As news of the film's production spreads, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch among horror aficionados and film enthusiasts alike. "Dark Curse: The Haunting" is poised to become a landmark in the realm of supernatural thrillers, promising to weave a tale of terror and suspense that will linger long after the end credits roll.Former Nine Entertainment CEO Hugh Marks has been appointed as the ABC's new Managing Director, as the national broadcaster moves to refresh its leadership. ABC chair Kim Williams announced the appointment in a statement on Tuesday, after the broadcaster's board unanimously voted to approve the selection. Mr Marks, who led Nine for almost six years before stepping down in 2020, has spent the past three years running Dreamchaser - a studio he co-founded to develop, finance, produce, and distribute content for film and television. "Hugh is a highly successful media executive, with more than 30 years' experience in Australia and internationally in content production, programming, and distribution, working across all platforms from television, radio, and online publishing and with extensive news experience," Mr Williams said of the appointment. "This breadth of experience is rare and will be critical to the ABC as we look to further strengthen our reach and engagement with the Australian community. "Hugh is unusually well qualified to lead the ABC's editorial and creative production teams online and in audio and video across the spectrum of ABC delivery responsibility in news, children's education, documentary, international and diverse drama for Australian citizens as viewers, listeners and readers across every major delivery platform available. "Hugh was a stand-out candidate, not only for his experience across every facet of the media, but for his strong track record of leading media organisations and driving substantial and sustained audience engagement. He is the right person to lead the ABC as we plan right now for renewal and investment." Under Mr Marks' stewardship, Nine grew from a $800 million television network into a major media conglomerate worth more than $5 billion. Key to this transformation was the completion of one Australia's most significant media mergers, between Nine and Fairfax Media, which forever changed the nation's news landscape. Mr Marks' tenure also saw a major renegotiation of sports broadcasting rights, as well as an embrace of digital platforms. In his own statement, the incoming ABC Managing Director said he looked forward to beginning his role and grappling with the "many technology and programming opportunities before us". "I look forward to working with everyone at the ABC as it continues to host and guide discussion on the issues of importance to Australia and lead in the delivery of quality, truthful and engaging news, and premium content," he said. "The ABC is an iconic and formidable media organisation. No other institution has the reach and impact of the ABC, and it is a privilege to lead the ABC workforce as we confront the many technology and programming opportunities before us." However, given recent scrutiny of the broadcaster's handling of certain issues, as well as a scandal tied to reporting on the actions of Australian soldiers in Afghanistan , Mr Marks hinted the broadcaster may need to make changes behind the scenes in order to make sure it delivered "excellent" content for viewers. "There are so many opportunities to deliver quality news and entertainment to Australians, but choices to make in what we prioritise in doing so. Making the right choices is what will determine our success into the future," he said. Asked by the ABC to elaborate on what those choices might entail, he added: "Just because it's possible, doesn't mean you should do it." "Where there are so many choices for audiences to engage with content... you have to be excellent, you have to stand out."spin 779 。

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Rumors of discontent within the squad have been swirling, leading to speculation of a potential "traitor" or "mole" leaking information or causing disruptions behind the scenes. Mbappe, known for his leadership qualities and strong character, has taken it upon himself to investigate the matter and address any internal conflicts head-on.Mobile wallets that allow you to pay using your phone have been around for well more than a decade, and over those years they’ve grown in popularity, becoming a key part of consumers’ credit card usage. According to a "state of credit card report" for 2025 from credit bureau Experian, 53% of Americans in a survey say they use digital wallets more frequently than traditional payment methods. To further incentivize mobile wallet usage, some credit card issuers offer bonus rewards when you elect to pay that way. But those incentives can go beyond just higher reward rates. In fact, mobile wallets in some ways are becoming an essential part of activating and holding a credit card. For example, they can offer immediate access to your credit line, and they can be easier and safer than paying with a physical card. From a rewards perspective, it can make a lot of sense to reach for your phone now instead of your physical card. The Apple Card offers its highest reward rates when you use it through the Apple Pay mobile wallet. Same goes for the PayPal Cashback Mastercard® when you use it to make purchases via the PayPal digital wallet. The Kroger grocery store giant has a co-branded credit card that earns the most when you pay using an eligible digital wallet, and some major credit cards with quarterly rotating bonus categories have a history of incentivizing digital wallet use. But again, these days it's not just about the rewards. Mobile wallets like Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and PayPal can offer immediate access to your credit line while you wait for your physical card to arrive after approval. Indeed, most major issuers including Bank of America®, Capital One and Chase now offer instant virtual credit card numbers for eligible cards that can be used upon approval by adding them to a digital wallet. Additionally, many co-branded credit cards — those offered in partnership with another brand — commonly offer instant card access and can be used immediately on in-brand purchases. Credit cards typically take seven to 10 days to arrive after approval, so instant access to your credit line can be particularly useful if you need to make an urgent or unexpected purchase. Plus, they allow you to start spending toward a card’s sign-up bonus right away. As issuers push toward mobile payments, a growing number of merchants and businesses are similarly adopting the payment method. The percentage of U.S. businesses that used digital wallets increased to 62% in 2023, compared to 47% the previous year, according to a 2023 survey commissioned by the Federal Reserve Financial Services. Wider acceptance is potentially good news for the average American, who according to Experian has about four credit cards. While that won’t necessarily weigh down your wallet, it can be hard to manage multiple cards and rewards categories at once. Mobile wallets offer a more efficient way to store and organize all of your workhorse cards, while not having to carry around ones that you don't use often. They can also help you more easily monitor your spending and rewards, and some even track your orders' status and arrival time. Plus, paying with a digital wallet offers added security. That’s because it uses technology called tokenization when you pay, which masks your real credit card number and instead sends an encrypted "token" that’s unique to each payment. This is unlike swiping or dipping a physical card, during which your credit card number is more directly accessible. And again, because a mobile wallet doesn't require you to have your physical cards present, there's less chance of one falling out of your pocket or purse. More From NerdWallet Funto Omojola writes for NerdWallet. Email: fomojola@nerdwallet.com . The article Activating Your Credit Card? Don’t Skip the Mobile Wallet Step originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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