'No one is allowed to be faster than me!' Chow Yun Fat competes in 10km cross-country race
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Quick Glance: ‘Superman’ Casts Jonathan Kent with Pruitt Taylor Vince | Exclusive
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- The cast of "Superman" includes Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, as well as other well-known actors like Rachel Brosnahan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, María Gabriela de Faría, Anthony Carrigan, Skyler Gisondo, and Sara Sampaio.
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Quick Glance: Steve Buscemi Will Bring Creepy Charm to 'Wednesday' Season 2
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- Luxury apartments in Hong Kong are being reduced by almost half in price.
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Quick Glance: Chris Farley Biopic: New Film Starring Paul Walter Hauser
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- The Farley family has given their blessing to the film, and the script is being written by well-known authors.
- While details like the title, production start, and release date are pending, the project is being sought after by multiple studios.
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- China’s top 'red circle' law firms are aggressively expanding their international presence and working at lower fees than western competitors.
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- Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender can look forward to the upcoming animated film titled Aang: The Last Airbender, produced by Paramount and Nickelodeon, serving as the first of three standalone A:TLA animated films.
- During Paramount's CinemaCon event this year, it was announced that original creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino are returning as executive producers for the Aang: The Last Airbender movie.
- The Avatar franchise is seeing significant success in 2024 with the Netflix live-action series and the launch of the webtoon adapting the Avatar: The Last Airbender graphic novel The Promise.
Drew Carey Explains At Writers Guild Awards Why He Covered Meals For Striking Scribes: “Everybody In This Room Makes Some Actor A Million”
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China’s capital markets activity falls to multi-decade lows: Mainland equity issuance is the worst on record this year in a sign of low investor confidence
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- Actor Louis Gossett Jr., renowned for his role in 'Roots' and as the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, has passed away.
- According to his cousin Neal L. Gossett, the actor died in Santa Monica, California. The exact cause of death was not disclosed.
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- The absence of a medal for Chewbacca in 'Star Wars: A New Hope' is not the main issue with the ending; there are other inconsistencies in the medal ceremony.
- Honoring the rebels for their victory against the Empire with a medal ceremony raises questions as it exposes them to potential attacks by the Imperial Fleet.
- Official Star Wars canon has acknowledged and attempted to address the problem with the medal ceremony, revealing inconsistencies in the rebels' urgency to evacuate in other films.
- The medal ceremony in 'Star Wars: A New Hope' presents a puzzling moment in the Star Wars universe, despite not impacting the overall conclusion.
Kit Harington Has a Bleak Update About His MCU Future: Kit Harington offered a bleak update about his future in the MCU, saying that there aren't any projects in ...
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Quick Glance: Surprising Turn: HBO's Game Of Thrones Jon Snow Spin-Off Shelved
- An unexpected development has led to the cancellation of one of the major Game of Thrones spin-off series focusing on the beloved character Jon Snow. Kit Harrington explained that development issues resulted in the project not moving forward.
- Following the conclusion of Game of Thrones in 2019, Harrington avoided discussions about the Jon Snow spin-off to manage fan expectations. They struggled to find a compelling story that excited everyone, prompting the project to be put on hold.
- The actor emphasized that they explored various approaches but have not yet found a suitable story. While there is a possibility of revisiting the project in the future, it is currently not under consideration and remains shelved for the time being.
- The cancellation of the Jon Snow spin-off is disappointing for fans anticipating further adventures in the world of Game of Thrones. Nevertheless, there is a chance that the project may be reconsidered at a later date.
Ernie Hudson To Star In Horror Movie ‘Oswald Down The Rabbit Hole’: Ernie Hudson will play Oswald Jebediah Coleman in the pic.
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Hong Kong Taxes: City Considers Changing Rules to Lure Private Credit Business: Hong Kong’s government is considering new tax rules that would give more ...
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Morgan Stanley, HSBC cutting dozens of Asia investment banking jobs as deals slump
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Colin Farrell To Star In Edward Berger’s ‘The Ballad Of A Small Player’ For Netflix
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Hong Kong martial arts film icon Sammo Hung on his career, stars including Donnie Yen, Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan – and eating
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Quick Glance: Tragic Discovery: Cole Brings Plenty, '1923' Star, Found Deceased After Missing Report
- Cole Brings Plenty, an actor and the nephew of Yellowstone star Mo Brings Plenty, has passed away at 27.
- After his disappearance was reported, local authorities discovered Cole's lifeless body in a wooded area. The exact cause of death is still under investigation.
- Shortly after Mo brought public attention to his missing nephew, Cole was found deceased. His last known vehicle was a 2005 white Ford Explorer.
- Cole's family expressed concern after his involvement in a domestic violence incident. Mo emphasized the ongoing efforts to locate Cole, as his sudden disappearance caused distress.
Cillian Murphy's latest role? The crown prince of Versace: Recent Oscar winner Cillian Murphy puts an Irish twist on Italian luxury
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Quick Glance: Cillian Murphy: A New Star in the Versace Ad Campaign
- Recently honored at the Oscars, Cillian Murphy brings an Irish touch to the current Versace Icons campaign.
- The Versace ad spot features Murphy in Icons line essentials inspired by the bold and sexy Men's campaigns of the 1990s.
- Set to the tune of "Boys in the Better Land" by Dublin's Fontaines D.C., Murphy is showcased in the campaign.
- Appearing alongside Anne Hathaway, with whom he starred in Christopher Nolan's film "The Dark Knight Rises," Murphy is part of the Versace Icons campaign.
Kirsten Dunst Opens Up About Huge Pay Disparity With Spider-Man Co-Star Tobey Maguire
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Quick Glance: Kirsten Dunst: Marvel Exclusivity with Spider-Man
- Kirsten Dunst is unfamiliar with the recent Spider-Man movies, yet she is acquainted with Paw Patrol.
- Despite her absence in Spider-Man: No Way Home, Dunst expresses interest in rejoining the Marvel universe.
- Dunst discusses her experience filming Spider-Man and mentions not having watched any Marvel movies since Spider-Man 3.
- Dunst expresses willingness to return to Marvel and emphasizes her readiness to participate in another superhero film.
China’s CGN New Energy’s Parent Said to Revive Take-Private Plan: CGN New Energy Holdings Co.’s parent is considering taking the Hong Kong-listed power producer ...
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A 'White Collar' Reboot Is "In the Works,” Says Matt Bomer: White Collar star Matt Bomer says that plans are in place to reboot the popular series ...
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Quick Glance: Hong Kong Denies Entry to Press Freedom Advocate
- Reporters Without Borders reported that a representative of the organization was deported from Hong Kong upon arrival on Wednesday.
- Aleksandra Bielakowska, a representative of Reporters Without Borders based in Taiwan, was detained for six hours at Hong Kong International Airport and then deported without explanation.
- Bielakowska traveled to Hong Kong to meet with journalists and monitor the trial of media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who faces possible life imprisonment for national security offenses.
- Hong Kong has witnessed a significant decline in press freedom in recent years, ranking 140th out of 180 countries and territories in Reporters Without Borders' 2023 World Press Freedom Index.
Tony Leung wins Best Actor at the 2024 Hong Kong Film Awards for role in The Goldfinger
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'All That' stars blast Dan Schneider's apology video in new 'Quiet on Set' episode
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- Schneider expressed regret in his video for how he treated young performers on the Fear Factor-style show On-Air Dares. He emphasized the need to treat people differently and promote diversity in his shows.
- Bryan Hearne and Giovonnie Samuels reacted to Schneider's assurances that diversity is important to him, finding his response lacking in conviction. They felt "overlooked" and mistreated as the only two Black cast members during their time on the show.
- The former All That cast members also criticized Schneider's apology, questioning its authenticity and highlighting his oversight of them as Black performers in his response.
HK actress Tavia Yeung fears her children might forget her if she works too hard: She is married to Him Law and has two small children.
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'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Was Shot Almost Entirely on Location: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes director Wes Ball explains the film was shot mostly ...
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Quick Glance: 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Filmed Almost Entirely on Location
- Director Wes Ball's commitment to authenticity sets the film apart from CGI-heavy films.
- The use of real-world locations and motion-capture technology bridges traditional filmmaking and visual effects.
- Meticulous attention to detail ensures digital apes embody authentic behaviors of actors.
HK celeb Carol Cheng on why Chow Yun Fat used to keep a photo of them in his wallet
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SWISS flights to skirt Iranian airspace: The airline has decided to temporarily avoid flying through Iranian airspace due to escalating tensions in the region.
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Kirsten Dunst Is Open to Doing a 'Bring It On' Sequel : Kirsten Dunst, who starred in the original Bring It On, says she is open to returning to the ...
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Quick Glance: Kirsten Dunst Expresses Interest in 'Bring It On' Sequel
- Kirsten Dunst expresses interest in a sequel to 'Bring It On'.
- Although Dunst has not returned to her role as a cheer captain, there have been five direct-to-video sequels, a Halloween TV special, and a Broadway show.
Scarlett Johansson Reunites With Jonathan Glazer for Prada Ad: Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Glazer reunite 10 years after 2013's 'Under the ...
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Hong Kong detains and deports press freedom group staffer from city: A representative for Reporters Without Borders (RSF) was detained and deported from Hong ...
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Malaysian actor Jack Tan goes jogging with Chow Yun Fat in Hong Kong: Tan's encounter with Chow drew a chorus of envy from netizens, who jokingly asked him ...
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Apple CEO says company is 'looking at' manufacturing in Indonesia: Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company is “looking at” manufacturing in Indonesia as he met with ...
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Alex Garland Clarifies Claims He's Retiring from Directing: 'Civil War' director Alex Garland said the statement he made about retiring from filmmaking ...
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Hong Kong: European citizen jailed under National Security Law: The man was convicted of secession after he posted anti-China content on social media.
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Huawei starts sales of new Pura 70 smartphone amid scrutiny on chips: Chinese technology giant Huawei [RIC:RIC:HWT.UL] started selling two models of its highly ...
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China IPOs slow as strict 'broker butcher' rules kick in: HONG KONG -- A slowdown in China's initial public offering market is expected to persist through ...
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Paid articlePaid Hong Kong makes largest-ever gold smuggling bust: Authorities seized 146kg of the precious metal, which was headed for Japan disguised as machine parts.
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Was 2019 Beijing Half Marathon also fixed? Video raises questions, sparks doubt over every result, China sports expert says
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Singer Richie Jen asks fans not to mention they have bumped into him in Singapore
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Live news: The World Bank and IMF start spring meetings
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Marvel’s ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Adds ‘Physical’ Actor Lou Taylor Pucci: 'Daredevil: Born Again' Adds 'Physical' Actor Lou Taylor Pucci
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Quick Glance: 'Physical's Lou Taylor Pucci Joins Daredevil: Born Again
- Lou Taylor Pucci becomes part of the ensemble cast for Daredevil: Born Again, the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe series.
- The revival of crucial characters and villains ensures an action-packed return of the adored series.
- While Pucci's role remains undisclosed, he will navigate the perilous criminal underworld of Hell's Kitchen.
- Alongside the comebacks of Karen Page, Foggy Nelson, and The Punisher, Daredevil: Born Again will delve deeper into Matt Murdock's tale.
Nicholas Galitzine Wants to Prove He’s More Than Just a Pretty Face: Known for playing princes and their modern equivalents, this British actor hopes his steamy ...
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How China’s demand for donkey hide is devastating African communities: A visual explanation of China's rising appetite for donkey-hide-based “e-jiao” products ...
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Joe Flaherty Dead: 'SCTV' and 'Freaks and Geeks' Actor Was 82: Joe Flaherty, the actor, writer and comedian known for his roles on 'Second City ...
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Quick Glance: Beloved Actor Joe Flaherty Passes Away at 82 with Tributes Pouring In
- The beloved comedian and actor Joe Flaherty passed away at the age of 82 after his appearances in successful TV series such as Freaks and Geeks and the film Happy Gilmore alongside Adam Sandler.
- Joe's specific cause of death remains undisclosed, but it occurred following a health battle for which his improv comedy group conducted a fundraising effort.
- The heartbreaking news of Joe's passing was shared by Mad Men star Joel Murray, who provided the update on X, formerly known as Twitter.
- Joe Flaherty was widely recognized for his portrayal in the film Happy Gilmore and throughout his remarkable acting career, he appeared in at least 22 movies.
Hong Kong Rugby Sevens Sees End of Era Before Move to Kai Tak in 2025: Welcome to Hong Kong Edition, your guide to the people and money shaking up the Asian ...
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Quick Glance: New Zealand Teams Clinch Titles at Hong Kong Sevens
- New Zealand secured both the men's and women's titles at the Hong Kong Sevens, concluding a tournament that showcased rugby ahead of the Paris Olympics.
- The All Blacks Sevens scored the initial two tries in a 10-7 victory against France in the men's final, successfully defending their title and closing the three-day event in the traditional home of rugby sevens.
- Michaela Blyde's exceptional performance with three tries and Mahina Paul's late double secured New Zealand's 36-7 victory over the United States in the women's final.
- The Black Ferns Sevens claimed their third consecutive tournament title, surpassing Australia in the women's world series standings.
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All 40 Marlon Brando Film Performances Ranked, in Honor of His 100th Birthday: The best Marlon Brando movies, ranked: 'The Godfather,' 'A ...
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Gigi's Taipei Arena debut - Focus Taiwan: Hong Kong singer Gigi Leung (梁詠琪, left) performs one of the 30 songs from the set list at a concert at Taipei Arena ...
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China Cement Maker Suspends Trading After 99% Dive in Moments: A Chinese cement producer was in the spotlight after it suspended stock trading Wednesday ...
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Paid articlePaid Hong Kong catches tantalising glimpse of future: Hong Kong's hectic Spring break offers some clues about which direction the Asian financial hub is heading.
reuters.com/breakingviews/hong-kong-catches-tantalising-glimpse-future-2024-04-12/
Famed Hong Kong sushi chain founder Ricky Cheng has died at age 57, friend reveals
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3259195/famed-hong-kong-sushi-chain-founder-ricky-cheng-has-died-age-57-friend-reveals
Peter Dinklage’s Breakthrough Role in This Dramedy Remains One of His Best: Peter Dinklage delivered his breakout performance in Tom McCarthy's The Station ...
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Jonathan Majors Denied Bid To Have Assault & Harassment Conviction Overturned; Actor To Be Sentenced Next Week
deadline.com/2024/04/jonathan-majors-denied-conviction-overturned-assault-1235875233/
Hong Kong braces for ‘intense’ thunder and showers, with rainy conditions expected through to next week
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3259401/hong-kong-braces-intense-thunder-and-showers-rainy-conditions-expected-through-next-week
Paid articlePaid Microsoft’s G42 deal puts UAE in America’s AI tent: The United Arab Emirates likes to think of itself as a sort of Switzerland of the Gulf. Microsoft’s $1 ...
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Quick Glance: Microsoft to Invest $1.5 Billion in Emirati AI Firm G42 for Minority Stake
- Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 to acquire a minority stake and a board seat.
- The partnership aims to deepen ties between the USA and the UAE amid the global battle for tech dominance.
- The deal includes G42 using Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications.
- G42 and Microsoft plan to jointly bring advanced AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
Beijing Half Marathon runner insists he was employed as ‘pacer’ for winner He Jie, as agent angrily denies involvement
scmp.com/sport/china/article/3259157/beijing-half-marathon-runner-insists-he-was-employed-pacer-winner-he-jie-agent-angrily-denies
Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
Japan’s ‘Grave Concern’ Over New Hong Kong Legislation: Tokyo is worried about the Safeguarding National Security Bill.
thediplomat.com/2024/04/japans-grave-concern-over-new-hong-kong-legislation/
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