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Marianela: Timeless review – perfect ballerina shows off a leg-whipping, frictionless mastery

  • Núñez’s technique remains exceptionally controlled at 44.
  • Timeless showcases both Núñez and Royal Ballet colleagues.
  • Review admires the performance but notes emotional reserve.

Marianela Núñez’s first programme bearing her name, Timeless, is presented as a polished celebration of her long Royal Ballet career and of the company’s choreographers. The reviewer praises the 44-year-old principal’s exceptional technical control and generosity towards fellow dancers, while suggesting that her refined restraint can sometimes limit…

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WNBA suddenly wants to stick to basketball after years of making politics part of the product

  • Article alleges inconsistent standards for political speech in the WNBA.
  • Sophie Cunningham defended women’s sport and invoked Title IX.
  • Critics and supporters dispute how such views should be treated.

The article argues that some WNBA media figures have recently urged players and commentators to focus on basketball, despite the league having previously embraced political and social issues as part of its public identity. It presents this as an inconsistency, particularly when players speak about sex-based eligibility in…

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Peak District is accused of ‘selling out’ by furious visitors over paid partnership with car firm

  • Peak District temporarily renamed by Skoda in paid partnership
  • Government funding cuts force parks to seek commercial income
  • Critics say fossil fuel partnership conflicts with environmental role

The Peak District National Park has faced backlash from visitors and campaigners after launching a paid partnership with Skoda, which temporarily renamed the park "the Peaq District" to promote the Czech manufacturer's new electric SUV. The collaboration has sparked criticism that the cash-strapped park is compromising its environmental…

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Trump tells foreign students: Overstay your visa, face the consequences

  • The article supports stricter enforcement of student-visa conditions.
  • F-1 visas mainly cover academic study; J-1 visas cover exchanges.
  • It frames the policy as improving immigration-system accountability.

The article argues that the Trump administration’s student-visa reforms are intended to strengthen enforcement and accountability for foreign students studying in the United States. It presents the changes as a response to visa holders who remain in the country after they are no longer complying with their visa…

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San Sebastian Sets 2026 New Directors Lineup 

  • San Sebastian unveils its 2026 New Directors selection.
  • The programme runs from 18 to 26 September.
  • Spanish and British debuts bookend the sidebar.

San Sebastian Film Festival has announced the filmmakers selected for its 2026 New Directors programme, which showcases first and second feature films and runs from 18 to 26 September. The sidebar will bring together emerging directors from 13 countries, underlining the festival’s role in introducing international new talent.…

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Knats express surprise at Mercury Prize shortlist nomination

  • Knats were surprised by their Mercury Prize shortlist nomination.
  • Their debut album blends jazz, hip-hop, soul and electronic music.
  • The prize recognises leading British and Irish albums.

Newcastle jazz group Knats said their Mercury Prize shortlist nomination felt “absolutely mental”, expressing surprise at the recognition for their debut album. The nomination is significant because it places the band among the year’s leading British and Irish recording artists and may introduce their music to a wider…

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San Sebastián New Directors: Billy Lumby, Marlene Emilie Lyngstad, ‘Money Heist’ Star Jaime Lorente and More

  • San Sebastián reveals its New Directors competition line-up.
  • Jaime Lorente opens the strand with his directorial debut.
  • Billy Lumby’s “Florid” will close the programme.

San Sebastián Film Festival has announced entries for its New Directors competition, showcasing debut and emerging filmmakers from 13 countries. The programme will open with “The Bad Son”, the directing debut of “Money Heist” actor Jaime Lorente, and close with BAFTA nominee Billy Lumby’s first feature, “Florid”. -…

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The Asus ROG NUC is a Steam Machine for the big kids, with their big wallets

  • Powerful miniature gaming PC, but very expensive.
  • Strong living-room alternative to a conventional desktop.
  • Compact design offers some upgradeability.

The Asus ROG NUC is presented as a compact but powerful gaming PC that can function much like a premium Steam Machine for a living-room setup. The review finds its small size, strong performance and comparatively accessible internals appealing, but argues that its high price limits its appeal…

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In a Bid for New Viewers, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 Begins With a Fellowship-Style Prologue

  • Season 3 opens with a recap prologue for new viewers.
  • A five-year jump places Middle-earth in Sauron’s war.
  • The story shifts towards familiar Lord of the Rings elements.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will open its third season with a Fellowship of the Ring-style prologue, intended to bring new and returning viewers up to speed. The approach accompanies a five-year time jump and signals a renewed focus on the central conflict with…

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Shark Week fans may want to think twice before eating this ocean predator, experts warn

  • Shark meat may contain harmful mercury and heavy metals.
  • It is eaten widely in several countries.
  • US consumption is limited by health and sustainability concerns.

Shark meat is consumed in many countries and remains available in some US restaurants and seafood markets, but experts warn that it can carry high levels of mercury and other heavy metals. The warning is particularly relevant during Shark Week, when public interest in sharks may encourage people…

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