Culture

6 Fantasy TV Shows With the Best Finales

Crafting a satisfying ending is one of fiction’s hardest tasks, and these fantasy series largely get it right. Their finales resonate because they balance emotional impact, moral clarity and a sense of adventure, leaving viewers fulfilled while still giving them something to ponder. Kingdom’s last episode functions as

Sports

Harry Kane sets three goalscoring records with brace in Der Klassiker

Harry Kane scored twice as Bayern Munich beat Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in a dramatic Der Klassiker, taking his tally for the season to 45 goals in all competitions. Nico Schlotterbeck opened the scoring before Kane levelled in the 54th minute, converting from a Serge Gnabry cross. Fifteen minutes later a

Culture

Jess Cartner-Morley’s March style essentials: trainers, jackets and red

Spring is on the way: magnolia buds are appearing, evenings hold a sliver more daylight and gloves are coming out of handbags — umbrellas, perhaps, should stay put for now. A few timely pieces feel right for the season, from a bouncy new pair of trainers to a classic jacket and

Culture

The Mandalorian and Grogu leans into alien leads and puppet-driven storytelling

The latest trailers for The Mandalorian and Grogu make a clear choice: humans are scarce while aliens—brought to life with puppetry and CGI—dominate the screen. Beyond Din Djarin and Sigourney Weaver’s Colonel Ward, the cast appears largely non-human, a rarity for a Star Wars feature and a

Culture

Keanu Reeves’ Speed Moves to Hulu

Keanu Reeves has headlined several action films that reshaped the genre, from The Matrix to John Wick. He also starred in an earlier blockbuster, Speed, which will race onto the Hulu streaming service on March 1. Released June 10, 1994, and directed by Jan de Bont, Speed pairs Reeves with

Tech

The best antivirus software 2026

Antivirus software for desktop PCs, laptops and mobile devices adds a layer of protection beyond the operating system's built-in security. Modern suites do more than signature-based scans: they guard against phishing, ransomware, trojans and worms, warn about untrusted websites, alert you if personal details such as passwords appear

Sports

Al-Nassr say Ronaldo suffered only muscle fatigue after limping off

Al-Nassr boss Jorge Jesus moved to allay concerns after Cristiano Ronaldo limped off late in the second half of a 3-1 Saudi Pro League win over Al-Fayha. The victory allowed Al-Nassr to leapfrog Al-Ahli and reclaim the top spot, but Ronaldo's exit left supporters worried. The Portuguese forward

AI

Five takeaways from Sam Altman’s AMA on OpenAI’s Pentagon deal

Sam Altman went on X and answered questions about OpenAI’s recently finalized agreement with the Department of Defense, which he announced late Friday. The deal followed Anthropic’s refusal of an ultimatum over terms for deploying its frontier model for mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. Altman said

Crypto

Polymarket Traders Profit $1M on US-Iran Strike Bets, Stir Insider Concerns

Six Polymarket traders earned roughly $1 million after accurately betting the United States would strike Iran before the end of February. The six wallets were created in February and concentrated almost all activity on contracts predicting the timing of a potential US attack. In several cases, shares were purchased only

Culture

Task is a seven-hour HBO crime thriller built for a one-night binge

Task is a seven-hour HBO crime thriller that plays like a one-night binge, combining focused storytelling, powerful performances and a conclusion that leaves viewers wanting more. Fans have room to catch their breath before Season 2 arrives later in 2026. Created by Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown), the series follows

Culture

Leonardo DiCaprio's 5 Greatest Drama Movies, Ranked

Leonardo DiCaprio’s best work blends comedy, drama and the occasional action turn, but his most memorable performances often come in heavier, dramatic films. His five greatest drama movies collect roles that helped define his career and showcase his dedication and versatility. What’s Eating Gilbert Grape is the film

Sports

Guardiola explains why Erling wasn't included for Leeds trip

Should City emerge victorious at Elland Road, they will move to within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal having played the same number of games. The Gunners welcome London rivals Chelsea to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, with City's actual game in hand coming against Crystal Palace,

Business

Investment in AI-resistant Halo companies lifts UK and EU markets

Investors have adopted a new mantra as AI threatens to reshape the global economy: the Halo trade. Interest in Halo — short for 'heavy assets, low obsolescence' — has risen as investors seek out companies with tangible, productive assets that might be insulated from AI disruption, such as energy and

Sports

Ekitike inspires Liverpool to 5-2 win over West Ham

Liverpool beat West Ham 5-2 at Anfield, with Hugo Ekitike proving decisive as he scored and set up a goal. Ekitike opened the scoring inside five minutes after a clever pass from Ryan Gravenberch that squeezed under goalkeeper Mads Hermansen, and Virgil van Dijk nodded in Dominik Szoboszlai's

Culture

Breakfast at Pavyllon, London W1: does fine dining wait for lunch?

The Four Seasons has introduced what it bills as London’s first Michelin-starred breakfast: a five-course tasting menu at a counter in a pastel dining room, priced at £70. If you can’t get a counter booking you can still order much of the same food from the regular breakfast

Sports

Berhalter: McKennie heeded 'great players' advice as Juventus reward looms

Former United States head coach Gregg Berhalter praised Weston McKennie after the Juventus midfielder continued his resurgence in Italy. The former Schalke player has been reborn this season and become integral to a new-look Juventus side, even filling in as a makeshift centre-forward at times. McKennie joined Juventus in 2020

World

Photos show damage at Dubai luxury tourist hotspot after Iran strike

Photos show damage to major cities and tourist hotspots across the Middle East, from Dubai to Tehran. The US and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury on Saturday, and Iran responded with strikes across six Gulf nations. Intercepted missiles were seen streaking across the sky in Dubai, and debris appeared to

Tech

245W charging station felt excessive, but it's now an office essential

Baseus' Nomos NH21 245W 6-in-1 USB-C charging station, priced at $200, is built to be a desktop charging solution for phones, watches, earbuds and laptops. The unit replaces the need for a separate desk setup by offering enough power and outlets to handle multiple devices at once. The dark

Crypto

Bitcoin Recovers to $68,200 After Iran Supreme Leader Reported Killed

Bitcoin recovered from a dip following US‑Israeli air strikes on Iran and reports of the death of the Iranian Supreme Leader. Prices reached $68,200 in early Sunday trading on Coinbase, according to TradingView, up from a low of $63,000 on Saturday. The asset has now recovered all

Culture

Apple TV's Neuromancer cast and characters

Apple TV+'s Neuromancer adapts William Gibson's 1984 cyberpunk novel for a 10-episode first season. Created by Graham Roland and J.D. Dillard, the series follows Case, a computer hacker coerced by an advanced AI and a PTSD-ridden soldier into a high-risk heist that could free a

Culture

Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner Finds New Life on Streaming

Ridley Scott’s work in science fiction stretches from Alien in 1979 to the enduring influence of Blade Runner, the 1982 cyber thriller that helped spawn a legacy sequel, Blade Runner 2049. The original film remains widely regarded as a landmark of the genre. Blade Runner is not streaming in

Sports

Man City 1-0 Leeds: Semenyo and Cherki dazzle as City close gap on Arsenal

Manchester City moved to within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal with a 1-0 win at Leeds United. The visitors were without Erling Haaland, who pulled out of the fixture with a minor injury, and ended Leeds' 25-game unbeaten run in evening matches at Elland Road. Leeds started

Politics

Sicily revokes century-old Mondello beach concession over mafia links

Mondello beach in Palermo is framed by mountains and 19th-century villas and famed for its Caribbean-blue water and white sand. For nearly a century residents and tourists have complained that private lidos, cabins and deckchairs have left scant room for public access. Sicilian authorities revoked the permit of Italo Belga,

Culture

Pluribus Emerges as Apple TV's Breakout Sci-Fi Series

Apple TV has become the home for several notable science-fiction series, from Severance in 2022 to long-running shows like Foundation and Invasion. Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is due to return soon, though its future beyond Season 2 has yet to be decided. Pluribus premiered last year and went off the

Sports

Leah Williamson targets 2027 World Cup to complete trophy haul

England captain Leah Williamson says she is determined to lift the 2027 World Cup to complete her collection of major trophies. Williamson was not part of the 2023 England squad which reached the World Cup final in Australia after an anterior cruciate ligament injury, and she sees the next tournament,