McMafia star James Norton is unrecognizable as the chilling British fraudster and con man, Robert Freegard in Rogue Agent. The highly anticipated film starring Norton opposite The King's Man star Gemma Arterton is out in theaters today (Friday, August 12) and is also available to stream on AMC+ in the U.S. and Netflix in the U.K. Described as a "cat-and-mouse" story between two lovers, the movie follows one woman's determination to catch a man who is hiding a dark and dangerous secret, and she knows she is not the only victim. After watching Rogue Agent , you may be shocked to learn it is based on a true story. Speaking to Newsweek , star and producer Norton described the true story as "stranger than fiction." When researching Freegard's story with his production team, Norton said he realized it was "the most extraordinary, bizarre true story, that's a Stranger Than Fiction type thing." Freegard is a convicted British conman and impostor, who is also known by the … [Read more...] about Inside the true story of “Rogue Agent” —”stranger than fiction”
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Fans of every Premier League club reveal their hopes for the new football season
The Premier League season returns on Friday as Arsenal travel to Crystal Palace , with Patrick Vieira kicking off his second season at the Selhurst Park helm against his former club. And Sky Bet has quizzed supporters about their aspirations for the upcoming campaign in its Hope Survey . Manchester City and Liverpool will yet again battle to be crowned champions of England, while Chelsea , Arsenal , Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United look to qualify for the Champions League . With Newcastle ’s cash injection, can they break the mould? At the bottom, the newcomers look to avoid an immediate return to the Championship. For Thomas Frank’s side, will they suffer second-season syndrome? For fans, a season of agony, ecstasy, joy and heartache awaits. Here are the findings of the Sky Bet survey .... VISIT THE SKY BET START OF SEASON HUB HERE Arsenal The overriding emotion for the start of the season is excitement at the Emirates Stadium after … [Read more...] about Fans of every Premier League club reveal their hopes for the new football season
Premier League top four stakes are raised for Man Utd, Arsenal and more in 2022-23 season
Ahead of the 2022-23 Premier League season, the stakes seem extremely high for a number of clubs when it comes to the battle for a top four finish. Manchester City and Liverpool were so far ahead of the chasing pack last season that it would take something as drastic as the Reds' 2020-21 injury crisis to leave either at risk of missing out on Champions League football. The remaining spots, however, are very much up in the air. You have to go back to 2015-16 for the last time a team other than one of the 'Big Six' of City, Liverpool, Manchester United , Chelsea , Arsenal and Tottenham occupied one of the top four spots. While it will be a tall order for another interloper to make the breakthrough, there will be some hoping that this is their year. Chelsea were the closest challengers to the top two last season, but their form since the turn of the year doesn't bode well for the campaign ahead. A draw with Liverpool on January 2 left them a point ahead of … [Read more...] about Premier League top four stakes are raised for Man Utd, Arsenal and more in 2022-23 season
5 things you missed as Tottenham hit six in first friendly and Richarlison makes debut
Tottenham Hotspur kicked off their pre-season fixtures on Wednesday with a 6-3 victory over Team K League in Seoul, South Korea. Spurs opened the scoring through Eric Dier, with last season’s goalscoring of duo Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min both netting twice each in the second half after Kim Jin-hyuk’s own goal. For Antonio Conte’s side , it was a first of four pre-season friendlies, with Spurs facing Sevilla in South Korea before ending their list of friendlies with meetings against Rangers and Roma in Glasgow and Haifa respectively. Here are five key moments from Spurs’ nine-goal thriller in South Korea. Kane and Son in the goals It took until both men were introduced in the second half, but both Kane and Son got themselves on the scoresheet twice to help Conte’s side to victory. Kane was among six players to come on at half-time and replaced Bryan Gil, while Son’s introduction in place of Emerson Royal came a couple of minutes later. Kane ended the last campaign … [Read more...] about 5 things you missed as Tottenham hit six in first friendly and Richarlison makes debut
Dan Rodricks: Could we please enjoy the rest of the Orioles season without the Angelos family soap opera? | COMMENTARY
I have never understood people who blow it — that is, people who appear to enjoy great success and have many reasons to be happy but fritter away their bliss on irrational choices and petty grievances. I have never understood the guy who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, then used it to dig himself into a hole. Or, to deploy a baseball metaphor — because I’m addressing the Angelos family feud today — consider the guy who was born on third base and thought he hit a triple, and even then, takes too big of a lead off the bag and gets picked off. He blew it! I’m not saying you should never take risks. A lot of people are financially successful because they do exactly that. I’m just baffled by people who, through hard work or privilege, attain a certain status — wealth, career accomplishments, the high opinion of their peers — and then lose one or all of those things because they let anger, greed or vanity consume them. Why on Earth are the Angelos brothers, John and … [Read more...] about Dan Rodricks: Could we please enjoy the rest of the Orioles season without the Angelos family soap opera? | COMMENTARY
Omar Kelly: Things to look for in Dolphins’ preseason opener against Buccaneers
The Miami Dolphins have three in-game opportunities to get ready for the 2022 season, which kicks off a month from now at home against the New England Patriots. Time is ticking, and Mike McDaniel’s to-do list remains long. A new offense is being installed by the Dolphins’ rookie head coach, and it’s accompanied by a new style of running game that’s still being introduced. A new defensive scheme is being tinkered with by Josh Boyer, and Miami’s searching for its next batch of playmakers and leaders not named Tyreek Hill. Where this team goes? Their preseason performance will likely provide a few hints. Here are 10 things to look for in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. How much does Tua Tagovailoa play, if at all? McDaniel has hinted that Tagovailoa, who owns a 13-8 record as the team’s starter the past two years, might not participate in Saturday’s exhibition. Considering how sharp he’s looked in training camp’s first three weeks, taking … [Read more...] about Omar Kelly: Things to look for in Dolphins’ preseason opener against Buccaneers
‘Big Brother’: Who is Head of Household and who is nominated for eviction?
Things are heating up in Week 5 of Big Brother 2022 as a new Head of Household has been confirmed, plus two new nominated Houseguests. Last week's eviction on the CBS show saw Nicole Layog leave in dramatic fashion, after being inadvertently set up by her close friend Daniel Durston . The dynamics of the Big Brother house are currently hinging on the actions of the Leftovers alliance, made up of Matthew "Turner" Turner, Monte Taylor, Taylor Hale, Kyle Capener, Joseph Abdin, Brittany Hoopes and Michael Bruner. The Houseguests have banded together to claim back the power from their fellow co-stars, and have so far successfully managed to get two of their targets evicted. But will they be as triumphant this week? Newsweek has everything you need to know about the latest Head of Household and nominations on Week 5 of Big Brother 2022. Who Is Head of Household on Big Brother 2022 Week 5? This week's Big Brother Head of Household is Michael. As Head of Household … [Read more...] about ‘Big Brother’: Who is Head of Household and who is nominated for eviction?
Second chapter: Bobby Wagner already makes impact on LA Rams
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Bobby Wagner is still getting used to the fact he's now working with Sean McVay, not against him. After five years of trying to shut down McVay's offense two or three times per season for the Seattle Seahawks, Wagner is now making the Los Angeles Rams better. Instead of attempting to get into McVay's head to anticipate his moves, the veteran linebacker and the offense-minded coach are putting their heads together. “Now we get to feed off one another,” Wagner said. "His energy has been crazy. We’ve been in constant communication, even in the offseason. Reaching out, just checking in and stuff like that. It’s been cool. These last couple of months, being able to be coached by him has been a blessing for sure.” The Rams signed the 32-year-old Wagner to be the game-changing inside linebacker they’ve decidedly lacked in recent … [Read more...] about Second chapter: Bobby Wagner already makes impact on LA Rams
Dolphins’ preseason opener at Bucs offers much to learn about Mike McDaniel’s team
Mike McDaniel will get his first crack at leading the Miami Dolphins in a game setting on Saturday night. OK, it’s only preseason, but the young, innovative coach will offer an initial glimpse of what it looks like with him on the Dolphins sideline, calling offensive plays and managing his team when the Dolphins play their exhibition opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at Raymond James Stadium. Sure, something is bound to happen that will get fans overly excited about a roster longshot — or a negative development could create overdramatized concern. But for McDaniel, it’s exactly what preseason should be. “I look at it to prepare for the regular season,” he said this week as the Dolphins held joint practices with the Buccaneers on Wednesday and Thursday. “It’s an extension of practice to a degree. There are elements of it that feel a little game-like, but really you’re just trying to make sure that you’re your best self before the regular season … [Read more...] about Dolphins’ preseason opener at Bucs offers much to learn about Mike McDaniel’s team
Gianluca Scamacca sends West Ham message Declan Rice was demanding to hear
Eighteen months after letting Sebastien Haller leave the London Stadium, West Ham United have found a replacement for the Ivorian. Gianluca Scamacca has joined the Hammers from Sassuolo, with the club confirming a five-year deal for the Italian. Scamacca scored 16 goals in Serie A last season, with only five players bettering the tally, and outscored the likes of Premier League target Victor Osimhen and former West Ham favourite Marko Arnautovic. David Moyes' side will be playing Europa Conference League football this season, having fallen two games short of glory in the Europa League and therefore missed out on Champions League qualification. There have been fears that a lack of ambition could hinder the club's hopes of keeping hold of Declan Rice amid interest from Manchester United and Chelsea , and there's a sense the club knows how big this summer might be. “I feel like West Ham is the perfect team for me," Scamacca said upon joining. "They showed they really … [Read more...] about Gianluca Scamacca sends West Ham message Declan Rice was demanding to hear