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Jessica Alba stars in the action-packed ‘Trigger Warning’ as Parker, a Special Forces commando who returns to her hometown after her father’s suspicious death. Determined to uncover the truth, she faces opposition from corrupt Senator Swann (Anthony Michael Hall) and her former boyfriend, Sheriff Jesse (Mark Webber). With the help of her fellow soldier Spider (Tone Bell) and local drug dealer Mike (Gabriel Basso), Parker uncovers a violent gang’s involvement in her father’s demise. The trailer showcases Alba’s impressive action sequences and her character’s resilience in the face of danger.

South Korea has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent decades, becoming a global economic and technological powerhouse. However, it also faces challenges such as a low birth rate, gender and class inequalities, and corruption. This article highlights six books and a film that provide insights into the country’s complexities.

As campaigning ramps up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, major political parties – the BJP, Congress, and AAP – have released their respective lists of ‘guarantees’ to attract voters. These guarantees cover a wide range of issues such as unemployment, inflation, healthcare, education, agriculture, and corruption. The BJP’s ‘Modi ki Guarantee’ emphasizes continuing and expanding existing government schemes, while the Congress’ ‘Paanch Nyay’ focuses on introducing new policies and fulfilling popular demands. The AAP’s ‘Kejriwal ki 10 Guarantee’ draws inspiration from its governance model in Delhi, promising free utilities, employment, and other benefits. A Lokniti-CSDS pre-poll survey reveals that unemployment and price rise are key concerns for voters, while corruption and class divide are also pressing issues. The guarantees offered by the parties address these concerns to varying degrees.

The high-profile corruption trial of Senator Bob Menendez has commenced with a dozen jurors and six alternatives hearing opening statements. Prosecutors accused Menendez and two businessmen of a bribery scheme involving millions in cash, gold bars, and other gifts. Menendez’s attorney denied the allegations, describing the Senator as an “American patriot.” A lengthy list of prominent individuals, including sitting senators, may be called as witnesses.

The Supreme Court has assured advocate Prashant Bhushan that a petition to establish a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate allegations of quid pro quo, corruption, and kickbacks in electoral bond disclosures will be heard soon. The petition, filed by Common Cause and the Centre for Public Interest Litigation, alleges that investigative agencies like the CBI, ED, and I-T Department have been compromised, as several companies under investigation have made substantial donations to the ruling party. The investigation aims to uncover the conspiracy involving company officials, government officials, political party functionaries, and potentially corrupt agency officers.

Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister of State for Law and Justice and senior BJP leader, criticized AAP national convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for celebrating his release from jail as if he had been cleared of all charges. Meghwal questioned Kejriwal’s actions, reminding him that he remained an accused with a pending surrender date. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva labeled Kejriwal as the “liquor scam kingpin” and accused him of corruption and lying. Other BJP leaders also attacked Kejriwal’s policies, citing pollution, substandard medicines, and corruption in health and education sectors as evidence of his failures.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has alleged that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)-led alliance in Jharkhand is deeply involved in corruption and exploiting the people. Addressing a rally in Dumka, Singh claimed that the ruling coalition would be punished for atrocities committed against the state’s residents. He also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to alleviate poverty in India, contrasting it with the alleged failures of previous prime ministers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party during his second day of campaigning in Jharkhand, accusing the opposition party of weakness and corruption. Emphasizing the need for a strong leader and government, Modi contrasted his government’s actions against terrorism with the alleged inaction of the previous Congress regime. He also lashed out at the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and its alliance partner Congress, accusing them of amassing wealth through illicit means.

Vietnam’s National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has resigned amid an ongoing anti-corruption campaign. Hue’s resignation follows the arrest of his assistant on charges of power abuse. The move marks the latest in a series of high-level resignations in Vietnam, including that of former President Vo Van Thuong.

In a series of cases, the Thane police have registered a case against a couple and their son for allegedly cheating a builder of nearly Rs 42 lakh in a land sale deal. Meanwhile, the Navi Mumbai police have arrested a director of the APMC at Vashi in connection with a corruption case involving a contract to build toilets. Additionally, a case has been registered against four persons for fraudulently transferring Rs 47.6 lakh from the account of the Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department using forged cheques.