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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV Downton Abbey star teams up with Doctor Who favourite for new detective mystery
Channel 5 has confirmed a new detective mystery series , is in the works, with Downton Abbey star Robert James-Collier set to take on the lead role A fresh detective mystery series has been commissioned by Channel 5, with a beloved Downton Abbey favourite confirmed to headline the upcoming drama. The exciting news, revealed on July 21, forms part of the broadcaster 's ambitious strategy to develop original programming whilst bringing back established favourites, as the network expands its drama portfolio. Compelling crime dramas and fresh mysteries feature prominently in the channel's forthcoming slate, with Cooper and Fry among the newly announced projects. Spanning four feature-length episodes, the series draws inspiration from Stephen Booth's bestselling literary works. Four early novels are being brought to screen: Black Dog, Dying to Sin, Blind To the Bones and Dancing with the Virgins, reports the Express. Robert James-Collier, recognised for his roles in Downton Abbey and The Inheritance, will star alongside Mandip Gill, celebrated for her appearances in Doctor Who and Suspicion, in the leading roles. The pair will embody Ben Cooper and Diane Fry, two contrasting young investigators forced to collaborate whilst tackling a series of puzzling fatalities, learning to unite their different approaches to achieve success. Located in the stunning Peak District, the drama follows Ben and Diane as they develop a "unique friendship" with their personal circumstances becoming increasingly entangled, though the journey "won't always be easy". Clapperboard produces the series in partnership with STUDIO TF1, who also handle distribution, following a commission from Paul Testar, Commissioning Editor at Channel 5. Audiences will instantly recognise Robert James-Collier from his roles as the scheming Thomas Barrow in Downton Abbey, the charming Liam Connor in Coronation Street, and the dedicated Martin Evershed in Ackley Bridge. On the other hand, Mandip Gill is celebrated for her portrayal of Phoebe McQueen in Hollyoaks, the adventurous Yasmin Khan in Doctor Who, and the intriguing Sonia Chopra in Suspicion. Discussing Channel 5's exciting new ventures, Sebastian Cardwell, Deputy Chief Content Officer and Head of Scripted at Paramount UK, commented: "We're incredibly proud to unveil this new slate of scripted commissions, which showcases the breadth and ambition of 5's storytelling. From brand new thrillers and character-driven mysteries to the much-anticipated return of audience favourites, we're continuing to build a rich and distinctive drama offering." He added: "These titles reflect our commitment to delivering compelling, accessible British drama that resonates with viewers across the UK. We look forward to announcing further titles in the coming months." Channel 5 has yet to announce a release date for Cooper and Fry
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Time of India
Maha price hike: Liquor smuggling from MP on a high
Nagpur: The recent hike in liquor prices in Maharashtra has triggered a considerable rise in liquor smuggling from neighbouring Madhya Pradesh, where alcohol is significantly cheaper. Sources said Maharashtra-based smugglers have become active in the backdrop of the price hike. The Nagpur crime branch has intensified its crackdown on interstate liquor smuggling, intercepting a consignment smuggled in from other states. In a significant operation on June 28, the crime branch's Unit No. 2, under senior inspector Mahesh Sagade, Assistant PI Gajanan Chambhare, Mahendra Sadmake, and others under DCP Crime Rahul Maknikar, intercepted branded liquor based on a tip-off about a smuggling operation. The consignment was supposed to be delivered at Jaripatka and some locations in north Nagpur. The action took place near LIC Chowk, under the jurisdiction of Sadar police station. At approximately 9.30pm, the crime branch apprehended Sahil Turkar after his car was intercepted. Another suspect, identified only as Pandit from Gopalganj, Shivni, Madhya Pradesh, remains at large. Sources said Pandit supplied the liquor to Turkar for taking it to Jaripatka. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 새로 나온 '암보험' 최적가 비교추천! "개인별 맞춤설계+할인혜택"… 굿리치 보험대리점 (등록번호:제2006038313호) 가격 받기 Undo During the raid, the police seized a substantial haul of illicit liquor, including eight 750ml bottles of Black Dog, ten 750ml bottles of Signature, and twenty-two 750ml bottles of Blender's Pride. Additionally, a silver Skoda four-wheeler, a black Redmi mobile phone, a blue Tecno Spark mobile phone, and a black Nokia keypad phone were confiscated. The total value of the seized items is estimated at Rs6,91,694. Turkar failed to produce any valid permit for the liquor, leading to his arrest and the seizure of the contraband, vehicle, and phones in the presence of witnesses. The seized items and the accused were handed over to Sadar police station for further investigation under sections 65(a), 65(e), and 83 of the Maharashtra Prohibition Act. The police are now pursuing the absconding suspect, Pandit, and intensifying efforts to dismantle the smuggling network. According to police sources, the high demand for affordable liquor in Nagpur has emboldened notorious smugglers like Chelani and others, who are actively exploiting the price disparity to fuel the illegal trade.
The Star
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Cannes-winning film to compete at Danang Asian Film Festival 2025
HANOI: Black Dog, the winning film of the Un Certain Regard section at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, will compete in the Asian Film section at the third Danang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III). In addition to Black Dog, 13 other films will compete in the same section, notably including Mua Tren Canh Buom (Don't Cry, Butterfly), directed by emerging Vietnamese filmmaker Duong Dieu Linh. DANAFF, which comes this year to the coastal city from June 29 to July 5, is co-organised by the Danang Department of Culture and Sports and the Vietnam Film Development Association (VFDA). With the theme 'Asian Bridges', DANAFF will be attended by Asian and international filmmakers, famous Vietnamese filmmakers and artists, alongside screenings from young filmmakers and is expected to attract numerous cinematic fans to the coastal city. The Venice jury praised the 'Don't Cry', Butterfly's uniqueness and creativity, which 'mixes comedy, social drama and fantasy while depicting the complexities of a mother-daughter relationship'. Photo courtesy of An Nam Productions Black Dog tells a story about Lang, newly released from prison, who heads back to his hometown in Northwest China. While working on a team clearing stray dogs before the 2008 Olympics, he forms a touching bond with one black stray. The film director, Guan Hu, is a Chinese filmmaker associated with the Sixth Generation movement, known for their gritty realism movies, who best known for Mr Six, The Eight Hundred and Cow. The film won the 2024 Venice Film Festival Critics′ Week Grand Prize and the Most Innovative Film Award at Settimana Internazionale della Critica. The Chair of the Vietnam Cinema Promotion Association and Executive Director of the DANAFF III, Ngo Phuong Lan, said that DANAFF III will mark a significant step up in terms of scale, duration and programming compared to its previous two editions. "Expanding from five official days in the past editions to seven this year, the festival will showcase over 100 selected films, up from 46 in DANAFF I and 63 in DANAFF II," she said. "The number of screenings has also doubled to approximately 200, compared to 100 last year." One of the highlights of DANAFF III is the introduction of the Panorama of Asian Cinema, which showcases outstanding Asian films that have earned acclaim at international film festivals, along with world premieres debuting at DANAFF. This year also marks the launch of the Asian Film Critics Award within the Panorama programme. A selected programme highlights Vietnam war-themed films in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of National Reunification, as well as a country-in-focus programme highlighting Korean cinema. These will be followed by two major seminars, including 'The Legacy of Vietnamese War Cinema Post-Reunification', which offers in-depth evaluations of the genre's achievements and cultural impact. The seminar 'Korean Cinema: Lessons from Global Success and Industrial Development' which will explore both creative content and policy frameworks, with participation from film scholars, industry professionals and educators from Korea and Vietnam. Lan said: "Korean and Vietnamese cinema shared thematic and stylistic similarities during the 1960s–70s, Korean cinema surged forward from the 1990s, leaving a lasting mark on the international scene. We aim to draw practical lessons and inspiration for regional cinema industries." The festival will also see the launch of DANAFF Talents, a series of training, networking, and film development activities for young and emerging filmmakers, including the 'Nurturing Talent' Acting Workshop, the Project Incubator and Master Classes led by industry experts. For the first time, the Project Incubator is introduced as a core component of DANAFF Talents, featuring two main categories, Art-house Film Projects and Genre Film Projects, with a total of 14 standout projects selected for development. As with previous editions, DANAFF III also continues key features that have become its hallmarks, such as the Film Achievement Award, honouring an outstanding Asian filmmaker who has made significant contributions to the development of cinema. In addition to in-competition films and selected programmes' films, the festival will feature screenings of Vietnamese Contemporary Cinema, featuring 18 recently produced Vietnamese films. The festival will have free screenings in theatres and outdoor public spaces. Additionally, Danang audiences can engage in conversations and exchanges with artists and film crews. Nguyen Thi Anh Thi, Vice Chair of the Danang People's Committee, Head of the Organising Committee of DANAFF said: "I hope that in the future, DANAFF will grow to become a prominent film festival in the region like the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea." — Vietnam News/ANN
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bucket list: 60 best must-try things to do, tourist attractions in Palm Beach County
We have compiled a bucket list of 60 must-try things to do and see in Palm Beach County that can keep boredom at bay indefinitely. It's a list fit for locals and tourists alike with no shortage of both indoor and outdoor amusement and relaxation. From the beaches to the shores of Lake Okeechobee, this list covers everything from world-famous attractions to hidden gems, fine dining to fun (bike) riding, not to mention the arts, architecture, history, shopping and sports. Presented loosely in geographic order from north to south, here's our list of fun things to do. 1. Go mountain biking on the trails at Jonathan Dickinson State Park. 2. Take the one-and-half hour Trapper Tour (available only at higher tides) aboard the Loxahatchee Queen III at Jonathan Dickinson State Park and see Trapper Nelson's homestead. 3. See Blowing Rocks Nature Preserve on Jupiter Island and watch as crashing waves send plumes of water through the rocks along the beach. 4. Take a selfie (very carefully) from the top of the Jupiter Lighthouse. More ways to enjoy Palm Beach County: Best waterfront restaurants in and around West Palm Beach 5. Visit the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and see native Florida animals up close and learn about their biology, habitats and conservation efforts. The center also offers fun events including Yoga in the Wild, their Walk on the Wild Side Tour, and much more. 6. Do a drift fishing trip out of Square Grouper Marina with Capt. Bill Taylor aboard the Black Dog. 7. Have lunch, dinner or drinks at the Square Grouper Tiki Bar at Jupiter Inlet. A beautiful spot to see the Jupiter Lighthouse and watch boats come and go, it has been featured in several music videos. 8. See the Miami Marlins' Single-A affiliate minor league team, the Jupiter Hammerheads, play at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter. 9. Catch a stage performance at the fabulously renovated Maltz Jupiter Theatre, complete with 216-screen LED wall that adds a new twist in theater production. 10. See and learn about sea turtles at Loggerhead Marinelife Center where they do research as well as rescue and rehabilitate injured turtles. They also host popular beach releases after the turtles are healthy and ready to return to the wild. 11. Kayak or paddleboard at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park where, depending on the season, you could see manatees, dolphin, mullet, snook, rays, wading birds and more. 12. Head to Phil Foster Park in Riviera Beach to snorkel Palm Beach County's very own natural aquarium: the snorkel trail under the Blue Heron Bridge. 13. In the summer months, get wet and wild at the Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach and experience the park's nearly three dozen slides and attractions. 14. Visit Manatee Lagoon in West Palm Beach and see the manatees as they congregate, especially after a cold front, around the nearby power plant's warm water discharges. Learn about these endangered, gentle giants and how to help save them. 15. Head to Grassy Waters Preserve in West Palm Beach and explore the nearly 23 square miles of this expansive wetlands ecosystem on foot or via canoe or kayak. 16. Take a bicycle ride down the Lake Trail in Palm Beach from the Palm Beach Marina to Annie's Dock. Keeping cool: Looking for some cool treats? Best ice cream, gelato, ice pops in Palm Beach County 17. Have a meal at Green's Pharmacy, opened in 1938, in Palm Beach where the Kennedys used to stop in for breakfast and lunch. 18. Venture to the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach. Whitehall, a 75-room, 100,000-square-foot Gilded Age mansion, was built by Henry Flagler as a wedding gift for his wife, Mary Lily Kenan Flagler. 19. Take a walk down world-famous Worth Avenue in Palm Beach from the clock tower down to the Everglades Club (do not miss the alcoves, or "vias," along the way). 20. When the president is not in town, drive ridiculously slow by Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach while holding your cell phone out of either the window or sunroof — and infuriate all the local motorists behind you. 21. Begin the day at sunrise on Palm Beach with photos at the clock tower and finish with it watching the sunset over Lake Okeechobee. 22. Dine at one of the dozen or more restaurants at CityPlace, including El Camino, Maman, Adrienne's Pizzabar and more, in downtown West Palm Beach, then see a traveling Broadway show at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. 23. From October through April, stop by the award-winning West Palm Beach GreenMarket featuring over 130 vendors and held along the city's beautiful waterfront. More: After brief closure, West Palm Beach's Blind Monk restaurant opens in larger space 24. Over the winter holidays, visit Sandi Tree, the 35-foot tall, 800-ton holiday sand sculpture, along the West Palm Beach waterfront. At night, the tree is bathed in a light show accompanied by music. 25. Catch some live music at Respectable Street on Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. The club helped spark the downtown area's resurrection and has been going strong for over 35 years. 26. Stop in at Roxy's Pub on Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. Established in 1933, the pub features 64 beers on draft, an extensive menu and a rooftop bar and even a now-open rooftop pool. More: Outdoor dining at its best! Top rooftop restaurants, bars in Palm Beach County 27. Take a sunset cruise from the West Palm Beach docks aboard the Hakuna Matata. Take in the beautiful architecture located on both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway during the two-hour trip. 28. Walk below and snag Insta-worthy pics of the amazing 600-piece Chihuly glass ceiling at the Norton Museum of Art found along the Dixie Corridor in West Palm Beach. The colorful pieces combine to make an artwork that looks like light pouring through a coral reef and is called the "Persian Sea Life" ceiling. 29. Have breakfast at the iconic, 75-year-old Howley's Diner where "cooked in sight, must be right" is proven true. Try their Gino's Meatloaf or the beautiful behemoth, the Big Mouth Burger. 30. Work your wheels — skateboard, in-line or BMX bike — at West Palm Beach's recently renovated Phipps Skate Park off Dixie Highway. 31. Bring a lawn chair and watch a movie outdoors on the waterfront during West Palm Beach's Screen on the Green nights — the second Friday of every month. 32. Enjoy the mini golf oasis Pop Stroke with two amazing 18-hole putting courses. Co-owned by Tiger Woods, their slogan is Eat, Put, Drink. 33. See cougars, capybaras, jaguars, tigers, tapirs, bears, otters, koalas, kookaburas and more at the Palm Beach Zoo. Bring swimsuits for the zoo's fountain and splash pad. Bring your appetite for the Tropics Café. 34. See rotating exhibits, learn about science, enjoy food truck events and even travel back to the 1970s with in a laser light concert at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium. 35. Hit the links at West Palm Beach's meticulously-maintained golf course The Park. While there dine at the restaurant The House or grab a quick bite at The Cabana. 36. Enjoy a very "Palm Beach-style" afternoon and play croquet at the 10-acre National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach. 37. Play 18 holes of golf on the Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course where the front nine is along the Atlantic Ocean and the back nine is along the Intracoastal Waterway. More: At the Table: Local open-to-the-public golf course clubhouse restaurants offer tasty fare 38. Head to Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds to see the Riddle House, which was featured on the show "Ghost Adventures." 39. Visit the family-run Bulk Candy Store where you can experience the History of Candy tour and sink your teeth in their incredibly vast selection including Smarties, Dad's Root Beer Barrels, Bit O Honey, Laffy Taffy, Necco, Pop Rocks and much more. 40. Learn to ski, wakeboard or kneeboard at the Shark Wake Park located in the vast Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach. 41. See a polo match at the National Polo Center in Wellington during the winter season. 42. Visit one of the nation's top "safari parks" — Lion Country Safari, a 600-acre, drive-through open zoo in Loxahatchee. It features more than 1,000 wild animals from six continents, including lions, giraffes, elephants, zebras and chimpanzees. 43. Grab some friends and battle it out in a round of paintball at Piquet Entertainment & Race Track in Loxahatchee Groves. The property also has a kart track and mini golf. 44. Watch the streets of Lake Worth Beach get transformed into an art gallery as over 600 artists use the pavement as their canvas during the annual Lake Worth Beach Street Painting Festival. 45. See a performance in the historic Lake Worth Playhouse in the city's vibrant downtown. The theater, built in a Moorish Deco style, first opened in 1924 and puts on award-winning dramas, comedies, musicals, Broadway favorites and more. 46. Have breakfast, lunch or dinner at Benny's on the Beach on the Lake Worth Pier. Though there are many restaurants that boast "water views," there aren't many perched on a pier actually out over the water. You could even have a celebrity encounter as rocker Jon Bon Jovi and celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay have been spotted at the fun location. 47. A hike through the Lantana Nature Preserve is a great way to see a coastal hardwood hammock, great tree and plant specimens as well as many species of birds, reptiles and insects. 48. Drink or dine at the Old Key Lime House, a family-owned restaurant and bar built in 1889. This vintage-island spot in Lantana is like one big, sprawling tiki bar docked on the Intracoastal Waterway. 49. Put on a bib and get dinner at Riggins Crabhouse, the area's only authentic Maryland-style crabhouse, in Lantana. 50. Stop in at Two Georges Waterfront Grille in Boynton Beach and enjoy lunch or dinner while watching the boats pass along the Intracoastal Waterway. In business for over 60 years, they are well-known for frozen cocktails, crab cakes and more. 51. Hike, bike, canoe or kayak the miles of waterways and trails throughout The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge's nearly 150,000 acres. 52. Take a relaxing stroll and learn about Japanese culture at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in western Delray Beach. Be on the lookout for special evening hours when summer arrives and the days are longer. 53. Spend an afternoon shopping and eating your way down Delray Beach's hippest street: Atlantic Avenue. Check out newcomers like Gabriella's, Gesto and Bourbon Steak. 54. Visit the Silverball Retro Arcade in Delray Beach, play endless modern and retro arcade games along with pinball while imagining you're in a video for the song "Pinball Wizard" by The Who. 55. Watch sharks and stingrays chow down at the Sandoway Discovery Center on A1A in Delray Beach. There are other animal encounters as well at the beachfront property that features the beautifully restored Sandoway House built in 1936. 56. Submerge yourself in Delray Beach's art scene by heading to the Pineapple Grove Arts District, where you'll find murals, sculptures and vibrant art galleries. 57. See Wakodahatchee Wetlands, which was created from 50 acres of unused utility land and transformed into a wetlands area that features and boardwalk and is usually packed with wildlife. 58. Get your groove on with a free or ticketed concert at the Mizner Park Amphitheater at Mizner Park in Boca Raton. While you're there, check out the current exhibits at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. 59. Go kayaking from the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, where you can learn about the center's sea turtle rehabilitation program. They also host hikes and canoe trips. 60. See the Florida Atlantic University Owls take on AAC rivals in a division 1 college football game during football season at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton. Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Best things to do, tourist attractions near West Palm, Jupiter FL
Scroll.in
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scroll.in
Start the week with a film: ‘Black Dog' is a poignant tale of feral dogs and stray humans
Few have documented the impact of economic change on society as have Chinese directors. In the films of Wang Xiaoshuai (So Long, My Son) and Jia Zhangke (24 City), the brutal effects of breakneck growth are mostly deeply seen and felt in physical surroundings – villages, urban housing complexes, factories. It's fitting, then, that Jia Zhangke has a cameo in Guan Hu's Black Dog (2024). Guan's film is set in the Chinese section of the Gobi Desert. Stunt rider Lang (Eddie Peng) is on his way back home after serving a prison sentence. The bus in which Lang is travelling flips over when a pack of stray dogs crosses its path – the first indication that Lang's fate will be tied up with canines. Lang arrives to find his town undergoing a massive transformation. It has been earmarked for redevelopment in preparation for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Many residents have already departed, leaving behind hollowed-out buildings and shuttered stores. The local zoo has very few animals left, among them a lazy tiger. The town's authorities are more worried about the feral dogs running about. They promise that whoever captures the animals will get a reward and the title of honorary citizen. Lang signs up with a patrol team, only to find himself caring far too much for a black dog that has previously bitten him. The dog is as skinny as Lang is lanky. A taciturn loner, Lang builds a bond with the dog while grappling with his own feelings of abandonment. Lang's solitude – a choice but also a consequence of being cut off from family and society – is relieved by the dog and Grape (Ton Liya), a dancer at a visiting circus. Jia Zhangke plays Uncle Yao, the leader of the canine-capture team. Zhangke's presence in Black Dog is possibly a tribute to the manner in which he has used landscapes to document China's experiments with large-scale capitalism. Black Dog bagged the top prize in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024. The movie is available in India on Prime Video. Black Dog is grand in scope and intimate in treatment. The visual schema and superbly sketched characters give a vivid sense of what it means to lose your home to a top-down government policy, to be adrift in a sea of forced transformation. Cinematographer Weizhe Gao captures both the town's crumbling architecture and the harshness of the surrounding desert. The extraordinary backdrops deserves to be seen on as large a screen as possible. The scenes involving the free-running dogs are remarkably filmed, matching Kornel Mundruczo's White God (2014). The movie isn't just a visual treat. Without being heavy-handed or preachy, Guan Hu creates a poignant allegory of displacement, resilience and individual freedom. One of the most memorable montages, in which people line up to watch a solar eclipse and watch the Olympics opening ceremony, plays out to the classic Pink Floyd song Mother. Eddie Peng brilliantly plays Lang, who has barely any dialogue and communicates his feelings through minimalistic gestures. After the film shoot was completed, Peng adopted the dog that starred alongside him, echoing Lang's love for a soul as lost and found as his own. Play
