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Meet the Kardashians of the Middle East

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BONJOURRRRR! HOW ARE YOU, SNABIES?” Zain Karazon trills to her Snapchat followers on a gray morning in Amman, Jordan. She’s just completed her lengthy beauty routine: her long, caramel hair expertly twisted into waves and fake eyelashes applied, giving her face a doll-like appearance. Her outfit is a Yeezy-esque ensemble of black tights, boots, and an oversize hooded denim tunic with distressed sleeves and the phrase “Where is my mind?” After posting a shot of her coffee, she grabs her two bedazzled iPhones and heads to a meet-and greet at a café, where she’s welcomed by a small army of teenage girls who chant their nickname for her (Zoozoo) and by baristas, transfixed behind the counter. Read More...

Notes on a Scandal | Reelviews Movie Reviews

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Notes on a Scandal is an attempt to make a Fatal Attraction type thriller for the art house crowd. With a cast that features two of today's best actresses - Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett - and a screenplay of uncommon literacy, the movie nearly achieves its aim. However, in order to propel circumstances to a conclusion, Notes on a Scandal relies upon a contrivance so ugly and obvious that it's impossible to ignore. Read More...

On this day: Julio Cesar Chavez annihilates Greg Haugen in front of 134.000 souls in Aztec Stadium

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Julio Chavez wasted no time in tearing Greg Haugen apart in front of a world record stadium crowd. (Photo by Holly Stein/Allsport) by Diego Morilla |  It was supposed to be a historic fight for many reasons. It ended up being a personal affair in the ring, and the culminating point of a love affair outside of it. The mere idea of packing more than 100.000 people in one place to watch a live boxing match was quite insane anywhere in the world. Read More...

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