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_shaping-the-future-workforce-why-corporate-education-benefits-matter.jpg "As corporate America evolves to meet the changing needs of the modern workforce, employee education benefits have emerged as a critical element in attracting and retaining top talent. Alongside traditional benefits such as health care and retirement plans, education benefits are increasingly recognized as essential for addressing the priorities of both candidates and current employees. One reason for this is simple - college can be expensive. According to a recent study although 75% of Americans recognize the value of obtaining a bachelor's degree, over half (56%) of individuals who have never enrolled or were previously enrolled cite cost as a significant deterrent to pursuing or reenrolling in postsecondary education. The goal of corporate education benefits is to provide employees with various avenues for professional growth and development while alleviating the financial burden associated with higher education. For employers, offering education benefits also has its benefits, as companies that offer education programs to their employees also stand to gain on several fronts: Retention and Talent Advancement: Investing in employee education fosters loyalty, engagement and encourages career advancement, leading to higher education rates. Reduced Acquisition Costs: By nurturing existing talent, businesses can reduce the need for frequent recruitment and onboarding, thereby cutting down on acquisition costs. Attraction of Top Talent: Competitive education benefits can serve as a powerful recruitment tool, attracting high-caliber candidates who prioritize continuous learning and personal development. A Leading Example: Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP). Starbucks was among the first to offer tuition assistance in 2014 with the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), a first of its kind partnership with Arizona State University (ASU). This program creates an opportunity for all eligible U.S. partners (employees) to earn their first-time bachelor's degree through ASU's top-ranked online degree program. Ten years later, Starbucks has celebrated its largest class of SCAP graduates, marking a decade of transformative impact through a pioneering tuition assistance initiative. How does it work? Upfront tuition coverage for online degrees with no strings attached: Unlike many programs that cap tuition benefits, SCAP offers full tuition coverage, all upfront. And there is no commitment to stay with the company after graduation. High-quality education: Partners enrolled in SCAP benefit from ASU's top-ranked online degree program with over 150 undergraduate degree programs to choose from ensuring access to the same caliber of education as on-campus students. Pathway to Admission: Starbucks and ASU provide an admissions pathway for partners who do not initially qualify for enrollment. Through Pathway to Admission, eligible partners can take up to 10 college-level courses to earn their admission into the university, with credit conversion costs fully covered. To date, the SCAP program has helped more than 13,000 partners earn their degree. And, according to data from The Burning Glass Institute, approximately 75% of SCAP participants have experienced significant career growth post-graduation. But to Starbucks, SCAP represents just one facet of the diverse landscape of education benefits available to employees. In 2022, the company also rolled out a student loan management tool as part of a financial well-being push. Through Tuition.io, employees have access to tools, resources and individual coaching to manage student loan debt, such as repayment options and loan refinancing. Success stories like Starbucks and others serve as compelling evidence of the tangible benefits of investing in employee education. Beyond immediate career advancement, these initiatives lay the groundwork for sustained growth, both for individuals and the companies that support them. For more information on the Starbucks SCAP program, go to https://www.starbucks.com/careers/working-at-starbucks/education/.")
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_pj-washington-jr-27-points-leads-dallas-in-win-over-okc-giving-mavericks-2-1-lead-in-the-series.jpg "The Dallas Mavericks (2-1) take the win over Oklahoma City Thunder (1-2) 105-101 to win game three in American Airlines Center on Saturday afternoon. PJ Washington Jr. led the Mavs with 27 points, six rebounds, and two assists. <br/><br/>The Mavs came out strong in the beginning of the first quarter and were led by PJ Washignton Jr.. Washington Jr. scored the first two points for Dallas with a slam dunk over Holmgren. That really woke up AAC and got them into the game early. Washington proceeded to score 11 of the Mav’s first 22 points. He led Dallas at the half with 19 points. <br/><br/>Both teams weren’t shooting well from downtown but OKC won that battle in the first half. The reason Dallas stayed within reach in the first half was their ability to crash the boards. They led in rebounds out rebounding OKC 26-16 and giving up 0 offensive boards to the Thunder. <br/><br/>Luka Doncic struggled shooting in the first half. He shot 4-of-12 and 1-of-4 from three. He had 14 points going into the locker room. Doncic was questionable for game three due to his knees. He decided to play but struggled getting his rhythm down on Saturday. <br/><br/>OKC came out of the half and took their largest lead of the night 65-55. The Mavs rallied after taking a timeout and ended up crawling back on top by five. The difference in the third quarter was second chance opportunities. Dallas continued to crash the boards, giving Dallas multiple second and third chance opportunities and the points started to add up. Entering the fourth quarter the Mavs had out rebounded OKC 40-25 taking a four point lead. Washington had 27 points entering the fourth. <br/><br/>Mavs continued their physicality the entire fourth quarter and it ended up putting them in the win category. Dallas out rebounded 48-40 and crashed the boards hard all night, which was a huge reason why they came out on top. <br/><br/>“I think whoever wins the rebounding game is going to win these games.” Washington Jr. stated after the game. <br/><br/>Washington Jr. led for Dallas on Saturday with 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. <br/><br/>“I’m just trying to make the dreams come true. I’m trying to make the most of every single second and be the best I can be for my team.” Washington Jr. stated he is grateful for his teammates for believing in him and showing him the looks. <br/><br/>Doncic stated after the game that Washington had an amazing game, “Amazing. Shooting with confidence and we believe in him.” Doncic stated. <br/><br/>The Mavs will have a day of rest before gearing up for game four on Monday night. <br/><br/>Game four will be held in Dallas at American Airlines Center on Monday night at 8:30 CST.<br/><br/>")
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_jennifer-lopez-says-met-gala-looks-are-not-about-comfort.jpg "Ahead of showing up at the annual event in a gown crafted from 2,500,000 silver foil bugles and beads, Jennifer Lopez said Met Gala looks are not about “comfort”.")
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_australian-parents-pay-emotional-tribute-to-surfers-killed-in-mexico.jpg "The parents of two Australian brothers killed in Mexico during a suspected carjacking have said \")
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_ep98pv-fights-break-sphere-nian-fan-ep-97-98-battle-through-the-heavens-5-preview.jpg "After three years of not seeing each other,Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that,they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect,he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
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_u-s-news-donald-trump39s-pledge-to-combat-39anti-white-feeling39-sparks-controversy-124-oneindia-news.jpg "Explore the fallout from Donald Trump's vow to fight perceived \")
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_turtles-all-the-way-down-i-trailer-i-2024.jpg "The story centers on 16-year-old Aza Holmes, an American high school student with OCD and anxiety, and her search for a fugitive billionaire who happens to be a neighbor's father. She is grieving the loss of her own father while a budding relationship grows between her and the billionaire's son.")
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_the-dreamers-2003-full-movie-124-eva-green-louis-garrel-michael-pitt-ingy-fillion.jpg "The Dreamers (2003) Full Movie | Eva Green, Louis Garrel, Michael Pitt, Ingy Fillion |Facts & Review<br/><br/>Hello Friends, Welcome To Our Youtube Channel. Today I Am Going To Give You Information About The Dreamers, Which Was Released In 2003.<br/><br/>The Dreamers Is A 2003 Romantic Drama Film Directed By Bernardo Bertolucci. The Screenplay Is By Gilbert Adair, Based On His 1988 Novel The Holy Innocents. An International Co-Production By Companies From France, The United Kingdom, And Italy, The Film Tells The Story Of An American University Student In Paris Who, After Meeting A Peculiar Brother And Sister Who Are Fellow Film Enthusiasts, Becomes Entangled In An Erotic Triangle. It Is Set Against The Backdrop Of The 1968 Paris Student Riots. The Film Makes Several References To Various Movies Of Classical And French New Wave Cinema, Incorporating Clips From Films That Are Often Imitated By The Actors In Particular Scenes.<br/><br/>There Are Two Versions: An Uncut NC-17-Rated Version, And An R-Rated Version That Is About Three Minutes Shorter.<br/><br/>Directed By Bernardo Bertolucci<br/>Screenplay By Gilbert Adair<br/>Based On The Holy Innocents<br/>By Gilbert Adair<br/>Produced By Jeremy Thomas<br/>Starring Michael Pitt<br/>Eva Green<br/>Louis Garrel<br/>Cinematography Fabio Cianchetti<br/>Edited By Jacopo Quadri<br/>Production<br/>Companies <br/>Recorded Picture Company<br/>Peninsula Films<br/>Distributed By TFM Distribution (France)<br/>Medusa Distribuzione (Italy)<br/>Fox Searchlight Pictures (United Kingdom/United States)<br/>Release Dates <br/>10 October 2003 (Italy)<br/>10 December 2003 (France)<br/>6 February 2004<br/>Running Time 115 Minutes<br/>Countries United Kingdom<br/>France<br/>Italy<br/>Languages English<br/>French<br/>Budget €15.9 Million<br/>Box Office $15.12 Million<br/><br/>Cast<br/><br/>Michael Pitt As Matthew<br/>Eva Green As Isabelle<br/>Louis Garrel As Théo<br/>Anna Chancellor As Mother<br/>Robin Renucci As Father<br/>Jean-Pierre Kalfon As Himself<br/>Jean-Pierre Léaud As Himself<br/>Florian Cadiou As Patrick<br/>Pierre Hancisse As First Buff<br/>Valentin Merlet As Second Buff<br/>Lola Peploe As The Usherette<br/>Ingy Fillion As Théo's Girlfriend")
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_btth-5-ep-97-98-multi-sub-battle-through-the-heavens-preview.jpg "After three years of not seeing each other,Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that,they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect,he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
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_babysitter-2022-canadian-movie.jpg "After a, sexist joke, goes viral, Cédric, loses his job, and embarks on a, therapeutic journey, to free himself from, sexism and misogyny, He and his girlfriend hire a mysterious and liberated babysitter, to help shake things up,<br/>Director,<br/>Monia Chokri,<br/>Writer,<br/>Catherine Léger,<br/>Stars,<br/>Patrick Hivon, Monia Chokri, Nadia Tereszkiewicz,<br/>Babysitter 2022 is a Canadian comedy-drama film,")
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_ep97pv-fights-break-sphere-nian-fan-ep-96-multi-sub-battle-through-the-heavens-5-preview.jpg "After three years of not seeing each other, Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that, they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect, he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
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_thar---hd-movie---anil-kapoor-harshvarrdhan-kapoor-fatima-sana-shaikh.jpg "Mysteries and mirages, twists and turns. In the heart of an unforgiving desert, unfolds a gritty thriller, unlike any other., Starring Anil Kapoor, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor, and Fatima Sana Shaikh.<br/>Set in Munabao, a sleepy, parched hamlet near the Rajasthan-Pakistan border, Raj Singh Chaudhary’s Thar is a tribute to American Westerns. It has all the usual elements—blood, gore, violence, an arid, nondescript village lost in time, local gangsters, svelte village belles, an ageing inspector, and a brooding, mysterious stranger. All of it wonderfully supported by stunning scenic visuals of remote Rajasthan.<br/>I am a Rajasthani. I have been raised in the desert state. I know the geography like a native should and yet, I watched Shreya Dev Dube’s skilled camerawork with open-mouthed wonder. Thar’s cinematography is its hero. The desiccated terrain, the barren hills, the omnipresent dust, and the aridity of it all is so palpable, that you can feel the acute lack. Of water, vegetation, humanity. Dubey’s prowess does not just provide the right setting for the drama to unfold, it gives the film its true protagonist and thence the title.<br/><br/>The other thing that stands out about Thar is its depiction of brutality. It’s as savage and unapologetic as the acts themselves. This Netflix film is disturbingly graphic. Even by the standards of Westerns and revenge dramas. Violence begets violence, but be warned, this one shows it all—the severing of body parts, the mutilation, the slow torture, the immolation—up close and in distressing detail.<br/><br/>At the heart of it all is Inspector Surekha Singh, a weather-beaten cop six months away from retirement, played with inimitable swag by Anil Kapoor. His official rank does not justify his acumen for his job and his spirit to do it well. Dissatisfied with his unremarkable, middling career, he wants to go out with a bang. And soon enough, an opportunity plays out. There’s a shootout involving cross-border drug smuggling and a local man is found hanging from a tree, inhumanly mutilated. Surekha spurs into action.")
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_shaping-the-future-workforce-why-corporate-education-benefits-matter.webp "As corporate America evolves to meet the changing needs of the modern workforce, employee education benefits have emerged as a critical element in attracting and retaining top talent. Alongside traditional benefits such as health care and retirement plans, education benefits are increasingly recognized as essential for addressing the priorities of both candidates and current employees. One reason for this is simple - college can be expensive. According to a recent study although 75% of Americans recognize the value of obtaining a bachelor's degree, over half (56%) of individuals who have never enrolled or were previously enrolled cite cost as a significant deterrent to pursuing or reenrolling in postsecondary education. The goal of corporate education benefits is to provide employees with various avenues for professional growth and development while alleviating the financial burden associated with higher education. For employers, offering education benefits also has its benefits, as companies that offer education programs to their employees also stand to gain on several fronts: Retention and Talent Advancement: Investing in employee education fosters loyalty, engagement and encourages career advancement, leading to higher education rates. Reduced Acquisition Costs: By nurturing existing talent, businesses can reduce the need for frequent recruitment and onboarding, thereby cutting down on acquisition costs. Attraction of Top Talent: Competitive education benefits can serve as a powerful recruitment tool, attracting high-caliber candidates who prioritize continuous learning and personal development. A Leading Example: Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP). Starbucks was among the first to offer tuition assistance in 2014 with the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), a first of its kind partnership with Arizona State University (ASU). This program creates an opportunity for all eligible U.S. partners (employees) to earn their first-time bachelor's degree through ASU's top-ranked online degree program. Ten years later, Starbucks has celebrated its largest class of SCAP graduates, marking a decade of transformative impact through a pioneering tuition assistance initiative. How does it work? Upfront tuition coverage for online degrees with no strings attached: Unlike many programs that cap tuition benefits, SCAP offers full tuition coverage, all upfront. And there is no commitment to stay with the company after graduation. High-quality education: Partners enrolled in SCAP benefit from ASU's top-ranked online degree program with over 150 undergraduate degree programs to choose from ensuring access to the same caliber of education as on-campus students. Pathway to Admission: Starbucks and ASU provide an admissions pathway for partners who do not initially qualify for enrollment. Through Pathway to Admission, eligible partners can take up to 10 college-level courses to earn their admission into the university, with credit conversion costs fully covered. To date, the SCAP program has helped more than 13,000 partners earn their degree. And, according to data from The Burning Glass Institute, approximately 75% of SCAP participants have experienced significant career growth post-graduation. But to Starbucks, SCAP represents just one facet of the diverse landscape of education benefits available to employees. In 2022, the company also rolled out a student loan management tool as part of a financial well-being push. Through Tuition.io, employees have access to tools, resources and individual coaching to manage student loan debt, such as repayment options and loan refinancing. Success stories like Starbucks and others serve as compelling evidence of the tangible benefits of investing in employee education. Beyond immediate career advancement, these initiatives lay the groundwork for sustained growth, both for individuals and the companies that support them. For more information on the Starbucks SCAP program, go to https://www.starbucks.com/careers/working-at-starbucks/education/.")
_pj-washington-jr-27-points-leads-dallas-in-win-over-okc-giving-mavericks-2-1-lead-in-the-series.webp "The Dallas Mavericks (2-1) take the win over Oklahoma City Thunder (1-2) 105-101 to win game three in American Airlines Center on Saturday afternoon. PJ Washington Jr. led the Mavs with 27 points, six rebounds, and two assists. <br/><br/>The Mavs came out strong in the beginning of the first quarter and were led by PJ Washignton Jr.. Washington Jr. scored the first two points for Dallas with a slam dunk over Holmgren. That really woke up AAC and got them into the game early. Washington proceeded to score 11 of the Mav’s first 22 points. He led Dallas at the half with 19 points. <br/><br/>Both teams weren’t shooting well from downtown but OKC won that battle in the first half. The reason Dallas stayed within reach in the first half was their ability to crash the boards. They led in rebounds out rebounding OKC 26-16 and giving up 0 offensive boards to the Thunder. <br/><br/>Luka Doncic struggled shooting in the first half. He shot 4-of-12 and 1-of-4 from three. He had 14 points going into the locker room. Doncic was questionable for game three due to his knees. He decided to play but struggled getting his rhythm down on Saturday. <br/><br/>OKC came out of the half and took their largest lead of the night 65-55. The Mavs rallied after taking a timeout and ended up crawling back on top by five. The difference in the third quarter was second chance opportunities. Dallas continued to crash the boards, giving Dallas multiple second and third chance opportunities and the points started to add up. Entering the fourth quarter the Mavs had out rebounded OKC 40-25 taking a four point lead. Washington had 27 points entering the fourth. <br/><br/>Mavs continued their physicality the entire fourth quarter and it ended up putting them in the win category. Dallas out rebounded 48-40 and crashed the boards hard all night, which was a huge reason why they came out on top. <br/><br/>“I think whoever wins the rebounding game is going to win these games.” Washington Jr. stated after the game. <br/><br/>Washington Jr. led for Dallas on Saturday with 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. <br/><br/>“I’m just trying to make the dreams come true. I’m trying to make the most of every single second and be the best I can be for my team.” Washington Jr. stated he is grateful for his teammates for believing in him and showing him the looks. <br/><br/>Doncic stated after the game that Washington had an amazing game, “Amazing. Shooting with confidence and we believe in him.” Doncic stated. <br/><br/>The Mavs will have a day of rest before gearing up for game four on Monday night. <br/><br/>Game four will be held in Dallas at American Airlines Center on Monday night at 8:30 CST.<br/><br/>")
_jennifer-lopez-says-met-gala-looks-are-not-about-comfort.webp "Ahead of showing up at the annual event in a gown crafted from 2,500,000 silver foil bugles and beads, Jennifer Lopez said Met Gala looks are not about “comfort”.")
_australian-parents-pay-emotional-tribute-to-surfers-killed-in-mexico.webp "The parents of two Australian brothers killed in Mexico during a suspected carjacking have said \")
_ep98pv-fights-break-sphere-nian-fan-ep-97-98-battle-through-the-heavens-5-preview.webp "After three years of not seeing each other,Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that,they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect,he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
_u-s-news-donald-trump39s-pledge-to-combat-39anti-white-feeling39-sparks-controversy-124-oneindia-news.webp "Explore the fallout from Donald Trump's vow to fight perceived \")
_turtles-all-the-way-down-i-trailer-i-2024.webp "The story centers on 16-year-old Aza Holmes, an American high school student with OCD and anxiety, and her search for a fugitive billionaire who happens to be a neighbor's father. She is grieving the loss of her own father while a budding relationship grows between her and the billionaire's son.")
_the-dreamers-2003-full-movie-124-eva-green-louis-garrel-michael-pitt-ingy-fillion.webp "The Dreamers (2003) Full Movie | Eva Green, Louis Garrel, Michael Pitt, Ingy Fillion |Facts & Review<br/><br/>Hello Friends, Welcome To Our Youtube Channel. Today I Am Going To Give You Information About The Dreamers, Which Was Released In 2003.<br/><br/>The Dreamers Is A 2003 Romantic Drama Film Directed By Bernardo Bertolucci. The Screenplay Is By Gilbert Adair, Based On His 1988 Novel The Holy Innocents. An International Co-Production By Companies From France, The United Kingdom, And Italy, The Film Tells The Story Of An American University Student In Paris Who, After Meeting A Peculiar Brother And Sister Who Are Fellow Film Enthusiasts, Becomes Entangled In An Erotic Triangle. It Is Set Against The Backdrop Of The 1968 Paris Student Riots. The Film Makes Several References To Various Movies Of Classical And French New Wave Cinema, Incorporating Clips From Films That Are Often Imitated By The Actors In Particular Scenes.<br/><br/>There Are Two Versions: An Uncut NC-17-Rated Version, And An R-Rated Version That Is About Three Minutes Shorter.<br/><br/>Directed By Bernardo Bertolucci<br/>Screenplay By Gilbert Adair<br/>Based On The Holy Innocents<br/>By Gilbert Adair<br/>Produced By Jeremy Thomas<br/>Starring Michael Pitt<br/>Eva Green<br/>Louis Garrel<br/>Cinematography Fabio Cianchetti<br/>Edited By Jacopo Quadri<br/>Production<br/>Companies <br/>Recorded Picture Company<br/>Peninsula Films<br/>Distributed By TFM Distribution (France)<br/>Medusa Distribuzione (Italy)<br/>Fox Searchlight Pictures (United Kingdom/United States)<br/>Release Dates <br/>10 October 2003 (Italy)<br/>10 December 2003 (France)<br/>6 February 2004<br/>Running Time 115 Minutes<br/>Countries United Kingdom<br/>France<br/>Italy<br/>Languages English<br/>French<br/>Budget €15.9 Million<br/>Box Office $15.12 Million<br/><br/>Cast<br/><br/>Michael Pitt As Matthew<br/>Eva Green As Isabelle<br/>Louis Garrel As Théo<br/>Anna Chancellor As Mother<br/>Robin Renucci As Father<br/>Jean-Pierre Kalfon As Himself<br/>Jean-Pierre Léaud As Himself<br/>Florian Cadiou As Patrick<br/>Pierre Hancisse As First Buff<br/>Valentin Merlet As Second Buff<br/>Lola Peploe As The Usherette<br/>Ingy Fillion As Théo's Girlfriend")
_btth-5-ep-97-98-multi-sub-battle-through-the-heavens-preview.webp "After three years of not seeing each other,Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that,they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect,he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
_babysitter-2022-canadian-movie.webp "After a, sexist joke, goes viral, Cédric, loses his job, and embarks on a, therapeutic journey, to free himself from, sexism and misogyny, He and his girlfriend hire a mysterious and liberated babysitter, to help shake things up,<br/>Director,<br/>Monia Chokri,<br/>Writer,<br/>Catherine Léger,<br/>Stars,<br/>Patrick Hivon, Monia Chokri, Nadia Tereszkiewicz,<br/>Babysitter 2022 is a Canadian comedy-drama film,")
_ep97pv-fights-break-sphere-nian-fan-ep-96-multi-sub-battle-through-the-heavens-5-preview.webp "After three years of not seeing each other, Xiao Yan finally met Xun'er at Jia Nan Academy. After that, they became closer and established the Stone Gate (Pan Gate). In order to continue to improve his strength and avenge him on the Misty Cloud Sect, he risked continuing to go deeper into the Qi Refining Pagoda to devour the Fallen Heart Flame<br/>")
_thar---hd-movie---anil-kapoor-harshvarrdhan-kapoor-fatima-sana-shaikh.webp "Mysteries and mirages, twists and turns. In the heart of an unforgiving desert, unfolds a gritty thriller, unlike any other., Starring Anil Kapoor, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor, and Fatima Sana Shaikh.<br/>Set in Munabao, a sleepy, parched hamlet near the Rajasthan-Pakistan border, Raj Singh Chaudhary’s Thar is a tribute to American Westerns. It has all the usual elements—blood, gore, violence, an arid, nondescript village lost in time, local gangsters, svelte village belles, an ageing inspector, and a brooding, mysterious stranger. All of it wonderfully supported by stunning scenic visuals of remote Rajasthan.<br/>I am a Rajasthani. I have been raised in the desert state. I know the geography like a native should and yet, I watched Shreya Dev Dube’s skilled camerawork with open-mouthed wonder. Thar’s cinematography is its hero. The desiccated terrain, the barren hills, the omnipresent dust, and the aridity of it all is so palpable, that you can feel the acute lack. Of water, vegetation, humanity. Dubey’s prowess does not just provide the right setting for the drama to unfold, it gives the film its true protagonist and thence the title.<br/><br/>The other thing that stands out about Thar is its depiction of brutality. It’s as savage and unapologetic as the acts themselves. This Netflix film is disturbingly graphic. Even by the standards of Westerns and revenge dramas. Violence begets violence, but be warned, this one shows it all—the severing of body parts, the mutilation, the slow torture, the immolation—up close and in distressing detail.<br/><br/>At the heart of it all is Inspector Surekha Singh, a weather-beaten cop six months away from retirement, played with inimitable swag by Anil Kapoor. His official rank does not justify his acumen for his job and his spirit to do it well. Dissatisfied with his unremarkable, middling career, he wants to go out with a bang. And soon enough, an opportunity plays out. There’s a shootout involving cross-border drug smuggling and a local man is found hanging from a tree, inhumanly mutilated. Surekha spurs into action.")
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