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Director Na Hong-jin Opens Up About Juggling High Expectations as Jury Chair at Busan International Film Festival

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BUSAN, South Korea — Na Hong-jin, renowned for directing acclaimed films like “The Chaser” and “The Wailing,” expressed his mix of excitement and apprehension as he took on the role of jury chair for the inaugural competition section at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). Speaking at a press conference on September 18, Na revealed the weight of expectations resting on his shoulders. “I was so burdened that I really didn’t want to do it,” Na remarked, eliciting laughter from attendees as he reflected on how the pressure even caused him to panic during the … Read more

High-Profile Trial Opens as Ryan Routh Faces Charges of Attempted Assassination of Trump at Golf Club

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FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The trial of Ryan Routh, charged with attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump, is set to begin with opening statements on Thursday. The incident allegedly took place nearly a year ago while Trump was golfing at his private club in West Palm Beach. As Routh prepares to represent himself in court, details about his defense strategy remain unknown. Jurors were selected on Wednesday, culminating in a panel of 12 jurors, along with four alternates, ready to hear the case. During jury selection, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon asked potential jurors … Read more

Judge Dismisses Newsmax’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox, Opens Door for Refiling

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A New York judge has dismissed an antitrust lawsuit filed by Newsmax against Fox News but has allowed the media company to amend and refile its complaint. Judge William H. Pauley III made the decision in U.S. District Court, stating that Newsmax’s initial legal arguments were insufficient to support its claims. The lawsuit, initiated by Newsmax in August, accused Fox News of using its market power to stifle competition, claiming that the network attempted to suppress Newsmax’s growth by pressuring cable providers. Newsmax contended that Fox’s actions were harmful to competition and violated antitrust laws. … Read more

Tamra Judge Opens Up About Leaving RHOC Midseason: Juggling Life’s Chaos and Seeking Help

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Los Angeles, California — Tamra Judge recently opened up about her departure from “The Real Housewives of Orange County” during an appearance on Radio Andy’s “Jeff Lewis Live.” She cited the pressures of managing both her personal life and professional commitments as overwhelming, which ultimately led her to consult the show’s psychiatrist and take a break from filming. Judge revealed that her discussions with co-star Gretchen Rossi included details about a hospitalization that did not air, indicating that viewers missed some critical context regarding their conversation. Additionally, she alluded to an unnamed journalist who had … Read more