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Dave Vetter @davidrvetter.bsky.social · 17h

I will bet my bike that close to zero of the British racists that this law is pandering to could pass A-level English.

Migrants will be required to pass A Level standard of English

Migrants will be required to pass tough new English language requirements under a law introduced in Parliament today.

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tdrexplorer.bsky.social @tdrexplorer.bsky.social · 7h

Check out the new Mickey Mouse Club merch coming to Disney Store Japan! 🎈

“Mickey Mouse Club” 70th Anniversary Merchandise at Disney Store Japan

Celebrate 70 years of the Mickey Mouse Club with Disney Store Japan’s retro collection, featuring mugs, caps, figures, a tote bag, guitar, and sweatshirt. The post “Mickey Mouse Club” 70th Anniversary Merchandise at Disney Store Japan appeared first on TDR Explorer.

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TV Tonight @tvtonight.com.au · 8h

Airdate: The Cancer Killers | TV Tonight

From their world-first human trials in Melbourne to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, two scientists find their bold therapy up against business interests.

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The Star Wars Underworld @theswu.bsky.social · 9h

George Lucas has released a statement in response to the passing of Drew Struzan:

“Drew was an artist of the highest order. His illustrations fully captured the excitement, tone and spirit of each of my films his artwork represented…”

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Guardian Australia @australia.theguardian.com · 10h

Candace Owens: Australia’s high court backs government decision to deny visa to US rightwinger

Court supports home affairs minister’s 2024 decision to reject visa application for planned speaking tour on character grounds Australia’s high court has unanimously backed the government’s 2024 decision to refuse far-right provocateur Candace Owens a visa to enter the country. The full bench of the court ruled on Wednesday that the minister’s denial did not infringe an implied constitutional freedom of political communication. Continue reading...

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Midnight Nass @midnightnass.bsky.social · 23h

I Photoshop Neel into The Book of Boba Fett everyday...

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#StarWars

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Empire Magazine @empiremagazine.bsky.social · 12h

Legendary poster artist Drew Struzan — whose iconic work includes one-sheets for the likes of Star Wars, Blade Runner, and Indiana Jones — has sadly died at the age of 78.

Read our tribute: www.empireonline.com/movies/news/...

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Catherine Kneen @catherinekneen.bsky.social · 11h

It gets recorded in Space Australia where Mendo comes from

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Josh Chapman @chapmanjosh.bsky.social · 14h

There’s hope for the far inferior Space Wars Spelt Out…

Star Wars Explained @starwarsexplained.com · 22h

TIL Space Wars Explained exists in Star Wars canon now 👀

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The Star Wars Underworld @theswu.bsky.social · 15h

At a recent #Andor screening event, Tony Gilroy urged people to participate in the #NoKings protest coming up this Saturday. 🚫👑

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Rik Villanueva @cadbanesbounty.bsky.social · 15h

A statement from Drew Struzan's family via his FB page

$DREW WAS A FORCE OF NATURE. Like a whirlwind, He could not be stopped nor tamed nor manipulated. His power never waned. The disease, this particular disease, took the wind out of him. He could no longer speak his language out loud. We respected the tenacity, his ability to hold on to the fire within that continued to rage. Daily he tended the flame reviewing the paintings of those he long admired. Van Gogh. Gauguin. Cézanne. The Impressionists who fought diligently against the status quo. Those who asked the viewer to see things differently. To embrace the illusions of life … all the best parts fractured into meaningful bits of beauty. He looked through rose-colored glasses so he could impart to us a better version of life. That’s what drew people to him. His kindness. His hope. His love of beautiful things. It was our honor to nurture that glow. Please take a moment to reflect on what he brought to you. Life should be full of love and beauty. – The Struzan Family$

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Guillermo del Toro @realgdt.bsky.social · 16h

The world lost a genial man, a genius communicator and a supreme artist. I lost a friend - beloved Drew.

Andrew 🐻 @awd.bsky.social · 19h

Rest in Peace, Drew Struzan

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Adam Lance Garcia @adamlancegarcia.bsky.social · 15h

Drew's work, even on the silliest of the EU novels, lives rent-free in my mind.

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The Star Wars Underworld @theswu.bsky.social · 16h

Drew Struzan’s artwork for the #StarWars Special Editions have to be some of the most amazing and iconic movie posters of all time. 🎨🎞️✨

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Jodie Troutman @longtalljodie.com · 19h

My favorite Struzan story is that he was doing the poster for Indy at Disneyland, but they didn't have the rights to Ford's likeness. Fed up with working around the problem, Struzan just called Ford and was like, "hey, can I use your face for this," and Ford said, "if it's for you, absolutely."

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On This Day in Simpsons History @dailysimpsons.bsky.social · 17h

32 years ago today, Homer Simpson verbally assaulted a nerd. “Homer Goes to College” first aired October 14, 1993.

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Christian Hubicki @chubicki.bsky.social · 17h

I keep saying it. It's about reliability.

"So far the public has only been able to assess their capabilities via nicely-shot YouTube videos and company blog posts. My reporting indicates that Figure’s robots are not quite as reliable as those media might have you believe."

time.com/7325486/figu...

What I Learned Watching a Humanoid Robot Do Laundry

Inside Figure AI's bold bet on humanoid robots

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The Star Wars Underworld @theswu.bsky.social · 18h

Still love Drew Struzan’s amazing poster for ‘The Force Awakens’, which ended up being the last Star Wars poster he created. 🎨💙

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Culture Crave 🍿 @culturecrave.co · 18h

'Andor' creator Tony Gilroy urges people to participate in the No Kings protest on October 18

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Gareth Reynolds PHD @reynoldsgareth.bsky.social · 18h

Nothing makes me lose my patience more than being thanked for it while on hold.

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The Star Wars Underworld @theswu.bsky.social · 18h

We are saddened to report that legendary artist Drew Struzan has passed away at the age of 78.

Struzan was best known for creating incredible movie posters for Star Wars, as well as countless other films. Our hearts go out to his friends and family.

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Paul Duane 🥔 @paulduane.bsky.social · 18h

'Sora cost $20 a month & subscribers can generate an unlimited number of AI videos... this costs (Sora owners) OpenAI "at least $5 per 10-second video"'.

Journalists, please ask more questions about how this tech could ever in a million years make a profit?

britt hayes @britthates.bsky.social · 19h

studio execs & major outlets claim AI is "inevitable" and poised to take over Hollywood. the reality is much different. i spoke with filmmakers, producers, and editors about how AI is actually showing up in productions – and what it still can't do:

Hollywood Has a Major AI Hype Problem

Studio execs and major media outlets claim that AI is "inevitable" and poised to take over film and TV. The reality is much different.

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Alex Robinson @alexrobinson.bsky.social · 19h

#OnThisDay in 1912, #JohnSchrank shot #ProgressiveParty presidential nominee #TheodoreRoosevelt, who would go on to give his scheduled speech, the bullet still lodged in his chest.

#CoveringHistory #Comics #History #USA #milwaukee

Comic book cover depicting the attempted assassination of Theodore Roosevelt

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Triad of the Force @triadoftheforce.bsky.social · 19h

Truly heartbroken to hear about Drew Struzan's passing. I remember the Special Edition VHS, I loved the art not knowing who Drew was at that point. So lovely to discover him and be surprised he created so much art I loved. A kind, creative soul this world desperately needs more of. Fly high Drew!

the special edition tryptich of the SW original trilogy by drew struzan

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Star Wars Sessions @starwarssessions.bsky.social · 19h

We’re saddened to hear the news that the legendary Drew Struzan has passed away. Drew was a close collaborator of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg and produced some of the most iconic film-art pieces ever created. Our thoughts are with him and his family.

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