South Korea: culture minister nominee vows to support small and medium-sized film producers
The culture minister nominee said Tuesday he will actively reflect the positions of small and medium-sized producers in mapping out the government’s film policy. Park Yang-woo, who was tapped to lead the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in a Cabinet reshuffle in early March, also promised efforts to strengthen cultural exchanges with North Korea […]
Actors come together to support Syrian refugees
A number of celebrities came together to help Syrian refugees after thousands of them started asking refuge in numerous countries. Edward Norton, known for his roles in Fight Club and Birdman, started a fundraiser on the website “CrowdRise” to encourage people to donate money to support one of these refugees’ move to Michigan, and integration in the US. […]
Facebook CEO offers support for Muslims as Islamophobia increases
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared words of support for Muslims who fear retaliation for the recent violent attacks in Paris and San Bernardino. In the wake of those attacks, Zuckerberg wrote on his personal Facebook page Wednesday that he wants to assure Muslims they are welcome on Facebook and that “we will fight to protect […]
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