Reports

Bayern Munich reportedly missed out on the opportunity to sign Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal for just €5 million. As reported by Tribal Football, the Bavarian giants were close to landing the Spanish winger for just €5 million. The report...

How rampant inflation has become another cost of war in Gaza

It is almost two years since the start of the Gaza war, and the people in the Gaza Strip have been dealing with the loss of human lives and the expense of surviving. The prices of goods and services have been on the rise since October 2023, and...

"He was Portuguese in his head" - Kylian Mbappe's mother recalls Real Madrid star's admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo in his childhood

Kylian Mbappe's mother, Fayza Lamari, has revealed that the Real Madrid star was a huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo while growing up. Speaking to L'Equipe, via Goal, Lamari mentioned that the level of Mbappe's obsession with Ronaldo was such that he...

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Supercomputer predicts Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal's chances in 2025/26 Champions League; Real Madrid named 7th favorites

Opta Supercomputer has predicted Liverpool and Arsenal to have the best chance of winning the UEFA Champions League, while Real Madrid sit at seventh. Paris Saint-Germain have a 12.1% chance of retaining their title this season, making it the...

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe provides honest response when asked about how he felt after ex-team PSG won the UCL

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has revealed that he does not regret leaving Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) despite their UEFA Champions League triumph last term. He went on to claim that the 2024-25 Ligue 1 winners reached two Champions League...