‘XDefiant’ delayed after failing console quality tests

Naman Ramachandran The proposed merger between Indian powerhouse Zee Entertainment Enterprises and Sony‘s Indian TV businesses, which has been nearly two years in the making, is likely to be delayed further, Sony said in a filing on Friday. The companies cleared a key regulatory hurdle in August, but there are other matters pending, especially that of leadership. The original plan had foreseen that Zee’s CEO Punit Goenka would be its captain, while Sony would own a 51% controlling stake.

A review into how ITV handled Phillip Schofield’s behaviour has reportedly been delayed until later this year, despite it originally being expected to be published this month. The This Morning star, 61, stepped down from his role before resigning from all ITV presenting duties after admitting to having an ‘unwise but not illegal’ affair with a younger male former colleague.The incident led to further allegations of there being a ‘toxic’ culture at This Morning, with TV medic Dr Ranj Singh and Eamonn Holmes among those speaking out against the show.

Total War: Pharaoh has had to push its launch on the Epic Games Store to “early 2024”, with Creative Assembly stating that it is as “disappointed” as the fans are.This is in order to introduce “additional social functions” to the game, and the team will require a more flexible time frame to fulfil those features.Fans had realised that their pre-orders through the Epic Games Store for Total War: Pharaoh had been refunded, signalling that some sort of update from Creative Assembly was on the way.“We apologise to all our fans whose plans are affected by this news. Know that we’re disappointed too, and that we otherwise look forward to welcoming you into Ancient Egypt early next year,” continued the post to Total War‘s official X account.The game’s launch on Steam and Mac is unaffected and Total War: Pharaoh will arrive on October 11.

FKA Twigs‘ lawsuit against Shia LeBeouf, whom she used to date, has been pushed back to a later date in 2024.In 2020, the musician – real name Tahliah Debrett Barnett – filed a lawsuit against the actor, accusing him of “relentless abuse” during their former relationship, including sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress.As reported by Pitchfork, the trial was originally set for a date in November but on Tuesday, August 29, both parties agreed to a continuance, postponing the trial to Monday, October 14, 2024.According to notes from the filing, the trial has been postponed various times due to conflicts within FKA Twigs’ schedule and LeBeouf’s “entertainment projects.” It was also noted that one of Twigs’ lawyers would have been on maternity leave during November 2023.The lawsuit against LeBeouf alleges that he was repeatedly abusive, citing a trip that the pair took in 2019 while they were dating. According to an article posted by The New York Times, on the way back from the trip, the lawsuit alleges LaBeouf was driving a car recklessly with Twigs in the passenger seat, removed his seatbelt and threatened to crash the car unless she professed her love for him.It also claims that after Twigs begged to be let out of the car, the two pulled over at a gas station and she removed her bags.

My Mum, Your Dad continued on Tuesday night and there was a shock elimination twist as two parents sadly had to wave goodbye to the West Sussex country house and their chance at finding love.

A stretch of the M62 remains fully shut this afternoon hours after a man tragically died.

A Greater Manchester hospital trust has apologised after medics missed symptoms of sepsis in a teenager, leaving her with PTSD.

EXCLUSIVE: The Writers Guild of America has opened investigations on both coasts into complaints by members of delayed and smaller than usual residual checks.

The September heatwave may be over in the UK but thousands of holidaymakers will be jetting off abroad in search of some autumn sunshine. If you are flying to your destination then it’s important to check the status of your flight.

Thousands of holidaymakers will descend on Manchester Airport today to jet off. With the unseasonal September heatwave coming to an end this week, many people will be searching for sun abroad.

The world premiere of ” “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero” at the Toronto Film Festival was forced to be delayed when a bomb threat was called in, reportedly targeting the premiere and the rapper himself.

Lil Nas X‘s new documentary was delayed last night (September 9) due to a bomb threat being made.The film, titled Long Live Montero, is directed by Carlos López Estrada and Zac Manuel and follows the “emotional odyssey” of the pop star’s first ever world tour.It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Saturday night, but its star was asked to hold off his entrance after a bomb threat was made.According to Variety, sources said that the threat was made as Lil Nas X arrived for the red carpet and premiere, and that he was specifically targeted for being Black and queer.After being delayed for 20 minutes, necessary checks were taken and the pop star joined the premiere and walked the red carpet as planned.“Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero is a triumphant ode to the extraordinary power of self-expression, music, and identity,” TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey said in a statement about the film.“In this groundbreaking documentary, we witness Lil Nas X challenging boundaries and reshaping the artistic landscape. The film’s captivating journey underscores the profound impact of Lil Nas X, who fearlessly brings audiences together through the universal language of music.

Lil Nas X’s documentary “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero” at the Toronto Film Festival on Saturday night was delayed after a bomb threat was called in targeting the artist. The gala screening was scheduled for a 10 p.m. start at Roy Thomson Hall, one of TIFF’s premier venues.

Almost six months after Jonathan Majors was arrested in New York City on domestic violence charges, the start of the Creed III actor’s trial on the matter was today pushed yet again.  

While Manchester basks in an early autumn heatwave, many holidaymakers will have already made plans to escape for guaranteed sunshine this week.

A family-run Dumfries business is calling it a day after not being able to find new owners.

It might be the start of a new school year today, but holidaymakers are still jetting off to soak up the last of the sunshine. If you are flying to your destination then it’s important to check the status of your flight on the day.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are preparing for a divorce, according to a new report.

Princess Andre has revealed her future career plans, after opening up about how she 'failed' some of her GCSE results last week. The 16-year-old daughter of Peter Andre and Katie Price previously live-streamed herself finding out that she had passed three out of seven of her GCSEs earlier this month.