Keri Russell from The Diplomat made a solo appearance at the 2025 Golden Globes on Sunday January 5. She spoke with Entertainment Tonight and Variety to clarify her husband Matthew Rhys was not accompanying her due to travel logistics as their children needed to return home. She added that she was able to briefly converse with Gary Oldman who is an idol for her husband plus met actress Kathy Bates who is also one of her favorites as well. The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles hosted The Golden Globes which were shown on both CBS and Paramount plus.
Keri Russell's Nomination for The Diplomat Season Two Highlights Series' Popularity at the Golden Globes Awards
Keri Russell is nominated for Best Actress in a Drama at this year’s award for her work in the second season of the series The Diplomat portraying the character Kate Wyler with Rufus Sewell starring along with her. This nomination is actually her fifth overall including being nominated for the same award in the previous year for season one of The Diplomat showcasing strong reception to the actress by the Hollywood community. The series also showcases complex relationship dynamics between Kate and Hal Wyler played by Rufus Sewell who navigate a global power balance from the U.K. with new complexities with arrival of Alison Janney. The actress said Alison Janney's role made the season more complicated and even more engaging from character interactions.
Jimmy Carter's Legacy in Nepal Commemorated Following his Passing by Various Governmental Officials
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's death has led to mourning across Nepal. He is fondly remembered for his major role within the Nepalese peace process specifically the agreement between the Communist Party of Nepal Maoist to mainstream politics ending years of guerilla warfare. Jimmy Carter visited Nepal in 2007 and spoke directly to Maoist leaders Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Baburam Bhattarai for nearly one hour discussing his position on the U.S. Terrorist list at the time. Jimmy Carter became one of the highest ranking Americans to support taking the Maoists off the U.S terrorist list a highly influential action.
The Carter Center's Peace Efforts in Nepal Lead To Removal of Maoists From Terrorist Lists in 2012
Pushpa Kamal Dahal requested removal from terrorist list due to US placing them in 2004 during the meeting between he and former president Jimmy Carter. President Carter showed support in 2008. The Carter Center an organization ran by the former president received an invite in 2009 from multiple leaders including Dahal for helping their peace process. Dahal specifically requested Carter's ongoing observation and his influence toward implementing the peace process for constitution drafting that led to change with the Carter organization helping the peace process greatly in local areas .
The U.S formally delisted the Communist Party of Nepal Maoist and associates on September 6 2012 following the peace agreement in November 2006 which effectively ended the decades long conflict and included their inclusion within mainstream political discourse . The Department of State took action by recognizing changes within the Maoist Party by noting its new role in government steps to end terrorist operations plus a credible commitment to peace and reconciliation with multiple groups in country. The Carter Center started operations in Nepal since 2004 sending observers to Nepal during constituent assembly elections in 2008 and 2013 creating international attention toward democracy in region. Carter lauded the inclusiveness of the assembly and this praise was given to major Nepali newspapers including Kathmandu Post and Kantipur Daily of Nepal cementing his work as an advocate.
Ornithologist Hem Subedi Shares Story About Birding With Carter In Nepal Highlighting Humility and Service
President Jimmy Carter loved birdwatching on all his visits across Nepal including the time he read from book “An Outdoor Journal” in the University of Arkansas Press Carter collection which talks of the nature experiences in the Nepal region of Mount Everest. Birding was a very specific activity that former President Carter engaged in through his five different visits during the time span of 1985 to 2013 even though it was seen as an interest secondary to his political work. Jimmy Carter went from Everest base camp directly to Tiger Tops for animal and bird watching in 1985 showing immediate need to experience nature.
Hem Subedi the ornithologist who would be guide of President Jimmy Carter during Carter's Nepal visit shared unique perspective showing simple yet engaging stories including meetings at the Kathmandu Valley at Phulchoki. He described interacting with the U.S Secret Service at the US Embassy to provide insights into President Carter’s security before and during the excursion into the Nepalese wilderness. After the security process Carter agreed to allow guide Hem Subedi inside his car during the bird watching session showing Carter’s adaptability and easy nature among all sorts of situations in both diplomatic as well as other situations. President Jimmy Carter’s love for nature including bees was noted by the other individuals as well such as how President Carter liked to keep data on birds around his property when having breakfast back home in Georgia showing dedication even when in relaxed environment.
On second day of adventure Hem Subedi guided Jimmy Carter Rosalyn Carter Becky and Brian showing continuity in their relationships while also bonding over new experiences. He gave Hem “Beyond The White House” with signature showcasing personal bond they made in very short time of a couple days as a thanks before leaving to return home . President Carter and Hem discussed his daughter’s autism through their charity showing him as a very social person who valued family highlighting commonality with Hem's life. President Jimmy Carter showed respect by actively listening to Hem showcasing not only diplomatic character also a kind personality as well. Jimmy Carter would ultimately pass away on December 29 2024 at the age of 100 after a long well lived life.
Other Nepalese ornithologist Rajendra Suwal remembers guiding President Jimmy Carter for bird watching on trips in 2007 at Shivapuri with later trips in 2013 at Nagarjuna plus Godavari all within Nepal’s geographical terrain . Ornithologist Dr Hemsagar Baral provided guidance to Jimmy Carter in Phulchowki in 2008 where Carter showed much engagement showing interest to Nepalese wildlife with Suwal mentioning US ambassadors involvement showing respect for the president's passions and commitment for wildlife.
Carter viewed many different PowerPoints during travels and documentations such as “Planet Earth's Mountains”. He showed enthusiasm for early morning activities and nature watching where they observed 400 birds in both the Shivapuri and the Phulchowki region when most of all of Nepal has 900 species providing unique data with small portion of geographical viewing. Jimmy Carter commented “I really like birding” after many observations during different trips across Nepalese landscapes before his wife joined for next observation to provide shared experience.
The Traitors Season Three Premiere Showcases Intense Drama and Treachery on BBC One TV Network
BBC One's The Traitors returned for a third season delivering numerous twists including three players being eliminated before making it to the castle. The premiere show saw multiple changes including Traitors attempting to slyly fail challenges by losing on purpose providing added stakes for contestants and the viewers during episode premiere on BBC One . This season Claudia Winkleman as host also returned for third season wearing enviable knitted garments including various forms of stylish gloves . Many early attempts for people who falsely identified other Faithful as a Traitor creating early conflicts across multiple groups showcasing new dynamics for this specific season during those episodes . The first two episodes aired 8pm with the remaining set for 9pm showing one hour length per episodes for those that are seeking updates of current series in early 2025. There are twelve planned episodes that began with 8PM premiere and will change to 9PM. The BBC currently has confirmed 9 episodes with last 3 dates set for late January likely on Friday January 24.
Episode three showed the dynamics of personalities from different contestants like Freddie from Peterborough, a 20 year old and other interesting interactions showing that strategy for survival is of upmost concern in the format of this program. Freddie described himself in that episode to be playing with both age advantage also flirting with those to get ahead along with showcasing his political skills learned in higher education programs to benefit himself from other Faithful in attempt to be not chosen as next Murdered person. Other cast members include Linda from Hertfordshire; Kasim from Cambridge plus Maia from Essex who may also all be vulnerable in upcoming episodes based off previous episodes broadcast across BBC One TV network showing very competitive nature of survival of this TV series.
In current episodes presented Claudia Winkleman introduces challenges in that the Faithful will identify the Traitor before becoming their next victims which requires specific skill sets plus adaptability during each weekly interaction creating new relationships. Freddie specifically has called out he feels Armani was Traitor and Maia admitted that Armani was highly likely to be a Traitor adding conflict that is ongoing throughout program for viewing audience. Meanwhile Kasim is identified as Traitor due to being doctor according to other contestants that creates unique dynamic and potential for dramatic results with multiple interactions from cast members. Linda another Traitor is trying to hide her true role in the show and even describes she "quite likes lying” that makes others think she can not be a Traitor during many rounds.
Other programs also aired on BBC One include SAS Rogue Heroes , which was a historical drama that followed a historical storyline regarding the unit as well as Gavin & Stacey’s Fond Farewell which shows creators as they reminisce about production and their time behind scenes plus ITV1 which aired Vera another crime drama starring Brenda Blethyn. Other networks Sky Sports Main Event showcased sports matches like Great Britain vs Australia for tennis and Championship Football games such as Hull City versus Middlesbrough. Live program guide shared more detail about many new TV show as well.