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Just behind Taylor Sheridan, Guy Ritchie is the King of the streaming services. Scattered in between a slew of near-annual movie releases, we've had The Gentlemen on Netflix, MobLand on Paramount+, and Young Sherlock on Prime Video.
While Ritchie is the main creator of The Gentlemen and only the executive producer of MobLand, I've thought of the pair as two twin branches on the same tree since MobLand was released in 2025. Both deal with British crime families, violence, and secrets in abundance — each is a Ritchie story through and through.
With The Gentlemen season 2 set to be released on September 3, season 3 has secured an early renewal before we've even seen what the second installment has in store for us (though no Meghan Markle casting, despite many rumors). If anything perilous happens in the season finale, we've got the assurance of more episodes to fall back on.
But what does this mean for the other projects Ritchie has on the go? Young Sherlock season 2 was renewed shortly after season 1 and is currently in production, so we can let that be. However, MobLand is another story.
MobLand season 3 is allegedly in jeopardy already — it wouldn't take much for it to be cancelled(Image credit: Paramount+)MobLand season 2 is set to hit Paramount+ on September 18, just weeks after The Gentlemen season 2 lands on Netflix. If Paramount surprised us all by matching Netflix's early season 3 renewal, we'd probably all feel a lot more confident about what's to come... but there's good reason why this won't happen.
In June 2026, it was claimed that Tom Hardy would not return for a potential MobLand season 3 due to "career suicide" behavior. As a source alleged to The Hollywood Reporter, “He refused to come out of his trailer for hours at a time. He kept the cast waiting, [which is] a power play. Keeping Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren and others waiting is career suicide, I would wager."
However, a separate source later told Variety, “Tom was not fired, the door is not closed for season 3, and things are being worked through creatively."
But other projects now taking precedence in Ritchie's busy calendar are putting me on edge. Logically, Paramount+ would not want to lose a show with such a high level of viewership, and Hardy's role could change shape or size to accommodate whatever has allegedly gone on behind the scenes.
Clearly, there's not the same level of confidence in MobLand that Netflix has in The Gentlemen, which also has very high viewership figures. Doubling down on its investment is the biggest sign of trust and conviction possible, with even Ritchie telling Netflix in a press statement that a third season felt "inevitable."
There is one thing to remember before we get too despondent, though: The Gentlemen drops in one go, whereas MobLand is a weekly release. Paramount+ tends to renew its big hitters partway through the current season's release schedule. With season 2 made up of 10 episodes, I'd say news by episode 8's release would seem appropriate.
Could this early renewal have thrown Paramount off its game, given everything that has allegedly happened? Perhaps. Does that mean MobLand season 3 is down and out? Absolutely not.
MSI's monitor range has consistently impressed us in tests, whether you're looking for an office upgrade, a new gaming set-up, or a back-to-school display for pulling double-duty. With that in mind, I found a great budget monitor deal on the MSI Pro MP272LE for $90 (was $120) at Amazon.
Now, a 27-inch monitor for under $90 is easy to find. One that adds a genuinely fast panel and proper mounting options without leaning on gaming branding is less common. Which I why I like this budget monitor built to handle spreadsheets, browser tabs, and video calls with room to spare.
Pro MP272LE 27-inch: was $119.99 now $89.99
27-inch Full HD IPS panel with a 144Hz refresh rate, FreeSync support, and a 1ms response time, backed by HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA inputs. Tilt adjustment, VESA mounting, and a 4-side slim bezel design make it easy to fit into an existing desk setup, with a built-in speaker for basic audio without extra cables.View Deal
Most budget monitors in this price range cut corners somewhere, whether that is a narrow viewing angle, a slow response time, or a bare-bones port selection.
MSI's Pro MP272LE avoids most of that by pairing an IPS panel with a wide connectivity spread that covers HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA, which matters if you are connecting an older desktop tower or a laptop dock alongside a newer machine.
The panel itself is fast for what is fundamentally an office monitor, with a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time. That is more than most productivity work needs, but it makes for noticeably smoother scrolling and window dragging, which adds up over a full workday.
Physical adjustability is often the first thing cut on a budget display, and MSI has kept tilt adjustment and VESA mount compatibility here. That means it can go on a monitor arm or stand if your desk setup calls for it, rather than being locked to a fixed height.
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Price Context & Historical ValueA $30 drop from $119.99 to $89.99 works out to a 25 percent discount, a solid markdown for a 27-inch IPS monitor with this port selection. It puts the MP273 E14A comfortably below most 27-inch IPS monitors at full price, and it is a fair price even without factoring in the discount.
Should you buy it?✅ Buy the MSI PRO MP273 E14A if...
You want a 27-inch IPS panel for office work at a low price, need HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA inputs to support an older or mixed setup, or want VESA mounting and tilt adjustment for a proper desk setup.
❌ Skip the MSI PRO MP273 E14A if...
You specifically want a monitor marketed and optimized for gaming, you need a higher resolution than Full HD for detailed spreadsheet or design work, or you are looking for USB-C connectivity for a single-cable laptop setup.
The Catch: What to know before you buyWe haven't reviewed this exact configuration, so this recommendation is based on the monitor's specifications and MSI's general track record in the monitor category rather than hands-on testing. MSI markets this model with gaming-oriented features like a 144Hz refresh rate, even though the panel and port selection make it just as suitable, if not more so, for office use. If you want a monitor built and marketed purely for productivity, it is worth comparing against MSI's non-gaming office lineup before buying.
Bulk storage prices rarely move much on a single drive, so a genuine discount on an 8TB internal hard drive is worth flagging if you're looking for extra storage for your desktop or DAS setup.
Currently, the Seagate BarraCuda 8TB Internal Hard Drive has dropped to $250 (was $280) at Best Buy. Operating at 5400 RPM, it's built for sheer storage capacity over peak performance, while delivering read and write speeds of up to 190MB/s.
BarraCuda 8TB Internal Hard Drive: was $279.99 now $249.99
8TB of storage in a standard 3.5-inch desktop form factor, spinning at 5400 RPM with read and write speeds up to 190MB/s. Straightforward SATA installation for anyone adding extra internal storage to a desktop tower, whether that is for a media library, backups, or general overflow storage.View Deal
An 8TB internal hard drive is one of the more practical ways to add bulk storage to a desktop or DAS setup without spending SSD money, and the Barracuda line has a long track record as a reliable, no-frills option in that space.
While it's not built for speed, the 190MB/s read and write speeds are enough for a media library, archives, backups, or overflow storage from a smaller primary drive, without the added cost of a faster but pricier 7200 RPM model. For a secondary or tertiary drive in a desktop build, that is a sensible trade-off.
Price Context & Historical ValueA $30 drop from $279.99 to $249.99 is a modest 11 percent discount. It is not a dramatic markdown, and large-capacity hard drives tend to move in smaller increments than most tech categories, so this is a reasonable price rather than a standout deal.
Should you buy it?✅ Buy the Seagate BarraCuda 8TB if...
You need a large amount of internal storage at a low cost per terabyte, you are building or upgrading a desktop and want a straightforward SATA drive, or your use case is bulk storage rather than fast load times.
❌ Skip the Seagate BarraCuda 8TB if...
You're building a NAS or RAID array, you want SSD-level operating speeds, or a plug-and-play portable drive.
The Catch: What to know before you buyThe savings here are modest, and shoppers who can wait for a larger sale event may see a bigger discount later. This drive has not been reviewed by TechRadar or a Future sister site, so this recommendation is based on Seagate's established reputation and this drive's specifications rather than hands-on testing. It is also worth remembering this is a mechanical hard drive, not an SSD, so it prioritizes capacity and cost per terabyte over speed.
- The US government has issued a revision to its National Security Science & Technology Strategy
- Among various changes is the reduced focus on high-performance data storage and data centers
- Instead, emerging technologies are given greater prominence, while data storage and data centers feature within the document’s information management priorities
The US government has updated its National Security Science & Technology Strategy (NSSTS), an annual directive that ensures the United States’ national security strategy is supported across various dimensions. This time, however, a curious revision has been made, one that appears to relegate the significance of high-performance data storage and datacenters.
Previously, these installations have been highly regarded and appeared on the document’s list of "Critical and Emerging Technologies." With the latest revision, however, other technologies appear to have supplanted data centers.
Traditionally, the National Security Strategy (NSS), published annually, includes the science and technology element. Under the Trump administration, however, the NSSTS has been released as a companion to the NSS report.
Relegated data centers?An initial reading of the NSSTS suggests the relevance of data centers and high-performance data storage has been reduced.
The document, which provides information to support “the nation’s economic security, science, research, and innovation to support the national security strategy,” focuses on “S&T competition as it relates to military capabilities, homeland defense and resilience, and other direct intersections with national security.”
This assists in decision-making surrounding federal funding, informs partnerships in the private sector, and joint projects with allies. Significantly, it also underpins US policies on exports of critical technology.
While the importance of data centers and high-performance data storage appears to have been demoted, it appears that the NSSTS is simply refocusing. The updated document’s information management and cybersecurity list includes “data management, including storage and security,” which seems to cover the apparent omission.
Instead, the document focuses on "transformative emerging technologies," which include artificial intelligence, autonomy, biotechnology, and quantum information technologies.
"Foreign adversaries"The NSS and NSSTS are by definition documents that outline a roadmap for economic security. Shifts in priorities are not unusual, such as an aim to “keep foreign adversaries out of critical technology systems and supply chains.”
This would seem to refer mainly to China, and the challenges that some Chinese-manufactured wireless communications hardware has brought, something that has seen the FCC apparently working overtime.
Within the NSSTS we can see a reaction to some of this, notably an ambition of “Prioritizing homeshoring and domestic product development, which the Trump Administration is advancing by promoting balanced trade, facilitating reindustrialization, unleashing energy dominance, advancing novel material substitution for critical components, and working with suppliers from trusted partners.”
Data centers and high-performance data storage easily fit within those aims—they're just less specific than in previous editions of the NSSTS.
While Labor Day is less than two weeks away, Lowe's summer clearance sale has some of the lowest prices of the year that you can shop right now.
• Shop Lowe's full summer sale
You can save up to 50% off on this summer's hottest products at Lowe's, including best-selling patio furniture, grills, and outdoor tools. August is the perfect month to score outdoor items for cheap, as retailers try to clear stock to make room for fall items. That makes it a great time to score record-low prices on seasonal items.
Lowe's is also offering up to 35% off major appliances, plus additional savings when you buy two or more appliances. That's similar to offers that I expect to see on Labor Day, as appliances are one of the most popular categories during the holiday event.
Below are links to Lowe's most popular sale categories, followed by the top deals on patio furniture, appliances, grills, bathroom products, lawnmowers and power tools. You can also find more of today's best early Labor Day sales further down the page.
- Appliances: 35% off washing machines, refrigerators & dishwashers
- Bathroom: 40% off vanities, faucets, shower heads & more
- Grills: grills & cooking accessories from $24.99
- Halloween: inflatables, indoor & outdoor decor from $30
- Lawn & Garden: landscaping, flowers & plants from $3
- Lawnmowers: up to $1,000 off lawnmowers, trimmers & blowers
- Patio furniture: 50% off chairs, sets, sofas & umbrellas
- Storage & organization: home & garage storage from $45
- Tools: up to 40% off DeWalt, Craftsman & Kobalt
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: up to 50% off patio furniture and accessories.
The best deals at Lowe's right now are on patio furniture. You can find summer clearance prices, with up to 50% off best-selling patio furniture, including dining tables, lounge chairs, umbrellas, rugs, and decor, with prices starting at just $19.98.View Deal
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: save up to 35% off major appliances
Appliances are one of the most popular categories during Labor Day, and Lowe's is offering up to 35% in savings on best-selling major appliances. You can save on refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers from brands like Samsung, GE, and Whirlpool, plus get an additional $300 off when you buy four or more appliances.View Deal
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: save up to $200 on grills
The Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale is a great time to score record-low prices on grills, and Lowe's offers up to 35% off its best-selling grills and accessories, starting at just $11.99. The retailer also offers discounts on grilling accessories, including covers, cleaning sets, and cooking tools. View Deal
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: up to 40% off select bathroom products
If you're looking to update your bathroom, Lowe's is currently offering huge savings on everything you could need. You can find deals on bathroom vanities, mirrors, faucets and shower heads, bathtubs, shower doors, toilets, and more.View Deal
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: lawnmowers and outdoor power tools from $99
No Lowe's holiday sale is complete without an outdoor tools section, and, as you'd expect, today's sale has quite a few options. You can save on lawnmowers, leaf blowers, trimmers, chainsaws, and a wide range of associated accessories. View Deal
Lowe's pre-Labor Day sale: save up to 40% on tools and accessories
Lowe's has one of the largest online selections of tools, and you can save up to $150 from brands like Dewalt, Craftsman, and Black and Decker. Today's sale is a great opportunity to stock up on best-selling tools and handy accessories to prepare for the upcoming fall season.View Deal
- Amazon: 45% off TVs, AirPods, air fryers & vacuums
- Apple: iPads, AirPods & MacBooks from $99
- Appliances: up to $1,200 at Samsung
- Best Buy: 60% off appliances, TVs, laptops & more
- Casper: up to 30% off mattresses
- Dell: laptop deals from $249.99
- DreamCloud: up to 60% off mattresses, 66% off bundles
- Home Depot: 40% off appliances, furniture, grills & tools
- Lowe's: $1,000 off appliances, patio & tools
- Nectar: up to 50% off mattresses, deals from $349
- Saatva: up to $625 off luxury mattresses
- Samsung: up to $2,000 off 4K, QLED & OLED TVs
- Target: 45% off clothing, tech & furniture
- Walmart: 58% off back-to-school, furniture, & clothing