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Passenger attacked at Clapham Junction after reporting fare evasion
A passenger was assaulted at Clapham Junction station after reporting a fare dodger to staff for pushing through ticket barriers without paying. The victim alerted a station worker about the man’s actions, but the man witnessed this and retaliated by punching him twice in the face, causing significant injuries that required hospital treatment. The incident…
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Nimesh Patel on stand-up, Palestine and politics: ‘The way that religion’s been weaponized is ugly’
Nimesh Patel’s new Netflix special, *Buy the Dip*, combines relaxed stand-up with pointed observations about healthcare, finance, terrorism charges, Palestine and the politicisation of religion. The article portrays Patel as a comedian whose material is shaped by his Indian-American identity, his experiences after 9/11 and his willingness to approach morally complicated subjects with humour and…
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NFTS and Sean Connery Foundation to open Edinburgh film centre in 2027
The National Film and Television School (NFTS) and the Sean Connery Foundation will establish a permanent filmmaking centre in central Edinburgh, due to open in 2027. The NFTS Sean Connery Institute will expand the school’s nine-year work in Scotland, supporting emerging talent, building sustainable careers and helping Scottish voices reach national and international audiences. The…
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‘Tango Metal’ Kickstarts Partnership Between Finland’s Helsinki-filmi and Iceland’s Glassriver (EXCLUSIVE)
Finnish producer Helsinki-filmi and Icelandic company Glassriver have formed a three-title co-production partnership, beginning with the six-part crime series “Tango Metal”. The project, combining crime, romance, tango and heavy metal, reflects a wider push among European independent producers to share creative and financial risks as funding declines and international co-commissioning becomes more important. The series…
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2 More September 2026 PS Plus Extra Games Available to Download Now
Two additional PlayStation 5 games have been added to PS Plus Extra in the UK, USA, and Japan as of 22 September 2026. Ball X Pit and Slitterhead are now available to subscribers in these territories, though members in other regions received access to the full September lineup earlier in the month. Sony is trialling…
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Putin’s party wins record Duma majority amid mobilisation fears
Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party has secured a record supermajority in Russia’s Duma (Parliament), winning 355 of 450 seats in a tightly controlled election held in March 2026. This represents an increase from their previous record of 343 seats and comes amid growing concerns that Putin could use this electoral victory to justify a fresh…
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Sheffield’s Graves Gallery to Close for Central Library Refurbishment Following Heating System Failure
Sheffield’s Graves Gallery, a prominent cultural venue on the third floor of Central Library that has exhibited works by Picasso and Warhol since 1934, will close at the end of October following an irreparable heating system failure. The closure accelerates a major refurbishment of the Grade II* listed building, which also houses the library and…
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Busan Film Festival Expands Pan-Asian Platform With Japanese Filmmakers Showcase and Diverse Jury Panel
The 31st Busan International Film Festival is strengthening its support for regional cinema through multiple initiatives aimed at facilitating international collaboration. The festival will host Japan Pitch, presented by
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Burnham leaves Labour’s EU return option open despite Brexit divisions
Andy Burnham has declined to rule out Labour pledging to rejoin the European Union in its next election manifesto, marking a possible departure from Sir Keir Starmer’s more cautious stance. The position could help Labour electorally as support for rejoining has grown, but Burnham would face a difficult campaign requiring a strong and credible case…