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One of HBO Max’s Funniest, Most Unhinged Shows of 2026 Has One Colossal Problem
Make That Movie, a six-part mockumentary comedy created by Australian comedian Sam Campbell with Paddy Young, has been praised as one of 2026’s funniest television shows. Its main drawback is limited availability: despite strong reviews and an absurdist style likened to Tim Robinson and Nathan Fielder, it is not currently available to stream in the…
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Konami investigating Silent Hill 2 Performance Mode issues after latest PS5 patch
Konami is investigating problems introduced to Silent Hill 2 Remake’s Performance Mode on PS5 and PS5 Pro by Patch 1.07. The update was meant to improve visual quality, but reports of darker imagery and visual glitches have instead renewed concerns about the remake’s technical performance on Sony’s consoles. Players have reported crushed blacks, overly dark…
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Illegal gambling crackdown nets £110,000 cash and gold
Authorities seized more than £110,000 in cash and a substantial quantity of gold during an operation targeting suspected illegal gambling. The action underlines efforts to disrupt unlicensed gambling activity and trace assets believed to be connected with it. The available information does not identify the location, individuals involved, precise allegations or the amount of gold…
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Best Gaming Laptops (2026): Razer, Asus, Dell, and More
WIRED’s 2026 guide recommends gaming laptops across premium, portable and budget categories, arguing that modern models now provide a credible alternative to desktop gaming PCs. It highlights slimmer designs, stronger graphics performance and higher-quality displays, while noting that the best choice depends on budget, portability and desired power. – Razer Blade 16 is presented as…
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The ornithological artist drawing 1,000 birds by hand – all for an app that wants you off your phone
Ornithological artist Keith Hansen is hand-painting roughly 1,000 bird species recorded in the US and Canada for Flock, an app designed to encourage people to leave their screens and go birdwatching. The project matters because it combines detailed natural-history artwork with technology intended to build interest in birds and conservation rather than maximise users’ time…
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A kids’ film taught me the power of delusion – and helped me chase my standup dreams
A comedian reflects on how the children’s film A Little Princess shaped her ambition and resilience, particularly her decision to pursue stand-up. She argues that the protagonist Sara’s unwavering belief in herself illustrates the “delusional” confidence needed to keep pursuing creative work despite uncertainty and failure. After winning an open-mic competition at 28, the writer…
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‘She’s the voice of a really particular moment’: how Phoebe Bridgers became her generation’s defining songwriter
Phoebe Bridgers’ third album, Lost Weekend, has received strong reviews and produced her first solo UK charting single, reinforcing the Guardian’s argument that she has become one of the defining songwriters of the 2020s. The article attributes her influence to an unusual blend of dry humour, emotional openness and unsettling musical detail, which has resonated…
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Marvel’s Biggest Crossover Ever Is Officially Dominating Streaming 5 Years Later
Spider-Man: No Way Home has reached number one on the global iTunes film charts, five years after its original release. The article attributes the renewed interest largely to the cinema release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, prompting audiences to revisit Tom Holland’s earlier Spider-Man films. The film displaced Michael, the musical biopic which reportedly earned…
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X-Men Actor Says Marvel Never Told Him Why He Was Replaced In ‘X-Men ’97’
Chris Potter, the original voice of Gambit in the 1990s X-Men animated series, says Marvel never told him why he was replaced in X-Men ’97. The recasting stands out because the revival brought back much of the original cast, and Potter remains closely associated with the character after helping establish his popular animated portrayal. Potter…
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4 Classic Songs That Make You Want To Move Out to the Country
The article presents four well-known songs that romanticise leaving urban life for the peace, space and slower pace of the countryside. It argues that each track evokes an escape from city pressure, making rural living seem especially appealing to listeners who feel confined by busy metropolitan environments. Paul and Linda McCartney’s “Heart Of The Country”…