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On his home planet of Krypton, the child who would become Superman (Review) was given the name Kal-El. This name holds significant meaning, with "El" often being interpreted as "God" in Hebrew, leading some to translate Kal-El as "Voice of God." Another interpretation from the comics suggests the name means "Star-Child." He was sent to Earth by his parents, Jor-El and Lara, to escape the planet's destruction. Upon his arrival, he was discovered and raised by Jonathan and Martha Kent, who gave him the more terrestrial name of Clark Kent.
As an adult, Clark Kent's chosen profession is that of a journalist for the Metropolis newspaper, the Daily Planet. This career choice serves as the perfect cover for his double life, allowing him to stay informed about crises where Superman might be needed. The newspaper was not always known by this iconic name; in Superman's earliest comic book appearances, he worked for the "Daily Star." The name was permanently changed to the "Daily Planet" in 1940.
At the Daily Planet, Kent works alongside the intrepid reporter Lois Lane, young photographer Jimmy Olsen, and their demanding but fair editor-in-chief, Perry White. While often portrayed as a mild-mannered and slightly clumsy reporter, Clark Kent is a respected and capable journalist in his own right. His position at the newspaper is a cornerstone of the Superman mythos, providing a constant connection to the everyday world he has sworn to protect.
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