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The classic rock band James Hetfield called the enemy of Metallica: “Posing up a storm”

  • Hetfield called Guns N’ Roses “part of the enemy”.
  • He objected to the band’s conduct, especially Axl Rose’s.
  • Metallica’s joint tour with them proved a learning experience.

James Hetfield said Guns N’ Roses were “part of the enemy” to Metallica, criticising Lars Ulrich for enthusiastically associating with the band. His objection was less about their music than their conduct, particularly Axl Rose’s treatment of others and his unpredictable behaviour onstage. The article contrasts Metallica’s tightly…

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Drake Says He ‘Probably’ Won’t Perform This Rihanna Collab at His Shows Anymore

  • Drake says “Take Care” is probably no longer part of his live shows.
  • The Rihanna collaboration reached No. 7 on the Hot 100.
  • He reportedly last performed it in 2017.

Drake says he will “probably” no longer perform “Take Care”, his collaboration with Rihanna, at his shows. He sang along to the song during a livestream, but suggested fans should not expect to hear it on his anticipated 2027 world tour. The track, from Drake’s 2011 album of…

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Scots photographer shortlisted in four categories for his ‘Little People’ series

  • David Gilliver has four photographs shortlisted for the 2026 British Photography Awards.
  • His miniature scenes place model figures alongside everyday objects.
  • The images range from pop culture to environmental themes.

Scottish photographer David Gilliver has had four images shortlisted in four separate categories at the 2026 British Photography Awards. The recognition matters to Gilliver because he says it is his strongest result in five years of entering, and he was surprised to see four of his works selected.…

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‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Is Finally Truly Epic — Thanks to Season 3

  • The review says season three makes the series feel truly epic.
  • It begins five years after the events of season two.
  • The first four episodes arrive on Prime Video on 11 November.

The reviewer says *The Rings of Power* finds its epic scale in season three, after two seasons whose mysteries and storylines often felt meandering. The new season is darker, more mature and more entertaining, with Charlie Vickers’s Sauron openly pursuing power and control. Set five years after season…

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In 1980, a Bette Midler track was endlessly rejected, until it became number one

  • Midler’s support rescued “The Rose” from rejection.
  • McBroom wrote the song in about ten minutes.
  • The soundtrack single reached number three on Billboard’s adult contemporary chart.

Bette Midler’s recording of Amanda McBroom’s song “The Rose” became a major hit after years of rejection, helping establish a new adult contemporary sound in the early 1980s. Midler championed the ballad for the film soundtrack, despite the producers initially disliking it. McBroom wrote the song in about…

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Poll: Is GTA 6 Being Stuck at 30fps on PS5 a Dealbreaker?

  • GTA 6 is targeting 30fps on both PS5 models.
  • The game will not offer a 60fps performance mode.
  • Players disagree over whether stable 30fps is acceptable.

Rockstar has confirmed that GTA 6 will target 30 frames per second on both PS5 and PS5 Pro, disappointing players who hoped for a 60fps option. The decision matters because many PS5 games offer a smoother performance mode, but Rockstar appears to be prioritising the game’s demanding visuals…

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Ahead of GTA 6 and as concerns over genAI PC ports grow, Take-Two’s CEO says they’re revving up their “technical defences” and “legal activites” over piracy

  • Take-Two is bolstering technical and legal measures against piracy.
  • Zelnick sees AI cloning as a creative and IP concern.
  • He says piracy will be a challenge but manageable.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says the company is strengthening its technical defences and legal efforts against piracy as AI tools make copying games easier. The issue is drawing attention ahead of GTA 6’s release, although Zelnick framed AI cloning mainly as a creative and intellectual property concern rather…

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Atmosphere Announce New Album Good Bye Make Party: Hear “Nostalgia”

  • Atmosphere have announced their next album, *Good Bye Make Party*.
  • “Nostalgia” is the first preview and reflects on memory and pain.
  • The 11-track album is listed for release on 15 January 2029.

Minneapolis hip-hop duo Atmosphere have announced their follow-up to last year’s *Jestures*, titled *Good Bye Make Party*, and released its first preview, “Nostalgia”. The song’s theme reflects on how memories can soften painful experiences, while holding on to hope for the future. Slug describes the album as exploring…

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Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings as Raiders hand starting job to Fernando Mendoza

  • Cousins returns to Minnesota for a 2027 third-round pick.
  • Rookie Fernando Mendoza is set to start for Las Vegas.
  • San Francisco and Buffalo are also making reported deadline moves.

The Minnesota Vikings have acquired quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round pick in the 2027 draft, reuniting him with the team where he played from 2018 to 2023. The move gives Minnesota an experienced option after two consecutive defeats and uncertainty over starter…

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‘Money Heist’ lines up a new score while continuing to strike gold for Netflix nearly a decade after its debut

  • Money Heist remains one of Netflix’s most-watched Spanish franchises.
  • Its first season drew 8.8 million views in early 2026.
  • A four-episode spin-off follows the search for the gang’s hidden gold.

Netflix is continuing to expand the Money Heist franchise, whose older seasons remain unusually popular nearly five years after the original series ended. Its enduring viewing figures help explain why the streaming service is developing another spin-off, this time focused on the police and the hunt for the…

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