Summer smash “Barbie” is the highest-grossing global release in the studio’s 100-year history, beating out 2011’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.” Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” edged out the saga’s finale by $767,505, according to Comscore projections. Comscore estimated a global total of $1,341,854,460 through Monday for “Barbie.” On Monday, Warner Bros. said “Barbie” will pass “Harry Potter” to become its highest grossing film globally. That’s still not enough to crack the top 10 highest-grossing movies of all time, however, which is dominated by Disney franchises like Marvel’s Avengers, Star Wars and Avatar. The highest-grossing film of all time…
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The National Capital District Commission (NCDC) has started hoisting 2000 PNG flags on the street-light poles along the inner city routes since last Saturday. This annual initiative is aimed at putting everyone on the celebration mood for the coming 48th Independence Anniversary whilst rehearsing for the golden jubilee in 2025. City Manager, Ravu Frank is calling on the general public to support and respect the national flags that are on the street-light poles. “Anyone caught vandalizing, damaging or stealing the flags will be arrested and prosecuted,” said the City Manager. “The flag is our pride and identity that unites us…
He won’t be leading his team out but Adam Reynolds has confidence that the Broncos’ style of play can overcome their terrible record against Melbourne to go into the finals with some winning momentum. The Broncos are on the wrong side of a lopsided 39-13 win-loss ratio against the Storm – including losses in their past 13 clashes – but given it looks like they will face off twice in a week, it is a record they’ll be wanting to overturn. “We don’t need to change the way we’re playing,” Reynolds said. “I think we’re playing a great brand of…
In spite of recent concerns about dry weather conditions in the Western Province, Ok Tedi Mining Limited’s (OTML) operations are still ongoing. Responding to multiple media queries, OTML Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Kedi Ilimbit stated that Ok Tedi is closely monitoring the situation. “OTML has a comprehensive Dry Weather Management Plan and EL Nino Management and an El Nino Management Plan which will be evoked accordingly when required.” Mr. Ilimbit assured the OTML workforce, business partners, community members and stakeholders that the company is keeping check on the weather as well as their critical supplies stock. Fluctuating dry…
One of only 15 competition prize editions ever published of a rare “Harry Potter” book, which nearly went up in flames earlier this year, will soon go up for auction. In 2012, a then-15-year-old Carina Haouchine, from Scotland, scored a winning copy of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” published to mark the books’ 15th anniversary, according to United Kingdom-based Hansons Auctioneers. The book, known as “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” in the United States, is the first of author J.K. Rowling’s seven-book saga. Haouchine, now a 26-year-old documentary filmmaker, won the book during publisher Bloomsbury’s competition to find…
Believe Global hosted a family fun day over the weekend (26th and 27th August) at Sir John Guise Stadium in Port Moresby. The events were a culmination of a full week of activities held during the entirety of the week, where the Believe Team ran various programs in schools, hospitals, villages, correctional facilities and markets. Believe Global Director, Neil Smith stated that his organization aims to bring change within the many spheres of influence. “Believe Global’s vision has always been to bring sustainable change and development through impacting spheres of leadership, education, business, health and the church.” “For the Believe…
Theodist has presented a cheque of K50,000 to Buk Bilong Pikinini to help in sponsoring the organization’s drive to provide educational materials to children in Papua New Guinea and to emphasize the importance of corporate and non-profit partnerships towards nurturing community growth and development. This was done during Buk Bilong Pikinini’s launching of its new book series entitled, ‘When I Grow Up (I want to be a Graphic Designer).’ Ryan Pini a spokesperson for Theodist expressed his enthusiasm towards contributing to the development of youngsters’ minds. “We are deeply honoured and excited about this collaboration.” “It is our way of…
With their passion for providing books to help children in their early stages of development, Buk Bilong Pikinini this week launched a new book series, at Theodist titled, ‘When I Grow Up’. Each book illustrates the many possible careers children may pursue in the future. Founder and Chairperson of Buk Bilong Pikinini Anne-Sophie Hermann said that they wanted children to be aware of the different careers existing. “As the children learn, these books act as a guide and tell them what jobs will be available in the future.” Hermann also said that there were nineteen books published and there were…
Despite being a country rich in arts and culture, the theatre industry in the country is lacking significant improvement. Perceptions of the art as unimportant does play a factor in lack of funding and neglect of necessary resources needed for the industry to develop. UPNG Head of Division for Theatre Arts, Edith Monagi stated that theatre is important for community growth but is quite costly in terms of implementation. “Theatre productions often require significant financial resources for venue, rental production costs, and paying artists and staff.” “Not to mention, the availability of suitable theatre spaces and facilities can impact the…
Jubilee Catholic Secondary School and Carr Memorial Adventist School were the lucky schools out thirteen participating schools to receive brand new sports equipment from City Pharmacy Limited’s Stop N Shop as part of their Sports for Schools Promotion. This was done to endorse a sense of community between Stop N Shop and schools in Port Moresby. Deputy Principal of Jubilee Catholic Secondary School, Janet Sengi spoke positively of the experience. “It’s good that young people get to not only participate inside the classroom but also outside.” “We have to encourage our young people to take part in sports.” CPL Chief…