O Yeong-su, known for his role in the hit Netflix series Squid Game, has been found guilty of inappropriate sexual behavior.
This decision by a South Korean court marks a major turning point in his career, as the actor will be absent from Squid Game’s soon-to-be-revealed second season.
In addition to his conviction by the Suwon District Court in Seongnam, the actor was given an eight-month prison sentence with two years’ probation. In addition, he is also required by the court to undergo 40 hours of treatment.
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The judge made his decision based on the woman’s testimony, as well as her diary and the therapist’s reports after the incident. The judge noted that these accounts seemed credible and would have been difficult to invent had the actor and victim not actually experienced them.
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The actor maintains that he is innocent even though the court found him guilty, and claims that his actions were misunderstood. O Yeong-su said he plans to appeal the sentence.
Squid Game season 2 is expected to air sometime in 2024 on Netflix, without O Yeong-su.
As governments around the world step up surveillance, lawmakers in Canada and the U.S. are taking steps to address the national security risks of the TikTok app.
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a proposal that requires TikTok, a Chinese company owned by ByteDance, to end its ties with the app within a specific timeframe. Otherwise, the app risks being banned in the United States. The move comes in response to growing fears that China may be using TikTok to collect data and influence operations.
TikTok, with over 170 million users in the U.S., is a global sensation, and if passed, would dramatically alter the social media landscape.
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The Canadian government is keeping a close eye on TikTok’s activities. In September 2023, the federal Liberals launched a national security assessment, but have yet to announce their decision publicly. The move was prompted by concerns about the security and privacy of user data.
Steven Mnuchin, the former Treasury Secretary in the Trump administration, has expressed interest in leading a group of investors to buy TikTok if the bill passes.
However, the proposed sale is fraught with uncertainties due to geopolitics and TikTok’s algorithm, developed in China.
For the time being, TikTok’s fate remains undetermined in both Canada and the United States.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 04: Céline Dion attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Céline Dion has put her career on hold, cancelling all her shows due to the StiffPerson’s Syndrome she is suffering from.
In recent weeks, the singer has made a number of public appearances, suggesting that her health is improving, but without addressing the situation. But now she’s decided to break the silence and talk about her condition.
It’s on her Instagram page, in a photo with her three sons, that Céline bears witness to the International Day of Awareness for SPS (Stiff Person Syndrome).
Although it was one of the most difficult experiences of her life, there seems to be hope for a possible return to the stage!
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Céline concluded by expressing her support for all those who, like her, are struggling with this condition.
We wish the singer all the best as she continues to get better, and will soon be able to resume her fabulous career.
Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and the best QB on the planet, has decided to help his club by agreeing to a restructuring of his titanic $450 million (10-year) contract.
The goal of the exercise is to free up a whopping $21.6 million to bring the Kansas City organization into salary cap compliance, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Patrick Mahomes will be restructuring his contract to create an additional $21.6 million worth of salary-cap space for the Chiefs as they aim to become the first NFL team to three-peat, per league sources. pic.twitter.com/PxpJ5j8ZPj
In this way, by deferring (Mahomes’) salary, the Chiefs will be able to have a little more fun when hiring free agents, and once again be one of the clubs aspiring to top honours.
The Chiefs are on a mission to achieve a hat-trick of NFL titles.
Remember that in 2023, the Chiefs also had to reshape Pat Mahomes’ deal, which will allow him to pocket $208.1 million from 2023 to 2026.
Rupert Sanders’ new adaptation of James O’Barr’s iconic gothic novel, The Crow, is set to return to screens. Bill Skarsgard stars as Eric Draven in the upcoming film, while FKA Twigs plays his girlfriend Shelly. This dark tale of revenge will hit cinemas in June!
The new Crow, which is a reboot, will take a very different route from the beloved 1994 film. Sanders’ new version, however, aims to pay tribute to both Brandon Lee and the Draven character.
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The new version also aims to revive the character and give him a more modern touch.
The shipment was stolen early in the morning, or late at night, on its way to Pittsburgh. The organization finally announced the bad news via its networks early on Thursday morning (March 14).
What’s most disappointing is that this evening was bringing comfort to fans during the Pens‘ tough season.
The Pittsburgh Penguins club has therefore offered vouchers to fans who attended the March 14 game, which can be exchanged for Jagr’s bobblehead once the shipment has been recovered.
In recent weeks, public and media concern about Kate Middleton has grown, and social networks are awash with speculation under the hashtag #KateGate, while little news has emerged about the princess.
At the moment, fears are at their height.
Simply put, fans and observers of the royal family are asking the same question:
Last January, Kensington Palace announced, to everyone’s surprise, that Kate Middleton had been hospitalized for planned abdominal surgery. This statement, lacking in detail, prompted much speculation and scrutiny. The palace later clarified that she would be taking several weeks off after her operation, without mentioning the reason, specifying only that it was not cancer.
However, since Christmas, her public absence has sparked many rumors. Efforts by Kensington Palace to dispel them by publishing a photo of Catherine and her children for Mother’s Day in England failed when news agencies such as Reuters, AP and Getty Images withdrew the image, fearing it had been altered.
The incident sparked even more controversy among the public, with many questioning the authenticity of the photo, particularly due to an apparent mismatch in Princess Charlotte’s hand.
The situation was not appeased when the Princess of Wales apologized on Twitter for retouching the photo, acknowledging her mistake. However, critics question why the palace and Princess of Wales chose to publish a retouched photo instead of releasing the original, adding to the confusion.
Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 11, 2024
Then, Page Six reports that Kate Middleton’s senior staff have reportedly neither seen nor spoken to the princess since the operation!
The mystery persists as Easter approaches, when Catherine was due to resume her royal engagements…
Pierce Brosnan has run into legal trouble on the perilous terrain of Yellowstone National Park. The actor pleaded guilty to charges relating to an incident in November 2023, when he… accidentally strayed off the path!
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That’s right… on November 1, the Irish actor was in Yellowstone. Attracted by Yellowstone’s natural beauty, he strayed off the trail to take a photo at Mammoth Hot Springs… which turns out to be illegal.
Brosnan was facing two charges: one for violating a closed area and the other for leaving the trail at Mammoth Hot Springs.
On Thursday, in a closed-door appearance, he pleaded guilty to the first offence. In addition to his guilty plea, U.S. District Judge Stephanie Hambrick dismissed the second charge.
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Brosnan was ordered to pay a $500 fine and make a $1,000 donation to Yellowstone Forever, a non-profit organization that supports the park. According to the court order, the payment must be made by April 1.
Brosnan apologized on social media for what he did and expressed his regrets on Instagram, explaining that there were no signs warning of danger or trespassing. The actor reaffirmed that he had a deep respect for nature and said that his mistake was not something to be taken lightly.
Yellowstone National Park has strict rules to protect visitors and the fragile ecosystem. Park management stresses the need to stay on designated trails for safety reasons.
Thermal zones can be dangerous and present serious risks, including burns. The sudden appearance of boiling water and unstable ground is just one of the dangers that can arise.
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This legal event highlights the importance of following national park regulations, even when you’re James Bond!
Brian Butler, a key witness in the investigation into ex-President Donald Trump’s alleged handling of classified documents, made a shocking revelation when he gave his side of the story in an interview with CNN, in which he claims to have worked at Mar-a-Lago for 20 years and to be Trump’s employee, according to the indictment, and above all to have helped, despite himself, to transport from a plane the crates of classified documents sought by the FBI.
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During the interview, Butler told CNN’s Kaitlan Collins that he had unwittingly assisted Donald Trump’s aide and co-defendant, Walt Nauta, in the transfer of crates of classified documents from Mar-a-Lago to the presidential plane. Notably, this action would have taken place on the same day that the Justice Department was planning to meet with Trump’s lawyers and the Trump family at Mar-a-Lago regarding classified documents that had not been returned.
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Driven by his desire for transparency ahead of the November elections and the judge’s expressed desire to uncover the names of key witnesses, Butler relates that he found it strange when Carlos De Oliveira, the Mar-a-Lago property manager and his good friend, asked to borrow his minivan. He mentions that he later found himself near Trump’s plane, the same minivan loaded with luggage and white banker-type boxes. These boxes, Butler later identified as those containing classified documents sought in the federal investigation.
Recall that Butler accuses Carlos De Oliveira of being involved in attempts to suppress security videos of areas containing classified documents. According to the charges, Trump devised a plan to erase video evidence and obstruct the judicial system. De Oliveira is now charged, alongside Nauta, with conspiracy to obstruct justice.
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Butler insists he was unaware of the contents of the boxes, but his crucial testimony to investigators contributed to the indictment of Trump and two of his associates for criminal obstruction. Stressing the seriousness of his role, Butler expressed discomfort with his unwitting involvement in De Oliveira’s legal troubles and disappointment with the culture of the Trump operation.
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After months of reflection, the former Mar-a-Lago employee chose to share his story, distinguishing himself from other staff members. He says he’s willing to testify under oath, which could strengthen the growing evidence against the former president.
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When asked by Caitlan Collins if he thinks Trump poses a risk to national security, Brian Butler says he doesn’t think Trump should be a candidate at this point, and he feels it’s time to move on. He asserts that Americans have a right to know the facts, and that Trump is not a victim of a witch hunt.
This highly anticipated trial remains on hold, with the possibility that the start of the trial could be postponed, potentially even until after the 2024 presidential election.
Pope Francis has said that Ukraine must show “courage” in negotiations and perhaps raise the “white flag” to end the conflict with Russia!
These remarks were made in an interview recorded in February. Many interpreted these remarks as a call for Ukraine to compromise or surrender in the face of aggression, and this immediately caused an uproar.
Leaders in Ukraine vehemently rejected Pope Francis’s suggestion of negotiations with Russia to bring an end to the war. Francis had used the term "white flag" in a recent interview that drew particular scorn. https://t.co/iIBp47QYDT
Ukrainian officials and world leaders alike reacted vehemently. Ukrainian representatives resolutely asserted their country’s position.
“Our flag is yellow and blue,” said Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s foreign minister, on Twitter.
Kuleba called on the Vatican not to fly another flag, but rather to take a clear stance against evil.
In an address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky resonated with the sentiment and highlighted the support of religious figures on the ground.
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Politicians from various nations also expressed disappointment at the Pope’s remarks, while Matteo Bruni, the Vatican spokesman, responded to the uproar by attempting to clarify the Pope’s comments.
He explained that Francis had used the expression “white flag” in reference to a truce resulting from negotiations, not a capitulation. According to the spokesman, the Pope favors diplomatic approaches aimed at establishing a lasting and equitable peace, rather than promoting surrender.
Kiev has already criticized Pope Francis for his past comments on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The criticism includes the Pope’s controversial praise of the historic leaders of the Russian empire and his suggestions that “NATO barking at Russia’s door” may have contributed to the invasion of Ukraine.
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This controversy highlights the sensitivity of the moral and political discourse surrounding the conflict in Ukraine.
