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A Seoul appeals court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven more years in prison for resisting arrest, bypassing a full Cabinet meeting before his 2024 martial law declaration, adding to a prior life sentence for rebellion; his lawyers plan an appeal to the Supreme Court, and prosecutors are pursuing related charges in separate cases including those involving his wife’s legal matters.
TNA is reportedly bringing back EC3 for the Rebellion PPV, joining a recent string of TNA nostalgia returns (Allie, ODB, Mickie James, Taryn Terrell). The piece notes EC3’s edgier post‑WWE persona, his Control Your Narrative run, and his NWA stint, suggesting the return would fit a broader nostalgia-driven angle for Rebellion.
Rebellion unveils Alien Deathstorm, a PS5 horror FPS featuring a Combat Engineer fighting to survive on a derelict off-world colony; due in 2027, it’s a standalone title not tied to Ridley Scott’s film.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison for rebellion after declaring martial law and dispatching troops to surround the National Assembly in December 2024; the six-hour decree failed to stop lawmakers, Yoon was impeached and removed, and several officials were also convicted in related cases as Korea grapples with its biggest political crisis in decades.
President Trump expressed his belief that Zohran Mamdani is likely to win the NYC mayoral race, describing the outcome as a rebellion against poor candidates, and suggesting that other candidates could still influence the result.
House Republicans faced internal conflict over how to handle Epstein-related legislation, ultimately choosing to delay action to allow the White House time to release information, a move that drew criticism from Democrats and some within their own ranks, while also involving discussions with Trump.
Four Labour MPs, including Rachel Maskell, were suspended for rebelling against party lines on welfare reforms, but Maskell emphasized her continued support for the government as an independent and her commitment to advocating for her constituents, especially disabled people. The suspensions aim to enforce party discipline amid internal disagreements over welfare policy, with some MPs feeling the punishment is an overreaction.
Season 2 of Squid Game ends with a failed rebellion and many key players still alive, setting the stage for season 3 arriving on June 27, where new alliances and secrets will unfold.
Iran has expanded its ban on dog walking to at least 19 cities, citing public health and safety concerns, amidst ongoing cultural and religious opposition to pet ownership, which is seen as a form of rebellion against the regime. Enforcement is inconsistent, and critics argue police should focus on safety rather than targeting personal freedoms.
The series finale of 'The Handmaid's Tale' shows a rebellion in Boston leading to the liberation of the city, but Gilead remains intact elsewhere. June reunites with her daughter Nichole and searches for Hannah, while other characters like Emily, Janine, Serena, and Luke have varied fates. The series ends with June returning to the Waterford house, reflecting on her journey and the ongoing fight against Gilead.
The series finale of The Handmaid's Tale concludes with the rebellion reclaiming Boston, June and Luke planning to continue fighting Gilead across the country, and heartfelt farewells and reunions, ending with June returning to the burned Waterford estate as a free woman and vowing to keep fighting for a better future.
Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun has been arrested for allegedly collaborating with President Yoon Suk Yeol to impose martial law, which lasted six hours and sparked protests and legal actions. The martial law, deemed unconstitutional by critics, aimed to prevent parliament from overturning Yoon's decree. Kim faces charges of rebellion and abuse of power, with a potential death sentence if convicted. The opposition is pushing for Yoon's impeachment and an independent investigation, as the political crisis deepens.
The fall of the Assad regime in Syria marks the end of a 54-year dictatorship, with rebel forces Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) and the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) leading the charge. Despite the liberation of cities and political prisoners, the future remains uncertain due to the authoritarian nature of these rebel groups and the complex regional dynamics involving Russia, Iran, Turkey, and the U.S. The situation presents both challenges and opportunities for progressive forces to push for a democratic and inclusive Syria.
Rebellion has announced that their upcoming action-survival game, Atomfall, will be released on March 27, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. Inspired by the UK's 1957 Windscale nuclear disaster, the game involves exploring a quarantine zone in the Lake District. A Deluxe Edition with additional content and early access is also available for pre-order. Atomfall's release follows the recent announcement of Sniper Elite: Resistance joining Xbox Game Pass.
Haiti's most notorious gang leader, Jimmy Chérizier, also known as "Barbecue," is leading an armed rebellion demanding the resignation of acting Prime Minister Ariel Henry. The ongoing violence has paralyzed the country, with an unprecedented alliance between gangs launching coordinated attacks on government institutions. Barbecue, a former elite police officer wanted for human rights abuses, claims to be fighting against a corrupt system and for the Haitian people. The international community, including the U.S., is pressuring Henry to expedite the transition to an empowered and inclusive government structure, as the country grapples with a political crisis and widespread violence.