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2nd Chinese actor claims he was almost duped by casting scam in Thailand

9 Sept 13:15 Key points summarised by AI

Chinese actor Fan Hu disclosed he nearly fell victim to a sophisticated casting scam in Thailand, mirroring a previous incident involving a missing actor named "Xingxing."
Fan Hu was enticed by an offer for a leading role in a TV series, presented with seemingly credible project details and a well-known director's name, prompting his travel to Bangkok.
Suspicion mounted when he and three other Chinese actors, all promised roles, were inexplicably lodged together in one room despite numerous hotel vacancies.
The scam was confirmed when Fan Hu contacted the supposed director, who denied any involvement and issued a warning, leading to the actors' swift escape and safe return to Beijing.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.