Cary‑Hiroyuki Tagawa — and what his passing means for film, TV and many of his fans

 

Beyond Shang Tsung — a vast, varied career

While many remember Tagawa for his villainous role Shang Tsung in Mortal Kombat (1995) — a character he reprised across films, TV-series and video games — that was only one facet of his long acting journey.

His breakout came with The Last Emperor (1987), a film by Bernardo Bertolucci that won multiple Academy Awards. That role helped open doors to a wide range of genres — from historical dramas to action films.

Over nearly four decades, Tagawa appeared in dozens of notable films: from action and adventure to period dramas, including titles such as Licence to Kill, Pearl Harbor, Planet of the Apes, Memoirs of a Geisha, 47 Ronin and more.

Netflix’s new series The Abandons is being widely judged as a disappointment

 

What critics and viewers don’t like

Despite big names and high production value, The Abandons is often described as “shallow” and “over-blown.” Reviewers say its plot is clichéd, its dialogue feels forced, and many characters come off as one-dimensional. 

Many feel that the show tries too hard — borrowing heavily from well-known Western tropes — but fails to deliver originality. The writing is called derivative and heavily reliant on formulaic conflicts, which makes even dramatic moments feel predictable.

The pacing and tone have also drawn criticism: scenes jump quickly, character motivations and world-building are often underdeveloped, and the series is described as emotionally hollow — viewers struggle to feel invested in the conflict.

The news about MG U9 pickup truck and its official price in Pakistan

 

Official Price & Purchase Details

MG Pakistan has officially announced the ex-factory price for the U9 pickup. The “Explore Pro (Standard)” variant is priced at Rs 22,749,000, and the “Explore Pro + Smart Hatch Option” variant is priced at Rs 23,949,000.


Pre-bookings had previously opened with a down payment of Rs 8,000,000 (non-refundable).


Buyers must pay the remaining balance 30 days before the confirmed delivery date. Freight/shipping charges will be applied separately.

What MG U9 Offers — Engine, Features & Utility

The U9 is powered by a 2.5-liter turbo-diesel engine, delivering robust performance suited for both city driving and off-road or heavy-duty use.

It comes with a 4×4 drivetrain, differential locks, and features designed for load carrying and towing — making it a versatile choice for work, travel, and utility tasks.

Here’s an overview of the announcement and details for OPPO A6x 5G — the newly launched A-series smartphone from OPPO

 

What’s new: Key highlights of OPPO A6x 5G

Performance & 5G ready: The A6x is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G chipset — an octa-core platform capable of handling everyday tasks smoothly and offering 5G connectivity.

Big battery for long use: It packs a large 6,500 mAh battery, giving endurance that’s comparable to higher-end phones. 

Fast charging: Supports 45 W SUPERVOOC fast charging, which — according to the manufacturer — can bring the battery from 1% to around 41% in about 30 minutes.

Display: It features a 6.75-inch LCD display (HD+ resolution) with 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness up to ~1125 nits, making it relatively smooth and bright for its price range. 

Memory and storage: Available with up to 6 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage (UFS 2.2), plus microSD expandability (up to 1 TB).

Reactions From the Fishing Community

 

What’s the new ban about?

The government of Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia has announced a major ban on demersal fishing — affecting both commercial and recreational fishers — across the West Coast region (Kalbarri to Augusta, including the Perth metropolitan coast).


From 1 January 2026, the West Coast region will be permanently closed to commercial fishing for demersal species like WA dhufish, pink snapper, red emperor and baldchin groper.


Recreational boat-based fishing for demersal species in that region is also being halted: there will be a 21-month ban starting 16 December 2025. After that, the fishery is planned to reopen — but only for recreational fishing, from September 2027.
Why the drastic move?

Latest scientific assessments show that several iconic demersal fish stocks — especially WA dhufish — have fallen to dangerously low levels. For instance, spawning biomass off Perth’s coast dropped to as low as 7%, far below the sustainable threshold of 20%.


The government says these species are "at severe risk of collapse," and continuing business-as-usual fishing would likely lead to collapse or extinction of these stocks.

As such, authorities consider immediate and strong protections necessary to give the populations a chance to recover.
What are the rules — who can fish and when
Commercial fishing

From 1 January 2026: Permanent ban on commercial demersal fishing along West Coast region (Kalbarri → Augusta). 

Commercial fishing licences for this region will be bought back under a compulsory buyback scheme.

Here’s the live-update wrap for AFC Bournemouth vs Everton in the Premier League — what happened

 

Match Result & Basic Info

The match was played at Vitality Stadium on Tuesday 2 December 2025, kickoff 19:30 GMT. 
Final score: Bournemouth 0 – 1 Everton 
The only goal came in the 78th minute from Jack Grealish — his shot deflected off defender Bafode Diakité into the bottom corner.

Further Details on Bilal bin Saqib’s Resignation

 

Bilal bin Saqib’s decision to step down as the Prime Minister’s aide marks an important transition in Pakistan’s journey toward structured virtual-asset regulation. His resignation was not due to political disagreement or performance concerns, but rather a technical and legal requirement linked to his appointment as head of the newly established Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA).

Under the Rules of Business 1973, a government adviser or Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) cannot simultaneously occupy a leadership role in a statutory regulatory authority. With Saqib taking charge of PVARA, the conflict needed to be resolved—leading to his resignation being formally accepted.