Screen legend Meryl Streep revealed on The Graham Norton Show in 2015 that she missed out on a major role in the 1976 King Kong remake due to her looks, as the director’s son thought she was “ugly.” Streep had been seen in a play and brought to meet the director, Dino De Laurentiis, but ultimately did not get the part. Despite this setback, Streep’s successful career has proven that talent and perseverance are more important than appearance in the entertainment industry.
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‘Acid rain’ is back – should we be worried?
A resurgence of acid rain concerns has arisen with the detection of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a persistent "forever chemical," in various environments, including rainfall, rivers, and even human urine. While the environmental impact of TFA remains uncertain, its increasing prevalence poses potential threats to ecosystems and human health, prompting calls for regulatory action. Want More Context? 🔎
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