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Wanjiru Waweru, Jadetimes Contributor

W. Waweru is a Jadetimes News Reporter covering Politics News

 
Kamala Harris Concentrated on the “Blue Wall” States to Show Her Power in Her Endorsement
Image Source: Chip Somodevilla

Wilmington, Delaware – Vice President Kamala Harris has a following occasion in arranged Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin as her campaign concentrates on the “blue wall” states combining the upcoming November 5 election.


On Tuesday, September 17, Harris would participate in the National Association of Black Journalists for an interview in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and, then the following two days (September 19), she would collaborate with Oprah Winfrey in Detroit, Michigan at the “Unite for America” on the livestream occasion with 140 companies. Harris travel to Wisconsin on Friday would be her fourth since she established her White House rush in July.


According to AP, “Harris’ campaign has a large operation in the states with hundreds of staff and on-the-ground outreach efforts. Supporters in Wisconsin have knocked on more than 500,000 doors and that since last week’s debate with Trump, the campaign has signed up more than 3,000 new volunteers.”


Substantially, Harris’ team is on the step to overpaying Republican Donald Trump’s struggled 2-to-1 in television advertising in the next couple of months. Even before the Democratic Joe Biden completed his reelection campaign and developed a way for Harris, the Democrats' superior campaign network on the battlefield.


Kamala Harris Concentrated on the “Blue Wall” States to Show Her Power in Her Endorsement
Image Source: Jacquelyn Martin

Harris’ team, which involves her campaign, and an associated majority political action movement, has over $280 million in television, and radio broadcasts between Tuesday and Election Day, based on the media tracking firm AdImpact. Trump’s team earned $133 million and received the final result, which is the number predicted to increase.


Wanjiru Waweru, Jadetimes Staff

W. Waweru is a Jadetimes news reporter covering Entertainment News

 
Dua Lipa Made an Announcement for the 2025 Tour
Image Source: Tyrone Lebon

Dua Lipa is traveling Radical Optimism for the road trip. Her tour starts in Singapore in November, and goes into December, respectfully.  The following break, Dua Lipa will start progressing in Australia in March 2025. She will continue the European leg in May and alongside the North American leg in September, and October 2024. Review the tour dates.


In June 2024, Lipa made a headline in Glastonbury and several other festivals including Mad Cool and NOS Alive. Lipa will perform a special event at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England on October 17 before her tour.


Dua Lipa Made an Announcement for the 2025 Tour
Image Source: Tyrone Lebon

List of The Radical Optimum Tour Dates 


10-05 Austin, TX - Austin City Limits

10-12 Austin, TX - Austin City Limits

10-17 London, England - Royal Albert Hall

11-05 Kallang, Singapore - Singapore Indoor Stadium

11-06 Kallang, Singapore - Singapore Indoor Stadium

11-09 Jakarta, Indonesia - Indonesia Arena

11-13 Manila, Philippines - Philippine Arena

11-16 Tokyo, Japan - Saitama Super Arena

11-17 Tokyo, Japan - Saitama Super Arena

11-20 Taipei, Taiwan - Rakuten Taoyuan Baseball Stadium

11-23 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Axiata Arena

11-24 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Axiata Arena

11-27 Bangkok, Thailand - Impact Arena

11-30 Mumbai, India - Zomato Feeding India Concert

12-04 Seoul, South Korea - Gocheok Sky Dome

12-05 Seoul, South Korea - Gocheok Sky Dome

03-20 Melbourne, Australia - Rod Laver Arena

03-26 Sydney, Australia - Qudos Bank Arena

04-02 Auckland, New Zealand - Spark Arena

05-11 Madrid, Spain - Wizink Center

05-12 Madrid, Spain - Wizink Center

05-15 Lyon, France - IDLC Arena

05-16 Lyon, France - IDLC Arena

05-19 Hamburg, Germany - Barclays Arena

05-20 Hamburg, Germany - Barclays Arena

05-23 Paris, France - La Défense Arena

05-27 Prague, Czech Republic - O2 Arena

05-28 Prague, Czech Republic - O2 Arena

05-31 Munich, Germany - Olympiahalle

06-01 Munich, Germany - Olympiahalle

06-03 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Ziggo Dome

06-04 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Ziggo Dome

06-07 Milan, Italy - Hippodrome San Siro

06-11 Antwerp, Belgium - Sportpaleis

06-13 Antwerp, Belgium - Sportpaleis

06-20 London, England - Wembley Stadium

06-21 London, England - Wembley Stadium

06-24 Liverpool, England - Anfield

06-27 Dublin, Ireland - Aviva Stadium

09-01 Toronto, Ontario - Scotiabank Arena

09-02 Toronto, Ontario - Scotiabank Arena

09-05 Chicago, IL - United Center

09-06 Chicago, IL - United Center

09-09 Boston, MA - TD Garden

09-10 Boston, MA - TD Garden

09-13 Atlanta, GA - State Farm Arena

09-14 Atlanta, GA - State Farm Arena

09-17 New York, NY - Madison Square Garden

09-18 New York, NY - Madison Square Garden

09-26 Miami, FL - Kaseya Center

09-27 Miami, FL - Kaseya Center

09-30 Dallas, TX - American Airlines Center

10-01 Dallas, TX - American Airlines Center

10-04 Inglewood, CA - Kia Forum

10-05 Inglewood, CA - Kia Forum

10-11 San Francisco, CA - Chase Center

10-12 San Francisco, CA - Chase Center

10-15 Seattle, WA - Climate Pledge Arena

10-16 Seattle, WA - Climate Pledge Arena


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I. Kalupahana is a Jadetimes news reporter covering Entertainment

 
Pippi Longstocking, The Story Behind the Iconic Character
Image Source : Roine Karlsson

Creation and Popularity


Since her debut in Sweden in 1945, Pippi Longstocking has captured the hearts of millions of children throughout the world. The creation of Astrid Lindgren, Pippi is a nine year old girl who does not follow any rules set by society but is full of life and adventure. Pippi's adventures started in the post WWII world, and since then, she has become an immortal cultural icon. It became so popular that scores of movies and television series were being made with Pippi as the leading character, the first one in 1969, a Swedish TV series called "Pippi Langstrump", later translated into many languages. The charm and resilience of this character have made her a notable literary export from Scandinavia, Astrid Lindgren is celebrated in Sweden and even finds her face on the 20 krona banknote.


The Origins of Pippi Longstocking


As charming as the character herself is, the origin story of Pippi Longstocking is. At the request of her daughter Karin, who was ill at the time, Astrid Lindgren created Pippi. She made up Pippi as a character that should differ from all the ordinary characters. The manuscript was initially rejected by Sweden's largest book publisher on the grounds that it was too controversial, but with a rewrite the work was taken up by the publishing house Raben and Sjogren after it entered their writing competition. Instantly successful, it spawned a popular series based on real life characters and Lindgren's observations of a boisterous young girl with attitudes similar to Pippi's. The outstanding features of the character like the red hair and freckles were suggested by Karin's friends and Lindegren herself having watched a young girl in Furusund.


Pippi Longstocking, The Story Behind the Iconic Character
Image Source : Paul

Impact on Gender Roles


Pippi Longstocking has grown to become a real force in the determination and shaping of gender roles and societal norms. Her character dares convention through her bold, disruptive actions and further through her inability and refusal to follow rules set forth by society. The things that Pippi does from the jolliest disregard for authority to humorously redefining standards of beauty have cemented her as a timeless icon of empowerment. Her friends Tommy and Annika add depth to her adventures. Tommy's loyalty and adventurousness complement Pippi's nature of being a daredevil, while Annika's well behaved contrasts serve to point out Pippi's oddity. In this trio, children have been able to take part in different outlooks concerning behavior and conformance. Pippi continues to be a strong helper of equality among genders, allowing children to be themselves. Her anti authoritarian theme has been censored in many of the conservative societies.


The Relevance of Pippi Longstocking Today


Pippi Longstocking's relevance in today's society is very strong. Though her impact may have grown with the generation, she still continues to inspire kids in questioning norms and exploring more of themselves. Adaptations of her story into films and TV series brought Pippi before the viewer of every new generation, along with her adventurous spirit. Her character, combined with her friends Tommy and Annika, models fun and courage that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and acceptance of individuality in children. This story is a timely reminder that the world needs characters to break its discourses and push children toward self confidence. As the world progresses, the continuous appeal of Pippi Longstocking and her friends will remain charming and an inspiration to readers worldwide.


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