Soldiers stuck in a foreign land. Terrorists roaming the country. Hostages who need saving. Gory wounds and tears. Tank battles. Dramatic sweeping action shots. Nope, this isn't the latest bombastic Michael Bay or Ridley Scott production. This is China taking its shot at the patriotic military epic. Operation Red Sea marks a departure from traditional Chinese action films that focus on World War II or the Communist Revolution. It's also part of a trend in the past three years of creating more contemporary tributes to military exploits. Red Sea, directed by Hong Kong filmmaker Dante Lam, represents a high point in Chinese cinema, and is the second-highest grossing film of all time in China, well ahead of US blockbusters like Furious 7 or Avengers: Infinity War. Operation Red Sea is a gung-ho military film that invites comparisons to Scott's Black Hawk Down or Bay's 13 Hours, but invites criticism that it's merely propaganda funded by the Chinese government. The film, however, … [Read more...] about Operation Red Sea is China’s take on the gung-ho Hollywood military epic
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Twitter product head Ed Ho to step down
(Reuters) - Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) said on Thursday its product head, Ed Ho, would step down and named its live-streaming service Periscope’s former Chief Executive Officer Kayvon Beykpour as his replacement. FILE PHOTO: People holding mobile phones are silhouetted against a backdrop projected with the Twitter logo in this illustration picture taken September 27, 2013. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/Illustration/File Photo Ho, product head since December 2016, is stepping down for personal reasons and would stay on as an adviser, the social network said. Earlier in the day, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced an organizational reshuffle. “We’re reorganizing how Twitter is going to work together for the next decade,” Dorsey tweeted. Twitter had acquired Periscope in early 2015. Reporting by Vibhuti Sharma and Munsif Vengattil in Bengaluru; Editing by Shailesh Kuber … [Read more...] about Twitter product head Ed Ho to step down
Accenture Interactive Will Expand Capabilities with Acquisition of HO Communication to Deliver Connected Brand Experiences in Greater China
SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2018--Accenture (NYSE:ACN) has agreed to acquire Shanghai-based HO Communication, a full-service digital marketing agency in China with a strong portfolio of local and multinational clients. The acquisition will expand the ability of Accenture Interactive to bring its unique blend of digital design, marketing, content and commerce services to clients in Greater China seamlessly and at scale.With offices in Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu and Nanjing, HO Communication is one of the leading independent, digital integrated marketing agencies in China focused on omni-channel brand experiences and customer engagement. It offers a connected set of marketing services ranging from content creation and creative design to branding and media services that create engaging brand experiences for clients.“We are committed to China and our clients to continuously uplift our capabilities, especially in an area as critical as digital to help our … [Read more...] about Accenture Interactive Will Expand Capabilities with Acquisition of HO Communication to Deliver Connected Brand Experiences in Greater China
Wisconsin high court backs Ho-Chunk in dispute with quarry, protects burial sites
A Madison-area concrete company can't dig up American Indian burial mounds located within its southern Wisconsin quarry, the state Supreme Court ruled Tuesday without any explanation.The court deadlocked 3-3 after Justice Daniel Kelly withdrew from participation, meaning the appellate ruling protecting the mounds stands. The three-sentence opinion doesn't offer any legal analysis or explanation, doesn't explain why Kelly withdrew and doesn't say which justices voted to uphold or overturn the lower court's ruling.The case revolves around Wingra Redi-Mix's eight-year effort to excavate effigy mounds within its quarry in Blooming Grove. The mounds are listed in the Wisconsin Historical Society's burial sites catalog, which means Wingra needs a state permit to disturb them.Wingra made the request for a permit in 2010 but the historical society denied it. The company asked the state Division of Hearings and Appeals to overrule the society.The Ho-Chunk Nation joined the dispute and argued … [Read more...] about Wisconsin high court backs Ho-Chunk in dispute with quarry, protects burial sites
Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells
Ho-Chunk offers premier Wisconsin Dells lodging in a resort-inspired atmosphere. Our 315 elegant rooms and suites feature exceptional amenities and luxurious upgrades. We offer a Standard Deluxe Room, VIP/Hospitality Suite, Executive Suite, and romantic Honeymoon Suite. Elegance and comfort is the standard in all of our hotel rooms. Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin offers a range of adventure and entertainment, but Ho-Chunk Hotel & Casino has gaming excitement and relaxing accommodations all in one place. Ho-Chunk offers premier Wisconsin Dells lodging in a resort-inspired atmosphere. Our 315 elegant rooms and suites feature exceptional amenities and luxurious upgrades. We offer a Standard Deluxe Room, VIP/Hospitality Suite, Executive Suite, and romantic Honeymoon Suite. So whether you're a professional looking for Wisconsin Dells lodging with room to work and play, or newlyweds who want a total romantic package, Ho-Chunk has the perfect room. Standard Deluxe Room: Our standard room is … [Read more...] about Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells