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The Sydney Roosters have defeated the Newcastle Knights in an NRL grand final described as an instant classic. James Tedesco was hailed as captain fantastic for his decisive performance in the decider. Celebrations turned chaotic as players and fans marked the club's premiership win, with commentators calling it a grand final for the ages.
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Glenn Close is trending in Spain after Ian Gibson, the celebrated hispanist and Federico García Lorca expert, commented on 'La bola negra', a project linked to the poet's life and death. Gibson said he was stunned by what he heard but felt honoured, adding that if the references were to him, Glenn Close is a fantastic actress. His remarks have fueled curiosity about her involvement.
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US coach Mauricio Pochettino praised Canada striker Jonathan David as a 'fantastic' player, warning his team about the forward's quality. The comments come as the United States prepares to face Canada, with David's goal-scoring form a major concern for the American defense. Fans are debating how the US back line can contain the Lille striker.
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Dutch presenter Kelly Weekers has reacted to the possibility of a reunion between singer Marco Borsato and songwriter John Ewbank, saying it would be fantastic. The two worked together on many of Borsato's biggest hits before their falling-out, so any hint of renewed collaboration is drawing attention in the Dutch entertainment press.
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Scotland and Slovenia are meeting in a competitive international fixture, with attention focused on whether Scotland can overcome a stubborn Slovenian side. Slovenia's Cesar has said his team will need a 'fantastic' performance to stop Scotland, underlining the respect the Scots now command. The match is drawing strong interest from fans in both Britain and the United States.
- 6Theatre-goer raves about New Vic's Romeo & Juliet●I’m just back from seeing Romeo & Juliet at the New Vic for the second time. It was equally as fantastic as when I saw i
A theatregoer has returned from a second viewing of Romeo & Juliet at the New Vic theatre, calling it just as fantastic as their first visit two weeks earlier. They described the production as brilliant and said they left singing Peter Gabriel's The Book of Love, suggesting music features prominently in the show.
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Serbia's national football team, coached by Veljko Paunovic, is preparing to face Germany in the Nations League. German media report the Serbian squad is struggling with fitness problems, while Paunovic cautioned that Germany remain a "powerful team with a fantastic coach" and expects a strong reaction from the four-time world champions. Coverage in Germany also highlights how closely football and politics are intertwined in Serbia.
- 8Fantastical calendar app finally launches on Android●Fantastical’s long-awaited Android debut begins today on Googlebook Fantastical has long been hailed as one of the great
Fantastical, long considered one of the best calendar apps but previously limited to Apple devices, is making its debut on Android starting today. The release ends years of waiting for Android users, many of whom have only heard about the app's reputation for polished design and powerful scheduling features. Early coverage notes the move as a significant expansion beyond Apple's ecosystem.
- 9New fan art revives 1977 sci-fi series The Fantastic Journey●The beautiful and mysterious Lianna (Katie Saylor ) The Fantastic Journey (NBC TV Series 1977) Biro pen on paper # TheFa
An artist has shared a biro pen portrait of Lianna, the character played by Katie Saylor in the short-lived NBC science fiction series The Fantastic Journey from 1977. The drawing praises the character as beautiful and mysterious, drawing nostalgic attention to a cult show that was cancelled after one season and remains fondly remembered by vintage sci-fi fans.
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Attention in the Netherlands is on John Ewbank amid reports of a possible renewed collaboration with singer Marco Borsato. Kelly Weekers, Borsato's partner, reacted to the prospect, saying a reunion between the singer and his longtime songwriter would be fantastic. The two worked together on many of Borsato's biggest hits before their falling-out, making any reconciliation a talking point.
- 11Body-horror romance Little Doors premiered at Fantastic Fest▼As the world is slowly ending, a woman dating a locksmith finds a wooden door in the side of her body in Little Doors ht
A new film called Little Doors is being reviewed by Eye For Film following its Fantastic Fest screening. The story follows a woman dating a locksmith who discovers a wooden door set into the side of her body, all unfolding as the world slowly ends. The film blends apocalyptic sci-fi with intimate body-horror romance, drawing attention from genre festival audiences.
- 12Readers warm to Ode to the Half-Broken Fantastic●finished reading Ode to the Half-Broken Fantastic. I wasn't sure about it when I picked this up, but it was a staff reco
A reader has finished Ode to the Half-Broken Fantastic, a book they initially hesitated over but tried after a staff recommendation at a bookstore. They report it grabbed and held their interest quickly. The post adds to word-of-mouth buzz suggesting the title is winning over skeptical readers, with bookstore staff picks playing a role in getting the book into hands.
- 13iOS calendar app skips Android for Googlebooks●This iOS calendar app is side-stepping Android to embrace Googlebooks Will we be seeing more Googlebook exclusives furth
An iOS calendar app called Fantastical has reportedly chosen to integrate with Googlebooks rather than launch an Android version, prompting questions about whether more apps will become exclusive to one platform. The move highlights how developers weigh platform priorities, with observers debating whether such exclusives will become more common going forward.
- 14Tim Walker Unveils Tapestry of Queer Britain▼‘I call them erotic landscapes’: fashion photographer Tim Walker on his powerful tapestry of queer Britain
British fashion photographer Tim Walker has spoken about a new body of work portraying queer Britain, describing the images as 'erotic landscapes'. In an interview with The Guardian, he discusses the powerful tapestry of queer life and identity captured in the series, marking a personal and cultural project from a photographer best known for his fantastical fashion imagery.
- 15Tabletop Gaming Society draws students into fantastical battle games●Gamers enter fantastical lands, battle to victory at Tabletop Gaming Society
George Washington University's Tabletop Gaming Society gives students a space to play tabletop games, guiding newcomers through fantastical settings and competitive battles. The society is highlighted as a welcoming community where players learn rules, build characters and face off in strategy-driven sessions. The profile points to growing interest in tabletop gaming as a social hobby on campus.
- 16Fans send warm greetings to Pitbull from Spain●Good afternoon sir #Pitbull, thank you very much,by the news,is very fantastic,take good care of yourself hugs from Spai
A fan in Spain publicly greeted the rapper Pitbull, thanking him and calling recent news about him fantastic, before wishing him well and sending hugs. The message reflects affection from his Spanish-speaking audience, who often follow the Miami artist's tour announcements and appearances. No further details about the specific news were given in the message itself.
- 17Oscar Piastri takes solid points haul in tricky F1 race●Fantastic drive, Oscar! 🤩 A tricky race on many fronts, but the Aussie comes away with a decent points haul in Malaysia
Australian Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri is being praised for a strong drive in a difficult Grand Prix, described as tricky on many fronts, in which he secured a decent points haul. Fans are congratulating the McLaren driver on the result, calling it a fantastic drive given the challenging conditions of the race weekend.