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The White House has posted stylized 'hype' videos that mix genuine footage from the conflict with Iran alongside clips taken from movies and video games. ABC News reported the practice, raising questions about the administration's use of entertainment imagery in official communications about an ongoing war and the blurring line between propaganda, promotion and factual reporting.

Richard Osman is leaving the BBC quiz show House of Games, and a first look at his replacement as host has been revealed. The long-running daytime panel show, a staple of BBC Two schedules, will continue with a new presenter. Viewers in the UK are discussing the changeover and what the new host will bring to the programme's tone and format.

Indian Theft Auto Simulator, a Grand Theft Auto-style game with Indian settings, is the setting of a popular new gaming video in which characters Jack and Shinchan get a 'Jolo Chips' house. The video has drawn strong engagement from viewers, reflecting the popularity of Indian-themed GTA-style gameplay and snack-branded content among young gaming audiences.

Jagex has confirmed work on a fourth RuneScape MMO, its first built on Unreal Engine rather than the game's in-house engine. The announcement came alongside news of a RuneScape animation project involving streamer MoistCr1TiKaL. Fans are debating what the engine switch means for the long-running franchise, with the story trending in searches across Sweden, the Netherlands and the UK.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is pressing the case that the upcoming Olympic Games should be organized around the interests of the city's residents rather than outside stakeholders. Local commentary is backing her stance, arguing the Games must deliver lasting benefits for Angelenos — in housing, transit and neighborhood investment — instead of serving only Olympic organizers and corporate sponsors.

Warner Bros is developing a Game of Thrones movie centred on Aegon's Conquest, the Targaryen invasion of Westeros, with a theatrical release planned for 2029. The announcement has drawn attention as the franchise's first feature film, extending the universe beyond House of the Dragon and fuelling discussion among fans about casting, scope and how the conquest will be adapted.

CNN says it was excluded from the press pool aboard Air Force One when President Trump flew Saturday to attend a college football game. The network's claim has drawn attention to press access practices, with the incident raising questions about which outlets are chosen to accompany the president and how pool rotations are decided. The White House has not been reported as giving a detailed explanation for the omission.

The fashion industry's wave of designer reshuffles at major luxury houses has delivered only partial success, according to Business of Fashion. While some new creative directors have revived brand momentum and commercial interest, others have struggled to move the needle, leaving the industry assessing whether the costly game of musical chairs was worth it.

Los Angeles city leaders gathered to discuss the region's sustainability and infrastructure preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics. Speakers framed the Games as an opportunity to deliver lasting transit and environmental improvements rather than short-term projects, with one participant noting the effort is not a 'circus' that leaves town once the events end. The discussion highlights growing attention on how LA will handle traffic, housing and development pressures as the Games approach.

The Tampa Bay Rays are drawing a full stadium for their playoff matchup against the New York Yankees, a marked change from three years ago when their postseason games were played before sparse crowds. The turnaround in attendance is being noted across baseball, highlighting the franchise's growing fan support in a matchup against one of the sport's biggest drawing teams.

Shore Sports Insider has launched its Week 5 Dick's House of Sport Football Player of the Week poll, inviting readers to vote for the top high school football performer of the week. Fans can weigh in on standout players from the latest round of games across the shore region.

Host cities must plan far beyond the two weeks of competition. A new analysis examines how Olympic operations stress-test urban systems, and what the games reveal about a city's long-term infrastructure performance. The discussion comes as attention on Olympic legacy and the cost-effectiveness of hosting continues to grow, with city planners weighing transport, housing and venue use against lasting benefits.

Ubisoft has renamed its second "creative house" to Massive Entertainment, taking the name of its Malmö-based studio behind the Snowdrop engine. The division also includes studios in Paris, Montreal and Toronto, and oversees franchises including The Division, Ghost Recon and Splinter Cell. The reorganisation highlights Ubisoft's ongoing restructuring of its game development operations into larger studio groupings.

The Milwaukee Bucks have joined the NBA's in-house streaming platform, a move reportedly connected in part to the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade situation. The deal shifts the franchise's local game distribution to the league's own service. The report drew attention from basketball fans tracking the team's off-court changes alongside uncertainty surrounding their star player.

Warner Bros. and HBO are moving ahead with a Game of Thrones feature film titled 'Aegon's Conquest', scheduled to reach theaters in summer 2029. The movie will explore the Targaryen conquest of Westeros, the backstory referenced throughout the series and expanded in 'House of the Dragon'. Fans are debating the long wait and what a big-screen return means for the franchise.

The Milwaukee Bucks have joined the NBA's in-house streaming platform for broadcasting their games. Reporting on the move notes that trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo was one of the factors behind the decision. The shift marks another franchise moving away from traditional regional sports network distribution toward the league's own streaming offering.

Warner Bros. has given a 2029 release date to 'Aegon's Conquest', a Game of Thrones movie based on George R.R. Martin's history of the Targaryen conquest of Westeros. The project will expand the franchise to the big screen for the first time, years after the original series ended and alongside the ongoing House of the Dragon TV prequels.

Streamer cdutson is playing the indie game Whisper of the House live on Twitch and invited followers to watch the stream. Whisper of the House is a cozy puzzle-adventure title, and cdutson streams it as part of a variety gaming schedule. Engagement so far is minimal, with little wider reaction beyond the stream announcement itself.

A rare Kobe Bryant No. 8 jersey that the late NBA star wore in 17 games is heading to auction, where it could sell for millions of dollars. Sports memorabilia collectors are watching closely, as Bryant items have commanded record prices since his death in 2020.