PlayStation Plus’ Latest Free Game Has ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ Steam Reviews Summary September’s PlayStation Plus lineup includes Psychonauts 2, Stardew Valley and Viewfinder — all free to claim for subscribers. The write-up singles out Psychonauts 2 (Double Fine Productions, 2021) as particularly worth adding to your library thanks to its vibrant levels, psychic powers and strong […]
LETTER: Casinos and local governments have this in common Summary The letter compares the behaviour of big casino corporations to that of some local governments, arguing both increasingly ignore the working and middle classes. The writer criticises recent Las Vegas advertising as cosmetic and says casinos now cater primarily to high rollers while levying steep […]
Russia uses priests and bots to sway election, says Moldovan president Summary The Moldovan president has accused Russia of mounting a coordinated influence campaign ahead of national elections, using a mix of Orthodox priests and automated social media accounts to favour pro‑Russian candidates and shape public opinion. The allegation highlights an intertwining of religious influence […]
ECB rate cuts at ‘or very close to’ end, says Austria’s central bank governor Summary Austria’s central bank governor said the European Central Bank’s recent cycle of interest-rate cuts is “at or very close to” its end. His remarks suggest policymakers see limited room for further easing after this year’s reductions and that future moves […]
Spanish airport owner accuses Ryanair of ‘lies’ over flight cuts Summary Spain’s airports operator has publicly accused Ryanair of lying about the reasons for planned flight reductions, setting up a high-profile dispute between a major low-cost carrier and the country’s airport owner. The row centres on contrasting accounts of demand and capacity decisions, with potential […]
How Emmanuel Macron’s France became Europe’s fiscal problem child Summary The Financial Times piece traces how France, under Emmanuel Macron, moved from being a comparatively stable eurozone economy to a standout fiscal concern for Europe. It argues that a mix of sustained high public spending, politically difficult reform choices, tax cuts and weaker-than-expected savings measures […]
French companies’ borrowing costs fall below government’s as debt fears intensify Summary The Financial Times reports that borrowing costs for some French companies have dipped below those for French government debt, signalling growing investor concern about the state’s fiscal position. The unusual move reflects intensified fears over public debt and political uncertainty, prompting a re-pricing […]
Caesars New Orleans is the Spot for the Next RGPS Grand Prix Series Summary The RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) Grand Prix lands at Caesars New Orleans from 25 September to 5 October. The festival features 17 ring events, headlined by an $800 Main Event with a $200,000 guarantee beginning 3 October. The series opens with […]
Borderlands 4 is now live, vault hunters Summary Borderlands 4 launches worldwide today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam and Epic). The Nintendo Switch 2 edition arrives on 3 October 2025. Gearbox and 2K return to the franchise with a sprawling new world — Kairos — where players battle the Timekeeper and […]
How chatbots are changing the internet Summary Chatbots and large language models are shifting how people find and consume information online. Rather than clicking through search results and many web pages, users increasingly receive concise, conversational answers from AI assistants embedded in search engines, apps and platforms. This alters traffic patterns, advertising economics and the […]
