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The Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville is leading a global Day of Compassion to honor Muhammad Ali on the 10th anniversary of his death. Lonnie Ali says the boxer’s legacy extends to acts of service and civil rights advocacy, with the center aiming to turn the anniversary into an annual call for volunteerism and outreach.
A retrospective look at how Independence Day became a watershed blockbuster, shaping careers and the Hollywood landscape, with focus on Roland Emmerich, Dean Devlin, and the film’s lasting impact on sci-fi franchises.
The Odyssey has launched, with Matt Damon in the title role. Reports highlight Devyn Dalton as the standout stunt performer whose arms impressed Damon during a Laestrygonians sequence, prompting discussions about stuntwomen’s visibility. Interviews with cast members reveal training regimens, diet changes, and commitment behind the film’s physical demands.