The Guardian Europe
Will Ferrell's golf comedy The Hawk is a dated attempt at humor that relies on genital gags and dodgy references, falling flat in a comedy landscape that has moved on.
Pitchfork
Lana Del Rey announces that her long-delayed album 'Stove' has a surprise companion album, because one album's worth of waiting and name changes just wasn't enough.
Pitchfork
Darren Cunningham returns as Actress with a new album, a trippy video, and a festival gig that's definitely in London, not Paris.
The Guardian Europe
Zara's flowing palazzo trousers are causing a social media storm of face-plants and broken bones, earning them the nickname 'death pants' - and maybe a revival for skinny jeans.
The Guardian Europe
Stage 11 of the Tour de France offers a break from Pogacar's domination, with sprinters battling for points in hot weather - and maybe some cabbage leaves.
The Guardian Europe
A wind-powered catamaran, last of the postal boats, and a marsh-side guesthouse: northern France's watery wonders, minus the ferry queue.
The Guardian Europe
England face Argentina in a World Cup semi-final with historical baggage, a Falklands chant, and Tuchel insisting everyone is very emotional and ready.
Pitchfork
Two musical acts, one named after a social bond, team up for a December tour that will test the limits of your calendar and your ability to explain the band's name to friends.
The Guardian Europe
Argentina's semi-final against England isn't just a football match - it's a 40-year grudge match featuring Diego Maradona's ghost, Falklands War flashbacks, and a catchy song about revenge.
The Guardian
Arts venue in former Sydney church gets eviction notice after religious groups take issue with LGBTQ+ events, because apparently holy communion fries cross a line.
The Guardian
A Swedish affair drama serves regrets and flashbacks, while patisserie chefs smash edible pinatas and Dr Martin faces his blood phobia.
The Guardian Europe
France wants revenge on Spain for Euro 2024, because apparently holding a grudge is part of the training regimen. Coach says no revenge, but the players are ready to deliver.
The Guardian Europe
Former striker Diego Forlán steps in as Uruguay’s temporary manager after Bielsa’s World Cup ouster, bringing his Golden Boot and a coaching resume that’s seen better days.
The Atlantic
The Atlantic launches a murder mystery game where subscribers get first crack at interrogating AI-powered suspects in a dubious park, because solving a fictional crime is apparently the new long-form journalism.
The Guardian
Sam Neill, the beloved actor who survived dinosaurs, demons, and a cancer diagnosis, has died at 78 - just when things were getting interesting.
BBC World
A decade on, Pokémon Go has players walking billions of kilometres, finding love, and defying depression - all while chasing imaginary animals. Still better than sitting on the couch.
Pitchfork
Jay-Z performs *Reasonable Doubt* and *The Blueprint* at Yankee Stadium with Beyoncé, Nas, Eminem, and Blue Ivy in tow - because why not flex for 30 years of greatness?
The Guardian Europe
India continues to dominate at Lord's, extending their lead to 355 runs while England's bowlers get a workout and a new helmet makes its debut.
The Guardian Europe
VAR's expanded 'mistaken identity' rule turns a Swiss equalizer into a red-card disaster, leaving Breel Embolo in tears and Switzerland's World Cup dreams in the dust.
The Guardian Europe
Australia's promising half-time lead evaporates as France's bench depth proves too much, leaving the Wallabies with a sixth straight loss and existential questions about their World Cup future.
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