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Epic Games confirms The Simpsons’ return to Fortnite

  • The Simpsons is returning to Fortnite’s Reload mode.
  • Epic will reveal the collaboration on 29 July.
  • A Springfield-themed map and new content are expected.

Epic Games has confirmed that The Simpsons will return to Fortnite through its fast-paced Reload mode, with a full reveal scheduled for Wednesday 29 July. The crossover matters because the previous Simpsons mini-season was one of Fortnite’s most popular collaborations, attracting both existing players and fans of the…

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Why the Chicago White Sox moneyline is the sharp betting play against the Houston Astros today

  • Fox News tips White Sox moneyline as the smart bet vs Astros.
  • Sharp money reportedly shifting towards Chicago in this matchup.
  • Previous day's Royals pick against Tigers had lost.

A Fox News sports betting column recommends backing the Chicago White Sox on the moneyline against the Houston Astros, describing it as the "sharp" play as wagering money shifts towards Chicago. The piece is part of the outlet's regular MLB betting picks coverage, aimed at readers looking for…

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007 First Light Updated with New TacSim Missions, Available Now on PS5

  • Free PS5 update adds two TacSim missions.
  • New weapons and a Hawaiian-shirt outfit are included.
  • More missions, gadgets and New Game Plus are planned.

IO Interactive has released a free update for 007 First Light on PS5, adding two missions to the game’s TacSim mode. The update, titled Behind Enemy Lines, is the first in a planned series of post-launch additions, indicating continued support for the James Bond adventure. The Workshop is…

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“They punched their way to the front and started spitting at us.” The story behind the violent, riotous gig which got the Rolling Stones banned from an English seaside town for 44 years

  • A 1964 Blackpool concert by the Rolling Stones ended in violence.
  • The band were banned from the town for 44 years.
  • The riot occurred during their breakthrough year.

In July 1964, a Rolling Stones concert at Blackpool’s Empress Ballroom descended into violence when fans fought their way forward and spat at the band. The disorder led the seaside town to ban the group from performing there, a prohibition that lasted 44 years and became one of…

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Lil Wayne Reacts in Disbelief to Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Reveal: ‘U Serious Boy’

  • Lil Wayne will receive a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2027.
  • He initially thought his brother was joking.
  • The honour recognises his major chart success and hip-hop influence.

Lil Wayne has been named in the Hollywood Walk of Fame’s class of 2027, reacting with disbelief after hearing the news from his brother Fabian. The recognition highlights the rapper’s lasting influence on hip-hop across a career spanning roughly three decades. Wayne has achieved five Billboard 200 number-one…

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Lucas Museum at Comic-Con: Star Wars Animated Series ‘Detours’ to Finally Screen, Film Programming Revealed

  • Star Wars: Detours episodes will finally be shown publicly.
  • The Lucas Museum opens in September with two film theatres.
  • Its programme centres popular art, animation and filmmaking.

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will publicly screen a selection of episodes from Star Wars: Detours, the animated parody series created by Seth Green and Matthew Senreich that was never broadcast after Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012. The announcement at San Diego Comic-Con is significant because it…

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‘Wicked’ Film Screening With Live Orchestra Announced: ‘Coming Soon’

  • Wicked film screenings with a live orchestra are planned.
  • Dates, venues and ticket details remain unannounced.
  • The films have grossed over $1.28 billion worldwide.

Universal Studios has announced a forthcoming ‘Wicked in Concert’ experience, pairing screenings of the two-part film adaptation with a live orchestra. The announcement offers no dates, venues or ticketing information, but signals an effort to extend the franchise beyond the films’ theatrical run. The promotional poster features stars…

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‘Future generations will curse us for its loss’: can nothing save Glasgow School of Art, Mackintosh’s masterpiece?

  • Full faithful restoration is now estimated at £265m.
  • The fire-damaged Mackintosh building faces an uncertain future.
  • Architects call for Scottish and UK government intervention.

Glasgow School of Art says restoring Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s fire-damaged 1909 building exactly as it was would cost about £265m, making a full reconstruction currently unaffordable. The announcement raises fears that one of Scotland’s most important architectural works could instead be left as a stabilised shell, reduced to…

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Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met with ZTE to deepen cooperation in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI)

  • Cambodia and ZTE discussed deeper digital-infrastructure and AI cooperation.
  • Priorities include 5G, AI applications and ICT skills.
  • ZTE says it has operated in Cambodia for 20 years.

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met ZTE executives during the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference to discuss closer cooperation on digital infrastructure and AI. The company said the talks reinforce its long-running partnership with Cambodia and support the government’s digital-transformation ambitions. The proposed areas of cooperation include deploying…

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‘Netflix has to evolve’: can the upstart survive the end of the binge-watch era?

  • Netflix’s binge model faces weakening returning-series audiences.
  • Streaming services cancel shows sooner than traditional broadcasters.
  • Weekly releases are proving successful for Netflix’s rivals.

Netflix is facing questions over whether its binge-release model can sustain audience interest as growth slows and competition for viewers intensifies. The company transformed television by releasing full seasons at once, but sharp falls in audiences for several returning series have prompted concerns that viewers are less likely…

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