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Emmys: A Breakdown of the Music Nominees From Lady Gaga’s ‘Dead Dance’ to Hans Zimmer’s Race for His First Win
The Television Academy has unveiled its 2026 Emmy nominees in seven music categories, with newcomers making up a significant share of the field: 18 of the 54 nominees are first-timers, and only 12 have won previously. Composer Dave Porter earned his breakthrough recognition for Apple TV’s “Pluribus” with three nominations, while film-scoring veteran Hans Zimmer,…
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Accused murderer who fled US during 48-hour pass had access to taxpayer-funded apartment
An accused murderer who escaped to Tajikistan during a 48-hour pass from a Virginia mental health facility had previously been allowed unsupervised outings and access to a taxpayer-funded apartment, raising fresh questions about oversight of individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity. The case has drawn scrutiny over how much freedom such patients are…
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Will David Ellison Say Goodbye to Hollywood? Some See Paramount’s Potential Exit From California as ‘Strategically Unwise’ — but Others Say It’s Just Smart Business
Paramount chief David Ellison has told senior staff the company will begin relocating out of California from 1 October unless its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery closes by the end of September, marking a sharp reversal from earlier pledges to keep both studios rooted in the state. The threat appears aimed at California attorney…
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Review: Starsand Island (PS5) – This Anime Life Sim Should Be Your Next Cosy Game
Push Square has reviewed Starsand Island for PS5, a cosy life simulator with anime-style visuals that lets players explore, build, craft and farm on a magical island. The game draws clear inspiration from Stardew Valley, Palia and My Time at Portia, but distinguishes itself with an ambitious blend of farming, elaborate house-building, platforming and light…
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8 Upcoming Action Shows, Ranked by Anticipation
Collider has published a ranked list of eight upcoming action television and streaming series, reflecting the strong slate already delivered by 2026’s action genre (including The Boys’ final season and Reacher). Writer Michael Block notes the ranking is based on current anticipation and may shift as fresh casting or release-date news emerges, since not all…
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Garmin Watches Are Up to $250 Off Right Now On Amazon (2026)
Amazon is currently offering discounts of up to $250 on several popular Garmin fitness watches, including the flagship Fenix 8, the entry-level Vivoactive 5, the rugged Instinct 3 AMOLED and the running-focused Forerunner 265. Garmin devices are generally regarded as among the best fitness trackers available but carry a premium price tag, so the sale…
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Social media on trial as $200bn case against Facebook and Instagram begins
A major trial began on Tuesday in Oakland, California, in which 29 US states accuse Meta of deliberately designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive, with features aimed at hooking young users in particular. The case follows earlier rulings against the company, including a bellwether verdict in Los Angeles and a $942m settlement in New…
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US Amateur winner’s home golf club ‘so proud’
Jack Whaley, a 22-year-old golfer from Doncaster, has become only the second Englishman since 1911 to win the US Amateur Championship, sparking celebrations at his home club, Rotherham Golf Club. The victory carries significant sporting rewards, securing Whaley places in the fields for the Masters, the US Open, and The Open at St Andrews in…
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PlayStation Plus Is Removing 10 Games Soon, So Finish Them While You Can
Last week saw several new games announced for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra- and Premium-tier subscribers, and as you’d expect, a few games are also on their way out. In total, 10 more games are leaving soon, although Sony hasn’t listed an exact departure date yet. For reference, nine games are leaving the…
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Entropy, a deliciously miserable Final Fantasy-esque RPG where your party members can permanently die, is now out in early access
Entropy, a turn-based post-apocalyptic role-playing game from developer Lovely Hellplace, has launched into early access. The studio previously made Dread Delusion, and Entropy follows in a similarly dark, imaginative vein, drawing comparisons to classic Final Fantasy games while adding permanent character death in the style of XCOM, meaning players must carefully manage their mercenary party…