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A film starring Saoirse Ronan praised as ‘powerful and inspiring’ is now streaming on Netflix. Released last year, The Outrun was based on the 2016 memoir of the same name by Amy Liptrot. It follows Rona, a young woman who has recently left rehab after checking in for alcoholism issues and returns home to the Orkney Islands in Scotland. The film charts her challenges with addiction in a series of flashbacks, showing her attempts to balance her work as a biology graduate in London and living with her boyfriend Daynin (Paapa Essiedu), who eventually leaves her. While in Scotland she…

One of the most obscure, and valuable, GBA games finally gets a re-release, as what was known in Europe as Ninja Cop becomes available for everyone. Ninja Five-O – not your average bobby on the beat (Konami) Video game rarity in an almost digital-only world is a very different thing to how it was 20 or so years ago. It’s currently impossible to play failed live service games like Concord and XDefiant, despite the fact that they’re less than a year old, and yet most games going back to the late ‘70s are relatively easy to play on one format…

Is the Switch 2 guaranteed to outsell the PS5? (YouTube) The Friday letters page is not optimistic about new Pokémon games on the Nintendo Switch 2, as one reader hopes for a Half-Life 3 reveal at the April Nintendo Direct. Twin rivalsOne thing I’ve been thinking about with the Nintendo Switch 2 is how it’ll do going up against not just the PlayStation 5 but also the other next gen consoles. The Switch came out halfway through the PlayStation 4’s life and now the Switch 2 is coming out halfway through the PlayStation 5. At the time it was thought…

Tesco has announced that it will be axing a popular Clubcard feature next week. The supermarket chain will be discontinuing the ability for customers to collect Clubcard points on fuel purchases at Tesco petrol stations. The decision to remove this feature comes as Tesco looks to streamline its Clubcard program and focus on other ways to reward customers. The supermarket chain has stated that customers will still be able to collect Clubcard points on all other purchases at Tesco stores, both in-store and online. The move has been met with disappointment from some customers who regularly collect Clubcard points on…

London is a great city, but life here can get expensive! It’s a global city with people coming in and out every day. But I have some good news for you – there’s lots to do in London for cheap! You just have to know where to look. Here are 10 unmissable Time Out London deals – snap them up now! Cheap things to do in London It’s all here and more in these 10 incredible offers, discounts and deals. Get a three-course Italian feast for £29.95 at Savile Row’s Sartoria Savour the flavours of Italy in Mayfair with Sartoria’s…

Labour leader Keir Starmer has expressed his support for former President Donald Trump’s controversial mineral deal with Ukraine after meeting with the US president. Starmer believes that the deal could bring significant economic benefits to both countries and help strengthen their relationship. During their meeting, Starmer and Trump discussed the potential benefits of the mineral deal, which would see Ukraine exporting rare earth minerals to the US in exchange for economic assistance. Starmer praised Trump for his efforts to promote economic growth and cooperation between the two countries. However, Starmer also emphasized the importance of ensuring that the deal is…

Residents of the Indian Ocean islands Mauritius and La Reunion rushed to stockpile essential items on Thursday, as Cyclone Garance approached the two territories. The storm, which is expected to pass 50 kilometers from La Reunion’s shores, prompted authorities to impose a “red alert”, closing airports and schools, and urging all inhabitants to stay inside, except law enforcement and emergency services. At least two people were killed as Cyclone Garance slammed the Indian Ocean island of Reunion, blowing away roofs and cutting power and access to drinking water for many residents. Garance landed on the island’s north with winds of up…

Starmer Meets Trump: Key Highlights from the White House Visit In a significant diplomatic event, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on February 28. The discussions primarily focused on trade agreements and the pressing issues surrounding Russia and Ukraine. Here’s what you need to know about this pivotal encounter. UK-US Relations: A Focus on Trade and Security Both leaders expressed a desire for strengthened economic ties, with discussions indicating a forthcoming UK-US trade deal centering on technology. Starmer’s administration is optimistic about potential tariff reductions as part of the agreement. This…

Nuclear-armed North Korea said on Friday it had tested strategic cruise missiles to warn its enemies of its “counterattack” capabilities and readiness of its nuclear might, as neighboring South Korea prepares for its “Freedom Shield” military exercises with the US next month. N. Korea showcases 'counterattack' abilities with new missile tests

As the UK grapples with an escalating energy crisis and an impending global trade war, the Labour Party’s ambitious climate agenda is under scrutiny. Recent reports reveal that opposition leaders are struggling to rally support for their green policies, as soaring energy prices push more consumers towards short-term solutions rather than long-term sustainability initiatives. With household bills projected to continue rising, many citizens express concern over the immediate affordability of eco-friendly options. Labour’s Climate Agenda Faces Headwinds Starmer is trying to establish himself as a strong leader for the economy and as a global player. However, Labour’s climate agenda faces…