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Entertainment · 24 September 2026

Netflix Hits Pause on Gary Glitter Docu-Drama Over 'New Legal Information'—Because Even Streaming Giants Can't Afford a Glitter Bomb

Candy Voss, Washington desk

Netflix has postponed the release of its three‑part documentary about ex‑pop star Gary Glitter, citing 'new legal information' that has apparently caused the streaming giant to hit the brakes. The doc, scheduled for…

Entertainment · 24 September 2026

Jean Smart Promises New 'Family' Stone of a Sequel—This Time With Less Christmas and More Tax Code

Rita Knox, Washington desk

Veteran sitcom star Jean Smart signs on for the long‑awaited sequel to The Family Stone, joining an ensemble cast that includes Rachel McAdams, Sarah Jessica Parker, Claire Danes and Dermot Mulroney. The Searchlight pr…

World · 24 September 2026

Budget Blues: Taoiseach Declares 'We Can't Do Everything for Everyone' While Stuck in a Rainstorm of Compromise

Aoife Brennan, Dublin desk

The Taoiseach, juggling a tight budget and a looming meeting with a New York mayor, reminds Dubliners that resources are limited and fuel excise cuts will be extended. A light‑hearted look at how the government plans t…

Technology · 24 September 2026

Nintendo’s 30% Off Metroid Sale Triggers Congressional Hearing on Gaming Subsidies

Rita Knox, Washington desk

A Nintendo sale on Metroid Prime Remastered has sparked a mock‑inquisitive session in Washington, with lawmakers debating whether digital discounts count as federal subsidies. The hearing, held in the Commerce Committe…

Environment · 24 September 2026

Albanese and Trump Trade Blows Over Digital Duty of Care Laws, Media Credentials Vanish

Clyde Rook, Washington desk

Australia’s new digital duty of care laws hit a snag at the White House, as Albanese rebuffs Trump’s censorship jab while the former president removes press credentials and sues media outlets.

World · 23 September 2026

RAF Training Aircraft Incident Leaves Pilots ‘Mildly Disoriented’ in Wales – Next Meeting to Discuss ‘Miracle’ Recovery

Tom Wick, London desk

A routine RAF training flight went sideways in Wales, injuring two pilots and prompting calls for a post‑incident review that might last longer than the flight itself.

Politics · 23 September 2026

Burnham's Scalp Saves the Summit: How a Tidy Tress Tamed Trump

Iris Quay, London desk

In a moment that could have been a headline, Andy Burnham emerged unscathed from his first meeting with Donald Trump, apparently thanks to a well‑groomed hairstyle and a dash of calm.

Health · 23 September 2026

Liverpool’s New ‘Bladder Boot Camp’ Takes Teens on a ‘Kick’ from Ketone‑Induced Ketamine

Celia Marsh, London desk

A specialist NHS clinic at Alder Hey in Liverpool is now seeing children as young as 13 for severe ketamine‑related bladder damage, offering a mix of dialysis, counselling and very cold tea.

Entertainment · 23 September 2026

Brad Pitt Declares Indie Cinema "Strong as the '90s" – and Dog Co-Actors Are the New Oscars

Candy Voss, Washington desk

At the San Sebastian Film Festival, Brad Pitt extolled the indie film scene, comparing it to the hey‑day '90s, while casually praising his canine co‑star. The press conference turned into a bizarre love‑letter to t…