Author: Sophie Mitchell

Prime Video has set an October 30 global premiere for Apocalypse Z: New World, the second instalment in its post-apocalyptic film franchise, expanding a property that has already built a significant international audience on the streaming platform. The Halloween release will arrive in more than 240 countries and territories following a festival debut at the 59th Sitges Film Festival on October 10. Prime Video has also released the first teaser for the sequel, which continues the story inspired by the work of author Manel Loureiro. Sequel Expands Prime Video’s Post-Apocalyptic Franchise Apocalypse Z: New World follows Apocalypse Z: The Beginning…

INTERCONTINEN7AL, the international music project that bills itself as the first rock band to record across all seven continents, has released “Lighthouses (Acoustic Remix)”, revisiting a track first featured on its 2022 album Volume 3. The new version replaces much of the original song’s electronic character with acoustic instrumentation, reflecting the remote collaboration model that has brought together more than 30 musicians from 15 countries since the project emerged during the pandemic. ‘Lighthouses’ Rebuilt Around an Acoustic Sound The original version of “Lighthouses” began in September 2021 when bandleader Matt Smith, originally from Freehold, New Jersey and now based in…

BritBox has unveiled a first look at a three-part Christmas special of The Other Bennet Sister, extending the period drama following the strong performance of its initial ten-episode run. Produced by Bad Wolf for the BBC and BritBox North America, the new instalments will continue the story of Mary Bennet, played by Ella Bruccoleri, as she adjusts to married life following the events of the main series. Production on the three 30-minute episodes has recently wrapped in Wales. Ella Bruccoleri Returns as Mary Bennet Bruccoleri, whose credits include Down Cemetery Road and Wicker, returns in the central role alongside Dónal…

Two leading US dairy industry organisations have welcomed the appointment of Luke Lindberg as executive director of the United Nations’ World Food Programme, saying his leadership could strengthen international nutrition programmes and expand the role of dairy products in humanitarian food assistance. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) said Lindberg’s appointment represents an opportunity to build on efforts to address malnutrition and food insecurity worldwide. Both organisations also called for greater consideration of nutrient-dense US dairy products in World Food Programme initiatives. Dairy Industry Backs Lindberg’s New International Role Lindberg’s appointment places him…

Triathlon Canada has appointed accomplished athlete, coach and engineer Sasha Beck as president of its Board of Directors, placing her at the helm as the national organisation prepares to send a major Canadian contingent to the 2026 World Triathlon Grand Final in Pontevedra, Spain. The championship, scheduled for September 23-27, will feature 18 Canadian elite athletes alongside more than 500 Age Group competitors, with Canada represented across elite, Para, U23, junior, mixed relay and Age Group events. Beck Takes Leadership Role on Road to LA 2028 Beck joined Triathlon Canada’s Board of Directors in 2023 as an athlete director, bringing…

Ontario is investing $32 million to add 1,971 seats at Humber Polytechnic, expanding training capacity in health care, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and skilled trades as the province seeks to address workforce shortages in high-demand sectors. The funding is part of a broader $1.7 billion provincial investment supporting more than 70,000 additional postsecondary seats across Ontario. The new Humber seats will be available for student enrolment beginning as early as the fall 2026 academic year. Humber Polytechnic to Add 1,971 Seats The new allocation includes 1,187 seats in health care programs, 428 in STEM programs and 356 in…

Ontario is investing more than $1.1 million in five Indigenous-led forestry projects aimed at expanding the use of forest biomass, improving energy security and supporting economic development across northern communities. The provincial government said the projects have the long-term potential to create more than 200 jobs while generating additional demand for mill by-products and underused wood. The funding is being delivered through the Indigenous Bioeconomy Partnerships stream of Ontario’s Forest Biomass Program. Five Indigenous-Led Projects Receive Provincial Funding The investments are expected to support projects that could eventually create annual demand for more than 100,000 tonnes of forest biomass. The…

Ontario is investing $79 million to create 2,861 additional postsecondary seats at Ontario Tech University and Durham College, expanding training capacity in health care, science and technology, skilled trades, education and other fields tied to regional labour-market demand. The Durham Region funding forms part of a broader $1.7 billion provincial initiative supporting more than 70,000 additional seats at publicly assisted colleges and universities. The province says the expansion is intended to strengthen Ontario’s skilled workforce amid economic uncertainty and changing employer needs. Ontario Tech and Durham College Receive New Funding Ontario Tech University will receive funding for 2,523 new seats,…

Ontario is investing more than $2.5 million in three Northwestern Ontario forestry projects aimed at modernizing production, expanding the use of forest biomass and protecting more than 4,000 direct and indirect jobs across the regional supply chain. The funding is being provided through the province’s Forest Biomass Program, with the largest portion directed to Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper. The government says the investments are intended to strengthen the forestry sector as producers contend with U.S. tariffs and increased competition in international markets. Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper Receives More Than $2.4 Million More than $2.4 million will support planning…

Ontario’s Office of the Chief Coroner will hold an inquest into the death of Remi Desjardins, a 48-year-old worker who died at a surface mine site near Matheson, Ontario, in February 2022. Dr. Laura Piccinin, Regional Supervising Coroner for the Sudbury Region, Sudbury Office, announced the inquest on September 17. The proceeding is mandatory under Ontario’s Coroners Act and will examine the circumstances surrounding Desjardins’ death. Inquest to Examine 2022 Death Near Matheson Desjardins died on February 9, 2022, while working at a surface mining operation near Matheson, a community in northeastern Ontario. The provincial announcement did not provide additional…