Hope

All of Us Strangers buys into tropes of tragic queer lives – but there is hope there, too

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

On the surface, All of Us Strangers, directed by Andrew Haigh, is a dark and twisty love story.

Key Points: 
  • On the surface, All of Us Strangers, directed by Andrew Haigh, is a dark and twisty love story.
  • Underneath, there is the often-present storyline seen in queer cinema: that of trauma and tragedy.
  • All of Us Strangers follows lonely middle-aged gay man Adam (Andrew Scott), struggling to come to terms with his tragic past and sexuality.

Queer representation

  • Queer representation in mainstream media has historically been marred by negative stereotypes, tokenistic representation and death.
  • In my recent interactive documentary, Queer Representation Matters, queer media scholars and queer screen storytellers share how queer characters are often relegated to roles characterised by tragedy or trauma, perpetuating harmful tropes like “bury your gays”.
  • Online queer news site, Autostraddle, have compiled a list of the 230+ dead queer female TV characters, which continues to be updated with each death.
  • Essentially, for queer people, it starts to feel like you can’t have queer representation without someone dying tragically at the end.
  • Read more:
    We studied two decades of queer representation on Australian TV, and found some interesting trends

We need diverse stories

  • Tropes will always exist in storytelling, but by having more diverse queer filmmakers telling more diverse queer stories, audiences will have a more balanced narrative about queer life (and life expectancy).
  • We need to see stories that challenge the narrative that being queer ultimately leads to pain, trauma and tragedy.
  • We need to see we can also live long and happy lives, so we can believe we can have the happy ever after.
  • Read more:
    All of Us Strangers: heartbreaking film speaks to real experiences of gay men in UK and Ireland


Natalie Krikowa does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

EQS-News: Harvard Business School Launches Tony Elumelu Foundation Case Study

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

At a time of renewed geopolitical interest in Africa, and an increasing questioning of traditional development finance models, Harvard Business School today released a case study examining the role and impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) ( https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org ), and its unique approach to catalysing entrepreneurship in Africa.

Key Points: 
  • At a time of renewed geopolitical interest in Africa, and an increasing questioning of traditional development finance models, Harvard Business School today released a case study examining the role and impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) ( https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org ), and its unique approach to catalysing entrepreneurship in Africa.
  • The case study recognises challenges the Foundation faces, and its responses, as it developed its mission, since founding in 2010.
  • Tony Elumelu, who spoke at Harvard said, “TEF is creating economic hope and opportunity for African entrepreneurs.
  • Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Tony Elumelu Foundation.

EQS-News: Immunic Presents Data From Phase 2 CALLIPER and CALVID-1 Trials of Vidofludimus Calcium at the ACTRIMS Forum 2024

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

“Having two poster presentations on our lead asset, vidofludimus calcium, at the prestigious ACTRIMS Forum is a testament to the strength of the data we have generated,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and President of Immunic.

Key Points: 
  • “Having two poster presentations on our lead asset, vidofludimus calcium, at the prestigious ACTRIMS Forum is a testament to the strength of the data we have generated,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and President of Immunic.
  • We believe that the data set provides biomarker evidence that vidofludimus calcium’s activity extends beyond the previously observed anti-inflammatory effects, further reinforcing its neuroprotective potential.
  • Recent third-party data in post COVID patients identified EBV reactivation as a potential cause for fatigue in this patient group.
  • Fox, MD, Staff Neurologist, Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis, Vice-Chair for Research, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio

Affluent Medical announces successful first-in-human implantation of its artificial sphincter Artus for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Affluent Medical announces successful first-in-human implantation of its artificial sphincter Artus for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence.

Key Points: 
  • Affluent Medical announces successful first-in-human implantation of its artificial sphincter Artus for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence.
  • This first implantation of the artificial urinary sphincter Artus was successfully performed by Prof. Roman Zachoval, MD, PhD, head of the Department of Urology at Thomayer University Hospital in Prague, Czech Republic, on a 68-year-old male with severe urinary incontinence.
  • “Artus is easy to prepare and implant due to its innovative design compared to the previous generation of urinary sphincters.
  • Artus is an implantable artificial urinary sphincter developed for the treatment of moderate to severe urinary incontinence in both men and women.

Timeshare Exit Solutions: Bridge Transfers Offers Customized Exit Strategies

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Bridge Transfers launches as a client-focused timeshare exit company, offering personalized, efficient strategies to help owners escape unwanted contracts with transparency and ease.

Key Points: 
  • Colorado Springs, Colorado--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2024) - In a significant development for timeshare owners nationwide, Bridge Transfers has been launched to offer a new, client-centric approach to exiting timeshare contracts.
  • The foundation of Bridge Transfers' service offering is a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by timeshare owners.
  • The launch of Bridge Transfers marks a pivotal moment in the timeshare exit industry, offering a beacon of hope for those seeking a reliable partner to guide them through the process of disentangling from unwanted timeshare contracts.
  • With a focus on personalized service, efficiency, and transparency, Bridge Transfers aims to help owners navigate the exit process with confidence and ease.

Tamkin (TSLT) Is Now Available for Trading on LBank Exchange

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Users of LBank Exchange can brace themselves for the TSLT/USDT trading pair, which went live at 10:00 UTC already.

Key Points: 
  • Users of LBank Exchange can brace themselves for the TSLT/USDT trading pair, which went live at 10:00 UTC already.
  • LBank Exchange is thrilled to announce the listing of Tamkin (TSLT), representing a groundbreaking initiative aimed at harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to bridge the communication gap faced by the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
  • Through the development of advanced AI-driven solutions, Tamkin endeavors to translate sign language in real-time, thereby fostering an environment of inclusivity and accessibility.
  • To combat this, Tamkin develops innovative solutions that enable real-time translation of sign language into spoken and written language, and vice versa.

The L Gallery, a New Beacon of Luxury and Creativity is Unveiled in the Heart of Tel Aviv

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Monday, March 4, 2024

A testament to life and art amidst the region's ongoing conflict, The L Gallery symbolized LIFE and stands as a symbol of hope and creativity.

Key Points: 
  • A testament to life and art amidst the region's ongoing conflict, The L Gallery symbolized LIFE and stands as a symbol of hope and creativity.
  • Some artists represented by the gallery find themselves unable to return to their homes, making the gallery's mission even more critical.
  • Elevating the art experience, The L Gallery is dedicated to redefining luxury in the art world.
  • The L Gallery (address: Ahad Ha'Am 13, Tel Aviv) invites art enthusiasts, collectors, and investors to visit, in person and online.

Philanthropist Daniel Neiditch Takes Helm as Honorary Principal at NYC Public School Sheds Light on the South Bronx Educational Struggles.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Daniel Neiditch's experience as principal on February 27, 2024 underscored the urgent need for intervention and support for these students.

Key Points: 
  • Daniel Neiditch's experience as principal on February 27, 2024 underscored the urgent need for intervention and support for these students.
  • Having grown up in the Bronx himself Neiditch knows firsthand the struggles children face in underprivileged neighborhoods.
  • By shedding light on the educational disparities in the NYC public school system, he hopes to catalyze meaningful change that will provide every child with a fair and equal opportunity to succeed.
  • Neiditch recently gave an award to Mayor Eric Adams of New York for his work to help underprivileged children get diagnosed with learning disabilities.

Kidney Foundation Marks 60th Anniversary

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Learn more during Kidney Health Month in March

Key Points: 
  • Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - February 29, 2024) - When the Kidney Foundation of Canada was launched in 1964, a person with kidney failure had very little hope of survival.
  • As we work to raise awareness of these vital organs, The Kidney Foundation is reflecting on the significant progress made in the past six decades to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of kidney patients.
  • "These advances are providing new hope for people diagnosed with kidney disease and those living with kidney failure."
  • The Kidney Foundation is ramping up advocacy efforts to ensure that every Canadian has access to the care they need to prevent or delay the progression of kidney disease.

Verify Debt Solutions Launches Innovative Debt Resolution Program to Empower Individuals and Help with Debt

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Friday, February 23, 2024

By providing personalized debt relief solutions, Verify Debt Solutions aims to alleviate the stress and anxiety associated with debt and empower individuals to take control of personal financial well-being.

Key Points: 
  • By providing personalized debt relief solutions, Verify Debt Solutions aims to alleviate the stress and anxiety associated with debt and empower individuals to take control of personal financial well-being.
  • Key features of the Debt Resolution Program include:
    Customized Debt Relief Strategies: Verify Debt Solutions recognizes that every individual's financial situation is unique.
  • For individuals burdened by debt, Verify Debt Solutions' Debt Resolution Program offers hope and a tangible pathway towards possible financial liberation.
  • For more information about Verify Debt Solutions and its Debt Resolution Program, please visit https://verifydebtsolutions.com or contact 888-370-0745.