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  • Squid Game season 3 arrives on June 27: New twists, old faces, and a big mystery

    Squid Game season 3 arrives on June 27: New twists, old faces, and a big mystery

    Netflix’s megahit Squid Game Season 3 will premiere on June 27, 2025, with the streaming giant sharing the first photos from the new season, and it looks like fans are in for more surprises and shocking twists.

    One major clue from the pictures is that Gi-Hun’s player number is missing from his clothes. In the past, he wore the famous number 456, but now it’s gone. Fans think this could mean something important about his character’s journey or a big change in the story. The show’s creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, might be using this small detail to hint at a new direction for the series.

    In an exciting surprise, all 12 main cast members from Season 2 are returning! With Lee Jung-jae back as Gi-Hun, the fight to end the deadly games is getting more serious. Here’s a look at the key characters coming back for Season 3:

    Lee Jung-jae (Seong Gi-Hun)


    Gi-Hun is torn between continuing the fight or giving up. Can he stay strong and win his battle for justice?


    Lee Byung-hun (Front Man / In-ho)


    The Front Man is ready for revenge. He’s in charge of the games and may cause even more chaos—especially with his brother also involved.


    Yim Si-wan (Myung-gi)


    Still hurt by his past mistakes, Myung-gi could bring lots of drama this season.


    Kang Ha-neul (Dae-ho)


    A former marine looking for peace, Dae-ho is struggling with his own painful memories.


    Wi Ha-jun (Jun-ho)


    Jun-ho is back and wants revenge! His tense relationship with his brother (the Front Man) will be one of the season’s most exciting storylines.


    Park Gyu-young (No-eul)


    No-eul went against the system in Season 2—and now must deal with the consequences. Will she survive or escape?


    Park Sung-hoon (Hyun-ju)


    Hyun-ju, once a soldier, is now leading the fight with Gi-Hun. Get ready for an action-packed showdown.


    Yang Dong-geun (Young-sik)


    Young-sik is unsure—should he play it safe or rise up against the games?


    Kang Ae-sim (Jang Geum-ja)


    Geum-ja will do anything to protect her son, even if it means risking her own life.


    Jo Yuri (Jun-hee)


    Jun-hee is pregnant and determined to survive. She must avoid Myung-gi’s tricks and protect her baby.


    Lee David (Min-su)


    Min-su wants to fix his past mistakes. But his journey might take a shocking turn.


    Roh Jae-won (Nam-gyu)


    Nam-gyu is dangerous. He’ll do whatever it takes to win—even if it means using violence.

    Season 3 will be the most intense chapter yet. As secrets come out and loyalties are tested, the games get even more dangerous. Gi-Hun is more determined than ever to stop the deadly system—but will he succeed?

    With returning stars and new characters, Season 3 is bringing a huge battle full of emotion, action, and surprises.

    Squid Game 3

  • US says to deny visas over antisemitic social media posts, harassment of Jewish people

    US says to deny visas over antisemitic social media posts, harassment of Jewish people

    US immigration authorities said Wednesday they will look at social media accounts and deny visas or residence permits to people who post content considered anti-Semitic by President Donald Trump’s administration.

    Posts defined as anti-Semitic will include social media activity in support of militant groups classified by the United States as terrorists, including Hamas, Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Huthi insurgents.

    The move comes after the Trump administration has controversially canceled visas for students inside the United States, where the First Amendment of the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech.

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem “has made it clear that anyone who thinks they can come to America and hide behind the First Amendment to advocate for anti-Semitic violence and terrorism — think again. You are not welcome here,” department spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement.

    The US Citizenship and Immigration Services “will consider social media content that indicates an alien endorsing, espousing, promoting or supporting anti-Semitic terrorism, anti-Semitic terrorist organizations or other anti-Semitic activity as a negative factor” in determining benefits, the statement said.

    The policy will take effect immediately and apply to student visas and requests for permanent resident “green cards” to stay in the United States.

    Secretary of State Marco Rubio said late last month that he has stripped visas for some 300 people and was doing so on a daily basis.

    Rubio said that non-US citizens do not have the same rights as Americans and that it was at his discretion, not that of judges, to issue or deny visas.

    A number of people stripped of visas contend that they never voiced antipathy for Jews, with some saying that they were targeted because they found themselves in the same place as protests.

    The most high-profile deportation case is Mahmoud Khalil, who led protests at Columbia University in New York. He was also taken to Louisiana ahead of deportation proceedings, despite being a US permanent resident.

    The Trump administration has also stripped millions of dollars worth of federal funding to leading universities, with officials saying they did not respond properly to combat anti-Semitism during protests that erupted over the Gaza war.

  • DDLJ makes history: London to honour Shah Rukh and Kajol with iconic statue

    DDLJ makes history: London to honour Shah Rukh and Kajol with iconic statue

    In a historic first for Indian cinema, the timeless love story of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) is set to be immortalised in bronze at London’s famous Leicester Square. The statue, capturing the iconic pose of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol from the 1995 romantic classic, will become part of the prestigious Scenes in the Square movie trail—making DDLJ the first-ever Indian film to receive this honour.

    Set to be unveiled this spring, the sculpture celebrates not only the film’s legacy but also marks the beginning of DDLJ’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The bronze tribute will be placed on the eastern terrace outside the Odeon Cinema, depicting the moment when Raj and Simran first cross paths in London—unaware of the love story that awaits them. The location, where the characters unknowingly pass each other, is symbolic for fans who cherish the film’s opening scenes.

    Produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by Aditya Chopra in his debut, DDLJ has become a cornerstone of Indian cinema, redefining the romantic genre for generations. Its impact continues to resonate deeply with global audiences, especially the five million-strong British South Asian community for whom the story is both nostalgic and culturally significant.

    Mark Williams, Deputy Chief Executive of the Heart of London Business Alliance, praised the addition of Shah Rukh and Kajol to the trail, which already features iconic characters like Harry Potter, Mr. Bean, and Mary Poppins. “This statue is a fitting tribute to the global popularity of Bollywood and a celebration of London’s rich diversity,” he said, adding that it will draw fans from across the globe to the capital’s entertainment heart.

    Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, expressed pride in the milestone: “It’s an honour for DDLJ to be the first Indian film represented in ‘Scenes in the Square’. This statue showcases the global love for our cinema and builds bridges between cultures through storytelling.”

    Since its release in 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge has enjoyed unparalleled success, becoming one of the longest-running films in Indian cinematic history. The upcoming statue is not just a tribute to a film—it’s a celebration of a cultural phenomenon that continues to inspire love stories around the world.

    As DDLJ joins the ranks of global film greats in London, the statue of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol stands as a bronze symbol of Bollywood’s enduring charm and its place on the world stage.

  • Heated debate between Barrister Gohar, Salman Raja at KP House, claims journalist

    Heated debate between Barrister Gohar, Salman Raja at KP House, claims journalist

    Journalist Haider Sherazi claimed on Wednesday that a heated debate occurred between Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar Khan and Secretary General Salman Akram Raja at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) House, Islamabad on Tuesday when the latter said that there should have been an expression of solidarity with the party founder’s sister for not letting them visit Adiala Jail earlier in the week. 

    Appearing on a private news channel, the journalist said that in response to Raja’s claims, Gohar stated that Imran Khan was being regularly visited in jail by party leaders in the past, and Raja’s name was not on the list on several occasions, yet he still managed to meet Imran Khan; therefore, this matter should not be brought under discussion.


    On Tuesday, Imran Khan’s sisters were barred from meeting her brother at Adiala Jail. However, Barrister Gohar, Barrister Ali Zafar, Zaheer Abbas, and other lawyers were allowed to enter the jail, media reports had earlier claimed.

    Meanwhile, as per a leading English newspaper, despite the names of Barrister Gohar and Ali Zafar not being included in the list handed over to Adiala jail authorities, both visited Imran Khan. To this, some PTI members raised objections.

    Following Raja’s word ‘Manzoor-e-Nazar’ (favorite), purportedly used for Senator Ali Zafar, the latter expressed regret over the remarks. The Senator, while talking to media outside Islamabad High Court (IHC) had claimed that Raja’s comments regarding the meeting with the founder of the PTI have created a new controversy.

    In a conversation with the media at Parliament House on Wednesday, Gohar, while calling Ali Zafar “an honest man”, stressed, “I want to unite the party, even if I have to leave my position. I express serious reservations about the word Manzoor-e-Nazar.”


    The PTI secretary general told journalists that it was decided with everyone’s consent that he would give six names of lawyers, whereas on Tuesday, the names of the six lawyers he gave were not allowed as only Manzoor-e-Nazar were allowed to meet Imran Khan.

    The PTI Secretary General said that Imran Khan had not called anyone on Tuesday as he had spoken to the family, and they were fine. Raja categorically cleared that in the future, anyone whose name was not on the list should not meet Imran Khan.

  • Pakistan’s Noor Zaman reaches U-23 World Squash Championship final

    Pakistan’s Noor Zaman reaches U-23 World Squash Championship final

    Pakistan’s Noor Zaman has secured a place in the final of the Under-23 World Squash Championship after an impressive performance in the men’s semi-final held in Karachi.

    Noor Zaman displayed exceptional skill against Malaysia’s Chandaran in the semi-final. He dominated the game by winning the first set 11-6 and continued his momentum with an 11-2 victory in the second set.

    During the third set, Noor Zaman was leading 6-4 when Chandaran suffered an injury, forcing him to withdraw from the match, allowing Noor Zaman to advance to the final.

    In the other semi-final, Egypt’s Karim Al-Torki triumphed over his compatriot and top seed Ibrahim Al-Kabani with a 3-1 victory. The final scores were 11-7, 2-11, 8-11, and 5-11 in favour of Karim Al-Torki. Noor Zaman will now face Karim Al-Torki in the championship final tomorrow.

    Meanwhile, in the women’s event, Hong Kong’s Chin Sin Yuk booked her place in the final after defeating her Malaysian opponent in a thrilling five-game match. The women’s final will see Chin Sin Yuk take on Egypt’s Fairoz Aboulkhair for the title.

  • Pakistan in trouble as Olympics 2028 limits cricket to six teams

    Pakistan in trouble as Olympics 2028 limits cricket to six teams

    The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to include six men’s and six women’s cricket teams in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, 128 years after the sport’s last appearance at the Games in 1900 in Paris.

    The cricket tournament at the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 will follow the T20 format. Each of the men’s and women’s events will feature six teams, with a total player quota of 90 for each category. Every team will consist of 15 players.

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has 12 full members. The IOC Executive Board has approved the event program and athlete quota, but the venues for the cricket matches at the Los Angeles Olympics are yet to be decided.

    Pakistan may face challenges in qualifying for the Olympic cricket competition. Currently, the Pakistan men’s team is ranked seventh in the ICC rankings, while the women’s team is ranked eighth. Only the top six teams in the ICC rankings will qualify for the Olympics, making it crucial for Pakistan to improve its ranking to secure a spot.

    A total of 11,198 athletes will participate in the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. The event will feature 31 Olympic sports and five additional host-venue sports. In total, there will be 351 medal events, with 55 medals in aquatics and 48 in athletics.

    Across 36 sports, the games will see participation from 5,543 male and 5,655 female athletes. Out of the 351 medal events, 161 will be for women, 165 will be for men, and 25 will be for mixed-gender competitions.

    For the first time in Olympic history, women’s football will have 16 teams, while the men’s event will feature 12 teams. Swimming events will also see the addition of 50-meter races in backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke categories.

    The IOC board has also approved new medal events in sports climbing and rowing.

    Under the Los Angeles host program, squash will feature 16-player draws for both men and women. Additionally, six teams will compete in flag football, lacrosse, softball, and cricket. In water polo, two more women’s teams have been added to the competition lineup.

  • Mothers can’t be denied child custody if she remarries: Lahore High Court

    Mothers can’t be denied child custody if she remarries: Lahore High Court

    The Lahore High Court has ruled that a mother cannot be denied the custody of her minor child solely on the basis of her getting married again, a leading English newspaper has reported. 

    Stressing that the wellbeing of the child must take precedence over all else, Justice Syed Ahsan Raza set aside rulings of appellate and trial courts which had granted custody of a 10-year-old boy to his father. 

    The child’s parents had gotten married in 2012 and then divorced via a court decree. 

    Justice Ahsan ruled that the child must immediately be handed over to his mother, from whom he had been taken. 

    “In exceptional circumstances, and if deemed in the best interest of the minor, custody can be awarded to a mother who has remarried,” the judge stated. 

    “It is an admitted fact that the minor had lived his entire life with the petitioner (mother), and to remove him from her custody solely due to her remarriage is not a legally or morally sufficient standard,” the judgment read. 

    The mother’s lawyer had argued before the court that she was the best option to care for the child’s health, education and emotional needs. The father’s lawyers had argued that the mother’s remarriage had rendered her ineligible for raising the boy. 

    Justice Kazmi noted that legality of the case depended on whether the mother’s remarriage alone disqualified her from custody and whether her financial status had been fairly assessed.

    He said that both lower courts had erred by relying exclusively on the two factors to award custody to the father.

  • Tabilo stuns Djokovic in Monte Carlo Masters

    Tabilo stuns Djokovic in Monte Carlo Masters

    Novak Djokovic suffered a shocking early exit from the Monte Carlo Masters, losing in straight sets to Chilean player Alejandro Tabilo. The world No. 32 dominated the match, securing a 6-3, 6-4 victory in just under 90 minutes on Court Rainier III.

    Djokovic, playing his first match on clay since winning Olympic gold last summer, struggled from the start. Tabilo broke his serve twice in the first set, while Djokovic’s errors continued in the second. The Serbian legend, who lost to teenager Jakub Mensik in last month’s Miami Masters final, admitted his disappointment.

    “I expected to put in a decent performance, but not like this. It was horrible,” Djokovic told the ATP’s official site. “I knew I was going to have a tough match, but I didn’t expect to play this badly. I feel sorry for the fans who had to watch this.”

    Tabilo will now face 15th seed Grigor Dimitrov in the last 16. Dimitrov fought back from a set down to beat wildcard Valentin Vacherot 4-6, 6-3, 6-1.

    Alcaraz, Ruud, and Medvedev Advance to the Third Round

    Meanwhile, world No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a slow start to claim his first Monte Carlo victory, beating Francisco Cerúndolo 3-6, 6-0, 6-1. The 21-year-old, already a four-time Grand Slam champion, admitted he needed to change his strategy after the first set.

    “I made a lot of mistakes and let him dominate,” Alcaraz said. “I knew I had to be more aggressive, use drop shots, and push him back.”

    Alcaraz will play Daniel Altmaier in the third round after the German qualifier defeated Richard Gasquet 7-5, 5-7, 6-2. Gasquet, a veteran of the sport, is playing his final Monte Carlo Masters before retiring after the French Open.

    Fourth seed Casper Ruud had an easy win against Roberto Bautista Agut, cruising to a 6-2, 6-1 victory. Elsewhere, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina defeated Argentina’s Tomás Martín Etcheverry 7-6 (2), 6-3 and will now face British No. 1 Jack Draper.

     

    Rublev, De Minaur, and Medvedev Progress, Tiafoe Eliminated

    Defending champion Andrey Rublev marked his first match under new coach Marat Safin with a solid 6-4, 7-6 (2) win over Gaël Monfils. Other seeds progressing included Alex De Minaur, Arthur Fils, and Lorenzo Musetti.

    De Minaur, who reached the French Open quarter-finals last year, showcased his growing confidence on clay by staging an impressive comeback against Tomáš Macháč. The world No. 10 lost the first set but recovered to win 3-6, 6-0, 6-3, setting up a last-16 clash with Daniil Medvedev.

    Medvedev, however, had to fight hard in a nearly three-hour battle against Alexandre Müller, eventually winning 7-6 (6), 5-7, 6-2. Meanwhile, 14th seed Frances Tiafoe was knocked out after losing in three sets to Australian Alexei Popyrin.

    As the tournament progresses, the competition remains fierce, with several top players still in contention for the title.

  • Liverpool confident in securing new deal for Salah: reports

    Liverpool confident in securing new deal for Salah: reports

    Liverpool are making significant strides in negotiations over a new contract for star footballer Mohamed Salah, with Premier League leaders growing increasingly confident that the Egyptian forward will remain at Anfield next season, according to reports on Wednesday.

    The 32-year-old, whose current contract expires at the end of the season, is among several key Liverpool players facing uncertain futures. Club captain Virgil van Dijk and right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold are also in the final months of their contracts. While Alexander-Arnold has been heavily linked with a potential free transfer to Real Madrid, Van Dijk recently confirmed that discussions over his contract renewal are progressing following Liverpool’s 3-2 defeat to Fulham on Sunday.

    Although no formal agreements have been reached, optimism remains high within the club regarding Salah and Van Dijk committing their futures to Liverpool.

    Salah has been a prolific goal scorer for the Reds, currently leading the Premier League scoring charts with 27 goals this season. Since he arrived from Roma in 2017, he has netted an impressive 243 goals in 394 appearances. His contributions have been instrumental in Liverpool’s success, including their Champions League triumph and the historic 2020 Premier League title win, which ended a 30-year domestic league drought. In total, he has lifted eight trophies with the club.

    Despite persistent links to a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, Salah has consistently expressed his desire to stay at Liverpool. However, contract negotiations have seen ups and downs. In November, he hinted that he was “probably more out than in,” and a month later, he suggested that a new deal was still “far away.”

    With Liverpool eager to secure their star player’s future, the club’s confidence in reaching an agreement suggests that fans may soon receive positive news regarding Salah’s continued presence at Anfield.

  • Cristiano Ronaldo enhances security measures after threats in Saudi Arabia

    Cristiano Ronaldo enhances security measures after threats in Saudi Arabia

    Portugal’s star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez have made significant changes to their security arrangements in Saudi Arabia following threatening messages received on social media.

    According to media reports, after receiving alarming messages, the Al-Nassr star and his partner decided to strengthen their security. They have replaced their former chief bodyguard and other security staff.

    Additionally, they have reduced the online presence of their children and refrained from sharing personal family moments on social media. The Saudi police are also cooperating in their enhanced security measures.

    A new chief security officer, Claudio Miguel Vez, has been appointed. He is known as an expert in high-risk protection in Portugal. Since joining Al-Nassr in 2023, Ronaldo and Georgina have been residing in Saudi Arabia, adapting to their new life with heightened security.

    Moreover, Ronaldo has replaced his previous bodyguard, Claudio Vez, who has previously protected musicians and footballers residing in Portugal’s high-risk areas, including Rafael Leão and Gelson Martins.

    Recently, during Paris Fashion Week, Georgina Rodriguez faced controversy when Vez used a powerful torch to prevent photographers from capturing her as she exited her vehicle. This act drew criticism on social media.