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An art expert from the BBC's Bargain Hunt, Oghenochuko Ojiri, has pleaded guilty to eight counts under the Terrorism Act 2000 for failing to report high-value art sales to Nazem Ahmad, a man suspected of financing Hezbollah. Ojiri sold £140,000 worth of artwork to Ahmad, who has been sanctioned by the US since 2019 for his alleged support of the group. The prosecution highlighted that Ojiri was aware of Ahmad's sanctions through news reports and...

A rediscovered version of the pilot episode of Thomas & Friends, narrated by Beatles drummer Sir Ringo Starr, will air for the first time since 1984. The episode, titled Down The Mine, will be available online to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the beloved tank engine franchise. Originally shot on 35mm film in 1983, this 40-year-old recording has been digitally restored and will be released on YouTube at 18:00 BST on Friday, marking a significant...

The final season of The Boys is set to feature a reunion of the Supernatural trio—Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, and Misha Collins—with creator Eric Kripke confirming their shared storyline and interactions. The season promises high stakes, including "lots of death" and apocalyptic themes, while the scripts are being updated to reflect real-world events. Although The Boys concludes, the universe will expand with Gen V Season 2 and other spinoffs, with no official release date for...

The ongoing debate between theatrical releases and streaming exclusives has intensified with comments from Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, who described traditional movie theaters as "outdated." Filmmaker Rian Johnson, known for *Knives Out*, countered Sarandos' perspective by expressing his love for the theatrical experience and emphasizing that audiences will show up for films they want to see. As Johnson prepares for *Knives Out 3*, he aims for a longer theatrical run, reflecting a broader discussion about...

SummaryThe former drummer of The Vapors, Howard Smith, has been elected as the mayor of Guildford and expressed that it is "brilliant" to hold this position. Having grown up in the Surrey town, Smith will serve until May 2026, succeeding Sallie Barker. His initial duties included attending VE Day events in the town, where he remarked, "It's a real thrill to be mayor of your home town." Full Article

The Toxic Avenger is set for an Unrated release, showcasing director Macon Blair's wild take on the Troma classic, complete with “ultra violence, toxic content, mutant nudity, splatter, and even 'p*ss play'.” The film follows Winston Gooze, a janitor transformed by toxic waste, addressing themes like corporate greed and redemption while maintaining the original's chaotic spirit. With a star-studded cast including Peter Dinklage and Elijah Wood, this bold film aims to resonate with both Troma...