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Chart-topping K-pop band NewJeans' record label, Ador, is suing one of the band's members in what is yet another twist in their bitter year-long feud, BBC reported. 

Hybe, the record label's parent company, confirmed to the BBC that it is suing Danielle Marsh, one of her family members, and ex-boss Min Hee-jin for $30m (£22m) in damages and as part of a contract break penalty.

The band has been plunged into further turmoil as the return of Minji, another of its stars, remains uncertain, leaving the band with threemembers, according to BBC. 

The Film Development Board has invited applications for the digitization of indigenous films.

The board announced that it is launching this program with the aim of preserving and promoting indigenous films produced in analog technology by preserving them in digital media.

It is stated that filmmakers or authorized persons interested in participating in this work must submit an application in the format prescribed by the board within 21 days from the date of publication of the notice.

It is stated that the conditions for participation in the digitization process, application form and necessary details can be obtained from the board’s website. Board Chairperson Dinesh DC stated that indigenous films are the cultural and historical heritage of the country and said that digitization is essential.

Japanese veteran singer Tendo Yoshimi will appear for the 30th time at this year’s NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, commonly known simply as Kōhaku, is an annual New Year’s Eve television special, sharing her excitement in a recent press interview. “This year feels special. I still feel a sense of tension as the day approaches, and this is what gives me the strength to do my best,” she said, adding with a smile, “I’ll sing until I’m 100!”

Tendo performed a special collaboration with Miyakumyaku, the official Osaka-Kansai Expo mascot, alongside FRUITS ZIPPER and CANDY TUNE in “Anata no Hanamichi ~ Miyakumyaku Dance SP ~,” impressing fans with dynamic dance routines. She praised her co-stars as “just as cute as candy.”

Reflecting on Hiromi Go’s final performance, Tendo expressed mixed emotions: sadness at his departure but admiration for his vitality.

The 76th edition of the New Year’s Eve show, themed “Connecting, Connecting, New Year’s Eve”, will air on NHK General TV from 7:20 PM to 11:45 PM. MISIA and Mrs. GREEN APPLE will close the Red and White teams, respectively, with Seiko Matsuda performing a special number.

Danny Ramirez, who portrayed Manny Alvarez in The Last of Us Season 2, will not return for the upcoming third season, the show’s creators confirmed. Ramirez played a former Firefly alongside Kaitlyn Dever’s Abby, joining her quest for revenge against Joel (Pedro Pascal) after the Firefly leader’s actions cost Abby her father. His departure is reportedly due to scheduling conflicts.

Ramirez is known for his role as Joaquin Torres/Falcon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will next appear in Avengers: Doomsday and the Basquiat biopic Samo Lives.

Season 2 followed Joel and Ellie after the Firefly hospital escape, exploring Ellie's revenge journey and the tragic deaths of Jesse and potentially Tommy. Season 3 will shift focus to Abby’s perspective. Co-creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann continue to helm the series, with Druckmann stepping back from directing but remaining as co-creator and executive producer.

The show is produced by HBO, Sony Pictures Television, Naughty Dog, Word Games, The Mighty Mint, and PlayStation Productions.