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Scotland exhibition reveals Roman altars and military life beyond Hadrian’s Wall

  • Inveresk was a major Roman military site.
  • Newly displayed altars honour Mithras and the sun god Sol.
  • Finds reveal Roman religion, trade and daily life in Scotland.

A new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland explores the Roman presence in Scotland, challenging the idea that Roman influence stopped at Hadrian’s Wall. Its centrepiece includes two fragile altars found at Inveresk, which point to a substantial military installation there and offer a glimpse of the…

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Guide: How To Unlock The Hall Of Fallen Foes In Zelda: Ocarina Of Time

  • The Hall unlocks after the Forest Temple.
  • Sleep in a green-glowing bed to enter.
  • Used items return after boss rematches.

The Switch 2 remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* adds the Hall of Fallen Foes, a museum of enemies Link has defeated that also lets players rematch bosses. It becomes available after reaching the adult portion of the story and completing the Forest Temple, giving…

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The Top 26 Looks in 2026 (So Far), According to 50 of Hollywood’s Biggest Stylists

  • Stylists’ votes identify Matières Fécales as a major favourite.
  • Feathers, sheer looks and cutouts feature prominently.
  • More than 50 stylists helped shape the ranking.

Hollywood stylists named their favourite red-carpet looks of 2026 so far, highlighting the designers and trends shaping celebrity fashion. Their choices point to Matières Fécales as a standout label, alongside Chanel, Dior and Saint Laurent, while Zendaya’s influence remains strong. The ranking was based on the top 10…

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Twisted gigolo gets life in prison for killing NYC art-dealer hubby with murder-for-hire plot

  • Daniel Sikkema received a life sentence for murder-for-hire.
  • Prosecutors said he paid about $9,000 to the former security guard.
  • The convicted man plans to appeal; the alleged killer awaits trial.

Daniel Sikkema, 56, was sentenced to life in prison for arranging the 2024 killing of his estranged husband, Manhattan art dealer Brent Sikkema, 77. The sentence follows a federal jury’s conviction on murder-for-hire and conspiracy charges, amid a bitter divorce and custody dispute. Evidence showed Sikkema paid about…

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SNP quango gave £900,000 to ‘Palestine-row’ arts group

  • Arika received £911,950 in Creative Scotland funding.
  • Its Glasgow programme focuses on Palestine and colonialism.
  • Critics challenge the event title and public funding.

Arika, a Scottish arts organisation, has received £911,950 in public funding from Creative Scotland for 2025 to 2028. It is organising a five-day Palestine-themed programme at Glasgow’s Tramway venue, prompting criticism over the event’s title and the use of public money. The event, called “Episode 12: From the…

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Gallery: I Spent £40 On Japanese Chocolate And All I Got Was This Zelda Merch

  • Zelda promotion is visible across Tokyo.
  • Lotte offers one of eight sleeves with qualifying purchases.
  • The writer spent £40 on chocolate and merchandise.

A writer visiting Tokyo for the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time describes how prominently the game features across Akihabara, from shops and public transport to convenience stores. The article captures the excitement around the release and Nintendo’s promotional activity, while suggesting the launch could…

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Lady A Takes the Reins of ‘CMA Country Christmas’ 2026 as Trisha Yearwood, Zach Top, and More Join Star-Studded Lineup

  • Lady A will host and perform at CMA Country Christmas.
  • The special airs on ABC on 1 December.
  • Disney+ and Hulu will stream it the next day.

Lady A will host the 2026 CMA Country Christmas, which will air on ABC on 1 December. The special brings together a broad country music line-up for the holiday season, with the trio also set to perform. Performers named include Dan + Shay, Debbie Winans, Grace Bowers, Jordan…

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Alfonso Cuarón’s Horror Thriller ‘Ascension’ Casts Art Malik, Fred Loxley & Mirren Mack As Series Regulars

  • Art Malik, Fred Loxley and Mirren Mack join *Ascension*.
  • Caitríona Balfe leads the Apple TV horror thriller.
  • A cult investigation draws Rose towards a deeper threat.

Art Malik, Fred Loxley and Mirren Mack have joined Alfonso Cuarón’s Apple TV psychological horror series *Ascension* as regular cast members. The casting expands a line-up led by Caitríona Balfe and brings together actors from several generations for a story about a documentary filmmaker drawn into a mysterious…

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City library could switch with art gallery building

  • Sheffield is considering moving its Central Library into the Millennium Gallery.
  • The historic library could become an expanded art gallery.
  • Councillors will decide on 11 November whether plans progress.

Sheffield Council is considering swapping the uses of its Central Library and Millennium Gallery buildings, creating a larger art gallery in the historic library and moving library services across the road. The preferred plan aims to secure the future of a listed building needing major repairs while expanding…

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Batman: Knightfall Part 2: Knightquest Release Date and Box Art Revealed

  • Knightquest arrives on 15 December 2026.
  • Azrael becomes Gotham’s new Batman after Bruce is paralysed.
  • The 76-minute animated film is rated R for strong bloody violence.

Batman: Knightfall Part 2: Knightquest will be released digitally and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on 15 December 2026. The animated sequel follows the consequences of Bane defeating Batman: with Bruce Wayne paralysed and unable to continue, Jean-Paul Valley, also known as Azrael, takes up the mantle…

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