“Antihero”-“-a protagonist or notable figure who is conspicuously lacking in heroic qualities.”–Merriam Webster. The hero has been part of storytelling since the Greeks, if not longer. Odysseus, the hero of Homer’s poem “The Odyssey” was the center of the story which first appeared in the 8th Century BC. He has reappeared as the hero of stories since then. Many plays, […]

European stocks may tumble at open on Monday, with developments in Ukraine likely to attract investor attention. Tensions escalated as Western nations unveiled harsher sanctions on Russia, including cutting off a number of Russian banks from the SWIFT interbank messaging network. As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its fifth day, the U.S. could be supporting Ukrainian forces with Javelin […]

A version of this story appeared in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. (CNN)There is a loud and growing chorus of calls for the International Criminal Court to pursue Vladimir Putin. On Wednesday, the court said it would immediately proceed with an active investigation of possible war crimes following Russia’s invasion […]

Broadway’s mask-and-vaccine policy will remain in effect at least through April despite New York City’s just-announced easing of Covid rules. New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced today that the Covid vaccine “passports” policy across New York City, which require showing proof of vaccination to enter restaurants and other indoor venues, will be lifted on Monday, March 7. The city’s […]

EXCLUSIVE: Cliffhanger director Renny Harlin and Extraordinary Entertainment partner Daljit DJ Parmar will take a dive into the gaming world with their newly established gaming company Distributed Ledger Entertainment. Distributed Ledger Entertainment will be led by executives including Mention Mobile co-founder Ryan Ozonian who will serve as CEO, Chief Advisor Michael Yeates, Chief of Strategy Boyko Draganov and Chief of […]

The Third Synthesis Inc DBA Chicago Sweet Connection Bakery has recalled various flavors of fresh baked Coffee Cakes and Paczkis for undeclared allergens egg, milk, and wheat, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said. The recalled paczkis come in various flavors of apple, apricot, assorted, blueberry, cherry, chocolate custard, custard, strawberry, raspberry, pineapple, prune, cheese, and lemon. The flavors of […]

UK economy: 'It's going to be a difficult few months' says expert We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has downgraded […]