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The actor led the starry book deals, while publishers assessed whether US-style bans are spreading to the UKThe annual London book fair wrapped on Thursday, marking the end of three days that saw 33,000 people connected to the book industry – agents, publishers, authors, among others – gather at Olympia to make deals and discuss the state of the publishing world, and its future. Here’s our roundup of the biggest deals, trends and takeaways from the fair.The starriest book deal of the week was a new thriller series co-authored by Idris Elba, featuring an MI6 field operative who gets deployed to Mauritius to investigate an attempted murder. Elsewhere, rights were scooped for Alex Ferguson’s first autobiography in 13 years, broadcaster Mishal Husain’s debut children’s book, and the story of designer Paul Smith’s life. Continue reading...

Cornell Big Red narrowly defeated Yale Bulldogs in the Ivy League Tournament semifinal on March 14, aired on ESPNU from Ithaca, N.Y. The close contest advances Cornell toward the championship game and a potential NCAA bid. Yale fought valiantly but fell short in the tight matchup. The winner gains crucial momentum heading into Selection Sunday.

Cornell beat Yale 69-66 in the Ivy League Tournament semifinals on Saturday in Ithaca, New York, with sophomore guard Isaiah Gray hitting the game-winning three-pointer with 4.2 seconds left. The Big Red rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit, forcing 15 Bulldog turnovers. This win sends Cornell to the Ivy final against Princeton or Harvard on Sunday, positioning them for their first NCAA bid since 2010. Coach Brian Earl praised Gray's poise: 'He’s our clutch performer.'

Amazon Prime Video debuted the horror thriller *The Home*, drawing early buzz for its chilling narrative in the competitive streaming market. The release coincides with heightened demand for genre content amid awards season distractions. Critics note its potential to capture viewers seeking scares post-Oscars. Availability is immediate for Prime subscribers across the US.

The Boston Celtics defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-112 on Friday night, with Jaylen Brown scoring 32 points including crucial free throws in the final seconds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led OKC with 38 points, but Boston's 16 three-pointers proved decisive in the game highlighted by strong defense from Derrick White. This win improves Boston's record to 52-15, maintaining their lead in the Eastern Conference. OKC, with the NBA's best record entering at 55-12, now faces a critical road trip ahead.