Cecilia Sala, Italian Journalist, Freed From Iranian Prison

Dogs and their owners participated in the U.K. Dog Surfing Championship on the English south coast, showcasing their skills in a fun and light-hearted competition. The event featured paddleboarding and celebrated the bond between pets and their enthusiastic owners, capturing joyful moments in a curated photo gallery by AP photo editors. Want More Context? 🔎

Shin Godzilla is returning to U.S. theaters in 4K on August 14th, following GKIDS' acquisition of North American distribution rights. Directed by Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi, the film is a political thriller about Japan's struggle against a monstrous threat, and it became a phenomenon upon its 2016 release, grossing $79 million worldwide and winning multiple awards. Want More Context? 🔎

Bend It Like Beckham will receive a sequel over 20 years after its original release, as confirmed by director Gurinder Chadha. Set for 2027, the new film aims to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the original and the Fifa Women's World Cup in Brazil, reflecting on the impact the 2002 film had on women's football. Want More Context? 🔎

On 17 August 2000, Nick Bateman, known as "Nasty Nick," was ejected from the UK reality show Big Brother for attempting to manipulate votes, prompting widespread moral outrage and debate about the show's integrity. Despite the controversy, the finale on 15 September attracted 10 million viewers, signaling a significant cultural shift in British television. Want More Context? 🔎

Hulu has announced the release date and teaser for the final season of the animated series Solar Opposites, premiering all 10 episodes on October 13th. In this season, the characters face the challenge of living on a budget after their alien diamond-making machine is destroyed, featuring main cast members and guest stars like Tiffany Haddish and Kieran Culkin. Want More Context? 🔎

Adult Swim has released a quirky stop-motion promo for Rick and Morty Season 8, featuring Morty in a chaotic claymation setting, created by Swedish artist Guldies (Alex Unger). He expressed his excitement on social media about the opportunity and shared insights on the detailed craftsmanship involved in bringing the animation to life. Want More Context? 🔎