'I bunked off school aged 14 to see Bob Marley – and became his photographer'

Bagpuss, the beloved character from the classic 1974 children's TV series, is set to return in a new film that will see him awaken in the present day. This upcoming production, combining live action and animation, marks the first new Bagpuss content since the original series, which remains a cherished part of British television history. Want More Context? 🔎

Cillian Murphy will reprise his role as Jim in the upcoming film 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, amid confusion over a zombie in the trailer mistakenly thought to be him. Directed by Nia DaCosta, the sequel follows teenager Spike as he navigates a post-apocalyptic world, with Murphy's cameo setting up the trilogy's conclusion; the film releases on January 16, 2026. Want More Context? 🔎

Supertramp founder Rick Davies has passed away at 81, a decade after being diagnosed with cancer. Forming the band in 1969, he wrote iconic hits like "Goodbye Stranger" and "Bloody Well Right," and his legacy continues to inspire many, following a recent settlement of a royalties lawsuit with ex-bandmates in 2023. Want More Context? 🔎

Netflix's upcoming series Last Samurai Standing, premiering on November 13, 2025, blends elements of Shogun and Squid Game, pitting nearly 300 warriors against each other in a brutal survival competition for fortune and freedom. Set during the late 19th century Meiji period, it follows Shujiro Saga, played by Junichi Okada, as he fights to save his sick family in a world where samurai honor clashes with desperation. Want More Context? 🔎

Chef Matt Tebbutt will replace Gregg Wallace as a judge on the upcoming series of MasterChef: The Professionals, joining Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti. Tebbutt expressed his excitement about working with renowned chefs, following Wallace's departure due to serious misconduct allegations upheld in a recent report. Want More Context? 🔎

A new mural by Banksy has emerged on the Royal Courts of Justice in London, depicting a judge striking a protester with blood splattering on their placard. This artwork appears shortly after nearly 900 arrests were made during a protest against the ban on Palestine Action, but it has since been covered with plastic and metal barriers. Want More Context? 🔎