Amazon MGM Studios Reorgs TV “Worldbuilding” Team, Matthew King and Adrienne O’Riain Depart
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Blair Fetter restructures his genre series team.
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Blair Fetter restructures his genre series team.
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‘Vanderpump Villa’ Season 4 Will Edit Out Dakota Mortensen’s Storyline
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The decision comes as Mortensen is involved in a domestic violence investigation with Taylor Frankie Paul.
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The decision comes as Mortensen is involved in a domestic violence investigation with Taylor Frankie Paul.
Zion’s EP ‘The Perfect Melody II’ & More Best New Music Latin
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Plus, check out Billboard's New Music Latin weekly playlist below!
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Plus, check out Billboard's New Music Latin weekly playlist below!
James Gadson, Drummer for Diana Ross and Bill Withers, Dead at 86
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Versatile drummer backed Jackson 5, Paul McCartney, D'Angelo, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Beck, and many others
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Versatile drummer backed Jackson 5, Paul McCartney, D'Angelo, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Beck, and many others
Zara Larsson Defends Chappell Roan From Sexist Critics: ‘You Guys Just Hate Women, Actually’
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“The more people hate her, the more I love her,” the Swedish pop star added.
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“The more people hate her, the more I love her,” the Swedish pop star added.
Watch Paul Simon play ‘Something So Right’ for the first time in 33 years on ‘Colbert’
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It comes days ahead of the start of the UK and European leg of his 'A Quiet Celebration' tour The post Watch Paul Simon play ‘Something So Right’ for the first time in 33 years on ‘Colbert’ appeared first on NME.
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It comes days ahead of the start of the UK and European leg of his 'A Quiet Celebration' tour The post Watch Paul Simon play…
Sam Fender & Olivia Dean Score U.K. No. 1, But Tame Impala’s ‘Dracula’ Is Closing In
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Tame Impala's 2025 song jumps nine places week-on-week into the top five.
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Tame Impala's 2025 song jumps nine places week-on-week into the top five.
All The Free Fortnite Cosmetics Available To Unlock Right Now
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Fortnite is known as much for its paid cosmetics as it is for having arguably the best Battle Royale modes around. But these days, Fortnite offers so many free cosmetics at any given time that it's easier than ever to enjoy it without dropping a penny on skins, emotes, or other cosmetics. In Chapter 7, there are free…
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Fortnite is known as much for its paid cosmetics as it is for having arguably the best Battle Royale modes around. But these days, Fortnite…
RAYE Earns Her First U.K. No. 1 Album With ‘This Music May Contain Hope’
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The LP goes one place better than her 2023 debut, My 21st Century Blues.
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The LP goes one place better than her 2023 debut, My 21st Century Blues.
Jessica Simpson Finally Responds to Those Rumors About Her $1K-a-Week Tanning Habit: ‘I’d Rather Have Lain Out In the Sun’
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The singer explained the origin of the whispers from her time playing Daisy Duke in the 2005 "Dukes of Hazzard" movie.
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The singer explained the origin of the whispers from her time playing Daisy Duke in the 2005 "Dukes of Hazzard" movie.
Young Miko Teams Up with Garnier and Rolling Stone to Say, “WASSUP” to SXSW
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The globally renowned rapper hit the stage to celebrate Garnier’s newly launched Vitamin C Micellar Water.
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The globally renowned rapper hit the stage to celebrate Garnier’s newly launched Vitamin C Micellar Water.
Much like the game’s zombies, State of Decay 3 is somehow still alive
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Amid Microsoft's hacking and slashing of its Xbox division, you wouldn't be crazy for thinking State of Decay 3 was dead. After all, the title was announced nearly six years ago, and, well, we haven't heard much since. But the survival game is still in the pipeline, and developer Undead Labs will hold a series of…
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Amid Microsoft's hacking and slashing of its Xbox division, you wouldn't be crazy for thinking State of Decay 3 was dead. After all, the…
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opens Huge And Keeps Growing--See The Latest Box Office Numbers
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[APRIL 3 UPDATE] The Super Mario Galaxy Movie raked in a further $24.6 million on Thursday, April 2, to bring its total domestic total to $59.1 million after its first two days. We will continue to update this post with more box office data for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie through its first weekend and beyond.More…
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[APRIL 3 UPDATE] The Super Mario Galaxy Movie raked in a further $24.6 million on Thursday, April 2, to bring its total domestic total to…
Olivia Munn Found Her Confidence After Booking (and Losing) a Job on ’30 Rock’
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The 'Your Friends and Neighbors' star discusses what she learned from the 'Newsroom' director who tried to mess with her career — and briefly getting what would ultimately be a major recurring role for another actress the classic NBC sitcom.
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The 'Your Friends and Neighbors' star discusses what she learned from the 'Newsroom' director who tried to mess with her career — and…
Genki Covert Dock 3 Solves The Switch 2’s Clutter Problem In One Plug
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With the Switch 2 nearing its first anniversary, more products have been unveiled that add new functionality. One is the Genki Covert Dock 3, a handy and portable dock that works with the Switch 2 and lets you connect to a TV without carrying the bulky original dock.Available now and priced at $77, it can handle the…
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With the Switch 2 nearing its first anniversary, more products have been unveiled that add new functionality. One is the Genki Covert Dock…
Andy Serkis Confirms Aragorn Recasting in New ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Movie
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The iconic fantasy hero role played by Viggo Mortensen in the beloved trilogy will be played by a different actor in 'The Hunt for Gollum.'
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The iconic fantasy hero role played by Viggo Mortensen in the beloved trilogy will be played by a different actor in 'The Hunt for Gollum.'
Jaz Sinclair Can’t Say Too Much About Final Season of ‘The Boys’: “Hopefully, You’ll Be Very Thrilled”
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The ‘Gen V’ actress is gearing up for an appearance on the final season of the Amazon superhero series, while also filling her cup with new music and producing projects.
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The ‘Gen V’ actress is gearing up for an appearance on the final season of the Amazon superhero series, while also filling her cup with new…
BTS Unleashes Hidden ‘ARIRANG’ Track Produced by SUGA: ‘It’s Finally Coming Out’
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The members announced the song's existence just two days prior to its release.
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The members announced the song's existence just two days prior to its release.
Watch Paul Simon Play the 1973 Deep Cut ‘Something So Right’ for First Time in 33 Years
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Days before the kickoff date of his world tour, Simon stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to play this rarity from There Goes Rhymin' Simon
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Days before the kickoff date of his world tour, Simon stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to play this rarity from There Goes…
Tzruya ‘Suki’ Lahav, 1970s Member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band Dies at 74
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The violinist and vocalist who played on "Jungleland" and toured with Springsteen's band for five months in the mid-1970s died from cancer on April 1.
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The violinist and vocalist who played on "Jungleland" and toured with Springsteen's band for five months in the mid-1970s died from cancer…
Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union
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The Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union, which represents workers at a warehouse in Staten Island. This is just the latest chapter in a multiyear standoff between Staten Island warehouse workers and Amazon, according to a…
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The Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union,…
50 Cent Asks God to ‘Forgive’ His ‘Misunderstanding’ Enemies on Good Friday
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The church of 50 is now in session.
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The church of 50 is now in session.
‘Bob’s Burgers’ Voice Actor Eugene Mirman “Thankful Beyond Words” and “On the Mend” After Car Crash
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The voice actor was pulled from his vehicle while it was burning through a window following a car crash in New Hampshire.
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The voice actor was pulled from his vehicle while it was burning through a window following a car crash in New Hampshire.
Guilty Gear Strive - Jam Kuradoberi Exclusive Gameplay
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Season 5 is upon us, potentially shaking up the core gameplay with new mechanics and new characters. And, behold, the parry master herself Jam Kuradoberi joins the fray on April 9 2026. In this clip are two matches of Jam fighting on the new battle stage called Cradled by the Four Beasts.
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Season 5 is upon us, potentially shaking up the core gameplay with new mechanics and new characters. And, behold, the parry master herself…
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a black hole of entertainment
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I realized something was genuinely wrong with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie about 30 minutes in: I hadn't laughed even once. My audience of around 15 people, including a few families, was dead silent as well. The guy sitting behind me, a Nintendo fan decked out in Mario gear, was so bored he fell asleep. Sure, this is…
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I realized something was genuinely wrong with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie about 30 minutes in: I hadn't laughed even once. My audience of…
Thursday Box Office: ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Scores $24.6M for Huge $59M Early U.S. Total
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The sequel blasted off to $34.5 million on Wednesday, the biggest opening day of the year so far after passing up 'Project Hail Mary.' And it is pacing on par with the first film, which transformed into a box office juggernaut.
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The sequel blasted off to $34.5 million on Wednesday, the biggest opening day of the year so far after passing up 'Project Hail Mary.' And…
Dolly Parton donates “generational and transformational” sum to children’s hospital
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The hospital's president called Parton's contribution "beyond generous" and a "lifeline" The post Dolly Parton donates “generational and transformational” sum to children’s hospital appeared first on NME.
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The hospital's president called Parton's contribution "beyond generous" and a "lifeline" The post Dolly Parton donates “generational…
Dance Moves: BONNIE X CLYDE Scores First No. 1, deadmau5, ILLENIUM, Dean Turnley & More Debut
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Check out the latest action across Billboard’s dance charts.
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Check out the latest action across Billboard’s dance charts.
State of Decay 3 Is Back From The Dead, And You Might Be Able To Play It Soon
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State of Decay 3 has been missing in action from several Xbox livestreams and game showcases for years now, but at long last, the threequel has resurfaced, and developer Undead Labs has announced that it'll be hosting an alpha test for the zombie apocalypse survival game. Sign-ups are now live for the State of Decay 3…
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State of Decay 3 has been missing in action from several Xbox livestreams and game showcases for years now, but at long last, the threequel…
Brian Cox Slams Johnny Depp, Ian McKellen, Edward Norton in Latest Broadside at Fellow Actors
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The 'Succession' star lets loose (again) in latest interview, where even Margot Robbie gets criticized as "too beautiful”: "F**k it! I’m gonna say what I want to say."
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The 'Succession' star lets loose (again) in latest interview, where even Margot Robbie gets criticized as "too beautiful”: "F**k it! I’m…
Mercedes adds steer-by-wire — and a dang steering yoke — to the EQS
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Steer-by-wire, in which a car can be steered electronically rather than through a physical connection between the steering wheel and steering rack, is coming to Mercedes-Benz. The German automaker says it will use the steering technology in its forthcoming refreshed EQS sedan, marking its first foray into the world of…
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Steer-by-wire, in which a car can be steered electronically rather than through a physical connection between the steering wheel and…
Uncharted 5? Fans Believe Cryptic Naughty Dog Dev Post Is Teasing The Game
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Naughty Dog's Uncharted series sold millions of copies across multiple installments, but the main franchise has been dormant since 2016's Uncharted 4: A Thief's End brought Nathan Drake's story seemingly to a close. Now, however, fans are theorizing that Naughty Dog might be returning to the franchise, thanks in part…
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Naughty Dog's Uncharted series sold millions of copies across multiple installments, but the main franchise has been dormant since 2016's…
Anker’s small, five-port travel adapter is down to its best price yet
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Few things kill the vibe of your relaxing spring break abroad faster than realizing you forgot a way to keep things charged. Anker’s Nano Travel Adapter makes it easy to charge your phone, camera, e-readers, and other devices anywhere you travel. Right now, you can buy it at its all-time low of $19.99 ($6 off)…
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Few things kill the vibe of your relaxing spring break abroad faster than realizing you forgot a way to keep things charged. Anker’s Nano…
I saved a doomed Windows laptop by embracing Linux
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Two weeks ago I set aside my M4 MacBook Air and picked up a nine-year-old ThinkPad. It's one of an estimated 200 to 400 million Windows 10 PCs that don't meet Microsoft's requirements for Windows 11. When Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10 in October, it became "obsolete." The solution, according to…
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Two weeks ago I set aside my M4 MacBook Air and picked up a nine-year-old ThinkPad. It's one of an estimated 200 to 400 million Windows 10…
PlayStation To "Enhance Gameplay Visuals" With Buyout Ahead Of PS6
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Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it has acquired the UK-based machine-learning and computer vision company Cinemersive Labs, in part to help "enhance gameplay visuals."The company was founded in 2022 and developed a "Cinemersive AI" technology that is capable of transforming a photo into a "volumetric…
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Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it has acquired the UK-based machine-learning and computer vision company Cinemersive…
Cardi B Will Judge New Yorkers’ Jingles for Zohran Mamdani’s Free 2-K Song Contest
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The mayor is asking New Yorkers to pen a short ad for the launch of his free childcare initiative for two-year-olds, rolling out this fall
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The mayor is asking New Yorkers to pen a short ad for the launch of his free childcare initiative for two-year-olds, rolling out this fall
Bratty Lends Her Voice to The Cranberries’ Iconic ‘Linger’ in a Revamped Spanglish Remix Version
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Listen to our latest Latin Remix of the Week below.
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Listen to our latest Latin Remix of the Week below.
How ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ Chooses the Luxury Items Coop Steals in Season 2 — and the Classic Films He Watches
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And, what would one take from creator Jonathan Tropper's house?
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And, what would one take from creator Jonathan Tropper's house?
Jack White Drops 2 New Songs Ahead of ‘Saturday Night Live’ Performance
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"G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” are likely to be performed on the SNL broadcast where host Jack Black enters the prestigious Five-Timers Club
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"G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” are likely to be performed on the SNL broadcast where host Jack Black enters the…
Garnier Partners with Rolling Stone to Share the C-Cret to Glowing Skin: Micellar Cleansing Water with Vitamin C
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The beauty brand reintroduced its iconic micellar water to SXSW goers with a gorgeous, glowing activation.
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The beauty brand reintroduced its iconic micellar water to SXSW goers with a gorgeous, glowing activation.
Elton John’s ‘The Remixes’ featuring The Blessed Madonna, Purple Disco Machine and more set for vinyl Record Store Day release before hitting Beatport
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"I really think we've made something special for dance music fans" The post Elton John’s ‘The Remixes’ featuring The Blessed Madonna, Purple Disco Machine and more set for vinyl Record Store Day release before hitting Beatport appeared first on NME.
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"I really think we've made something special for dance music fans" The post Elton John’s ‘The Remixes’ featuring The…
‘Masters of the Universe: Legends Unite’ Game Set From Amazon Amid New Movie Release (Gaming News Roundup)
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Amazon and Mattel are expanding the “Masters of the Universe” franchise into gaming with the reveal of “Masters of the Universe: Legends Unite,” a new title launching June 5 on Amazon Luna. The game will debut the same day as the upcoming Masters of the Universe theatrical release from Amazon MGM Studios, creating a…
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Amazon and Mattel are expanding the “Masters of the Universe” franchise into gaming with the reveal of “Masters of the Universe: Legends…
Why A Switch 2 Price Increase May Be "Inevitable"
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Seemingly everything but Costco hot dogs has increased in cost recently, and one former Nintendo retail lead believes that a Switch 2 price hike is "inevitable." Speaking on the Kit & Krysta podcast--a series run by former Nintendo employees--the man known only as "Sean" suggested that Nintendo's decision to…
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Seemingly everything but Costco hot dogs has increased in cost recently, and one former Nintendo retail lead believes that a Switch 2 price…
Leon Thomas Is Traveling the World, Working With Pharrell, and Playing Concerts on Airplanes
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The Grammy-winning R&B star offers an update on his Mutt follow-up and discusses the unique performance he recorded for a new concert series from Delta and YouTube
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The Grammy-winning R&B star offers an update on his Mutt follow-up and discusses the unique performance he recorded for a new concert…
It’s Not Your Imagination: Movies Are Getting Longer
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The run time of average major-release films have ballooned in recent years. And, yes, Marvel movies are partly to blame.
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The run time of average major-release films have ballooned in recent years. And, yes, Marvel movies are partly to blame.
Waiting for Trump Phone
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Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We've reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump phone's whereabouts. Crickets. Despite recent signs of life, another week has come and gone without the Trump T1 Phone. We're now over nine months since its announcement in June of last year,…
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Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We've reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump phone's…
How the Apple Watch defined modern health tech
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This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. You can trace the state of health tech today to a single gadget: the Apple Watch Series 4.…
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This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest…
GTA 6 Will Likely Borrow Ideas From Red Dead Redemption 2, Former Rockstar Dev Says
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A former Rockstar Games developer has said they would be shocked if GTA 6 does not borrow some ideas from the studio's previous game, Red Dead Redemption 2.Appearing on the Kiwi Talkz podcast, former audio designer Rob Carr--who worked on GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption II--said his evidence is that Rockstar already did…
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A former Rockstar Games developer has said they would be shocked if GTA 6 does not borrow some ideas from the studio's previous game, Red…
Pussy Riot co-founder Nadya Tolokonnikova indicted and added to Russia’s wanted list
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The punk activist and artist was named a "foreign agent" by Russia's Ministry of Justice in 2021 The post Pussy Riot co-founder Nadya Tolokonnikova indicted and added to Russia’s wanted list appeared first on NME.
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The punk activist and artist was named a "foreign agent" by Russia's Ministry of Justice in 2021 The post Pussy Riot co-founder Nadya…
‘Game Of Thrones’ prequel play announces premiere date and ticket information
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'The Mad King' is coming to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon this summer The post ‘Game Of Thrones’ prequel play announces premiere date and ticket information appeared first on NME.
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'The Mad King' is coming to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon this summer The post ‘Game Of Thrones’ prequel play…
Next TMNT Game Is Coming Very Soon, Lets You Lift Weights And Eat Pizza In VR
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The next Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game, TMNT: Empire City, will launch on April 30, Cortopia Studios and Beyond Frames Entertainment have announced.The VR game arrives that day for $25 for Meta Quest, Steam VR, and Pico. This is the first TMNT VR game, Ace St. Germain, the game's creative director, said it…
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The next Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game, TMNT: Empire City, will launch on April 30, Cortopia Studios and Beyond Frames Entertainment…
Gears Of War Actor's Gears 6 Fanfic Involves Marcus Fighting His Zombie Son
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Instead of following up Gears 5 with a proper sequel, the franchise's next game is going back in time with Gears of War: E-Day. But that hasn't stopped JD Fenix voice actor Liam McIntyre from sharing his story ideas for a potential Gears of War 6.Posting on X, McIntyre claimed that "there was a suggestion" that Gears…
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Instead of following up Gears 5 with a proper sequel, the franchise's next game is going back in time with Gears of War: E-Day. But that…
Dead By Daylight 2? No Way, We're Not Doing That, Dev Says
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The horror game Dead by Daylight is coming up on its 10th anniversary, and with the milestone on the horizon, developer Behaviour Interactive has told fans there are no plans for a numbered sequel. Dead by Daylight is a live-service game, and while the team did consider a sequel or some kind of new version of Dead by…
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The horror game Dead by Daylight is coming up on its 10th anniversary, and with the milestone on the horizon, developer Behaviour…
Apple’s best product ever
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All week, we've been asking you to help us rank the 50 best products Apple ever made, as we mark the company's 50th anniversary. Thanks to everyone who pitched in - we ended up with more than 1.6 million votes! We also have lots of other coverage of Apple's first half century, and you should […]
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All week, we've been asking you to help us rank the 50 best products Apple ever made, as we mark the company's 50th anniversary. Thanks to…
‘Skins’ star Megan Prescott teams up with Adam McKay for NSFW climate change series
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The eight short films will see OnlyFans creators use suggestive videos to give clear explanations of climate change issues The post ‘Skins’ star Megan Prescott teams up with Adam McKay for NSFW climate change series appeared first on NME.
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The eight short films will see OnlyFans creators use suggestive videos to give clear explanations of climate change issues The post…
Pooh Shiesty arrested for allegedly robbing and kidnapping Gucci Mane
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The rapper has been signed to Gucci Mane's 1017 label since 2020 The post Pooh Shiesty arrested for allegedly robbing and kidnapping Gucci Mane appeared first on NME.
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The rapper has been signed to Gucci Mane's 1017 label since 2020 The post Pooh Shiesty arrested for allegedly robbing and kidnapping Gucci…
Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50
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For a 50-year-old company, Apple remains pretty hip and nimble. This week, Devindra and Senior Reporter Igor Bonifacic dive into Apple's big birthday, the state of the company today and what the next 50 years could bring. It remains one of the few PC companies that’s still firmly committed to the idea of personal…
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For a 50-year-old company, Apple remains pretty hip and nimble. This week, Devindra and Senior Reporter Igor Bonifacic dive into Apple's…
It's A Shame Rockstar Won't Make A Red Dead Movie, Jack Black Says
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Actor Jack Black is a big fan of video games, and specifically Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption series, and he thinks it's too bad that there hasn't been a Red Dead movie yet.Speaking to Polygon, Black said it's a "shame" that Rockstar isn't making a Red Dead movie because the games are "the most cinematic" and would…
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Actor Jack Black is a big fan of video games, and specifically Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption series, and he thinks it's too bad that there…
Jack White warms up for ‘SNL’ with two new singles ‘G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs’ and ‘Derecho Demonico’
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They are the former White Stripes frontman's first new songs since 2024 album 'No Name' The post Jack White warms up for ‘SNL’ with two new singles ‘G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs’ and ‘Derecho Demonico’ appeared first on NME.
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They are the former White Stripes frontman's first new songs since 2024 album 'No Name' The post Jack White warms up for ‘SNL’…
Fan fiction website AO3 is finally coming out of beta
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The famous fan fiction website Archive of Our Own or AO3 has finally exited open beta, 17 years after it launched way back in 2009. AO3 is a nonprofit created by the by the Organization for Transformative Works. In an announcement, the team reminisced about its early days and how volunteers had to manually send out…
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The famous fan fiction website Archive of Our Own or AO3 has finally exited open beta, 17 years after it launched way back in 2009. AO3 is…
Far East Film Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup
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The event, which takes place in the Italian city of Udine, is set to honor Fan Bingbing and Koji Yakusho with lifetime achievement awards.
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The event, which takes place in the Italian city of Udine, is set to honor Fan Bingbing and Koji Yakusho with lifetime achievement awards.
Donald Trump calls on MAGA to boycott Bruce Springsteen’s “OVERPRICED CONCERTS, WHICH SUCK”
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The president also described the Boss as "a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon" The post Donald Trump calls on MAGA to boycott Bruce Springsteen’s “OVERPRICED CONCERTS, WHICH SUCK” appeared first on NME.
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The president also described the Boss as "a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon" The post…
Chatbots are now prescribing psychiatric drugs
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Utah is allowing an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs without a doctor. It's only the second time the state - and the country - has delegated this kind of clinical authority to AI. State officials say it could bring costs down and ease care shortages, but physicians warn the system is opaque, risky, and…
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Utah is allowing an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs without a doctor. It's only the second time the state - and the country - has…
The Morning After: NASA’s Artemis II is on a voyage around the Moon
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NASA’s Artemis II successfully launched on April 1, with its crew on a 10-day mission to circle the Moon. It’s the first crewed Artemis flight and a major step toward humanity returning to our little neighbor in the future. Since launch, the vehicle has separated from its launch system and been manually piloted,…
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NASA’s Artemis II successfully launched on April 1, with its crew on a 10-day mission to circle the Moon. It’s the first crewed Artemis…
NASA's Artemis II mission has left Earth's orbit
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The Integrity, the name of the Orion capsule carrying Artemis II astronauts on a trip around the moon, has left Earth’s orbit. NASA has announced that it has successfully completed a key burn of Orion’s main engine. That six-minute firing of the engine provided approximately 6,000 pounds of thrust, which gave the…
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The Integrity, the name of the Orion capsule carrying Artemis II astronauts on a trip around the moon, has left Earth’s orbit. NASA has…
Manon says she’s “having positive conversations” with label after being placed on “temporary hiatus” from KATSEYE
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She was notably missing from a recent teaser for the girl group's upcoming single 'Pinky Up' shared this week The post Manon says she’s “having positive conversations” with label after being placed on “temporary hiatus” from KATSEYE appeared first on NME.
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She was notably missing from a recent teaser for the girl group's upcoming single 'Pinky Up' shared this week The post Manon says…
Star Wars animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' season 2 confirmed
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Ahead of its premiere, Dave Filoni has revealed that the Star Wars animated series Maul: Shadow Lord will return for a second season. The Lucasfilm co-president revealed that season 2 is already in the works, telling Esquire that "at the end of the day, people like that character." Filoni didn't reveal…
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Ahead of its premiere, Dave Filoni has revealed that the Star Wars animated series Maul: Shadow Lord will return for a second season. The…
U2 Surprise Release Six-Song Spiritual EP ‘Easter Lily’
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“It’s a time that has our band digging deeper into our lives to find a wellspring of songs to try meet the moment,” says Bono
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“It’s a time that has our band digging deeper into our lives to find a wellspring of songs to try meet the moment,” says Bono
Ravyn Lenae and Dominic Fike Put Loyalty to the Test on ‘Reputation’
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The collaboration arrives alongside “Bobby,” a solo single from Lenae, who recently told Rolling Stone that her next album is “nearing the end”
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The collaboration arrives alongside “Bobby,” a solo single from Lenae, who recently told Rolling Stone that her next album is “nearing the…
Manon in ‘Positive Conversations’ With Label as Katseye Return Remains Unclear
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In February, Hybe and Geffen Records announced that Manon Bannerman would be taking a hiatus from the global girl group
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In February, Hybe and Geffen Records announced that Manon Bannerman would be taking a hiatus from the global girl group
If Your Kids Suddenly Want To Play Star Fox, Here's How
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The Super Mario Galaxy movie is primed for a predictably massive opening weekend despite mixed reviews, but the biggest surprise may be the non-Mario characters who make an appearance. Just ahead of the film's opening Nintendo revealed that Fox McCloud appears alongside all the Mushroom Kingdom denizens. If all that…
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The Super Mario Galaxy movie is primed for a predictably massive opening weekend despite mixed reviews, but the biggest surprise may be the…
Ryan Gosling Exits Daniels’ Untitled Event Film at Universal Pictures
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News of Gosling’s initial casting came on the heels of a huge debut for ‘Project Hail Mary.’
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News of Gosling’s initial casting came on the heels of a huge debut for ‘Project Hail Mary.’
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Will Get A Premium Art Book This Fall
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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Hardcover) $57 (was $60) | Releases November 24 …
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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Hardcover) …
Look Outside's April 1 update that let you kiss enemies is now a permanent 'smooch mode'
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For April Fools' Day, the developer of Look Outside released an update that added a new option to your interactions with NPCs: kissing. Instead of just fighting or talking to enemies and surviving neighbors in the cursed apartment building, you could give 'em a smooch. Their dialogue and sprites were updated…
Why it matters
For April Fools' Day, the developer of Look Outside released an update that added a new option to your interactions with NPCs: kissing.…
AO3 is finally out of beta after 17 years
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Archive of Our Own (AO3) is officially exiting beta. The Organization for Transformative Works - the nonprofit behind the fanfiction site - announced the update on Thursday, which comes 17 years after AO3's launch in 2009. "Since 2009, AO3 has grown and changed a lot," the announcement says. "We've introduced many…
Why it matters
Archive of Our Own (AO3) is officially exiting beta. The Organization for Transformative Works - the nonprofit behind the fanfiction site -…
Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes
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Sony Interactive Entertainment, owner of the PlayStation brand, has acquired Cinemersive Labs, a UK startup developing tools to convert 2D photos and videos into 3D volumes. The startup team will join Sony's Visual Computing Group, a research engineering team focused on graphical technology, including game rendering,…
Why it matters
Sony Interactive Entertainment, owner of the PlayStation brand, has acquired Cinemersive Labs, a UK startup developing tools to convert 2D…
PSA: Anyone with a link can view your Granola notes by default
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If you use the AI-powered note-taking app Granola, you might want to double-check your privacy settings. Though Granola says your notes are "private by default," it makes them viewable to anyone with a link, and also uses them for internal AI training unless you opt out. Granola describes itself as an "AI notepad for…
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If you use the AI-powered note-taking app Granola, you might want to double-check your privacy settings. Though Granola says your notes are…
Reddit is moving on from r/all
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Reddit is deprecating r/all, one of its feeds that shows popular posts on the platform, as part of "ongoing efforts to simplify Reddit and improve Home feed personalization." Reddit has offered both r/popular and r/all as ways to see trending posts, with r/all being a "less filtered feed" where "sexually explicit…
Why it matters
Reddit is deprecating r/all, one of its feeds that shows popular posts on the platform, as part of "ongoing efforts to simplify Reddit and…
Streaming Ratings: ‘Young Sherlock’ Has Solid Debut, ‘Bridgerton’ Stays on Top
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Netflix’s movie ‘War Machine’ also draws a sizable audience in its first week.
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Netflix’s movie ‘War Machine’ also draws a sizable audience in its first week.
VR game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City launches on April 30
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Everyone's four favorite anthropomorphic turtles are returning to the world of video games. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City will be released on April 30 for the Meta Quest, Steam VR and Pico. It is made by VR game company Cortopia Studios and will retail for $25. Empire City is a first-person action…
Why it matters
Everyone's four favorite anthropomorphic turtles are returning to the world of video games. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City will…
Kyle Cooke Says Amanda Batula His Been “Getting the Brunt” of ‘Summer House’ Scandal Backlash as West Wilson Has Received a Follower Boost
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"I am worried about her. I don’t think West is in a place to offer her what she needs. I've been caring and providing for her for 10 years. It’s a weird position to find myself in," the reality star said. "He knew what he was doing. He hitched his wagon on Amanda's horse during her glow-up."
Why it matters
"I am worried about her. I don’t think West is in a place to offer her what she needs. I've been caring and providing for her for 10 years.…
Netflix Already Has Two New ‘Peaky Blinders’ Series — and a New Duke Shelby
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'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,' starring Barry Keoghan as Tommy Shelby's (Cillian Murphy) bastard son Duke, premiered on Netflix just 13 days ago.
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'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,' starring Barry Keoghan as Tommy Shelby's (Cillian Murphy) bastard son Duke, premiered on Netflix just…
J.J. Abrams Scaling Down Bad Robot As He Moves to New York
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The shingle is leaving Los Angeles after nearly three decades of producing several hit film and TV shows, including 'Mission: Impossible' movies, 'Lost' and 'Westworld.'
Why it matters
The shingle is leaving Los Angeles after nearly three decades of producing several hit film and TV shows, including 'Mission: Impossible'…
J.J. Abrams to Downsize Bad Robot, Production Company to Move From L.A. to New York
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Big changes are underway at Bad Robot. Details are still coming together, but sources say J.J. Abrams is beginning to downsize the production banner. Sources were not clear on the exact number of cuts to come as a result of the downsizing, but it was characterized as being an across-the-board change rather than being…
Why it matters
Big changes are underway at Bad Robot. Details are still coming together, but sources say J.J. Abrams is beginning to downsize the…
TCM Classic Film Festival to Honor Glenn Close With Hand and Footprint Ceremony
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The eight-time Oscar nominee will be saluted May 1 in the courtyard of the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Why it matters
The eight-time Oscar nominee will be saluted May 1 in the courtyard of the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
OpenAI brings ChatGPT's Voice mode to CarPlay
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In a surprise release, OpenAI has made ChatGPT's Voice mode available through Apple CarPlay. If you're running the latest version of both iOS and the ChatGPT app, and own a CarPlay-compatible vehicle, you can check out the experience. To get started, download all the necessary software, connect your iPhone to CarPlay…
Why it matters
In a surprise release, OpenAI has made ChatGPT's Voice mode available through Apple CarPlay. If you're running the latest version of both…
CFTC sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets
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The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission is suing Illinois, Arizona and Connecticut for attempting to outlaw or regulate prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket. The CFTC believes it has sole jurisdiction to regulate these platforms, and that states attempting to classify them as illegal gambling are…
Why it matters
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission is suing Illinois, Arizona and Connecticut for attempting to outlaw or regulate prediction…
“STFU”: ‘Supergirl’ Star Milly Alcock Just Proved Her Point About Fan Backlash
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Alcock is getting ironic backlash for pointing out that young women in franchise projects get backlash. Rachel Zegler, Sydney Sweeney, Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera and Bella Ramsey can probably relate.
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Alcock is getting ironic backlash for pointing out that young women in franchise projects get backlash. Rachel Zegler, Sydney Sweeney,…
PSA: YouTube will be streaming Coachella for free next week
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Coachella officially kicks off next Friday, April 10. But for anyone who doesn’t want to fly out to the desert or fork over upwards of $650 for a ticket, YouTube is going to livestream the concert for free so you can enjoy it on your own terms. Here’s a quick overview of all the programming that will be available in…
Why it matters
Coachella officially kicks off next Friday, April 10. But for anyone who doesn’t want to fly out to the desert or fork over upwards of $650…
Bad Bunny Super Bowl Breakout Lincoln Fox to Make Film Debut (Exclusive)
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The young actor, who was presented a Grammy during the halftime show, will star as an immigrant child in 'Home' opposite Mike Vogel, Alexa PenaVega and Dennis Haysbert.
Why it matters
The young actor, who was presented a Grammy during the halftime show, will star as an immigrant child in 'Home' opposite Mike Vogel, Alexa…
Neon Plans Art World Conversation Series for ‘The Christophers’ Release
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The Steven Soderbergh movie stars Ian McKellen as a storied English artist and Michaela Coel as an upstart painter.
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The Steven Soderbergh movie stars Ian McKellen as a storied English artist and Michaela Coel as an upstart painter.
Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games
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Publisher and game management platform indie.io just announced the pending launch of something called Indie Pass. This is a subscription service, so it's sort of like Game Pass but for indie titles. It launches on April 13 and will offer over 70 games on that date, with more coming down the line. Not a single person…
Why it matters
Publisher and game management platform indie.io just announced the pending launch of something called Indie Pass. This is a subscription…
Russia closes loophole to fully block payments for Apple services
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Russia has closed a loophole that allowed its citizens to pay for Apple digital services. "As of April 1, 2026, payment processing is no longer available for purchases made on the App Store or other Apple Media Services in Russia," the company wrote in a support document (via 9to5Mac).The change affects all Apple…
Why it matters
Russia has closed a loophole that allowed its citizens to pay for Apple digital services. "As of April 1, 2026, payment processing is no…
Google releases Gemma 4, a family of open models built off of Gemini 3
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When Google released Gemini 3 Pro at the end of last year, it was a significant step forward for the company's proprietary large language models. Now, the company is bringing some of the same technology and research that made those models possible to the open source community with the release of its new family of…
Why it matters
When Google released Gemini 3 Pro at the end of last year, it was a significant step forward for the company's proprietary large language…
Uber expands its EV incentive program across the US
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Uber is expanding its EV incentive program across the US. The company began testing the service in select cities last year. This is a program in which Uber offers drivers a $4,000 grant to switch from their current vehicle to an EV. These grants are available for both new and used electric vehicles, which is nice…
Why it matters
Uber is expanding its EV incentive program across the US. The company began testing the service in select cities last year. This is a…
Samsung's new Frame Pro and OLED TVs are now available to order
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After sharing pricing and availability for its new Mini LED TVs in March, Samsung is ready to detail some of the other TVs it introduced at CES earlier this year. The 2026 versions of Samsung's The Frame Pro and OLED TVs are both available to order today – save for some notable exceptions – and they start for as…
Why it matters
After sharing pricing and availability for its new Mini LED TVs in March, Samsung is ready to detail some of the other TVs it introduced at…
Flipboard's 'social websites' are a new spin on decentralized social media
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Flipboard has been one of the biggest boosters of decentralized social media. Now, the company, which is known for its social news reading app, is rolling out its latest experiment, "social websites." The project offers publishers and creators an easier path into what's often called the "open…
Why it matters
Flipboard has been one of the biggest boosters of decentralized social media. Now, the company, which is known for its social news reading…
Artemis II crew is just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues
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The four history-making Artemis II crew members are cooped up with each other in a tiny space for 10 days. And yet the most uncomfortable aspect of the mission might be having to deal with not one, but two instances of Microsoft Outlook. Commander Reid Wiseman sent a literal "Houston, we have a problem"…
Why it matters
The four history-making Artemis II crew members are cooped up with each other in a tiny space for 10 days. And yet the most uncomfortable…
The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)
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With gas prices rising across the country, consumers are turning to electric vehicles as a way to save money on their commute. And while there weren’t a ton of all-new EVs on display at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, we did see some notable debuts from automakers including Subaru, Kia, Hyundai and more. So…
Why it matters
With gas prices rising across the country, consumers are turning to electric vehicles as a way to save money on their commute. And while…
Apple Arcade just got two indie gems
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Two fantastic indie titles just dropped for Apple Arcade. The platform has received versions of Dredge and Unpacking, both of which have been optimized for mobile devices. Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with…
Why it matters
Two fantastic indie titles just dropped for Apple Arcade. The platform has received versions of Dredge and Unpacking, both of which have…
Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro review: The king of party projectors
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Every now and then, I test a gadget so wild that I can’t believe a company actually made it. Soundcore’s $5,000 Nebula X1 Pro projector is the embodiment of that: an ultra bright projector and a 400-watt Dolby Atmos 7.1 speaker system combined in a massive enclosure. With a fast and flexible setup, it lets you screen…
Why it matters
Every now and then, I test a gadget so wild that I can’t believe a company actually made it. Soundcore’s $5,000 Nebula X1 Pro projector is…
Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring
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Jay Blahnik, who served as Apple’s Fitness chief for almost 13 years, has announced that he’s retiring this July. According to The New York Times, Blahnik told employees in an email that he was leaving “to spend time with his family and make an exciting move to New York City.” Blahnik is retiring less than a year…
Why it matters
Jay Blahnik, who served as Apple’s Fitness chief for almost 13 years, has announced that he’s retiring this July. According to The New York…
Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan just got a big storage boost
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Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan, which includes Gemini, Veo and Nano Banana, got a big storage boost and some other new perks. Users of the plan (also available for $200 per year) will see their cloud space jump from 2TB to 5TB at no extra cost. That extra storage can be used not only for AI but also Gmail, Google…
Why it matters
Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan, which includes Gemini, Veo and Nano Banana, got a big storage boost and some other new perks. Users of…
The Artemis II mission has started its 10-day journey around the moon
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The Artemis II mission successfully launched into space on April 1, at 6:35pm Eastern time, from Launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It will take NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, as well as Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen, on a 10-day trip around the…
Why it matters
The Artemis II mission successfully launched into space on April 1, at 6:35pm Eastern time, from Launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space…
‘Dimension 20: On a Bus’ Dragon Master Katie Marovitch on Surprise Season 2 Drop, Future Episodes: ‘I Plan on Annoying Sam and Brennan Enough’
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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Dimension 20: On a Bus” Season 2, now streaming on Dropout. Comedy streaming service Dropout committed to the bit hard this April Fools’ Day with the launch of a “second season” of “Dimension 20: On a Bus.” Released in a…
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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Dimension 20: On a Bus” Season 2, now streaming on Dropout. Comedy…
Mr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade
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Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Shift Up, the company behind Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory: Nikke. Unbound's unannounced games will be fully supported and distributed by South Korean publisher Shift Up, which is led by CEO Hyung-Tae Kim. Mikami is an icon of…
Why it matters
Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Shift Up, the company behind Stellar Blade and Goddess…
What’s going on with Donut Lab's so-called super battery?
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In January, a Finnish-Estonian startup proclaimed it had developed a truly solid state battery, a holy grail for the technology industry. Donut Lab's cell wasn’t just solid state, however. It claimed it was made from cheap and easily available materials, would charge to full in a few minutes and last for hundreds of…
Why it matters
In January, a Finnish-Estonian startup proclaimed it had developed a truly solid state battery, a holy grail for the technology industry.…
April's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports
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Sony just revealed a trio of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April and it's a pretty stacked lineup. These will all be playable on April 7 for subscribers on any tier. After downloading, the games will stay in a player's library as long as the subscription remains active. First up, there's Lords of the Fallen for…
Why it matters
Sony just revealed a trio of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April and it's a pretty stacked lineup. These will all be playable on April…
The United app adds airport security wait times after lines return to normal
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Here's a feature that would've been a lot more useful before this week. Amid recent hours-long airport lines, United is adding security wait times to its app. However, the feature arrives a few days after security lines began returning to normal. Hey, at least it'll be there for the next shutdown.At launch, the…
Why it matters
Here's a feature that would've been a lot more useful before this week. Amid recent hours-long airport lines, United is adding security…
SpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history
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SpaceX has reportedly taken the step many onlookers have long expected: filing paperwork to hold an initial public offering (IPO) on the stock market and become a publicly traded company. Rumors had long pointed toward the IPO taking place by July. The company filed draft IPO registration paperwork with the US…
Why it matters
SpaceX has reportedly taken the step many onlookers have long expected: filing paperwork to hold an initial public offering (IPO) on the…
Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect
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Lucid Motors has recalled over 4,000 Gravity SUVs after discovering a problem with seat belts. The company told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that some of the anchors for the second-row seat belts weren't welded properly. This means that there's a chance they won't actually hold passengers…
Why it matters
Lucid Motors has recalled over 4,000 Gravity SUVs after discovering a problem with seat belts. The company told the National Highway…
MindsEye will litigate its own launch 'sabotage' controversy in DLC form
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MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy remains so convinced that corporate foul play contributed to the disastrous launch of its debut game that it’s now planning to prove it to its audience via in-game content. In a wide-ranging interview with GamesBeat, BARB CEO and CTO Mark Gerhard said MindsEye will soon receive a…
Why it matters
MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy remains so convinced that corporate foul play contributed to the disastrous launch of its debut game…
Claude Code leak suggests Anthropic is working on a 'Proactive' mode for its coding tool
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What should have been a routine release has revealed some of the features Anthropic has been working on for Claude Code. As reported by Ars Technica, The Verge and others, after the company released Claude Code's 2.1.88 update on Tuesday, users found it contained a file that exposed the app's source code. Before…
Why it matters
What should have been a routine release has revealed some of the features Anthropic has been working on for Claude Code. As reported by Ars…
The AI Doc's director was "scared shitless" by AI, so he made a movie about it
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If you're feeling anxious about AI and what it means for the future of humanity, you should watch The AI Doc: Or, How I Became an Apocaloptimist. As I noted in my review, the film aims to deliver some clarity amid all the hype. Now that it's in theaters, we sat down with director Daniel Roher, who won an Oscar for his…
Why it matters
If you're feeling anxious about AI and what it means for the future of humanity, you should watch The AI Doc: Or, How I Became an…
The Getaway is Subaru's first three-row electric SUV
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Today at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced its first three-row electric SUV: the Getaway. Like Subaru's other EVs, the Getaway is based on Toyota's e-TNGA platform and it shares many features and specs with the 2027 Highlander EV. Initially, all models will come with the company's Symmetrical…
Why it matters
Today at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced its first three-row electric SUV: the Getaway. Like Subaru's other…
The new Storm Radar app is a treasure trove of data for weather nerds
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The horrible winter of 2026 is behind us in New England; now we’ve moved on to the season where there’s a threat of rain basically every day. Given that, the updated Storm Radar app from The Weather Company (owners of the Weather Channel app) caught my eye. There are tons of good weather apps out there, and I’m the…
Why it matters
The horrible winter of 2026 is behind us in New England; now we’ve moved on to the season where there’s a threat of rain basically every…
Kia shows off the 2027 EV3 at the NY Auto Show
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A couple of years after its overseas debut, Kia’s EV3 will finally come to the US. The automaker said at the New York International Auto Show that the 2027 edition of the subcompact electric SUV will arrive stateside later this year. Kia won't announce pricing until closer to its sale date, but it has previously said…
Why it matters
A couple of years after its overseas debut, Kia’s EV3 will finally come to the US. The automaker said at the New York International Auto…
Anna Faris Explains Becoming Candy Crush’s Bubblegum Troll, the ‘Toy Story 5’ Rumor and Teases That Cindy Campbell Gets ‘Revenge’ in ‘Scary Movie 6′ (EXCLUSIVE)
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Anna Faris has been sort of a gamer since at least 2003, when she says she “became crazy about puzzles.” “But now I get to play them on my phone,” she tells me. I am talking to “The House Bunny” and “Mom” star just a couple of days before she’s set to team up with […]
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Anna Faris has been sort of a gamer since at least 2003, when she says she “became crazy about puzzles.” “But now I get to play them on my…
Roland Go:Mixer Studio review: Portable, professional and plenty of polish
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Way back in 2017, Roland carved out a little niche for itself with the introduction of the Go:Mixer line. The small, portable audio interfaces are a convenient way to connect a mic and multiple musical instruments (or audio sources) to your phone for more professional public performances or on-the-go recording. At…
Why it matters
Way back in 2017, Roland carved out a little niche for itself with the introduction of the Go:Mixer line. The small, portable audio…
Robosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made real
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There's just something magical about a robot that can convert into a car, tank or plane. It seems that Hollywood agrees as there are several major franchises based around that concept. As someone who grew up in the 80s and 90s, Transformers hold a special place in my heart, despite Michael Bay's best efforts at…
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There's just something magical about a robot that can convert into a car, tank or plane. It seems that Hollywood agrees as there are…
An immersive 'Black Mirror Experience' is launching in Montreal
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Banijay is launching the Black Mirror Experience, starting with Montreal in May with additional locations to be announced in the future. Specifically, it will be produced by Banijay Live Studio, the new subsidiary of the production company that owns Black Mirror, in partnership with VR firm Univrse. The studio…
Why it matters
Banijay is launching the Black Mirror Experience, starting with Montreal in May with additional locations to be announced in the future.…
What to expect from WWDC 2026
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WWDC 2026, the latest version of Apple's yearly developer conference, runs from June 8-12, and by all appearances the company has some important updates to outline. In comparison to Liquid Glass, the design material Apple introduced last year and now uses across all its operating systems, the new features the company…
Why it matters
WWDC 2026, the latest version of Apple's yearly developer conference, runs from June 8-12, and by all appearances the company has some…
Slack's upgraded AI can analyze how you work
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Salesforce has unveiled the newest version of Slack, which comes with a whole host of new AI features to add to its ever-growing catalog. Naturally, many of these tools are embedded into Slackbot, which the company had already pledged to turn into a “personalized AI companion.” The new features include the stuff you’d…
Why it matters
Salesforce has unveiled the newest version of Slack, which comes with a whole host of new AI features to add to its ever-growing catalog.…
Watch the first crewed Artemis mission take flight
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Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1. NASA is opening a two-hour window for its lift off, starting at 6:24 PM Eastern time, at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The agency said the forecast for launch day “shows an 80 percent chance of favorable…
Why it matters
Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1. NASA is opening a two-hour window…
Dinosaur Polo Club has released a new co-op game and it's free
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Two pieces of good gaming news today. First: Dinosaur Polo Club has shadow dropped a brand new game today. Second, it's available for free on both PC and Mac from Itch.io. The project is called Read the F*cking Manual, or RTFM, and it is a co-op game based on working in tech support.Dinosaur Polo Club is known for…
Why it matters
Two pieces of good gaming news today. First: Dinosaur Polo Club has shadow dropped a brand new game today. Second, it's available for free…
The Backrooms trailer combines creepypasta dread and A24 prestige horror
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Against all odds, A24’s adaptation of The Backrooms actually looks like a proper elevated horror movie. Hell, it’s even got Oscar winner Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave, Serenity) and Cannes favorite Renate Reinsve (Sentimental Value) onboard. Judging from the film’s fist trailer, which combines The Backrooms…
Why it matters
Against all odds, A24’s adaptation of The Backrooms actually looks like a proper elevated horror movie. Hell, it’s even got Oscar winner…
Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen
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Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology. The Japanese company is signing on to the joint venture cellcentric that Volvo and Daimler launched back in 2020. Once it officially joins, Toyota and cellcentric will collaborate on managing the development and production of fuel cell unit…
Why it matters
Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology. The Japanese company is signing on to the joint venture…
Tesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes
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In a letter shared with Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Tesla admitted that its robotaxis are sometimes driven remotely by human operators, Wired reports. Competing self-driving car companies sometimes rely on human operators to tell robotaxi software how to get itself unstuck, but letting operators actually drive those…
Why it matters
In a letter shared with Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Tesla admitted that its robotaxis are sometimes driven remotely by human operators,…
TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators
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TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos. The two companies announced a new integration that makes Cameo accessible directly from TikTok for creators and fans. With the update, TikTok creators can add Cameo links directly to their videos and viewers can…
Why it matters
TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos. The two companies announced a new…
Prolific Video Game Voice Actor Roger Craig Smith on Celebrating Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th Birthday, 14 Seasons of Narrating ‘Say Yes to the Dress’
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He’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the “Assassin’s Creed” franchise. He’s Chris Redfield in “Resident Evil.” He’s Kyle Crane of “Dying Light.” He’s Raphael from “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” He’s Batman in “Arkham…
Why it matters
He’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the “Assassin’s Creed” franchise. He’s Chris Redfield in “Resident…
‘World of Warcraft’ Concert Series Sets Anniversary Tour (Gaming News Roundup)
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The official “World of Warcraft” concert series is going on tour, Swiss concert production company Helvepic announced Tuesday. An immersive live concert, “World of Warcraft: 20 Years of Music” will travel the globe in partnership with Blizzard Entertainment. The tour will kick off in Los Angeles on Sept. 10 and visit…
Why it matters
The official “World of Warcraft” concert series is going on tour, Swiss concert production company Helvepic announced Tuesday. An immersive…
Director BenDavid Grabinski on Future of ‘Scott Pilgrim’ After ‘EX’ Video Game, Filming Two Vince Vaughns for ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’
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“Scott Pilgrim” fans got another hit of their favorite world earlier this month with the launch of new beat-em-up video game, “Scott Pilgrim EX.” And there might be more where that came from. BenDavid Grabinski, who produced the Tribute Games video game in collaboration with “Scott…
Why it matters
“Scott Pilgrim” fans got another hit of their favorite world earlier this month with the launch of new beat-em-up video game,…
‘Poppy Playtime’ Video Game Creators on Chapter 5’s Massive Launch, Film Adaptation and Plotting Chapter 6: ‘What Comes Next Has to Really Hit Hard’
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Survival horror game “Poppy Playtime” launched its fifth installment Feb. 18, breaking records set by the video game franchise’s previous debuts with 110,000 units sold in the first three hours, 175,000 on Day 1 overall and 275,000 by the end of its first week of availability. From indie developer…
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Survival horror game “Poppy Playtime” launched its fifth installment Feb. 18, breaking records set by the video game…
PlayStation Raises Price of PS5 to $650 in U.S.; PS5 Pro, PlayStation Portal Also See Hikes
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PlayStation will increase the price of its PS5 gaming console in the U.S. to $650 beginning April 2, part of a global price hike across several Sony gaming console products. The domestic PS5 price will jump $100 from its current retail rate at $550. The digital edition will rise from $499 to $599. And the […]
Why it matters
PlayStation will increase the price of its PS5 gaming console in the U.S. to $650 beginning April 2, part of a global price hike across…
Content Creator Alanah Pearce Launches Charred Pictures in Partnership With Game Devs; ‘Faith: The Unholy Trinity’ Film Adaptation, Two More Movies in the Works (EXCLUSIVE)
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Popular content creator Alanah Pearce is launching Charred Pictures, an indie production company focused on involving game devs in film and TV adaptation projects. Charred Pictures’ initial slate includes three projects in various states of production: two movies based on gaming IP, and one original indie film…
Why it matters
Popular content creator Alanah Pearce is launching Charred Pictures, an indie production company focused on involving game devs in film and…