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2024 - 8 - 16

Halle Berry's Superhero Moment: Saving Mediocre Movies, Academy Rankings, and Gas Leaks!

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Halle Berry nearly saves the day in Netflix’s ‘The Union,’ Union Academy soccer shines, and a high school gas leak evacuation? Catch the thrilling recap!

Netflix's latest action flick, 'The Union,' stars Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry, and let's just say, it's a wild ride of questionable choices. The film, although lacking in charm and excitement, makes one solid decision: casting Halle Berry. Her stellar performance as Roxanne, a character embroiled in dangerous missions and heartfelt reunions, almost saves this otherwise lackluster movie. Critics, including the prestigious Roger Ebert, lament the lazy script and reliance on star power that, even with Berry's brilliance, can't carry the film to greatness.

Switching gears from Hollywood to soccer, the US Soccer Collective has ranked the Union Academy as the best in MLS for the second year in a row. This remarkable achievement reflects the club's dedication to nurturing elite talent, consistently earning an A+ rating. The Philadelphia Union II, the academy's professional extension, is also making waves as they gear up to battle Toronto FC II. Fans eagerly await to see if the Union II can reclaim the Eastern Conference lead with their robust talent pool.

In local news, Oregon’s largest private sector union has endorsed both candidates in a hotly contested congressional race. This unusual move underscores the complexity and divisions within the state’s political landscape. Meanwhile, in New Jersey, the Union County Board of Elections is expanding voting rights by introducing early in-person voting. Voters are encouraged to take advantage of this new system, enhancing accessibility and convenience.

On the education front, Ohio's Buckeye Union High School had a dramatic Friday as students were evacuated due to a gas leak. Safety protocols swiftly kicked in, ensuring all students were dismissed early without incident. This evacuation grabbed headlines and highlighted the importance of efficient emergency response systems in schools.

Did you know Halle Berry, beyond her impressive acting career, has been an advocate for various social causes, including domestic violence prevention and diabetes awareness? She's a true superhero on and off the screen! Meanwhile, the Union Academy’s high performance isn't just luck; it's the result of strategic investments in coaching, facilities, and player development programs. No wonder they’re dominating in MLS!

From Hollywood blockbusters to soccer triumphs and local school emergencies, the term 'Union' is making headlines across various spectrums. Stay tuned for more thrilling updates as these stories unfold!

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'The Union' Review: Halle Berry Saves Mark Wahlberg Netflix Movie (Daily Beast)

The new Netflix action flick makes one inexplicable choice after another. The one solid one: casting Berry, who almost saves the movie.

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US Soccer Collective ranks Union Academy Best in MLS Once Again (philadelphiaunion.com)

The list ranks the Union's talent pool at the A+ level for the second year as well, one of two clubs to receive those marks overall in any categories. The Union ...

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Preview | Union II head north for battle at Toronto FC II (philadelphiaunion.com)

Philadelphia Union II continues its push to regain the Eastern Conference lead as they hit the road for a showdown at Toronto FC II on Suday afternoon.

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Oregon grocery workers union backs both Republican Chavez ... (Oregon Capital Chronicle)

Oregon's largest private sector union won't take sides in the state's most competitive congressional race.

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Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry Lead a Middling Spy Comedy in 'The ... (KQED)

Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry Lead a Middling Spy Comedy in 'The Union'. Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press. Aug 16.

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The Union movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert (Roger Ebert)

It lacks charm and excitement, clutching to simplicity and a lazy script that relies on star power that's not bright enough to save it.

Union County Board of Elections Announces Early In-Person Voting ... (UCNJ.org)

“New Jersey has expanded voters' rights by introducing early voting in 2021,” said Ms. DiRado. “We encourage voters to use early voting, or a vote by mail ...

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Buckeye Union High School evacuated due to gas leak (Arizona's Family)

BUCKEYE, AZ (AZFamily) — Students were evacuated and dismissed early at a West Valley high school due to a gas leak on Friday. The gas leak was reported ...

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Halle Berry Delivered a Stellar Performance in 'The Union'—But ... (PureWow)

In her action-packed Netflix film, 'The Union,' Halle Berry stars as Roxanne, who enlists the help of her high school sweetheart on a dangerous new mission.

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'The Union' movie review: Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry star in ... (The Hindu)

Halle Berry shines in the action-packed film The Union, featuring thrilling missions, high school sweethearts, and a race against time.

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The Union Review: Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry Yield Nothing (Paste Magazine)

If there's anything more awkward than world-famous movie stars contorting themselves into strenuous demonstrations of relatability, it's when a movie star ...

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'The Union' Cast and Character Guide | Photos (TheWrap)

Netflix is back with a new star-studded action movie — this time led by Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry — with “The Union.” Wahlberg stars as Mike, ...

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'The Union' Star Mike Colter On His Secret Role In Netflix Spy Movie (Forbes)

Mike Colter discusses what he can about his secret role in Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry's new action comedy "The Union."

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Why Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry Never Kiss in 'The Union' on ... (Variety)

"The Union" hinges on Mark Wahlberg & Halle Berry's romance, but throughout the film's 109-minute runtime, the pair never kiss. The director explains.

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'The Union' Doesn't Make a Lick of Sense, Which Makes Sense (Observer)

Contrived, pointless and blindingly boring; a pathetic attempt to keep Halle Berry and Mark Wahlberg's careers alive.

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Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry lead a middling spy comedy in 'The Union' (cleveland.com)

Review: "The Union" lacks a certain charm that could help it be something more than the Netflix movie playing in the background.

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Ineligible Meat and Poultry ... (USDA.gov)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for various meat ...

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Union to face new challenge with bump up to Class 2A | Trib HSSN (TribLIVE)

Union quarterback Lucas Stanley throws a pass during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, in Union Twp. Purchase Photo Options.

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Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry break down the high-stakes final ... (EW.com)

Director Julian Farino and stars Halle Berry, Mark Wahlberg, and Mike Colter share memories and intel from filming the epic final action sequence in 'The ...

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Oregon-based union withdraws support for Kroger, Albertsons merger (KTVL)

A local food and commercial workers union that once publicly supported the merger between Kroger and Albertsons grocery stores has pulled its support, ...

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Food workers' union retracts endorsement of Albertsons merger with ... (Idaho Statesman)

Union local representing Albertsons Idaho grocery workers retracts endorsement of Kroger takeover of Boise supermarket chain, citing wages.

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Here Are All the Songs in Netflix's 'The Union' (TheWrap)

Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry team up for flirtatious action antics in Netflix's “The Union,” and they do it all to a soundtrack jam-packed with ...

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The Union Review: Mark Wahlberg & Halle Berry's Netflix Movie Is A ... (Screen Rant)

Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry's chemistry is off the charts in The Union, but the rom-com vibes aren't enough to boost Netflix's action movie.

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