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Black Clover Season 2 Episode 5 follows Asta’s Devil Union against supreme devils and Magna Swing’s high-stakes challenge to Dante using a new equalising spell.

Irish athletics star and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean has died at age 34 following a battle with stage four bowel cancer. She passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026, just weeks after her marriage, leaving behind a remarkable middle-distance running legacy and inspiring openness about living with cancer.

The Dark Matter Season 2 finale on Apple TV leaves Jason facing the consequences of shutting down the Box while major questions hang over Leighton, Daniela and Charlie.

Polish actor and voice artist Paweł Tucholski died unexpectedly on October 30, 2026, aged 57. Best remembered as the Polish voice of adult Simba in Disney’s The Lion King, he enjoyed a celebrated career across theatre, film, television and musical performances. Friends, colleagues and fans have since shared heartfelt tributes, remembering his talent and warmth.