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It’s Saturday, October 12 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• Next steps in the Iran-Israel conflict

• The spreading wave of Korean pop culture

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

Iran-Israel next steps

The Guardian: Iran is in urgent diplomatic efforts because it’s worried about Israel responding to Iran’s recent missile attacks. In particular, Iran is warning Saudi Arabia about oil facility threats. It’s also engaging Gulf states to prevent an Israeli retaliation.

Fijivillage.com agrees: Iran is desperate to stave off a huge Israeli response. Israel, for its part, has warned of a “deadly, precise and surprising” retaliation.

CNN says it’s not clear exactly what countries Iran is trying to negotiate with -- but it’s clear Iran is highly concerned about an Israeli retaliation.

Rferl.org notes that both countries are bracing for possible conflict in any event. That’s just the state of the world right now.

Korean pop culture wave

France 24 says South Korean culture is taking over the world! Cultural exports, like films and music, made $13.2B in 2022!

Yahoo says the phenomenon is real: South Korean films and TV make up the bulk of the $13.2B.

MENAFN had a theory behind the global success: South Korea's dynamic environment inspires its captivating culture. The country's vibes provide ample inspiration for creators.

The Guardian had a different take: South Korea's massively popular cultural exports are no coincidence. The government orchestrated the effort to extend the country's soft power -- and it's been hugely successful.

1) Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, last seen when Neanderthals roamed, will soon dazzle the night sky.

2) Johnson needs to navigate through political factions to keep his speakership position next year.

3) China's recent stimulus announcements fail to meet investor expectations, hinting at more spending.

4) Boeing announces a significant job cut and delays in the first delivery of the 777X jet as it faces financial challenges.