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Sarajevo Unveils Open Air Program, Including Diego Luna’s ‘Ashes,’ ‘Minotaur’ and ‘No Good Men’
The Sarajevo Film Festival has announced its Open Air programme, one of its flagship strands, featuring high-profile titles such as Cannes selections Minotaur and Diego Luna’s Ashes, alongside the Berlinale opener No Good Men. The line-up reflects the festival’s continued role as a major showcase for both international arthouse cinema and films with strong regional…
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This week in PC games: Beast of Reincarnation, Big Walk, and Marvel Tōkon, plus a round table RPG, some flammable robots, and a flock of lovestruck pigeons
Rock Paper Shotgun’s weekly PC games round-up covers new releases from Monday 3rd to Friday 7th August, spanning a wide mix of genres and tones, from a throwback real-time strategy game to a US election-themed roguelite. The feature highlights how varied the week’s output is, from big-name licensed fighters to small, quirky indie experiments, giving…
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Multiple people injured following crowd “stampede” at London music event
Multiple people were injured after a crowd “stampede” broke out at the Ghana Party In The Park festival in Barnet, London, forcing organisers and police to end the event early on Saturday 1 August 2026. The Met Police said a small fire led to the venue’s gates being temporarily closed, causing a crowd to build…
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God of War TV show will reportedly recast Atreus for season 2
The God of War television adaptation is reportedly planning to recast Atreus for its second season. The reported change matters because Atreus is a central character in the game series and his relationship with Kratos is expected to be fundamental to the show’s story. The report does not identify a replacement actor or give a…
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Jon Bernthal claims that being afraid of pitbulls is “dog racism”
Actor Jon Bernthal has said that being afraid of pitbulls amounts to “dog racism”, arguing that the breed is unfairly stigmatised and judged on reputation rather than individual temperament. The comment, reported by Far Out Magazine, taps into a long-running debate about pitbulls, a breed often associated with aggression in popular perception despite many owners…
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CBS News Correspondent Trevor Phillips Says Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss: ‘Will Either Change the World or Crash and Burn’
Newly appointed CBS News correspondent Trevor Phillips has offered a candid take on his new boss, editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, predicting she will “either change the world or crash and burn” as she tries to overhaul the broadcaster. Phillips, who joins CBS as senior global affairs correspondent and will also feature on “60 Minutes,” was handpicked…
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10 Forgotten Fantasy Books That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Collider writer Diego Pineda Pacheco has compiled a list of ten fantasy novels he considers unfairly overlooked, arguing that while many classic fantasy works receive the recognition they deserve, others of equal quality have slipped from public attention despite ageing well. The piece spans both celebrated authors and lesser-known names, making the case that critical…
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AI and Protecting a Celebrity’s voice through Trademark
A growing number of celebrities, including Taylor Swift, Lionel Richie and the Backstreet Boys, are filing trademark applications with the US Patent and Trademark Office to protect the sound of their voices and signature catchphrases, following Matthew McConaughey’s pioneering registrations from 2023. The strategy is a response to mounting concern over artificial intelligence being used…
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Leonardo DiCaprio’s ‘Heat 2’ Takes Its Biggest Step Forward Yet
Michael Mann’s long-gestating sequel-prequel “Heat 2” has moved a step closer to production, with reports indicating filming is now targeted for November 2026. The project, based on Mann’s best-selling novel co-written with Meg Gardiner, has bounced between studios for years and finally landed at Amazon MGM after budget disputes elsewhere, marking real progress for one…
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3 Acoustic Songs From the 1970s With Melodies That Still Echo Decades Later
American Songwriter has put together a short list highlighting three acoustic songs from the 1970s whose melodies, according to the outlet, remain memorable and influential decades on. The feature celebrates the stripped-back, mellower quality of acoustic music compared with more bombastic rock, and singles out tracks the writer considers enduring examples of the style from…