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The Hindu
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Percy Jackson' Season 2 gets premiere date — Season 3 casts fan-favourites Nico and Bianca
Disney+ has set December 10 as the premiere date for season two of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, the fantasy series based on Rick Riordan's bestselling books. The announcement came Thursday during the show's panel at San Diego Comic-Con, which also included a teaser trailer and news about future casting. The upcoming season adapts The Sea of Monsters, the second book in Riordan's series. In a video message to fans, Riordan confirmed the date and previewed the introduction of Tyson, a Cyclops and Percy's half-brother, played by The Half of It actor Daniel Diemer. A brief glimpse of a chariot race scene at Camp Half-Blood was also included in the teaser. Executive producer Craig Silverstein praised the production scale, saying the chariot track was 'the most amazing set I've been on in my whole career.' Actor Timothy Simons, who plays Tantalus in season two, joked about the show's budget, referencing its 'fire budget' for effects-heavy scenes. The panel also offered a major update on season three. Riordan revealed that two fan-favorite characters from the books — Nico and Bianca di Angelo — have been cast. Levi Chrisopulos will play Nico as a series regular, while Olive Abercrombie will recur as Bianca. Chrisopulos has stage experience in Peter Pan and a guest role on FBI, while Abercrombie previously appeared in Mayfair Witches and Outer Range. Meet the di Angelo siblings. 🏹 Levi Chrisopulos is Nico di Angelo 🏹 Olive Abercrombie is Bianca di Angelo — Percy Jackson (@PercySeries) July 24, 2025 Season three will adapt The Titan's Curse, with production expected to begin soon. In addition to Scobell and Diemer, the panel featured series stars Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, and Dior Goodjohn, alongside executive producers Jonathan E. Steinberg, Dan Shotz, and Silverstein. Riordan and his wife Rebecca remain closely involved as executive producers.
LeMonde
2 days ago
- Politics
- LeMonde
Dutch far-right voters waver between doubt and conviction ahead of October elections
This is the city of "Henk and Ingrid." These are the names of two fictional characters created by far-right leader Geert Wilders to personify an average Dutch couple – the people he has promised to defend against "the system," "the elite," "the left-wing clerics," and, of course, foreigners. In Spijkenisse, a city of around 73,000 residents located in the suburbs of Rotterdam and the main entity in the newly merged municipality of Nissewaard, Wilders' Party for Freedom (PVV, far-right) achieved a record result in the 2023 parliamentary elections with 38% of the vote. The PVV became the leading party in the Netherlands, winning 37 out of 150 seats in the Tweede Kamer ("Second Chamber," the lower house of parliament), and subsequently formed a government. Their government has since proven to be a chaotic experiment: The coalition led by Prime Minister Dick Schoof collapsed in June after just 336 days in power following a crisis triggered by Wilders, who was frustrated with his three coalition partners' refusal to endorse his platform. Among other measures, the platform included declaring a state of emergency to halt immigration, deporting 60,000 Syrian refugees and putting an end to all family reunification. In Spijkenisse, a city that was long considered one of the poorest in the Netherlands but which now strives to attract middle-class residents who are moving away from downtown Rotterdam, a couple of retirees we met at the shopping center were not named Henk and Ingrid, but Nico and Caroline. They spoke while strolling between a nail salon, discount stores and a fast-food kebab restaurant. "Wilders wanted to defend ordinary people, but he did nothing, achieved nothing before bringing down the government!" said Nico. Did he vote for the PVV? Nico, a former Rotterdam port worker, would not say, but he asserted that Wilders would "for sure" not get his vote on October 29, the date when the country will hold new parliamentary elections. As for Caroline, she no longer intends to vote. "All that circus for nothing," she said with a sigh. On the local level, Spijkenisse has always been politically dominated by a local group named Ons ("We"), which holds 10 of the 37 seats on the municipal council (compared to three for the PVV).
GMA Network
3 days ago
- Climate
- GMA Network
Following viral reports, Nico Waje says, 'There are so many of us working hard behind the scenes'
Nico Waje of GMA Integrated News has been trending on social media following his viral video reports on typhoons Crising and Dante. . On Facebook Wednesday, the Kapuso reporter said he was aware of the comments and reactions of netizens in his reports, and that he is thankful for the kind words and appreciates them. Praises aside, Nico also acknowledged his fellow journalists "who give their all every day just to keep the public informed." "I'm not the only one doing this," he said. "There are so many of us working behind the scenes." "Mag-ingat tayong lahat please!" he added. "Really appreciate you all!" In its 11 a.m. bulletin on Wednesday, state weather bureau PAGASA said Signal No. 1 is raised over four areas in Luzon as Tropical Depression Emong is expected to make landfall. The following areas are under Signal No. 1: Ilocos Norte The western portion of Ilocos Sur (Sinait, San Juan, Cabugao, Santo Domingo, Magsingal, Bantay, San Ildefonso, San Vicente, Santa Catalina, City of Vigan, Caoayan, Santa, Narvacan, Santa Maria, San Esteban, Santiago, City of Candon, Santa Lucia, Santa Cruz, Tagudin) The northwestern portion of La Union (City of San Fernando, San Juan, Bacnotan, Luna, Balaoan, Bangar, Bauang) The western portion of Pangasinan (Dasol, Burgos, Agno, Bani, Bolinao, City of Alaminos, Mabini, Anda) For those looking to donate to the victims of the heavy rains, here is a list of organizations with relief operations. —Hermes Joy Tunac/CDC, GMA Integrated News
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GMA Network
3 days ago
- Climate
- GMA Network
5 times Nico Waje made typhoon coverage a little less gloomy
Nico Waje of GMA Integrated News has been going viral for his typhoons Crising and Dante videos on TikTok. Posting updates from town situations around the Philippines, Nico's comment section is filled with netizens calling him 'love,' 'babe,' 'the king of updates,' and the 'pambansang boyfriend.' They've also been reminding him to take extra care. Covering typhoons and disasters is never an easy thing — both for the news team delivering the information and for the audiences watching them. So thank heavens for someone like Nico Waje who is able to make delivering the news seem a little less difficult, and receiving the news a little less of a gloomy experience. Here are five of Nico's best moments: 1. From Brgy. Sapang Bayan, Calumpit, Bulacan Nico updated netizens about the situation in the Brgy. Sapang Bayan in Calumpit, Bulacan as he waded through a flooded area, jacket zipped up and umbrella in tow. While his TikTok video showed homes and townspeople in knee-high floods, netizens reminded him to take care. 'Gusto ko talaga yung nag uupdate sakin eh, sige love ingat ka,' a netizen said. 2. From Taft Avenue corner United Nations, Manila Nico's situationer between Taft Avenue and United Nations in Manila is quite the popular video as he explained how clogged drainage systems resulted in floods. As he gave updates on how the local government unit of Manila was in the area to clean out the gutters, one netizen hilariously said, 'Nico, ako naman nasa Antipolo. Baka gusto mo din mag-report from here.' 3. From Brgy. Saplad David, Macabebe, Pampanga On GMA News' TikTok page Monday, Nico reported from a bangka in the already-flooded Brgy. Saplad David, Macabebe, Pampanga. Netizens couldn't help but swoon over the journalist, who was drenched wet, thanking him for updates and once again telling him to take care. A netizen even called Nico the Pambansang BF. 4. Live reports Nico also posts his live reports on '24 Oras" like his situation report from Macabebe, Pampanga, for which fans thanked their 'babe.' 'Ingat guys! Masama ang panahon hanggang Thursday,' Nico said in his TikTok caption. 5. Offcam outfit checks @nicowaje Before diving into the flood outfit check????????Thanks for the rain gear GMA Integrated News ????? ? original sound - Nico Waje Nico gave a glimpse of what happens behind the scenes during a typhoon coverage with fit check video. A barefooted Nico was seen dressing up in waterproof pants and GMA Integrated News' waterproof jacket. To top it all off, he also wore a waterproof jumper and rainboots. With another filled comments section, Nico told supporters, 'Guys! I'm trying to read all your comments. Please know that I appreciate you all! Mag-ingat please! Lab u!' In its early Wednesday bulletin, PAGASA said Tropical Depression Dante is maintaining its strength as it moves northwestward over the Philippine Sea. Rains brought by Habagat is also forecast to continue bringing moderate to sometimes intense rains over Metro Manila and several provinces. As always, a reminder to keep safe, mga Kapuso. — LA, GMA Integrated News
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Owner Wonders What Dog Does When They Aren't Home—Pet Cam Catches It All
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. For one New Jersey pet owner, curiosity about what their dog got up to when left alone has turned their canine into a viral sensation—all thanks to a pet camera. The now-viral TikTok video, shared by @nicothesalchicho on July 18, captured the dachshund named Nico in a frenzy of joy as he raced across a long couch at top speed while home alone. The clip, recorded on a pet camera, has been viewed more than 527,000 times to date, amassing over 104,000 likes in less than a week. It has left TikTok viewers in hysterics. The moment, which combines high-speed hilarity with a dash of canine rebellion, is captioned simply: "This video kills me." An overlaid text on the video read: "TBT [throwback Thursday] To when my dog got so excited about sneaking onto the couch when we weren't home." Viewers were able to see Nico, a black-and-tan dachshund based in New Jersey, darting from one end of the couch to the other repeatedly with the kind of unfiltered glee that only a dog can display when they think no one is watching. The clip's charm lies in its relatability—an intimate, comical snapshot of pet life behind closed doors. While many pet owners suspect their animals may climb onto forbidden furniture in their absence, few get a front-row seat to the evidence. The pet cam's revealing footage answers a familiar question: what does the dog do all day when left alone? In Nico's case, the answer is simple—he throws himself a one-dog party. The video has resonated widely on TikTok, with amused viewers going on to poke fun at the moment in the comments. "It's their first time living too," one viewer posted, while another added: "He said it's my own personal racetrack!" "He made sure his paws touched every inch," a third viewer shared. "I can hear his evil laugh from here," one comment read. "Giving it all he's got before he has to get down," another added. "They are truly all the same," one viewer commented, while a different dachshund owner shared how much they relate: "My weens outsmart me every time. We have the same problem. Baby gates everywhere." "Secret life of pets is real," one comment said. Newsweek reached out to @nicothesalchicho for more information via TikTok and email. Stock image: A black-and-tan dachshund puppy sits on a sofa. Stock image: A black-and-tan dachshund puppy sits on a sofa. Getty Images Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
