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Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Byun hee-bong, a veteran South Korean actor who appeared in several films by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho, has died age 81. Byun died on Monday after complications related to a return of the pancreatic cancer that had previously occurred and been treated, according to the semi-official Yonhap News agency. The precise circumstances of his demise were not disclosed. He was born in Jangseon, South Jeolla Province, and started work at an unspecified time in live theater before becoming a voice performer for state TV network MBC in 1966. His TV work in the 1980s and 1990s included series including: 1981’s ”The First Republic”; 1985’s “The Joseon Dynasty 500 Years: Seouljungmae”; and 1999’s “The Legendary Doctor Hur Jun.” His first reliably recorded feature film work was in Bong’s breakout 2000 film “Barking Dogs Never Bite.” Byun appeared in significant roles in three other films by Bong: the cultish “Memories of Murder,” in 2003; 2006 Cannes presentation and box office hit “The Host”; and “Okja,” the creature feature which marked Netflix’s film production debut in Korea and which also appeared Cannes. Byun picked up half a dozen best supporting actor nominations in Korea and regionally in Asia for his role as Hie-bong in “The Host,” converting two of those into wins, at the Asia Pacific Film Festival and Korea’s Blue Dragon Awards.

It's the time of year to see spiders scurrying across walls and floors as they dash across your home looking for a mate.

Jonnie Irwin has shared his frustration over cancer waiting times as he snapped a photo of himself wearing an oxygen mask.

Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins made "a human being" out of former health secretary Matt Hancock, apparently. The 44 year old has attracted so much vitriolic energy over the last couple of years - mainly thanks to his mid-lockdown jaunt to visit a secret girlfriend while the rest of the UK couldn't see their nearest and dearest - but by appearing in the last series of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and this month's hellish SAS show, the politician is hoping to come out smelling of roses in the public eye.

The much-anticipated revival of Australian soap Neighbours has launched with a host of familiar faces alongside a glamorous-yet-mysterious new character played by The OC’s Mischa Barton.The new chapter of Neighbours saw fan-favourites Guy Pearce and Annie Jones reprise their roles as Mike Young and Jane Harris after the former flames rekindled their relationship in the “final” episodes of the series last July. Meanwhile characters Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) and his on-screen wife Susan (Jackie Woodburne), also returned for the first episode, alongside Harold Bishop (Ian Smith) who was intent on showing new character JJ Varga-Murphy (Riley Bryant) his book about the history of Ramsay Street.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are well-known for their dedication to the roles, as well as their loveable and supportive behaviour toward one another in public. Very few of us need reminding that the royal couple met when they were both students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland in 2001. While they both started out as just friends, their closeness quickly blossomed into a relationship.

Olly Murs was one of the headline acts at the star-studded Marchella housewarming party thrown by his pals Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan last month. In an exclusive chat with OK!, the Troublemaker singer revealed he'd been asked to perform as a favour to Mark - but thinks his friend was having too much of a good time to remember the show! Mark and Michelle hosted the big bash to celebrate them finally moving into their £3.5 million Essex mansion at the end of August.

Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that Jacob Gallagher is in for a traumatic time as he ends up in hospital. In recent weeks, viewers have watched as Victoria Sugden and Suni Sharma have worked hard to make the food at the Hide Bistro a success as owner Gabby Thomas prepares to sell. With that in mind, Victoria puts on a tasting event where the chefs can showcase any potential new ideas for food for the menu.

There’s nothing that says classic autumn fashion quite like a camel coat, with celebrities everywhere donning one as soon as the temperatures start to drop, Timeless, chic and versatile, the camel coat is a staple in just about everyone’s autumn/winter wardrobe, and now thanks to Fenwick’s big sale you can get your hands on a luxurious celebrity-inspired winter coat and save yourself £140 at the same time. The Whistles Herringbone Smart Wool Coat, £159 here, has been reduced from £299 in the retailer’s sale and is the perfect way of getting the celeb-loved look for less, just in time for autumn.

Former Gogglebox star Stephen Webb is reportedly set to join next year's lineup of Dancing on Ice. The TV personality announced he was leaving the Channel 4 show earlier this month to "explore other opportunities" in a surprising move.

Coronation Street spoilers have revealed that grooms-to-be Billy Mayhew and Paul Foreman are set to enjoy their stag do, ahead of their upcoming wedding.The couple, who have been on-and-off for many years, are finally smitten, and they are preparing for the biggest day of their lives. However, the build-up to the wedding has been a tough one as Paul's motor neurone disease has been getting worse, with him now struggling with his legs as well as his hands.

Courteeners played the relaunch of Club NME with Ladbrokes Live this weekend (September 15) in London.The Manchester band performed a career-spanning greatest hits set at London’s EartH, followed by a surprise DJ guest set from The Libertines’ Carl Barat and Gary Powell to close the evening alongside DJ Rowena.Tickets were free to punters who queued around the street to guarantee entry, reintroducing the classic indie disco night that first launched in 2005 and became a staple of the club scene from London to Sao Paulo and beyond.Taking to the stage for their first London show since March, Courteeners launched into cuts from 2013 album ‘Anna’ including ‘Are You In Love With A Notion?’ alongside classic ‘St Jude’ hits like ‘Cavorting’ and more.The band played fan favourite ‘Sycophant’ from 2010’s ‘Falcon’, a song that frontman Liam Fray admitted he’d not “sung that one for a long time”. A rowdy crowd that had travelled from across the country climbed on shoulders for ‘The 17th’ from ‘Mapping The Rendezvous’, and ‘St Jude’s ‘Not Nineteen Forever’ and ‘What Took You So Long?’The Libertines’ Barat and Powell joined for a secret DJ set, which included mash-ups of The Killers and Gorillaz, alongside hits from Beastie Boys and more in a vibrant set.Speaking to NME prior to the show, Courteeners’ Liam Fray commented on their upcoming music.

allegations of rape and sexual assault.The allegations from four women emerged over the weekend in a joint investigation by Channel 4, The Times and The Sunday Times, with the claims spanning a seven-year period between 2006 and 2013. Brand has denied the accusations.The Times now reports that more women have come forward since the release of the report and Channel 4’s Dispatches special on the comedian on Saturday (September 16), with several contacting the paper and The Sunday Times regarding Brand’s alleged behaviour since the early 2000s.

Naman Ramachandran U.K. media regulator Ofcom’s broadcast standards investigation into GB News has found the channel to be in breach of its impartiality rules. The issue of politicians who also serve as newsreaders being in potential breach of Ofcom’s impartiality rules has cropped up in recent months.

A driver who was so drunk that he couldn't speak after he caused a head-on crash has thanked a "higher power" after he dodged jail. Neil Bason downed several pints while watching the France-England clash in the World Cup on December 10 last year.

Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi will no doubt be celebrating today as their daughter Sienna turns two.

Keeping an eye on our health is something we should all be doing, but certain conditions can be difficult to spot.

Footage has emerged of the horrifying 999 call made by neighbours as they tried to save a dad-of-two who was mauled to death by two dogs.

When it comes to flying overseas, a number of important rules are put in place to ensure the King and other members of the Royal Family are protected when travelling abroad and some of them are truly astounding.

The residents of a small Scottish island have come together to push back on plans to construct a solar farm said to be the size of 22 football pitches.

Adele has sparked rumours that she has tied the knot with boyfriend Rich Paul, after telling a fan that her "husband" was attending her concert.The singer, who currently has a residency in Las Vegas, regularly pauses the show to interact with her fans, with a recent concert-goer using the opportunity to propose to the A-list superstar, 35. Politely turning down the proposal, Adele explained: "You can't marry me. I'm straight, my love, and my husband is here tonight." Not one to be rejected easily the fan then asked if she'd at least "try", to which Adele quipped: "No, I don't want to try! I'm with Rich.

Meghan Markle's father Thomas has made a TV appearance to beg his daughter to let him meet his grandchildren as he continues to suffer from ill health.Thomas, 79, suffered from a stroke last year, but has since claimed that the Duchess of Sussex, 42, made no effort to contact him during this time.The once close father-daughter duo have been estranged since Thomas was involved in setting up paparazzi photos ahead of Meghan's wedding to Prince Harry, 39, in 2018. Since that time the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have welcomed two children, son Archie and daughter Lilibet, however, due to the estrangement Thomas is still yet to meet his grandchildren.

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702, died on Saturday (September 17) the age of 43.Grinstead’s sister and fellow bandmember LeMisha Grinstead confirmed the news of her death in a statement on social media, citing a “long battle” of ill health.“It is with great sadness that I have to let you know that my beautiful sister and friend has passed away this evening,” LeMisha’s statement read.“She has had a long battle and she is finally at peace. That girl was as bright as the stars! She was not only beautiful on the outside, but also within.

LOONA singer and TV personality Chuu will be releasing her debut solo mini-album next month.On September 18 at midnight KST, the singer unveiled a trailer clip teasing her first solo mini-album, which will be released on October 18 at 6pm KST. It will mark Chuu’s debut solo release.The new film-inspired teaser clip features the singer with her hair dyed pink as she poses and winks for the camera.

The Rolling Stones is on the way in light of the band’s upcoming album ‘Hackney Diamonds’.The project is set to centre on the surviving members as they worked on writing and recording their forthcoming 24th studio album.The rock icons announced details of the LP last week and shared its lead single ‘Angry’, which came with a music video starring Euphoria actress Sydney Sweeney.Now it’s been confirmed that Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood will be in the new documentary, which is being made with Fulwell 73, the same team behind The Kardashians series.“The film will chart the band as they started working on the 12 tracks which appear on ‘Hackney Diamonds’,” a source close to the project told The Sun’s Bizarre column (via The Mirror). “It will give followers an intimate and candid look at Mick, Keith and Ronnie as they work their magic in the studio, including the banter between them.”The source also claimed that the documentary, the title of which has not yet been revealed, will also contain “nods to Charlie Watts”.

BTS singer Jungkook has opened up about how he misses working with the boyband.In a recent interview with 103.5 KISS FM, Jungkook discussed his solo debut earlier this year with ‘Seven’ and missing his BTS bandmates. During the interview, Jungkook shared that he wanted to perform with the group again soon.“Of course, each member has his own trait, so I could say what I miss about each of them. But more than that, as I worked on my solo project, I got to really miss all the moments we shared together rather than feeling empty,” he said.“For example, staying in the waiting room even though each of us were doing our own thing.

Unity have announced that there will be changes to its controversial runtime fees following an unabating backlash from game developers, and apologised for sowing resentfulness.“We have heard you. We apologise for the confusion and angst the runtime fee policy we announced on Tuesday caused.

BTS singer V has released a visual for his song ‘For Us’, a cut from his debut solo album ‘Layover’.On September 16, the K-pop singer unveiled the music video for ‘For Us’, the final track from his debut album ‘Layover’ to get a visual treatment.The new visual largely comprises outtakes and behind-the-scenes footage from the record’s previous music videos. “You went from my home to / It was nice to know you / And it breaks my heart / That we gave it our best shot,” BTS’ V sings in the chorus.Ahead of the ‘Layover’’s release, V dropped music videos for the pre-release tracks ‘Rainy Days’ and ‘Love Me Again’.

Kate Middleton is known for always nailing natural-looking makeup and a healthy complexion, and her recent public appearance revealed her looking bronzed and glowy, despite us heading into autumn. The Princess of Wales visited HMP High Down last week to learn about how the charity is supporting those in the criminal justice system to manage and recover from their addictions, and kept her appearance minimalist with a navy trouser suit and white T-shirt for the occasion.

Married At First Sight Australia relationship expert Dr Trisha Stratford has tragically died, it's been confirmed.

The British broadcasters are collaborating on a landmark free TV service that will deliver live television over broadband.

Drake has been criticised by fans for a lyric in ‘Slime You Out‘, his new single with SZA.The song, which is the first released off his upcoming album ‘For All The Dogs’, contains a lyric in the first verse: “You got my mind in a terrible place/ Whipped and chained you like American slaves.”Fans have taken to social media to express their concerns about the line. “Nobody in the studio told Drake that line was awful??” wrote one fan, while another criticised SZA for the collaboration: “sza heard drake say ‘whipped and chained you like American slaves’ and said ‘yeah, I need to get on that!'”“Whipped and chained you like American slaves..” nobody in the studio told Drake that line was awful?? pic.twitter.com/bzd1i3zNt5— International Sleep⁷ 시차 (@SleepDeez) September 16, 2023sza heard drake say “whipped and chained you like American slaves” and said “yeah, I need to get on that!” pic.twitter.com/O5RpMdaSlx— uncle vaun.

Rowoon has stepped back from his role as an active member of K-pop boyband SF9.Today (September 18), FNC Entertainment announced that original SF9 member Rowoon would no longer be an active member of the K-pop boyband, in a statement published on the group’s official fancafe website.“[SF9] will now take another leap forward with eight members excluding Rowoon,” FNC Entertainment said, as translated by Soompi. “Rowoon will focus on individual activities, including acting.”However, the K-pop agency added that Rowoon will still “remain as the ninth member of SF9” despite the change.

EXCLUSIVE: Fauda and Your Honor firm Yes Studios is heading to Mipcom to launch a thought-provoking factual series going behind the scenes of helpline call centers.

Morgan Wade is happy to have Kyle Richards in her “corner.” Just not, you know, the corner of her bed.