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Cinema

Christophe Gans on Return To Silent Hill: ‘A big piece of Romanticism’

"My sincerity is the thing that I put on the table. But for sure, some people will be shocked by some of the choices that I have made." Euronews Culture sits down with French filmmaker Christophe Gans, who returns to the world of Silent Hill, 20 years since his first trip to the nightmarish town.

Health news

Social media may not be harming teenagers’ mental health, study finds

Heavier use of social media and video games does not in itself worsen teenagers’ mental health, despite widespread concerns, a new study has found.

Destinations

Why gamers are travelling to real-life video game locations

From Paris to Tokyo, video games are inspiring travellers to visit real-world destinations.

Moments

What will be the biggest travel trends in 2026?

From visiting places associated with favourite books to travelling with multiple generations- these are the top trends likely to shape travel in 2026.

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Culture news

'Call of Duty' video game co-creator Vince Zampella dies in car crash

A spokesperson for Electronic Arts said that Vince Zampella's influence on the video game industry was “profound and far-reaching."

Moments

New traditions, no drama: What’s driving the rise in Christmas travel?

From flocking back to family homes and big Turkey dinners to lounging on a sunny beach abroad and eating out, more Europeans are choosing to travel for Christmas.

Culture news

FIFA to launch new football video game exclusively on Netflix

FIFA coming soon to Netflix: Set for release ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the partnership with the US streaming giant marks a clean break from FIFA’s acrimonious split with Electronic Arts.

Ukraine

Drone combat at home: Simulator lets players step into the frontline

Drones have fundamentally changed modern warfare since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, also becoming increasingly crucial for European armies.

Series

Exploring Tokyo with VTuber Sakura Miko and Executive Chef Haruyuki Yamashita

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Tokyo’s blend of ancient tradition and modern pop culture comes into focus as VTuber Sakura Miko and Executive Chef Haruyuki Yamashita share the places that define the city for them.

Business

Ubisoft requests trading halt as half-year results are pushed back

Ubisoft has postponed its half-year earnings and asked Euronext to suspend trading of its shares and bonds as the French games publisher takes extra time to finalise accounts.

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Top Christmas toys revealed: from Stitch to a parent-controlling robot

The UK’s most-wanted toys for Christmas 2025 have been revealed — from a parent-controlling helmet to interactive Stitch dolls and creative craft kits.

Culture news

'It's a huge scandal': Polish MP hits out over delay for GTA VI

A Polish MP has made the headlines by voicing 'concern' about the latest delay of Grand Theft Auto 6, arguably the most anticipated video game of the decade.

Culture news

Grand Theft Auto VI release pushed back again till November 2026

Gamers of the world will have to wait a bit longer to get their hands on Grand Theft Auto VI after its maker Rockstar Games announced another delay in its release with the popular video game now due out in November 2026.

Tech News

High screen time may affect children’s early school performance, study

Excessive screen time is associated with lower performance in reading and maths, according to the study.

Business

How could EA's go-private deal impact the video game industry?

If the transaction is approved, Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund will join Silver Lake Partners and Affinity Partners, run by US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, as EA’s new owners.

Focus

Esports World Cup in Riyadh | FOCUS

In partnership with Media City

Riyadh became a global gaming hub as the Esports World Cup brought together 2,000 players, 200 clubs, and millions of fans.