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The Advertiser
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
The secret genius of the air fryer is revealed
This is the start of the third season of this engaging series that looks into the origins of everyday items. Host Hannah Fry will take the long view in explaining things, which is what makes the series so good. Take the investigation into air fryers, which have only been around for a little while. Fry's story goes as far back as World War II and a US Navy pilot's efforts to work out a way of serving a hot meal in the skies. His invention was quickly taken up by passenger airlines and ultimately ended up providing the quick cooking capabilities in the air fryer. That is using heated air similar to the standard oven in your kitchen (yeah, despite the name, there is no frying going on) but, because the air fryer is much smaller the cooking time is decreased. What also helps that speedy cooking time are those ridges at the bottom, which circulate the air around the food. Back in 1999 when the original series under this name aired it was a bit of a big deal. The BBC had splashed the cash to bring dinosaurs to life with some pretty good special effects for a TV show. And it paid off in terms of ratings, with the show becoming one of the most popular science programs ever. The same can't be said of this 2025 revamp. The world of special effects has moved forward a whole lot since 1999, with people expecting so much more realism. And realism is a real problem for the new version of Walking With Dinosaurs. The effects that bring the dinos here are pretty unimpressive and sometimes even look a little dodgy. At no stage in this episode did I think "wow, those dinosaurs look real". They always, always, always look fake. It feels as though the makers realised the special effects were not up to scratch. The show regularly cuts away from the dinosaurs and to scenes of palaeontologists digging up fossils (though they appear to be re-enacting the moment of their discovery for the camera). The two stories are meant to be linked - the palaeontologists are digging up the bones of the dinosaurs we see in the special effects scenes. But it doesn't really come off and instead feels the former is padding out time because the latter aren't good enough on their own to hold up the show. Binge-watchers will be pleased that all six episodes of this show have been let loose on 7Plus at the same time. That's a good thing because Stags is an unusual show that draws you in. It's kind of like a nightmarish version of The Hangover movies in that it features a big party that goes very, very badly. Here Stu is away in an unnamed South American country on his bucks party - called a Stag night in other parts of the world. Much fun is being had until it all goes pear-shaped when one of their number gets busted trying to sneak a belly full of drugs out of the country. That sees the lot of them end up in prison. But not just any prison, it's a jail on an island run by two warring siblings. You want anything - even food or medical attention - it costs money. And the doctor on the island doesn't mind a little organ harvesting of prisoners. The jail scenario doesn't make a lot of sense when you think about it, but the dark comedy and the endearing nature of the eight idiots abroad make it easy to overlook that. This is the start of the third season of this engaging series that looks into the origins of everyday items. Host Hannah Fry will take the long view in explaining things, which is what makes the series so good. Take the investigation into air fryers, which have only been around for a little while. Fry's story goes as far back as World War II and a US Navy pilot's efforts to work out a way of serving a hot meal in the skies. His invention was quickly taken up by passenger airlines and ultimately ended up providing the quick cooking capabilities in the air fryer. That is using heated air similar to the standard oven in your kitchen (yeah, despite the name, there is no frying going on) but, because the air fryer is much smaller the cooking time is decreased. What also helps that speedy cooking time are those ridges at the bottom, which circulate the air around the food. Back in 1999 when the original series under this name aired it was a bit of a big deal. The BBC had splashed the cash to bring dinosaurs to life with some pretty good special effects for a TV show. And it paid off in terms of ratings, with the show becoming one of the most popular science programs ever. The same can't be said of this 2025 revamp. The world of special effects has moved forward a whole lot since 1999, with people expecting so much more realism. And realism is a real problem for the new version of Walking With Dinosaurs. The effects that bring the dinos here are pretty unimpressive and sometimes even look a little dodgy. At no stage in this episode did I think "wow, those dinosaurs look real". They always, always, always look fake. It feels as though the makers realised the special effects were not up to scratch. The show regularly cuts away from the dinosaurs and to scenes of palaeontologists digging up fossils (though they appear to be re-enacting the moment of their discovery for the camera). The two stories are meant to be linked - the palaeontologists are digging up the bones of the dinosaurs we see in the special effects scenes. But it doesn't really come off and instead feels the former is padding out time because the latter aren't good enough on their own to hold up the show. Binge-watchers will be pleased that all six episodes of this show have been let loose on 7Plus at the same time. That's a good thing because Stags is an unusual show that draws you in. It's kind of like a nightmarish version of The Hangover movies in that it features a big party that goes very, very badly. Here Stu is away in an unnamed South American country on his bucks party - called a Stag night in other parts of the world. Much fun is being had until it all goes pear-shaped when one of their number gets busted trying to sneak a belly full of drugs out of the country. That sees the lot of them end up in prison. But not just any prison, it's a jail on an island run by two warring siblings. You want anything - even food or medical attention - it costs money. And the doctor on the island doesn't mind a little organ harvesting of prisoners. The jail scenario doesn't make a lot of sense when you think about it, but the dark comedy and the endearing nature of the eight idiots abroad make it easy to overlook that. This is the start of the third season of this engaging series that looks into the origins of everyday items. Host Hannah Fry will take the long view in explaining things, which is what makes the series so good. Take the investigation into air fryers, which have only been around for a little while. Fry's story goes as far back as World War II and a US Navy pilot's efforts to work out a way of serving a hot meal in the skies. His invention was quickly taken up by passenger airlines and ultimately ended up providing the quick cooking capabilities in the air fryer. That is using heated air similar to the standard oven in your kitchen (yeah, despite the name, there is no frying going on) but, because the air fryer is much smaller the cooking time is decreased. What also helps that speedy cooking time are those ridges at the bottom, which circulate the air around the food. Back in 1999 when the original series under this name aired it was a bit of a big deal. The BBC had splashed the cash to bring dinosaurs to life with some pretty good special effects for a TV show. And it paid off in terms of ratings, with the show becoming one of the most popular science programs ever. The same can't be said of this 2025 revamp. The world of special effects has moved forward a whole lot since 1999, with people expecting so much more realism. And realism is a real problem for the new version of Walking With Dinosaurs. The effects that bring the dinos here are pretty unimpressive and sometimes even look a little dodgy. At no stage in this episode did I think "wow, those dinosaurs look real". They always, always, always look fake. It feels as though the makers realised the special effects were not up to scratch. The show regularly cuts away from the dinosaurs and to scenes of palaeontologists digging up fossils (though they appear to be re-enacting the moment of their discovery for the camera). The two stories are meant to be linked - the palaeontologists are digging up the bones of the dinosaurs we see in the special effects scenes. But it doesn't really come off and instead feels the former is padding out time because the latter aren't good enough on their own to hold up the show. Binge-watchers will be pleased that all six episodes of this show have been let loose on 7Plus at the same time. That's a good thing because Stags is an unusual show that draws you in. It's kind of like a nightmarish version of The Hangover movies in that it features a big party that goes very, very badly. Here Stu is away in an unnamed South American country on his bucks party - called a Stag night in other parts of the world. Much fun is being had until it all goes pear-shaped when one of their number gets busted trying to sneak a belly full of drugs out of the country. That sees the lot of them end up in prison. But not just any prison, it's a jail on an island run by two warring siblings. You want anything - even food or medical attention - it costs money. And the doctor on the island doesn't mind a little organ harvesting of prisoners. The jail scenario doesn't make a lot of sense when you think about it, but the dark comedy and the endearing nature of the eight idiots abroad make it easy to overlook that. This is the start of the third season of this engaging series that looks into the origins of everyday items. Host Hannah Fry will take the long view in explaining things, which is what makes the series so good. Take the investigation into air fryers, which have only been around for a little while. Fry's story goes as far back as World War II and a US Navy pilot's efforts to work out a way of serving a hot meal in the skies. His invention was quickly taken up by passenger airlines and ultimately ended up providing the quick cooking capabilities in the air fryer. That is using heated air similar to the standard oven in your kitchen (yeah, despite the name, there is no frying going on) but, because the air fryer is much smaller the cooking time is decreased. What also helps that speedy cooking time are those ridges at the bottom, which circulate the air around the food. Back in 1999 when the original series under this name aired it was a bit of a big deal. The BBC had splashed the cash to bring dinosaurs to life with some pretty good special effects for a TV show. And it paid off in terms of ratings, with the show becoming one of the most popular science programs ever. The same can't be said of this 2025 revamp. The world of special effects has moved forward a whole lot since 1999, with people expecting so much more realism. And realism is a real problem for the new version of Walking With Dinosaurs. The effects that bring the dinos here are pretty unimpressive and sometimes even look a little dodgy. At no stage in this episode did I think "wow, those dinosaurs look real". They always, always, always look fake. It feels as though the makers realised the special effects were not up to scratch. The show regularly cuts away from the dinosaurs and to scenes of palaeontologists digging up fossils (though they appear to be re-enacting the moment of their discovery for the camera). The two stories are meant to be linked - the palaeontologists are digging up the bones of the dinosaurs we see in the special effects scenes. But it doesn't really come off and instead feels the former is padding out time because the latter aren't good enough on their own to hold up the show. Binge-watchers will be pleased that all six episodes of this show have been let loose on 7Plus at the same time. That's a good thing because Stags is an unusual show that draws you in. It's kind of like a nightmarish version of The Hangover movies in that it features a big party that goes very, very badly. Here Stu is away in an unnamed South American country on his bucks party - called a Stag night in other parts of the world. Much fun is being had until it all goes pear-shaped when one of their number gets busted trying to sneak a belly full of drugs out of the country. That sees the lot of them end up in prison. But not just any prison, it's a jail on an island run by two warring siblings. You want anything - even food or medical attention - it costs money. And the doctor on the island doesn't mind a little organ harvesting of prisoners. The jail scenario doesn't make a lot of sense when you think about it, but the dark comedy and the endearing nature of the eight idiots abroad make it easy to overlook that.
Business Insider
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Business Insider
Where to watch Major League Cricket: Live stream T20 league free from anywhere
The United States' foray into Twenty20 cricket returns for a third season. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch Major League Cricket, including free streaming options. Major League Cricket launched in the US in 2023 and debuts its third season in as many years this month. The monthlong season, which follows a round-robin style tournament format before heading to the playoffs and final, includes six teams: the Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington Freedom. New York won the inaugural championship and Washington took home the title last year, but anything could happen with a league so young. Keep reading to learn how to tune into this season's Major League Cricket offerings. Plus, we'll show you how to access your watch options from anywhere with a VPN. Where to watch Major League Cricket in the US Willow TV offers Major League Cricket coverage in the US. While coverage was fairly comprehensive in 2024, it's unclear exactly how many matches will be available for the 2025 season. There are a few ways to get Willow, including through Sling TV's Desi plans, one of the best live TV streaming services we've tested. Plans start at $10 per month and unlock tons of cricket streaming, making it a must-have for US-based fans. Where to watch Major League Cricket in Australia In Australia, Major League Cricket will be available for free through 7Plus. The service should offer access to all 34 live games. Viewers just need to make a free account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start live streaming. How to watch Major League Cricket from anywhere Cricket fans who are away from Australia right now can still access their free streaming options with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are handy tech tools that allow people to alter the virtual location on their electronic device. They're extra popular among those looking to use their usual websites and apps while traveling abroad or upgrade their day-to-day cybersecurity. ExpressVPN is one of the best apps on the market, thanks to its security features and 30-day money-back guarantee. You can explore more in our ExpressVPN review, and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN. How to use a VPN Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one. Install it on the device you're using to watch. Turn it on and set it to the location of your streaming service. Go to the streaming website, such as 7Plus, and enjoy the matches. Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
7NEWS
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
June Streaming Guide: What to watch on 7plus, Disney Plus, Apple TV Plus and more
June's streaming calendar is jam-packed with drama, mystery, survival and intrigue at every turn. But we've identified which pay TV services are delivering the best of the best as the winter chill sets in. Check out our top picks below. FIH Pro League — 2025 season (7Plus)Streaming June 14 Hockey season is in full swing with 7Plus airing all the Men's and Women's FIH Pro League matches free-to-air this June. Cheer on your Kookaburras (Men's) and the Hockeyroos (Women's) as they take on eight other countries from around the globe. This year, the Kookaburras aim to back up their 2023-24 championship win and become the first country with the most outright championships to their name. Meanwhile the Hockeyroos hope to stop The Netherlands from taking out their third championship in a row. Tune into 7Plus on June 14 for all the sporting action. We Were Liars — new series premiere (Amazon Prime Video)Streaming June 18 Based on E. Lockhart's young adult psychological horror novel of the same name, We Were Liars follows 17-year-old Cadence Sinclair, a wealthy teenager who recently suffered a traumatic accident. Cadence struggles to rebuild her life while remembering important pieces of her life that she's forgotten in her fight to survive. Considering this book won the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Young Adult Fiction, this is definitely one to watch this month. Stream We Were Liars on Amazon Prime from June 18. The Bear — new season premiere (Disney Plus)Streaming June 25 We're back in the kitchen as season four of The Bear premieres this June. Season three is hotly debated as one of the least popular seasons yet, however, when you think about it, it was designed much like one of those delicately crafted authentic restaurant meals — it left viewers hungry for more. It traded the constant action of previous seasons to focus on illustrating either how far characters had come or, inversely, why they had stagnated. Seasons like that are crucial to building context to further the storyline, and it left us teetering on a peak. Will The Bear survive? Tune into Disney Plus on June 25 to find out. Smoke — new series premiere (Apple TV Plus)Streaming June 27 Crime novelist Dennis Lehane, the mastermind behind books like Gone, Baby Gone, Shutter Island and Mystic River, has traded bookstores for screens with Smoke. This series was inspired by Firebug, a podcast focusing on arson crimes by former firefighter, John Leonard Orr. Taron Egerton stars as Dave, an arson investigator alongside detective Michelle Calderone (Jurnee Smollett) who are both determined to catch not one but two serial arsonists threatening the lives of many. Will they stop them in time? Find out on Apple TV Plus on June 27 Squid Game — new season (Netflix)Streaming June 27 While there was a massive three-year break between seasons one and two, fans only had to wait six months for season three. The viral series returns with plenty more twisted games and psychological warfare between contestants. There's just one rule: play or die. It's game on for Squid Game season three from June 27, exclusively on Netflix. Alone — new season premiere (Stan)Streaming June 13 We often joke about wanting to ditch society and wander off into the wilderness alone, but this show will actually pay a top survival expert a whopping $500,000 to prove they can truly do it! This month, ten new contestants will need to brave the Karoo Desert of South Africa, the driest climate chosen yet, to take home the half-million prize pool. Don't be fooled: what this desert lacks in water, it redeems itself tenfold with plenty of predators and soaring temperatures. Tune into Alone on Stan as you sit comfortably under your throw rug and naively criticise others on their survival skills from June 13.
West Australian
08-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Radical Cup Australia: Jordan Cutts, Ruairidh Avern continue strong start for Arise Racing
West Australia-based Arise Racing has continued their bright start to the Radical Cup Australia championships with a record-equalling weekend in Sydney. Four WA drivers sat in the championship - broadcast live on 7Plus - top five after Phillip Island's season opening weekend, and after a tense second round, all four consolidated their positions. Cooper Cutts narrowly missed the title in 2024 and has started 2025 with a point to prove, sitting atop the driver's standings eight races into the season with 354 points after a flawless performance at Sydney Motorsport Park. Arise pair Bryce Moore and Chris Reindler couldn't be separated, equal in third while Albany rookie Ruairidh Avern is just eight points behind them in fourth after claiming a podium position in just his second round of racing. Cutts' lead in the championship comes off the back of an untouchable round in Sydney, where the young gun topped every practice session, secured pole position in and won all four 25-minute sprint races. It was Cutts' fourth round win, equalling the most round wins in the category held by 2023 series winner, Alex Gardner. It was a far more intense weekend for the field's youngest driver, Avern, who overcame a rough first qualifying session with five first-lap overtakes to claim third in the first sprint. He gained four spots from 10th in Saturday's second race and, despite suffering a 15-second penalty, claimed sixth and fourth to round out the event on Sunday, putting himself on the podium in third overall for the weekend. The podium extends Avern's lead in the rookie standings over Mark Cirillo. Radical Cup Australia, which started in 2022, is back on track in four weeks' time at Queensland Raceway across May 30 to June 1. The five-round 2025 series supports Shannons SpeedSeries.
Perth Now
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Flawless Cutts dominates as WA rookie stuns Radical Cup
West Australia-based Arise Racing has continued their bright start to the Radical Cup Australia championships with a record-equalling weekend in Sydney. Four WA drivers sat in the championship - broadcast live on 7Plus - top five after Phillip Island's season opening weekend, and after a tense second round, all four consolidated their positions. Cooper Cutts narrowly missed the title in 2024 and has started 2025 with a point to prove, sitting atop the driver's standings eight races into the season with 354 points after a flawless performance at Sydney Motorsport Park. Arise pair Bryce Moore and Chris Reindler couldn't be separated, equal in third while Albany rookie Ruairidh Avern is just eight points behind them in fourth after claiming a podium position in just his second round of racing. Cutts' lead in the championship comes off the back of an untouchable round in Sydney, where the young gun topped every practice session, secured pole position in and won all four 25-minute sprint races. It was Cutts' fourth round win, equalling the most round wins in the category held by 2023 series winner, Alex Gardner. It was a far more intense weekend for the field's youngest driver, Avern, who overcame a rough first qualifying session with five first-lap overtakes to claim third in the first sprint. He gained four spots from 10th in Saturday's second race and, despite suffering a 15-second penalty, claimed sixth and fourth to round out the event on Sunday, putting himself on the podium in third overall for the weekend. Arise Racing in action. Credit: SpeedShots Photography The podium extends Avern's lead in the rookie standings over Mark Cirillo. Radical Cup Australia, which started in 2022, is back on track in four weeks' time at Queensland Raceway across May 30 to June 1. The five-round 2025 series supports Shannons SpeedSeries.
