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Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dies at 86

Legendary actor Patrick Stewart, renowned for his iconic roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in ‘Star Trek’ and Professor Charles Xavier in 'X-Men,' passed away at 86 following a battle with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia.
Stewart commanded a distinguished career that seamlessly blended blockbuster sci-fi franchises with a profound legacy as a classically trained Shakespearean stage actor, earning multiple Olivier Awards and a knighthood.
Beyond his screen and stage presence, Stewart was a dedicated advocate against domestic violence, informed by his challenging childhood, and was celebrated for his later-life humor and engaging internet presence.

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North Korea fires ballistic missile, Seoul says

North Korea launched a ballistic missile, detected by South Korea and Japan, continuing a series of sanctions-defying weapons tests this year.
The launch follows leader Kim Jong Un's recent pledge to rapidly expand the nation's nuclear arsenal and threats of pre-emptive nuclear force.
This test occurs amid warnings from US and South Korean officials that Pyongyang is preparing to resume nuclear testing, a move paused during previous diplomatic efforts.
The timing suggests a potential warning to South Korea's incoming president, Yoon Suk-yeol, who advocates a tougher stance on the North, and precedes US President Biden's upcoming visit.

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