China Launches Music Talent Show "Dimension Nova" For Anime Contestants
In a first, China has launched a new musical talent show, "Dimension Nova", where only virtual contestants would participate. However, the contestants will be judged by three humans. All the 31 participants of this new-gen show are digitally created and styled like Japanese anime. The 2D and 3D contestants will be judged on their personality, style and performances. The show will be aired on online video platform iQiy.
Tags: China, new talent, Virtual, Technology
Courtesy: BBC News
K-Pop Sensation BTS Wins Big At MTV Europe Music Awards 2020
The 7-member South Korean boy band BTS stole the show at the 2020 MTV Europe Music Awards after winning four leading awards. The group won awards for the best song for 'Dynamite', the best virtual live act for Bang Bang Con, the best group, and the biggest fans award. Hosted by the British band Little Mix, the no-audience virtual ceremony had the performances pre-recorded from various locations.
Tags: BTS, MTV Europe Music Award, Covid-19, Virtual
Courtesy: The Reuters
Football Delhi to Introduce E-Football Competitions For Youth
Football Delhi, in an executive meeting, decided to start a virtual football competition for schools and youth. The committee is planning to start the new season league matches from December 20 subject to the COVID situations. President of Football Delhi, Shaji Prabhakaran said, "E-football competitions will provide encouraging opportunities to our youth who are missing the pitch actions." Reportedly, Football Delhi association is the first… read-more
Tags: Football, New Delhi, Indian Football, Virtual
Courtesy: The Times of India
‘Bad Education’, ‘Watchmen’, ‘Rick and Morty’ Shines in Creative Arts Emmy Awards
The 72nd Creative Arts Emmy Awards was announced virtually on September 20. The best TV movie awarded to HBO's 'Bad Education'. 'Watchmen' was given the best cinematography for a limited series and 'Rick and Morty' won for the best-animated program. Eddie Murphy received his first Emmy award for his performance as a guest actor in a comedy show. The Primetime Emmy Awards will be broadcasted on September 21.
Tags: Emmy Award, Virtual, Rick and Morty, Bad Education
Courtesy: Firstpost
Coimbatore Marathon Goes Digital Amid COVID-19; Scheduled in December
The eighth edition of the Coimbatore Marathon will be conducted virtually amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the organizers announced on September 13. Reportedly, the virtual marathon will be conducted from December 1-31 and the theme for the marathon will be 'Run Smart'. Organizers said that the participants can choose their date, start time, route, distance, and run/walk from wherever they are and complete their race any time… read-more
Tags: Coimbatore, Marathon, Virtual, Covid-19
Courtesy: Deccan Herald