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Los Angeles Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
A changing China, captured in 25 years of outtakes, emerges in the poetic ‘Caught by the Tides'
Dispatches from northern China, Jia Zhangke's movies constitute their own cinematic universe. Repeatedly returning to themes of globalization and alienation, the 55-year-old director has meticulously chronicled his country's uneasy plunge into the 21st century as rampant industrialization risks deadening those left behind. But his latest drama, 'Caught by the Tides,' which opens at the Frida Cinema today, presents a bold, reflexive remix of his preoccupations. Drawing from nearly 25 years of footage, including images from his most acclaimed films, Jiahas crafted a poignant new story with an assist from fragments of old tales. He has always been interested in how the weight of time bears down on his characters — now his actors age in front of our eyes. When 'Caught by the Tides' premiered at last year's Cannes Film Festival, critics leaned on a handy, if somewhat inaccurate, comparison to describe Jia's achievement: 'Boyhood,' which followed a young actor over the course of 12 years, a new segment of the picture shot annually. But Richard Linklater preplanned his magnum opus. Jia, on the other hand, approached his film more accidentally, using the pandemic lockdown as an excuse to revisit his own archives. 'It struck me that the footage had no linear, cause-and-effect pattern,' Jia explained in a director's statement. 'Instead, there was a more complex relationship, not unlike something from quantum physics, in which the direction of life is influenced and ultimately determined by variable factors that are hard to pinpoint.' The result is a story in three chapters, each one subtly building emotionally from the last. In the first, it is 2001, as Qiaoqiao (Zhao Tao) lives in Datong, where she dates Bin (Li Zhubin). Early on, Qiaoqiao gleefully sings with friends, but it will be the last time we hear her voice. It's a testament to Zhao's arresting performance that many viewers may not notice her silence. She's so present even without speaking, her alert eyes taking in everything, her understated reactions expressing plenty. Young and with her whole life ahead of her, Qiaoqiao longs to be a singer, but her future is short-circuited by Bin's text announcing that he's leaving to seek better financial opportunities elsewhere. He promises to send word once he's established himself, but we suspect she may never see this restless, callous schemer again. Not long after, Bin ghosts Qiaoqiao, prompting her to journey after him. 'Caught by the Tides' richly rewards viewers familiar with Jia's filmography with scenes and outtakes from his earlier movies. Zhao, who in real life married Jia more than a decade ago, has been a highlight of his movies starting with his 2000 breakthrough 'Platform,' and so when we see Qiaoqiao at the start of 'Caught by the Tides,' we're actually watching footage shot around that time. (Jia's 2002 drama 'Unknown Pleasures' starred Zhao as a budding singer named Qiaoqiao. Li also appeared in 'Unknown Pleasures,' as well as subsequent Jia pictures.) But the uninitiated shouldn't feel intimidated to begin their Jia immersion here. Those new to his work will easily discern the film's older footage, some of it captured on grainy DV cameras, while newer material boasts the elegant, widescreen compositions that have become his specialty. 'Caught by the Tides' serves as a handy primer on Jia's fascination with China's political, cultural and economic evolution, amplifying those dependable themes with the benefit of working across a larger canvas of a quarter century. Still, by the time Qiaoqiao traverses the Yangtze River nearby the Three Gorges Dam — a controversial construction project that imperiled local small towns and provided the backdrop for Jia's 2006 film 'Still Life' — the director's fans may feel a bittersweet sense of déjà vu. We have been here before, reminded of his earlier characters who similarly struggled to find love and purpose. The film's second chapter, which takes place during 2006, highlights Qiaoqiao's romantic despair and, separately, Bin's growing desperation to make a name for himself. (This isn't the first Jia drama in which characters dabble in criminal activity.) By the time we arrive at the finale, set during the age of COVID anxiety, their inevitable reunion results in a moving resolution, one that suggests the ebb and flow of desire but, also, the passage of time's inexorable erosion of individuals and nations. Indeed, it's not just Zhao and Li who look different by the end of 'Caught by the Tides' but Shanxi Province itself — now a place of modern supermarkets, sculpted walkways and robots. Unchecked technological advancement is no longer a distant threat to China but a clear and present danger, dispassionately gobbling up communities, jobs and Qiaoqiao's and Bin's dreams. When these two former lovers see each other again, a lifetime having passed on screen, they don't need words. In this beautiful summation work, Jia has said it all.
Ya Biladi
3 days ago
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Agadir hosts fourth edition of Marrakech counter-terrorism platform
The fourth edition of the high-level meeting of Heads of Counter-Terrorism and Security Agencies in Africa, known as the «Marrakech Platform», opened on Tuesday in Agadir. The event is co-chaired by the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT). Held over two days, the meeting brings together around forty African intelligence and security services, along with some thirty delegations from the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and Asia attending as observers. Representatives from regional United Nations institutions are also taking part in the high-level discussions. Taking place in a security context marked by the persistence and evolution of terrorist threats across the continent, this year's meeting builds on the momentum of previous editions held in Marrakech (2022), Tangier (2023), and Fez (2024). The strong interest shown by both African countries and international partners underscores the Platform's growing importance. The Marrakech Platform has firmly established itself as a key forum for exchanging expertise, strengthening regional cooperation, and identifying capacity-building priorities in the fight against terrorism in Africa.
CNBC
12-06-2025
- Business
- CNBC
High demand for more localized AI options, says ServiceNow CTO
Pat Casey, Co-Founder and CTO of ServiceNow, discusses the company's latest launch in Singapore, the ServiceNow Protected Platform. He dives deeper into how the Singapore's secure, regulatory-compliant sovereign AI platform is designed to accelerate AI innovation in the city state.
Associated Press
11-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
CentralReach's Market-Leading Autism and IDD Care Platform™ Wins Gold in 2025 Stevie Awards for American Business
Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CentralReach, a leading provider of Autism and IDD Care software for ABA, multidisciplinary, and special education, today announced it has been named a Gold winner in the 'Healthcare Technology Solution' category of the 23rd Annual American Business Awards® for its market-leading, end-to-end Autism and IDD Care Platform™. Building on the momentum of last year's Silver award in the same category, CentralReach has introduced several new additional features to its Platform. CentralReach rebranded and relaunched its special education data collection and IEP management software, CR LiftEd – a cornerstone in the company's special education program. The company also announced the launch of several AI solution integrations including CR ClaimCheckAI, CR NoteGuardAI, and CR ScheduleAI, all aimed at alleviating clinical administrative tasks to enhance the quality and consistency of care. Lastly, the company's acquisitions of Silas, a social and emotional learning and behavior solution, and Behavior Science Technology Inc. (BST), a research-backed platform designed to collect and track treatment fidelity for ABA therapy, expanded the Platform's capabilities into new territory. 'We've always believed that technology should be a force multiplier for providers across the autism and IDD care continuum,' said Chris Sullens, CEO of CentralReach. 'This recognition by the Stevie Awards validates the significant strides we've made over the past year, from embedding powerful AI tools into our platform to expanding our capabilities through strategic acquisitions, all with the singular goal of helping our customers deliver better outcomes for the individuals they serve.' The American Business Awards are the United States' premier business awards program for public and private, for-profit and nonprofit, large and small organizations. More than 3,600 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration this year, judged by more than 250 professionals worldwide. This year's winners were honored at a gala ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on June 10. Details about The American Business Awards and the full list of 2025 Stevie winners are available at To learn more about CentralReach's suite of solutions, visit: About CentralReach CentralReach is a leading provider of autism and IDD care software, providing a complete, end-to-end software and services platform that helps children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) - and those who serve them - unlock potential, achieve better outcomes, and live more independent lives. With its roots in Applied Behavior Analysis, the company is revolutionizing how the lifelong journey of autism and IDD care is enabled at home, school, and work with powerful and intuitive solutions purpose-built for each care setting. Trusted by more than 200,000 professionals globally, CentralReach is committed to ongoing product advancement, market-leading industry expertise, world-class client satisfaction, and support of the autism and IDD community to propel autism and IDD care into a new era of excellence. For more information, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. CentralReach [email protected]
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CentralReach's Market-Leading Autism and IDD Care Platform™ Wins Gold in 2025 Stevie Awards for American Business
CentralReach recognized by The American Business Awards® for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting its continued commitment to providing revolutionary healthcare technology Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CentralReach, a leading provider of Autism and IDD Care software for ABA, multidisciplinary, and special education, today announced it has been named a Gold winner in the 'Healthcare Technology Solution' category of the 23rd Annual American Business Awards® for its market-leading, end-to-end Autism and IDD Care Platform™. Building on the momentum of last year's Silver award in the same category, CentralReach has introduced several new additional features to its Platform. CentralReach rebranded and relaunched its special education data collection and IEP management software, CR LiftEd – a cornerstone in the company's special education program. The company also announced the launch of several AI solution integrations including CR ClaimCheckAI, CR NoteGuardAI, and CR ScheduleAI, all aimed at alleviating clinical administrative tasks to enhance the quality and consistency of care. Lastly, the company's acquisitions of Silas, a social and emotional learning and behavior solution, and Behavior Science Technology Inc. (BST), a research-backed platform designed to collect and track treatment fidelity for ABA therapy, expanded the Platform's capabilities into new territory. 'We've always believed that technology should be a force multiplier for providers across the autism and IDD care continuum,' said Chris Sullens, CEO of CentralReach. 'This recognition by the Stevie Awards validates the significant strides we've made over the past year, from embedding powerful AI tools into our platform to expanding our capabilities through strategic acquisitions, all with the singular goal of helping our customers deliver better outcomes for the individuals they serve.' The American Business Awards are the United States' premier business awards program for public and private, for-profit and nonprofit, large and small organizations. More than 3,600 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration this year, judged by more than 250 professionals worldwide. This year's winners were honored at a gala ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on June 10. Details about The American Business Awards and the full list of 2025 Stevie winners are available at To learn more about CentralReach's suite of solutions, visit: About CentralReach CentralReach is a leading provider of autism and IDD care software, providing a complete, end-to-end software and services platform that helps children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) - and those who serve them - unlock potential, achieve better outcomes, and live more independent lives. With its roots in Applied Behavior Analysis, the company is revolutionizing how the lifelong journey of autism and IDD care is enabled at home, school, and work with powerful and intuitive solutions purpose-built for each care setting. Trusted by more than 200,000 professionals globally, CentralReach is committed to ongoing product advancement, market-leading industry expertise, world-class client satisfaction, and support of the autism and IDD community to propel autism and IDD care into a new era of excellence. For more information, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. CONTACT: CentralReach pr@
