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Jensen Ackles's Inspired Tracker Casting Gives Us Goosebumps: Tracker has finally cast Colter's older brother, Russell Shaw, and he'll be played by veteran actor ...
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Quick Glance: 'Tracker' Casts Jensen Ackles as Colter Shaw's Brother Russell
- Jensen Ackles joins 'Tracker' as Colter Shaw's estranged brother Russell, with Melissa Roxburgh playing their younger sister Dory.
- 'Tracker' has been renewed for a second season due to steady audience growth, following a strong debut after the Super Bowl.
- Experience the Shaw siblings amidst their intricate family relationships, influenced by past tragedies and survival skills, as the narrative unfolds with new episodes on Sundays.
- Look forward to Jensen Ackles' debut as Russell and Melissa Roxburgh's appearance as Dory in the eleventh episode airing on Sunday, May 5.
‘Superman’ Finds Jonathan Kent in Pruitt Taylor Vince | Exclusive: James Gunn's "Superman" has found its Jonathan Kent in actor Pruitt Taylor Vince ...
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Quick Glance: ‘Superman’ Casts Jonathan Kent with Pruitt Taylor Vince | Exclusive
- Pruitt Taylor Vince has been exclusively cast as Jonathan Kent aka Pa Kent in James Gunn's film "Superman."
- The film is part of the DC Universe's reboot and is currently in production.
- 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.
- Pruitt Taylor Vince can also be seen in the Apple TV+ series "Lady in the Lake" and has appeared in various television and film projects such as "Stranger Things," "Birdbox," and "The Life and Death of John Gotti."
GTA 5’s cut “James Bond Trevor” DLC was already part-shot, actor says: The GTA 5 Agent Trevor DLC episode could have been a real treat for fans on PlayStation ...
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Quick Glance: GTA 5's Scrapped 'James Bond Trevor' DLC Partially Filmed, Actor Reveals
- The GTA 5 Agent Trevor DLC episode could have been a real treat for fans on PlayStation and Xbox, before it was scrapped sometime before 2017.
- Agent Trevor was originally one of three episodic packs planned for GTA 5’s post-launch story DLC, along with 'Zombie Apocalypse' and 'Alien Invasion.'
- While the DLC was silently axed sometime between 2013 (when it was initially announced) and 2017 (when its cancelation was confirmed), much of its content was adapted for GTA Online’s Doomsday and Diamond Casino heists.
- While all hopes of GTA 5 story DLC are dashed, maybe there’s a small sliver of hope that Rockstar will go back to producing story-based DLC when GTA 6 arrives.
Kevin Bacon returns to Footloose high school after student campaign: 'You talked me into it'
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Ryan Gosling Scores Best ‘Saturday Night Live’ Audience In Years: Nearly 9M people have watched Ryan Gosling's episode of Saturday Night Live in the seven ...
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Quick Glance: Ryan Gosling’s 'SNL' Episode Pulls in Largest Audience Since Billie Eilish 2021
- The Ryan Gosling-hosted episode of “SNL” drew in the biggest audience the show has seen since Billie Eilish hosted in 2021.
- Airing on April 13, the episode featured Emily Blunt as a guest and Chris Stapleton as a musical guest, garnering 8.9 million viewers and a 2.0 rating in the key demographic of adults aged 18-49, based on live-plus-seven-day multiplatform data.
- This episode achieved the highest total viewership and rating of the season across NBC, Peacock, and other digital platforms, surpassing the ratings since Dave Chappelle hosted in November 2022.
- Gosling’s episode on Peacock alone became the most-watched 'SNL' episode on the streaming service.
Rebecca Ferguson Says Ex-Costars Called Her After Screaming Accusations: ‘You Understand What You’ve Done, Right?’
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Quick Glance: Rebecca Ferguson Addresses Set Misconduct
- Rebecca Ferguson received calls from 'amazing co-stars' unhappy with her viral comment.
- Ferguson discussed a former co-star who yelled at her on set, leading to speculation.
- Despite the speculation fading, Ferguson mentioned significant former co-stars.
- The actress revealed the impact of working with the difficult co-star on her career perspective.
Simone Ashley to Receive Monte-Carlo Television Festival' Award: The Monte-Carlo Television Festival will present its International Golden Nymph for Most ...
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China’s EV supply chain dominance risks ‘collapse’ of US subsidies, warns South Korea
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Quick Glance: South Korea Warns of Collapse of US Subsidies Due to Chinese EV Supply Chain Dominance
- China’s grip on the EV supply chain threatens US subsidies, warns South Korea.
- South Korea warns that China’s control over a crucial battery material will make it nearly impossible for any electric vehicle makers to qualify for President Joe Biden's subsidy scheme.
- The United States announced last week that they will provide up to $6.4 billion in federal subsidies to the South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics, investing $40 billion in its Texas facilities for cutting-edge logic chips, advanced packaging, and next-generation chip technology research and development.
Alec Baldwin hits camera in confrontation with performance artist over ‘Rust’ shooting and Palestine
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Quick Glance: Alec Baldwin Confronted over Halyna Hutchins' Death
- Alec Baldwin smacked a woman's phone away after she repeatedly asked him to say 'free Palestine' and taunted him about Halyna Hutchins' death in a coffee shop confrontation.
- Following a fatal incident on the Rust set in October 2021, the 66-year-old is now facing charges of involuntary manslaughter.
- He waved her out of the coffee shop, but the woman persisted: 'Please say it, one time. Free Palestine, f*** Zionism, f*** Israel.'
Melissa Barrera Shares Big Career Goals After Leaving 'Scream': Melissa Barrera says she's ready to move on with the next phase of her career ...
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Is South Korea’s economic miracle over?: Decades of growth are tapering off as the country struggles to reform its model and reduce its dependence on ...
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Quick Glance: The Future of South Korea's Economy: An Analysis
- South Korea's economy is facing challenges as the country strives to adapt its traditional growth model and reduce its reliance on manufacturing.
- A massive investment in chip factories in Yongin aims to strengthen the position of South Korea's semiconductor industry, while economists express concerns about future growth.
- With an aging population and declining productivity, South Korea is at risk of economic challenges as the government clings to proven growth drivers.
- South Korean companies must assert themselves in a changing global economic landscape and increase their innovation capacity to secure future growth.
Star Wars: Daisy Ridley Shares How She Decided to Return: Daisy Ridley says her return as Rey will be 'an interesting challenge as an actor.'
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‘Severance’ Actor Tramell Tillman Joins Next ‘Mission: Impossible’ (Exclusive): Tramell Tillman — the actor who broke out in popular Apple series Severance — ...
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‘Outlander: Blood Of My Blood’ Adds 6 To Cast: Outlander: Blood of My Blood has added 6 new actors to its expanding cast including Sally Messham ...
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Jan Josef Liefers on #allesdichtmachen and corona policy: "They all act as if nothing had happened"
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Terry Carter, Barrier-Breaking Actor and Documentarian, Dies at 95: He was the only Black actor on “Combat!” and “The Phil Silvers Show,” then made well regarded ...
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US, South Korea outline visions for cost-sharing on troops, US negotiator says: U.S. and South Korean officials outlined respective visions for a new agreement ...
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Quick Glance: US, South Korea Lay Out Plans for Troop Cost-Sharing
- U.S. and South Korean officials outlined their respective proposals for a new agreement regarding cost-sharing for the maintenance of American troops in South Korea in recent discussions and will continue to engage in consultations as needed, according to the chief U.S. negotiator.
- Designated envoys have been appointed to commence early discussions for a forthcoming agreement set to come into effect in 2026.
- Amid Trump's term in office, there were extensive negotiations before Seoul eventually agreed to boost its financial commitment by 13.9% compared to the previous 2019 arrangement, where Seoul annually contributed around $920 million.
- As per the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the U.S. Defense Department allocated approximately $13.4 billion in South Korea between 2016 and 2019 for military salaries, infrastructure development, and upkeep, while South Korea provided $5.8 billion to support the U.S. presence.
Dead Boy Detectives Actor Michael Beach Explains Why He Was 'Scared' of Joining Netflix Show
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North Korea officials visit Iran in a rare public trip: A North Korean delegation led by the cabinet minister for international trade is visiting Iran ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
South Korea to consult Naver, after report firm faces Japan pressure to divest stake
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Quick Glance: South Korea to Consult Naver Amid Japan Pressure Concerns
- South Korea announced plans to consult with Naver following reports of the company facing pressure from Japan to divest stakes.
- The South Korean government emphasizes the need to prevent discriminatory measures against their companies and intends to engage with Japan on the issue.
- The report on Japanese pressure raised concerns in South Korea regarding potential political interference.
- LY Corp received administrative guidance on security governance after a data leak last year affecting over 300,000 personal records.
North Korea accuses US of politicizing human rights issues: North Korea accused the United States on Saturday of politicizing human rights in the East Asian ...
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Quick Glance: North Korea accuses US of politicizing rights concerns
- North Korea accuses the United States of politically instrumentalizing human rights in the East Asian country, condemning it as political provocation and conspiracy.
- Pyongyang criticized Washington for using human rights as a means for invasions and hostile behavior towards North Korea, threatening decisive actions to safeguard its sovereignty and safety.
- An annual report by the US State Department this week highlighted 'significant human rights issues' in North Korea, including arbitrary killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and other cruel treatments by government authorities.
- Additionally, North Korea criticized the US for urging them to cease missile launches and emphasized the continuation of their space reconnaissance mission to enhance the country's security.
South Korea men's soccer team falls to Indonesia, misses Paris Olympics: DOHA, Qatar (AP) -- South Korea will miss the men's soccer tournament at the ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's Olympic Qualification Hopes Dashed by Indonesia Defeat
- South Korea's men's soccer team will miss out on the Olympic football tournament for the first time since 1984 after a loss to Indonesia in the Under-23 Asian Cup quarterfinals that went to a penalty shootout.
- Indonesia secured a spot in the last four teams by winning the penalty shootout 11-10, with the game ending 2-2 after extra time.
- Despite Jeong Sang-bin's equalizer with 14 minutes left, and being down to 10 players due to a red card for Lee Young-jun, Lee Kang-hee missed his shot in the shootout, allowing Pratama Arhan to score the winning goal.
- Japan emerged victorious against host Qatar in a 4-2 extra-time win, maintaining their path towards an eighth consecutive Olympic appearance. Saudi Arabia will face Uzbekistan, and Iraq will meet Vietnam. The fourth-placed team will have a playoff against Guinea in May to secure a place in Paris.
Dick Van Dyke earns historic Daytime Emmy nomination at age 98: Dick Van Dyke is vying for a historic Daytime Emmy at age 98. The actor has been nominated as ...
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Quick Glance: Oldest Daytime Emmy Nominee: Full List of Nominations
- At 98, Dick Van Dyke becomes the oldest nominee in Daytime Emmy history.
- Amazon scores its first Daytime Drama Emmy nomination with Neighbours.
- The Daytime Emmys will air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
- In addition to nominees, honorees, hosts, and more awards were announced.
Terry Carter, 'Battlestar Galactica' and 'Foxy Brown' actor, dies at 95: Terry Carter, the pioneering actor, documentarian, and broadcaster whose screen credits ...
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Smaller towns in South Korea bear brunt of doctors’ shortage
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Quick Glance: Smaller Towns in South Korea Struggle with Doctor Shortage
- Hospitals in South Korea's smaller cities are facing a shortage of physicians as a nationwide strike by trainee doctors continues to protest plans to increase medical school admissions.
- While Seoul has top-tier hospitals, smaller towns are suffering from a lack of doctors, exacerbated by an aging population and the world's lowest birth rates.
- South Korea has one of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios among developed countries, prompting government efforts to increase medical school enrollments, a move met with resistance from trainee doctors and medical groups.
- Addressing the shortage of doctors in underserved areas and preventing them from clustering in Seoul requires not just an increase in doctor numbers but also policy changes, according to experts in the field.
South Korea Property Rout Sparks Fear of Private Credit Crisis: South Korea is emerging as a closely watched weak link in the $63 trillion world of shadow ...
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Cillian Murphy Named Best Actor at Irish Academy Awards: Winners at the 2024 IFTA Awards in Dublin including Cillian Murphy, Paul Mescal and Irish film ...
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South Korean woman conned out of US$50,000 by fake Elon Musk she fell in love with on Instagram
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Quick Glance: South Korean Woman Falls Victim to $50k Elon Musk Deepfake Scam
- A South Korean woman was convinced to invest 70 million won ($50,770) after watching a fabricated video portraying someone who looked like Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, as reported locally on Tuesday.
- Jeong Ji-sun, identified by the pseudonym at KBS, disclosed her experience as a victim of a romance scam on KBS's 'In-Depth 60 Minutes.' During the episode on April 19, Jeong narrated her initial interactions with the scammer posing as Musk.
- Jeong's initial hesitations dissipated swiftly. The scammer forwarded his identification and a workplace photo to Jeong. Moreover, he discussed aspects such as his children and commuting to Tesla or SpaceX via helicopter. He further mentioned his sporadic outreach to fans.
- The program highlighted the prevalent use of AI in these romance scams. The swindler engaged in a form of deception known as 'pig butchering,' as explained by the producer. This approach involves gradually enticing victims to increase their contributions to an apparently legitimate investment before the perpetrator vanishes.
The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
South Korea prepares new monitoring system to detect illegal stock short selling: South Korea's financial market watchdog said on Thursday it had prepared a new ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea introduces monitoring system to curb illegal stock short selling
- South Korea's financial market watchdog has developed a new monitoring mechanism to detect illegal short-selling transactions in the stock market. Institutional investors will be electronically processed and filtered through a central detection system to prevent illegal trades.
- South Korea has made various reform efforts to address the 'Korea discount' in the stock market, where domestic companies have lower valuations compared to global peers due to factors like low dividend payouts and opaque governance structures.
- Last November, South Korea imposed a sudden ban on short selling of shares for the first half of the year after discovering illegal trades by foreign investment banks. Authorities stated that the ban would remain until adequate measures are in place to prevent such practices.
- The FSS aims to implement the new monitoring system swiftly after finalizing it, although no specific date was provided for the implementation.
SK Hynix to invest $3.86 bln in DRAM chip production in South Korea
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Quick Glance: SK Hynix Anticipates Full Chip Recovery Post Q1 Profit Surprising AI Boom
- SK Hynix anticipates a complete recovery in memory chips due to AI demand, achieving its highest profit in nearly two years by selling advanced DRAM chips with High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) for generative AI chipsets.
- The company surpassed expectations for an operating profit of 1.88 trillion won by LSEG SmartEstimate, stating that the memory market is entering a full recovery cycle.
- SK Hynix is the biggest beneficiary of the explosive increase in AI adoption, serving as the main supplier of HBM chips for Nvidia's graphic processing units training AI systems.
- To outpace competition, SK Hynix announced a $3.87 billion investment to construct an advanced chip packaging plant in Indiana with an HBM chip line and research and development for AI products.
US wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarm : Washington urges Japan, South Korea and the Netherlands to tighten supply of tools and ...
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South Korea's public finances no longer a credit rating 'strength', Fitch says: South Korea's public finances are no longer a strength for its sovereign credit ...
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South Korea Early Trade Exports Rise in Positive Sign of Economic Growth: South Korea’s exports have made a brisk start to the second quarter based on early ...
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North Korea test-fires multiple rocket launchers to scare 'enemy': In a bid to show its military might to the world, especially its principal enemy South Korea ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Jong Un's Rocket Tests and Possible Russian Assistance
- Kim Jong Un oversaw tests for a rocket capable of hitting Seoul in South Korea and potentially aiding Russia in the conflict with Ukraine.
- The 240-millimeter multiple rocket launcher has an estimated range of 40 to 60 kilometers and could enhance the artillery capabilities of the Korean People's Army.
- Experts suggest the rocket could be significant for export, such as to Russia, and useful in the war in Ukraine.
- Despite denials of an arms deal, reports indicate North Korea has been shipping military equipment to Russia, possibly indicating collaboration between the two countries.
South Korean court hears children's climate change case against government: South Korea's Constitutional Court began hearing on Tuesday a case that accuses the ...
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Quick Glance: South Korean Court Deliberates Children's Climate Change Lawsuit Against Government
- Environmental activist Choi Jia, alongside her younger sibling Choi Heewoo, participates in a press briefing preceding the initial hearing concerning petitions asserting that the government infringed upon their human rights due to an inadequate approach to climate change.
- A public hearing regarding a lawsuit brought by twenty-four young environmental activists against the government commenced in one of South Korea's top judicial bodies on Tuesday. The plaintiffs argue that the government's negligence in addressing climate change left them unprotected.
- Maintaining that South Korea's current climate strategies fall short in containing the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, the plaintiffs claim this breaches the state's duty to safeguard fundamental rights. Scientists caution about the dire consequences of surpassing a 1.5C temperature increase.
- During the legal proceedings, the government asserted its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions and upholding its citizens' basic rights. Nevertheless, activists expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response and urged for more concrete actions against climate change.
Sydney Sweeney ‘Isn’t Pretty’ and ‘Can’t Act,’ Says Hollywood Producer Carol Baum
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South Korea: World Scout Jamboree disaster blamed on government: An independent report says authorities failed to deliver a safe event for thousands of children.
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'It's Gonna Suck': Avatar Netflix Star Prepares Fans for Season 2 Conflict (Exclusive)
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Quick Glance: Intense Conflict in Avatar Season 2
- An actor from Netflix's series Avatar: The Last Airbender hinted at the significant conflict Uncle Iroh and Zuko will experience in Season 2 and beyond.
- During Paleyfest 2024, in a conversation with The Direct, actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee expressed his apprehension towards the major separation between Uncle Iroh and Zuko.
- In a separate interview, Dallas Liu shared similar sentiments with The Direct, emphasizing the importance of the chemistry between the two actors for the strength of their scenes.
- The split between Uncle Iroh and Zuko will undoubtedly be disappointing for both the audience and the actors behind the scenes, but it will still provide a strong storyline and the development of other relationships.
M. Night Shyamalan Promises Wild Surprises for His Josh Hartnett Concert Thriller ‘Trap’
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Quick Glance: M. Night Shyamalan and the Concert Culture
- In his new film "Trap," M. Night Shyamalan is revealing one of his signature twists to the audience earlier than usual.
- The thriller features Josh Hartnett as a father taking his teenage daughter to a pop concert reminiscent of the blockbuster tours of summer 2023.
- Shyamalan drew inspiration from the concert culture, particularly from his daughter Saleka's experience as an artist signed to Columbia Records and performing as Lady Raven.
- The film incorporates an actual concert as a main set piece, drawing from 'Purple Rain,' offering a unique experience that immerses viewers in the story.
North Korea hacking teams hack South Korea defence contractors - police: Major North Korean hacking groups have mounted "all-out" cyber attacks against South ...
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The Axis of Upheaval: How America’s Adversaries Are Uniting to Overturn the Global Order
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Paid articlePaid Wild Card: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. Stocks bounced back ahead of tech earnings. South Korea’s shadow banking sounds alarm ...
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Tom Hiddleston On Saying Goodbye To ‘Loki’, Saying Hello Again To ‘The Night Manager’, And Tales Of Working With Woody, Guillermo ...
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Steve Buscemi Will Get Creepy and Kooky in 'Wednesday' Season 2: Steve Buscemi is joining the cast of Wednesday Season 2, which will follow Jenna Ortega's grim ...
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Quick Glance: Steve Buscemi Will Bring Creepy Charm to 'Wednesday' Season 2
- Steve Buscemi is added to the ensemble of Wednesday Season 2, although his role remains shrouded in mystery.
- Known for his roles in Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs, Buscemi was recently also seen in Hotel Transylvania: Transformania.
- The storyline of the series focuses on the character played by Jenna Ortega, Wednesday, unraveling mysteries at Nevermore Academy.
- Wednesday follows the titular character, portrayed by Jenna Ortega, as she distances herself from the image created by The Addams Family around her.
Record giant HYBE audits 'NewJeans' label as infighting returns to K-pop: South Korea's largest music company is auditing the management of one of its labels as ...
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South Korea Q1 GDP growth smashes estimates, but outlook's uncertain: The South Korean economy grew at the fastest pace in more than two years in the first ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Q1 GDP Growth Exceeds Estimates
- The South Korean economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, driven by an increase in domestic consumption and robust exports. However, the sustainability of the recovery was questioned.
- GDP for the January-March quarter grew by 1.3%, marking the sharpest expansion since the fourth quarter of 2021 and surpassing all forecasts.
- Growth in domestic demand was the main factor behind the stronger-than-expected GDP, with private consumption increasing by 0.8%. Analysts expressed uncertainty regarding the long-term strength of economic growth.
- Despite a rebound in exports and an increase in government spending, uncertainty remains regarding inflation outlook and monetary policy, as the Bank of Korea reconsiders its economic growth projections for 2024.
Emmy Predictions via The Feinberg Forecast: Scott’s Updated Picks, Now Including 11 New Categories
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O.J. Simpson, Football Player and Actor Accused of Murdering Ex-Wife, Dies at 76: O.J. Simpson, the former champion football running back and actor who was ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Wealthy Koreans are twice as happy with life as non-rich: bank report : The richer people are, the more satisfied they are with their life and appearance ...
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LG Energy Solution to license out battery patents to block tech infringement, exec says
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North Korea fires missile off east coast, South Korea, Japan say: North Korea fired a ballistic missile on Monday towards the sea off its east coast ...
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How US allies are preparing for a possible second Trump term - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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Hyundai pauses ads on X over brand safety issues: South Korea's Hyundai said on Friday that it had paused advertising on X, formerly known as Twitter ...
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Danny Trejo To Receive Santa Fe Film Festival’s Lifetime Achievement Award: Actor Danny Trejo will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Santa Fe Film ...
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Exclusive: South Korea considers easing bond market reporting rules, sources say: South Korea is considering easing real-time reporting requirements for ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Contemplates Easing Bond Market Reporting Rules
- South Korea is considering relaxing reporting requirements for investors in the bond market to facilitate inclusion in FTSE Russell's global bond index.
- Proposed changes may reduce reporting to once or twice daily and address a later reporting deadline.
- Easing these regulations could enhance the prospects of South Korean bonds being included in FTSE Russell's WGBI and attract billions of dollars in capital inflows.
- Recent reforms in South Korea aim to improve foreign investor access, including the elimination of a 30-year-old rule for foreign stock traders.
LG Energy Solution to minimise capex this year due to slow EV demand: South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution (LGES) said on Thursday it plans to minimise ...
reuters.com/technology/battery-firm-lg-energy-solution-q1-profit-plunges-weak-ev-sales-2024-04-25/
2024 Emmys Supporting Actor Limited/TV Movie Predictions: 2024 Emmys Supporting Actor Limited/TV Movie predictions include Robert Downey Jr, Jonathan Bailey ...
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Samsung execs have to work 6 days a week now: report: Samsung reportedly wasn't happy with its performance last year, so execs will be working Saturdays or ...
businessinsider.com/samsung-executives-six-day-work-week-report-2024-4
Quick Glance: Samsung Executives: New Work Schedule and Economic Challenges
- Samsung Group is introducing a six-day workweek for executives in response to economic challenges and disappointing results in 2023.
- The sudden change aims to create a sense of urgency and promote efforts to overcome the situation. The new work schedule takes effect immediately in most of Samsung's technology divisions.
- The work culture in South Korea is renowned for its intensity. In 2022, the average worker spent 1,901 hours at work.
- Recent data shows that Samsung has regained the top position in global smartphone shipments. First-quarter 2024 results are expected on April 30.
South Korea set to adjust medical reforms in bid to end walkout, say media reports
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Quick Glance: South Korea adjusts medical school quotas to resolve walkout
- Government to let medical schools determine admissions to end junior doctor strike.
- Acceptance of proposal to reduce increase in medical school admissions by up to 50%.
- Dispute over adding 2000 more physicians by 2035, with 32 medical schools allowed to lower quotas for 2022.
- President Yoon advocates for more doctors, while protesting physicians demand better working conditions and criticize government's approach.
Korean Crypto Boom: Upbit Now a Top Global Exchange by Volume: The beating heart of the crypto bull market sweeping the world isn’t Miami, Paris or the Middle ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/korean-crypto-boom-upbit-is-now-a-top-global-exchange-by-volume
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South Korean nuclear fusion reactor sets new record, and other technology news you need to know
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/nuclear-fusion-record-technology-news-april-2024/
South Korea's economy likely saw steady economic growth in Q1: Reuters poll: South Korea's economy likely grew 0.6% last quarter, maintaining the same pace of ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/south-koreas-economy-likely-saw-steady-economic-growth-q1-2024-04-23/
A Chris Farley Biopic Is Coming, And The Lead Actor Has Wanted This Part For Ages
slashfilm.com/1561027/chris-farley-biopic-paul-walter-hauser/
Quick Glance: Chris Farley Biopic: New Film Starring Paul Walter Hauser
- Chris Farley, a beloved "Saturday Night Live" actor and comedian, is set to be honored in a new biopic.
- Character actor Paul Walter Hauser has been chosen for the lead role, with Josh Gad directing and Lorne Michaels producing.
- 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.
South Korea protests Japanese leaders' offerings to Yasukuni shrine: South Korea on Sunday protested Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offering to Tokyo's ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-protests-japanese-leaders-offerings-yasukuni-shrine-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: South Korea Objects to Japanese Leaders' Yasukuni Shrine Offerings
- South Korea expressed deep disappointment on Sunday over Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offerings at the Yasukuni Shrine and urged Japanese leaders to show repentance for the country's wartime past.
- The shrine is viewed by Beijing and Seoul as a representation of Japan's historical military aggression due to its inclusion of 14 Japanese wartime leaders among the 2.5 million war dead honored there.
- The South Korean government calls on Japanese leaders to confront history and demonstrate sincere repentance, which would be a crucial step towards enhancing relations between the two countries.
- Despite progress in the South Korea-Japan relationship, particularly in security cooperation, the offerings made by Kishida and some cabinet members at the Yasukuni Shrine have sparked protests from South Korea.
South Korea's Last F-4E Phantoms Fire Final AGM-142 Popeye Missiles Prior To Retirement
theaviationist.com/2024/04/21/rokaf-f-4e-final-live-firing-agm142/
K-pop giant HYBE shares take another hit as dispute with NewJeans label drags on: A South Korean music executive credited with creating popular K-pop group ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/k-pop-giant-hybe-shares-take-another-hit-dispute-with-newjeans-label-drags-2024-04-26/
South Korean sentenced to 14 months in jail for killing 76 cats: SEOUL: A South Korean man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for killing 76 cats in one ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/south-korean-man-sentenced-14-months-jail-killing-76-cats-4285821
North Korea Launches Suspected Ballistic Missile, South Says: North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile Monday, South Korea’s military and Japan’s Coast ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/north-korea-launches-suspected-ballistic-missile-south-says
‘Family Matters’ star Jaleel White responds to ‘Quiet on Set’: ‘I was lucky’: Jaleel White, who starred as Steve Urkel for nine seasons on 'Family Matters ...
ew.com/family-matters-star-jaleel-white-responds-to-quiet-on-set-8633612
Seoul studies $99K cash incentive for each child born: If implemented, it would be South Korea's most generous baby incentive ever.
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/seoul-studies-99k-cash-incentive-for-each-child-born
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Singer Paul Kim announces marriage : Singer Paul Kim announced on Thursday his marriage via his official website, sharing plans to begin a new life with his ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/04/398_373529.html
Billionaire Families Lose Hope for Tax Cut After Korean Vote: Some of the richest people in South Korea may be among the biggest losers from elections last week ...
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Quick Glance: Disappointment for Billionaire Families After Tax Reform Decision in South Korea
- President Yoon Suk Yeol faces setback in plans for inheritance tax reform.
- High inheritance tax in South Korea targets wealthy individuals and chaebols.
- Opposition party gains momentum in advocating for higher taxes on the wealthy.
- Discussions on tax reforms and their implications on businesses and the economy.
Drew Carey Explains At Writers Guild Awards Why He Covered Meals For Striking Scribes: “Everybody In This Room Makes Some Actor A Million”
deadline.com/2024/04/drew-carey-explains-why-he-for-paid-meals-for-striking-writers-1235885557/
Avatar: The Last Airbender Star Eric Nam Breaks Silence on Aang Casting: Avatar: The Last Airbender previously saw Zach Tyler Eisen voice Aang.
comicbook.com/anime/news/avatar-the-last-airbender-movie-aang-eric-nam/
Quick Glance: Exciting News for Avatar: The Last Airbender Fans
- 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.
South Korea Issues Rare Warning After Won Hits 1400 Per Dollar: South Korean authorities issued a rare warning to participants in the foreign exchange market ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/south-korea-issues-rare-warning-after-won-hits-1400-per-dollar-lv24xmqh
Frankenstein: Guillermo del Toro Confirms Respected Horror Actor Has ‘Pivotal Cameo’ in Movie
comingsoon.net/movies/news/1662499-frankenstein-guillermo-del-toro-confirms-respected-horror-actor-has-pivotal-cameo-in-movie
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