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I don’t like football, but I do like platformers, so Kick is a pretty little bridge that closes that gap
Kick is an upcoming side-scrolling platformer that combines football dribbling with obstacle-course gameplay, appealing to players who may enjoy platformers more than sport. The article argues that its bright presentation and satisfying challenge make this blend of genres feel approachable and distinctive. Players control a teenager travelling to school while keeping a football in play,…
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Did This Modern Rock Band Rip Off Led Zeppelin?
The article examines the frequent comparison between Greta Van Fleet and Led Zeppelin, asking whether the modern rock band’s strong resemblance amounts to imitation rather than influence. It argues that Greta Van Fleet has helped revive a louder, blues-driven style of rock for listeners dissatisfied with softer contemporary subgenres, but suggests their sound can feel…
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4 Wonderfully “Wasted” Songs
Four songs with “wasted” in their titles are highlighted for their musical and emotional distinctiveness, spanning country, rock and folk-rock. The article argues that the term has inspired songs about regret, lost time and missed opportunities. – “Wasted Days & Wasted Nights” – Freddy Fender revived his 1959 song in 1975 after the success of…
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Matt Damon, now a Fortnite skin, once turned down ‘a bunch of money’ to appear in a Bourne game because they wouldn’t make it more like Myst
Matt Damon reportedly declined a lucrative offer to appear in a video game based on the Bourne films because he wanted a more puzzle-focused experience, likening his preferred direction to Myst. The anecdote has resurfaced as Damon becomes available as a Fortnite character skin, highlighting the contrast between his earlier reservations about game adaptations and…
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Netflix reveals around 300 titles have used generative AI
Netflix has confirmed that around 300 titles on its platform have used generative AI, mostly during post-production, as the streaming giant leans further into the technology to cut costs and speed up output. The company disclosed the figure in its second-quarter earnings report, framing AI as a means of delivering “higher quality output more quickly…
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No century, but plenty of class – Root leads England to victory
Joe Root made an unbeaten 99 to lead England to a four-wicket victory over India in the second one-day international in Cardiff. The result levelled the three-match series with one match remaining, giving England a timely response after the opening fixture. Root fell just short of a century but guided the chase calmly, with the…
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Netflix to Stop Releasing Viewership Data Every 6 Months, Will Shift to Annual Reports
Netflix will stop publishing its “What We Watched” viewership report every six months and move to a single annual report from 2027. The change reduces the frequency of its most detailed public viewing disclosures, even as scrutiny grows over how well original series retain audiences beyond their first seasons. Its latest six-month report, covering January…
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Hailey Bieber’s New Gap Collaboration Brings Back the ’90s Denim Looks Dominating Pop Culture
Hailey Bieber has launched a limited-edition Gap denim capsule, “The Hailey Jean”, drawing on her 1990s-inspired style and vintage Gap jeans from her own collection. The collaboration reflects Gap’s continued use of celebrity partnerships to generate fashion interest, while responding to the popularity of oversized, relaxed denim silhouettes. The range, available online and in selected…
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Netflix Shares Fall After Mixed Q2 Earnings Report; Execs Say “Quality And Variety” Matter As Much As View Time
Netflix shares fell 9% in after-hours trading after the streamer reported mixed second-quarter results, with revenue narrowly missing Wall Street expectations despite a small earnings beat. The reaction highlights investor concern over Netflix’s growth and engagement, particularly as it faces intense competition for viewers’ time from platforms such as YouTube and TikTok. Revenue was $12.56…
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Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin’s claims of ‘winning the offseason’ fall on deaf ears for fans
James Franklin’s assertion that Virginia Tech has “won the offseason” has been met with scepticism from some supporters, reflecting concern that recruitment and pre-season optimism must translate into results on the field. The reaction matters because Franklin arrives with a high-profile record and faces immediate pressure to restore confidence in the programme. Franklin takes over…