As cries of “ oppa saranghae !” ring out, South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun seems pleasantly overwhelmed by the huge crowd gathered in front of the stage at KCON 2024 L.A. Kim Soo-hyun at KCON 2024. AdvertisementActor Park Min-young at KCON 2024. Lin and her sisters, Lily and Dewi, flew in from Georgia at the last minute to see Kim Soo-hyun. And people of all ages were excited to cheer on girl group Bini, the first all- Filipino act to hit the KCON stage.

The fashion and retail industry in the United Kingdom had a significant deflationary trend in July, as per the most recent data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). This extended era of price cuts in the fashion retail industry is a reflection of both retailers’ attempts to encourage customer spending through competitive pricing methods and ongoing sluggish demand. Given the uncertainties surrounding the effects of climate change on raw materials and the growing geopolitical tensions, fashion retailers may have to deal with supply chain disruptions and higher production costs in the near future. In the latter half of 2024, the ability of fashion retailers to keep up competitive pricing while making adjustments for possible cost rises will be critical to maintaining consumer engagement and market growth. This circumstance highlights how local retail dynamics and global economic variables interact intricately to shape the fashion retail landscape in the UK.

Pep Guardiola dropped Kalvin Phillips into the defence because he 'struggles in the small spaces' when playing in midfield. Phillips has played in each of Manchester City's three pre-season friendlies, but was unconvincing in midfield against Celtic and AC Milan. "He was really good for the problems we had. I know Kalvin when he gets the ball and can see all the pitch in front of him he's a really good player. I want to say thank you for Rico (Lewis) and Oscar (Bobb), especially Rico for playing 90 minutes three times.

Rescue teams including soldiers have been searching for survivors of landslides that tore through the town of Chooralmala and other parts of Kerala. Authorities said on Wednesday that at least 166 people had died and 195 others were injured in landslides triggered by heavy rains in the southern Indian state. Almost 200 people are believed to be still missing

German Train Services Face Ongoing Crisis And Delays Deutsche Bahn struggles to maintain timely services amid infrastructure woes and operational chaosA nation known for its engineering prowess is grappling with a train service that resembles more of a Kafkaesque nightmare than a showcase of efficiency. Fast forward to today, and this reputation lies in tatters as incidents of delays, cancellations, and operational mismanagement have become the norm. Various factors have contributed to the decline of Deutsche Bahn services. But despite Germany's attempts to repair its image as a reliable rail service, investing in infrastructure remains a challenging proposition. One thing appears certain: the journey ahead for Deutsche Bahn will require substantial overhaul, both in terms of operational philosophy and infrastructural investment.

Israeli Military Inquiry Into Detainee Abuse Stirs National Outrage The investigation into alleged mistreatment of Palestinian detainees at Sde Teiman sparks protests and exposes deep social divisions in IsraelIn recent weeks, a highly contentious investigation by the Israeli military into alleged abuse of Palestinian detainees at the Sde Teiman detention camp has ignited protests and political outrage across Israel. The Israeli military's inquiry was prompted after reports surfaced of substantial abuses occurring at Sde Teiman, a facility located in the Negev desert, often compared to an Israeli version of Guantanamo Bay. The conflict between adhering to military protocol and the demands of the far-right faction creates intense pressure on Israeli governance. The allegations of abuse at Sde Teiman underscore a broader narrative regarding the treatment of prisoners in times of conflict and ethical considerations surrounding national security. In retrospect, the uproar surrounding the Sde Teiman camp encapsulates a broader struggle within Israel over the narratives of victimhood, duty, and morality.

A man watches the news on TV after Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting his residence in the Iranian capital Tehran, Iran. Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas, was killed in an airstrike in Tehran in the early hours of Wednesday morning, the group said, just hours after Israel claimed it had killed a top Hezbollah commander in Beirut. Hamas blamed Israel for Haniyeh’s death, which one official described as a “grave escalation”. The dual assassinations are heavy blows to Hamas and Hezbollah, but also raise the stakes for Iran, which backs both groups. Haniyeh’s killing was “a grave escalation that will not achieve its goals”, a Hamas official told Reuters.

Methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, are rising rapidly, posing a significant threat to the climate and requiring urgent mitigation efforts, scientists warn. The Global Methane Pledge aims for a 30% reduction by 2030, but current policies cover only 13% of emissions. Methane is 80 times more effective at trapping heat than CO2 but dissipates faster, offering a quicker path to reducing global warming. — Drew Shindell, climate scientist at Duke UniversityWhy this matters:Unchecked methane emissions accelerate global warming and exacerbate climate impacts. Addressing methane offers an immediate way to slow temperature increases and mitigate near-term climate risks.

Kamala Harris has challenged the Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, and his running mate, JD Vance, to meet her in a debate and address their criticisms directly. Harris, addressing a crowd of 10,000 during a campaign event at the Georgia State Convocation Center in Atlanta, said: 'I do hope Trump will agree to meet me on the debate stage, because as the saying goes – if you got something to say, say it to my face'

New Manchester United signing Leny Yoro has been spotted wearing a protective boot and on crutches at the club's USA tour training base. It was a second injury blow of the game after Rasmus Hojlund was forced off with a suspected hamstring injury. Leny Yoro spotting at UCLA today after Manchester United training… on crutches, in a boot. #MUFCtour #ManchesterUnited pic.twitter.com/UsDmzAnxdo — Ryan (@rdeeb00) July 31, 2024“We were careful especially with Leny [Yoro] as he only did 50 per cent of the [training] sessions. He has to come up but let's be positive and see what comes out.”Yoro has now been spotting with a protective boot on his left foot amid reports that United are still assessing the extent of the injury.

Sky News reports that the cycle of attacks by Israel and Hezbollah are becoming increasingly hard to stop. BBC News, The Telegraph, The Guardian, Reuters, Sky News, The Independent, ITV News, The Daily Mail and The Times report that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in an Israeli attack in the Iranian capital, the group has said. The Financial Times, The Times and The New Statesman report that far-right protesters have stormed two army bases in Israel in response to the arrests. The Times reports that King’s College London will revise its investment policy into arms companies after pro-Gaza protests from the student body on its campuses. The Times publishes an article by Natasha Hausdorff, who argues that a ban on arms exports to Israel would only help Iran.

Girls aged nine, six and seven died and another five children and two adults were left with critical injuries. "Last night the streets were so quiet, you could taste the sadness and the misery of it all," Jenkins, a 52-year-old writer, told AFP. "Now it's just the aftermath and the shock of the fact that we're all having to come to terms with it." One of the biggest questions was how it could happen in the sleepy town. - 'Pull together' -Bar worker Connor Hodge, 24, also declared himself "in shock" that the deaths could happen "so close to home".

Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Get the latest City team news, transfer stories, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox - FREESomething went wrong, please try again later. READ MORE: What Jack Grealish did after Man City goal vs Barcelona showed his true coloursREAD MORE: Man City player ratings vs Barcelona as Grealish and Phillips good"He got some niggles. "He was injured, he had a long injury last season," said the City chief of the midfielder.

artsGrease - Not Really The One That I WantThe cast of GREASE UK & Ireland Tour. Credit Marc BrennerHope Dawe (centre) & cast in GREASE UK & Ireland Tour. Credit Marc BrennerHope Dawe in GREASE UK & Ireland Tour. Credit Marc BrennerThe cast of GREASE UK & Ireland Tour. Roll on Aladdin, the Alhambra needs a bit of magic back on stage.

Appearing on Fox News, Trump repeated his weekend remarks to Christian summit attendees that they would never need to vote again if he returns to the presidency in November. But, after being asked repeatedly on Fox News to clarify what he meant, the Republican former president denied threatening to permanently stay in office beyond his second – and constitutionally mandated final – four-year term