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Today in the World Countries
- Hamilton Lavity Stoutt Holiday is being celebrated in British Virgin Islands
- James Ronald Webster Day is being celebrated in Anguilla
- Labour Day (WA) is being celebrated in Australia
- Liberation Day Holiday is being celebrated in Bulgaria
- Martyrs' Day Holiday is being celebrated in Malawi
- People born on this day are Pisces as their zodiac sign.
Today in History
On this day in 2023
- EVENTS
- American bass player Michael Rhodes died of pancreatic cancer age 69. He was best known for his session work and touring in support of other artists including Steve Winwood, Larry Carlton, the Dixie Chicks, Reba McEntire, Rosanne Cash, Vince Gill, J.J. Cale, Dolly Parton, Randy Travis, Faith Hill, Toby Keith, and Kenny Chesney. He was also an active sideman in recordings and touring of Joe Bonamassa..
- Historic High Seas Treaty agreed by nations at the UN, aiming to place 30% of the seas into protected areas by 2030,1st international ocean protection agreement for 40 years.
- BIRTHS
- Muna Ghimire Sharma, TikTok Star, born in Nepal.
- Muriuki Kagiri, Blogger, born in Nairobi, Kenya.
- DEATHS
- Christos Zanteroglou, Greek soccer defender (13 caps; Olympiacos, Egaleo), who died at 82.
- TV SERIES
- Chris Rock: Selective Outrage is released. The second Netflix stand-up special for comedian Chris Rock is Netflix's first live-streamed show and features a pre-show hosted by Ronny Chieng and an aftershow hosted by Dana Carvey and David Spade after Rock's set.
On this day in 2022
- EVENTS
- Four-ton rocket debris crashes into the far side of the moon, unconfirmed booster from China's Chang'e 5-T1 mission in first unintentional collision with the moon.
- DEATHS
- Scott Murray, Instagram Star.
- Shane Warne, Cricket Player.
- Maryan Wisniewski, French soccer striker (33 caps; Lens, Sampdoria, Saint-Étienne, Sochaux, Grenoble), who died at 85.
- MOVIES: NOT RATED
- Lucy and Desi is released. Lucy and Desi explores the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of one of the most prolific power couples in entertainment history. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz risked everything to be together. Their love for each other led to the most influential show in the history of television, I Love Lucy. Desi – an immigrant from Cuba who lost everything in exile, became a band leader, and eventually a brilliant producer and technical pioneer. Lucille came from nothing and, with an unrivaled work ethic, built a career as a model, chorus girl and eventually as an actor in the studio system. She found her calling in comedy, first in radio. When Lucille was finally granted the opportunity to have her own television show, she insisted that her real-life spouse, Desi, be cast as her husband. Defying the odds, they re-invented the medium, on the screen and behind the cameras. The foundation of I Love Lucy was the constant rupture and repair of unconditional love. What Lucy and Desi couldn’t make work with each other, they gave to the rest of the world. Lucy and Desi is an insightful and intimate peek behind the curtain of these two remarkable trailblazers – featuring interviews with Lucie Arnaz Luckinbill, Norman Lear, Desi Arnaz Jr, Carol Burnett and Bette Midler.
- Mother Schmuckers is released. Issachar and Zabulon, two brothers in their twenties, are supremely stupid and never bored, as madness is part of their daily lives. When they lose their mother's beloved dog, they have 24 hours to find it - or she will kick them out.
- Dear Mr. Brody is released. When 21-year-old hippie-millionaire Michael Brody Jr. decided to give away his fortune to anyone in need, he ignited a psychedelic spiral of events. An instant celebrity, Brody was mobbed by the public, scrutinized by the press, and overwhelmed by the crush of personal letters responding to his extraordinary offer. Fifty years later, an enormous cache of these letters are discovered—unopened.
- MOVIES: PG
- After Yang is released. When his young daughter's beloved companion — an android named Yang — malfunctions, Jake (Colin Farrell) searches for a way to repair him. In the process, Jake discovers the life that has been passing in front of him, reconnecting with his wife (Jodie Turner-Smith) and daughter across a distance he didn't know was there.
- MOVIES: PG13
- The Batman is released. Batman ventures into Gotham City's underworld when a sadistic killer leaves behind a trail of cryptic clues. As the evidence begins to lead closer to home and the scale of the perpetrator's plans become clear, he must forge new relationships, unmask the culprit and bring justice to the abuse of power and corruption that has long plagued the metropolis.
- MOVIES: R
- Fresh is released. Frustrated by scrolling dating apps only to end up on lame, tedious dates, Noa (Daisy Edgar-Jones) takes a chance by giving her number to the awkwardly charming Steve (Sebastian Stan) after a produce-section meet-cute at the grocery store. During a subsequent date at a local bar, sassy banter gives way to a chemistry-laden hookup, and a smitten Noa dares to hope that she might have actually found a real connection with the dashing cosmetic surgeon. She accepts Steve’s invitation to an impromptu weekend getaway, only to find that her new paramour has been hiding some unusual appetites. [Sundance]
- Huda's Salon is released. Reem, a young mother married to a jealous man, goes to Huda’s salon in Bethlehem. But this ordinary visit turns sour when Huda, after having put Reem in a shameful situation, blackmails her to have her work for the secret service of the occupiers, and thus betray her people.
- MOVIES: UNRATED
- Great Freedom is released. In post-war Germany, liberation by the Allies does not mean freedom for everyone. Hans is imprisoned again and again under Paragraph 175, a law criminalizing homosexuality. Over the course of decades, he develops an unlikely yet tender bond with his cellmate Viktor, a convicted murderer.
- TV SERIES
- The Boys Presents: Diabolical: Season 1 is released. The animated anthology spinoff of The Boys features short (less than 15 minutes) stories written by Awkwafina, Garth Ennis, Ilana Glazer, Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen, Justin Roiland, Andy Samberg, and Aisha Tyler.
- Pieces of Her: Season 1 is released. After 30-year-old Andy Oliver (Bella Heathcote) and her mother Laura (Toni Collette) are involved in a violent incident in their small Georgia town, Andy searches for answers in this adaptation of Karin Slaughter's book of the same name.
- ALBUMS
- PAINLESS was released by Nilüfer Yanya. London-based singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya worked with Wilma Archer, Jazzi Bobbi, Bullion, and Andrew Sarlo for her second full-length release.
- Things Are Great was released by Band of Horses. The first full-length studio release in five years for the Ben Bridwell-led band Band Of Horses.
- Topical Dancer was released by Charlotte Adigéry. The debut full-length release for Belgian electro-pop duo Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul was co-produced by Soulwax.
- If My Wife New I'd Be Dead was released by CMAT. This is the debut full-length release for the Irish pop singer-songwriter Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson as CMAT.
- How Is It That I Should Look at the Stars was released by The Weather Station. The sixth full-length release for Canadian band The Weather Station was written at the same time as 2021's Ignorance.
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION 5
- Gran Turismo 7 for PlayStation 5 is released. From classic vehicles and tracks to the reintroduction of the legendary GT Simulation Mode – GT 7 brings together the best features from past installments of the series alongside the future. An even more realistic driving experience awaits thanks to haptic feedback, which brings to life what it’s like when the tires hit the road. PS5’s immersive 3D audio allows players to sense the position of other cars and drivers around them.
- GAMING: SWITCH
- Triangle Strategy for Switch is released. Three nations battle for control of the dwindling resources of salt and iron. Command a group of warriors as Serenoa, heir of House Wolffort, in a tangled plot where your decisions make all the difference. Key choices you make will bolster one of three convictionsUtility, Morality, Libertywhich together make up Serenoa's world view and influence how the story will unfold. When faced with truly momentous decisions, multiple characters will weigh in by casting their votes on the Scales of Conviction. In these moments, the allies and decisions you make can determine the fate of whole nations and the continent of Norzelia itself. Control multi-tiered battlefields to strategically secure victoryFinding the best location in turn-based battles can tip the tide of combat in your favor. Position units on higher ground to take control of the battlefield and gain the advantage with increased range. You can also flank enemies on both sides, then strike from behind for a powerful follow-up attack. Elemental chain reactions are also an important part of combat. For example, use fire to melt icy terrain, then use lightning to electrocute it. Push the enemy into the electrified water to see sparks fly!
On this day in 2021
- EVENTS
- Procol Harum’s former bassist Alan Cartwright died aged 75. He was part of the band’s line-up between 1971 and 1976, playing on four albums including their ground-breaking 1972 release Live With The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra..
- DEATHS
- Mark Pavelich, American NHL forward (Olympic gold 1980 'Miracle on Ice'; NY Rangers, Minnesota North Stars, San Jose Sharks), who died at 63.
- Walter Gretzky, Family Member.
- MOVIES: PG
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run is released. After SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary is snail-napped, he and Patrick embark on an epic adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City to bring Gary home. As they navigate the delights and dangers on this perilous and hilarious rescue mission, SpongeBob and his pals prove there’s nothing stronger than the power of friendship.
- TV SERIES
- The Real World Homecoming: Season 1 is released. The original New York cast from the show's first season in 1992 are reunited in the new Paramount+ series.
- GAMING: PC
- The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante for PC is released. A narrative-driven RPG set in a gritty world where a person's Lot is determined at birth, while the gods are real and preside over the fates of men. Set out on a lifelong journey and carve out your own destiny. Will you become a judge, an inquisitor, or conspire against the old order? You decide!
- The Climb 2 for PC is released. The Climb brings alive the excitement and thrill of rock climbing in incredible virtual reality. Players will scale new heights and explore stunning environments in a new gaming experience developed exclusively for VR, using the power of CRYENGINE™. [Oculus Quest 2]
- Loop Hero for PC is released. The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION 5
- Mortal Shell: Enhanced Edition for PlayStation 5 is released. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Your adversaries spare no mercy, with survival demanding superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes. Possess Lost WarriorsThe dead litter this tattered landscape, but not all are without hope. The lost remains of defeated warriors are yours to discover. Awaken these Mortal Shells, occupy their bodies and significantly open your understanding to diverse masteries of combat.Face Haunting FoesYour path is guarded by desperate adversaries, devoted to inscrutable gods. Behold creatures both pitiable and grotesque, but do not let fear halt your journey. Muster your courage and face them down. Iron Sharpens IronCombat is strategic and deliberate. You must commit your sword only when an opportunity opens. Calculate your parries to unleash devastating counterblows. Temporarily entomb your Mortal Shell in stone to block attacks, or play aggressive and use your stone-form to add brutal weight to your own sword swings.
- GAMING: SWITCH
- Mail Mole for Switch is released. Mail Mole is a charming 3D platformer featuring Molty, the fastest delivery mole, in his quest to save Carrotland from disaster!Explore magical worlds, from the calm beaches of Coconut Islands to the freezing heights of Yeti Ridge, make new friends, race against unusual mech-rivals, solve puzzles and find all of the delicious collectibles scattered around Carrotland, as Molty (the mail mole!) embarks on an adventure to make his most important delivery yet... before it's too late!Running through the underground, climbing walls and soaring the skies, there's no place our hero can't reach! Traveling with Cannon Lines, Molty will take on the most demanding and varied platforming challenges to reach Carrotland's furthest and oldest Mailboxes: endless pits, giant boulders, steep slopes, bouncing platforms, sharp spikes..... tough roads! But when the power is out, you can't send an e-mail!
- Sea of Solitude: The Director's Cut for Switch is released. Sea of Solitude: The Director’s Cut is an improved version of the original experience offered by Jo-Mei in 2019, with a set of new features and enhancements designed specifically for the Nintendo Switch. The dialogue has been rewritten with the help of award-winning author Stephen Bell and a new cast of actors have re-recorded all the game’s dialogue to provide a fully dubbed experience in French, English, Spanish, Japanese and German*.
- Gnosia for Switch is released. The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time... The crew of a drifting spaceship, facing off against a mysterious and deadly threat known as the “Gnosia” and having no idea who among them is really the enemy, formulate a desperate plan for survival. The most suspicious among them will be put into “cold sleep” one by one, in an effort to rid the ship of Gnosia.Gnosia is a Sci-Fi Social Deduction RPG in which you will engage in discussion with a variety of unique characters, with the aim of identifying the Gnosia among the group. Players will have to use what information they can gather during the discussions to ascertain whom they think is Gnosia and then vote to put them into cold sleep. As you progress, your abilities will improve - but so will those of the crew.As the numbers of crew members, Gnosia, and various “roles” increase, it will become increasingly difficult to determine who is telling the truth. Work in collaboration with or against other crew members to ensure your survival until the end.·Repeatedly play through “loops”, triggering special events to unravel mysteries in a uniquely original narrative. Certain events will unlock new commands for you to use during discussions.·Step into a variety of roles to develop different character builds. Your stats will determine how effectively you can sway the group’s opinion or lie, and will also affect your likelihood of being selected for cold sleep.·Engage with an engrossing and eclectic cast of characters and experience randomly triggered events, each one unique to its subject. Character events will reveal information about your crewmates in the form of special “Notes”.
- Everhood for Switch is released. An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.
- SPORTS
- Chris Schultz, Canadian football offensive tackle (NFL Dallas Cowboys; CFL All Star 1987,88; Toronto Argonauts) and sportscaster (The Sports Network), who died from a heart attack at 61.
On this day in 2020
- EVENTS
- American singer, Barbara Martin died age 76. She is best known as one of the original members of Motown group The Supremes. She left the group in spring 1962..
- " Once in a century" winter in Moscow the hottest in 140 years with average temperature 7.5 C (13.5 F) with virtually no snow.
- New study confirms human-caused climate change did make the 2020 Australian bushfire season worse, published by World Weather Attribution.
- DEATHS
- Javier Pérez De Cuéllar, Politician.
- Robert Shavlakadze, Georgian high jumper (Olympic gold high jump for Soviet Union 1960), who died at 86.
- Alan Cartwright, British rock bass player (Procol Harum,1972-77), who died at 75.
- MOVIES: NOT RATED
- Sorry We Missed You is released. Ricky, a former laborer, and his home-attendant wife Abby—who lost their home in the 2008 financial crash—are desperate to get out of their financial distress. When an opportunity comes up for Ricky to work as his own boss as a delivery driver, they sell their only asset, Abby’s car, to trade it in for a shiny new white van and the dream that Ricky can work his way up to someday owning his own delivery franchise. But the couple find their lives are quickly pushed further to the edge by an unrelenting work schedule, a ruthless supervisor and the needs of their two teenage children. [Zeitgeist Films]
- TV SERIES
- Twenties: Season 1 is released. Aspiring writer/PA Hattie (Jonica "JoJo"T. Gibbs), film executive Marie (Christina Elmore) and ex-child-star-turned-yoga-instructor Nia (Gabrielle Graham) balance work, love and friendship in Los Angeles in the comedy series from Lena Waithe.
- Dave: Season 1 is released. A twenty-year-old believes he is the best rapper alive, but his friends are not sold. Now, he must convince his friends and the world of his slick rhyme skills.
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION 4
- Separation for PlayStation 4 is released. Separation is a first-person adventure at its most ambient and atmospheric. A meditation on solitude, loss, and the spiritual path, Separation is a unique journey to a place of epic desolation. Featuring a sublime electronic soundtrack by Vector Lovers, Separation is the ultimate chill out trip.
- POLITICS
- Michael Bloomberg drops out of the US Democratic presidential race after a disappointing showing during Super Tuesday.
- Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announces all sport in Italy will be played behind closed doors for at least a month in an effort to contain COVID-19 pandemic.
On this day in 2019
- EVENTS
- Return of a lock of hair of Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II to Ethiopia announced by the National Army Museum in London.
- DEATHS
- Luke Perry, American actor (Beverly Hills 90210, Riverdale), who died after a stroke at 52.
- Ted Lindsay, Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame left wing (Art Ross Trophy 1950, NHL Players Association pioneer), who died at 93.
- Juan Corona, Mexican born American serial killer, who died in prison at 85.
- Keith Flint, English singer, musician and dancer (Prodigy), found dead after committing suicide at 49.
- King Kong Bundy [Christopher Pallies], American pro wrestler (WWF), who died at 61.
- Don Thomas, Race Car Driver.
- TV SERIES
- Fleabag: Season 2 is released. A priest (Andrew Scott) helps Fleabag change the ways she looks at the world in the second season of the comedy from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
- POLITICS
- Canadian minister Jane Philpott resigns in protest at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's and the governement's handling of scandal involving bribes from engineering firm SNC-Lavalin.
- US Democrats announce a wide-ranging corruption investigation into President Donald Trump.
On this day in 2018
- EVENTS
- Italian General Election has no clear winner, populist party 5-Star led by Luigi Di Maio wins most votes with 32%.
- Former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia Skripal are poisoned by nerve agent in Salisbury, England.
- World's worst listeria outbreak suspected of killing 180 tracked to processed meat factory in Polokwane, South Africa.
- DEATHS
- Javed Abidi, Indian disability rights activist, director (NCPEDP), and founder of the Disability Rights Group, who died of a chest infection at 53.
- SPORTS
- Davide Astori, Italian footballer (Milan), who died from cardiac arrest at 31.
On this day in 2017
- DEATHS
- Clayton Yeutter, American trade negotiator and Republican National chairman, who died at 86.
- Mother Divine [Edna Rose Ritchings], American cult leader of the International Peace Mission Movement, who died at 91.
- Valerie Carter, American folk-rock singer-songwriter, and session vocalist, who died of a heart attack at 64.
On this day in 2016
- WEDDINGS
- Media mogul Rupert Murdoch at the age of 84 and model Jerry Hall at the age of 59 marry in a private civil ceremony at Spencer House in London.
- DEATHS
- Pat Conroy, American writer (The Great Santini, Prince of Tides), who died at 70.
- Bankroll Fresh, Rapper.
- Zhou Xiaoyan, Chinese operatic soprano and pedagogue (Shanghai Conservatory,1949-65 and 1970-78), who died at 98.
- MOVIES: NOT RATED
- Cemetery of Splendor is released. Soldiers with a mysterious sleeping sickness are transferred to a temporary clinic in a former school. The memory-filled space becomes a revelatory world for housewife and volunteer Jenjira, as she watches over Itt, a handsome soldier with no family visitors. Jen befriends young medium Keng who uses her psychic powers to help loved ones communicate with the comatose men. Doctors explore ways, including coloured light therapy, to ease the mens’ troubled dreams. Jen discovers Itt’s cryptic notebook of strange writings and blueprint sketches. There may be a connection between the soldiers’ enigmatic syndrome and the mythic ancient site that lies beneath the clinic. Magic, healing, romance and dreams are all part of Jen’s tender path to a deeper awareness of herself and the world around her.
- Colliding Dreams is released. Colliding Dreams recounts the dramatic history of one of the most controversial, and urgently relevant political ideologies of the modern era. The century-old conflict in the Middle East continues to play a central role in world politics. And yet, amidst this fierce, often-lethal controversy, the Zionist idea of a homeland for Jews in the land of ancient Israel remains little understood and its meanings often distorted. Colliding Dreams addresses that void with a gripping exploration of Zionism’s meaning, history and future.
- Emelie is released. As their parents head out for a date in the city, the three young Thompson children – Jacob, Christopher, and Sally – immediately take to their new babysitter Anna (Sarah Bolger), who seems like a dream come true: she’s sweet, fun, and lets them do things that break all of their parents’ rules. But as the night creeps along and Anna’s interactions with them take on a more sinister tone, the kids slowly realize that their caretaker may not be who she claims to be. Soon it’s up to big brother Jacob to protect his siblings from the increasingly nefarious intentions of a very disturbed woman whose weapon is trust, and whose target is innocence. [Dark Sky Films]
- The Wave is released. Nestled in Norway's Sunnmøre region, Geiranger is one of the most spectacular tourist draws on the planet. With the mountain Åkerneset overlooking the village — and constantly threatening to collapse into the fjord — it is also a place where cataclysm could strike at any moment. After putting in several years at Geiranger's warning center, geologist Kristian (Kristoffer Joner) is moving on to a prestigious gig with an oil company. But the very day he's about to drive his family to their new life in the city, Kristian senses something isn't right. The substrata are shifting. No one wants to believe that this could be the big one, especially with tourist season at its peak, but when that mountain begins to crumble, every soul in Geiranger has ten minutes to get to high ground before a tsunami hits, consuming everything in its path.
- Trapped is released. Since 2010,288 laws regulating abortion providers have been passed by state legislatures. In total,44 states and the District of Columbia have measures subjecting abortion providers to legal restrictions not imposed on other medical professionals. Unable to comply with these far-reaching and medically unnecessary laws, clinics have taken their fight to the courts. As the U.S. Supreme Court decides in 2016 whether individual states may essentially outlaw abortion (Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt), Trapped follows clinic workers and lawyers who are on the front lines of the battle to keep abortion safe and legal for millions of American women.
- MOVIES: PG
- Zootopia is released. The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid Tundratown, it’s a melting pot where animals from every environment live together—a place where no matter what you are, from the biggest elephant to the smallest shrew, you can be anything. But when optimistic Officer Judy Hopps arrives, she discovers that being the first bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case, even if it means partnering with a fast-talking, scam-artist fox, Nick Wilde, to solve the mystery. [Walt Disney Animation Studios]
- MOVIES: R
- Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is released. When reporter, Kim Baker’s (Tina Fey) life needs something more, she decides to ‘shake it all up’ by taking an assignment in a war zone. There, in the midst of chaos, she finds the strength she never knew she had. [Paramount Pictures]
- The Other Side of the Door is released. A family lives an idyllic existence abroad until a tragic accident takes the life of their young son. The inconsolable mother learns of an ancient ritual that will bring him back to say a final goodbye. She travels to an ancient temple, where a door serves as a mysterious portal between two worlds. But when she disobeys a sacred warning to never open that door, she upsets the balance between life and death.
- Knight of Cups is released. Knight of Cups follows writer Rick (Christian Bale) on an odyssey through the playgrounds of Los Angeles and Las Vegas as he undertakes a search for love and self. Even as he moves through a desire-laden landscape of mansions, resorts, beaches and clubs, Rick grapples over complicated relationships with his brother (Wes Bentley) and father (Brian Dennehy). His quest to break the spell of his disenchantment takes him on a series of adventures with six alluring women: rebellious Della (Imogen Poots); his physician ex-wife, Nancy (Cate Blanchett); a serene model Helen (Freida Pinto); a woman he wronged in the past Elizabeth (Natalie Portman); a spirited, playful stripper Karen (Teresa Palmer); and an innocent Isabel (Isabel Lucas), who helps him see a way forward. Rick moves in a daze through a strange and overwhelming dreamscape -- but can he wake up to the beauty, humanity and rhythms of life around him? The deeper he searches, the more the journey becomes his destination.
- London Has Fallen is released. In London for the Prime Minister's funeral, Mike Banning (Gerard Butler) discovers a plot to assassinate all the attending world leaders.
- Ava's Possessions is released. Ava Dopkins is recovering from demonic possession. With no memory of the past month, she is forced to attend a Spirit Possessions Anonymous support group. As she navigates this new world, Ava must reconnect with her friends, get her job back, and figure out whose blood created the huge stain in her apartment. Ava's life was hijacked by a demon, now it's time to get it back.
- TV SERIES
- House of Cards (2013): Season 4 is released. Neve Campbell, Colm Feore, and Joel Kinnaman join the cast of the political drama.
- ALBUMS
- Long Way Home was released by Låpsley. The debut full-length release for the British singer-songwriter features production by Rodaidh McDonald, Mura Masa and Paul O'Duffy.
- Heron Oblivion was released by Heron Oblivion. The debut full-length release for the psychedelic folk rock band formed by Meg Baird, Ethan Miller, Noel Von Harmonson, and Charlie Saufley was recorded by Eric Bauer in San Francisco.
- iii was released by Miike Snow. The third full-length release for the Swedish indie pop band features a guest appearance from Charli XCX.
- Emily's D+Evolution was released by Esperanza Spalding. The fifth full-length solo release for the multiple Grammy-winning artist is a concept album built around her muse named Emily (which is also her middle name) and was produced with Tony Visconti.
- Echtzeit was released by Qluster. A portion of the sixth full-length release for the experimental electronic trio was recorded in a church.
- Eraser Stargazer was released by Guerilla Toss. The latest full-length for the noise rock band from Boston was recorded over six weeks in upstate New York.
- Forever Sounds was released by Wussy. The sixth full-length release for the Cincinnati indie rock band was produced by Jerri Queen and John Hoffman.
- Full Circle was released by Loretta Lynn. The first release in a dozen years for the country artist features guest appearances by Elvis Costello and Willie Nelson and was produced by John Carter Cash and her daughter, Patsy Lynn Russell.
- A Man Alive was released by Thao & the Get Down Stay Down. The fourth full-length release for the San Francisco-based band was produced by Merrill Garbus of tUnE-yArDs.
- Before A Million Universes was released by Big Ups. This is the second full-length release for the New York post-punk quartet.
- Arcology was released by Thug Entrancer. This the second full-length release for the Denver-based electronic producer Ryan McRyhew.
- Abbar El Hamada was released by Aziza Brahim. The third full-length release for the Barcelona-based Western Sahara singer-songwriter was produced by Chris Eckman.
- Distance Inbetween was released by The Coral. The first full-length release in six years for the British rock band features Paul Molloy on guitar (filling in for Lee Southall) was produced with Richard Turvey.
- Collegrove was released by 2 Chainz. The collaboration with Lil Wayne (due to contract issues was listed as a 2 Chainz album) includes two tracks from the earlier released mixtape Felt Like Cappin.
- The Rarity of Experience was released by Chris Forsyth & the Solar Motel Band. The second full-length release credited with the Solar Motel Band is a double album produced by Forsyth.
- We Can Do Anything was released by Violent Femmes. This is the first full-length studio release in 16 years for the band led by Gordon Gano and Brian Ritchie with Dresden Dolls' Brian Viglione taking over on drums from Victor de Lorenzo.
- Varmints was released by Anna Meredith. The debut electronic full-length release for the former composer-in-residence with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.
- United Crushers was released by Poliça. The third full-length release for the Minneapolis-based synthpop duo was produced by Ryan Olson.
- untitled unmastered. was released by Kendrick Lamar. The surprise release from the rapper features guest appearances from Bilal, Cee-Lo Green, Terrace Martin, Punch, Jay Rock, Thundercat and Anna Wise.
- Of Course You Are was released by Robert Pollard. The latest solo release from the Guided By Voices leader was produced by Nick Mitchell.
- Ouroboros was released by Ray LaMontagne. The sixth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced with Jim James of My Morning Jacket.
- Music For Listening To Music To was released by La Sera. The fourth full-length release for the indie rock band was produced by Ryan Adams.
- More Rain was released by M. Ward. The eighth solo release for the singer-songwriter features guest appearances from R.E.M.'s Peter Buck, Neko Case, k.d. lang, The Secret Sisters, and Joey Spampinato of NRBQ.
- Made in the Manor was released by Kano. The first release in six years for the British rapper features guest appearances from Damon Albarn, Giggs, JME, and Wiley.
- Xtreme Now was released by Prince Rama. The latest release from the Brooklyn-based sister duo is said to be inspired by a vision of a future where art and extreme sports come together.
- You Know Who You Are was released by Nada Surf. The eighth full-length release for the New York indie rock band was produced by Tom Beaujour.
- GAMING: PC
- Into the Stars for PC is released. Into the Stars is a single player open-world journey through a distant solar system. Take the role of Captain as you explore a massive star system in search of a new home for humanity. Outfit your ship, select your crew and set off on a journey where you must scavenge resources, shelter civilians and outrun a hostile alien force in order to survive.
- GAMING: WII U
- The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD for Wii U is released. A dark force, shrouded in twilight, has invaded the vast land of Hyrule. To restore light to the world, team up with the mysterious creature Midna and embrace the darkness to transform into a divine wolf. Fight through labyrinthine dungeons, survive puzzling traps in this legendary Zelda adventure. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess is set in a world bursting with life—but also shadow. A dark figure from the Twilight Realm has invaded the world of light. As Link, a farmhand turned cursed beast, join forces with the impish Midna and trusted (albeit unusual) allies to survive a quest that'll take you to the farthest corners of Hyrule and beyond… to the Twilight Realm. This emotional adventure is now on the Wii U console with improved visuals and controls—and new challenges. Choose Hero Mode to take 2x normal damage, or tap the Wolf Link amiibo figure to unlock the tough Cave of Shadows. [Nintendo.com]
- GAMING: XBOX ONE
- Ironcast for Xbox One is released. Ironcast is a game of steampunk mech combat, set in a fictional version of the Victorian Era. Inspired by science fiction writers such as H.G. Wells and Jules Verne, Ironcast is set in an exciting alternative history; a time when refined men and women in top hats and bonnets commanded gigantic walking war machines, laying waste to the enemies of the British Empire!
- Action Henk for Xbox One is released. Action Henk is a platform-racing game set in a beautifully crafted 3D toy box world, where a cast of classic action figure inspired characters compete to once and for all prove that Action Henk is the fastest of them all. The game challenges players to shave milliseconds off their times by running, jumping and butt-sliding with 5 playable characters across over 70 challenging levels in a game which revels in almost sonic speeds.
- POLITICS
- Ben Carson announces he is dropping out of the Republican presidential nomination race.
- P.A. Sangma, Indian politician (4th Chief Minister of Meghalaya), who died at 68.
On this day in 2015
- EVENTS
- Daryl Hall and John Oates were suing cereal maker Early Bird Foods & Co. over the company's use of the name Haulin' Oates for their maple syrup granola bars. The two musicians accused the Brooklyn-based firm of infringing on their trademark with the packet of cereal deliberately creating a phonetic play on the band's well-known name..
- BIRTHS
- Alaïa Costa-López, Instagram Star, born in Spain.
- MOVIES: NOT RATED
- The Lesson is released. In a small Bulgarian town, Nade is an honest, hard-working elementary school teacher struggling to keep her life together. Her unemployed, alcoholic husband has secretly spent their mortgage payments on booze, and now the bank is threatening to auction off the house where they live with their young daughter. The agency where she translates legal documents to English for extra cash is going under and unable to pay her what she's due, and a thief in her class has stolen the last few dollars out of her purse. With few options left, she solicits help from a local loan shark who is happy to give her what she needs at a steep price. With the reposession looming, Nade will resort to measures her former self, untouched by the realities of economic desperation and moral compromise, would have found depraved, as she makes one last extreme effort to secure the money she needs. [Film Movement]
- TV SERIES
- Broadchurch: Season 2 is released. The second season focuses on the trial for the murderer of 11-year-old Danny Latimer and its impact on the people in the town of Broadchurch.
- CSI: Cyber: Season 1 is released. The latest CSI spin-off focuses on Special Agent Avery Ryan (Patricia Arquette) and her fellow agents of the Cyber Crime Division of the FBI in Quantico.
- GAMING: PC
- Tormentum - Dark Sorrow for PC is released. Tormentum is a dark Point and Click adventure game. A nameless hero finds himself in a space between fantasy and nightmare. He does not recall his name or from whence he comes. Traversing strange lands, he struggles to discover the truth about the places around him, as well as about himself.
- GAMING: XBOX ONE
- Shiftlings for Xbox One is released. Rock Pocket Games' Shiftlings, a platform puzzler, which can be played both alone or with a friend, revolves around two Alien Twins who are attached to each other through a cable. In single player mode the player can switch the controls between the two aliens on top of switching the size of the two, while in co-op mode, each player controls one of the two twins. Switching size between the two characters is an important part of getting through the tricky puzzles. The smaller size enables higher jumps while the bigger Twin can't jump but instead is able to push boxes and can be used as a trampoline by the smaller counterpart. The Cable, that connects to two Twins, provides both challenges but also solutions to get the two through the puzzles and to the end goal of each level.
On this day in 2014
- EVENTS
- Chinese premier Li Keqiang declares war on pollution at the National People’s Congress.
- ALBUMS
- Axxa/Abraxas was released by Axxa/Abraxas. The debut solo studio full-length release for Georgia-based Ben Asbury was produced by Jarvis Taveniere.
- Eagulls was released by Eagulls. This is the debut full-length release for the Leeds post-punk band.
- Atlas was released by Real Estate. The third full-length release for the indie rock band was produced by Tom Schick and recorded at Wilco's studio in Chicago.
- Boy was released by Carla Bozulich. Described by Evangelista singer as her pop album, the first solo release in six years under her real name was co-produced with John Eichenseer.
- Field of Reeds was released by These New Puritans. The third full-length release for the British art rock band experiments with avant garde and classical music elements arranged with conductor André de Ridder and featuring guest appearances by Henry Lowther, Adrian Peacock, Elisa Rodrigues, and Michel van der Aa.
- Electric Balloon was released by Ava Luna. The second full-length release for Brooklyn-based band was recorded in upstate New York.
- English Oceans was released by Drive-By Truckers. Produced by David Barbe, the 10th studio release for the alt-country band features six songs written by Mike Cooley and takes over the microphone for one track.
- Guilty of Everything was released by Nothing. The debut full-length release for the Philadelphia band led by Domenic Palermo was produced by Jeff Zeigler.
- Holly was released by Nick Waterhouse. The second full-length solo release for the Los Angeles singer-songwriter was co-produced with Kevin Augunas.
- Joyland was released by Trust. This is the second release for the Canadian electronic pop now-solo project of Robert Alfons (Maya Postepski left to concentrate on her position as Austra's drummer).
- Louder was released by Lea Michele. The debut solo pop release for the Glee actress includes production from Chris Braide, Kuk Harrell, Anne Preven, John Shanks, and Stargate.
- Mastermind was released by Rick Ross. The sixth solo studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Big Sean, French Montana, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, Scarface, The Weeknd, and Kanye West.
- Tomorrow's Hits was released by The Men. The fifth full-length release for the Brooklyn five-piece was recorded over two days before 2013's New Moon was released.
- TV en Français was released by We Are Scientists. The fifth studio release for the indie rock duo Keith Murray and Chris Cain was produced by Chris Coady.
- Working Out was released by Arthur Beatrice. This is the self-produced debut release for the British quartet formed by Orlando Leopard and Elliot Barnes.
- The Soul of All Natural Things was released by Linda Perhacs. The first release in 44 years for the psychedelic folk singer was co-produced by Chris Price and Fernando Perdomo.
- The Unsemble was released by The Unsemble. The debut release for the trio formed by the Jesus Lizard's Duane Denison, Einsturzende Neubaten's Alexander Hacke, and Silver Jew's Brian Kotzur includes five improvised tracks.
- The Drop Beneath was released by Eternal Summers. The third full-lenght release for Virginia-based trio was produced by Doug Gillard.
- GAMING: PC
- The Walking Dead: Season Two Episode 2 - A House Divided for PC is released. Season Two continues the story that began in Season One. You are Clementine, a young survivor in a world gone to hell. The dead have risen to feast on the living, and the living cannot be trusted. The story you experience in The Walking Dead Season Two is driven by the choices that you make. Because of that, your story could be very different from someone else’s. If you played Season One and the DLC episode ‘400 Days’, the choices you made there will affect Season Two.
- Tower of Guns for PC is released. Tower of Guns is a fast paced first-person-shooter for the twitch gamer... with a few randomized elements to keep it fresh with each playthrough.
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION 3
- Master Reboot for PlayStation 3 is released. Imagine a world where death is no longer final, where precious memories are saved to enjoy forever, where your soul is immortal, welcome to the Soul Cloud.Upload your soul to our dedicated servers and relax knowing that a part of you will live on, for eternity. That favourite holiday, happy moments from your childhood, meeting that special someone for the first time. All these memories saved for your digital soul and your family to revisit again and again.
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION 4
- Awesomenauts Assemble! for PlayStation 4 is released. Awesomenauts Assemble! is an online arena game that has two teams of 3 players facing off in battle. The game plays as a classic 2D platformer, but contains all the modern trappings of the genre. Such as a diverse cast of classes, an extensive upgrade system and powerful turrets and creeps.
- Dead Nation: Apocalypse Edition for PlayStation 4 is released. Groan your way through the zombie apocalypse as hit arcade shooter Dead Nation shuffles onto PS4. Fight for your life alone or with a friend as Jack McReady or Scarlett Blake as you step onto the streets of a city overrunwith undead flesh-eaters. And, if you’re feeling really brave, take a walk down the Road of Devastation – a deadly experiment that pushes your survival skills to the absolute limit as you face hordes of zombies with no extra lives and no second chances. [Playstation.com]
- GAMING: PLAYSTATION VITA
- Hatsune Miku: Project Diva f for PlayStation Vita is released. Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F lets players join Hatsune Miku in an all-new rhythm video game featuring selections from her popular songs.
- GAMING: XBOX 360
- South Park: The Stick of Truth for Xbox 360 is released. South Park: The Game is an epic role-playing adventure that will allow the user to befriend Stan, Kyle, Cartman and Kenny and explore the quiet little mountain town like never before. From the perilous battlefields of the 4th-grade playground, a young hero will rise, destined to be South Park’s savior. From the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, comes an epic quest to become… cool. Introducing South Park: The Stick of Truth. For a thousand years, the battle has been waged. The sole reason humans and elves are locked in a never-ending war: The Stick of Truth. But the tides of war are soon to change as word of a new kid spreads throughout the land, his coming foretold by the stars. As the moving vans of prophecy drive away, your adventure begins. Arm yourself with weapons of legend to defeat crab-people, underpants gnomes, hippies, and other forces of evil. Discover the lost Stick of Truth and earn your place at the side of Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny as their new friend. Succeed, and you shall be South Park’s savior, cementing your social status in South Park Elementary. Fail, and you will forever be known… as a loser. [Ubisoft]
- GAMING: XBOX ONE
- Project Spark for Xbox One is released. Project Spark gives players the power to build, play, and share their very own games and worlds on the Xbox One.