God Of War 2005: A Brilliant Yet Frustrating Classic
A reader's retrospective on the original God Of War, exploring its enduring artistry and notoriously dated, frustrating gameplay mechanics 20 years after its PlayStation 2 release.
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Zac Purton's key rides ahead of Hong Kong Classic Series
Champion jockey Zac Purton has key mounts in Fortune Boy and Little Paradise at Sha Tin, but must forgo the ride on Invincible Ibis. Get the full preview for Sunday's crucial trials.
Fran Jones breaks into top 70 after Auckland heroics
British tennis star Fran Jones overcomes rare EEC syndrome to reach career-high ranking after stunning Auckland run, defeating world No. 15 Emma Navarro. Discover her inspiring journey.
Best Wind-Resistant Umbrellas Tested in Peak District
A Guardian writer braved near-gale force winds on Mam Tor to find which brollies are sturdy investments. Discover the top performer and key buying advice for UK weather.
The 4-Year Journey to Create Prince of Persia
Discover how Jordan Mechner's painstaking rotoscoping and innovative memory tricks created the 1989 hit Prince of Persia, a game that defined a genre and sold over 2 million copies. Read the inside story.
Raging Bull, a Great Sports Film, Hits Netflix
Martin Scorsese's brutal boxing biopic Raging Bull, starring Robert De Niro, is now available on Netflix. Discover one of the greatest films ever made.
Sagacious Life Eyes Classic Mile in Sha Tin Stepping Stone
Sagacious Life, a promising four-year-old, heads to Sha Tin's Leighton Handicap as a key prep for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series. With Zac Purton aboard, he's the one to beat. Read the full preview.
Lovehoney's 50% off 'Moment of Magic' toy sells out fast
Lovehoney's end-of-year sale offers 50% off the Womanizer Classic 2 Marilyn Monroe Edition. This popular toy is selling out fast, with some colours already gone. Shop the final stock now.
The Godfather: Iconic Film Free on BBC iPlayer
Francis Ford Coppola's cinematic masterpiece, The Godfather, is now available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer. Discover the iconic story of the Corleone family.
Invincible Ibis Eyes Mile Debut at Sha Tin
Mark Newnham's progressive galloper Invincible Ibis steps up to a mile for the first time this Saturday at Sha Tin. Can he stake his claim for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series? Read our full preview.
Black Christmas: A 50-Year-Old Horror That Still Haunts
As the 1974 slasher classic 'Black Christmas' marks its 50th anniversary, a writer explores why its minimalist terror and chilling ending remain so powerfully effective. Stream it now on Tubi and Amazon Prime.
Iconic 80s Quickshot 2 Joystick Makes a Comeback
The legendary Quickshot 2 joystick, a staple of 80s UK gaming, is being revived by Retro Games. Featuring USB connectivity and modern buttons, it launches January 30 for £29.99. Read the full story.
Classic 'Traumatising' Film Watership Down on Amazon Prime
The 1978 animated film Watership Down, infamous for its dark scenes, is now available to stream on BFI Player via Amazon Prime Video. Discover why this 'children's' film shocked a generation.
Abdusattorov wins London Classic, England rallies in final rounds
Uzbek prodigy Nodirbek Abdusattorov triumphs at the XTX London Chess Classic with a phenomenal 3050 performance rating. Discover how England's players staged a dramatic comeback in the final rounds.
Swallowed Fabergé Egg Recovered Intact After Six Days
A thief who swallowed a £14,250 Fabergé egg has 'naturally passed' the jewel to police. The unique Octopussy egg, encrusted with 183 diamonds, was recovered intact after six days. Read the full story.
Swallowed Fabergé pendant recovered by police
A unique Fabergé pendant, swallowed by a suspect, has been recovered after a six-day police watch. The £14,250 Octopussy-inspired jewel is now evidence. Read the full story.
Swallowed Fabergé pendant recovered by police
A rare, James Bond-inspired Fabergé egg pendant has been recovered by police six days after a suspect swallowed it. The £14,250 jewel was monitored until it passed naturally.
Police recover swallowed Fabergé pendant in New Zealand
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable James Bond-themed Fabergé pendant after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
IKEA's First New Zealand Store Opens in Auckland
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
The Lost Original Boat from The African Queen
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
Man charged for allegedly swallowing Fabergé pendant
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a £20,000 Fabergé pendant from a James Bond exhibition. Read the full story of this bizarre theft.
Friends to be removed from Netflix UK and Ireland this month
Beloved sitcom Friends is being removed from Netflix in the UK and Ireland on December 30, 2025, sparking fan outcry. Discover the details and where it might stream next.
David Lynch's Blue Velvet Now Streaming on Netflix
David Lynch's controversial 1986 masterpiece, Blue Velvet, is now streaming on Netflix. The film, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Dennis Hopper, is considered one of the greatest films of all time.
Hook: Spielberg's Classic Hits Amazon Prime UK
Steven Spielberg's beloved 1991 film Hook, starring Robin Williams, is now free for Amazon Prime subscribers in the UK. Relive the magic of Neverland today!
Sindarov, 19, becomes youngest Chess World Cup winner
Uzbek teenager Javokhir Sindarov defeats China's Wei Yi to claim knockout World Cup title in Goa, securing $120,000 prize and qualification for 2026 Candidates tournament in Cyprus.
The 20 Best Films Set on Water – Ranked!
Dive into our definitive ranking of the 20 greatest films set on ships, boats and barges. From Jaws to Titanic, discover which aquatic masterpiece claims the top spot.
Mother jailed for life in NZ suitcase murders
Hakyung Lee sentenced to life for murdering her two children, whose bodies were found in suitcases in an Auckland storage unit. Read the full tragic story.
Mother jailed for hiding children's bodies in suitcase
Hakyung Lee murdered her two children in 2018 and hid their bodies in a suitcase stored for four years. The grim discovery was made when the unpaid storage unit was auctioned online. Read the full shocking story.
PS2 at 25: The Franchises That Survived and Fell
Celebrating the PlayStation 2's 25th UK anniversary, we explore the iconic game franchises that are still going strong today and those that time forgot. Discover gaming history.
The Wizard of Oz's Enduring Pop Culture Reign
Discover how the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz continues to captivate global audiences, from immersive Vegas shows to new musical adaptations like Wicked: For Good.
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