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NASA gives up on trying to rescue the Swift telescope
NASA and Katalyst Space have abandoned plans to rescue the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, a satellite whose orbit has been dropping due to increased solar activity, meaning it is now expected to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere later this year. The two organisations announced that Katalyst’s Link spacecraft, hampered by its own “attitude control issue”,…
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NEIL PEART Documentary Maker Hopes Film Will Reveal Iconic RUSH Drummer Was ‘A Very Loyal And Loving Friend’
A new documentary titled “Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple” will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on 16 September 2026, with a public screening set for 19 September and a broadcast on Canada’s CBC network on 23 September. Directed by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn, who previously made the 2010 RUSH…
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Amy Lee of Evanescence: ‘I could happily do an entire album of nothing but Portishead covers’
In a Guardian reader Q&A, Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee reflects on her career, songwriting and the band’s upcoming Sanctuary tour, discussing how the meaning of their breakthrough hit “Bring Me to Life” has evolved for her since writing it at 19 during an abusive relationship. She also addresses the political and emotional undertones of the…
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Abigail’s Party review – Tamzin Outhwaite’s Bev is Madame Bovary with a Cinzano
Tamzin Outhwaite is winning praise for her performance as Beverly in a revival of Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s Party at the Harold Pinter theatre in London, with the Guardian’s review declaring that she supersedes Alison Steadman’s long-definitive original portrayal of the character. Directed by Nadia Fall, this production of the 1970s suburban satire is judged to…
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Arc Raiders’ Fast Food Promo Skins Let You Wear a Sandwich in the Apocalypse
Embark Studios has partnered with Subway for a promotional tie-in with its multiplayer shooter Arc Raiders, offering exclusive in-game cosmetic items to players who buy meals at participating US restaurants. The campaign, called the Subterranean outfit promotion, runs from Thursday 20 August to Monday 26 October and coincides with the build-up to the game’s Frozen…
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5 Controversial Star Trek Episodes That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Polygon has published a ranked list of five Star Trek: The Original Series episodes that were controversial or poorly received on broadcast but have since gained critical appreciation. The article argues that instalments once dismissed as too slow, too preachy or too talky have proven ahead of their time, tackling themes such as leadership under…
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Prime Video’s Gritty 2-Part Action Thriller Officially Returns With First Trailer
Prime Video has released the first trailer for Season 2 of The Terminal List, the gritty action thriller starring Chris Pratt as former US Navy SEAL James Reece. The show returns after a lengthy gap since its 2022 debut, during which Pratt reprised the role in a prequel spin-off, Dark Wolf, but fans have been…
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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 2 Port From 14 Years Ago Sold Better In July Than Any Other Game In US
Circana has released its latest monthly sales report, revealing which games sold the best in the US, and Activision’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports performed particularly well. The Black Ops 2 port for PS4 and PS5 was July 2026’s best-selling game overall in the US ranked by dollar sales. The Black…
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Creator Talent Agency Ponte Firm Expands Teams On Both Coasts
Ponte Firm, the creator-focused talent management agency led by Shana Davis-Ross, is expanding its leadership team across New York and Los Angeles, alongside a promotion in Texas. The move reflects the wider boom in the creator economy, as digital talent increasingly seeks professional management and guidance, prompting several agencies to grow their rosters and staff…
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Felicia Day’s ‘The Guild’ Movie Breaks ‘Veronica Mars’ Kickstarter Record, Raising More Than $5.7 Million
Felicia Day’s Kickstarter campaign for “The Guild: Ren Faire’d”, a reunion film based on her popular web series, has become the highest-funded crowdfunded film in history, surpassing the record of $5.7 million set by the “Veronica Mars” movie in 2013. The milestone, reached with 38 hours still remaining in the campaign, underscores the enduring loyalty…