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October 31st, 1963. The date of the most horrific night in Haddonfield, Illinois, history. The day Michael Myers escaped the asylum and became infamous with the holiday that is Halloween. I’ll never forget the first time I watched John Carpenter’s masterpiece 1978 horror film, Halloween, at far too young an age. The result? At 30 years old, Michael Myers is still the most terrifying silver-screen slasher to me – watching one of his countless appearances in media still invites nightmares of that white mask, Michael’s uncanny ability to be anywhere and everywhere at once, and his endless desire to kill. It’s…
Gamescom 2025 was officially the biggest and most diverse in show history, according to the association that organizes the annual event in Cologne, Germany. Bringing in nearly 400,000 visitors from more than 100 countries, with international participation at an all-time high and its digital reach breaking a new record, the association is calling it the most successful show yet. Having spent a week in Cologne to cover the show for Game Informer, it was both one of the most exhausting and exciting weeks of my career. I played so many amazing games, spoke to just as many interesting devs, and ultimately,…
A long-dormant franchise often faces the challenge of either appealing to existing fans or trying to capture a new audience. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance masterfully walks the revival tightrope of creating an experience that appeals to fans old and new, delivering a precision-driven action/platformer that deserves to be mentioned among the best of the last several years.Lord Ruse, a steel-willed menace who heads the militaristic organization ENE Corp, has obtained a legendary artifact that grants him the power to achieve his goal of world domination. After Ruse invades the Oboro Clan’s village, Joe Musashi embarks on a globe-trotting quest for…
Zutec, a pioneer in Construction and Property Tech solutions across the UK and Ireland, alongside its sister company DFM Systems, Ireland’s most trusted provider of digital safety files and building manuals, have officially launched their joint flagship office in Dublin. The opening of this flagship location represents a significant milestone in the integration of the two businesses and reinforces their long-term commitment to Ireland. This strategic investment highlights their ambition to deepen local partnerships and drive growth across construction, residential, and asset management sectors. Serving as a centre for innovation and collaboration, the Dublin office brings together specialist teams from…
Tech founder Dan Herbatschek today unveiled a major advancement to Erdos Tracks, the platform designed specifically for contractors. The latest release adds real-time profit and loss (P&L) tracking powered by AI. The system now integrates every critical workflow—quoting, bidding, project oversight, dispatch, fleet, and analytics—while applying AI-driven job costing to deliver full transparency of financial performance. The enhanced release expands the system’s capabilities with AI-powered job costing and advanced analytics, giving contractors unmatched visibility into their operations and financial performance. Unlike traditional software that only captures job data in silos, Erdos Tracks covers the entire project lifecycle — from…
In today’s fast-paced work environment, especially in first-world countries like the UK, a home office setup is a vital strategy to achieve work-life balance. By working from home, individuals can often accomplish more in less time, sidestepping lengthy commutes. However, to maintain high productivity levels, a reliable power backup is indispensable. Power outages can strike unexpectedly, jeopardising work progress and causing significant disruptions. Whether due to severe weather, grid maintenance, or other unforeseen issues, having a backup power solution is crucial to keep essential devices operational. Fortunately, Jackery steps in with portable power stations (UK) as lifesaving power solutions during outages.…
Coming off the popular Final Fantasy collaboration, Wizards of the Coast announced its next gaming collaboration. Sonic the Hedgehog is coming to the world of Magic: The Gathering with new Secret Lair drops inspired by Sega’s enduring franchise. Game Informer can exclusively reveal the Secret Lair x Sonic: Chasing Adventure drop.Chasing Adventure reimagines seven Magic: The Gathering cards through the lens of Sonic. Sol Ring is reimagined with the art of Sonic, while Shadow appears on Deadly Dispute, Tails on Fabricate, Amy on Open the Armory, and Knuckles on Unexpected Windfall. You can see all seven cards from the Magic:…
Apple recently released the iOS 26 Beta 2 update for iPhone with several new improvements and bug fixes in tow. However, the update is said to have included more than just performance tweaks. According to a report, code within the update contains a reference to the screen resolution of an unreleased iPhone model believed to be the iPhone 17 Air. This new device is expected to slot between the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max in Apple’s upcoming lineup.iPhone 17 Air Screen ResolutionAccording to a 9to5Mac report, the iOS 26 Beta 2 update includes a new asset for the…
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on property sales is a looming threat for landlords, often eroding profits from years of rental income. With rates as high as 28% on residential property gains in the UK, many investors dread the post-sale tax bill. However, a subset of landlords has mastered legal strategies to reduce—or even eliminate—their CGT liability. While critics label these methods as aggressive, they operate within the bounds of tax law, exploiting reliefs, allowances, and structural loopholes. Here, we unravel the tactics that could shield landlords from CGT and why HMRC is quietly cracking down. 1. Primary Private Residence Relief…
The energy sector is a vital cog in the global economy, and with it comes an increasing threat of cyberattacks. From disrupting production to compromising sensitive financial data, cybersecurity vulnerabilities can have severe repercussions for both individual oil companies and global markets. Gaurav Srivastava, a prominent figure in the oil and petroleum industry, has been at the forefront of addressing these threats with his innovative approaches and strategic foresight. As someone deeply engaged with the petrodollar system’s role in global finance and monetary policy, Gaurav understands how interconnected global economic systems are to the security of the oil sector. “The vulnerabilities are not…