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Brenda Fricker, first Irish woman to win an Oscar, dies aged 81

  • Brenda Fricker, first Irish woman to win an Oscar, has died aged 81
  • Won Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 1989 for "My Left Foot"
  • Also known for "Home Alone 2" and "Casualty" TV role

Brenda Fricker, the Irish actress who made history as the first woman from Ireland to win an Academy Award, has died at the age of 81 following a period of ill health. She won her Oscar in 1989 for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in "My Left…

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Blackberry Crush – “Patterns”

  • Blackberry Crush release new single "Patterns"
  • Track recorded with Gleemer's Corey Coffman
  • Compared favourably to Sunny Day Real Estate's sound

Denver alt-rock outfit Blackberry Crush have released a new single called "Patterns," a hazy, multi-part track that leans into shoegaze textures while remaining more direct than much of that genre. The release adds to the band's growing catalogue and showcases their evolution from a Wyoming duo into a…

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Matt Berninger – “Martini Me Fatso”

  • Matt Berninger releases new solo single "Martini Me Fatso"
  • Track has a jazz-rock, bluesy adult contemporary sound
  • Out now via Concord, with accompanying video

Matt Berninger, frontman of The National, has released a new solo single titled "Martini Me Fatso," continuing a run of solo activity that began with the rollout and touring for his album Get Sunk over a year ago. The track marks a stylistic departure, leaning towards jazz-rock or…

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‘Heartstopper Forever’ Is the Perfect Ending to the Beloved Netflix Series | Review

  • Heartstopper ends with Netflix film Heartstopper Forever, not a fourth season
  • Film focuses on Nick and Charlie facing university separation and fears
  • Reviewer says the finale gives the leads a satisfying send-off, despite rushed pacing

Netflix's coming-of-age drama Heartstopper is drawing to a close with a feature-length finale, Heartstopper Forever, released two years after the third season. The film wraps up the story of teenage couple Nick (Kit Connor) and Charlie (Joe Locke), following their romance as they confront the fear and uncertainty…

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Engadget Podcast: Is Siri AI actually useful in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate?

  • Apple's iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate public betas are out now
  • Hosts say Siri AI feels useful, better than Microsoft's Copilot
  • Podcast also discusses OpenAI's rumoured AI speaker and Apple's criticism

Apple has released public betas for iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate and its other upcoming software, prompting the latest Engadget Podcast to weigh in on whether the new Siri AI features actually deliver useful functionality. Hosts Devindra Hardawar and Nathan Ingraham conclude that Siri AI feels genuinely helpful…

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Whether It Be Romantic Lead or Writer-Director, Jack Martin’s Ready to Tackle Whatever Role Comes Next

  • Jack Martin cast in Mindy Kaling's new Hulu comedy 'Not Suitable For Work' as a young professional in New York City
  • Former TikTok creator reunites with longtime friend Will Angus for the series; the two plan to live together during production
  • Show portrays emotionally open male characters, reflecting the cast's genuine friendships and personal vulnerability

The ‘Not Suitable For Work’ star digs into booking the Mindy Kaling comedy, how Gen Z filmmakers Curry Barker and Kane Parsons have inspired him,

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Larry June Races Back With ‘Who Coppin’

  • Bay Area rapper Larry June releases his first solo album since 2024, titled 'Who Coppin'
  • The project features prominent collaborators including Jhené Aiko, Musiq Soulchild, B-Legit, Swizz Beatz, and Wallo
  • Release follows June's BET Awards performance and Adidas Stadium Captain role in San Francisco

Larry June returns with new album ‘Who Coppin’. The West Coast artist is a prolific figure, with recent years bringing a plethora of studio collaborations, including a full album with pivotal producer The Alchemist. ‘Who Choppin’ is his first solo album since 2024’s ‘Doing It For Me’, and…

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Five reasons to be cheerful despite England’s World Cup exit

  • England's attack demonstrated depth with Kane and Bellingham each scoring six goals in key moments
  • The nation has now reached semi-finals or finals in four of the last five major tournaments, showing substantial long-term progress
  • Squad proved capable of performing effectively under difficult environmental conditions including heat, humidity, and altitude

Despite the heartbreak of a World Cup semi-final loss, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about England's footballing future.

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Space Afrika Link With Tony Njoku On ‘MLN’

  • Space Afrika releases 'MLN', a collaborative single featuring Tony Njoku, from their upcoming album 'Quiet Storm' (September 25, 2026)
  • The track showcases the duo's evolved sound, moving from industrial-noir towards a more emotionally expressive and technically refined aesthetic
  • The project emphasises collaborative creation and explores themes of identity, spirituality, and the human condition

Space Afrika – Manchester/Berlin-based duo Joshua Tarelle Reid and Joshua Inyang – today share their new single ‘MLN’. Grizzled guitar passages meets a string-laden symphony on ‘MLN’, featuring the filtered, fluttering voice of British-Nigerian artist Tony Njoku. The single centres collaboration and co-creation, with guitar and lead bass…

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Most smart appliances collect data: Here’s how to find out what yours tracks

  • Smart appliances transmit 3.4–19MB of user data weekly, including usage patterns, postal codes, and family routines like grocery buying and laundry schedules
  • Manufacturers share this data with subsidiaries and third-party partners for marketing and business improvement, with limited transparency about specifics
  • Consumers can review privacy policies to understand tracking, though company statements often remain deliberately vague

There's truth to the idea that our devices are spying on us. Smart fridges, washing machines and dishwashers are no exception.

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