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Actress Sue Johnston to Reprise Role in BrooksideActress Sue Johnston will return as Sheila Grant in a special episode of Brookside to celebrate Hollyoaks' 30th anniversary. Johnston, honored as an OBE in 2009, expressed her excitement about revisiting the character, which was a significant part of her career. Want More Context? 🔎

James Gunn is planning a follow-up film to Superman while hinting at a mysterious new DCU TV series. He indicated that this sequel will involve characters already introduced and speculated it could feature a Superman/Supergirl team-up, potentially aligning with the "Super-Family" theme, as Superman approaches $600 million globally at the box office. Want More Context? 🔎

Last month, award-winning singer Emily Portman received a fan message praising her new album, only to discover it was an AI-generated album titled "Orca" that mimicked her style, complete with eerily similar track titles. Portman found the experience unsettling as the AI-generated voice and instrumentation closely resembled her own folk music style. Want More Context? 🔎

Legendary Scottish comedian Sir Billy Connolly, diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013 and retired from comedy in 2018, has turned to art, releasing four limited edition pieces in his Born On A Rainy Day series. His works, inspired by memories including his time touring with Elton John, feature titles such as Sausage Tree, Sunburned, and Fly Away Peter. Want More Context? 🔎

The stars of "This Is Spinal Tap" are currently filming a sequel to the beloved 1980s rock mockumentary at Stonehenge, with a trailer revealing their collaboration with Elton John on a new version of their Stonehenge song. English Heritage confirmed the filming, attracting fans who spotted stars like Jamie Lee Curtis interacting with them near the historic site. Want More Context? 🔎

The upcoming anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will premiere on Crunchyroll in 2026, featuring a fully hand-drawn style that captures the game's story and iconic battles. Directed by Kenichi Kutsuna and backed by a talented creative team, this adaptation aims to deliver a visually stunning experience without AI involvement, appealing to both fans and newcomers alike. Want More Context? 🔎