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Burnham blames Brexit for boat surge as Labour weighs early election
Record Channel boat arrivals dominate UK politics as Labour privately weighs an early general election. Manchester City’s legal battle with the Premier League threatens to spiral into wider financial repercussions across football.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Nearly Joins Oasis, But There’s Something A Bit Off About The Gallagher Brothers In ‘SNL UK’ Cold Open
The latest SNL UK cold open featured Prime Minister Andy Burnham returning to Manchester after criticising Russia at the UN. He is invited to join Oasis on tour after the band’s guitarist leaves, but the sketch reveals Noel and Liam Gallagher to be Russian spies, satirising political division, Oasis’ ticket pricing and Burnham’s uncertainty over…
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Labour accused of leaving Falklands ‘vulnerable to attack’ after key RAF aircraft is withdrawn despite Argentina’s president vowing to ‘take matters into our own hands’
The Labour government has withdrawn an RAF Voyager tanker aircraft from the Falkland Islands for the second time this year, redeploying it to support operations in Yemen. The withdrawal comes amid heightened tensions, with Argentina’s president Javier Milei recently threatening to take unilateral action over the Falklands and hinting at potential sanctions. Defence experts have…
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Shaun Cassidy says teen idol fame trapped him before he made drastic career move at 21
Shaun Cassidy, one of the biggest teen idols of the late 1970s, abandoned his touring career at age 21 to pursue a life centred on family and creative work behind the scenes. The former star, who achieved chart success with “Da Doo Ron Ron” and television fame through “The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries,” explained that…
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The 8 Most Fun Comic Book Movies, Ranked
A ranked list celebrating the eight most entertaining comic book films, which succeed through character chemistry, humour and authentic moments rather than technical spectacle. – Iron Man: Tony Stark’s flawed engineering approach and “I am Iron Man” declaration feel human and define an era – Deadpool: Wade Wilson’s fourth-wall breaking and irreverent attitude transform a…
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“I Can Promise You, We Had No Idea That ‘Obsession’ Was Going To Become ‘Obsession’”, Says Hit Horror Film’s Seller — Zurich Summit
Industry executives and filmmakers at the Zurich Summit said the huge success of horror films Obsession and Backrooms had exceeded everyone’s expectations. CAA’s Roeg Sutherland said the team selling Obsession believed in the film but could not have predicted its extraordinary performance, arguing that backing the filmmaker matters more than relying solely on established intellectual…
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Zurich Summit Game Changer Glen Basner and Edward Berger Reminisce on a Wild ‘Conclave’ Ride
Film producer Glen Basner received the Game Changer award at the Zurich Film Festival, recognised for his leadership of FilmNation Entertainment and his contributions to independent cinema. Oscar-winning filmmaker Edward Berger held a public session honouring Basner, praising their working relationship and reflecting on their collaborative successes, which include the Academy Award-nominated film Conclave. The…
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Olivia Rodrigo launches Unraveled Tour with reflective 23-song Hartford show
Olivia Rodrigo opened her Unraveled Tour in Hartford, Connecticut, with a nearly two-hour, 23-song performance spanning her three albums. The show marked a shift from the glam-punk confidence of her 2025 festival appearances towards a more pastoral, emotionally reflective presentation, while retaining a forceful rock energy. Rodrigo emerged from a stage filled with flowers, performed…
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Glen Basner Says FilmNation Will Ramp Up Slate in 2027, Is Ready to ‘Raise His Fist’ for ‘I Play Rocky’ and Celebrate ‘Thoughtful’ and ‘Entertaining’ ‘Bunker’
FilmNation Entertainment CEO Glen Basner says the company will become more ambitious from 2027, increasing production while preserving its quality standards. Speaking after receiving the Game Changer Award at the Zurich Summit, he said improved understanding of the market had encouraged greater investment despite continuing industry challenges. FilmNation plans to make four films and a…
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US, China strike deal to lower tariffs on $30B in goods after Trump-Xi Washington summit
The United States and China have agreed to reduce tariffs on $30 billion worth of “non-sensitive” goods after a three-day summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Washington. The deal marks a significant easing of tensions in the trade war and is intended to support trade in selected sectors while creating a framework for…