'Succession' and 'Loki' directors join Season 2 of HBO's 'The Last Of Us'

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Mark Mylod is bringing his directorial prowess to another HBO drama series poised to follow in Succession's footsteps, The Last Of Us. Mylod is fresh off his triumphant win at the 2023 Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Directing for Succession. He is part of a stellar lineup of four new directors joining the post-apocalyptic zombie drama for its highly anticipated Season 2. Other notable names are Loki's Kate Herron, Nina Lopez-Corrado (Perry Mason), and Stephen Williams (Watchmen). 

These directors will collaborate with the returning talents of Peter Hoar, Emmy-nominated for Season 1's Episode 3, and The Last Of Us co-creators, executive producers, and showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann. Both will resume directing duties. 

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Louis Vuitton unveils stylish, premium Nanogram Speaker

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Louis Vuitton takes luxury audio to new heights with the unveiling of the LV Nanogram Speaker—a travel-friendly, fashion-forward audio device. This sleek portable speaker, a successor to the brand's Horizon model, stands out with its stylish aluminum build, debossed monogram flowers, and LV perforated grille.

Measuring 5.3 inches wide and four inches tall, the Nanogram Speaker draws inspiration from the maison's circular Toupie bag. Available in three striking colours—copper, silver, and a unique patchwork "Damoflage"—this device weighs a mere 520 grams, making it an ultra-light companion for your journeys.

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Nintendo's Switch 2 could outsize competitors with expanded display

Nintendo's Switch 2 could outsize competitors with expanded display

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Exciting developments in the gaming world suggest that a new iteration of Nintendo's popular Switch console is in the works, and it's poised to make a notable leap in size. According to a recent Bloomberg report, industry analyst Hiroshi Hayase has revealed that the rumoured Nintendo Switch 2 is anticipated to sport an eight-inch LCD display, surpassing the current Switch OLED model's seven-inch screen.

While the prospect of an enlarged display may be welcomed by many, it's not entirely sunshine and rainbows when it comes to the screen technology. A previous report from VGC hinted at Nintendo's decision to opt for an LCD display over OLED in an effort to streamline costs, potentially sacrificing the vibrancy of the gaming experience. However, this LCD model might just be the initial release, leaving room for Nintendo to introduce a more advanced OLED variant later.

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