Cypriot Actress Marina Makri Joins Shooting Stars 2025 As A Rising Star Of European Cinema

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 13, 2024

Marina Makri, a distinguished Cypriot actress, has been selected as one of Europe’s most promising talents for 2025. Chosen by an international jury from the European Film Promotion (EFP) network, she will represent Cyprus in the prestigious Shooting Stars 2025 programme.

About The Shooting Stars Initiative

The European Film Promotion’s (EFP) Shooting Stars programme annually spotlights ten of Europe’s brightest emerging actors. These rising stars are given the chance to enhance their careers through exclusive meetings with industry professionals, including casting directors, talent agents, journalists, and key entertainment industry figures. The programme takes place during the Berlin International Film Festival, where the selected actors engage in international networking opportunities and media exposure.

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Makri’s Impressive Career And Achievements

Marina Makri is a multi-award-winning actress with an established career in theatre, cinema, and television. Her portfolio includes roles in successful local and international film productions, as well as appearances in acclaimed television series. She holds a master’s degree in Visual Culture and a degree in Art Theory, showcasing her deep-rooted passion for the arts.

Her exceptional talent was recently recognised at the Cyprus Film Days 2024 International Film Festival, where she received the Best Actress award from the festival’s international jury.

A Milestone For Cypriot Cinema

Makri’s selection for Shooting Stars 2025 is a significant milestone for Cypriot cinema. The Deputy Ministry of Culture’s Department of Contemporary Culture emphasised that this recognition highlights Cyprus’s growing influence in the global film industry. Cyprus has been actively participating in EFP programmes like Producers on the Move since 2018, working to showcase Cypriot talent on the international stage.

As Marina Makri prepares to take the stage at the Berlin International Film Festival, her story inspires hope for the future of Cypriot cinema, shining a light on the island’s growing cultural footprint in the world of film.

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Trump-Musk Ties Draw New Scrutiny Over Reported SpaceX Investment

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

August 25, 2026

President Donald Trump’s reported investment in SpaceX has drawn attention to the financial ties between the president and Elon Musk, whose company has expanded its business with the U.S. government. The purchase comes after the two men publicly split last summer before later restoring their relationship.

White House Explains The Trade

White House spokesman Davis Ingle told Reuters that Trump’s stock portfolio is managed by third-party financial institutions. He said the portfolio is designed to track “recognized indexes, such as the Schwab 1000,” suggesting Trump may not have personally selected the SpaceX investment.

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SpaceX has expanded its government business under the Trump administration. A recent Wall Street Journal analysis found that the company has secured a growing share of federal contracts while also benefiting from the administration’s approach to deregulation.

SpaceX Seeks Wider Index Exposure

SpaceX has reportedly lobbied major index providers to change their eligibility rules so the company could qualify for inclusion ahead of its planned IPO. Inclusion in major benchmarks can increase demand from passive funds and other portfolios that track those indexes.

Once a company enters a widely followed index, investors can gain exposure through funds without buying its shares directly. That can broaden the shareholder base and increase demand for the stock.

Trump And Musk Rebuild Their Relationship

Trump and Musk maintained a close political and business relationship before a public dispute last summer. Musk accused Trump of withholding Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein because the president’s name appeared in them, an allegation Trump denied.

The disagreement later subsided, and the two have since remained aligned on several political and business issues. SpaceX’s growing role in federal contracts has kept the company closely connected to Washington.

Trump’s reported SpaceX investment therefore comes as the company prepares for a potential public listing and expands its relationship with the U.S. government.

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