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Indian judge reassures child abuse survivor her attacker faces life imprisonment
An Indian trial court judge has written a compassionate and emotionally moving letter to a 10-year-old child sexual abuse survivor, promising that her abuser would remain imprisoned for life. Judge Rajani Ranga’s letter, which praised the child as “the bravest little girl” and assured her that the convict “will never walk free again”, has resonated…
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Missouri Williams and China Miéville among writers on ‘adventurous’ Goldsmiths shortlist
Six writers have been shortlisted for the 2026 Goldsmiths Prize, a £10,000 award that recognises fiction breaking new ground in the novel form. The shortlist, selected by a panel chaired by novelist Francis Spufford, demonstrates what the judges described as “newness of many different kinds” in contemporary fiction, affirming the prize’s mission to celebrate adventurous…
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South Korean intelligence assesses Kim Jong-un weighs over 310 pounds
South Korea’s spy agency says North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is “extremely obese”, weighs more than 310 pounds and is at high risk of cardiovascular disease. A lawmaker relaying the assessment said Kim remains physically active and his medical team has not identified signs of current health problems. His wellbeing is closely monitored because a…
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Sony limits PS5 Pro sales in Japan through player eligibility lottery
Sony has introduced a lottery system for PS5 Pro purchases in Japan to address ongoing supply shortages. The measure is designed to prevent scalpers from acquiring units for resale and to ensure that consoles go to genuine players rather than foreign visitors buying during trips. To be eligible, customers must have a Japanese PlayStation Network…
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Karan Johar to End ‘Koffee With Karan’ After 22 Years With Final Season on JioHotstar: ‘The Decision Is Emotional and Personal’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Karan Johar says the ninth season of “Koffee With Karan” will be its last, ending the celebrity chat show’s 22-year run. It will stream on JioHotstar from 14 October. Johar said the decision was emotional and personal, and that he wants to spend the next decade directing more films and telling more stories. Since its…
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Chinese nationals vandalise Xi Jinping-named restaurant in South Korea
A Chinese restaurant in South Korea named after leader Xi Jinping has been vandalised by a group of Chinese nationals, who fled back to China after the attack. The incident highlights tensions surrounding the restaurant’s controversial name, which has drawn mounting pressure from both individuals and businesses in China demanding a change over the past…
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South Korea demands apology from Pyongyang for landmine blasts that injured three
Three South Korean soldiers were injured by landmine explosions on the South Korean side of the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) on 21 September. Seoul says North Korean mines were “highly likely”, calls the blasts a breach of the 1953 armistice and has demanded an apology and an end to border fortification work, warning it will take…
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‘Final Payment,’ ‘Zoom In, Zoom Out’ Win Big at Pingyao; ‘Congo Boy’ Takes Rossellini Prize
Niu Niu’s “Final Payment” and Dong Jie’s “Zoom In, Zoom Out” each won two awards at the 10th Pingyao Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon International Film Festival. “Final Payment” took the best film prize and best actor for Niu Jianrong, the director’s father, while “Zoom In, Zoom Out” received the jury award and the critics’ prize.…
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Michael Fassbender’s R-Rated Sci-Fi Thriller Officially Loses Box Office Momentum
Director Na Hong-jin’s sci-fi thriller Hope has failed to gain box office momentum in its domestic release, marking a significant disappointment for specialty distributor Neon. The film, which premiered to critical acclaim at Cannes and performed well in South Korea with over £35 million, has struggled in North America, dropping 80% in its third weekend…
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Caitlin Clark’s technical foul sparks furious rally as Fever avoid elimination against Aces
Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to a 99-89 victory over the Las Vegas Aces in a critical playoff Game 2, avoiding elimination and forcing a deciding Game 3 on Thursday. Clark’s performance was historically significant, as she became the first WNBA player to record a points-assists double-double (25+ points and 15+ assists) in a…