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Netflix and AMC+ secure shared Walking Dead streaming rights for 2027
AMC Global Media and Netflix have agreed a five-year, $500 million co-exclusive licensing deal that will make the entire ‘The Walking Dead’ franchise available across Netflix and AMC+ from 2027. It strengthens Netflix’s long-running association with the series while giving AMC+ its first opportunity to stream the original programme, creating broader access for fans internationally.…
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The Pokemon Company and Sony donate almost $1 million in total towards relief and restoration efforts for areas affected by Japan’s Kumamoto earthquake
The Pokémon Company and Sony have pledged almost US$1 million in combined donations to support relief and restoration work after the Kumamoto earthquake in Japan. The contributions underline how major Japanese entertainment companies are responding to the disaster and directing funds towards affected communities. The Pokémon Company will donate ¥50 million, while Sony will provide…
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Reform’s Jenrick demands Burnham ‘end the worry’ and rule out an £18bn ‘death tax’ to pay for social care plans – as he brands it ‘insulting’ Farage was snubbed by PM for cross-party talks
Reform UK’s Robert Jenrick has called on Andy Burnham to rule out using an estimated £18 billion inheritance-based levy to fund proposed social-care reforms, describing the possibility as a “death tax”. He also criticised the Prime Minister for excluding Nigel Farage from cross-party discussions on social care, arguing that this was disrespectful to Reform voters…
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San Sebastian Sets 2026 New Directors Lineup
San Sebastian Film Festival has announced the filmmakers selected for its 2026 New Directors programme, which showcases first and second feature films and runs from 18 to 26 September. The sidebar will bring together emerging directors from 13 countries, underlining the festival’s role in introducing international new talent. Jaime Lorente’s Spanish debut The Bad Son…
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“Our business did not grow with our audience”: post-layoffs, Xbox execs are trying to sell a gaming division bounce back by summer 2027
Microsoft’s Xbox division says it aims to return to financial growth by the end of its 2027 financial year, following recent mass layoffs and a weaker set of results. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma said the business had gained more than 200 million new players in 2026 but had failed to turn that audience growth into…
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Delta, United ban humanoid and animal robots from flights
Delta and United have barred passengers from taking robots that resemble humans or animals on flights, whether in the cabin or as checked baggage. The move reflects airlines’ concerns that the large lithium-ion batteries commonly used in such machines could create a fire risk, adding a new restriction as humanoid robots become more visible in…
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Cyberpunk 2077 Quest The Hunt, With Its Creepy Cartoon and Disturbing Braindance, Was Meant to Feel Like True Detective
CD Projekt developer Paweł Sasko said Cyberpunk 2077’s side quest “The Hunt” was deliberately designed as a psychological thriller inspired by True Detective. The quest matters because it shows the studio’s approach to using investigation, environmental storytelling and unsettling themes rather than combat to create tension. Players investigate serial killer Anthony Harris alongside River Ward,…
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SwitchBot makes a better fan
SwitchBot has launched the Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro, a compact portable smart fan that improves on its previous battery-powered circulator model with native Matter-over-Wi-Fi support, stronger airflow and longer battery life. The support means it can connect directly to compatible smart-home systems without a separate SwitchBot Hub, while its portable design targets medium-sized rooms,…
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Lloyds Bank to cut £2bn in costs as part of AI-powered strategy
Lloyds Banking Group plans to cut a further £2bn in costs over four years while investing £13bn by 2030 in technology, including artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency and growth. The strategy signals a broader shift beyond traditional lending, but raises questions over staff roles and branches because the bank has not specified potential job losses.…
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10 Best Slasher Movies in Film History
Collider ranks ten slasher films it considers the genre’s most influential and enduring, spanning the 1960s to the present day. The article argues that slashers have shaped horror through iconic villains, memorable killings and commercially successful franchises, while newer films have refreshed familiar conventions. – ‘Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives’ (1986) is praised…