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‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Co-Director Explains It’s ‘Very Difficult’ to Evolve Marvel Characters, But ‘We Need To Surprise Ourselves’ and ‘Audiences’
Anthony Russo said that developing established Marvel characters for “Avengers: Doomsday” is difficult because the directors want to respect their histories while taking their stories in unexpected directions. He noted that fans have varied opinions, and said he and co-director Joe Russo hope to surprise themselves and audiences.…
Bill Gates denies visiting Epstein’s island amid renewed scrutiny of their ties
Bill Gates denied ever visiting Jeffrey Epstein's infamous Caribbean island during an NBC Meet the Press interview that aired on Sunday, appearing visibly nervous whilst discussing his relationship with the deceased sex offender. The tech billionaire's televised denials are significant given recent damaging personal revelations and his voluntary…
Engram sampler uses AI to create experimental sounds from recordings
Music start-up Thoughtful Things has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Engram, an audio sampler and groovebox that uses AI to transform recordings and generate unusual new sounds. The instrument is aimed at experimental sound design rather than producing polished, radio-ready songs, and is designed to let musicians explore…
Seattle woman allegedly bitten on forehead in racist attack from stranger
A woman in downtown Seattle says a stranger attacked her after hurling racist and homophobic insults, including calling her “the inferior race”. Prosecutors allege the attacker pulled Diana Gonzalez to the ground and bit part of her forehead; the case has drawn attention because authorities initially considered it…
Trafford’s Strong Debut Challenges Pickford; Tuchel Demands Maximum Intensity
James Trafford delivered an assured performance on his England debut against Spain in a Nations League opener, producing crucial saves that have cast doubt on Jordan Pickford's long-held position as the team's number one
Amazon reportedly set to sponsor Birmingham 2027 Invictus Games
Amazon is reportedly set to sponsor Prince Harry's Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 in a major sponsorship deal. The arrangement comes as the event requires a £20 million cash injection to cover its costs, a significant challenge following aerospace company Boeing's decision not to renew its sponsorship after the…
Snoop Dogg Hosts 2026 MTV Video Music Awards as Los Angeles Returns to Host for First Time Since 2017
The 42nd MTV Video Music Awards will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7:30pm ET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Snoop Dogg will serve as host for the first time, with the ceremony marking the city's
Alyssa Thompson’s first-half goal gives Chelsea a 1-0 win over Arsenal
Chelsea beat Arsenal 1-0 at Stamford Bridge, with Alyssa Thompson scoring the only goal in the first half. The defeat deepens Arsenal’s difficult start and damages their bid for a first Women’s Super League title in eight years, while Chelsea gain ground in a derby that is a…
Ireland Player Withdraws as Teams Skip Diplomatic Gestures in Controversial Israel Match
The UEFA Nations League match between Republic of Ireland and Israel in Hungary became a focal point for protest over the Gaza conflict, with Irish player Bazunu announcing his withdrawal from the fixture via social medi
Bill Gates Urges Mandatory AI Safeguards to Combat Misuse and Exploitation
Bill Gates has advocated for mandatory safeguards and oversight mechanisms governing artificial intelligence systems, arguing that technology companies must embed controls to prevent exploitation by malicious actors. He
Kenny Loggins Shares the Surprisingly Simple Words He Wants on His Tombstone
Kenny Loggins says he would want the words “He told the truth” on his tombstone, reflecting the value he places on honesty in his life and songwriting. The comment comes as he looks back on his career in the documentary *Kenny Loggins: Conviction of the Heart*. Loggins, 78,…
Urgent warning issued for Americans in the UK after attempted ‘terrorist attack’ as citizens are told to ‘exercise caution’
Five men have been arrested near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack against the US Air Force base. The arrests followed an alert from a local farmer who spotted suspicious activity near three white vans in the early hours of Sunday morning; police…
Rihanna Shares Adorable New Photos & Videos of Daughter Rocki After 1st Birthday
Rihanna shared photos and videos of her daughter Rocki on Instagram after the child’s first birthday, offering fans a glimpse of family life. The post drew attention for playful moments, including Rocki wearing a wig and hair curlers, using her mother’s make-up and briefly crying when Rihanna took…
Can Muse overcome Meta’s trust issues?
Meta unveiled its Muse AI agent at its annual Connect event, signalling a push to bring AI features to consumers as rivals OpenAI and Anthropic increasingly target business users. That strategy could suit Meta, whose social platforms are already part of many people’s daily lives, but questions remain…
2026’s Highest-Rated Sitcom Is Officially Returning to NBC in Less Than 2 Months
NBC’s *The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins* is returning for a second season, less than two months from the article’s publication. The sitcom, which premiered in January 2026, follows a disgraced former American football star trying to rebuild his reputation, and has been praised as one of…
Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus reveals how he sang on unreleased Linkin Park song
Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 has revealed that he recorded vocals for an unreleased Linkin Park song whilst visiting the band during studio sessions for their comeback album 'From Zero'. The disclosure came during a Q&A following the Los Angeles premiere of Linkin Park's documentary 'Unshatter' on 24 September,…
Fans Choose Madonna & Charli xcx’s ‘Danceteria Afterhours’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
Madonna and Charli xcx's remix collaboration "Danceteria Afterhours" has won Billboard's weekly poll for best new music, securing 63% of the vote. The track, an "afterhours" remix of Madonna's original song from her July-released album Confessions II, was chosen by readers over releases from Taylor Swift, Tinashe, and…
Chelsea restore resilience – are they title contenders again?
Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Arsenal suggests they have recovered some of the resilience and confidence that faded when they lost the Women’s Super League title last season. The result extended their unbeaten league run to 12 matches and left them two points behind leaders Manchester City, making Chelsea…
The 2012 role that saved Salma Hayek from Hollywood exile: “Actually, I quit acting”
In 2012, Salma Hayek was exhausted by acting and had lost her passion for it after working on both the comedy *Puss in Boots* and the drama *As Luck Would Have It*. She said she had quit acting, but agreed to appear in Oliver Stone’s crime film *Savages*,…
‘Better Call Saul’s Best Sequel Is Hidden in Its Most Ambitious Episode
Season 6's "Nippy" episode of Better Call Saul, which concluded in 2022, is positioned as a potential sequel to the Breaking Bad universe rather than merely a prequel episode. Filmed entirely in black and white and set during a bleak winter in Omaha, Nebraska, the episode focuses solely…