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Time Out
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The London Film Festival's opening film has been announced – and it's going to be murder
Crack out the crime tape because this year's BFI London Film Festival (LFF) opener is going to be piling up the bodies on the South Bank. Rian Johnson's third Knives Out movie, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, will be opening the 69th London Film Festival at the Royal Festival Hall and cinemas cross the UK on October 8. Expect big stars and bloody murder, as Daniel Craig's sleuth Benoit Blanc gets to the bottom of another criminal conspiracy in an as-yet-undisclosed setting. Also starring in the Netflix movie is another killer ensemble, including – deep breath – Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack and Thomas Haden Church. Johnson's entertaining murder-mystery series has a close relationship with the festival. The first Knives Out was the AMEX gala at the LFF in 2019, while the second Knives Out movie, Glass Onion, closed the festival in 2022. 'We're honoured to be opening the BFI London Film Festival with Wake Up Dead Man,' says Johnson. 'London is the birthplace of the golden age of detective fiction and it's a thrill to be back!' '[It's a] film that twists, turns and will keep audiences guessing to the final frame,' says festival director Kristy Matheson. 'The third of the brilliant Knives Out films we have presented at the LFF, we are delighted to reunite for our special Opening Night.' The 69th BFI London Film Festival runs from October 8-19. Tickets go on sale to the general public on September 16. Head to the official festival site for all the info.
Libya Review
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libyan Football Federation Launches Probe into Al Ahli Tripoli-Al Ittihad Match Incident
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has announced the formation of a fact-finding committee to investigate the incidents that occurred during the match between Ahli Tripoli and Al-Ittihad. The game, part of the fourth week of the return leg in the first hexagonal round of the Libyan Premier League, was held on Tuesday, June 19, 2025, at Tripoli Stadium. The decision was issued by the LFF Board of Directors under Resolution No. 96 of 2025. The investigative committee includes Ali Mahdi Al-Sanousi (Board Member), Al-Mabrouk Mohamed Shouia (Appeals Committee Member), and Adel Misbah Swaisi (Referees Committee Member). According to the resolution, the committee is tasked with reviewing official complaints submitted by both clubs, Ahli Tripoli and Al-Ittihad, and will collect testimonies from all parties involved in the match-day events. The investigation will also include a full review of official reports and all available video footage and photographic evidence. The committee must submit a detailed report within 72 hours of the decision's issuance. The report will outline the circumstances of the incident, identify responsibilities, and provide recommendations to the LFF Board. The LFF also directed the Competitions Committee to postpone any decision regarding the outcome of the match until the investigation is complete. However, the Federation confirmed that the final round of the hexagonal stage will proceed as scheduled and will not be impacted by the ongoing inquiry. The decision is effective immediately and is binding on all relevant entities. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
Libya Observer
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Libya Observer
Libyan football league's championship round to be held in Italy for 2nd year in a row
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has officially announced that the championship round of the Libyan Premier League will be held in Milan, Italy, for the second consecutive year. The event is being sponsored by the Government of National Unity, in direct coordination with the Italian Football Federation and with support from the Italian government. The LFF confirmed that it had started, in collaboration with Libyan governmental entities, completing the necessary administrative and technical arrangements to organize this major football event, which represents the decisive stage of the sports season. The Ministry of Sports has started coordinating with the relevant Italian authorities to ensure the best conditions and facilities for the success of the tournament. Meanwhile, the LFF also noted that it would soon begin implementing the specific procedures for the clubs participating in the league, according to regulations and conditions that will be announced in due course. Tags: Libyan Football Federation Libyan Football League
Libya Observer
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Libya Observer
LFF confirms return of hexagonal stage, final to be held abroad
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has announced that the second leg of the national league's hexagonal stage is set to begin soon, despite earlier delays attributed to unforeseen circumstances. In a statement published on its official Facebook page, the Federation reiterated its commitment to organizing what it describes as an "exceptional league" that reflects the ambitions of Libyan football. It praised the technical standards displayed in the opening stage and commended the positive cooperation between competing clubs. While no exact date was given for the return matches, the Federation assured that all logistical and technical preparations have been completed and that coordination with the involved clubs is ongoing. The Federation also pledged to maintain the current football calendar in line with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) guidelines. Notably, the final stage of the league will be held outside Libya, in a country yet to be announced. The move, according to the Federation, is aimed at showcasing Libyan football in a more professional light and boosting its regional and international profile. The Federation also called on foreign players, coaches, and both local and international media to support the league and contribute to portraying a positive image of football in Libya. Tags: Libyan Football Federation Libyan Football League
Libya Review
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Libya Review
Libya FA & Coach Cissé Outline National Team Strategy
The President of the Libyan Football Federation (LFF), Abdul-Mawla Al-Maghrabi, held a crucial meeting with national team head coach Aliou Cissé to discuss the future of the senior team. The meeting took place at the LFF headquarters and focused on upcoming competitions, preparation strategies, and the overall technical direction of the national squad. Coach Cissé, who recently took charge of the Libyan national team, was joined by his assistants Youssef Dabo, Mustafa Mohamed, and Khair Al-Din Al-Duwairi. The session covered a wide range of topics, including the team's physical and tactical readiness, selection criteria, and priorities for the next phase of training and match preparations. Al-Maghrabi reiterated the federation's full support for Cissé's technical project despite the financial difficulties currently facing Libyan football. He stressed the importance of unity and collective responsibility to support the team, commonly known as the 'Knights of the Mediterranean', as they prepare for key regional and international tournaments. 'The federation is committed to providing the necessary logistical and technical support to ensure the success of this project,' said Al-Maghrabi. 'We trust the technical team's vision and believe that, with proper backing, they can deliver the progress Libyan fans are hoping for.' Coach Cissé thanked the federation for its support and outlined his vision for developing the team, emphasising discipline, long-term planning, and competitive spirit as core pillars of the national programme. The meeting comes as the Libyan team gears up for upcoming qualifiers and friendlies, with the aim of restoring Libya's presence on the continental stage. The LFF called on all stakeholders to back the team and contribute to building a competitive and united national side that represents the aspirations of Libyan supporters. Tags: Aliou CisséFootballLFFlibyaNational TeamSports
