English actor; rising star in film and TV.
The Bloody Scotland festival announces Frances Crawford as the first to win both the Debut Prize and the McIlvanney Prize in the event's history. Denise Mina lends support by handing a trophy, while a misstep with a second trophy prompts a green‑room moment before Crawford takes both prizes. The festival also reveals its packed weekend lineup of crime authors and events.
Zach Cregger has directed a Resident Evil story that stays faithful to survival-horror mechanics while injecting meta-commentary. Austin Abrams leads as a flawed courier drawn into a hospital-bound crisis, with strong performances and a playful, self-aware approach that aligns with his earlier hits like Barbarian and Weapons.
The 2026 Strictly Come Dancing line-up has been revealed, prompting debates about star power vs. new talent. Analysts note a shake-up in presenters and pros, with fans split over the cast’s appeal and the show’s lasting appeal amid budget concerns.