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Former North Korea striker Jong Tae-se, once a star of the 2010 World Cup squad, says he wants to become a football manager. After experiencing what he calls a midlife crisis, he has returned to the touchline in Japan's JFL, describing the life there as a mix of the heaven and hell he longed for. Japanese media have picked up his interview about his coaching ambitions.

Kumar Kushagra, the young Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batter, is being discussed as a possible surprise pick in India's ODI squad for the series against New Zealand. Reports say selectors are looking closely at India A performers, with Kushagra among the names in the mix ahead of the announcement, prompting debate among fans about whether the uncapped keeper deserves the nod.

Cate Blanchett is set to appear as a guest on The Graham Norton Show, joining Hannah Waddingham and Robert Irwin on the BBC sofa. Listings sites and Australian TV media have picked up the announcement as the long-running talk show returns with a new line-up of big-name guests. Fans of the Oscar-winning actress are taking note of the appearance, which promises the usual mix of interview, anecdotes and celebrity chat the show is known for.

The ZDF Fernsehgarten is on the move: presenter Andrea Kiewel will host 'Fernsehgarten on tour' on October 11, and TV Spielfilm has published the list of stars set to appear. The live outdoor show, usually based in Mainz, takes its mix of music and entertainment to a different location for the occasion. Viewers searching for today's live broadcast are also picking up news of the touring edition and its announced line-up.

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has spoken publicly about the biggest regret of his legendary mixed martial arts career, in comments picked up by combat sports outlets. Jones, widely considered one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, reflected on a decision or moment he wishes he could change. Fans are debating his remarks, weighing them against his record of titles across two weight divisions and the controversies that have marked his career.

Meta has reportedly acquired a robotics AI company in a move aimed at accelerating its development of humanoid robots. The deal, picked up by market chat and news trackers, signals Meta's intent to push further into physical AI beyond its social media and mixed-reality businesses. Details such as the target company's name and price have not been confirmed, and reaction so far has been limited to the initial report.

UFC flyweight prospect Imanol Rodriguez is making headlines after saying he wants a shot at ranked contender Joshua Van, but plans to fight Van's friend first before facing him. The comments, picked up by mixed martial arts media, have sparked discussion among fans about the rising 125-pound division and who Rodriguez should face next.

Lucas Armand, a former NFL linebacker now tied to mixed martial arts, says the UFC's 'star effect' carries no weight with him. In remarks picked up by combat sports media, he argued that big names and hype do not impress him ahead of competition, drawing attention from fight fans in Australia and beyond.

A question on Hacker News is asking readers to name their favorite children's books. The thread has drawn modest engagement so far, with users sharing picture books, early readers and classics they recommend for kids. Discussions like this typically surface a mix of childhood favorites and newer titles, along with reasons the books endure across generations of readers.

With few spectators in the stands at a cricket match in South Australia, viewers are noting how much more of the on-field sound comes through on the broadcast microphones. Commentators' chatter, player noises and stump-mic audio are clearer than usual, and some listeners are even picking apart the audio mixing decisions made by the broadcast producers during the quiet passages of play.

Spanish sports daily Diario AS reports that a former Premier League footballer abandoned his Porsche at a train station in Spain for five months, billing it as the ultimate parking fail. The story has been picked up for its mix of a familiar football name and an absurdly long parking lapse, with readers amused by how such an expensive car could be forgotten for so long.

T-Mobile is preparing new plan tiers under a T-Mix structure that would give customers more flexible ways to combine services, according to Android Authority. The news suggests the carrier is reworking its lineup so subscribers can customize perks, lines, or add-ons rather than pick from fixed plans. Details on pricing and launch dates have not been confirmed, but the move follows industry-wide efforts to offer more modular, mix-and-match wireless plans.

The Year One DLC roster for Marvel Tokon has been confirmed, with Venom, Thor and Jubilee among the characters set to join the fighting game post-launch. The announcement gives players a clearer picture of the game's first-year content plans, and fans are weighing in on the mix of heavy hitters and more unexpected picks like Jubilee.

The internet radio station 90s Mixed is currently playing "Home Improvement (Theme Song)" by Mellow Owl, sharing the track with listeners through its live stream and TuneIn page. The station, which focuses on 1990s music, highlighted the novelty TV theme pick as part of its ongoing mix of decade-spanning hits.

Former NFL quarterback turned broadcaster Tony Romo was disqualified from a golf tournament after a scorecard mix-up. The unusual administrative nature of the exit ended his comeback attempt on the course, and sports outlets are picking up the odd manner in which his bid came to a halt, with fans discussing the surprising turn of events.

New research suggests that the mix of bacteria living in a person's gut could affect how many calories the body absorbs from food. The finding may help explain why people eating similar diets can gain weight at different rates, and could eventually shape personalised approaches to nutrition and weight management. Health and nutrition outlets are picking up the story.

A library has listed its new arrivals this week, including The Devil's Garden: The World's Most Sinister Plants and Fungi by Peter Marren, published by Bloomsbury, and Marx for Cats: A Radical Bestiary by Leigh Claire La Berge, from Duke University Press. Readers are sharing the picks, with the quirky mix of botany and feline-themed political theory drawing attention.

The Guardian has published its weekly roundup of the seven best films airing on television, ranging from Matchbox the Movie to the Oscar-winning Poor Things. The list is intended to help viewers pick highlights from this week's broadcast schedules, mixing recent releases with established favourites.