It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment, but in episode two of The Terminal List the camera scans across the bookshelf of Navy Seal commander James Reece and reveals that his favoured reading matter includes Sun Tzu’s classic The Art Of War and the 21st century bestseller The Accidental Guerrilla. That tells us all we need to know about the mindset of the hero/anti-hero of the piece, signposting his transition from straight-up military man to rogue vigilante. Based on a book by real-life Seal Jack Carr, The Terminal List stars Chris Pratt as Reece, a soldier whose mind is deeply shaken by the death of a dozen soldiers from his unit on a mission that goes disastrously wrong. Haunted by horrible memories on his return, grilled by suits on his version of events, Reece can’t decide which way is up. But then he starts to suspect he’s been played for a fool. It’s an interesting premise, not least because the first 15 minutes of The Terminal List is devoted to the chaotic … [Read more...] about The Terminal List review: ‘A wasted opportunity in this Chris Pratt series’
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Arsenal ‘hold talks’ over signing Newcastle target with three other clubs interested
All Or Nothing: Arsenal teased in Amazon Prime Video trailer Sign up HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Arsenal have reportedly held talks to sign Newcastle target Alejandro Grimaldo but face competition from Chelsea , Juventus and Barcelona for the Benfica star. The left-back is a key player at his club - but recent disciplinary issues mean the Portuguese side are now keen to sell the Spaniard. Related articles Four left-backs Arsenal can sign amid Tierney and Tavares woes Newcastle are 'most interested' in Benfica star who got exiled Grimaldo played 47 times for the Liga Portugal club last season - but fell out with the … [Read more...] about Arsenal ‘hold talks’ over signing Newcastle target with three other clubs interested
Arsenal ‘fan’ Pedro Neto is perfect Raphinha alternative after failed £13.2m transfer
All Or Nothing: Arsenal teased in Amazon Prime Video trailer Sign up HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Pedro Neto could just prove to be the perfect alternative to Raphinha if Chelsea or Barcelona pip Arsenal to a deal for the Brazilian international.The Wolves winger is one of the Premier League’s unpolished gems and is yet to be mined from Molineux, despite signs of interest from within the so-called Big Six. Related articles Leeds 'waiting for new Arsenal bid' before finalising Chelsea transfer Arsenal's new £40m bid raises serious questions about three stars Neto missed a large chunk of the 2021/22 season with a knee injury but now he … [Read more...] about Arsenal ‘fan’ Pedro Neto is perfect Raphinha alternative after failed £13.2m transfer
Our Auntie BBC loves all 150 genders… but not the over-60s
WE have the most inclusive state broadcaster in the world. The citizens of China, who can basically only watch one channel, of pandas procreating, would kill for such diversity. ’Allo ’Allo , Dad’s Army and The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air , which all first aired on the Beeb , were given sensitivity warnings when they appeared on streaming services. Doctor Who’s Time Lord regenerated so much he became a she, and EastEnders sermonises so much about sexism it’s down to its last 27 viewers. A couple of years ago the Beeb considered banning the “colonial” song Rule, Britannia! from Last Night Of The Proms , and last week Aunty used the phrase “pregnant people” in its coverage of the (appalling) US ruling against abortions. Most recently, the BBC has hired non-binary inclusion consultants to teach staff there are at least 150 different genders. Employees are being urged to declare their pronouns on emails with a list which has expanded to include newly invented ones … [Read more...] about Our Auntie BBC loves all 150 genders… but not the over-60s
Get ready for more adverts! Ofcom considers longer and more frequent TV ad breaks in battle against streaming giants
If, while watching Love Island of an evening, you often think ‘you know what would make this even better? Longer and more frequent ad breaks’, then boy do we have some good news for you. In a move that is sure to enrage some, but titillate the advertisers, media regulator Ofcom has said it may extend the time and frequency allowed for ad breaks on UK television as part of a review of broadcasting rules amid growing competition from streaming services. It’s claimed streaming giants such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus have put ‘pressures’ on UK broadcasters in terms of viewing figures and programme commissions, with Ofcom saying it will consider changing current advertising regulations amid market development including the increasing influence of these online services. In a report looking at the re-licensing of ITV and Channel 5 , the regulator said the expanded choice of entertainment was ‘generally positive’ for audiences but ‘put pressure on … [Read more...] about Get ready for more adverts! Ofcom considers longer and more frequent TV ad breaks in battle against streaming giants