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Chelsea agree deal to sign Palace defender Lacroix
Chelsea have agreed a deal with Crystal Palace to sign France defender Maxence Lacroix, with the 26-year-old expected to complete a medical and sign a contract running until 2032. The move would strengthen Chelsea’s central-defensive options, while representing a major sale for Palace after Lacroix became a key player in their recent success. Palace had…
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Larian could return to Baldur’s Gate 3 in new series by Dark Horse and Wizards of the Coast
Dark Horse has announced a new Baldur’s Gate 3 comic series in partnership with Wizards of the Coast, with social media messaging also naming developer Larian Studios. Larian’s precise role has not been confirmed, but the announcement matters because the studio had previously said it would not make a sequel to its acclaimed role-playing game.…
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Xbox rolls out ad-supported game streaming test for its insider programs, as hardware supply and affordability crisis rages on
Xbox is testing an optional ad-supported cloud gaming service for Xbox Insiders, allowing players to stream selected owned games free in one-hour sessions after watching adverts. The company says the trial could help people access newer games on devices they already own, particularly where consoles are difficult to find or unaffordable, though the move also…
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Netflix viewers the world over are binge-watching South African series ‘The Polygamist.’ Here’s why
Netflix’s Zulu-language South African telenovela *The Polygamist* has become an unexpected global hit, drawing viewers with its highly dramatic story of infidelity, family conflict and wealth. Its success matters because it has brought a locally rooted African production to audiences worldwide while prompting real discussion in South Africa about polygamy, women’s rights, safe sex and…
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Uniqlo Launches New Pokémon 30th Anniversary T-Shirt Collection
Uniqlo has released a second Pokémon UT T-shirt collection as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The range draws on the series’ early Game Boy era through pixel-art designs, offering fans anniversary-themed clothing that references the original generation. The Japan-only collection contains four adult and four children’s designs. Adult shirts feature the Game Boy…
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SWFC news: Pedersen addresses two big themes that drew criticism last season – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen has responded to concerns raised by supporters about two aspects of the club’s performance last season, outlining how he intends to address them as he prepares for the new campaign. His comments matter because he is seeking to establish his own approach after stepping up from the previous coaching staff…
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7 Books You Need To Read Before Their TV Adaptations Premiere
Collider recommends seven books to read before their forthcoming television adaptations, arguing that the continuing expansion of streaming services has increased demand for literary source material. The selection spans classic romance, Western romance and horror, offering readers the chance to experience the original stories before the programmes arrive. – Pride and Prejudice (1813) by Jane…
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Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’ Is Facing Its Biggest Obstacle Before Season 2 Even Begins
Netflix’s 3 Body Problem may face a significant challenge retaining viewers before its second season arrives, according to the article. The author argues that the long gap after the first season could weaken audience interest in a complex, high-budget drama that demands sustained attention, particularly as streaming audiences increasingly move between programmes. The series, adapted…
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Brad Bird Thinks ‘1906’ Would “Lend Itself” To Multiple Episodes As TV Miniseries About S.F. Earthquake
Brad Bird has said his long-planned project about San Francisco’s 1906 earthquake could work as a television miniseries, marking a possible first move into TV for the director. Speaking at San Diego Comic-Con, he said the story’s scale and wealth of historical material make it better suited to multiple episodes while still retaining the spectacle…
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Cole Hauser On “Challenges” Of Making ‘Dutton Ranch’ Without Taylor Sheridan: “Everything Had Changed”
Cole Hauser has described filming Paramount+ spin-off Dutton Ranch without Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan as a significant adjustment, saying that the cast had to adapt to new writers, directors and production leadership. His comments matter because the series is continuing a major television franchise while undergoing prominent behind-the-scenes changes. Hauser, who returns as Rip Wheeler,…