3 Amazing Movie Lawyers You Would Want On Your Side

Lawyers practise one of the oldest professions known to man; it is still as relevant today as it was when the concept of law and trials were first introduced to human societies. It is not surprising then that there have been numerous movies in which the protagonist is a member of the legal profession. Here are 3 amazing lawyers from cinema history who you would hire in a jiffy should you ever find yourself in the need for an attorney.

Twitter's A Crucial Political Tool, Despite Risks

Twitter a crucial political tool, despite risks (via AFP)

Presidents and prime ministers, South American strongmen and nearly the entire US Congress have used Twitter to press their political platforms. But has the blue bird helped or muddled their message? In the seven years since its creation, the micro-…

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How To Survive A Zombie Apocalypse

Our modern culture is one obsessed by the prospect of reanimated flesh stalking the earth. Over the last decade, there has been a huge resurgence in films, tv shows, books and comics about zombies, and one that shows no signs of slowing anytime soon.

Perhaps one of the main reasons this genre retains such fascination among audiences is because we like to imagine how we would cope if it were somehow ever to happen, as unlikely as that may be. Would we have what it takes to survive the hours, days and weeks of zombie infestation, before it can be stopped, assuming it can be? Or would we fall to pieces like so many bit-part characters unaware of their own limitations?

I’m fairly confident I could make the distance, personally. Here is my own carefully-crafted plan for survival:

Spain: Thousands of Catalonians Prepare 'Human Chain' Demo

Thousands of Catalonians prepare 'human chain' demo (via AFP)

Thousands of people in Catalonia are poised to unite Wednesday to form a 400-kilometre (250-mile) human chain in a bold push for independence from Spain which is fiercely opposed by Madrid. The chain will stretch across 86 cities, towns and villages…

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James Bond's Submarine Car Sells For £550,000

James Bond sub car sells for £550,000 (via AFP)

The iconic submarine car driven by James Bond in the 1977 classic The Spy Who Loved Me fetched £550,000 ($860,000, 650,000 euros) when it was floated at auction for the first time in London. Following an intense bidding battle, The Lotus Esprit was…

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South Korea's Moviemakers Furious Over Film Withdrawal

S. Korea moviemakers furious over film withdrawal (via AFP)

South Korea's film community reacted angrily Monday to a major cinema chain's decision to stop screening a documentary that questions whether North Korea was really behind the 2010 sinking of the warship Cheonan. Megabox withdrew the movie "Project…

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Big Business in Jesus [Infographic]

Jesus made giving up one's possessions and distributing wealth among the poor a central part of his message. Despite this cornerstone of his teachings, the idea of a “megachurch” seems to have all but ignored this aspect of his gospel. The modern development of the megachurch is now translating to megabusiness. These places of worship are slowly taking over as small denominations are consistently shutting down all across America. The effect is similar to the one that has accompanied the rise of corporate America. Megachurches are growing at a rate of 8 percent every year. They have been accused of creating economic empires by some, drawing away devoted worshippers at local churches with their flash and glamour.

The average megachurch will play host to more than 2000 people every week. They are also exempt from taxes up to $7.2 billion dollars each year, allowing them to gather extraordinary income. These churches often seem to be under the leadership of a single charismatic pastor as well. The typical leader gains something akin to celebrity status among the community and region in which they are established.

In order to address just how “mega” these megachurches can become, consider the largest one in the world; The Yoido Full Gospel Church in South Korea has an annual budget of $200 million, and their membership is around 850,000 people. In America, the largest megachurch is located in Houston, Texas and is under the leadership of Joel Osteen. They have drawn in close to 43,500 members and work with an annual budget of $70 million. The distribution of these types of churches differs throughout the United States. The Southern portion of the country leads the way by being home to 49 percent of megachurches while the Northeast comes in last, accounting for only 7 percent.

When looking at the attendees, the demographics are unbalanced. The Caucasian race accounts for 82 percent, 10 percent are African American, 2 percent are Asian, and a mere 1 percent are Hispanic.

British Police Arrest Scores At Far-Right Protest

Before reading this syndicated article from Agence France Presse, it might be a good idea to learn a bit more about what exactly "breaching section 12 and section 14 of the Public Order Act 1986" means as it seems that the anti-racists who were arrested for that offence are now portrayed, from what I've seen in some of the tweets I've read tonight, as violent thugs by some of the EDL supporters. 

"10.1 Sections 12 and 14 Public Order Act 1986 

If you engage in regular protest you will inevitably encounter the police’s use of Sections 12 and 14 of the Public Order Act 1986. 

Section 12 Public Processions   

This confers power on the senior officer to impose conditions on processions, which he reasonably believes are necessary to prevent serious public disorder, serious criminal damage or serious disruption to the life of the community. He may also impose such conditions if he believes that the purpose of the persons organising it is the intimidation of others with the view to compelling them not to do an act they have a right to do, or to do an act they have a right not to do.

If he reasonably believes any of the above, then he may impose conditions on persons taking part in the procession as are reasonably necessary to prevent the above, including conditions as to the route of the procession or prohibiting it from entering any public place specified in the directions. 

Anyone who knowingly fails to comply with a condition is guilty of an offence. 

Section 14 - Public Assemblies  

As with Section 12, the senior officer may impose conditions on public assemblies, which he considers are reasonably necessary to prevent serious public disorder etc. But unlike Section 12, the conditions he may reasonably impose are in this case limited to specifying: 

a) the numbers of people who may take part,  

b) the location of the assembly, and  

c) its maximum duration. 

On most big animal rights demos these days there is a Section 14 notice in place, which gives the location where the assembly may and may not take place, and the time at which it must finish. It does not usually specify the number of people who may take part. 

An assembly is defined by Section 16 of the Act as consisting of two people or more.Anyone who knowingly fails to comply with a condition is guilty of an offence."

This excerpt is from FreeBeagles.com, but there are much more info available on the site itself, so do feel free to visit it when you have a few minutes.

British police arrest scores at far-right protest (via AFP)

British police arrested more than 160 people on Saturday as they sought to separate far-right protesters and anti-fascist demonstrators gathered in an immigrant area of east London. Scotland Yard had imposed conditions on a protest by the far-right…

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Great Britain, Japan And US Movies Tipped To Win Venice Festival

UK, Japan, US films tipped to win Venice festival (via AFP)

Critics have tipped movies from Britain, Japan and the United States to win Venice's Golden Lion prize this year, due to be announced at the world's oldest film festival on Saturday. British director Stephen Frears provoked a hugely enthusiastic response…

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Upcoming Romantic Movies In September

As summer slowly but surely draws to a close and autumn breezes lie just around the corner, take advantage of the upcoming cool weather to see one of Hollywood’s new releases! Weekend nights are going to be chilly in September so it's a good thing so many fantastic movies will be coming to theaters. Grab your boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband, or whomever you want, and have a romantic date-night at the movies. Most of these films will be in limited release so keep an eye out at your local independent or art house theater.

Cult Leader 'Black Jesus' killed In Papua New Guinea

Cult leader 'Black Jesus' killed in PNG (via AFP)

An infamous cult leader known as "Black Jesus", who was suspected of cannibalism, has been chopped to death in a remote Papua New Guinea village, reports said Friday. Steven Tari, a convicted rapist, had been on the run since escaping from a prison…

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What Are Some Of The Characteristics Of A Good Zombie Story?

If “Confessions”, the eleventh episode of the fantastic Breaking Bad, wasn’t enough, fans were kept on the edge of their seats with a short 15 second clip of the next season of the Walking Dead. In the clip, Michonne is confronted by a few zombies outside of the gates of the prison. Anyone who has read the graphic novels or seen Michonne last season knows that these zombies are toast.

It’s no secret that the Walking Dead has been one of the most popular zombie graphic novels and television series to date. The season 3 finale set the record for the series, with over 12.4 million viewers overall, and Robert Kirkman keeps churning out the graphic novels. There’s no question that the series is as popular as ever, and millions should tune in for the premiere next month, but the question then becomes why?

That is an answer only known by those who have written and created the great zombie books, shows and movies out there know. As you look at the Walking Dead series; stand-alone novels like I am Legend and World War Z; the Dawn of the Dead Movies or 28 Days movies, each is different in one way or another, but all have a few characteristics that make them so popular. With that in mind, let’s take a look at a few of the common features of great zombie entertainment.