BANDITS KILL RESIDENT, ABDUCT NINE IN CHIKUN COMMUNITY. (PHOTO).

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 Bandits Kill Resident, Abduct Nine In Chikun Community Suspected bandits have killed a resident and abducted nine people, including his wife and two children, in Babban Saura (PW) community, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Thursday when the assailants invaded three houses in the community. A community source told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the attackers first stormed the home of an elderly man and abducted two of his children. The source said the assailants later moved to the residence of a man identified as Sikiru, broke through the fence and gained entry into the compound. According to the source, Sikiru confronted the attackers after they entered his parlour, resulting in a struggle between him and some of the assailants. He was eventually shot dead, after which the attackers abducted his wife and two children. The bandits also reportedly invaded a neighbouring house, where they abducted a woman ident...

THE ODYSSEY MOVIE RESTRICTS COMMENTS AMID HEATED CASTING BACKLASHES. (PHOTO).


 The Odyssey movie restricts comments amid heated casting backlashes


Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey has become the center of heated debate, prompting the studio to restrict comments on its official social media accounts. The epic fantasy, starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, and Elliot Page, has faced backlash from right‑wing voices online, including Elon Musk, over its diverse casting choices. 


Much of the criticism has been labeled racist, misogynistic, and transphobic, particularly targeting Nyong’o’s role as Helen of Troy and Page’s inclusion in the ensemble.


The uproar reflects a broader trend in Hollywood, where casting decisions often spark polarized reactions. Similar controversies have surrounded recent adaptations like The Little Mermaid and Snow White.


 In this case, critics argue Nolan altered characters for diversity or awards‑season appeal, while defenders note that Helen of Troy is a mythological figure with no historical evidence of her appearance. Nyong’o herself dismissed the criticism, emphasizing that the film’s diversity strengthens its epic scope and relevance.


Despite the online storm, The Odyssey remains one of Nolan’s most ambitious projects, with a reported $250 million budget and filming across multiple countries. 


The premiere in London on July 6 marked the beginning of its press circuit, even as debates over costumes, production design, and historical accuracy continue. For supporters, the film’s casting represents a modern reimagining of Homer’s tale, while detractors see it as part of a larger cultural battle in U.S. cinema. 


The clash underscores how art and identity remain deeply intertwined in today’s cultural landscape.

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