North West Previews New Music Sampling One of Ye’s Most Underrated Tracks
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North took it back to Kanye's electropop era.
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North took it back to Kanye's electropop era.
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Harry Styles Brings ‘Kiss All The Time’ Home With Manchester One Night Only Show: 7 Best Moments
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One Night Only Manchester felt like a triumph of reflection and release.
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One Night Only Manchester felt like a triumph of reflection and release.
Valve says it still plans to ship the Steam Machine in 2026
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A blog post from Valve on Friday initially seemed to throw cold water on the idea that the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Controller would arrive in 2026 at all. But Valve tells The Verge it did not mean to suggest that - and that all three pieces of hardware will indeed ship this […]
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A blog post from Valve on Friday initially seemed to throw cold water on the idea that the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Controller…
Data Reconstruction Quest Guide In Marathon
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The initial contracts you receive in Marathon are mostly fetch quests that don't require a ton of effort on your part. These contracts are either for CyberAcme, or they're the Liaison Contracts for new factions that you can join once you complete the "Welcome to Tau Ceti" contracts. However, after you've dipped your…
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The initial contracts you receive in Marathon are mostly fetch quests that don't require a ton of effort on your part. These contracts are…
Justin Herbert Says Girlfriend Madison Beer ‘Changed My Life Forever’ in Sweet Birthday Post
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The football player added that the singer is his "favorite person of all time."
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The football player added that the singer is his "favorite person of all time."
Sam Asghari Sounds Off on Ex-Wife Britney Spears’ DUI Arrest: ‘Everybody Deserves Privacy’
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The pop icon's ex-husband reacted to the shocking news during a Fox News appearance. Get all the details.
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The pop icon's ex-husband reacted to the shocking news during a Fox News appearance. Get all the details.
A Timeline of Madison Beer & Justin Herbert’s Relationship
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The pop singer and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback started dating in 2025.
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The pop singer and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback started dating in 2025.
Harry Styles’ One Night Only Setlist in Manchester: Every Song From His Live Comeback
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The pop star took over the Co-op Live for a special one-off gig on Friday (March 6).
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The pop star took over the Co-op Live for a special one-off gig on Friday (March 6).
Ben Stiller Asks White House to Remove ‘Tropic Thunder’ From Iran War Propaganda Video
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The actor-director objected to his hit comedy being included in a new video: "War is not a movie."
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The actor-director objected to his hit comedy being included in a new video: "War is not a movie."
WWE 2K26 Review - The Main Event Wrestling Game We Need Right Now
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It's been 13 years since 2K Sports took over the WWE license, starting with the release of WWE 2K14 back when we were all still playing wrestling games on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. In the time since, the franchise has evolved, crashed and burned, and risen from the ashes. Now, with WWE 2K26, the franchise is at a…
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It's been 13 years since 2K Sports took over the WWE license, starting with the release of WWE 2K14 back when we were all still playing…
Disney’s ‘Robin Hood’ Live-Action Remake Not Moving Forward, Says Director
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"It's dead, sadly," Carlos López Estrada revealed about the project that was first announced in 2020.
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"It's dead, sadly," Carlos López Estrada revealed about the project that was first announced in 2020.
5 Biggest Moments From Opening Night of Illenium’s Magnum Opus ‘Odyssey’ at Sphere
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The producer unveiled his dazzling new show Thursday night in Las Vegas.
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The producer unveiled his dazzling new show Thursday night in Las Vegas.
Kanye West Struggles to Stay Awake in Malibu Mansion Trial Testimony
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The musician now known as Ye yawned, closed his eyes, and appeared to catch his head falling forward more than once during his turn on the witness stand
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The musician now known as Ye yawned, closed his eyes, and appeared to catch his head falling forward more than once during his turn on the…
Steam Machine's 2026 Release Doesn't Sound Very Certain Anymore
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In early February, Valve confirmed that Steam Machine's launch was pushed out of its early 2026 release window due to the ongoing RAM shortages. At the time, Valve expressed confidence that a 2026 release was still on the table. But the latest word from Valve seems a little less confident that it's going to drop this…
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In early February, Valve confirmed that Steam Machine's launch was pushed out of its early 2026 release window due to the ongoing RAM…
Valve doesn't sound confident the Steam Machine will ship in 2026
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As part of a Year in Review blog detailing changes Valve made to Steam in 2025, the company shared a minor update on its hardware plans that doesn't sound good for anyone hoping to buy a Steam Machine, Steam Controller or Steam Frame in 2026. Specifically, the company is now opening up the possibility its new hardware…
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As part of a Year in Review blog detailing changes Valve made to Steam in 2025, the company shared a minor update on its hardware plans…
SZA Recalls Being Told She ‘Wouldn’t Beat Taylor Swift’ on the Charts, But ‘Anything Is Possible’
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The two stars competed for the top spot on the Billboard 200 in late 2022 and early 2023 with SOS and Midnights, respectively.
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The two stars competed for the top spot on the Billboard 200 in late 2022 and early 2023 with SOS and Midnights, respectively.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Will Take To The Skies, Visit Wutai
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Square Enix has yet to unveil Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, which will conclude the remake trilogy that began in 2020 with Final Fantasy 7 Remake. However, director Naoki Hamaguchi has shared some specifics about which locations will be featured in the finale, including at least one that wasn't in the last game.While…
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Square Enix has yet to unveil Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, which will conclude the remake trilogy that began in 2020 with Final Fantasy 7…
‘Heated Rivalry’ Cast, Demi Lovato & More Light Up GLAAD Media Awards 2026: Best Photos
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Lovato opened the show with a steamy rendition of "Kiss," a standout track from her Billboard 200 top 10 album 'It's Not That Deep.'
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Lovato opened the show with a steamy rendition of "Kiss," a standout track from her Billboard 200 top 10 album 'It's Not That Deep.'
KSI buys stake in Dagenham & Redbridge FC in bid to take them to Premier League
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"Reaching the Premier League would be a dream. And I believe it is 100% doable," he said The post KSI buys stake in Dagenham & Redbridge FC in bid to take them to Premier League appeared first on NME.
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"Reaching the Premier League would be a dream. And I believe it is 100% doable," he said The post KSI buys stake in Dagenham &…
Queen Latifah Shuts Down Death Hoax Rumors: ‘100 Percent A-Okay’
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An unfounded rumor circulated on social media about the rap legend's death earlier this week.
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An unfounded rumor circulated on social media about the rap legend's death earlier this week.
Netflix's version of Overcooked lets you play as Huntr/x
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Netflix's library of streamable party games is expanding today with a custom version of Overcooked! All You Can Eat. Netflix launched its cloud gaming program with games like Lego Party and Tetris Time Warp, but Overcooked feels a bit unique because it features a roster of Netflix-affiliated characters from KPop Demon…
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Netflix's library of streamable party games is expanding today with a custom version of Overcooked! All You Can Eat. Netflix launched its…
How To Increase Your Backpack Inventory Size In Marathon
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When you're playing an extraction shooter, your inventory is one of the most important elements that you need to manage. The main goal of most drops is to acquire as much loot as possible, and if you have a small inventory, then you can't take a ton of loot with you when you go to extract from the map. The same is…
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When you're playing an extraction shooter, your inventory is one of the most important elements that you need to manage. The main goal of…
How To Unlock Each Marathon Faction
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A major part of the gameplay loop in Marathon is interacting with the various factions that make up a large part of the game's lore. There are six total factions in Marathon, and each one offers unique upgrades, Armory purchases, and contracts that you can take on for extra loot and credits. By default, you only have…
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A major part of the gameplay loop in Marathon is interacting with the various factions that make up a large part of the game's lore. There…
Pokemon Pokopia - How To Restore Electricity And Complete Bleak Beach
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Pokemon Pokopia is all about building habitats and discovering new Pokemon. After completing the starting area called Withered Wastelands, you'll be able to advance through a gate and explore Bleak Beach. In this guide, we'll walk you through all the objectives for Bleak Beach, which asks you to "Brighten Things Up"…
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Pokemon Pokopia is all about building habitats and discovering new Pokemon. After completing the starting area called Withered Wastelands,…
Broadcast TV Scorecard 2026: What’s Renewed, Canceled and Still in Limbo
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Keep up to date with which series will return for the 2026-27 season and which ones are on the way out.
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Keep up to date with which series will return for the 2026-27 season and which ones are on the way out.
Grammarly is using our identities without permission
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Grammarly's "expert review" feature offers to give users writing advice "inspired by" subject matter experts, including recently deceased professors, as Wired reported on Wednesday. When I tried the feature out myself, I found some experts that came as a surprise for a different reason - one of them was my boss. The…
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Grammarly's "expert review" feature offers to give users writing advice "inspired by" subject matter experts, including recently deceased…
United Airlines to permanently ban flyers who don’t use headphones
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"Headphone dodgers" have become a more contentious issue in recent times, with some suggesting playing music out loud in public amounts to anti-social behaviour The post United Airlines to permanently ban flyers who don’t use headphones appeared first on NME.
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"Headphone dodgers" have become a more contentious issue in recent times, with some suggesting playing music out loud in public amounts to…
A GTA-Style Game Is Coming To Fortnite, And It's Not Shy About Its Inspiration
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Grand Theft Auto 6 doesn't arrive until this November, but Jogo Games has announced a GTA-like game that you can play very soon in Fortnite. The game is obviously riffing on GTA 6, as evidenced by the key art showing two characters sitting on a car like the official GTA 6 art depicting Jason and Lucia.Grand Heist…
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Grand Theft Auto 6 doesn't arrive until this November, but Jogo Games has announced a GTA-like game that you can play very soon in…
The best microSD Express card for the Switch 2 is the cheapest one you can find
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Unlike the original Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 requires microSD Express cards for storing and playing games. While physically identical to microSD cards (aside from a small, easy-to-miss “EX” emblem etched onto the front of the card, as highlighted in the main image above), microSD Express cards are significantly…
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Unlike the original Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 requires microSD Express cards for storing and playing games. While physically identical…
The Trump administration says it can’t process tariff refunds because of computer problems
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The US Customs and Border Protection says it currently can't comply with an order to process billions of dollars in refunds stemming from tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. In a filing on Friday, CBP executive director Brandon Lord says the agency's digital import processing system is "not well suited to a…
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The US Customs and Border Protection says it currently can't comply with an order to process billions of dollars in refunds stemming from…
Glassjaw announce one-off London headline show
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The post-hardcore legends are playing an extra show while they're in the UK for 2000trees this July The post Glassjaw announce one-off London headline show appeared first on NME.
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The post-hardcore legends are playing an extra show while they're in the UK for 2000trees this July The post Glassjaw announce one-off…
Nintendo is suing the US government over Trump's tariffs
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Nintendo of America is suing the US government, including the Department of Treasury, Department of Homeland Security and US Customs and Border Protection, over its tariff policy, Aftermath reports. The video game giant already raised prices on the Nintendo Switch in August 2025 in response to “market conditions,” but…
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Nintendo of America is suing the US government, including the Department of Treasury, Department of Homeland Security and US Customs and…
Legacy Of Kain: Defiance Remastered Review - Redeemer And Destroyer
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Fate and destiny are prominent themes throughout the twisting, time-hopping story of Legacy of Kain. And in that sense, it felt like protagonists Raziel and Kain were destined to remain absent from our lives forever--it's been 22 years since the release of the last game in the series, after all. It feels weird, then,…
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Fate and destiny are prominent themes throughout the twisting, time-hopping story of Legacy of Kain. And in that sense, it felt like…
Ambie Award-Winning Podcast ‘Wisecrack’ Gets TV Adaptation at UCP
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‘Severance’ EP Eli Jorné will write and executive produce the project.
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‘Severance’ EP Eli Jorné will write and executive produce the project.
Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: A beautiful laptop that excels at almost everything… except typing
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There is so much to love about Dell's new XPS 14, it's hard for me to discuss it without sounding like a total fanboy. Its new design makes it incredibly thin and light. And Intel's Panther Lake chips give it a ton of power, even when it comes to games. After reviving the XPS brand from last year's ignominious…
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There is so much to love about Dell's new XPS 14, it's hard for me to discuss it without sounding like a total fanboy. Its new design makes…
James G. Robinson, Producer and Morgan Creek Co-Founder, Dies at 90
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The Baltimore native spearheaded such films as 'Young Guns,' 'Major League,' 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective' and 'The Last of the Mohicans.'
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The Baltimore native spearheaded such films as 'Young Guns,' 'Major League,' 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective' and 'The Last of the Mohicans.'
See Mavis Staples, Hozier, Elvis Costello, Warren Haynes Sing ‘The Weight’
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Quartet assembled at star-studded Love Rocks NYC benefit concert, which also featured Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, and many others
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Quartet assembled at star-studded Love Rocks NYC benefit concert, which also featured Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, and many others
Harry Styles Is a Casual Action Hero in the New ‘American Girls’ Music Video
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The musician pulls off some crazy stunts (with the help of green screen and stunt doubles) in the new clip for the Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally track
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The musician pulls off some crazy stunts (with the help of green screen and stunt doubles) in the new clip for the Kiss All the Time.…
Nintendo is suing the US government for a refund of Trump’s illegal tariffs
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Nintendo of America is suing the US government over President Trump's tariffs and is demanding a "prompt refund, with interest" of any duties that it has paid, according to a complaint filed in the US Court of International Trade, as reported previously by Aftermath. The Supreme Court ruled last month that Trump's use…
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Nintendo of America is suing the US government over President Trump's tariffs and is demanding a "prompt refund, with interest" of any…
Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan facing constant body-shaming is “so fucking boring”
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"It’s really hard when you work on something for months and months of your life, you don’t see your family, you really dedicate yourself and then it comes down to what you look like" The post Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan facing constant body-shaming is “so fucking boring” appeared first on NME.
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"It’s really hard when you work on something for months and months of your life, you don’t see your family, you really dedicate yourself…
The best deals on MacBooks right now
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It’s 2026, and that means Apple sells MacBooks equipped with not just its capable M-series processors but A-series chips that were previously exclusive to the iPhone. With the MacBook Neo starting at $599, the company now offers a wider range of options with more sizes and price points than ever before, all of which…
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It’s 2026, and that means Apple sells MacBooks equipped with not just its capable M-series processors but A-series chips that were…
Another Xbox Game Jumps To PS5 And Switch 2 Very Soon
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South of Midnight will be the latest Xbox game to come to a rival system when it lands on PS5 and Switch 2 on March 31. The release date was confirmed today, following the previous announcement that South of Midnight was headed to PS5 and Switch 2 in Spring 2026.Developed by the Microsoft-owned Compulsion Games, South…
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South of Midnight will be the latest Xbox game to come to a rival system when it lands on PS5 and Switch 2 on March 31. The release date…
The AI Doc is an overwrought hype piece for doomers and accelerationists alike
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We are in the thick of a massive push to incorporate generative AI into almost every aspect of our lives, but it is still easy to be confused about what it is and how it works. It doesn't help that many of gen AI's proponents and detractors both speak about it with a feverish hyperbole […]
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We are in the thick of a massive push to incorporate generative AI into almost every aspect of our lives, but it is still easy to be…
‘Love Story’ Creator Connor Hines Explains His (and Your and My) Kennedy Obsession
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The 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette' showrunner talks artistic liberties, Jackie O and the heated conversation around clothing choices.
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The 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette' showrunner talks artistic liberties, Jackie O and the heated conversation around…
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC
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Samsung caught flak for the Galaxy Buds 3. The company’s mimicry of Apple’s AirPods was all too obvious last year when it opted for a stem or “blade” design after several generations of putting touch controls on the main housing of its earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro continue that trajectory, as…
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Samsung caught flak for the Galaxy Buds 3. The company’s mimicry of Apple’s AirPods was all too obvious last year when it opted for a stem…
WoW Housing Decor Bundles Are Giving Players Sticker Shock
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World of Warcraft's new Midnight expansion is in full swing along with its long-awaited player-housing system, and it didn't take long for Blizzard to begin selling some pricey microtransactions related to the feature.It was just a few weeks ago that the only decor available for purchase using WoW's new Hearthsteel…
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World of Warcraft's new Midnight expansion is in full swing along with its long-awaited player-housing system, and it didn't take long for…
Seth MacFarlane on ‘Ted’ Season 2’s Abortion Episode, Using AI to Play Bill Clinton and That Final Scene
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The Peacock series' creator and voice star tells The Hollywood Reporter why a cameo impacts the chances for season three: "The book is sort of closed."
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The Peacock series' creator and voice star tells The Hollywood Reporter why a cameo impacts the chances for season three: "The book is sort…
‘Outlander’ Season 8: Here’s How to Watch the Final Season Online
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Now in its final season, the historical fiction series based on Diana Gabaldon’s best-selling romance novels sees the end — season 8 premieres on Friday, Mar. 6.
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Now in its final season, the historical fiction series based on Diana Gabaldon’s best-selling romance novels sees the end — season 8…
Xbox Project Helix Could Be $900 Or Higher, Says Analyst
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Earlier this week, Microsoft announced its next Xbox, which is codenamed Project Helix. Aside from its ability to play Xbox and PC games, there haven't been many details released about it. But according to analyst and Kantan Games founder Dr. Serkan Toto, the price for Project Helix could be $900 or even higher."The…
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Earlier this week, Microsoft announced its next Xbox, which is codenamed Project Helix. Aside from its ability to play Xbox and PC games,…
Nintendo Is Suing The US Government Over Illegal Tariffs
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Last month, the United States Supreme Court declared President Trump's tariffs levied under the IEEPA to be illegal. By that point, billions of dollars in now-illegal tariffs had already been collected, leaving the question open as to what will happen to those funds. Several companies have already sued the US…
Why it matters
Last month, the United States Supreme Court declared President Trump's tariffs levied under the IEEPA to be illegal. By that point,…
Pokémon Pokopia review: Possibly the most charming Pokémon game yet
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One of the biggest issues with mainline Pokémon games is that you're often so focused on catching, battling and trying to be the very best that you don't have time to stop and smell the flowers. But in Pokémon Pokopia, you're rewarded for doing just that while building a loving community of friendly monsters. The game…
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One of the biggest issues with mainline Pokémon games is that you're often so focused on catching, battling and trying to be the very best…
Seth MacFarlane Used AI to Turn Himself Into a Creepily Realistic Bill Clinton
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The 'Family Guy' creator has thrown 'Ted' fans with a '90s-era Clinton that some thought was real footage: "It was the only way to look like Clinton."
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The 'Family Guy' creator has thrown 'Ted' fans with a '90s-era Clinton that some thought was real footage: "It was the only way to look…
Resident Evil Requiem’s Star Wars-Level Pandering Drags the Whole Game Down
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Nestled in a cabinet deep inside Resident Evil Requiem’s ruined Raccoon City Police Department lies an off-brand console, approximating the original PlayStation or Sega Saturn. Studious players can find this knockoff system surrounded by all manner of Capcom games from the era, like Mega Man 8 and Street Fighter 2…
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Nestled in a cabinet deep inside Resident Evil Requiem’s ruined Raccoon City Police Department lies an off-brand console, approximating the…
Paramount+ Greenlights New Garfield Animated Series Featuring Lamorne Morris
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The latest entertainment title to feature Jim Davis’ iconic cat follows Sony’s 2024 ‘The Garfield Movie,’ which had a lackluster performance at the box office.
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The latest entertainment title to feature Jim Davis’ iconic cat follows Sony’s 2024 ‘The Garfield Movie,’ which had a lackluster…
Ryan Gosling Surprises Eva Mendes With Birthday Serenade on ‘Tonight Show’ With Jimmy Fallon
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The private couple shared the stage during Gosling’s appearance on ‘The Tonight Show’ in New York where he was promoting ‘Project Hail Mary’ ahead of hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ this weekend.
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The private couple shared the stage during Gosling’s appearance on ‘The Tonight Show’ in New York where he was promoting ‘Project Hail…
Cyberpunk 2077 Isn't Done With Fortnite Yet
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Fortnite's collaboration with Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a new wave of cosmetics--or at least that's what the Epic Games Store seems to be teasing with a cryptic five-second video it posted on Twitter Friday morning.Good morning, Night City! We've got a surprise for you... pic.twitter.com/L40iI56Amx — Epic Games Store…
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Fortnite's collaboration with Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a new wave of cosmetics--or at least that's what the Epic Games Store seems to be…
You can already save up to $50 on the new M4 iPad Air
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In case you missed it, Apple announced a host of new devices this week, including both a new phone and a cheaper laptop. It also unveiled the M4-powered iPad Air, which is already receiving a preorder discount ahead of its March 11th debut. Right now, the 128GB / Wi-Fi model is available at Amazon, Best […]
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In case you missed it, Apple announced a host of new devices this week, including both a new phone and a cheaper laptop. It also unveiled…
Lana Condor Set to Reprise ‘To All The Boys’ Role in ‘XO, Kitty’ Season 3
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Lara Jean Covey is heading back to TV screens as Lana Condor returns to the ‘To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before’ universe for season three of the film’s spinoff show.
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Lara Jean Covey is heading back to TV screens as Lana Condor returns to the ‘To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before’ universe for season three…
SheBelieves Cup 2026 on Sling TV: How to Watch Team USA vs. Colombia Live Online
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Women's soccer fans can save big and livestream all of the action on the pitch with Sling TV.
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Women's soccer fans can save big and livestream all of the action on the pitch with Sling TV.
Christian Bale’s Frankenstein was inspired by Sid Vicious and Richey Edwards: “I’m a massive Manics fan”
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He plays a more stylised version of the classic character in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ‘The Bride!' The post Christian Bale’s Frankenstein was inspired by Sid Vicious and Richey Edwards: “I’m a massive Manics fan” appeared first on NME.
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He plays a more stylised version of the classic character in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ‘The Bride!' The post Christian Bale’s Frankenstein…
New book to present “a lyrical portrait of Susie Cave” with words by Nick Cave and photos by Dominique Issermann
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“This is a book about love, in all its shades” The post New book to present “a lyrical portrait of Susie Cave” with words by Nick Cave and photos by Dominique Issermann appeared first on NME.
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“This is a book about love, in all its shades” The post New book to present “a lyrical portrait of Susie Cave” with words by…
The Opera and Ballet Communities Haven’t Taken Those Timothée Chalamet Comments Well: “We Should Be Trying to Uplift These Art Forms”
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The 'Marty Supreme' star is taking some heat after a clip from his conversation with Matthew McConaughey resurfaced and showed Chalamet saying "no one cares" about ballet or opera.
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The 'Marty Supreme' star is taking some heat after a clip from his conversation with Matthew McConaughey resurfaced and showed Chalamet…
‘Melania’: First Lady’s Doc Sets March Debut on Prime Video After Quietly Wrapping Theatrical Run
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The Brett Ratner-directed documentary has earned north of $16.4 million at the U.S. box office since Amazon MGM opened the film in early February.
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The Brett Ratner-directed documentary has earned north of $16.4 million at the U.S. box office since Amazon MGM opened the film in early…
COPPA 2.0 passes the Senate again, unanimously this time
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Today the US Senate unanimously passed proposed legislation known as COPPA 2.0. This measure, fully named the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, aims to create new protections for younger users online, such as blocking platforms from collecting their personal data without consent. COPPA 2.0 is a…
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Today the US Senate unanimously passed proposed legislation known as COPPA 2.0. This measure, fully named the Children and Teens’ Online…
Capcom's long-delayed Pragmata is now arriving a week earlier
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Capcom revealed during its March 5 Spotlight showcase that Pragmata, its repeatedly delayed dystopian sci-fi adventure game, will release on April 17 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam. The game had been set for April 24 since its appearance at The Game Awards in December. The…
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Capcom revealed during its March 5 Spotlight showcase that Pragmata, its repeatedly delayed dystopian sci-fi adventure game, will release…
Check out Anne Hathaway singing Charli XCX-penned track ‘Burial’ from the ‘Mother Mary’ soundtrack
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Jack Antonoff and FKA Twigs also helped pen the music for the new A24 film The post Check out Anne Hathaway singing Charli XCX-penned track ‘Burial’ from the ‘Mother Mary’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
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Jack Antonoff and FKA Twigs also helped pen the music for the new A24 film The post Check out Anne Hathaway singing Charli XCX-penned track…
Watch the poignant first trailer for Marianne Faithfull docudrama ‘Broken English’
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The film comes to cinemas on March 20 The post Watch the poignant first trailer for Marianne Faithfull docudrama ‘Broken English’ appeared first on NME.
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The film comes to cinemas on March 20 The post Watch the poignant first trailer for Marianne Faithfull docudrama ‘Broken English’ appeared…
The Trump phone was a no-show at the world’s biggest mobile show
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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. This time, we tried, and failed, to find it at the world's biggest mobile trade show. This week Barcelona was taken over by the tech industry as Mobile World Congress…
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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…
Trump’s surgeon general nominee is running the wellness grifter playbook perfectly
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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. We'll be taking a break next week and will back March 20th. Opt in for Optimizer here. On the surface, the wellness…
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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…
Rad Power Bikes gets a new owner, pledge to build bikes in the US
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Life EV has completed a court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes, granting a second life to the troubled e-bike brand. The Florida-based Life EV now owns Rad’s brand, intellectual property, inventory and certain unspecified operating assets, and will continue to operate as Rad Power Bikes in the US, with plans to…
Why it matters
Life EV has completed a court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes, granting a second life to the troubled e-bike brand. The…
‘GTA’-Inspired ‘Grand Heist City’ Game to Launch on Fortnite From Typical Gamer’s JOGO Studios, KitBash3D (EXCLUSIVE)
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Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his company’s new super-size map “Grand Heist City” later this month. Described as the Typical Gamer-founded JOGO Studios’ “most ambitious project” to date,…
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Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his…
Apple Music will know let you know if you’re listening to music made with AI
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The new feature will come into effect soon and was done to help “maintain a level and fair playing field for all creators and content providers alike” The post Apple Music will know let you know if you’re listening to music made with AI appeared first on NME.
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The new feature will come into effect soon and was done to help “maintain a level and fair playing field for all creators and content…
Hollywood Is Suddenly Taking UFOs Seriously, With Rival “Disclosure” Projects in the Works (Exclusive)
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A "historically anchored" Roswell movie is coming, while filmmakers ranging from Steven Spielberg to Joseph Kosinski tout upcoming UAP-themed titles: "This movie is going to blow people's minds."
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A "historically anchored" Roswell movie is coming, while filmmakers ranging from Steven Spielberg to Joseph Kosinski tout upcoming…
Engadget Podcast: Is the MacBook Neo the one?
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It's been a wild week for Apple. After announcing a slew of new hardware, the company capped things off with its cheapest laptop ever: the $599 MacBook Neo. It's low on specs, but high on character and value. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham dive into the MacBook Neo, as well as the…
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It's been a wild week for Apple. After announcing a slew of new hardware, the company capped things off with its cheapest laptop ever: the…
Academy President and CEO Tease Oscars: Conan’s Return, Special Celebrations of ‘Sinners’ and ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ More (Exclusive)
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Ahead of the March 15 telecast, Lynette Howell Taylor and Bill Kramer speak with THR about the show they're hard at work preparing.
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Ahead of the March 15 telecast, Lynette Howell Taylor and Bill Kramer speak with THR about the show they're hard at work preparing.
Neighbourhood Festival 2026: Keo and Florence Road lead first wave of line-up
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Manchester's biggest multi-venue festival returns this autumn The post Neighbourhood Festival 2026: Keo and Florence Road lead first wave of line-up appeared first on NME.
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Manchester's biggest multi-venue festival returns this autumn The post Neighbourhood Festival 2026: Keo and Florence Road lead first wave…
The Morning After: Apple takes on cheap Windows laptops and Chromebooks with the $599 MacBook Neo
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Right off the back of the iPhone 17e, new iPads and MacBook Airs, Apple also announced a keenly priced new laptop. The MacBook Neo is a multi-colored low-cost Mac ($599), running on an iPhone chipset with most but not all of the hardware features you find on the MacBook Air and Pro. All models of the MacBook Neo ship…
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Right off the back of the iPhone 17e, new iPads and MacBook Airs, Apple also announced a keenly priced new laptop. The MacBook Neo is a…
UK government delays AI copyright rules amid artist outcry
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The UK government is working on a controversial data bill that would allow AI companies like Google and OpenAI to train their models on copyrighted materials without consent. However, following a two month consultation, it looks like passage of the law will be delayed. "Copyright is going to be kicked down the…
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The UK government is working on a controversial data bill that would allow AI companies like Google and OpenAI to train their models on…
‘Hex’ Appeal: Doc Brings the Noise, Following the Rise of Female Black Metal Band Witch Club Satan
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Maja Holand's doc, getting its international premiere at Thessaloniki on Friday before heading to Copenhagen, shows three Norwegian women, who don't know how to play music, form a coven and scream their way to major festivals.
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Maja Holand's doc, getting its international premiere at Thessaloniki on Friday before heading to Copenhagen, shows three Norwegian women,…
‘War Machine’ Review: Alan Ritchson’s Charisma Can’t Save This Hopelessly Basic Netflix Sci-Fi Actioner
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A U.S. Army Ranger team does battle with a giant alien robot in a movie co-starring Dennis Quaid, Esai Morales and Jai Courtney.
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A U.S. Army Ranger team does battle with a giant alien robot in a movie co-starring Dennis Quaid, Esai Morales and Jai Courtney.
Jennifer Lopez, David Guetta Team Up for Anthemic Single ‘Save Me Tonight’
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Lopez will livestream a performance of the track as she kicks off the second phrase of her Las Vegas residency this evening
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Lopez will livestream a performance of the track as she kicks off the second phrase of her Las Vegas residency this evening
Anthropic says it will challenge Defense Department's supply chain risk designation in court
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In a new blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has admitted that it received a letter from the Defense Department, officially labeling it a supply chain risk. He said he doesn’t “believe this action is legally sound,” and that his company sees “no choice” but to challenge it in court. Hours before Amodei published the…
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In a new blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has admitted that it received a letter from the Defense Department, officially labeling it a…
‘Are You Listening Yet?’ Harry Styles’ New Album Is Finally Here
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Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. marks Styles’ first new record in four years
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Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. marks Styles’ first new record in four years
Christina Applegate: Will Ferrell and Adam McKay Gave Me Parts of Their ‘Anchorman’ Salaries After “Offensive” Studio Offer
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The actress starred in the 2004 comedy alongside Ferrell.
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The actress starred in the 2004 comedy alongside Ferrell.
John Mayer Launches Grateful Dead Listening Party for Fans Following Bob Weir’s Death
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Mayer will be playing two hours of Grateful Dead and Dead & Company music on Sundays via his SiriusXM channel
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Mayer will be playing two hours of Grateful Dead and Dead & Company music on Sundays via his SiriusXM channel
X's Exclusive Threads feature lets creators paywall the end of tweet threads
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Today, X announced some updates to its creator subscriptions platform. The leading change gives participating accounts the option to make part of tweet threads only visible to subscribers. This new Creator Subscriptions feature is called Exclusive Threads, an ironic name choice given X's main text-based social media…
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Today, X announced some updates to its creator subscriptions platform. The leading change gives participating accounts the option to make…
Amazon.com is on the mend after experiencing technical issues
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Amazon's website appears to be stabilizing after experiencing technical issues that kept users from logging in and prevented prices from displaying correctly. DownDetector reported a spike of outage reports around 2PM ET, but as of 5:56PM ET, user complaints have fallen significantly.The Amazon.com homepage currently…
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Amazon's website appears to be stabilizing after experiencing technical issues that kept users from logging in and prevented prices from…
‘Let Me Go to Work’: Harry Styles Preps Live Debut of His New Album in ‘One Night in Manchester’ Trailer
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Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. arrives on Friday
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Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. arrives on Friday
Bianca Censori Testifies About Ye and Stripped-Down Malibu Mansion: ‘He Didn’t Like Stairs’
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The enigmatic performance artist took the stand after construction worker Tony Saxon sued her husband
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The enigmatic performance artist took the stand after construction worker Tony Saxon sued her husband
Courtney Love Confirms Hole Aren’t Reuniting Yet Again
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Artist walks back her own hints that her upcoming shows with onetime Hole bassist Melissa Auf der Maur was a reunion
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Artist walks back her own hints that her upcoming shows with onetime Hole bassist Melissa Auf der Maur was a reunion
Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games
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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is gearing up to spill the beans on Microsoft’s next-generation console. In a post on X today, she revealed that the system is codenamed “Project Helix.” Confirming previous rumors, she says it will “lead in performance” and play both console and PC games. Sharma also notes that she’ll be…
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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is gearing up to spill the beans on Microsoft’s next-generation console. In a post on X today, she revealed that the…
How to watch Frost Fatales 2026, kicking off on March 8
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It feels like we could all use a little (or a large) boost of joy and optimism right now, so it's a perfect coincidence that a Games Done Quick event is on the horizon. Frost Fatales 2026 is running from March 8 through March 14. This week-long livestream will be raising money for the National Women's Law Center, a…
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It feels like we could all use a little (or a large) boost of joy and optimism right now, so it's a perfect coincidence that a Games Done…
The Playdate Catalog's 3-year anniversary sale is here
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If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from limbo: Panic is running a two-week-long sale on the Playdate Catalog to celebrate its three-year anniversary. Sure, the majority of Playdate games are pretty cheap as is, but they can…
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If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from…
Google reportedly muzzles Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney until 2032
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Epic Games’ courtroom battle with Google is over, but it’s reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years for years to come. According to The Verge, part of the settlement terms Epic had signed has a clause stating that Epic and Sweeney will have to speak positively about Google’s…
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Epic Games’ courtroom battle with Google is over, but it’s reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years…
Roku is launching a trivia game called... Roklue?
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Who needs Half-Life 3 or Beyond Good & Evil 2? Roku, in an attempt to gamify content discovery on its platform, has cooked up a gaming announcement for the ages. Behold: Roklue. Yes, that's a real name that someone with a job title and (likely high) salary came up with.Roklue (shudder) will quiz players on…
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Who needs Half-Life 3 or Beyond Good & Evil 2? Roku, in an attempt to gamify content discovery on its platform, has cooked up a gaming…
Netflix just bought an AI startup founded by Ben Affleck
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Netflix has acquired an AI filmmaking startup called InterPositive, according to a report by Variety. This is a company that was founded by actor Ben Affleck back in 2022. Don't worry if you haven't heard of it. Affleck has been operating the company in stealth mode for the past few years, so this is pretty much it's…
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Netflix has acquired an AI filmmaking startup called InterPositive, according to a report by Variety. This is a company that was founded by…
Meta hit with a class action lawsuit over smart glasses' privacy claims
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Meta is facing a class action lawsuit for false advertising related to its AI glasses following reports about the company's use of human contractors to review footage captured from users' glasses. The lawsuit, filed Wednesday in federal court in San Francisco, alleges that Meta's claims about the devices' privacy…
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Meta is facing a class action lawsuit for false advertising related to its AI glasses following reports about the company's use of human…
I hope you like spreadsheets, because GPT-5.4 loves them
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OpenAI is releasing a new model today, and like GPT-5.2 before it, GPT-5.4 is all about professional work. OpenAI is calling GPT-5.4 its most capable frontier model for tasks like coding and data analysis. OpenAI claims the new model produced presentations with stronger, more varied aesthetics and made more effective…
Why it matters
OpenAI is releasing a new model today, and like GPT-5.2 before it, GPT-5.4 is all about professional work. OpenAI is calling GPT-5.4 its…
The National Videogame Museum has acquired the mythical Nintendo Playstation
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It might sound like the stuff of daydreams now, but once upon a time it was briefly the very real intention of Sony and Nintendo to collaborate on a console. Nicknamed the Nintendo PlayStation, the idea was that a new CD-ROM format backed by Sony would be added to the cartridge-based Super NES, resulting in a hybrid…
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It might sound like the stuff of daydreams now, but once upon a time it was briefly the very real intention of Sony and Nintendo to…
Range Media Partners Launches Game Publishing Division Led by Industry Veteran Ben Jones (EXCLUSIVE)
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Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly created game publishing division. The move makes Range the first entertainment management firm to offer game development and publishing capabilities, according to the company. Range…
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Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly…
Google begins calling out battery-killing Android apps
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Google is living up to its word and posting warning labels for battery-killing apps. 9to5Google spotted Google's rollout announcement, which the company previously said would arrive on March 1.The label says, “This app may use more battery than expected due to high background activity.” If you don't yet see the…
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Google is living up to its word and posting warning labels for battery-killing apps. 9to5Google spotted Google's rollout announcement,…
Google pledges roughly three hours of its annual profit to fight climate change
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Google has pledged "at least" $50 million through 2030 on "projects designed to eliminate superpollutants." The company will be joined by a handful of other companies including Amazon and Salesforce in the newly formed Superpollutant Action Initiative. In total, these companies have committed $100…
Why it matters
Google has pledged "at least" $50 million through 2030 on "projects designed to eliminate superpollutants." The company…
Canadian government says OpenAI will take further steps to strengthen safety protocols
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The Canadian government says that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has agreed to take steps to immediately strengthen safety protocols, according to a report by Wall Street Journal. This follows a mass shooting incident at a high school in which OpenAI flagged the suspect and suspended his account, but did not alert…
Why it matters
The Canadian government says that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has agreed to take steps to immediately strengthen safety protocols, according to a…
Oura buys gesture-navigation startup DoublePoint
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Smart ring maker Oura has acquired Doublepoint, a company that specializes in gesture recognition for wearables. The Finnish startup uses smartwatches and wristbands as examples of products that benefit from its technology, but Oura will clearly be looking to incorporate it into its rings, in theory allowing you to…
Why it matters
Smart ring maker Oura has acquired Doublepoint, a company that specializes in gesture recognition for wearables. The Finnish startup uses…
Britney Spears Arrested for Alleged DUI of a ‘Combination of Drugs and Alcohol,’ Per Authorities
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The singer was released from custody overnight
Why it matters
The singer was released from custody overnight
Everything you need to know about streaming F1 on Apple TV
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We’ve known Apple would follow up its blockbuster film F1: The Movie with live coverage of F1 races in 2026. Now that we’re approaching the first grand prix weekend of the year, the company has provided details on what fans can expect to see inside the Apple TV app and beyond. There’s already a dedicated F1 channel in…
Why it matters
We’ve known Apple would follow up its blockbuster film F1: The Movie with live coverage of F1 races in 2026. Now that we’re approaching the…
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: The stealth upgrade
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You'd be forgiven for thinking that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks a lot like the last four models. That's because it does, right down to its general design and rear camera layout. But on Samsung's latest flagship phone, some stealthy upgrades are hidden beneath its classic blocky silhouette that might go…
Why it matters
You'd be forgiven for thinking that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks a lot like the last four models. That's because it does, right down…
Kena: Bridge of Spirits is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this spring
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One of the big surprises to come out of Sony’s recent State of Play showcase was the announcement of a sequel to 2021’s Kena Bridge of Spirits, the impressive debut from indie studio Ember Lab. If you missed the first game and want to catch up before its successor launches on PC and PS5 later this year, it’s coming to…
Why it matters
One of the big surprises to come out of Sony’s recent State of Play showcase was the announcement of a sequel to 2021’s Kena Bridge of…
BMW’s i3 prototype conquers the ice with power and technology
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For an electric car to survive in this incentive-free, tariff-laden, emissions-loving world, it has to be very, very good. It also helps if it's priced right, and looking great doesn't hurt either. Unfortunately for BMW's latest EV, the i3 sedan, we still can't say much about those last two questions. BMW hasn't…
Why it matters
For an electric car to survive in this incentive-free, tariff-laden, emissions-loving world, it has to be very, very good. It also helps if…
Anthropic is reportedly back in talks with the Defense Department
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Anthropic is reportedly trying to reach a new deal with the US Defense Department, which could prevent the government from labeling it a supply chain risk. According to Financial Times and Bloomberg, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has resumed talks with the agency over the use of its AI models. In particular, the…
Why it matters
Anthropic is reportedly trying to reach a new deal with the US Defense Department, which could prevent the government from labeling it a…
Nothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on: A premium design with a price to match the Pixel 10a
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Nothing has announced its latest premium midrange device, the Phone 4a Pro. The company says it's the thinnest full-metal phone on the market, measuring in at 7.95mm. It also looks notably different from the prior A-series phones – and pretty much any of the company's phones to date. It features an aluminum unibody…
Why it matters
Nothing has announced its latest premium midrange device, the Phone 4a Pro. The company says it's the thinnest full-metal phone on the…
Apple Music can now flag AI content, but only if distributors elect to label it
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While music streaming apps like Bandcamp, Spotify and Deezer have taken steps to inform users about AI-generated content, we haven't heard much out of Apple Music in that regard. However, Apple Music has now introduced "Transparency Tags" designed to show listeners if any elements were generated in whole or…
Why it matters
While music streaming apps like Bandcamp, Spotify and Deezer have taken steps to inform users about AI-generated content, we haven't heard…
Nothing Phone 4a hands-on: A more technically accomplished entry-level smartphone
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Nothing is back with two new smartphones, the entry-level Phone 4a and the mid-range Phone 4a Pro. With the base 4a in particular, there’s no shortage of substantial hardware upgrades since the 3a, even if the design doesn’t quite stand out as much. This year, that’s apparently the role of the Nothing Phone 4a Pro.…
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Nothing is back with two new smartphones, the entry-level Phone 4a and the mid-range Phone 4a Pro. With the base 4a in particular, there’s…
Nothing's new over-ear headphones can pump out the jams for five days on a single charge
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Nothing just revealed a new pair of over-ear headphones as a relatively budget-friendly alternative to the pre-existing Headphone 1. The Headphone (a) earphones feature a similar design language to the company's previous cans, but with more color. As a matter of fact, these will be available in four colors, including…
Why it matters
Nothing just revealed a new pair of over-ear headphones as a relatively budget-friendly alternative to the pre-existing Headphone 1. The…
Nothing's Phone 4a Pro picks up flagship features and an even brighter display for $499
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Back in January, Nothing shared that it wouldn't be releasing its flagship Nothing Phone 4 in 2026, and instead focusing on follow-ups to its midrange Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro. After some expected teasing, those sequels have arrived: the Phone 4a Pro and Phone 4a. And like Nothing's previous devices, they seem like…
Why it matters
Back in January, Nothing shared that it wouldn't be releasing its flagship Nothing Phone 4 in 2026, and instead focusing on follow-ups to…
Big tech companies agree to not ruin your electric bill with AI data centers
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Today the White House announced that several major players in tech and AI have agreed to steps that will keep electricity costs from rising due to data centers. Under this Ratepayer Protection Pledge, companies are agreeing to practices that are intended to protect residents from seeing higher electricity costs as…
Why it matters
Today the White House announced that several major players in tech and AI have agreed to steps that will keep electricity costs from rising…
Mark Zuckerberg downplays Meta's own research in New Mexico child safety trial
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Jurors in a New Mexico child safety trial heard testimony from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg today. During pre-recorded testimony, Zuckerberg was repeatedly asked about the company's understanding of social media addiction and other issues that had been studied by its researchers. During the deposition, which was…
Why it matters
Jurors in a New Mexico child safety trial heard testimony from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg today. During pre-recorded testimony, Zuckerberg…
Bill Gates-backed TerraPower begins nuclear reactor construction
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted approval to TerraPower to begin construction of a reactor in Wyoming. The project is the first new US commercial nuclear reactor in about a decade, according to The New York Times. TerraPower was founded by Bill Gates, and it took years for the business to receive…
Why it matters
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted approval to TerraPower to begin construction of a reactor in Wyoming. The project is the…
Assassin's Creed Unity is getting a free 60 fps patch tomorrow
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Ubisoft shared its upcoming plans for the Assassin's Creed franchise today. Along with the news of a remake for its piratical entry, the game company also announced that a visual upgrade is coming for a title from way back in 2014. Assassin's Creed Unity will receive a free patch tomorrow to offer 60 fps performance…
Why it matters
Ubisoft shared its upcoming plans for the Assassin's Creed franchise today. Along with the news of a remake for its piratical entry, the…
LG reveals pricing for its 2026 OLED TVs
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Now for the news you've been waiting with bated breath for: LG's 2026 TVs from CES finally have prices. (Well, some of them do, anyway.) Surprisingly, the evo G6 and C6 series OLED TVs aren't increasing in cost from last year's models. But the bad news is, they’re still expensive as all get-out.The flagship LG evo G6…
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Now for the news you've been waiting with bated breath for: LG's 2026 TVs from CES finally have prices. (Well, some of them do, anyway.)…
Google ends its 30 percent app store fee and welcomes third-party app stores
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Google is officially doing away with its 30 percent cut of Play Store transactions, and rolling out changes to how third-party app stores and alternate billing systems will be handled by Android. Some of these tweaks were proposed as part of the settlement the company reached with Epic in November 2025, but rather…
Why it matters
Google is officially doing away with its 30 percent cut of Play Store transactions, and rolling out changes to how third-party app stores…
Ooni debuts a rotating stone for its Koda 2 pizza ovens
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When cooking pizza with the high heat of an outdoor oven, you have to rotate your pies to ensure even cooking. That’s usually done by hand, but Ooni’s latest accessory automates the process. The company announced the Rotating Stone for its Koda 2 lineup, which helps distribute heat evenly across the surface of a pizza…
Why it matters
When cooking pizza with the high heat of an outdoor oven, you have to rotate your pies to ensure even cooking. That’s usually done by hand,…
OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to Windows
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At the start of February, OpenAI upgraded its Codex coding app to give it the ability to manage multiple AI agents. At the same time, it released a standalone macOS app. If you've been patiently waiting for Windows to get that same treatment, OpenAI just released a dedicated Codex app for Microsoft's operating…
Why it matters
At the start of February, OpenAI upgraded its Codex coding app to give it the ability to manage multiple AI agents. At the same time, it…
Ubisoft confirms Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake
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Ubisoft has officially confirmed that it's working on a remake of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag. This remake has been rumored for years. After all, the 2013 original is one of the most beloved entries in the franchise. The official title is Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, and that's about all we know for sure.…
Why it matters
Ubisoft has officially confirmed that it's working on a remake of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag. This remake has been rumored for years.…
MacBook Neo vs. M5 MacBook Air: All the trade-offs you'll make to save $500
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Apple is looking to gain a foothold in the more budget-friendly end of the laptop market with the MacBook Neo. The system starts at $599, which is darn inexpensive for an Apple laptop — it even has the same starting price as the M4 iPad Air. As such, the MacBook Neo should help Apple compete with cheap Windows laptops…
Why it matters
Apple is looking to gain a foothold in the more budget-friendly end of the laptop market with the MacBook Neo. The system starts at $599,…
Humble Games' former bosses buy the studio's back catalog
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Humble Games' library has returned home, so to speak. Indie publisher Good Games Group (GGG), led by former Humble leaders, has acquired the full back catalog of over 50 Humble Games titles from Ziff Davis. Alongside the purchase, GGG has rebranded to Balor Games, positioning itself as a force in "triple-I"…
Why it matters
Humble Games' library has returned home, so to speak. Indie publisher Good Games Group (GGG), led by former Humble leaders, has acquired…
Google Pixel 10a review: Small changes, but still great value
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Over the past few years, Google's A-series Pixel phones have consistently been some of the best midrange phones you can buy. But with the AI boom causing memory shortages and the price of consumer electronics to rise, including smartphones, affordable devices like the Pixel 10a are more important than ever.…
Why it matters
Over the past few years, Google's A-series Pixel phones have consistently been some of the best midrange phones you can buy. But with the…
‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Maisy Stella, Tatum Grace Hopkins as Chloe and Max (EXCLUSIVE)
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The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins have been cast in the roles of Chloe and Max, respectively. The show was first reported to be set up at Prime Video in September 2025. Per the…
Why it matters
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that…
Wildlight Entertainment’s ‘Highguard’ to Shut Down After Just Two Months (Gaming News Roundup)
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“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the game first debuted earlier this year on Jan. 26.  “Since launch, more than 2 million players stepped into ‘Highguard’s’ world. You shared feedback, created…
Why it matters
“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the…
‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Star Angela Sant’Albano Talks Grace’s Twist Ending, Reuniting With [SPOILER] for Potential Future Games
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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27 from Capcom. Gamers who spent their weekends playing through the jump scares and zombie fights in “Resident Evil Requiem” know that the survival horror title amounted…
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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27…
‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Launches (Gaming News Roundup)
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“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise from developer Capcom brings players back to Racoon City with tense gameplay, immersive mysteries and the return of fan-favorite characters. The game follows FBI intelligence analyst…
Why it matters
“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise…
‘Pokémon’ Reveals New Games, ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves,’ With 2027 Release Date and 10th Generation Starters
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The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th anniversary livestream, the company unveiled the first look at the long-awaited 10th generation, “Winds” and “Waves.” The three starter Pokémon and a look at the…
Why it matters
The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th…
Ahead of $55 Billion Go-Private Deal, Electronic Arts Leads Video Game Publishers With Most Game Downloads in 2025
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Soon-to-be privately-owned game publisher and developer Electronic Arts saw the most PC/console game downloads of the year of any game publisher with over 200 million units sold, according to Sensor Tower’s 2026 State of Gaming Report, released on Wednesday. Additionally, EA, which is set to close its $55 billion…
Why it matters
Soon-to-be privately-owned game publisher and developer Electronic Arts saw the most PC/console game downloads of the year of any game…
Hello Kitty and Friends Coming to ‘Monopoly Go’ (EXCLUSIVE)
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Hello Kitty and Friends are coming to hit mobile game “Monopoly Go!” From March 10 through 29, the beloved Sanrio characters — including icons like Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Keroppi, Pompompurin, Pochacco and Kuromi — will arrive in the game with themed minigames, collectibles and customizable style…
Why it matters
Hello Kitty and Friends are coming to hit mobile game “Monopoly Go!” From March 10 through 29, the beloved Sanrio characters — including…
Critical Role Taps Hallmark Media Alum Alyssa Zeisler as General Manager of Streamer Beacon (EXCLUSIVE)
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Critical Role has hired Hallmark Media alum Alyssa Zeisler as general manager of its paid streaming service Beacon. Launch in May 2024 by the Critical Role team, Beacon offers exclusive and early access content for fans of the D&D-inspired brand, as well as live event pre-sales, instant access to VODs and…
Why it matters
Critical Role has hired Hallmark Media alum Alyssa Zeisler as general manager of its paid streaming service Beacon. Launch in May 2024 by…