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The highly anticipated film ‘BOY KILLS WORLD’ is set to release exclusively in theaters on April 26, 2024. Directed by Moritz Mohr, the post-apocalyptic martial arts thriller boasts an all-star cast led by Bill Skarsgård, alongside Jessica Rothe, Michelle Dockery, Brett Gelman, Isaiah Mustafa, Yayan Ruhian, Andrew Koji, Sharlto Copley, and Famke Janssen. The voice of “Boy” is narrated by the talented H. Jon Benjamin.

Skarsgård takes on the role of “Boy,” a young man who embarks on a path of vengeance after his family is brutally murdered by Hilda Van Der Koy, portrayed by Famke Janssen. Van Der Koy is the unstable leader of a corrupt post-apocalyptic dynasty that has left Boy orphaned, deaf, and voiceless. Guided by his inner voice, inspired by his favorite childhood video game, Boy trains under a mysterious shaman played by Yayan Ruhian to become a deadly weapon.

On the eve of the annual culling of dissidents, Boy is unleashed into a world of chaos, committing brutal martial arts acts that stir up mayhem and bloodshed. As he navigates this dystopian landscape, Boy finds himself joining forces with a desperate resistance group, all while engaging in spirited arguments with what appears to be the ghost of his rebellious younger sister.

Our correspondent Unique Chapman had the opportunity to speak with Famke Janssen, Brett Gelman, Isaiah Mustafa, Andrew Koji, and director Moritz Mohr about the film.

Written by Tyler Burton Smith and Arend Remmers, ‘BOY KILLS WORLD’ is produced by industry veterans Sam Raimi, Roy Lee, Simon Swart, Alex Lebovici, Stuart Manashil, Wayne Fitzjohn, Zainab Azizi, and Dan Kagan.

With its gripping storyline, intense action sequences, and stellar cast, ‘BOY KILLS WORLD’ promises to be a cinematic experience that fans won’t want to miss. Don’t miss the chance to catch this thrilling adventure exclusively in theaters starting April 26, 2024.

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There’s a good chance you’ve heard the term the “Black Tax” used to describe the idea that Black Americans have to work ten times as hard for half as much. But did you know there’s a much more literal meaning?

In his new book, “The Black Tax: 150 Years of Theft Exploitation, And Dispossession In America,” Historian Andrew W. Kahrl reveals the myriad of ways that the tax system screws over Black Americans.

And trust us, you’re going to want to hear about it.

Kahrl explains that as a result of a series of housing and tax policy decisions, Black Americans end up paying inflated property tax rates.

And he isn’t pulling this out of nowhere.

In 2020, a working paper by economists Troup Howard of the University of Utah and Carlos Avenancio-León of Indiana University found that Black families consistently paid higher property taxes than similarly situated white families.

According to the paper, property tax assessment of homes owned by Black people were consistently higher, relative to the final sale price, than homes owned by white families.

In his book, Kahrl notes that not only do Black families pay more than their share of property taxes, they also receive fewer services. He argues that while these policies began as an intentional practice, now it has more to do with systemic issues.

“What we often see now is bias or favoritism toward certain types of property and property owners, like high-end development,” Kahrl told the Guardian. “The wealthy may have greater access to political leverage, or they’re better able to utilize the tax appeals process. It’s not necessarily an assessor who’s conniving to overtax certain populations anymore.”

The idea that wealthy and powerful white Americans get away with paying less in taxes isn’t exactly novel. For example, in 2021, Jeff Bezos’s company, Amazon, made $35.1 billion in profits. And only paid an effective tax rate of 6.1%.

And property taxes aren’t the only way Black Americans get screwed over by the tax system. In a letter to Congress, the Internal Revenue Service admitted to auditing Black taxpayers at a higher rate. Previous research has shown that their algorithm disproportionately targets Black taxpayers at the expense of targeting people who actually underreport their taxes.

While these definitely aren’t the only ways the system is messing with Black taxpayers, it’s certainly plenty to think about.

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A woman who sued Mississippi’s capital city over the death of her brother has decided to reject a settlement after officials publicly disclosed how much the city would pay his survivors, her attorney said Wednesday.

George Robinson, 62, died in January 2019, days after three Jackson police officers pulled him from a car while searching for a murder suspect.

The Jackson City Council on Tuesday approved the payment of $17,786 to settle the lawsuit that relatives of Robinson filed in state court in October 2019, WLBT-TV reported. City documents said the settlement was not an admission of liability by the city or the three officers named in the lawsuit. Robinson was Black, as are the three officers.

The payment to the relatives — including Robinson’s sister, Bettersten Wade — was approved on a unanimous vote. Wade’s attorney, Dennis Sweet III, released a letter Wednesday saying that the city of Jackson violated a confidentiality agreement that was part of the settlement. Sweet said that because of the public disclosure and because the city “appears to claim or infer some sort of perceived victory,” Wade intends to continue suing the city.

Sweet said Robinson’s family reached a separate “substantial settlement” with an ambulance company.

Councilman Kenneth Stokes said he thought the city settlement was too small, although he voted for it.

“I’m saying it just sends the wrong message about human life, especially Black people’s lives,” Stokes said. “I think a step in the right direction would’ve been to pay the family a little bit more.”

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The lawsuit alleged that the three officers “brutally, viciously and mercilessly beat Mr. Robinson by striking and kicking him.”

“Mr. Robinson had not committed any crime, was not the subject of any active warrant, and was not a threat to himself or any person in the area,” the lawsuit said.

Robinson had been hospitalized for a stroke days before the police encounter and was on medication, Wade has said. He had a seizure hours after he was beaten, and he died two days later from bleeding on his brain.

Second-degree murder charges against two of the officers were dropped in the case. In August 2022, a Hinds County jury convicted former detective Anthony Fox of culpable negligence manslaughter — and then in January of this year, the Mississippi Court of Appeals overturned Fox’s conviction. A majority of the appeals court wrote that prosecutors failed to prove Fox “acted in a grossly negligent manner” or that Robinson’s death “was reasonably foreseeable under the circumstances.”

Wade is the mother of Dexter Wade, who was run over by an off-duty Jackson Police Department officer in March 2023.

Dexter Wade was buried at the Hinds County Pauper’s Cemetery. But it was October before his mother was told about the burial.

His body was exhumed Nov. 13, and an independent autopsy was conducted. A wallet found in the pocket of his jeans contained his state identification card with his home address, credit card and a health insurance card, said civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who is representing Wade’s family.

On Nov. 20, Dexter Wade’s family held a funeral for him, and he was buried in another cemetery.

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The last few years have been an emotional roller coaster for Tiffany Haddish. The actress/comedian has suffered the loss of her beloved grandmother, a public breakup and two DUI arrests. Her recent run of unpredictable behavior has led some fans to wonder what’s going on with the “Girls Trip” star.

Well, there’s no need to keep wondering, as Haddish is breaking everything down in her new memoir, “I Curse You With Joy,” releasing May 7. Among the “Haunted Mansion” actress’ major revelations is the fact that she’s been sober for six months. She explains that she made the decision following her November DUI arrest.

“I’m very sober. I haven’t had a drink since [the incident],”she told People. “When I sit back and look at my life, everything that’s crazy that’s happened is because somebody or myself had alcohol in their system.”

No matter what you think of Tiffany Haddish, she doesn’t appear to be wrong about this one. Alcohol can be found at the root of many of our most embarrassing and problematic moments. If she felt like things were getting out of hand, good for her for having the courage to handle the problem before irreparable damage was done to herself or someone else. In fact, she believes being sober is working out so well for her, she’s challenging her fans to follow in her footsteps.

“Stop drinking for six months and just see how your life changes,” she said. “You’re going to have your snatched body back, you’re going to see your relationships will be better and you’ll stop dealing with people you don’t need to be dealing with. My issue was, I was waking up next to ugly men.”

Alcohol isn’t the only thing she’s given up for six months. Haddish has also been celibate, explaining, “They went together.”

“With alcohol [my mind] would just be like ‘You’re horny, let’s just do it,’” she said. Without the outside influence, her response has changed to “Nah, nope.”

Just because she’s chosen celibacy, it doesn’t mean she’s sitting at home alone. The “Night School” actress reveals that she’s currently “dating multiple guys” and “They all know about each other.”

If you want to know all the details of Tiffany’s recent adventures, “I Curse You With Joy” is now available for pre-order, then hits bookshelves and e-readers May 7.

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Crunchyroll has unveiled the English-subtitled trailer for “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle,” the highly anticipated sports anime film set to hit North American theaters on May 31. Directed and written by Susumu Mitsunaka and based on the original Weekly Shonen Jump manga series by Haruichi Furudate, the film promises an action-packed volleyball showdown that fans won’t want to miss.

The film follows the journey of Shoyo Hinata, who joins Karasuno High’s volleyball club with dreams of emulating his idol, the “Little Giant.” However, Hinata quickly realizes that he must team up with his middle school rival, Tobio Kageyama. Despite their clashing styles, the duo discovers a surprising synergy that could be their ticket to victory against their formidable rival, Nekoma High, in the much-anticipated “Dumpster Battle.”

With a runtime of 85 minutes, “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle” promises to deliver a thrilling and emotional story that captures the essence of friendship, rivalry, and the love of the game.

The “Haikyu!!” franchise has captivated audiences with its slice-of-life storytelling and dynamic volleyball action. The series revolves around Hinata’s passion for volleyball, inspired by the “Little Giant.” After a crushing defeat against Kageyama’s team in middle school, Hinata vows to surpass his rival. However, upon entering high school, he finds himself face to face with Kageyama once again, this time as teammates.

Produced by Production I.G, the anime series “Haikyu!!” has garnered a dedicated fanbase worldwide. The first four seasons are currently available to stream on Crunchyroll, allowing fans to catch up on Hinata and Kageyama’s journey leading up to “The Dumpster Battle.”

Don’t miss the chance to experience the adrenaline-pumping action and heartfelt moments of “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle” in theaters on May 31. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable volleyball showdown!

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R&B singer Chris Brown is beefing with Atlanta rapper Quavo. What world are we living in? And what could have happened between these two artists for them to feel the need to drop diss tracks?

We’re here to explain it all.

Where did it start?

The feud between the two artists seems to have started over Karreuche Tran, whom they have both dated over the years.

If you recall, Brown and Tran dated on and off for nearly five years from November 2010 to March 2015.

Since then Quavo has also been rumored to have dated Tran on and off since 2017.

This is all the while Quavo and Brown continued to make music together including the songs, “Just For The Night,” “Whippin,” and “Leanin.”

But in recent years, Brown has started to take some shots during his appearances on “Crew League,” a league where celebrities and their “crews” compete in a basketball tournament. After winning the championship in 2021 and 2022, Brown called out the Atlanta rapper, claiming that he was “scared.”

At the time, it looked like it was just friendly competition. But now it’s clear that there was real hate between the opposing sides.

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Brown made the beef between the two official by seemingly throwing shots at Quavo on the deluxe version of his 2023 album, “11:11.”

On the song, “Freak,” Brown said, “Okay, now f****n my old b*****s ain’t gon’ make us equal.”

While it took nearly five months, Quavo responded two weeks ago on his track, “Tender” where he raps about Brown’s history of domestic violence and his break up with Karreuche Tran.

Brown wasted no time responding to the Atlanta rapper, releasing a diss track of his own titled, “Weakest Link.”

Although Brown isn’t known as an MC, the shots he took at Quavo were scathing and rapper-worthy. He specifically said that “everybody” wished that he died instead of his uncle and fellow Migos member, Takeoff.

He also mentioned how Quavo was seen on video fighting with his ex-girlfriend, Saweetie, in an elevator.

On Monday, Quavo fired back at the controversial R&B singer on the track, “Over H**s & B*****s” and called Brown “crackhead Michael Jackson” and continued to bring up his track record of domestic violence.

The cover art for the track shows Quavo choking Brown.

Brown reacted to the track hours later on social media, writing on his Instagram story, “Google Raps THAT S**T IS POOOOOOOH.”

He added, “Damn and I was excited .. that shit don’t even need a response. Takeoff rap better.”

Saweetie jumps in

On Monday, the “ICY GRL” rapper later exposed a message she received from Quavo the day after the Migos member dropped, “Over H**s & B*****s.”

On the song, Quavo mentioned his ex-girlfriend by name, rapping, “I can take a model b**h and make a Saweetie, n**a/ Crackhead Michael Jackson, b**h, you better beat it, n**a.”

This seemed to piss Saweetie off who shared a screenshot of Quavo sending her a DM on Instagram in January. In the caption she wrote, “hopefully the model he turns into me replies.”

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Popular Twitch streamer Alinity has once again found herself on the wrong side of Twitch’s rules, this time for copyright infringement. Known for her Just Chatting streams and previous controversies, Alinity has been issued a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) strike, leading to her channel’s suspension.

During a recent stream where she was watching a reality TV series with her viewers, Alinity received an unexpected ban. She later shared an email from Twitch on Twitter, which had the title, ‘Complete copyright school to remove your copyright strike.’ Despite the situation, Alinity seemed to find humor in the requirement, posting laughing emojis alongside the email screenshot.

To regain access to her channel, Alinity has been instructed to complete a ‘copyright school’ module and pass a short quiz. The email from Twitch explained, “Copyright law can be confusing, which is why we’ve created resources to help you understand some copyright basics, how Twitch’s DMCA process works, and to remind you of your responsibilities when you stream.”

This approach echoes Twitch’s previous actions, such as when popular streamer xQc had to attend a therapy session to be unbanned. Alinity has not completed the 30-minute course, and her Twitch channel remains suspended. According to Twitch’s guidelines, accumulating three copyright strikes would result in the channel’s termination.

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