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• An unnamed veteran 80s metal band has announced its first U.K. tour in over a decade as part of a final farewell run before officially disbanding. • Following the U.K. dates, the tour will expand across Europe starting March 21, with scheduled stops in 12 countries including Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. • This tour marks a significant milestone for fans, providing a last opportunity to see the metal icons perform live before their permanent retirement.

• The European Central Bank (ECB) has unveiled ten finalist designs for future euro banknotes, divided into two primary themes: culture and nature. • The culture theme features icons such as Leonardo da Vinci, Maria Callas, Beethoven, and Marie Curie, while the nature theme focuses on birds symbolizing European biodiversity. • This initiative allows European citizens to vote for their preferred designs via a survey on the ECB's website, ranging from minimalist to traditional styles.

• The European Central Bank (ECB) has unveiled ten finalist designs for future euro banknotes, focusing on themes of culture and nature. • Proposed designs include portraits of iconic figures such as Leonardo da Vinci for the €100 note, Bertha von Suttner for the €200 note, as well as Maria Callas, Beethoven, and Marie Curie. • Other options feature birds to symbolize Europe's biodiversity, reflecting a choice between celebrating human intellectual achievement or environmental preservation.

• The 24th Director's Cut Awards recently honored outstanding contributions across the Korean film and drama industries, featuring a historic first with three directors hosting the live ceremony. • Key winners include TVXQ's Yunho, who earned Best New Actor (Series) for his role in *Low Life*, and Park Jihoon, both recognized as successful idol-turned-actors. • Park Chan Wook’s film *No Other Choice* secured multiple awards, continuing its strong momentum throughout the current Korean awards season.