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    The Tribeca Festival NYC-2025

    The Tribeca Festival NYC-2025

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    Some Video Footage Provided by Tribeca Film Festival copyright 2025

     Just Sing, (UK) – World Premiere. On the cusp of graduation, the members of USC’s celebrated SoCal VoCals have one more challenge to conquer before adulthood:

    The International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella in New York City. Directed by Abraham Troen, Angelique Molina. Produced by Sarah Thomson, John Battsek.

    After the Movie: A special performance by the SoCal VoCals. To learn more about Just Sing click here.

    Pavilhão  Short Documentary from Brazil: premiere of the  latest short documentary feature at Tribeca this year – “Pavilhão”, written and directed by Victoria Fiore. Here is a brief synopsis: “Set in Rio de Janeiro, Aleksia wanders on a journey through time, unveiling the origins of samba and its emergence from resilience, joy, spirituality and resistance of her Afro-Brazilian community“.  To learn more about Pavilhao, click here .

    Tribeca X:  We had a pleasure of covering, Tribeca X, the Tribeca Festival’s flagship program for brand-driven storytelling, today announced its speaker lineup and official selections for the Tribeca X Awards.

    Which took place on June 9–10 at Spring Studios, the event convenes top talent from Hollywood, advertising, and business for two days of high-impact conversations and networking at the intersection of creativity, commerce, and culture.

    The program continues to solidify its position as the premier destination for C-suite executives, CMOs, and marketers looking to shape the future of storytelling and brand engagement. The 2025 Tribeca Festival is presented by OKX.

    This year’s lineup showcases how entertainment powerhouses and influential brands are redefining storytelling by blending Hollywood craft with marketing strategy:

    Some of the speakers included at the two-day Conference: Paris Hilton, Co-founder and CEO of 11:11 Media, and company President & COO Bruce Gersh unpack creator-led storytelling, community building, and the evolving landscape of modern brand engagement.

    Steve Zahn and Rick Gomez, co-Founders of Macaroni Art Productions, and Chef Ouita Michel, all based in Lexington, Kentucky, speak about the incomparable production experience in Lexington and the episodic series YOU BELONG HERE.

    Kenneth Cole, fashion icon and founder of the Mental Health Coalition, reflects on four decades of using fashion as a platform for storytelling, activism, and social impact.

    A Man with Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole (Kenneth Cole) With heart & ’sole’ and unflinching determination, global fashion icon and activist Kenneth Cole has put ‘cause’ before ‘commerce’ for 40 years, using his brand to ignite social awareness and change, to give voice to the voiceless, to defy and shatter stigmas and to inspire and empower action for good. Director: Dori Berinstein.

    Haider Rafique, CMO of OKX, and actor Chazz Palminteri present Mild Mild West, a first-of-its-kind Western that fuses crypto and cinema in a groundbreaking cross-industry collaboration.

    Ynon Kreiz, Mattel CEO, on scaling legacy through culturally relevant brand storytelling. To learn more about Tribeca X, Click here.

    This year’s jury brings together a prolific collection of creative forces—from international stars and Oscar winners to cult icons and comedy trail blazers. Notable names include Jennifer Beals, Matthew Broderick, Ilana Glazer, Art Linson, Kyle MacLachlan, Mira Sorvino, alongside other visionaries tasked with discovering tomorrow’s breakthrough talents.

    In addition, the Nora Ephron Award will honor an exceptional female filmmaker who represents the spirit and vision of the legendary filmmaker and writer.

    “We’re proud to welcome an eclectic group of jurors to this year’s Tribeca Festival,” said Nancy Lefkowitz, EVP at Tribeca Enterprises. “Their breadth of expertise across genres will be instrumental in recognizing standout storytellers and honoring bold new voices from around the world.”

    More than 30 industry luminaries were selected to honor feature-length and short film categories, composed of narrative and documentary films. Additional juries have also been established to honor the best work in Tribeca’s games, as well as submissions in the audio storytelling category. The winning films, projects, filmmakers, storytellers, and actors in each category will be announced at the Tribeca Festival ceremony on June 12.

    ABOUT THE TRIBECA FESTIVAL: The Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, brings artists and diverse audiences together to celebrate storytelling in all its forms, including film, TV, music, audio storytelling, games, and immersive. With strong roots in independent film, Tribeca is synonymous with creative expression and entertainment. Tribeca champions emerging and established voices, discovers award-winning talent, curates innovative experiences, and introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres, exhibitions, conversations, and live performances.

    The Festival was founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 to spur the economic and cultural revitalization of lower Manhattan following the attacks on the World Trade Center. The annual Tribeca Festival will celebrate its 24th year from June 4–15, 2025 in New York City.

    In 2019, James Murdoch’s Lupa Systems bought a majority stake in Tribeca Enterprises, bringing together Rosenthal, De Niro, and Murdoch to grow the enterprise.

    People and mass media in attendance from all over the world came to be part of the 24th Annual Tribeca film festival, I myself covered the original Tribeca film festival which took place at the Conrad hotel, 24 years ago.

    Since then the Tribeca film festival has grown as one of the largest film festivals in the World. We had the pleasure of covering as much as possible as so much was happening and one cannot possibly cover everything.

    As you can see some of the films, Conferences, Opening nights, Short films and so much more. See more about Tribeca film Festival in our World Liberty TV, Film Channels by clicking here.

    The 2025 Tribeca Festival NYC-2025

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    BY: Liliana Rocio, Senior Editor for World Liberty TV The 2025 Tribeca Festival kicked off with the world premiere of the highly anticipated HBO documentary Billy Joel: And So it Goes, an expansive and deeply personal portrait of the life and music of New York City icon Billy...
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    5th Annual Sustainability Week NY Conference by Economist -2025

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    By: Steve Webner Staff Writer for World Liberty TV Industries are under pressure to innovate and cut emissions. How can businesses capitalize on energy innovation and environmental opportunities to fuel growth and drive profits? The sixth edition of Sustainability Week US, incorporating the Energy Transition Summit, will explore how...
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    ICE Protest’s at 26 Federal Plaza NYC-2025

    ICE Protest’s at 26 Federal Plaza NYC-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain, Chief  Editor. 26 Federal Plaza NYC 10007, June 9th 2025

    A large anti-ICE protest took place in New York City on June 9, 2025, with a focus on 26 Federal Plaza, which houses both federal immigration offices and one of the city’s three immigration courts.

    The protest was concentrated around 26 Federal Plaza and Foley Square in Lower Manhattan.

    Demonstrators protested against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown and increased ICE enforcement actions, including the detention of migrants attending court hearings.

    Protesters gathered for rallies, speeches, and marches through the streets. Chants like “Abolish ICE” and “ICE out of NYC” were heard. Some people carried signs and flags, including Mexican and Palestinian flags.

    Seven individuals were arrested during an “ICE out of NYC” demonstration held near 26 Federal Plaza on the evening of June 9 2025.

    Trump Tower Protest: Earlier in the day on June 9, a separate protest involving about two dozen people took place in the lobby of Trump Tower, leading to around 24 arrests.

    The protests in New York City were part of a wider series of demonstrations across the U.S. in response to concerns about immigration enforcement, including actions that led to protests and curfews in Los Angeles.

    ICE has spent the past three weeks staking out immigration courthouses, arresting people attending regular court hearings — often in their attempt to apply for asylum — in the hallways, lobbies and even bathrooms of the court buildings.

    It has been the epicenter of ICE activity of the past few weeks, and the street outside has been a locus for demonstrations in recent days.

    Tuesday’s protest was the largest yet, with several hundred people gathering on either side of Duane Street, which is closed off to all but federal vehicles.

    The demonstrators were met with dozens of NYPD officers from the Strategic Response Group on either side of the roadway.

    As demonstrators tried to block the entrance to the street, NYPD officers forced their way into the crowd and pushed protesters onto adjacent sidewalks, making several aggressive arrests.

    See more about ICE protest took place in New York City, in our World Liberty TV, Political Channels, and blogs by clicking here.

     

    ICE protest took place in New York City on June 9, 2025

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    BY: Liliana R Suarez, Senior Editor. 26 Federal Plaza NYC 10007, June 9th 2025 A large anti-ICE protest took place in New York City on June 9, 2025, with a focus on 26 Federal Plaza, which houses both federal immigration offices and one of the city's three immigration...
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    New York City Council Pride LGBTQIA+ at New York City Hall Event-2025

    New York City Council Pride LGBTQIA+ at New York City Hall Event-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain, Chief Editor. New York City Council Chambers City Hall NYC 10007, June 9th 2025

    The New York City Council LGBTQIA+ Caucus members, Co-Chair Erik Bottcher , Co-Chair Tiffany Caban, David Carr, Crystal Hudson, Chi Osse,Lynn Schulman and Council members, Farrah N. louis and Dr. Nantasha Williams and the members of New York City Council.

    Welcomed you to PRIDE at New York City Hall , which included a live performance by Lorna Luft. Honoree’s included: Papi Juice BK, Tom Viola, Abby Chava Stein, New York Transgender Advocacy group and Lorna Luft.

    Opening remarks were by Adrienne Adams, New York City Council speaker and Mayoral Candidate, who went on to say The City Chamber is the House of all people and everyone is welcome including all LGBTQIA+. We love you all and welcome you and thank each and every one of you in attendance.

    Special remarks were made by New York City Council member, Lynn Schulman, LGTBQIA+ Caucus member.

    Erik Bottcher Council member and open Gay politician, Presented a Proclamation to Tom Viola former executive director Broadway Cares Equity Fights Aids. Council member Bottcher went on to say, that under the leadership of Mr. Viola, Broadway, raised millions of dollars for aids related causes.

    We want to thank him for what he did, for our community. Mr Viola thanked Council member Bottcher and went on to say, he came to New York 50 years ago, to be Gay and that he will not live anywhere else but New York.

    Abby Chava Stein is an Israeli-American transgender author, rabbi, activist, blogger, model, and speaker. She is the first openly transgender woman raised in a Hasidic community, and is a direct descendant of Hasidic Judais.

    She was presented a proclamation by City Council member Tiffany Caban. Stein thanked her for the proclamation and went on to say, we want peace and love in Gaza between Palestine and Israel.

    Kiara St James (She/Her/Goddess) Founder & Co-Executive Director of New York Transgender Advocacy group:

    The New York Transgender Advocacy Group is a Trans-led organization. Our mission is to advocate for more inclusive gender-based policies that benefit Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming/Non-Binary (TGNCNB) individuals through building community leaders, educating practitioners, and influencing policy makers.

    Our vision is to create an equitable society for TGNCNB people. To achieve this, we work with stakeholders around New York to train and empower the TGNCNB community to become active leaders in shaping the world around them.

    Kiara St James was presented a Proclamation by New York City Council Member Crystal Hudson, for her work she does for TGNCNB people.

    Live performances were by Martha Graham Dance company, which is an 100 years old dance school.

    The Martha Graham Dance Company has performed at the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, the Paris Opera House, Covent Garden, and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, as well as at the base of the Great Pyramids in Egypt and in the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus theatre on the Acropolis in Athens.

    This was a wonderful performance by the dancers of Martha Graham Dance company at the city hall chambers.

    Lorna Luft was the honored guest and performer. Lorna Luft is an American actress and singer. She is the daughter of Judy Garland and Sidney Luft, the sister of Joey Luft and the half-sister of Liza Minnelli.

    Born to legendary entertainer Judy Garland and producer Sid Luft, Lorna Luft made her performing debut singing on “The Judy Garland Show.” Since then, she has had dozens of starring and guest-starring roles on film and television, ranging from Grease 2 and Where the Boys Are ’84 to the series “Murder She Wrote”

    Ms. Luft sang classic Frank Sinatra’s song NY NY, had the people standing on their feet and clapping so hard their hands were rosy red.

    Ms. Luft Sang very with wonderful voice and had great hand and dance moves for a 72 years old performer, which I really enjoyed listening to her.

    Council member Erik Bottcher presented Ms. Luft with a proclamation for her service throughout the years.

    About New York City Council:  The New York City Council is the city’s legislative body, responsible for enacting laws, approving the city’s budget, overseeing city agencies, and making land use decisions. It’s an equal partner with the Mayor in governing the city. Services councils must provide:

    Being a representative decision-maker for their community, Providing services and facilities in a fair and sustainable way.

    Representing their community to other tiers of government and Planning at the local level for the development and future needs of the area.

    See more about New York City Council Pride at New York City Hall Event-2025, in our World Liberty TV, Political Channels, Blogs and Who is Who? of the Political world by clicking here.

     

     

     

    New York City Council Pride at New York City Hall Event-2025

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    BY: Liliana R Suarez, Senior Editor. New York City Council Chambers City Hall NYC 10007, June 9th 2025 The New York City Council LGBTQIA+ Caucus members, Co-Chair Erik Bottcher , Co-Chair Tiffany Caban, David Carr, Crystal Hudson, Chi Osse,Lynn Schulman and Council members, Farrah N. louis and Dr....
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    68th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade NYC-2025

    68th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade NYC-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain, Chief Editor,  Ntl  Puerto-Rican Day Parade , 44st ,5th Ave NY, June 8th  2025.

    Event organizers are expecting about a million people to line up along Fifth Avenue in Midtown on Sunday to watch the parade’s floats and performances.

    The 2025 parade theme, Plantando Bandera (Planting Roots), recognizes how Puerto Rican communities across the diaspora have established deep roots and positively contributed to their communities, locally, nationally and globally.

    The celebration recognizes the municipality of Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico and the Puerto Rican community of Atlanta, Georgia.

    “We are pleased to recognize the communities of Aguas Buenas and Atlanta, and we anticipate highlighting them in our 2025 festivities,” stated NPRDP Board Chair Lillian Rodríguez Lopez.

    “These communities exemplify our 2025 theme, Plantando Bandera, as each has uniquely and positively impacted and contributed to society while enriching the cultural identity of our people.”

    This year’s parade will also pay tribute to the beloved Puerto Rican Christmas tradition, La Parranda. Tribute to Puerto Rican Urban and Contemporary Art.

    The 2025 celebration will pay tribute to the long legacy of Puerto Rican artists in urban and contemporary art.

    The parade’s television broadcast will include a featured piece starring Graffiti legend Lee Quiñones and art historian, Dr. Yasmin Ramirez, as they reflect on the groundbreaking role Puerto Ricans played in shaping New York’s street art movement.

    The piece traces the roots of Puerto Rican contemporary art from the mid-20th century works by Rafel Tufiño and Lorenzo Homar, to the graffiti and contemporary art movements that showcased Nuyorican voices like Quiñones, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and many others.

    Meet the 2025 honorees included: Six-time Grammy winner, Olga Tañón, honored as queen of the 2025 Parade celebration.

    Acclaimed film and television actor, Luis Guzmán  joined  Tañón in leading the parade procession as the parade’s king.

    Golden Globe Award-winning actress, Gina Rodríguez, will be honored as this year’s Madrina (Godmother).

    Honored as Padrino (Godfather) of this year’s Parade is Grammy and Latin Grammy-winning artist, Elvis Crespo.

    Unified Featherweight World Champion, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano, is the first-ever Puerto Rican undisputed world champion and the most decorated fighter in women’s boxing history, and she is recognized by Guinness World Records for the most boxing world championships won by a female in different weight classes.

    NPRDP Scholarship Recipients: For the eighth consecutive year, the NPRDP is awarding 100 scholarships valued at $2,000 each, for a total of $200,000, to exceptional students of Puerto Rican descent that are making a difference in their communities and will be enrolled in a college or university in the coming school year.

    This year’s recipients represent 24 states and Puerto Rico, with 36% of recipients being from Puerto Rico. Selected recipients represent 76 colleges/universities, including a mix of public and private schools, including the CUNY, SUNY, and UPR systems, as well as Ivy League institutions like Cornell, Yale, and Columbia.

    The 2025 class of scholarship recipients were notified by June 1, and a list of winners will be posted on the NPRDP website. Since 2014, the NPRDP has awarded over $1.8 million in scholarships.

    It was a well-attended parade, political leaders in attendance and marching in the Parade: New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, New York Senior Senator Chuck Schumer, New York City Public Advocate, jumaane Williams, New York City Council Speaker, adrienne adams, Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, running for New York City Mayor and many more political leaders from New York City and Puerto Rico.

    See More in our World Liberty TV, Political Channels, Blogs and Who is Who? of the Latin Community, by Clicking here.

     

    35th Annual CIELO GALA – 2025

    35th Annual CIELO GALA – 2025

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    The Latino Commission on AIDS Cielo Gala, took place on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the elegant Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.

    Marking the organization’s 35th anniversary, the Gala continues its tradition under the theme Designing a World without AIDS, honoring trailblazers in the fight against HIV and AIDS while raising vital funds to support the Commission’s advocacy and community-based programs.

    Acclaimed actors and comedians Dominic Colón and Jenni Ruiz, bringing a blend of warmth and humor to an inspiring evening, hosted this milestone event.

    Guests enjoyed a dynamic program featuring live entertainment by the Grammy Award-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra and a fashion presentation spotlighting designers Cindy Castro and Adrian Alicea.

    The Commission also presented the Ilka Award, named in memory of Dominican actor and activist Ilka Tanya Payán, who courageously battled AIDS and passed away in 1996.

    This year’s honoree is Daphne Rubin-Vega, the celebrated actor and advocate, recognized for her unwavering commitment to raising awareness and breaking stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS since her breakout role as “Mimi” in the original Rent.

    “The Cielo Gala is not only a celebration of resilience and progress, but a call to action,” said Guillermo Chacón, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS.

    “As we celebrate 35 years of community service, we reflect on how far we’ve come and recommit to the work ahead—especially in the Hispanic/Latino community, where new HIV infections remain disproportionately high and services are threatened by several challenges.”

    This year’s Cielo Awards will honor outstanding leaders and organizations making a difference:

    Esperanza Award – Dr. Laura Cheever, former Associate Administrator, HIV/AIDS Bureau, HRSA, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, for her groundbreaking work in HIV treatment and care.

    Compañero Award – Hispanic Federation, for its enduring partnership and leadership in improving the quality of life for Latino communities affected by HIV/AIDS.

    Business Leadership Award – Michael Dowling, CEO of Northwell Health, for his corporate leadership and advocacy in health equity.

    Dennis de León Voz de Compromiso Award – Francisco Ruiz, former Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy, for his unwavering commitment to HIV education, leadership development and public service.

    In addition to dynamic entertainment, the evening included cocktails, dinner, and a silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the Commission’s work in prevention, education, healthcare access, and health policy advocacy.

    The Cielo Gala also continues to highlight the Commission’s partnership with the Hispanic Health Network, reinforcing efforts to expand access to care and address health disparities within Latino communities nationwide.

    About Latino Commission on AIDS: The Latino Commission on AIDS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating the HIV and AIDS epidemic in Hispanic/Latino communities through education, prevention, and advocacy.

    Established in 1990, the organization has worked tirelessly to address the health inequities that disproportionately affect Hispanic/Latinos and to elevate the voices of those affected by HIV and AIDS.

    The Commission provides health education; advocacy, HIV prevention, capacity building, and health behavioral research that lead to community-based initiatives that aims to reduce the spread of HIV and improve the quality of life for those living with the virus.

    For more information about Latino Commission on AIDS and its many programs click here.

    Cielo Gala in Celebration of 35th Anniversary 2025, was well attended by a little over 300 people in attendance, supporting this wonderful cause. It was World Liberty TV’s 15th Appearance covering and showcasing the Celia gala to our audience, see exclusive interview with Guillermo Chacón, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS, by clicking here.

    See much more in our World Liberty TV, Latin Channels, Blogs and who is Who? of the Latin Community by Clicking here.

    Interview with Dr. Mehmet Oz From The Dr. Oz Show

    Interview with Dr. Mehmet Oz From The Dr. Oz Show

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    Dr. Oz is a celebrity heart surgeon who gained fame as a regular on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show’ before starring in ‘The Dr. Oz Show.’ Dr. Oz is a renowned heart surgeon who has brought complementary medicine into the mainstream as a television personality, radio host and author. His first TV show, Second Opinion with Dr. Oz, lasted just one season, but regular gigs on Oprah Winfrey’s show cemented his celebrity doctor status. Oz now hosts his own health-centric TV series, The Dr. Oz Show.

    In 1994, Oz established the Cardiovascular Institute and Integrative Medicine Program at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Media exposure followed, and with his wife, he co-authored the book Healing from the Heart: A Leading Surgeon Combines Eastern and Western Traditions to Create the Medicine of the Future, which was released in 1998.

    After Oz landed Winfrey as a guest on his show, a warm working relationship developed. The talk show queen invited the surgeon to make regular appearances on her TV series, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and her radio program, Oprah & Friends. Anointed “America’s doctor” by Winfrey, Oz embraced his celebrity status with guest spots on a number of news programs and talk shows. He also began publishing the bestselling YOU book series and penning columns for Esquire and other media outlets.

    Oz’s popularity rose to such heights that Winfrey offered to co-produce a TV series for him. The Dr. Oz Show debuted in 2009 to the highest daytime TV ratings on record in nine years and went on to win numerous Emmy Awards.

    In addition to hosting the TV show, Oz continues to serve as vice-chairman and professor of surgery at the Columbia University College of Physicians and  Surgeons. He also branched out into a new form of media in 2014 with the launch of a lifestyle magazine, The Good Life.

    Married since 1985, the couple has collaborated on numerous projects, including the bestselling YOU book series. They have four children, with their oldest daughter, Daphne, following in her father’s footsteps as a TV host and author.

    See more interviews of World Renowned people in our World Liberty TV, Channels and blogs by clicking here.

     

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