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Crunchyroll locks shop behind subscription tiers, angering anime fans

  • Crunchyroll will restrict store access to higher-tier subscribers
  • Fans fear reduced access to physical anime media
  • The policy begins in August 2026

Crunchyroll has announced that, from August 2026, its online store will only be open to subscribers on its Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan tiers, shutting out non-subscribers and lower-tier Fan members from making purchases. The move has upset many anime fans because the store is not just a…

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Hidden Creatures by Dino Martins review – the revolting world of parasites

  • A vivid review of a book about the horror and brilliance of parasites
  • The book links gruesome biology to major global health problems
  • Scientific detail is balanced with lyrical writing and Kenyan field stories

The Guardian’s review presents Dino Martins’ Hidden Creatures as a vivid, unsettling but ultimately admiring exploration of parasites, from viruses and maggots to worms. The reviewer argues that the book matters because it shows both the ingenuity of evolution and the huge human cost of parasitic disease, especially…

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Aimee Lou Wood Returning For ‘Daddy Issues’ Third And Final Season On BBC

  • *Daddy Issues* will end with a third BBC season.
  • Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey are returning.
  • The final run jumps forward 18 months.

The BBC comedy *Daddy Issues* has been renewed for a third and final season, with Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey returning in the lead roles. The six-part series will conclude the story of Gemma Moscrip and her father Malcolm, whose relationship has been central to the show.…

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Heating oil suppliers told to compensate customers for price surge at start of Middle East conflict

  • CMA wants heating oil customers repaid after crisis-related overcharging
  • Around 1,700 households may have paid £150 to £350 extra
  • Watchdog says off-grid users need stronger market protections

The Competition and Markets Authority has told heating oil suppliers to compensate customers who were overcharged when prices spiked at the start of the Middle East conflict. Its investigation found possible breaches in cases where orders were cancelled and customers were then offered higher quotes, leaving some rural…

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Keane was Kane’s England team-mate – this week they are on different paths

  • One injury changed the course of Keane’s career
  • Kane and Keane’s paths have sharply diverged
  • Keane is now seeking a new club through the PFA

The article contrasts the very different careers of former England youth team-mates Harry Kane and Will Keane, showing how injuries and timing can reshape a footballer’s future. While Kane is preparing for a World Cup semi-final against Argentina, Keane is attending the PFA’s pre-season camp for out-of-contract players…

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SkyShowtime Sets Spanish Original Series ‘Death in Llanes’ About Murder of a Politician (Exclusive)

  • SkyShowtime is making a Spanish drama about a real murder case
  • The six-part series is based on Javier Ardines’ 2018 death
  • It reflects SkyShowtime’s investment in local European originals

SkyShowtime has commissioned a new Spanish original limited drama, *Death in Llanes* (*Muerte en Llanes*), a six-part series based on the real-life murder investigation into politician Javier Ardines. The project matters because it expands SkyShowtime’s push into local-language European productions while turning a high-profile Spanish criminal case into…

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“He said he did these big gigs to make money, but what he enjoyed best was playing in churches and castles with his missus.” Russ Ballard’s wild tales of Ritchie Blackmore, The Beatles, Robert Plant, Ozzy Osbourne and more

  • Russ Ballard reflects on famous rock-world encounters.
  • The piece contrasts big gigs with intimate performances.
  • Its focus is personal stories, not breaking news.

The piece appears to be a feature built around Russ Ballard recounting memories from his long career and his encounters with major rock figures including Ritchie Blackmore, The Beatles, Robert Plant and Ozzy Osbourne. Its main point is less about a single news event than Ballard’s perspective on…

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“I’ve fought longer for justice than they’ve served”: CSE survivors’ agony as abusers could be released early

  • Survivor says early release weakens justice for abuse victims
  • Abuser could leave prison after serving 19 months
  • Case raises concerns over prison policy and victim safety

A survivor of child sexual exploitation and abuse in Rotherham has said she feels failed by the justice system after learning that her abuser could be released early under the government’s emergency prison overcrowding measures. The article focuses on Miriam Lake, who said she spent longer pursuing justice…

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China grows at one of lowest rates on record; Thames Water has funds to survive to year end – business live

  • China’s quarterly growth slowed to 4.3%
  • Thames Water says funding lasts until year-end
  • Oil rose as markets tracked Iran tensions

China’s economy grew by 4.3% in the second quarter, one of its weakest rates in years, missing forecasts and slipping below Beijing’s target range as weak domestic demand offset strong exports. That matters because slower Chinese growth can affect global trade, investment and market confidence. At the same…

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Slasher Terror, Cartel Nightmares and a British Folk Monster Join Black Mandala’s New Horror Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Black Mandala has acquired five new horror films.
  • The slate covers varied sub-genres and regional folklore.
  • Several titles already have festival awards or premieres.

New Zealand sales company Black Mandala has added five horror films to its international sales slate, spanning slasher, survival, anthology, giallo and British folk-creature horror. The announcement matters because it strengthens the company’s position in the genre market and gives buyers a clearer view of the kinds of…

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