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A conservative party proposal, specifically from CDU, advocating for stricter border control policies such as perpetual checks at Germany’s EU borders, effective denial of entry for those without proper documents, and immediate detention for individuals facing expulsion, was narrowly approved by the Bundestag (Germany’s parliament) on Wednesday. However, this approval came with the backing of the AfD. The measures are yet to undergo a formal vote before they can become law.

One unexpected aspect emerging from this situation so far is the disclosure that authorities found thousands of containers of baby oil upon searching his residence. Initially, this fact sparked humor among comedians and on social platforms; however, the significance of all that baby oil is now being clarified.

In a conversation with SFX Magazine (through Redanian Intelligence), Lauren S. Hissrich shared that there are multiple additional stories set within the universe of “The Witcher” currently being developed. Expressing her deep affection for this world, she stated, “I’m always seeking new ways to broaden this world beyond the main series.” Having previously worked as an executive producer on shows like “Daredevil” and “The Umbrella Academy“, Hissrich disclosed that these spin-offs have been in the works long before the show premiered six years ago. She further added:

– “I adore this world, I’m always looking for new chances to grow it beyond the primary series.”
– “This universe of ‘The Witcher‘ is vast, and I can’t wait to explore more of it through these spin-offs.”
– “As a fan of this world myself, I’m constantly searching for opportunities to delve deeper into its lore with the spin-offs.

As a movie critic, I must say that Hwang Dong-hyuk’s “Squid Game” has undeniably taken Netflix by storm. This series not only holds the title for the most-viewed show on their platform but also shattered another record, becoming the most-watched series in a week during 2024 with a staggering 4.9 billion minutes watched in the last week of December alone! The first season was met with widespread acclaim upon its release in 2021, and discussions about a sequel began almost immediately. Fast forward three years to December 2024, and fans were eagerly devouring the seven episodes at a pace that would put even the most dedicated contestants of “Red Light, Green Light” to shame – and without the fear of being eliminated!

Following a lengthy wait spanning several years, Netflix has finally unveiled that the action movie is now prepared for release and will debut this spring on their streaming service. This thrilling announcement originates from Variety and their report detailing Netflix’s lineup in 2025, featuring updates on “Knives Out 3,” Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” and “The Old Guard 2.”