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The Villa Vie Odyssey, a ship marketed as a permanent home for people travelling the world, is stranded in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, after its owner said it could no longer afford fuel. Passengers were told to leave with little notice, bringing the long-term cruise to an abrupt end and…
Chantz Rivera, a 29-year-old Bronx resident, completed a five-month walk across the United States by reaching San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge on 27 October. Soon afterwards, someone took items from his shopping cart while he briefly left it unattended at a McDonald’s, turning the end of his journey…
David Lynch’s 1984 adaptation of *Dune*, starring Kyle MacLachlan as Paul Atreides, arrives on HBO Max in the United States on Sunday, 1 November. Its release gives viewers familiar with Denis Villeneuve’s films a chance to compare a notably different interpretation of Frank Herbert’s science-fiction world. The film…
Queen’s third album, *Sheer Heart Attack*, nearly stalled when guitarist Brian May became seriously ill during its recording. His recovery and return helped the band complete the record, which marked a turning point in their rise and showed how they could turn a setback into creative momentum. The…
Tom Morello has described Woody Guthrie’s 1940 song “This Land Is Your Land” as “the most American song ever written”, praising its focus on ordinary people and solidarity. The article argues that the song’s social themes reflect the political ideals that have shaped Morello’s music, from Rage Against…
Hulu’s mystery-comedy *Phony* has become one of the platform’s most-watched US shows, reflecting its appeal to both critics and viewers. The series combines comedy with a coming-of-age mystery about a teenager who believes his mother has been replaced after he wakes from an accident. Created by Nick Paley,…
The co-hosts of *The View* agreed with former Vice-President Kamala Harris that Democrats should not prioritise impeaching Donald Trump if they regain control of Congress. They argued that investigations and policies with a clearer chance of progress would be a better use of the party’s time and resources.…
US candidates seeking congressional seats are using clothing to attract attention and signal who they represent, alongside campaigning on policy. Their style can help communicate authenticity and build a recognisable image, particularly on social media, where voters may see a candidate only briefly. Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and…
*American Made*, Tom Cruise’s 2017 crime comedy, will begin streaming on Prime Video on 1 November 2026, nearly a decade after its cinema release. The move gives the film a new streaming home and may bring it to a wider audience. Cruise plays Barry Seal, a TWA pilot…
▶The Toblerone owner alleges Catherine’s Originals’ O’bar design infringes its trademarks. NHS England urges practices to protect patient data and contact patients after their website provider went into administration; the Home Office has barred Swedish academic Andreas Malm from entering the UK.