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What a Way to Make a Legacy: Cities Declare 9/25 Dolly Parton Day
Several US cities and local governments have declared 25 September “Dolly Parton Day” or “Dolly Parton Appreciation Day”, a tribute chosen for its resemblance to “9 to 5” rather than for marking her birth or death. The gesture reflects the widespread affection for the country music icon, who died on 25 August at the age…
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Alien and Aliens return to streaming on Netflix
Alien and Aliens, two of the most influential films in sci-fi horror history, have returned to Netflix after both landed on the platform at the start of September 2026 following a period of absence from streaming. Their arrival comes at a mixed moment for director Ridley Scott, whose latest release, The Dog Stars, has struggled…
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Robot dog could deliver your next package and an ad
Robot.com, a San Francisco-based company, has unveiled a new four-legged delivery robot called R-dog, designed to overcome one of the biggest obstacles in autonomous delivery: stairs and kerbs that wheeled robots cannot cross. Unlike conventional sidewalk delivery robots, which tend to get stuck when the terrain changes, R-dog combines wheels on the end of articulated…
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How John Malkovich’s 30-Year Oscar Drought Could Finally End With ‘Wild Horse Nine’
John Malkovich could earn his first Oscar nomination in over 30 years thanks to “Wild Horse Nine,” a black comedy from writer-director Martin McDonagh that premiered to a 13-minute standing ovation at Venice before screening as Telluride’s surprise patron film. McDonagh has a strong track record of turning festival launches into major awards contenders, and…
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Kolisi urges Boks to channel spirit of Soweto to beat All Blacks
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has urged the Springboks to draw on the history of Soweto as they face New Zealand at Johannesburg’s FNB Stadium, seeking to move ahead in their four-Test series against the All Blacks. Kolisi, South Africa’s first black captain, linked the match to the 1976 Soweto Uprising, a student-led protest against…
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The 8-Part Spy Thriller That Inspired ‘Reacher’ Has an Even Bigger Challenge for Season 2
Peacock’s spy thriller The Day of the Jackal, based on Frederick Forsyth’s novel and cited as an influence on Reacher, is preparing for a second season that faces a significant creative challenge following its Season 1 finale. The show diverged sharply from the source material by having assassin The Jackal (Eddie Redmayne) kill his pursuer…
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Steve Hilton Wants to Boost California’s Nightlife Economy If He Wins Governor
Steve Hilton, the Republican candidate in California’s gubernatorial race, has unveiled plans for an “Office of Fun and Freedom” that would cut bureaucratic red tape around nightlife, live entertainment and community events if he becomes governor. The British-born entrepreneur and former Fox News host, who has been endorsed by Donald Trump, frames the proposal as…
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UCAS applications: How to write a brilliant personal statement
UCAS has overhauled the personal statement section of university applications, replacing the old single essay with three targeted questions, in a bid to level the playing field for pupils without access to private tutoring or parental guidance. The reform, introduced a year ago, means applicants for September 2027 entry will be only the second cohort…
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‘Lanterns’ Writer Responds to Buzzy Episode Three Reaction: “I Just Hope People Will Stick It Out With John”
The third episode of HBO Max’s “Lanterns,” titled “OutKast,” has sparked widespread discussion for exploring how protagonist John Stewart Jr. was raised differently from his older brothers and why, drawing comparisons to public debates around Michael Jackson’s upbringing. The episode examines whether the extreme methods used by John’s parents to prepare him for the role…
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Belles & Dolly Parton’s ‘Son of Jolene’ Debuts on Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart
Belles’ collaboration with the late Dolly Parton, “Son of Jolene,” has debuted at No. 51 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart dated 12 September, marking Belles’ first entry on the chart. Written as a sequel to Parton’s 1974 country classic “Jolene,” the track holds particular significance as Parton’s final new recording released before her death on…