British actress Gemma Arterton disagrees with the idea of a gender-swapped James Bond, deeming it “outrageous” and stating that the character’s legacy should be respected. Despite discussions surrounding potential changes to the franchise following Daniel Craig’s final film as Bond, Arterton, who played Strawberry Fields in a previous Bond movie, believes that creating strong female characters in new roles is more important than altering existing male characters like James Bond. Bond producer Barbara Broccoli has expressed openness to diverse casting choices, such as having a different race or identifying as non-binary, but has ruled out the idea of a female James Bond.
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Major Explosion Rocks Russian Oil Depot In Long-Range Ukrainian Strike
Ukraine's drones have reportedly struck an oil depot in Oryol, Russia, in an attempt to target Moscow's energy infrastructure, causing explosions according to local sources. The extent of the damage and casualties is currently unknown, with 11 drones reportedly downed in the region. This attack follows previous strikes by Ukraine on Russian energy targets, while Russia continues to launch aerial attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities, resulting in significant damage and shutdowns. Full Article
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