Talk Fuse

    Topic: TV

    TV covers the programmes, creators and industry decisions shaping what people watch, from returning dramas and animated favourites to new adaptations, streaming hits and broadcaster strategy.

    The topic also follows the people and ideas behind the screen, including casting, production changes, audience reactions and the wider cultural impact of television.

    • The Most Unhinged Sci-Fi Anime of 2026 Already Feels Like an Instant Cult Classic

      False Memory, also known as Memory Management Bureau, is being praised as a standout sci-fi anime of 2026, with reviewers highlighting its blend of chaotic, unpredictable visuals and genuinely thoughtful storytelling. Produced by Flint Sugar and directed by Li Shuyu and Liu Wenyu, the series stands out for treating memory not as a puzzle to…

    • 5 notable contests left on the 2026 primary calendar

      The 2026 primary season is nearing its final stretch, but several high-profile races remain before political observers completely turn their attention to the general election. In the next few weeks, voters in more than a dozen states will head to the polls to determine some key matchups that could help shape the November landscape. In…

    • Take-Two promises further GTA 6 promotional reveals

      Take-Two Interactive’s chief executive, Strauss Zelnick, has confirmed that the recent Netflix-exclusive gameplay reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 was only the opening move in a much longer promotional campaign, despite a mixed reaction from fans to the streaming tie-in. His comments addressed concerns that Take-Two might be scaling back its usual marketing approach for…

    • It’s Officially the End of an Era for Netflix’s Best ‘Bosch’ Replacement

      Netflix has confirmed that Season 5 of *The Lincoln Lawyer* will be its last, bringing an end to the legal drama that has served as the streamer’s answer to Amazon Prime Video’s *Bosch*. Both shows draw on Michael Connelly’s novels, and the author is involved as a writer and producer on each, giving them notable…

    • Martha Reeves blames viral botched US National Anthem performance on backing singers, attempts it again on live TV

      Martha Reeves, the 85-year-old Motown singer, has blamed her backing singers for a widely mocked rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” that she performed at the inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League game in Springfield, Illinois, earlier this month. She initially attributed the poor performance to wet, windy field conditions and a lack of stage monitors, but…

    • Mayobridge to Madden – Smyth enjoying next level in NFL

      As he enters his first pre-season as an NFL starter, County Down’s Charlie Smyth says he is getting used to being a player rather than fan of the sport.

    • Football transfer rumours: Endrick set for Villa loan? De Jong offered in Rodri deal?

      The Guardian’s football transfer rumour column reports on speculation swirling around several Premier League and European clubs as the transfer window continues. Aston Villa, seeking a lift after selling key players, have reportedly enquired about a loan for Real Madrid forward Endrick, while Manchester City are said to be resisting Barcelona’s interest in Rodri, with…

    • Wholesome animal chat that will melt your cynicism: best podcasts of the week

      The Guardian’s weekly podcast round-up highlights Matt Baker’s Petcast as its pick of the week, a light-hearted celebrity interview show in which guests discuss their pets, alongside recommendations spanning history, true crime and sport. The selection offers a mix of comforting entertainment and more serious fare, reflecting the breadth of subjects currently popular in podcasting,…

    • TV tonight: killer fridges on the loose in a new sci-fi comedy

      Tonight’s TV highlights include the new sci-fi comedy Warren’s Vortex on Sky Comedy, in which an ordinary man’s shed portal leads him and his teenage daughter into a chaotic time-travelling adventure involving killer refrigerators. The Guardian’s TV listings also cover a range of other programmes across terrestrial and satellite channels, from documentary and reality shows…

    • How Liverpool are shaping up under Iraola

      Andoni Iraola, who has taken over as Liverpool head coach following Arne Slot’s departure a year after winning the Premier League, is beginning to imprint his tactical style on the team, with many observers noting parallels to the intense “heavy metal” football Anfield favoured under Jürgen Klopp. Analysis of Liverpool’s pre-season matches suggests Iraola is…