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Cliff Notes – Metroid Prime 4 not at Switch 2 Direct but might be seen this week says source Recent speculation suggests that Metroid Prime 4 may not be featured in the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, contrary to earlier claims of its presence. There are indications of a separate showcase for the original Switch, where Metroid Prime 4 could potentially be revealed, as it is expected to launch this year. Current discussions around Nintendo’s strategy hint at a focus on new titles for the Switch 2, with uncertainty surrounding the release of Pokémon Legends Z-A and its compatibility with…

The £9bn Lower Thames Crossing project, spanning 14.5 miles and featuring a 2.6-mile tunnel, has been approved after 16 years of planning and £1.2bn in costs.

Pakistan achieved a remarkable 207 for 1 in just 16 overs, defeating New Zealand’s total of 204, with a chase rate of 12.93 runs per over.

Cliff Notes – Silent Hill f is not banned in Australia despite what it says The Australian Classification Board clarified that Silent Hill f has not been classified as ‘Refused Classification’, despite initial reports suggesting otherwise. The game, featuring a teenage protagonist and graphic content, may still face potential bans due to Australia’s strict censorship laws regarding violence and drug use. Although no release date has been confirmed, speculation suggests that Silent Hill f could launch before the end of the year, potentially aligning with Halloween. Silent Hill f is not banned in Australia despite what website says Australia is…

Cliff Notes Sheriff Peter Paterson has urged Stuart Hogg to accept the consequences of his domestic abuse conviction and move on from any feelings of injustice. Hogg pleaded guilty to domestic abuse against his estranged wife, which included alarming messages and excessive tracking of her movements. Following his guilty plea, Hogg received a community payback order and was warned by the sheriff that he must comply with the conditions to avoid custody. Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg urged to stop feeling ‘hard done by’ over domestic abuse conviction | UK News A sheriff is urging former Scotland rugby captain…

The Liverpool star has long been expected to swap Anfield for the Bernabeu on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer

Many of the American headlines are focused on the huge blunder from Trump’s top team after a journalist was accidently added to a private chat where bombing Yemen was discussed. Plenty of headlines have come from the group chat leak, including a clear understanding of just how much the US officials hate Europe, their plans to bomb Houthis and JD Vance’s disagreement with Trump.

There are reactions to the poor performance of the USMNT in the Nations League. It’s been a really bad few months for the team and sports pundits and fans are sharing their concerns ahead of the 2026 World Cup – in which the US is one of three hosts. The poor attendance at the matches have also been highlighted.

Most of the American headlines (and global) are reporting on the massive blunder from Trump’s team when a left-wing journalist was accidentally added to a group chat. The chat was leaked – as were some juicy details, which is leading many headlines in print and online. From plans to bomb Yemen’s Houthis to calling Europe ‘pathetic’ the leak has led to calls for a probe and questions over national security protocols.

Elsewhere, the USMNT has finished fourth in the Nations League – fourth out of just four teams. For those looking ahead to the World Cup, the bigger concern was over the poor attendance at the USA matches over the Nations League, with more questions arising about how the USA (along with Canada and Mexico) will fare in hosting the 2026 tournament.

Cliff Notes – Mullanpur to host the final of Women’s World Cup 2025 The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur will host the Women’s ODI World Cup final, scheduled between September 29 and October 26, 2025. This tournament marks India’s fifth hosting of the Women’s ODI World Cup, the first since 2013, with matches also taking place in Vishakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram, Raipur, and Indore. Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, and Sri Lanka have qualified, with the final two spots to be determined in the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in April 2025. Mullanpur to host the final of Women’s…

Cliff Notes – Gerard Depardieu denies sexual assault in trial Gerard Depardieu testified in his sexual assault trial, denying wrongdoing while claiming his behaviour is sometimes perceived as boorish. The actor described being told he has a “Russian nature” regarding his drinking and acknowledged using crude language around one of the accusers. Depardieu faces allegations from two women who claim he touched them inappropriately on the set of his 2021 film, Les Volets Verts. Gerard Depardieu acknowledges ‘Russian nature’ but denies sexual assault in trial | Paris French actor Gerard Depardieu testified that he has been told he has “a…