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Mon Laferte Hit In The Face With Phone Thrown By Fan At Las Vegas Show

  • Mon Laferte was hit near her eye by a thrown phone.
  • The concertgoer was removed and Laferte continued.
  • Other performers have also been struck by phones.

Chilean-Mexican singer-songwriter Mon Laferte was struck in the face by a phone thrown from the audience during her Las Vegas concert on Thursday, 5 November. The incident highlights a growing safety concern for performers as phones are increasingly being thrown on stage. Fan videos show the phone hitting…

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The guitarist who turned down The Traveling Wilburys: “I felt really bad”

  • Mike Campbell handed his guitar to George Harrison during “Handle With Care”.
  • Harrison played the slide solo that made the final recording.
  • Campbell said Harrison’s part was far better than his attempt.

Tom Petty’s guitarist Mike Campbell was invited to contribute to the Traveling Wilburys’ recording of “Handle With Care”, but felt his attempted solo did not suit the song. He handed his guitar to George Harrison, whose slide part became the finished solo, illustrating how the group’s collaborative approach…

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Box Office: ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Roars With $31 Million Debut, ‘Cat in the Hat’ Fizzles With $20 Million

  • “Godzilla Minus Zero” set a North American opening record.
  • Imax brought in $12.7 million of its debut.
  • “The Cat in the Hat” opened to $20 million domestically.

“Godzilla Minus Zero” topped the North American box office with a $31.6 million opening, setting a record for a live-action foreign-language film in the region. Its strong debut highlights demand for Japanese cinema in premium formats, while “The Cat in the Hat” opened below expectations despite being based…

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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Is Guaranteed a GOTY Nomination. It Will Never Win

  • The remake is tipped for a Game of the Year nomination.
  • Its Metacritic score of 96 leads this year’s contenders.
  • The article predicts nominations, but no overall win.

The article argues that Nintendo’s new version of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time* is highly likely to receive a Game of the Year nomination, but unlikely to win. Its strong reviews, striking visual overhaul and status as a major release make it difficult for awards jurors…

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Chris Pratt’s ‘The Karate Kid’ Replacement Officially Arrives in 2 Weeks

  • Chris Pratt’s new Apple TV film arrives on 25 November.
  • He plays a Navy SEAL helping his nephew face bullies.
  • Linda Cardellini stars and McG directs.

Chris Pratt’s action-drama *Way of the Warrior Kid* arrives on Apple TV on 25 November, making it the service’s family offering for the holiday season. Pratt plays a Navy SEAL who teaches his nephew to stand up to bullies, as the actor takes on another major streaming role…

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The Moody Blues Changed Personnel and Strategy on Their Way to This Surprising No. 1 Album in 1981

  • *Long Distance Voyager* revived the Moody Blues’ fortunes in 1981.
  • Patrick Moraz and producer Pip Williams helped reshape their sound.
  • The album reached No. 1 on the US albums chart.

The Moody Blues’ 1981 album *Long Distance Voyager* returned the band to the top of the US albums chart after a difficult comeback and doubts about their future. Its success showed they could adapt their sound and reach new listeners while retaining the melodic qualities that had defined…

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Guide: Best Zelda Games Of All Time

  • Readers ranked Zelda games, including the new Ocarina of Time remake.
  • The list spans mainline games, remakes and notable spin-offs.
  • The excerpt highlights trade-offs in several lower-ranked entries.

The article presents a reader-ranked guide to the best games in The Legend of Zelda series, prompted in part by the release of a new Ocarina of Time remake. It offers a broad comparison for fans deciding how the latest game sits alongside decades of mainline adventures, remakes,…

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Where to Watch the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race Live Online

  • The championship race is on 8 November at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
  • NBC coverage starts at 2pm ET, one hour before the race.
  • Streaming options include live TV services, Peacock and HBO Max.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Championship race is scheduled for Sunday, 8 November, at Homestead-Miami Speedway. It will air live on NBC, with streaming options also available, giving viewers several ways to watch the season-ending race. The race starts at 12pm PT (3pm ET), following pre-race coverage from…

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Dominic Armato, voice of Guybrush Threepwood, has always loved LucasArts’ adventure games, but there’s one he still can’t get into: ‘I get 10 minutes in and I’m like, oh, this is tedious, man’

  • Dominic Armato still finds Maniac Mansion tedious.
  • A difficult childhood text adventure nearly put him off games.
  • He voiced Guybrush across the Monkey Island series.

Dominic Armato, best known as the voice of Guybrush Threepwood in the Monkey Island series, says he still struggles to enjoy LucasArts’ Maniac Mansion. He revisits it from time to time but usually gives up after about 10 minutes, finding it tedious, despite his long-standing affection for the…

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In 1977, it took Christine McVie 30 minutes to write a Fleetwod Mac classic. Now, it has been heard over 179,000,000 times

  • Christine McVie wrote “Songbird” in about 30 minutes.
  • The song was recorded in an empty concert hall.
  • It has been heard more than 179 million times.

Christine McVie said “Songbird”, her tender Fleetwood Mac ballad, came to her almost fully formed in about 30 minutes. Written during the turbulent period around the making of *Rumours*, the song stands out for offering reassurance and affection without the blame or demands that coloured many of the…

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