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Nintendo Switch 2 Pokémon Legends Z-A Bundle announced with the return of Mega Evolutions: Release date, price and upgrades revealed
Nintendo Switch 2 Pokémon Legends Z-A Bundle announced with the return of Mega Evolutions: Release date, price and upgrades revealed

Time of India

time3 hours ago

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  • Time of India

Nintendo Switch 2 Pokémon Legends Z-A Bundle announced with the return of Mega Evolutions: Release date, price and upgrades revealed

Source: Nintendo Life In a major move ahead of the 2025 holiday season, Nintendo has announced a global launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Pokémon Legends: Z-A bundle on October 16, 2025, priced at $499.99. The surprise reveal was made during the latest Pokémon Presents livestream, marking one of Nintendo's biggest seasonal plays in recent years. Designed to capitalise on holiday sales and Pokémon fandom, this premium bundle offers next-gen hardware along with a nostalgic yet futuristic new game set in the Kalos region. Pre-orders are now live, building momentum ahead of the Black Friday rush. Nintendo Switch 2 brings powerful upgrades to Pokémon Legends Z A The Nintendo Switch 2 is packed with upgraded specs, including a 7.9-inch 1080p HDR display, magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers, 4K docked output, and 256 GB internal storage. It promises smoother gameplay and stunning visuals, particularly for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, which runs at enhanced resolution and higher frame rates on the new console. Backward compatibility ensures gamers can enjoy older titles like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on the new hardware—bridging generations while welcoming new users. Set in the reimagined Lumiose City, Pokémon Legends: Z-A brings back the Kalos region with dynamic environmental shifts between day and night. Players can explore the city to capture powerful Alpha Pokémon by day and battle in the high-stakes Z-A Royale tournament by night. A sinister organization called the Rust Syndicate, led by villain Corbeau, adds narrative depth and challenge to the game. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Filipinos should claim this large benefit! Read More Undo Beyond the core story, fans can expect rich side missions and beloved game mechanics. Detective Emma leads a mystery arc involving missing Pokémon, while Mable rewards players for field research. Most notably, Mega Evolutions return—with the debut of Mega Dragonite, a majestic, speed-enhanced evolution that merges Dragonair's elegance with powerful combat capabilities. This feature is poised to shake up competitive gameplay. Nintendo unveils Pokémon legends Z-A Bundle pricing At $499.99 , this bundle sits at the higher end of Nintendo's pricing scale but remains accessible compared to rival consoles. Analysts say bundling a fresh console with a flagship Pokémon title is a smart strategy—particularly as console-game bundles historically perform well during holiday periods. Nintendo's decision to start pre-orders early also shows an intent to secure shelf space and consumer attention before the Black Friday shopping frenzy. Nintendo isn't just targeting kids or longtime fans—the Switch 2's backward compatibility and tech upgrades make it attractive to multi-generational players. By launching Pokémon Legends: Z-A alongside the console, Nintendo ensures both legacy engagement and new adoption. The enhanced version for Switch 2 includes hardware-optimized visuals, exclusive effects, and smoother in-game transitions. Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Pokémon Legends: Z release related FAQs When is the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Pokémon Legends: Z-A releasing? October 16, 2025, globally. What's included in the bundle? Nintendo Switch 2 console, Pokémon Legends: Z-A game (digital version), Joy-Con 2 controllers, and themed accessories. Is the Switch 2 backward compatible? Yes. Games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet run seamlessly on it. What's the appeal of Mega Dragonite? It combines aesthetic appeal and speed upgrades, offering a major advantage in battle. Will Pokémon Legends: Z-A have exclusive features on the Switch 2? Yes. The Switch 2 version of Pokémon Legends: Z-A includes enhanced visuals, faster load times, and exclusive in-game effects optimized for the new hardware. Can I transfer my Pokémon from previous games to Z-A? Yes. Using Pokémon HOME, players can transfer compatible Pokémon from earlier titles like Scarlet, Violet, and Legends: Arceus into Z-A for expanded team-building options. Also Read | Blue Lock Rivals codes (July 2025) | Roblox Tennis Zero codes July 2025 | Roblox Mugen codes for July 2025 | Jujutsu Infinite codes July 2025 AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now

Crackdown on petrol price gouging as raids hit in several counties
Crackdown on petrol price gouging as raids hit in several counties

Extra.ie​

time3 hours ago

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  • Extra.ie​

Crackdown on petrol price gouging as raids hit in several counties

Consumerwatchdog inspectors have carried out a string of unannounced raids on petrol stations and shops over 'mis-pricing'. Some filling stations have been accused of charging more for petrol than they had advertised on their price boards. The 55 inspections, carried out by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), targeted dozens of retail businesses nationwide earlier this month. The raids included clothing, beauty, furniture, grocery and hospitality businesses. Labour Party enterprise spokesman George Lawlor. Pic: Eamonn Farrell/ Labour Party enterprise spokesman George Lawlor told last night that any such 'mis-pricing' is a 'betrayal of customers' and called on the CCPC to 'send a signal' that these practices will not be tolerated with the strongest level of fines. 'This is an awful betrayal of customers, particularly at a time when we have a cost-of-living crisis – to have individual petrol stations falsely displaying prices and charging higher is something that really must be tackled by CCPC and the severest fines possible imposed. It must be tackled and ended so the practice is discouraged in the strongest possible way,' Deputy Lawlor said. The 55 inspections by the CCPC included 22 in Dublin – in Swords, Dundrum and Tallaght; one in Leixlip, Co. Kildare; and eight in Tullamore, Co. Offaly. The 55 inspections, carried out by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), targeted dozens of retail businesses nationwide earlier this month. Pic: Leah Farrell/ A further 12 were carried out across Donegal, including in Letterkenny, Bundoran and Donegal town, and there were another 12 in Co. Sligo. The CCPC's last annual report, released last July, found that misleading pricing had surged amid cost-of-living pressures. In 2022, the CCPC was given tough new powers to crack down on false pricing, where the retailer advertises one price but charges another. Those new powers included surveillance against suspected offenders. Lifestyle Sports (Ireland), DID Electrical Appliances and Rathwood Home & Garden World pleaded guilty in March to breaking sales pricing legislation and were ordered to donate €1,000 each to Little Flower Penny Dinners for the homeless. n May, pharmacy chain Boots pleaded guilty to wrongful claims of Black Friday bargains. Pic:In May, pharmacy chain Boots pleaded guilty to wrongful claims of Black Friday bargains and was also ordered to pay €1,000 to the same homelessness charity. However, the CCPC wants more powers to impose large fines for serious offences – such as penalties that are a percentage of a business's turnover. CCPC member Patrick Kenny said: 'We carry out unannounced inspections and if we find traders breaking the law, we can issue fines and take prosecutions. Consumers need to see prices up front in order to make informed choices. If our enforcement officers find breaches of consumer protection law, we will act.' A CCPC spokesman said: 'These inspections form part of the CCPC's ongoing work to monitor compliance with consumer protection laws and ensure fair trading practices across Ireland. The law sets out how traders must display prices and covers the selling price, unit price and reduced prices. Some filling stations have been accused of charging more for petrol than they had advertised on their price boards. Pic: Shutterstock 'CCPC officers identified several breaches of consumer protection law, including inadequate or inaccurate price displays on items for sale.' David Blevings, spokesman for the Irish Petrol Retailers Association, which represents independent garages, said it 'welcomes any investigation by the CCPC as our members are fully aware of the requirements of the Fuel Price Comparison legislation'. 'We send out the price information to all our members quarterly, ahead of the required date for implementation,' he added. 'We would encourage consumers to check if their local station is a member of the Irish Petrol Retailers Association when purchasing fuel.' Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Niamh Smyth TD. Pic: Sam Boal/Collins Photos A spokesman for the Fuels For Ireland body, which represents the larger service station chains, did not comment. Earlier this month, Niamh Smyth, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, told the Dáil that the CCPC would be given enhanced powers to protect consumers. Ms Smyth said she was 'progressing legislative reforms' that would give the CCPC 'the ability to impose stronger sanctions for breaches of consumer protection law'. The Fianna Fáil TD also said that the CCPC has actively used its existing powers for enforcement where necessary and that in 2024 and 2025 it 'successfully prosecuted several retailers for breaches of price indication and sale pricing regulations'. 'In these cases, the courts ordered the offending retailers to pay legal costs and make charitable donations as part of the settlement,' she said. People who suspect a trader has breached consumer law are encouraged to call the CCPC by phoning the National Consumer Helpline on 01 402 5555 or emailing ask@ For serious breaches, the CCPC can impose fines of up to €5,000.

What are the 10 Biggest College Football Rivalries of All Time?
What are the 10 Biggest College Football Rivalries of All Time?

Fox Sports

time15 hours ago

  • Sport
  • Fox Sports

What are the 10 Biggest College Football Rivalries of All Time?

Rivalries, both in-conference and out-of-conference, are among the best elements of college football. More often than not, the schedule is devised so that teams play their No. 1 historical opponent in the last week of the regular season. These rivalries include recruiting battles, amazing late-game finishes and some of the best matchups in all of sports; there are too many of them to count. Here are the 10 biggest college football rivalries of all time, according to FOX Sports Research. 10 Biggest College Football Rivalries of All Time 10. Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State If you lose this game, don't expect to be greeted well by the locals for the next 365 days. A two-hour drive separating the two schools who compete in the yearly "Egg Bowl," Ole Miss and Mississippi State make for the rivalry in the state of Mississippi. The first game in the rivalry's history was Nov. 24, 1932, with Ole Miss getting a 13-0 victory. And, overall, the Rebels have the upper hand in the all-time series, boasting a 57-30-4 record. Of late, this game has usually been played on Thanksgiving Night or on Black Friday. 9. Texas vs. Texas A&M Last year, Texas officially joined the SEC, allowing it to play in-state rival Texas A&M for the first time in 13 years, with the Longhorns getting a 17-7 win on the road at College Station. This matchup was traditionally played at the end of the regular season when the two schools were each in the Big 12. Texas A&M won the first meeting between the two teams on Nov. 19, 1915, 13-0. The Longhorns have historically gotten the better of the Aggies, however, boasting a 77-36-5 all-time record. With the two schools back in the same conference, expect heated recruiting battles and anticipated Saturday night matchups in November. 8. BYU vs. Utah From 1922-2010, Utah and BYU were each in the same conference before the Utes joined the Pac-12 and the Cougars became an independent for the 2011 season. As part of the historic conference realignment, the two schools each joined the Big 12 in 2024, allowing two schools separated by one hour to be arch rivals once again — and not just face off once in a while. BYU has won each of the last two matchups against Utah, but the former has a 52-30-4 all-time record against the former. Much like the aforementioned Texas rivalry, expect the inner-Utah battle to spice up in the coming years. 7. Florida vs. Georgia Two of the most historic programs in college football are in neighboring states and play each other every year at a neutral site in Jacksonville. Granted, Gainesville (Florida) is much closer to Jacksonville than Georgia (Athens). The Bulldogs have had the Gators number of late, winning seven of the last eight matchups and owning a 56-44-2 record in the all-time series. But that doesn't mean the Gators haven't had their share of success over the Bulldogs. For instance, Florida got the better of Georgia in the Tim Tebow era (2006-09) and won 18 of 21 over Georgia from 1990-2010. 6. Miami vs. Florida State An arduous, seven-to-eight-hour drive separates Florida State from Miami, but it's still an in-state rivalry, nevertheless — and a tightly contested one, with the Hurricanes having a slim, 36-33 record against the Seminoles. The ACC teams first squared off on Oct. 5, 1951, with Miami getting the first of five consecutive wins over Florida State and eight of nine victories. Later, the Seminoles returned the favor with a seven-game winning streak over the Hurricanes, and it has continued to be a rivalry of streaks. Miami won the 2024 meeting, but Florida State had won the previous three. 5. Notre Dame vs. USC It's a matchup of one team that can see the Pacific Ocean and one team that pays homage to Rudy. Put them in a blender, and it makes for one of the best rivalries in collegiate sports and two historic venues: LA Memorial Coliseum and Notre Dame Stadium. Whether it be Matt Leinart's goal-line sneak to get USC a win in South Bend in 2005 or Notre Dame putting together a game-winning touchdown drive in the final minutes of a 2010 game in L.A., this matchup has continually delivered. Of late, the Fighting Irish have had their way with the Trojans, winning six of the last seven meetings and having a combined 52-37-5 record in the series. 4. Army vs. Navy "America's Game" is not only a great football game but the most meaningful one of them all, as the two service academies play at a neutral site every December in the all-important Army-Navy game. Another matchup that has been one of streaks, the Midshipmen have a 63-55-7 record against the Black Knights. The first-ever matchup was in 1890, with Navy getting a 24-0 win. After Navy won 14 consecutive games over Army from 2002-15, the latter changed the tide in 2016 and has won six of the last nine contests. Two years ago (2023), the game was literally decided by inches, as Army kept Navy out of the end zone on a quarterback sneak at the 2-yard line with one second remaining. This matchup is a battle up front from start to finish. 3. Oklahoma vs. Texas "The Red River Showdown" is fierce, a great environment (the game is played at a neutral site in Dallas) and makes for an intense scuffle. The first-ever meeting between Texas and Oklahoma was a mere one-point Sooner victory in 1950. In 2020, the two teams played into a fourth overtime, with the Sooners escaping with the victory. The Longhorns have won two of the last three games, with those wins combining for a whopping 83-3 score, but the Sooners have the narrow lead in the all-time series, 37-31-3. Previously bitter Big 12 rivals, the two schools each joined the SEC in 2024, with their yearly game at Cotton Bowl Stadium remaining intact. 2. Alabama vs. Auburn Every year, the state of Alabama is on the line in the "Iron Bowl," which has delivered some of the most memorable moments in college football. In 2013, Alabama attempted a would-be, game-winning 58-yard field goal as time expired in the fourth quarter, but Cody Parkey's kick missed. Then, Chris Davis ran the missed kick back 100 yards for a walk-off touchdown in arguably the most chilling finish in the history of the sport. Recently, Alabama pulled off a pair of miracle wins against Auburn, including a 97-yard touchdown drive with under two minutes to play and no timeouts to force overtime and later win in 2021. In 2023, Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe completed a go-ahead and eventual game-winning, 31-yard touchdown pass on fourth-and-goal to Isaiah Bond with 32 seconds remaining in the game. The Crimson Tide have won the last five games and are 51-37-1 in the all-time series. 1. Michigan vs. Ohio State These two programs literally hate each other. It's called "The Game" for a reason, as Michigan and Ohio State make for a timeless college football rivalry and the best in the Big Ten Conference. Ohio State lost or tied each of its first 14 games against Michigan, including an 86-0 defeat in 1902. Following the 14th all-time meeting, this has been a dead heat of a rivalry. Whether it be Desmond Howard's Heisman pose, Curtis Samuel's overtime walk-off touchdown for Ohio State in 2016 or Michigan trying to plant a flag on Ohio Stadium after its 2024 upset victory, there are countless iconic moments, great finishes and entertainment implanted in this Rustbelt hatred. Michigan is 62-51-6 in the all-time series and has won each of the last four matchups, though, Ohio State won the previous eight games and 15 of 16 beforehand. Honorable mention: USC vs. UCLA Nebraska vs. Oklahoma Wisconsin vs. Minnesota Stanford vs. Cal Oregon vs. Oregon State Oregon vs. Washington Washington vs. Washington State West Virginia vs. Pittsburgh Ohio State vs. Penn State Florida vs. Florida State Check out all of our Daily Rankers . Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! FOLLOW Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience College Football recommended Item 1 of 3 Get more from the College Football Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more

The 2025 Goose Island Bourbon County lineup is big on dessert, bourbon
The 2025 Goose Island Bourbon County lineup is big on dessert, bourbon

USA Today

time18 hours ago

  • Business
  • USA Today

The 2025 Goose Island Bourbon County lineup is big on dessert, bourbon

Black Friday isn't just about getting a jump on Christmas shopping and watching the NFL slowly expand its domain over winter holidays, imagined or real. It's also about getting some of the best nationally available barrel-aged beers in the country. Goose Island's Bourbon County Stouts have been around since 1992, emerging as one of the most visible pioneers of the big, bold and boozy style. Each year, the brewery -- now owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev -- unveils a supporting cast of all-star beers to supplement the original. 2025 will be no different, but with a minor twist. This will be the first year the company offers its stouts in four packs of 10-ounce bottles alongside its standard 16.9-ounce vessels. The 2025 Goose Island Bourbon County lineup is: Last year's lineup included similarly indulgent flavors like macaroon and vanilla rye and lived up to expectations. If you want to read about how those turned out, you can check out the 2024 review. Otherwise, you're stuck waiting until November 28 before you can head to your local bottle shop and see what they've got in store.

Anurag Kashyap-Nikhil Dwivedi's 'Bandar' starring Bobby Deol-Sanya Malhotra to have World Premiere at TIFF 2025
Anurag Kashyap-Nikhil Dwivedi's 'Bandar' starring Bobby Deol-Sanya Malhotra to have World Premiere at TIFF 2025

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timea day ago

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Anurag Kashyap-Nikhil Dwivedi's 'Bandar' starring Bobby Deol-Sanya Malhotra to have World Premiere at TIFF 2025

Director Anurag Kashyap, known for cult classics like 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' 'Black Friday,' and 'Ugly,' brings his signature raw storytelling style to this new project read more Acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's latest directorial venture 'Bandar' / 'Monkey in a Cage' has been selected for world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival, running September 4-14, 2025. The film, produced by Nikhil Dwivedi, features Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra, in pivotal roles. This marks the first official announcement about the project, revealing both the title and star cast. The makers posted the first ever glimpse of actor Bobby Deol's intense look from the film, announcing the film's official selection at Tiff STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD They captioned it, 'The Story that should not have been told… But is the Offical Selection at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025. Our Film inspired from True Events is Premiering at #tiff50' 'Bandar' will screen as part of TIFF's Special Presentations programme, which celebrates contemporary cinema from across the globe. The selection represents a significant milestone for Indian cinema at one of the world's most prestigious film festivals. Director Anurag Kashyap, known for cult classics like 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' 'Black Friday,' and 'Ugly,' brings his signature raw storytelling style to this new project. Bobby Deol, who has been experiencing a remarkable career resurgence, leads the ensemble cast alongside acclaimed actresses Sanya Malhotra, Saba Azad and Sapna Pabbi. Producer Nikhil Dwivedi, who has backed successful films including 'Veere Di Wedding' (2018) and 'CTRL' (2024), continues his track record of backing unique stories. Dwivedi is also producing the upcoming fantasy drama 'Naagin' starring Shraddha Kapoor. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The 50th edition of TIFF, presented by Rogers, will showcase films from over 30 countries. 'Monkey in a Cage' joins an impressive lineup of world premieres and international titles competing for attention at the festival.

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