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Social media was indeed bombarded with the cast of Harry Potter declaring their support for the trans community and spreading the same kindness that Grint speaks of, starting with Daniel Radcliffe, the series’ leading man. Other actors associated with the Harry Potter universe follow, including Evanna Lynch who plays Luna Lovegood in the OG Harry Potter series, Eddie Redmayne who plays the lead in the spinoff movie series Fantastic Beasts and Where To find Them, and Noma Dumezweni who played the adult version of Hermione on Broadway. Emma Watson, the OG Hermione, also spoke out early, making Rupert Grint the last of the Golden Trio to speak out on this topic and attempt to maintain the positivity surrounding the Harry Potter universe.

Harry Potter has been entertaining the public for decades, starting with J.K. Rowling’s beloved series of novels. The property got even more popular when the film franchise arrived, making instant stars out of its young cast. This includes Rupert Grint, who played Ron Weasley in all eight of the movies. And while Grint has gone on to more adult roles, he recently revealed why it was a bit suffocating playing Harry Potter’s best friend.

“It just never ended.”

FARMINGTON — The San Juan College Planetarium’s monthly AstroFriday series continues March 12 with virtual presentations of the program “The Astronomy of Harry Potter” at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m.

The show focuses on astronomical objects featured in the “Harry Potter” series of books by J.K. Rowling, and movie franchise starring Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Many of the names of characters in the series have astrological origins, and the program will help viewers learn their location in the sky.

The program will be presented in a Zoom format. Planetarium director David Mayeux will sign into the meeting at 6:15 p.m., then participants will be invited to sign into the Zoom URL to enjoy the show.

To join the Zoom meeting, you must have the Zoom app downloaded and installed on your device or computer. Copy and paste or type the URL https://sanjuancollege-edu.zoom.us/j/93960693351 into your browser for the show you wish to “attend.” After logging into the meeting, participants will be placed in a waiting room, then allowed to join the presentation before the starting time.

As a young police officer in the early 1980s, Jane Monckton-Smith experienced her first domestic-violence case. A young woman had been smashed over the head with a hammer. Her partner, the assailant, had fled. Although bleeding, she refused to go to hospital. The question “Why” led Monckton-Smith to a lifetime study of “intimate partner homicide”.

Pivotal to her findings is the possibly ground-breaking theory she calls The Homicide Timeline. Consisting of eight phases, it completely debunks the notion of the crime of passion. Rather than being spontaneous, domestic homicide slowly builds to murder. Too often society supports the crime-of-passion narrative and the murderers see themselves as victims, a veiled plea for solidarity – as in, Vincent, one of her chilling case studies. Grim, but clearly and compellingly argued. SC

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Desmond O’Grady is an expatriate Australian writer whose connection with Italy goes back almost 70 years, and he has lived and worked in Rome since 1962. He has also written extensively about Italy, more specifically about Tuscany, and most specifically of all about Dante Alighieri and The Divine Comedy.

By Raja Razek and Dakin Andone, CNN

Updated 5:13 PM ET, Sun April 11, 2021

WYANDANCH, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) — A customer was shot and killed at a convenience store in Wyandanch overnight, police said Saturday.

The Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad is investigating.

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According to police, Darnell Snell was shot by another man inside Wyandanch Convenience Store on Merritt Avenue around 12:45 a.m.

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The suspect fled the store on foot, according to police.

Snell, 38, is from Brentwood. He was pronounced dead at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, police said.

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Anyone with information is asked to call Suffolk County Police at 631-852-6394 or anonymously at 1-800-220-TIPS (8477).

• HBO Max is reportedly creating a series set in the “Harry Potter” universe. 
• But people online aren’t happy with the decision, which could make author J.K. Rowling richer. 
• One Twitter user said, “if jk rowling is part of it i’m not watching it.”
• Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories.

HBO Max
is reportedly developing a live-action TV series based on the “Harry Potter” novels, but people on social media aren’t happy with the move as it could potentially give more royalties to author J.K. Rowling.

In recent months, Rowling has come under fire for her controversial opinions about trans people.

Because of her transphobic comments and actions, many users voiced their anger over the potential new spin-off, with many saying Rowling shouldn’t be on the receiving end of any further “Harry Potter”-related royalties. 

—Barra | BLM (@ThatBmanGuy) January 25, 2021

—sara clements @ #sundance (@mildredsfierce) January 25, 2021

—Elle M. (they/them) (@ellle_em) January 25, 2021

—?????☆ (@Neptune_Leo22) January 25, 2021

—steph ? (@queermurphys) January 25, 2021

Several users pointed out that the news about the new “Harry Potter” series came after President Joe Biden ended a Trump-era ban on transgender people serving in the military on Monday. 

—Solar ???? ?????? (@AKAKorra) January 25, 2021

—AceofAustin (@AustinAceof) January 25, 2021

Overall, though, users were upset at the idea of Rowling making more money off the series — despite the fact that she likely is continuing to receive royalties from existing “Harry Potter”-related movies, parks, and merchandise. 

—Chris Evangelista (@cevangelista413) January 25, 2021

—georgia | eat ur greens ✌️? (@msblakeshoe) January 25, 2021

—Oh! Verisimilitude! (@MagsVisaggs) January 25, 2021

—⚖️Imani Gandy ⚖️ (@AngryBlackLady) January 25, 2021

—mya (@DUNENATION) January 25, 2021

This is hardly the first time Rowling has been lambasted on social media. 

In June, Rowling caused an outcry after she posted a tweet implying that women are the only ones who menstruate.

Numerous users called out the post for being transphobic, pointing out that trans men can menstruate, as can gender non-conforming and non-binary people.

They also pointed out that it erased the lived experiences of women who don’t menstruate, which can be the result of things like menopause or health conditions like endometriosis.

Rowling’s tweet also garnered criticism from celebrities like Jameela Jamil, Jonathan Van Ness, and numerous stars of the “Harry Potter” films. 

Following the backlash, Rowling issued a lengthy response to the controversy, explaining where she was coming from and asking for “empathy.”

According to Rowling, her desire to speak on trans issues came in part from her experience with domestic abuse and sexual assault. 

• Read more:
• JK Rowling promoted a store selling anti-trans merch saying ‘transwomen are men’ and ‘f— your pronouns’
• J.K. Rowling penned a statement explaining her ‘reasons for speaking out on sex and gender issues’ and asking for empathy
• ‘Harry Potter’ stars are calling out J.K. Rowling for problematic comments about the transgender community
• J.K. Rowling may have created a fictional world where anything was possible, but her reality is a lot less magical