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2026 Might Be One of the Best Years for Video Games Ever

Why video games like 'Control: Resonant', 'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' and 'Star Wars: Galactic Racer' make for a very memorable 2026.

‘Ace Combat 8’ Is the Surprise Top Gun-Inspired Treat of the Year

Why 'Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve' is worth your attention, as well as 'Marvel's Wolverine', 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword' and more.

LEGO Pokémon SMART Play is a Childhood Dream

Learn how LEGO Pokémon SMART Play cleverly reinvents the classic brick, plus thoughts on 'The Blood of Dawnwalker'.

10 Big Video Games You Need to Catch Up On

Thoughts on 'Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition' on Switch 2, 'Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls', 'Resonance: A Plague Tale Story' & much, much more.

‘Splatoon Raiders’ Might Be the Switch 2’s Biggest Surprise Gem

How 'Splatoon Raiders' blasts expecations, plus Magic: The Gathering - The Hobbit, 'Halo' on PS5, 'FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster' and more.

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La Roux Pulls Out of Hilary Duff’s Auckland Show Hours Before Taking the Stage

La Roux has apologised to fans after illness forced the cancellation of tonight’s Auckland performance supporting Hilary Duff.

Diplo Is Bringing Thomas Wesley to Byron Bay, with Y.O.G.A. Along for the Ride

Diplo brings Thomas Wesley to Byron Bay, as Y.

Muna Safe After Tour Bus Catches Fire on California Highway

A tour bus carrying the members of Muna caught fire on the freeway in Burbank, California, on Monday.

Mariah Carey Beats Brother’s $20 Million Defamation Lawsuit Over Tell-All Memoir

Mariah Carey won dismissal of her brother's $20 million defamation lawsuit, with a judge ruling there was no evidence of actual malice.

Culture

Ali Wong Announces Australia and New Zealand Stand Up Tour

Emmy-winning comedian Ali Wong has announced her return to Australia and New Zealand, set for June 2027.

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Ann Hornaday, Longtime Washington Post Film Critic and Pulitzer Prize Finalist, Dies at 66

Ann Hornaday, the longtime film critic of The Washington Post, died Sunday following a battle with glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer.

Why Netflix Fired Dan Lin (and the Truth About His Tension With Greta Gerwig Over ‘Narnia’)

Inside the firing of Netflix film chief Dan Lin (and what really happened with 'Narnia' director Greta Gerwig).

Tim O’Donnell, Veteran TV Comedy Writer-Director Known for ‘Growing Pains’ and ‘Dave’s World,’ Dies at 77

Tim O'Donnell, longtime TV writer-director known for his work on 'Growing Pains' and 'Dave’s World,' has died at age 77.

Rita Wilson Says She’s Returning for Lena Dunham’s ‘Girls’ Revival: ‘I Would Do Anything for Her’

Rita Wilson is teasing plans to reprise her 'Girls' role as Marnie Michael’s eccentric mother in Lena Dunham’s much-anticipated revival.

Comedy

Comedian Ali Wong to Return to Australia and New Zealand in 2027

Ali Wong is returning to Australia and New Zealand in 2027 with her 'Ali Wong: Live Tour.

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Image for Bachelor Girl Are Taking the ‘Waiting for the Day Redux Tour’ to Regional Australia in 2027