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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Young duo sign new deals with United
OXFORD United duo James Golding and Josh Johnson have both signed new deals with the club. The 20-year-old players have featured 16 times between them for the U's, although neither have made an appearance for the club since January 2024. READ ALSO: Six promising players United could snap up from League One Centre back Golding made his United debut in October 2021, and has played nine times for the club across all competitions, including two starts in Sky Bet League One. Golding spent the 2024/25 campaign on loan in the Vanarama National League with both Maidenhead United and Southend United, and across the two loan spells, he scored five goals in 23 appearances. James Golding heads the ball clear for Oxford United (Image: David Fleming) Central midfielder Johnson made his U's debut in August 2021, and has featured on seven occasions for the club, although he is yet to make his league bow. Johnson featured in two separate loan spells for Maidenhead this season, and played in 22 National League matches. United have reported that the two players will 'remain with the club ahead of the 2025/26 season'. U's head of football operations Ed Waldron told the club website: 'It's really important for the club to have a strong core of young, promising players who have been developed within our system. 'Josh and James are two players who have shown real qualities over each age group and have since enjoyed strong loan spells at first team level across the pyramid. 'We look forward to continuing to work with both as they aim to make an impact on our men's first team group.' CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE OXFORD MAIL ONLINE (Image: Newsquest) Both players are understood to have impressed United head coach Gary Rowett from afar, with Rowett previously suggesting that he wants younger players to have a more prominent squad role next season, as opposed to having senior professionals on the fringes and not getting minutes. Rowett previously said: 'We've got quite a big squad, and I think something we need to do next year is maybe create more of an opportunity for some of the younger players to come through from the academy and some of the younger players that have been on loan. 'There'll be an opportunity for some of those to stake their place, and then maybe we can streamline and create a little bit more value from the places that are currently left. 'I would always work off an ideal number. That ideal number would always have probably four young players within that, so if you do get a spate of maybe six or seven injuries, a couple of those young players can come in and be part of the matchday squad because they're training with you all the time. 'That's preferable to me to do that rather than two senior players. You've seen it this season. We've had two or three senior players sat out of the matchday squad for most of the time.'
The Star
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Henry Golding says he misses Malaysia, wants to return soon and eat laksa
Henry Golding may be living oceans away, but his heart still beats for Malaysia. Born in Betong, Sarawak to an English father and a Malaysian mother, Golding spent his early years in Dungun, Terengganu before relocating to Surrey in England, the United Kingdom, at the age of eight. Long before making it big in Hollywood, Golding was a hairdresser in England. He returned to Malaysia in 2008 to chase his dream in broadcast television – a decision that set him on a globe-spanning path: a decade in Singapore, some time in Los Angeles, the United States, and a return to Surrey in late 2024. 'It's been a long and amazing journey,' the 38-year-old told StarLifestyle in an exclusive virtual interview. 'I'm used to moving around, so I'm sort of transient in that sense.' But no matter where life takes him, Malaysia remains close to Golding's heart. The actor, whose last Instagram post from Malaysia was in November 2024, shared that he often feels left out whenever he sees his friends posting about their adventures here. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Henry Golding (@henrygolding) 'Oh my gosh, I miss Malaysia tremendously! "I have to do an extended trip someday just to catch up with everybody and go eat a good bowl of laksa. Hopefully, I'll have a chance to return,' he said in his charming British accent. Reflecting on his globe-trotting experience, Golding admitted that it hadn't been easy. For one, he used to face racism as an Asian minority trying to assimilate in Britain. Still, those experiences shaped him, and he slowly began taking pride in his heritage over time. 'It was a little jarring getting used to being there at first, but at the same time, there's also so much joy and exploration.' 'Fake it to make it' When talking about Golding, it's hard not to think of his breakout performance as the suave Nick Young in 2018's Crazy Rich Asians – the first-ever Hollywood flick featuring an all-Asian cast since 1993's The Joy Luck Club . The movie propelled him to global stardom – a feat made all the more impressive by the fact that he had no acting experience before bagging the role. 'I went out and was like: 'I've got to fake it to make it. I've got to pretend I have experience.' Sometimes, you really have to put yourself on the line to get the results you really want,' he told British daily The Guardian . Golding starred opposite Michelle Yeoh (left) and Constance Wu in the hit movie 'Crazy Rich Asians'. Photos: Handout Golding first launched his career as a television host on the local variety show 8TV Quickie in 2008 before going on to present for ESPN, the BBC and Discovery Channel Asia. Building on the success of Crazy Rich Asians , Golding starred in films such as Last Christmas (2019), Snake Eyes (2021), Daniela Forever (2024) and more. Over the years, the actor has been hailed by international media as one of the more prominent Asian leading men in movies today. New retreat, new faces He's currently starring in the second season of the Hulu series Nine Perfect Strangers . The first instalment, based on Australian author Liane Moriarty's 2018 novel of the same name, featured Oscar winner Nicole Kidman as Masha – a Russian wellness guru who uses psychedelic therapy to help nine guests heal at her resort in California. Oscar winner Nicole Kidman reprises her role as Russian wellness guru Masha in the second season of 'Nine Perfect Strangers'. The latest season, however, strays away from its source material, shifting the setting to the snowy Austrian Alps and introducing nine new characters. This time, Masha invites a fresh group of strangers to a one-week transformation retreat: A formerly devout nun (Dolly de Leon), a socially awkward puppeteer (Murray Bartlett), a tense mother-daughter duo (Christine Baranski, Annie Murphy) and more. Other new faces introduced include Golding's Peter – a young man longing for his billionaire father's (Mark Strong) approval. 'It's rare to find a series with such strong and compelling characters... Like, Peter has everything, but the one thing he can't have is his father's love,' Golding told StarLifestyle . Golding (left) is thrilled to work alongside fellow actor Mark Strong, who's one of his biggest idols in the film scene. Photo: Reuters 'That distance with his father makes him a sensitive soul, but the moment he has any interaction with his dad, he becomes like this puppy... basically a child. 'He's kind of wacky and easily freaks out, but he's really just a sensitive young boy in a man's body, so it was fun exploring that.' A golden opportunity For Golding, Nine Perfect Strangers is more than just another role – it's an exciting experience that marks many firsts for the actor. The eight-episode project took him to Munich and the Austrian Alps for the first time, where he spent months filming and exploring. 'We spent a lot of time in Salzburg city, went deep into the mountains and explored everywhere. 'Filming began in January and ended in June, so I literally saw all the seasons – from winter to spring and all the way into summer. 'By the time filming ended, we were all in shorts and T-shirts,' he said with a laugh. Golding had the opportunity to explore the Austrian Alps for the first time while filming 'Nine Perfect Strangers'. Golding also joked that if Nine Perfect Strangers has a third instalment, it should be set in the jungles of Borneo so everyone could 'sweat a little'. Beyond the picturesque scenery, Golding had the privilege of working alongside industry juggernauts Kidman and Baranski, who have graced the screen for over 40 years. Describing it as an inspiring experience, Golding shared: 'I love being surrounded by talented people on set... It's such a gift. 'As an actor, you're constantly motivated by others' performances in the best way possible. You watch them, see their process and take on board their choices.' Another memorable aspect of the project for Golding was the opportunity to star opposite actor Strong, who's one of his biggest heroes in the film industry. Strong, 61, is famous for movies such as Stardust (2007), Sherlock Holmes (2009), Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) and its sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017). 'I grew up watching Mark's works, so it was a joy to find out he would be playing my dad. He's such a regal and phenomenal actor who has cultivated his art and craft... He oozes control,' added Golding. Finding room for improvement Ever the perfectionist, Golding is constantly pushing himself to grow as an actor by embracing various challenges. In Nine Perfect Strangers , the biggest hurdle came in the form of filming out of sequence – a daunting task given it's his first series since 2009's Goda . 'Nine Perfect Strangers' marks Golding's first series since 2009's 'Goda'. Photo: Henry Golding/Instagram 'It's always challenging to film out of order, especially when you have eight episodes that, sometimes, aren't fully finished. 'Like, I've already done this, but now I'm doing this and then I've got to come back here. 'That's just the nature of filming something so big,' he said. Despite the challenges, Golding successfully brought the emotionally intricate character of Peter to life, thanks to his determination and the support of his co-stars. That same drive to grow carries over into his personal life. In August 2016, Golding tied the knot with Taiwanese television presenter Liv Lo in Sarawak. The couple, who first crossed paths at a New Year's Eve party in 2010, are now proud parents to two daughters – Lyla, four, and Florence, two. For Golding, no role is more important than that of being a father. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Henry Golding (@henrygolding) 'I think you can never stop being a better father. 'No matter how much time I spend with my daughters or how patient I try to be, I always look back and wonder if I should've spent more time with them,' he shared. Though he admitted that parenthood is tough, it's also his greatest joy and blessing. 'Being a parent is probably life's biggest challenge because you can be hard on yourself. 'But at the same time, you know you're trying your best, so I think that's something that I can always improve on.' Nine Perfect Strangers Season Two is available on Prime Video, with new episodes out every Thursday.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Henry Golding Threw Out His Back for a Week on ‘The Old Guard 2': ‘We Do a Lot of Stunts, There Are a Few Crazy Things'
Henry Golding got injured while filming 'The Old Guard 2.' 'It always happens – I throw my back out,' he told me at the 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 celebration in Beverly Hills. 'We do a lot of stunts. There are a few crazy things.' More from Variety Tribeca Festival and Chanel Announce 2025 Artist Awards Program Participants William H. Macy, Ben Wang Wrap Will Ropp's Teen Comedy "Brian" (EXCLUSIVE) 'Thanksgiving' Star Nell Verlaque Says Sequel Will Film This Year, Has Asked Eli Roth to Be 'Tortured' and 'Covered in Blood' in Movie But he laughed when he admitted he didn't hurt himself while cameras were rolling. 'It's always in practice,' Golding said. 'It's always the day before we're meant to be filming. I'm like, [Golding makes a squealing sound], and then I'm blown out for the rest of the week.' Star and producer Charlize Theron returns for the follow-up to the hit Netflix action movie. The official logline for 'The Old Guard 2' reads: 'Andy (Theron) leads immortal warriors against a powerful enemy threatening their group. They grapple with the resurfacing of a long-lost immortal, complicating their mission to safeguard humanity.' The cast also includes Kiandra 'KiKi' Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Veronica Ngo, Uma Thurman and Kamil Nozynski. Victoria Mahoney directs with a script from Leandro Fernandez, Greg Rucka and Sarah L. Walker. Netflix recently released the first trailer for 'The Old Guard 2,' which premieres on the streamer on July 2. 'It's no easy business doing all that stuff,' Golding said of the movie's stunt sequences. 'We're doing it all on the fly sometimes. You practice as much as possible, but it changes when you're on location so you have to adapt.' Golding said he was inspired by Theron's commitment to the project. 'She's the best. She leads from the front,' he said. 'She was on set every time as a producer and she does all of her stunts. She's amazing.' Theron teased the second installment when I caught up with her in July at her annual Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project Block Party fundraiser: 'It's really good. It's a really important film to us. I only wanted to do it if we could make it amazing. I really love this movie.' The original 'Old Guard,' released in 2020, was watched by 72 million households during its first four weeks on Netflix. In May 2023, 'Old Guard' producer Marc Evans said the franchise could become a trilogy. 'There's an ending to No. 2 that kind of demands a No. 3, which makes me very happy,' he said. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Apple Holds Strong for Top Series Races With 'Severance' and 'The Studio'; Netflix and FX Could Dominate Doc and Writing Races Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz
The Citizen
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Townhouse or standalone house? Here is what and where 30-year-olds are buying
First-time buyers opt for freehold homes as their primary residence, while sectional title homes are used as an investment or buy-to-let properties. First-time buyers, especially young adults, often opt for sectional title properties as their first homes because they are convenient. Sectional title properties are a form of ownership where a building or complex is divided into individual sections, like apartments, townhouses and common areas. However, data from Ooba Home Loans shows that interest from first-time buyers in buying freehold homes has not declined significantly. Freehold ownership means you own both the land and the building on it, giving you full control over the property. This includes the freedom to renovate, extend or modify the property, often with minimal restrictions beyond local zoning regulations. Andrew Golding, chief executive of the Pam Golding Property group, says the percentage of freehold homes purchased by first-time homebuyers has remained relatively stable, declining from 70% in 2014 to 66% in 2024. ALSO READ: Warning for South Africans buying homes Which home do you prefer? Freehold homes and sectional title properties have different benefits, and it depends on what the buyer is looking for. Golding adds that first-time buyers opt for freehold homes as their primary residence, while sectional title homes are used as an investment or buy-to-let properties. 'In 2014, there was a slight preference for freehold homes, 52% of first-time buyers' investment purchases, but by 2024, sectional title purchases dominated at 60% of all first-time buyers' investment purchases.' Which type of home is an investment? He adds that many first-time buyers are embracing the national trend towards acquiring investment properties or buy-to-let properties. 'Increasing demand from first-time buyers has resulted in a real (inflation-adjusted) increase in the average price paid by those purchasing their first property during the first four months of the year. 'During the first four months of 2025, the national purchase price for homes in South Africa averaged R1.66 million, reflecting an increase of 2.7% compared to the same period last year. 'Notably, during the same four-month period this year, the average price paid by first-time buyers was R1.245 million, which shows an increase of +4.7% compared to year-earlier levels.' Difference in home prices Golding says that in 2014, a first-time buyer purchasing an investment property paid almost the same for that property, regardless of whether it was a freehold home (R1.045 million) or a sectional title (R1.026 million). First-time buyers who opted for freehold homes purchased the more expensive ones, with the average price paid increasing by 111% over the past decade to an average of R2.21 million in 2024. This compares to an increase of just 42.1% over the same period, with an average purchase price of R1.46 million in 2024 for first-time buyers' sectional title purchases bought as investment or buy-to-let properties. ALSO READ: Thinking of buying your first home, here are five key issues to consider Decline in buying with a spouse Data shows a decline, from 34% in 2014 to 27% in 2024, in the percentage of people buying houses with a spouse. However, purchasing with another person has risen from 14% to 18% – perhaps reflecting those buying a home with a partner, family member or friend instead of a spouse. Golding adds that 64% of their first-time buyers do not have dependents. 'However, there has been a clear increase in those without dependents in the wake of the pandemic, even as the average age of first-time buyers has risen.' Ages of first-time buyers He adds that there has been a shift in first-time buyers; those over the age of 43 are the fastest-growing age cohort of first-time buyers, compared to those between 24 and 33 years old. Nonetheless, the largest age group is between 33 and 43, with a more recent average age of 35. 'Regionally, Ooba Home Loans' statistics revealed that during the year-to-date, demand from first-time buyers was strongest in Mpumalanga (57.3%), followed closely by the Free State (55.9%). 'Gauteng South & East (51.4%) and KwaZulu-Natal (51.2%) were the only other regions in which first-time buyers accounted for more than half of all their applications for home loan finance.' ALSO READ: More South Africans buying houses for less than R700k. Here's why Pros of buying sectional title property According to Betterbond, there are pros and cons of buying sectional title property. Pros include: Easier to finance: Before construction commences, developments must be approved by the major banks, so when you then apply for a bond, the process is often quicker and easier. Body corporate : As the owner of a sectional title unit, you automatically become a member of the body corporate, the legal entity that manages common areas of the property. You pay a monthly levy for a range of services, including conduct rules for residents, building insurance, perimeter security, cleaning, landscaping, and maintenance of common areas, such as gardens. As the owner of a sectional title unit, you automatically become a member of the body corporate, the legal entity that manages common areas of the property. You pay a monthly levy for a range of services, including conduct rules for residents, building insurance, perimeter security, cleaning, landscaping, and maintenance of common areas, such as gardens. Security: Sectional title property generally offers good entrance and perimeter security. In a freestanding house, you are responsible for installing and maintaining these systems. However, in a sectional title property, the body corporate takes care of it, and the cost is funded through your monthly levy. Running costs: You pay for municipal rates and taxes, home contents insurance, upkeep of your garden if your unit has such an area, and your own monthly water and electricity consumption. Everything else is pretty much taken care of. Rentals and resales: Sectional title properties are popular with renters, making them a good option for investors. This also links to resale value, which often improves over time. Connectivity: Sectional title properties are usually fibre-enabled, so your only expense would be connecting to the existing infrastructure and paying for monthly usage. Working from home is becoming increasingly prevalent, which is a significant advantage. Cons of buying sectional title property Communal living : Sectional title property means living close to others, and this could come with a few everyday irritations, like noise. : Sectional title property means living close to others, and this could come with a few everyday irritations, like noise. Special levies: From time to time, in a sectional title property, there might be a special levy, for example, if the exterior of the building needs painting. However, owners will always be informed of this well in advance, so you will be able to budget for it in good time, and ultimately, it will increase the value of your investment. Benefits of buying freehold Nedbank listed a few benefits of buying a freehold home. You will usually have more space and privacy on a freehold property, with your neighbour's house further away than in a townhouse or block of flats. You will have more freedom in matters such as exterior decorating or choosing your preferred pets. You can also determine the level of maintenance and security required for the property, and allocate a budget for these services according to your own priorities. You can deal directly with the municipality regarding any service issues, instead of relying on the body corporate. NOW READ: House prices are rising in SA — here's why
Sky News AU
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Nicole Kidman gets cosy with Nine Perfect Strangers co-star Henry Golding before suffering wig malfunction on the red carpet in Cannes
Nicole Kidman has walked the red carpet hand-in-hand with her latest co-star Henry Golding before suffering an awkward wig malfunction in Cannes. On Thursday, Kidman and Golding posed on the red carpet in Beverly Hills to celebrate the second season of Prime Video's Nine Perfect Strangers. Kidman, 57, stunned in a tailored suit by Haider Ackerman for Tom Ford that featured a daring neckline and completed the look with leather gloves. The legendary movie star wore her ashy blonde hair in a pulled back ponytail. Golding, 38, joins the series in season two and posed holding hands with the Aussie movie star at the premiere. Based on the book of the same name by Australian Liane Moriarty, the second series of Nine Perfect Strangers premieres on Prime Video on May 22. Kidman will reprise her role as Russian wellness guru Masha Dmitrichenko for the new season, which sees Masha take her new recruits to the Swiss Alps. The Babygirl star is also an executive producer on the project, alongside Bruna Papandrea's Made Up Stories and David E. Kelley. On Saturday, Kidman appeared on yet another red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival and sported a dramatically different look, this time showing off flowing golden locks with a centre part. However, the bright lighting appeared to reveal the new look was actually a wig, with a slight colour difference separating the start of the mesh wig from the legendary Oscar winner's real hair. Kidman, who has amassed five Oscar nominations in her glittering career, is well known for using wigs and hair pieces to transform into her iconic characters. She also uses wigs and extensions to dramatically transform on the red carpet. Earlier this month, Kidman shocked fans at the Met Gala in New York after unveiling a shocking chopped two-tone blonde mullet.
