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This Easter, get ready to see the Last Supper on the big screen as The Chosen Season 5 comes to theaters.

The March 11 Call of Duty update buffs the D1.3 Sector in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, and makes a few other crucial weapon balancing changes.

A Japanese streamer has died after being stabbed multiple times while IRL streaming to over 6,000 people in Tokyo.

Experts have issued a warning over a viral trend that sees TikTokers eating biodegradable packing peanuts.

THE world’s largest carmarker has scrapped a “problematic” high-tech feature from all its motors.

Volkswagen is set to reintroduce physical buttons to their cars in a move away from the usual touchscreen.

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Touchscreens and haptic sliders have been the norm for several years now as manufacturers have tried to make cars feel more high-tech.

However, they have proved problematic and potentially dangerous, so Volkswagen is set to eliminate them soon.

It comes after users complained that functions like radio volume, heater controls, navigation, and more have been difficult to perform on the move via touchscreen.

The new change is set to be a very welcome addition for motorists.

It will make controlling essentials such as heating much easier for the driver and front passenger.

Design chief Andreas Mindt told Autocar the firm it is committed to reintroducing physical buttons.

He said: “From the ID 2all onwards, we will have physical buttons for the five most important functions – the volume, the heating on each side of the car, the fans and the hazard light – below the screen.

“They will be in every car that we make from now on. We understood this.

“We will never, ever make this mistake any more. On the steering wheel, we will have physical buttons. No guessing any more.

“There’s feedback, it’s real, and people love this. Honestly, it’s a car. It’s not a phone: it’s a car.”

It comes after another major car brand discontinued its supermini in the UK after 10 years but has its replacement already lined up.

Mazda confirmed its Mazda 2 petrol motor can no longer be ordered brand new.

The motor landed on our roads in April 2015 and quickly earned praise for being fun to drive, and for its smart cabin and pace.

Despite two face-lifts in 2019 and 2023, which both added extra tech to the compact car, the car’s near ten-year run in UK sales has finally come to an end.

Only a “few hundred” examples are left in showrooms across the UK.

Meanwhile, Lexus has revealed it has discontinued its iconic LS saloon from the UK market after some 35 years.

Lexus‘ LS first arrived for British drivers in 1990 but had recently suffered from a sustained period of poor sales.

ndeed, just 39 of the hybrid V6-powered saloons have been purchased since 2020, of which just three were sold last year.

Following its axing, drivers in the UK looking for a Lexus saloon have just one choice left, the ES.

THE National Hunt Novices’ is the final race of the opening day of Cheltenham Festival.

We’ll bring you how every horse finished right here below, or check out Sun Racing’s Cheltenham live blog for the latest race updates.

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Full results and horse placing to follow…

Cheltenham Festival 2025 schedule in FULL

Tuesday, March 11 – Champion Day

1.20pm: Michael O’Sullivan Supreme Novices’ (WINNER: KOPEK DES BORDES)
2pm: My Pension Expert Arkle Novices’ Chase (WINNER: JANGO BAIE)
2.40pm: Ultima Handicap Chase (WINNER: MYRETOWN)
3.20pm: Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle (WINNER: LOSSIEMOUTH)
4pm: Unibet Champion Hurdle (WINNER: GOLDEN ACE)
4.40pm: Hallgarten And Novum Wines Juvenile Handicap Hurdle (WINNER: PUTURHANDSTOGETHER)
5.20pm: National Hunt Novices’ Chase

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Wednesday, March 12 – Style Wednesday

1.20pm: Turners Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1)
2pm: Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase
2.40pm: Coral Cup Hurdle (Premier Handicap)
3.20pm: Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase
4pm: BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase (Grade 1)
4.40pm: Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap)
5.20pm: Weatherbys Champion Bumper

Thursday, March 13 – St Patrick’s Thursday

1.20pm: Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 2)
2pm: Jack Richards Novices’ Handicap Chase
2.40pm: Pertemps Network Final (Premier Handicap)
3.20pm: Ryanair Chase (Grade 1)
4pm: Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle (Grade 1)
4.40pm: TrustATrader Plate (Premier Handicap)
5.20pm: Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup

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Friday, March 14 – Gold Cup Day

1.20pm: JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1)
2pm: William Hill County Handicap Hurdle Race (Premier Handicap)
2.40pm: Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase (Grade 2)
3.20pm: Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1)
4pm: Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1)
4.40pm: St. James’s Place Festival Hunters Chase
5.20pm: Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

How to watch EVERY race at Cheltenham Festival 2025

In the UK, ITV1 will be providing FREE coverage of the first SIX races of each day at Cheltenham Festival this year.

Fans in the UK will be able to live stream ITV’s coverage for FREE via the ITVX app/website.

ITV’s broadcast of the event will begin at 12.45pm and end at 5pm each day.

Previously, ITV didn’t air the final two races of each day at Cheltenham, but this year, viewers are treated to an extra four races across the festival for absolutely NOTHING.

Racing TV is the only place to watch the Cheltenham Festival in its entirety, but you will be required to purchase a subscription to access the channel.

SunSport’s Cheltenham live blog will provide comprehensive coverage of EVERY race across the festival.

HOLLYWOOD megastar Michael Fassbender has declared who he wants to take over as James Bond – despite being in the running at one point himself. 

The Irish star, 47, has been one of the many names being bet on to take over as the new face of the 007 franchise, joining ranks including James Norton, Gangs of London’s Joe Cole, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Babygirl star Harris Dickinson. 

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Michael Fassbender has backed a hugely popular co-star to be Bond[/caption]

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Fassbender believes Regé-Jean Page could have what it takes to be the next Bond[/caption]

But rather than take up the mantle, Michael has revealed who he would like to take on the role while promoting his latest movie, Black Bag. 

“Well, I think Regé-Jean Page could be a frontrunner after this, to be honest,” he told US Weekly. 

“I think he’s fantastic. He’s got all the attributes. So, let’s wait and see.”

Regé-Jean Page is best known for his role as Duke Simon Bassett in the first season of Netflix smash hit Bridgerton, though he has later appeared in Dungeons and Dragons, The Grey Man and US legal series, For The People. 

After his first appearance in Bridgerton back in 2020, he was rumoured to be signed up for Bond when he made the sudden announcement he would not be returning for season two of the sexy period drama, despite being the first season’s lead. 

As well as Fassbender, Regé-Jean’s contention for the Bond role was backed up by Naomie Harris, who herself has been part of the 007 world as Miss Moneypenny. 

She starred in three of the Bond movies alongside Daniel Craig, who gave up his role with his final appearance in 2022’s No Time To Die. 

“I think Regé would be amazing,” she said. “I’d love Regé to be the next James Bond. But who knows? I don’t know what’s going to happen.”

The comments come shortly after it was revealed the Broccoli family have handed the reins of James Bond over to Amazon. 

It’s expected it will be at least another three years before the iconic spy returns to our screens, with no announcement made on who will take over Daniel Craig. 

Despite fears on what it could mean for the series – with worries the quintessentially British character could be made American or even female – insiders have since dispelled the rumours. 

An insider told the Mail on Sunday: “Amazon is committed to keeping the spirit of Bond alive and that means he has to be British or from the Commonwealth – and he has to be male.”

They added: “Jeff is a massive Bond fan and while he’s excited to see how Amazon can take the franchise forward there are certain things which are sacrosanct.” 

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Regé and Fassbender star together in new movie, Black Bag[/caption]

CELEBRITY SAS: Who Dares Wins has been pulled back from the brink after Channel 4 bosses made a last-minute decision to keep the show alive — despite plans to quietly axe the hit series.

The brutal reality show, which pushes celebs to their limits in gruelling military-style challenges, was set to be cut from the schedule.

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Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins’ Rudy Reyes, Chris Oliver, Billy Billingham, Jason Fox[/caption]

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But after seeing footage of the upcoming series, execs couldn’t let it go.

A TV insider revealed: “Channel 4 never officially announced that Celebrity SAS had been dropped, but behind closed doors, they had decided not to bring it back — at least for the time being. 

“It’s an expensive show to make, as far as reality shows go, and budgets have been tightened.”

The most recent series of the SAS: Who Dares Wins celebrity spin-off was completed by Love Island star Georgia Harrison and boxer Lani Daniels.

Another installment, due to air this year, has already been made.

The source added: “They filmed a series in 2024, which will air later in 2025, and that was quietly considered to be the last one they would make.

“However, it’s a beloved franchise and they have had a last-minute change of heart after doing the edit for the unaired series that’s in the can.”

Now, the show’s future is back on track, with the next course to be filmed later this year and air in 2026. 

Casting talks are already underway to find the next batch of brave celebs willing to face freezing water submersions, terrifying heights, and relentless shouting from the show’s no-nonsense directing staff.

The next instalment promises to be as intense as ever, with contestants pushed to their physical and emotional limits in some of the toughest challenges on TV.

And sources have told The Sun bosses are already in talks with famous faces for the 2026 celebrity series.

The Sun previously revealed N-Dubz star Fazer was in talks to appear on the show.

A telly insider told us: “Fazer is really keen to have a go on SAS: Who Dares Wins and has had some promising conversations so far.

“There’s no denying the popularity of N-Dubz and Tulisa‘s recent appearance on I’m a Celebrity proves that.

“Fazer joining the line-up would be good for both him and the show and it’s lookling like a done deal at the moment.”

Tulisa, Fazer and bandmate Dappy reunited in 2022 after a hiatus of more than a decade and hit the road a year later for a sell-out arena tour.

A representative for Celeb SAS has been contacted for comment.

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LUKE LITTLER has expanded his shop to include items for dogs.

The darts sensation, 18, is currently on a stunning 18-match win streak after clinching the UK Open, Premier League night five and Belgian Open titles.

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And while he is busy hitting a stunning nine-darter at the fifth Players Championship event of the year today, his official shop has been branching out.

The online “Luke Littler Store” sells clothing, darts equipment, accessories and signed merchandise to fans.

And they have a bizarre new product in store… dog bandannas.

Littler superfans can get their pet kitted out in either purple or yellow headgear with “The Nuke” written on it for £13.

The product contains an adjustable strap to ensure it fits dogs of all different shapes and sizes.

There is also a pet feeding mat available in the same colours for £15.

Fans love the new items, with one saying: “Defo getting one.”

Another added: “Gotta get that bread.”

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A third wrote: “Please bring out a full dog range.”

Littler comes from an animal-loving family and has a French bulldog named Nala.

She posed with his World Championship trophy after he beat Michael Van Gerwen at Ally Pally earlier this year.

THE voice of the Tube has spoken of her devastation, after her iconic announcements were replaced with AI.

Elinor Hamilton, 46, whose recordings have been used on the London Underground for over 20 years, said the birth of the technology was ruining the capital’s vibrant culture.

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Transport for London confirmed an AI voice had been implemented at Colindale station[/caption]

Transport for London (TfL) confirmed last week that it had implemented AI for tannoy announcements at Colindale station on the Northern Line.

Bosses admitted they were using a “text-to-speech voice provided by Zentiel”, in response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request submitted by the Metro.

This was brought in amid a redevelopment of the station – set to be completed later this year.

TfL has clarified that Elinor’s voice will return to Colindale once the project has finished.

Elinor told the Metro: “It makes me quite sad they are using an AI voice.

“To use computer voices almost takes away the job of travelling in London. It brings me joy to think these are people.

“It is the difference between going down a nice cobbled high street and going to a retail park outside a city”

The voiceover artist added that advancements in AI would eventually “chip away” at the “fabric of London” – and that society would only notice once it was too late.

Elinor’s soundbites were first recorded in 2005 for the Northern, Jubilee and Piccadilly lines – but later adopted across Tube stations in London.

She has also supplied similar recordings for other stations and rail operators across the UK – including South Western Railway.

Remarkably, somebody else in Elinor’s family also had the same niche job.

Her late husband, Phil Sayer, was the voice behind the famous “Mind the Gap” message heard across Underground stations.

After landing the quirky job, radio presenter Phil recommended his wife Elinor for station announcements.

Despite his death in 2016, Phil’s voice continues to be used by TfL.

However, Elinor admitted she was terrified her beloved husband’s voice might one day be axed.

The mum-of-two said she still liked to record Phil’s announcements whenever she heard them – to show her sons that he was “still around”.

She added that she would “kick off” if they were ever removed.

In the FOI response, a TfL spokesman said: “Once the station re-opens fully in late 2025, the regular station management system and London Underground station voice announcements will be used.

“No decision has been taken yet on the permanent female voice we intend to use on the refurbished Bakerloo and Central line trains.”

The Sun has contacted TfL for further comment.

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