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• Real Madrid is reportedly confident in its ability to secure a transfer for Manchester City midfielder Rodri. • Inter Milan is considering a renewed effort to sign 25-year-old Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones. • Tottenham defender Cristian Romero's potential move to Inter Milan may be blocked if the club signs 32-year-old John Stones on a free transfer.

• Director Yeon Sang-ho is returning to the 'Parasyte' franchise to helm a new live-action series titled 'Parasyte: Tamiya'. • The upcoming production will feature actress Shioli Kutsuna and is scheduled for release on Netflix in 2027. • This project expands the live-action adaptation of the popular series, leveraging Yeon Sang-ho's previous experience with the franchise.

• The 2026 Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland has unveiled its official program, featuring an "adventurous selection" of films designed to tackle contemporary challenges. • The lineup includes works from acclaimed directors such as Hong Sang-soo, Albert Serra, Vincent Grashaw, Erin Vassilopoulos, and Nelson Yeo. • High-profile actors including Isabelle Huppert, Monica Bellucci, and Caleb Landry Jones will appear in films premiering at the event.

• The Locarno Film Festival has unveiled an "adventurous" official lineup featuring a diverse selection of new films and high-profile talent. • The program includes works by acclaimed directors such as Hong Sang-soo and Nelson Yeo, with starring roles for actors Monica Bellucci, Isabelle Huppert, and Caleb Landry Jones. • Artistic Director Giona A. Nazzaro stated that the selection aims to address contemporary challenges while maintaining a strong focus on storytelling and entertainment.

• ATEEZ secured the prestigious Daesang (Grand Prize) during the second day of the 2026 Asia Star Entertainer Awards held in Japan. • Stray Kids were crowned Best Group, highlighting a night dominated by top K-pop acts and electrifying live performances. • The event serves as a major celebration of Korean entertainment, recognizing the global influence of K-pop and K-drama stars across Asia.