The Algorithm Age

Endlessly scrolling through Netflix without finding anything new? That won’t be a problem this July. With an exciting lineup of series and films, Netflix is injecting fresh energy into the summer streaming routine. Whether you’re craving supernatural drama, true crime, or action-packed sequels, there’s something for everyone. Here are the standout releases to add to your watchlist this month. Also read 11 Must-See Family Films That Will Tug at Your Heartstrings The 10 highest grossing movies of all time 1. The Old Guard 2 Streaming from July 2 It’s been five years since The Old Guard first dropped, and now Charlize Theron’s Andy returns with her crew of undying warriors. But this time, immortality itself is under threat. With old betrayals still raw and new dangers on the rise, the group must join forces once again. Expect high-stakes action and emotional depth in this explosive sequel. 2. The Sandman: Season 2 ...

Many of us have got into the habit of listening to podcasts, audiobooks and other online content at increased playback speeds. For younger people, it might even be the norm. One survey of students in California, for instance, showed that 89 per cent changed the playback speed of online lectures, while there have been numerous articles in the media about how common speedy viewing has become. It is easy to think of some advantages to watching things more quickly. It can let you consume more content in the same amount of time, or go through the same piece of content a couple of times to get the most out of it. This could be particularly useful in an educational context, where it might free up time for consolidating knowledge, doing practice tests and so forth. Watching quickly is also potentially a good way of making sure you sustain your attention and engagement for the entire duration to avoid the mind wandering. But what about the disadvantages? It turns out that there are...

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ABC iview: quick links ABC iview: new this week Break It Down: The Raygun Phenomenon (23 June) Four Corners: Diddy: In Plain Sight The Next Step Season 10 (27 June) Grantchester Season 10 (28 June) ABC iview: recently added Forget Me Not – Jim Rogers (16 June) Four Corners: Submerged (16 June) Jane Austen: Rise Of A Genius (16 June) Joanna Lumley’s Danube (19 June) George Clarke’s Remarkable Renovations (13 June) Bay Of Fires Season 2 (15 June) Walking With Dinosaurs (3 June) Discover film & TV reviews on … ABC iview: new this week Break It Down: The Raygun Phenomenon (23 June) Australian Story . When Australian academic and B-girl Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn crashed out of the Paris Olympics in the first round of the breaking e...