Democrat Derek Tran emerged victorious over Republican U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel in a Southern California district designed to amplify Asian American representation in Congress. Tran, a lawyer and son of Vietnamese refugees, highlighted his victory as a reflection of the resilience and spirit of the local community. Steel, who won the seat in 2020 as one of the first Korean-American women in Congress, conceded with a statement acknowledging the end of this journey for a new beginning. Tran’s win came after late-counted ballots in Orange County pushed him past Steel's early lead. The district is home to a large Asian American population, including the largest Vietnamese community in the U.S.

Aston Villa were controversially denied a last-gasp winner as they drew 0-0 with Juventus in their Champions League match on Wednesday. Despite a stellar performance from goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who produced a wonder save to deny Juventus, Villa could not find the breakthrough. The game saw few chances, but Villa thought they had won in injury time when Morgan Rogers scored, only for the referee to rule a foul on the goalkeeper. Villa's unbeaten run ended after failing to win any of their last seven matches.

Jude Law has some surprising news for The Holiday fans! In a recent interview with BBC Radio, the actor, who played Graham in the 2006 romantic comedy, revealed that the iconic Rosehill cottage featured in the film is not real. He explained that director Nancy Meyers, known for her perfectionism, couldn’t find the perfect cottage, so she had a set built on a rented field. Law also shared that while the outdoor scenes were filmed in winter, the interior shots were done months later in Los Angeles. This revelation is sure to shock fans who thought the charming cottage was a real getaway!

Alexander Smirnov, the former FBI informant charged with fabricating lies about President Biden and his son Hunter, is now facing new tax-related charges. He is accused of evading taxes on more than $2 million in income earned between 2020 and 2022. The unsealed indictment highlights Smirnov’s extravagant lifestyle, including a $1.4 million Las Vegas condo, a $122,000 Bentley, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in clothes, jewelry, and accessories. Despite these high expenditures, he allegedly reported much lower income on official documents. Smirnov is also accused of instructing his tax preparer to delete communications and not inquire about his income sources. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges related to both the Biden allegations and tax evasion.

The infamous 1971 D.B. Cooper skyjacking case is back in the headlines with a major new development. Richard McCoy’s children have long suspected their father might have been Cooper, and they’ve now presented a piece of evidence that could support their theory: a modified parachute believed to have been used in the daring escape. The FBI has taken the evidence seriously, and experts suggest it could be the breakthrough needed to solve the decades-old mystery. If confirmed, this could finally reveal the true identity of D.B. Cooper.

After the finale of Arcane Season 2, Riot Games confirmed there will be no Season 3, as it was never planned. Instead, three new League of Legends series are in development, set in Noxus, Ionia, and Demacia. One of these projects has been in production for a year, hinting at a shorter gap compared to the breaks between Arcane seasons. With Noxus’ prominence in Arcane and the finale teasing Swain, the first series might focus on Noxus. Riot aims to expand its storytelling by exploring League’s rich universe and iconic regions.

Mike Schur’s latest comedy series A Man on the Inside is now streaming on Netflix. The show stars Ted Danson as retired professor Charles, who is hired to infiltrate a retirement community to uncover a jewel thief hiding among the residents. With Schur’s signature blend of comedy and heart, the series has earned a strong 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes. At 76, Ted Danson continues to impress with his stellar comedic performances, making the show a must-watch.

Elon Musk's 76-year-old mother, Maye Musk, has become a symbol of graceful aging and empowerment in China, resonating deeply with the country’s growing middle-class women. Collaborating with top brands like Oppo and Fila, her memoir A Woman Makes a Plan gained widespread popularity. Admired for her wisdom and strong parenting, she also plays a vital role in supporting Tesla's presence in China as a source of soft power.