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20-Year-Old Alysa Liu Officially Selected for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics
Alysa Liu has punched her ticket to the 2026 Winter Olympics by winning the silver medal at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on January 9.
This podium finish confirms that the 20-year-old skater will again dazzle the crowd and represent Team USA in Milan-Cortina.
Liu finished second behind Amber Glenn, who claimed her third consecutive national title with a score of 233.55.
Liu scored 228.91, while Isabeau Levito took the bronze. Together, this powerful trio will lead the American squad in Italy.
Born in Clovis, California, to a Chinese immigrant father, Alysa began skating at age five. By 13, she became the youngest U.S. national champion.
She was a prodigy carrying immense pressure, eventually competing in the Beijing 2022 Olympics.
At 16, feeling burnt out, she retired. She attended UCLA, traveled the world, and explored new activities like skiing.
This hiatus gave her perspective, allowing her to reconnect with the sport she once loved and return with renewed focus and clarity.
Liu returned to competition last year, winning the 2025 World Figure Skating Championships after just seven months of training.
Her recent U.S. silver confirms her skill and resilience, proving a brief hiatus strengthened both her talent and competitive focus.
Speaking after her U.S. Championship performance, Liu praised her fellow competitors. “To share a podium with these girls, to spend more time with them, I love it,” she said.
Her gratitude and camaraderie highlight the sportsmanship and dedication that define her ongoing career.
Nearly two decades after the last installment, ‘Rush Hour 4’ is officially in development, according to Paramount.
Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker are set to return as Chief Inspector Lee and Detective James Carter, bringing the iconic buddy-cop franchise back to life.
The ‘Rush Hour’ series began in 1998, with sequels in 2001 and 2007, mixing martial arts, comedy, and thrilling action.
The first three films grossed over $850 million worldwide, and Chan and Tucker’s iconic chemistry made the franchise a fan favorite, leaving audiences excited for the duo’s next adventure.
Franchise director Brett Ratner, who helmed the first three films, will return to direct. Chan has expressed urgency, joking that if the sequel isn’t made soon, “Tucker and me will be 100 years old.”
Tucker teased the film would be “on a whole other level,” promising a fresh dynamic.
No release date, and plot details have been announced yet. Paramount will distribute the film worldwide, aiming for a global theatrical release.
Fans are already excited, eagerly anticipating the return of Chan and Tucker, the iconic duo whose chemistry defined the beloved trilogy.
In 2026, Tokyo will welcome ‘PokéPark Kanto,’ the world’s first permanent outdoor Pokémon theme park.
The park promises a unique blend of immersive outdoor adventures and themed entertainment, redefining what Pokémon attractions can provide for visitors of all ages.
PokéPark Kanto will open inside Yomiuriland, nestled in Tokyo’s scenic Tama Hills area.
Covering 2.6 hectares, it features two main zones, ‘Pokémon Forest,’ a nature-inspired trail, and ‘Sedge Town,’ a vibrant themed area packed with shops, shows, and exclusive Pokémon merchandise.
PokéPark Kanto officially opens on February 5, 2026. With its mix of natural beauty and immersive Pokémon experiences, it is poised to become one of Tokyo’s top attractions.
Ticket applications opened on November 21, 2025, giving fans an early chance to secure access to the Pokémon paradise.
HUNTR/X made their first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade appearance in 2025, performing their hit single ‘Golden.’
With a giant balloon of the film’s blue demon cat overhead, EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI brought their animated personas to life and gave the crowd a lively, concert-style moment.
The trio, dressed in sleek black outfits, powered through the high-energy track with a team of dancers wearing gold gloves.
The performance mirrored the bold, fast-paced style of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’, giving fans a glimpse of the animated world in real form.
The 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade lights up New York City each Thanksgiving morning with towering balloons, vibrant floats, and lively music.
Hosted by Macy’s, the iconic event draws millions of spectators from around the world, celebrating a beloved holiday tradition in style.
The parade became a major moment for the group, exposing them to a massive audience beyond the film. With ‘Golden’ already topping charts, the performance created new excitement around the trio, leaving fans eager to see how they build on this momentum.
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