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“You have to survive”: the ‘Saturday Night Live’ star who called the show a “traumatic experience”
Nora Dunn described her five years on Saturday Night Live as a “traumatic experience” that cast members must survive, highlighting the pressures behind a programme widely known for its comedy and cultural influence. Her comments matter because they offer an account of the strain created by the show’s demanding, competitive production environment. Dunn joined SNL…
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SUFC News: Wilder addresses Hamer transfer speculation with United stance clear – thestar.co.uk
Chris Wilder has addressed speculation over Gus Hamer’s future by making clear that Sheffield United do not intend to let key players leave cheaply. The midfielder is expected to attract interest after the Blades missed promotion to the Premier League, but the club’s stance suggests any potential buyer would need to meet its valuation. Hamer,…
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10 Greatest Video Game Boss Fights of All Time
Collider ranks memorable video-game boss fights using factors including originality, difficulty, mechanics, narrative stakes, critical reception and fan opinion. – Sans — ‘Undertale’ (2015): A deliberately punishing Genocide-route encounter that breaks normal combat rules. – Volo — ‘Pokémon Legends: Arceus’ (2022): A demanding multi-stage finale involving Volo and Giratina’s two forms. – Phalanx — ‘Shadow…
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Houston Texans 2025 win total set at 9.5 as CJ Stroud faces questions about offensive line
The Houston Texans’ projected 2025 win total has been set at 9.5, reflecting expectations that the team can remain competitive after a strong previous season. The central question is whether quarterback C.J. Stroud can continue to lead the offence effectively despite concerns over Houston’s offensive line and a demanding schedule. A total of 9.5 means…
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Got a spare $10? Net yourself almost 150 games and help support laid off game devs with the game industry hardship fund bundle
Necrosoft has launched an itch.io bundle of almost 150 games to raise money for a hardship fund supporting games industry workers affected by layoffs. The initiative responds to widespread job losses and aims to provide practical help to developers who are unemployed or under-employed. The bundle costs $10 and its proceeds will be distributed by…
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A 10/10 Noir Masterpiece by One of Christopher Nolan’s Favorite Directors Is Coming to Prime Video
David Lynch’s neo-noir film Blue Velvet is set to arrive on Prime Video in August 2026, giving viewers another chance to watch one of the director’s most acclaimed works. The announcement is framed alongside Christopher Nolan’s recent comments about Lynch’s influence, highlighting the enduring impact of Lynch’s surreal and psychologically unsettling cinema on later filmmakers.…
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day leak racks up millions of views
A pirated copy of Spider-Man: Brand New Day remained on X for more than seven hours before being removed, reaching millions of accounts in that time. Despite the leak, the film’s early box-office performance suggests demand remains strong, underlining its potential to become one of the biggest cinema openings on record. The bootleg reportedly reached…
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Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy is leaving Netflix, and it’s never felt more relevant
Sam Raimi’s three Spider-Man films are due to leave Netflix on 5 August, prompting Polygon to argue that they remain especially significant as the superhero genre faces renewed scrutiny over its future. The article says the trilogy helped revive blockbuster superhero cinema after the first film’s record-breaking 2002 release, while retaining a distinctive mix of…
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My new favourite Tolkien game is free, has over 40 years of history, and would run on a toaster
PC Gamer highlights Angband, a free, text-based roguelike rooted in Tolkien’s world, as a compelling alternative to modern licensed Lord of the Rings games. Its appeal lies in deep, punishing dungeon exploration and decades of community development, showing that an old-fashioned presentation can still support a rich fantasy experience. The game descends from Moria and…
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The Story Behind Jimmy Buffett’s Legendary Opening Night at This Iconic Nashville Venue
Before becoming associated with Key West and his later commercial success, Jimmy Buffett was a struggling singer-songwriter in Nashville. The article recounts how his determination led him to become the first artist booked at Exit/In, a venue that later became an important part of Nashville’s musical history. In 1971, Buffett spotted the unfinished Exit/In while…