Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars lead VMA nominations

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? 🔎

The Duke of Sussex will announce a significant donation to Children in Need during a charity event in Nottingham, aimed at addressing violence and its impact on youth. This visit includes several engagements and raises speculation about a possible meeting with King Charles, marking Prince Harry's first UK visit since April. Want More Context? 🔎