The Hollywood Reporter and Sportico Launch ‘THR’s Game Recognize Game’ Video Series

The Hollywood Reporter and Sportico are bringing star power and athletic excellence together in a new video franchise: THR’s Game Recognize Game.

Launching Aug. 26 in tandem with THR and Sportico’s “The Sports Issue,” the multi-episode series pairs acclaimed Hollywood talent with one of the sports superstars they most admire for a candid conversation at the intersection of fame, achievement and cultural influence. The debut installment unites Oscar winner Mahershala Ali with NBA All-Star Jaylen Brown, followed by a second episode pairing Off Campus sensation Belmont Cameli with NHL phenom Macklin Celebrini. Additional high-profile pairings are set to drop this fall.

Razer Blade 16 (2026) review

The Razer Blade 16 is still the most desirable gaming laptop money can buy. Unfortunately, these days you'll need even more cash on hand if you want to walk away with a top-spec model. It's still remarkably civilised, seriously quick, and equipped with one of the best OLED panels on the market. But the price increase means it's even further out of reach for most of us mortals, which keeps me from handing out another 90% score.

TV Premiere Dates 2026: The Complete Guide

Friday, May 1
Conbody vs. Everybody (Criterion Channel)
Twenty Twenty Six (BritBox/Tubi)
9:30 p.m.: Zillow Gone Wild (HGTV)

Sunday, May 3
10 p.m.: Watson (CBS, finale)

Monday, May 4
Lord of the Flies (Netflix)
10 p.m.: The Rookie (ABC, finale)

Spidey Surprise! ‘Brand New Day’ Lands Top Opening Weekend Ever With $360M, Beating ‘Avengers: Endgame’

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There is a brand new title topping the list for the all-time biggest domestic opening weekend at the box office, as Spider-Man: Brand New Day‘s debut has been adjusted in final numbers and will now surpass Avengers: Endgame, which previously led the way.

‘Spider-Man’ Beats ‘Avengers: Endgame’ as ‘Brand New Day’ Climbs to $360 Million, the Biggest Opening Weekend in Box Office History

Is Spider-Man more powerful than all of the Avengers combined?

There’s certainly a case to be made after “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” captured a mind-boggling, record-setting $360 million in its domestic debut, officially ranking as the biggest debut in box office history. After landing above Sunday’s estimates of $355 million, “Brand New Day” has outpaced the prior all-time benchmark of 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” with $357 million (not adjusted for inflation).

The Soulslike genre has grown stale after Elden Ring, and only FromSoftware can take it to strange new places

Souls Like A Dragon: Five Phases

A huge armoured enemy smashes through a warrior's shield in Dark Souls 2.
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Sometimes I have to remind myself that I’m a cliché, a person first compelled to write about games because I slew Dark Souls’ Gwynn, Lord Of Cinder and sat quietly for a moment before thinking to myself, “Hit me, come on, hit me!”. No, I was not okay. But my understanding of games shifted in that tiny university room: they could be overcome, not just completed. FromSoftware’s dark fantasy lands, with their puzzle-box intricacy and dribbly residents, ushered in the "Soulslike" as other developers sought to cash in on masochists like me.

Horizon3 hits $2 billion valuation with $250M Series E as AI threats escalate

Cybersecurity startup Horizon3 has raised a $250 million Series E at a $2 billion valuation, more than tripling its valuation in 14 months. The San Francisco-based firm drew backing from returning investors NightDragon and NEA.

Noctua shows off 'custom-built torture-test rigs' for testing fans, and now I'm afraid of ever setting foot in the Noctua factory

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Rust Fan Launches Lawsuit Against Police After Swatting Incident Leaves Him Paralyzed

A Rust player left paralyzed by cops in a swatting incident is now suing the police for $176 million.

Back in April of this year, 23-year-old Tucson resident Axeel Melendez was shot in his leg and spine by two officers who stormed into his house via his bedroom window. The cops were responding to a false report of an active shooter in the building — despite Melendez previously warning their unit that he was being targeted by a potential swatter.

Bruno Guimaraes: Arsenal bid rejected by Newcastle with Magpies determined to keep captain and Brazil international midfielder

Arsenal's opening bid for Bruno Guimaraes has been rejected by Newcastle. 

The Premier League champions are now in direct talks with Newcastle over a deal for their captain.

Guimaraes is in Spain to report back for their pre-season training camp in La Manga.