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  When you hear the word jousting , your mind likely flashes to gallant knights in gleaming armor, lances poised, charging toward one another on thunderous steeds. It’s a scene pulled straight from the pages of history—or a Renaissance fair. But jousting isn’t just a medieval relic; it’s a living, breathing sport still practiced today by passionate warriors around the world. A Noble History Jousting originated in the early Middle Ages as both a military training exercise and a chivalric sport among knights. It gained massive popularity in the 12th–15th centuries, especially in England, France, and the Holy Roman Empire. By the time of King Edward III, jousts were grand public spectacles, complete with elaborate pageantry, noble titles, and royal favor. The format? Two armored knights on horseback would charge at one another with wooden lances, aiming to unseat their opponent or shatter their lance with precision. It was as much about honor and showmanship as it was about sk...

  The summer heat isn’t the only thing sizzling—Hollywood, gaming, and streaming platforms are dropping some serious heat as we turn the page into August. Whether you're a cinephile, gamer, music lover, or pop culture junkie, here’s your one-stop guide to the best in entertainment this week.   Cinematic Fireworks: August Premieres Begin With July wrapping up, a fresh wave of summer blockbusters is on the way. Kicking things off this Friday is: “Deadpool & Wolverine” (Marvel/Disney): Arguably the most anticipated superhero film of the year. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reunite in a multiverse mayhem that blends irreverent humor, heart, and high-stakes action. Critics are calling it “the best Deadpool yet.”   “Trap” (Warner Bros./M. Night Shyamalan): A psychological thriller with a pop concert setting and a dark twist. Early buzz suggests a vintage Shyamalan shocker. “Borderlands” (Lionsgate): The cult-favourite video ga...