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Netflix’s The Wonderfools: Cha Eun-woo and Park Eun-bin crowned K-drama couple of the year in brilliantly weird hit
Netflix’s The Wonderfools has turned out to be unexpectedly lovable, as one X user put it, a joyous, heartfelt ride that few saw coming. What audiences didn’t anticipate was just how much fun it would be, or how firmly it would shut down the long-running 'Cha Eun-woo can’t act' narrative. The argument has always felt a little out of step anyway, given his steady work in projects like Island, True Beauty, and beyond, where he’s consistently shown range and control.So, what's Wonderfools really a...
Netflix Has 250 Million Ad Viewers. Now It Has To Prove Their Value
BusinessMediaNetflix Has 250 Million Ad Viewers. Now It Has To Prove Their ValueByMaureen Kerr,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Maureen Kerr covers AI, media and entertainment economics.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 02:15am EDTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 13: Amy Reinhard speaks onstage during the 2026 Netflix Upfront at Sunset Pier 94 Studios on May 13, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Netflix)Getty Images for NetflixNetflix...
Audemars Piguet x Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ sparks UAE resale frenzy as prices soar to nearly 20 times retail from $500 to $6800
Dubai: The Audemars Piguet x Swatch ‘Royal Pop’, a colourful version of the iconic Royal Oak, retails for around $300 to $500 (Dh1,100 to Dh1,850). However, the watch is already being sold online at much higher prices.In the UAE, some resellers are listing the watch for between Dh19,999 and Dh25,000 ($5,400 to $6,800), far above its original retail price. That means some buyers are willing to pay nearly 20 times the original retail value just to secure the statement piece. Get updated faster and...
Concert pianist Jayson Gillham sues Melbourne Symphony Orchestra after being dumped over Gaza comments
Concert pianist Jayson Gillham sues Melbourne Symphony Orchestra after being dumped over Gaza commentsGillham sues MSO over Gaza speech Contract axed after 2024 performanceCase tests artists' free speech rights By LIZ HOBDAY FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 06:38, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 06:39, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Robot monks stride out for Lotus Lantern Festival parade in Seoul
Dubai: Humanoid robot monks joined thousands of participants at Seoul’s colourful Lotus Lantern Festival parade, drawing huge crowds ahead of Buddha’s Birthday celebrations. The robot monk, “Gabi”, created by South Korea’s Jogye Order, bowed, greeted spectators and marched alongside traditional lantern displays through central Seoul.Organisers said the appearance symbolised efforts to connect Buddhism with younger generations through modern technology. The annual Yeondeunghoe festival, recognise...
Bride has two weddings in two days for grandad with dementia
Bride has two weddings in two days for grandad with dementia10 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRichard SwinglerEmma said she has always been "really close" to her grandparentsOscar EdwardsBBC WalesA newlywed bride was given the gift of two weddings in two days so her grandfather with dementia could walk her down the aisle from his care home.Emma Noake, 34, tied the knot in April but her beloved grandad George Lacey was unable to attend due to his worsening symptoms.A second wedding d...
Aamir Khan compares Thugs of Hindostan to Sholay, explains box office failure: 'It bounced back badly'
Aamir Khan has had a few misses over the years, but the actor, known for his meticulous approach to filmmaking, has never shied away from reflecting on what went wrong. He recently revisited one of the most talked-about misfires of his career, Thugs of Hindostan (2018).Speaking at the SCREEN Academy Masterclass at Whistling Woods International in Mumbai, the actor talked about film, despite its scale and ambition, lost its way long before it reached audiences. Aamir, who is known for his instinc...
Abu Dhabi to host Michael Jackson tribute show, This is Michael: Dates, tickets and presale
Michael Jackson’s music rewired pop culture; no one has ever questioned that statement. From the playful horror of Thriller to the swagger of Billie Jean, his music videos are known for carrying powerful messages and rhetoric that won't fade with time. Beat It, being one of the best examples. Every anecdote about MJ is now embedded in history, be it the moonwalk, or the fans who would faint at the sight of him in concerts, or even the attempts to cover his songs.The enduring fascination spilt in...
Tamil film producer K Rajan dies at 85 in Chennai, investigation underway
Veteran Tamil film producer K Rajan, known for his long-standing presence in the Tamil cinema industry and outspoken public persona, was found dead in Chennai on Sunday, May 17. He was 85.According to several Indian outlets, police have stated that initial reports point to suicide, but a detailed investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances surrounding his death and the factors that may have led to it.A long career in Tamil cinemaRajan was a familiar name in the industry,...
French star Patrick Bruel denies multiple sexual assault allegations
Singer and actor who has appeared in more than 40 films faces investigations in France and BelgiumThe French singer and actor Patrick Bruel, the subject of multiple rape allegations, protested his innocence on Sunday and said he would not step away from his work.The Paris prosecutor’s office announced earlier on Sunday that Bruel was the subject of at least four complaints of sexual assault in France, and that the cases would be investigated together.Agence France-Presse contributed to this repo...
Who is Aaron Rai’s golfer wife Gaurika Bishnoi? All about PGA Champion’s personal life
Aaron Rai’s PGA Championship victory brought fresh attention to his relationship with fellow professional golfer Gaurika Bishnoi. Bishnoi, an accomplished Indian golfer with eight wins on the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour, has become an important part of Rai’s personal and professional journey. Rai openly credited his wife for helping him through the pressure of major championship golf, while Bishnoi’s supportive social media posts and tournament appearances highlighted the close bond the pair shar...
RJ Mahvash breaks silence on Chahal relationship rumours after unfollow drama
RJ Mahvash addressed social media speculation about her relationship with Yuzvendra Chahal, clarifying that unfollowing each other on Instagram stemmed from a minor disagreement. She emphasized that such actions are common among friends and do not signify deeper issues, highlighting her loyalty and support for Chahal during his past mental health struggles.
Watch: Two fighter jets collide mid-air during US air show
Los Angeles: All four crew members ejected safely after two Navy jets collided on Sunday during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in western Idaho, officials said.The two US Navy EA-18G Growlers from the Electronic Attack Squadron 129 in Whidbey Island, Washington, were performing an aerial demonstration when they collided, said Cmdr. Amelia Umayam, spokesperson for Naval Air Forces, US Pacific Fleet.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. T...
Pianist Jayson Gillham’s case against MSO mustn’t turn into ‘roving inquiry’ on Middle East conflict, judge warns
Federal court case of classical pianist who alleges Melbourne Symphony Orchestra unlawfully discriminated due to his views beginsThe judge hearing the case of a classical pianist who alleges the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra unlawfully discriminated against him because of his views on Israeli forces killing Palestianian journalists says the matter will not be a “roving inquiry” over conflict in the Middle East.Pianist Jayson Gillham is suing the MSO over a cancelled Melbourne concert he was contr...
‘Michael’ reclaims the top box office spot in its 4th weekend
After two weeks trailing “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” reclaimed the No. 1 spot at the North American box office with $26.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and counting. It still has a way to go to surpass the current reigning champion of musical biopics: “Bohemian Rhapsody.” The Queen movie grossed over $910.8 million worldwide. There were also...
IU breaks down amid Perfect Crown backlash on her birthday: 'Scold me more, I keep falling short…'
Singer and actor IU closed her latest drama on a career high in ratings, yet her expression at the finale told a far more complicated story. Despite the success of the series, a wave of controversies surrounding the production cast a shadow over its conclusion. The Perfect Crown: IU and Byeon Woo-seok’s royal romance outperforms backlash, fans call it 'the best yet'IU apologizes for acting, historical distortions after Perfect Crown finale with Tears .She could not end with a bright smile even...
Aussie model's American dream turns into a nightmare: 'I could get kicked out any day'
Aussie model's American dream turns into a nightmare: 'I could get kicked out any day' See more Daily Mail on Google – save us as a Preferred SourceREAD: How The Bachelor's Natalie Sady turned her life aroundBy WAYNE FLOWER, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 03:00, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 03:00, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Shopping frenzy over special edition Swatch pocket watch
A special edition Swatch pocket watch triggered crowds reminiscent of past Black Fridays. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Kars4Kids commercials banned in California over 'deceptive and misleading jingle'
Orange County Judge Gassia Apkarian made the ruling after discovering that most of the organization's money goes to an Orthodox Jewish non-profit.
26/27 Upfront: Broadcast Series Average Age On Air Triples Since 96/97
BusinessMedia26/27 Upfront: Broadcast Series Average Age On Air Triples Since 96/97ByTed Linhart,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ted Linhart is an expert in TV performance data.Follow AuthorMay 17, 2026, 09:38pm EDTFred Silverman, as head of CBS programming in 1973, with his programming board when schedules really mattered.CBS via Getty ImagesThis past week was “upfront week” in New York when the broadcast networks unveiled their new schedules, a...