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WRC Confirms 2027 Calendar as Rally Scotland Marks Championship’s UK Return
The WRC 2027 calendar confirms Rally Scotland for 30 September–3 October, with 15 rounds, Rally US returning and new WRC27 regulations.
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Xbox Launches XP Entertainment Division as Minecraft Boss Takes New Role
Microsoft launches Xbox XP to bring films, TV, products and live experiences together as Kayleen Walters moves from Mojang and Maria Angelidou-Smith takes over Minecraft.
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Apple’s ‘Welcome Home’ Event Set for 13 October: New Apple TV and HomePod Expected
Apple’s ‘Welcome home’ launch is set for 13 October at 2pm UK time. A new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini and smart-home display are expected — but not confirmed.
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Google Maps Now Shows UK Petrol Prices — How to Find Cheaper Fuel
Google Maps has added near-real-time petrol and diesel prices across the UK. Find out how to compare nearby forecourts, how Fuel Finder works and what the £40 savings estimate means.
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Singapore GP Declared Heat Hazard as FIA Monitors Wildfire Haze Ahead of F1 Weekend
FIA declares a heat hazard for Singapore GP Sprint and race as Indonesian wildfire haze raises safety concerns. Racing remains on schedule.
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The Good Daughter Trailer Sets 12 November UK Launch on Sky and NOW
The Good Daughter, starring Rose Byrne, Meghann Fahy and Brendan Gleeson, launches on Sky and NOW in the UK on 12 November 2026.
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BMW iX4 Revealed With 514-Mile Range and UK Prices From £60,170
BMW’s iX4 electric SUV coupé arrives in the UK from £60,170, offering up to 514 miles of WLTP range and 400kW peak charging on the 50 xDrive.
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Google Launches Playground: AI Can Now Create Playable Games From Text Prompts
Google Playground turns text prompts into playable games, with US-only phased creation access, multiplayer features and more powerful Unity Spark tools to come.
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Roku Survey: Ad-Supported Streaming Makes Up 52% of UK Streamers’ Viewing
Roku’s UK VOD Evolution survey estimates that ad-supported streaming represents 52% of television viewing among surveyed UK streamers.
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BBC and Channel 4 Explore Major Broadcasting Tie-Up — What It Could Mean for UK Viewers
The BBC and Channel 4 are reportedly considering a commercial tie-up involving UKTV, E4, Film4 and streaming. No deal has been agreed — here’s what UK viewers should know.