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The action sequences in Blue Eye Samurai are a delightful spectacle to behold.

E Even if animation is not typically your preference, the talented cast of Blue Eye Samurai will surely catch your attention. With big names like Kenneth Branagh, George Takei, Randall Park, and Disney star Brenda Song, the ensemble is impressive….

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“Robbie Williams has curated a list of the seven best shows to stream this week, as if he were Agent 007.”

Weekly selection Robbie Williams Robbie Williams compares his feelings to that of a child talking to his mother as he listens to an old phone conversation with Nicole Appleton during his time recording in Jamaica. It is astonishing how frequently…

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Invincible review – far and away the best superhero show on TV

T There is an abundance of spandex-wearing protagonists on screen, determined to rescue the world from peril with almost certain success. However, in the instance of Invincible’s main character Mark Grayson (portrayed by Steven Yeun), multiple catastrophic events are unfolding…

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Review of Jusant: A Towering Climbing Game with a Unique Perspective

J The game “usant” does not eliminate the typical video game scenery, but rather changes its focus. Rather than providing a breathtaking view, it centers your attention on the steep mountain above and below, and your objective is to guide…

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‘Captured the essence of humanity’: your most beloved moments with the Doctors

“I have portrayed characters such as a receptionist, nurse, and patient.” In 2005, I started watching the show Doctors and immediately became engrossed. The multitude of captivating storylines kept me hooked. One storyline that particularly resonated with me was Valerie’s…

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Review of Laura Jean McKay’s Gunflower: thrilling stories in the speculative genre.

I In Laura Jean McKay’s first novel, The Animals in That Country, a virus called “zooflu” spreads globally, granting humans the power to understand the thoughts of animals. This book received the Arthur C Clarke award for science fiction and…

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The top podcasts this week feature Philippa Gregory honoring the influential women who have made a difference in our world.

Top recommendations of the week Philippa Gregory’s Normal WomenWidely available, episodes weekly Philippa Gregory highlights the often overlooked role of women in history, featuring insights from Louise Casey and Geri Halliwell-Horner. It brings attention to the women who flew Spitfires,…

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Review of Nathalie Olah’s “Bad Taste” – examining the positive, the tacky, and the unattractive.

T In the new Netflix documentary “Beckham,” there is a memorable scene that is likely to be referenced in sociology lectures. Victoria Beckham, dressed in a chic white blouse, states on camera that she is a hard worker and considers…

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Held by Anne Michaels review – a kaleidoscopic family saga

T The author Anne Michaels, from Canada, is most recognized for her debut novel, Fugitive Pieces, which received numerous awards in 1996. This latest book could be described as a collection of fragmented storytelling and essays, similar to its title….

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Tonight on TV, everyone is invited to the vampire’s ball.

Interview With the Vampire 9pm, BBC Two This enjoyably witty and raunchy adaptation has firmly located Anne Rice’s gothic horror classic in the present (unlike the 1994 film, which focused on the historical antics of the vampires). Concluding with another…