The well-known American actor, aged 54, appeared quite transformed with a lengthy salt-and-pepper beard and mustache when he stepped off at Trapani airport together with the crew of his upcoming movie.
This period, though seemingly arbitrary, is essential because it defines the timeframe for calculating all your earnings and, alas, your tax liabilities. In many countries, the tax year, in a fit of conformity, aligns with the calendar year, which runs from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. But, dear reader, do not be lulled into complacency! This is not always the case. Some countries and businesses, in a display of delightful eccentricity, may follow a fiscal year, starting and ending on different dates. 🤪
As a gaming enthusiast, I was thrilled when Activision unveiled their plans for the remake. But then, Tony Hawk himself jumped into the conversation, announcing some changes to the roster of playable skaters.
During an interview with GameSpark, Takahashi expressed that he chose to depart from his previous employer as he desired more freedom to collaborate with a wider range of individuals beyond those within the company. (This sentence was translated by Automaton.)
Title Translation: The First Berserker: Khazan – A Tale of Revenge
Khazan: The First Berserker is a timeless tale of retribution. Khazan, an esteemed military leader, experiences betrayal from his empire and is falsely accused as a traitor. Injured severely during capture, he miraculously recovers but finds himself controlled by a formidable horde of vengeful spirit warriors – collectively known as The Blade Phantom. This spectral entity serves the underworld’s interests, while Khazan is driven to seek retaliation against those who wronged him.
The narrative sets up an intriguing foundation by interweaving political machinations of the medieval era with otherworldly forces seeping into existence. However, the subsequent storyline has primarily been lacking in depth and impact beyond this initial premise.
The tale of Khazan unfolds following a betrayal. Having vanquished the Berserk Dragon, Hismar, and earning hero status from the Pell Los Empire, he is unexpectedly tormented by the Emperor and banished. Simultaneously, his dearest friend Ozma, and most trusted ally, has been put to death. Consequently, driven by a desire for retribution, Khazan seeks vengeance. In his weakened condition, the enigmatic Blade Phantom strikes during a convoy ambush in Heinmach Pass, taking control of Khazan.
Ripple, in its quest to revolutionize cross-border transactions, has been courting banks and financial institutions with the fervor of a Shakespearean lover. Brad Garlinghouse, the maestro of Ripple, recently unveiled the company’s burgeoning alliances. “Ripple is waltzing with numerous central banks. Some trysts are known… others remain a delightful secret,” he teased, underscoring Ripple’s blossoming romance with cryptocurrency-based payments.
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On a fine Monday, the spot Bitcoin ETFs reported a whopping $84.17 million in net inflows. Now, if that ain’t a sight for sore eyes! Fidelity’s FBTC led the charge like a hound on a scent, bringing in $82.85 million, while Bitwise’s BITB trailed behind with a respectable $19.23 million. BlackRock’s IBIT, the heavyweight champ of spot bitcoin ETFs, added $18 million to the pot, and VanEck’s HODL managed to scrape together $5 million. Despite a few outflows from Ark and 21Shares’ ARKB, the overall seven-day inflow streak resulted in a cumulative $860.6 million, pushing the total net inflows to a staggering $36.13 billion. Talk about a financial hoedown! 💃
Known for his acting in films like “Spy Kids,” “X-Men 2,” “The Good Wife,” and “Instinct,” Cumming is currently best recognized as the host of “The Traitors US.