Monday, November 24, 2025

German actor Udo Kier, who acted in 200 films from Lars von Trier to Ace Ventura, passes away at the age of 81.

 


Who Was Udo Kier?

Early Life: Kier was born as Udo Kierspe in Cologne, Germany, in 1944, near the end of World War II.

Career Start: He moved to London in his late teens, learned English, and began acting in the 1960s.

Breakout Roles: He gained early cult fame through his work with Andy Warhol and director Paul Morrissey, starring in Flesh for Frankenstein (1973) and Blood for Dracula (1974).

Social media behemoths won't make a commitment to bar under-16s




What’s the Issue?

Australia’s New Law:


In late 2024, the Australian Parliament passed the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act.

From 10 December 2025, social media platforms will be legally required to take “reasonable steps” to stop users under 16 from having accounts.

If platforms fail to comply, they could face fines as high as A$50 million.

Hills District of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

 


About Rouse Hill

Location: About 43 km north-west of Sydney CBD.

Region: Part of the The Hills Shire and partly in Blacktown City Council.

Known For: A blend of modern development and rich colonial history.
Key Highlights

Hat-trick hero Usman, half-centurions Babar (74), Sahibzada (63) propel Pakistan to Tri-nation series final





Pakistan delivered a masterclass in both batting and bowling as Usman Khan's fiery hat-trick, combined with brilliant half-centuries from Babar Azam and Sahibzada Farhan, secured their place in the Tri-nation series final. It was a performance that checked every box—from disciplined bowling to aggressive yet elegant batting—leaving fans thrilled and opponents stunned.

In a crucial match where a win meant qualification, Pakistan showed why they remain one of the most unpredictable yet dangerous teams in world cricket.

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