BTS’ ‘ARIRANG’ Scores Third Week at No. 1 on Billboard 200
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It has the most weeks at No. 1 for an album by a group in more than a decade.
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It has the most weeks at No. 1 for an album by a group in more than a decade.
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Here’s what The xx played as they made their long-awaited return to Coachella
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“Our first festival show in eight years, and to share it with you at sunset felt special" The post Here’s what The xx played as they made their long-awaited return to Coachella appeared first on NME.
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“Our first festival show in eight years, and to share it with you at sunset felt special" The post Here’s what The xx played as they…
Offset Rolls Out Onstage in Wheelchair for First Performance After Being Shot
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The Migos rapper performed at the University of Arkansas's Rowfest on April 11.
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The Migos rapper performed at the University of Arkansas's Rowfest on April 11.
Scarlett Johansson Says It “Was Tough” in the Early 2000s Because Actresses Were “Pulled Apart for How They Looked”
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"What was offered at that time for women my age, as far as acting roles or opportunities, was much slimmer than it is now," the Oscar-nominated actress explains.
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"What was offered at that time for women my age, as far as acting roles or opportunities, was much slimmer than it is now," the…
Asha Bhosle, Legendary Bollywood Singer, Dead at 92
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In addition to renowned career in India, Bhosle also collaborated with Boy George, Michael Stipe, and Gorillaz
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In addition to renowned career in India, Bhosle also collaborated with Boy George, Michael Stipe, and Gorillaz
Watch The Strokes rock Coachella 2026 as Julian Casablancas makes subtle dig at Jeff Bezos
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They played their new single 'Going Shopping' amid a setlist packed with classic tracks The post Watch The Strokes rock Coachella 2026 as Julian Casablancas makes subtle dig at Jeff Bezos appeared first on NME.
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They played their new single 'Going Shopping' amid a setlist packed with classic tracks The post Watch The Strokes rock Coachella 2026 as…
Rockstar Games says hack will have ‘no impact’
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Rockstar confirmed on Saturday that some of its data was compromised in a breach of a third-party provider. The group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility, saying it had gained access to the company's Snowflake instances (a cloud-hosting provider popular with enterprise customers) via Anodot, a cost-monitoring and…
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Rockstar confirmed on Saturday that some of its data was compromised in a breach of a third-party provider. The group ShinyHunters claimed…
When Wonder Woman Gave Primetime a Lift
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Lynda Carter spun onto the small screen 50 years ago as the Nazi-fighting DC superhero.
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Lynda Carter spun onto the small screen 50 years ago as the Nazi-fighting DC superhero.
Asha Bhosle, iconic Bollywood singer, dies aged 92
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She also recorded with Gorillaz and Boy George and was the inspiration for Cornershop's 'Brimful Of Asha' The post Asha Bhosle, iconic Bollywood singer, dies aged 92 appeared first on NME.
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She also recorded with Gorillaz and Boy George and was the inspiration for Cornershop's 'Brimful Of Asha' The post Asha Bhosle, iconic…
No Doubt’s Tom Dumont Reveals Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis: ‘It’s Been a Struggle’
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The Gwen Stefani-led band will launch its Las Vegas residency in May.
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The Gwen Stefani-led band will launch its Las Vegas residency in May.
OpenAI says Elon Musk is orchestrating a last-minute 'legal ambush' before trial
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The feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI is getting even more contentious as the two sides get ready for trial later this month. The latest development in the legal back-and-forth saw OpenAI accuse Elon Musk and his latest proposals as a "legal ambush," as first reported by Bloomberg. OpenAI filed its response on Friday,…
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The feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI is getting even more contentious as the two sides get ready for trial later this month. The latest…
Box Office Milestone: ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ and ‘Hail Mary’ Fuel Biggest January-April Revenue Gains Since COVID
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In only its second weekend, 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' crossed $300 million domestically and $600 million globally, while 'Hail Mary' soars past $500 million worldwide. Elsewhere, 'The Drama' gains traction and the new Black rom-com 'You, Me & Tuscany' opens.
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In only its second weekend, 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' crossed $300 million domestically and $600 million globally, while 'Hail Mary'…
No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont reveals early onset Parkinson’s diagnosis
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He confirmed he will still be playing at the band's upcoming Las Vegas Sphere shows The post No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont reveals early onset Parkinson’s diagnosis appeared first on NME.
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He confirmed he will still be playing at the band's upcoming Las Vegas Sphere shows The post No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont reveals early…
Asha Bhosle, One of India’s Most Versatile Bollywood Singers, Dies at 92
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The legendary artist recorded about 12,000 songs during her career.
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The legendary artist recorded about 12,000 songs during her career.
You can save $20 on the Super Mario Galaxy game bundle when you buy a Nintendo Switch 2
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In celebration of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie coming to theaters, Nintendo is making it a little cheaper to get both Super Mario Galaxy games when you buy a $449.99 Nintendo Switch 2 console. Now through May 9th, you can buy a Switch 2 with Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 for $499.99 […]
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In celebration of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie coming to theaters, Nintendo is making it a little cheaper to get both Super Mario Galaxy…
See Geese Cover Justin Bieber’s ‘Baby’ at Coachella
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Hours before singer’s headlining set Saturday, Brooklyn band revisit the 2010 hit single
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Hours before singer’s headlining set Saturday, Brooklyn band revisit the 2010 hit single
Watch Yungblud kick off ‘Idols’ UK arena tour with homecoming show
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“This album, ‘Idols’, was made in Yorkshire and we brought it home tonight" The post Watch Yungblud kick off ‘Idols’ UK arena tour with homecoming show appeared first on NME.
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“This album, ‘Idols’, was made in Yorkshire and we brought it home tonight" The post Watch Yungblud kick off ‘Idols’ UK arena…
Anitta Shines With ‘Choka Choka’ and ‘Varias Quejas’ in ‘SNL’ Debut: Watch
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The Brazilian superstar served as musical guest alongside host Colman Domingo.
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The Brazilian superstar served as musical guest alongside host Colman Domingo.
You can grab a refurbished 2021 Kindle Paperwhite starting at just $49.99
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We spend a lot of time at The Verge waxing poetic about the latest gadgets, but sometimes it’s the last-gen devices from several years ago that offer the better value. The 2021 Kindle Paperwhite is a great case in point — especially since you can grab it at Woot in refurbished condition with lockscreen ads, […]
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We spend a lot of time at The Verge waxing poetic about the latest gadgets, but sometimes it’s the last-gen devices from several years ago…
No Doubt Guitarist Tom Dumont Reveals Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis
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“It’s been a struggle, it’s a struggle every day,” Dumont says, adding he’ll still take part in reunited band’s Sphere residency
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“It’s been a struggle, it’s a struggle every day,” Dumont says, adding he’ll still take part in reunited band’s Sphere residency
The Hisense UR9 is a great first shot against OLED’s bow
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RGB LED TVs have been the talk of the TV world this year, with models coming from all the manufacturers, and the first one of 2026 is here - the Hisense UR9. It's the first look at the viability of the new backlight technology outside of demo rooms, and it's a step above the traditional […]
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RGB LED TVs have been the talk of the TV world this year, with models coming from all the manufacturers, and the first one of 2026 is here…
How AT&T created the most iconic phone ever
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For years, even decades, virtually everyone in the United States had the same phone. Nobody really thought about it, it didn't even matter what it was called - it was just The Phone. Well, The Phone was called the Western Electric 500, and when landline phones ruled the world, the Western Electric 500 ruled the…
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For years, even decades, virtually everyone in the United States had the same phone. Nobody really thought about it, it didn't even matter…
Justin Bieber’s Coachella Set Proved That He’s the Biggest Belieber Of All
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During the pop star's Saturday night headlining set, he honored his YouTube roots, ran through his biggest hits and celebrated his hard-earned journey to get here.
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During the pop star's Saturday night headlining set, he honored his YouTube roots, ran through his biggest hits and celebrated his…
PinkPantheress, Sombr, Jack White & More: Best Moments From Coachella 2026 Day 2
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Plus, additional Saturday highlights from Geese, Taemin and Nine Inch Noize.
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Plus, additional Saturday highlights from Geese, Taemin and Nine Inch Noize.
The AI code wars are heating up
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This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the AI coding and vibe-coding booms, follow David Pierce. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Writing code was a killer app for AI […]
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This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the AI coding and vibe-coding…
Fans react to “disgusting” scene featuring Sydney Sweeney dressed as baby with dummy in her mouth in new ‘Euphoria’ teaser
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"Nothing about this is even remotely amusing or entertaining enough to watch considering the current political climate" The post Fans react to “disgusting” scene featuring Sydney Sweeney dressed as baby with dummy in her mouth in new ‘Euphoria’ teaser appeared first on NME.
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"Nothing about this is even remotely amusing or entertaining enough to watch considering the current political climate" The post Fans react…
Allow me to explain why I love this camera that can’t shoot color
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I love black-and-white photography. I also adore compact cameras you can always have by your side. So I'm a total mark for the Ricoh GR IV Monochrome, a fixed-lens camera that can't zoom and can't record color - at all. It's a formula that makes the average person ask, "Why?" I've tested the GR IV […]
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I love black-and-white photography. I also adore compact cameras you can always have by your side. So I'm a total mark for the Ricoh GR IV…
PinkPantheress Threw the Hottest Party in the Coachella Valley
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With cameos from the Dare, HorsegiirL, Tyriq Withers, and more, the musician turned the Mojave stage into the ultimate rager
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With cameos from the Dare, HorsegiirL, Tyriq Withers, and more, the musician turned the Mojave stage into the ultimate rager
Watch Addison Rae bring out Maddie Ziegler for ‘Aquamarine’ dance break at Coachella
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Ahead of her set, Rae told fans the performance would mark an evolution to her previous gigs, dubbing it "The Fame and Glory Show" The post Watch Addison Rae bring out Maddie Ziegler for ‘Aquamarine’ dance break at Coachella appeared first on NME.
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Ahead of her set, Rae told fans the performance would mark an evolution to her previous gigs, dubbing it "The Fame and Glory Show" The post…
‘SNL UK’ nod to the week’s biggest controversies with Kanye West and Melania Trump sketch
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"Never have I ever been friends with Jeffrey Epstein" The post ‘SNL UK’ nod to the week’s biggest controversies with Kanye West and Melania Trump sketch appeared first on NME.
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"Never have I ever been friends with Jeffrey Epstein" The post ‘SNL UK’ nod to the week’s biggest controversies with Kanye West…
Watch Justin Bieber revisit his earliest hits and bring out The Kid Laroi, Tems, Mk.gee, Wizkid and Dijon during comeback Coachella set
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The singer paid homage to YouTube – where his career began – by sitting at a laptop and playing clips of his old songs and cover videos The post Watch Justin Bieber revisit his earliest hits and bring out The Kid Laroi, Tems, Mk.gee, Wizkid and Dijon during comeback Coachella set appeared first on NME.
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The singer paid homage to YouTube – where his career began – by sitting at a laptop and playing clips of his old songs and cover videos The…
Nine Inch Noize perform first-ever full set at Coachella 2026
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Their performance on the Sahara stage comes ahead of their debut album release next week The post Nine Inch Noize perform first-ever full set at Coachella 2026 appeared first on NME.
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Their performance on the Sahara stage comes ahead of their debut album release next week The post Nine Inch Noize perform first-ever full…
Justin Bieber Brings Out the Kid Laroi, Dijon at Coachella 2026
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The set also featured appearances from Tems, Wizid, and Mk.gee
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The set also featured appearances from Tems, Wizid, and Mk.gee
‘SNL’: Watch Anitta Perform ‘Choka Choka,’ ‘Várias Quejas’
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The Brazilian singer-songwriter debuts on SNL ahead of the release of her new album, Equilibrium
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The Brazilian singer-songwriter debuts on SNL ahead of the release of her new album, Equilibrium
Nine Inch Noize Performed a Full Set for the First Time at Coachella
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The set was composed entirely of remixes from Trent Reznor’s deep catalog
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The set was composed entirely of remixes from Trent Reznor’s deep catalog
Trump Calls Tiger Woods From Rehab as Melania Addresses Her Epstein Statement on ‘SNL’
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Colman Domingo made his hosting debut on April 11, alongside musical guest Anitta.
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Colman Domingo made his hosting debut on April 11, alongside musical guest Anitta.
Sombr Rocks Coachella in Lace and Leather With Help From Billy Corgan
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The pair performed “Speed” and “1979,” and the rest of the set roared with undeniable rock star energy
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The pair performed “Speed” and “1979,” and the rest of the set roared with undeniable rock star energy
Sabrina Carpenter Apologizes For Her Reaction to Crowd Chant at Coachella: ‘Now I Know What a Zaghrouta Is’
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"Could have handled it better!" wrote the pop star, who had said "I don't like it" and called the cheer "weird" while headlining the fest Friday (April 10).
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"Could have handled it better!" wrote the pop star, who had said "I don't like it" and called the cheer "weird" while headlining the fest…
Addison Rae Gets Coachella Screaming With Thrilling Set
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The singer delivered her first full-length performance at the music festival and welcomed Maddie Ziegler to the stage
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The singer delivered her first full-length performance at the music festival and welcomed Maddie Ziegler to the stage
Christian Nodal’s ‘Un Vals’ Director Responds to Controversy Over Model in Video: ‘It Was Our Mistake’
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The music video has sparked conversation due to the model's resemblance to both Cazzu and Ángela Aguilar.
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The music video has sparked conversation due to the model's resemblance to both Cazzu and Ángela Aguilar.
Jack White Tears Through a Hit-Laden Last-Minute Set at Coachella
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The guitar hero revisits the desert fest to deliver a career-spanning retrospective
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The guitar hero revisits the desert fest to deliver a career-spanning retrospective
The Netherlands is the first European country to approve Tesla’s supervised Full Self-Driving
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Dutch regulators, the RDW, announced that after over a year and a half of testing, it has officially approved Tesla's Full-Self Driving (FSD) Supervised. This makes the Netherlands the first European country to authorize the use of FSD on its roads. This could open the door to wider adoption throughout the EU. Tesla's…
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Dutch regulators, the RDW, announced that after over a year and a half of testing, it has officially approved Tesla's Full-Self Driving…
Ralph Fiennes Reveals Who Should Play Voldemort in HBO ‘Harry Potter’ Series
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The '28 Years Later' star also said he was previously asked to reprise the role: "But then nothing’s happened and I think that ship has sailed.”
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The '28 Years Later' star also said he was previously asked to reprise the role: "But then nothing’s happened and I think that ship has…
Zac Brown Band Steps Up to the Plate for NBC’s ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ Opening
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The band's MLB intro features a reimagined version of Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s “Karn Evil 9, 1st Impression Part 2.”
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The band's MLB intro features a reimagined version of Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s “Karn Evil 9, 1st Impression Part 2.”
The Many Lives of Jonah Hill
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As Hill transformed from comedy star to Oscar-nominated actor to reclusive filmmaker, he weathered controversies that he seems to channel in his latest movie, 'Outcome.'
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As Hill transformed from comedy star to Oscar-nominated actor to reclusive filmmaker, he weathered controversies that he seems to channel…
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Soars Past $600 Million, Becomes No. 3 Highest-Grossing Gaming Movie Of All Time
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Big business.A Scene From Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie2026 kicked off with the next big video game movie--The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and it's already the No. 3 highest-grossing video game film of all time. It's surpassed an astonishing $600 million worldwide after 10 days.It was not the first video…
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Big business.A Scene From Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie2026 kicked off with the next big video game movie--The Super Mario…
Rockstar Games has confirmed it was hit by third-party data breach
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An experienced hacking group has claimed to have infiltrated Rockstar Games' cloud servers, while the game publisher has confirmed that there was a "third-party data breach." ShinyHunters, a hacker group that's been linked to data breaches targeting Microsoft, Google, Ticketmaster and others, posted a message on its…
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An experienced hacking group has claimed to have infiltrated Rockstar Games' cloud servers, while the game publisher has confirmed that…
How to Watch ‘Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever,’ New Investigative Series on the Longevity Industry
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In each episode, the journalist examines a different aspect of the anti-aging market, separating fact from fiction as she tests treatments firsthand and interviews some of the biggest names in the biotech and wellness world.
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In each episode, the journalist examines a different aspect of the anti-aging market, separating fact from fiction as she tests treatments…
The first European country to get Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Supervised will be the Netherlands
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is ready to make its European debut, and it's starting with the Netherlands. According to Tesla Europe, the automaker's driver assistance system was approved in the Netherlands and will start rolling out shortly. RDW, the country's regulatory authority on vehicles, confirmed the…
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Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is ready to make its European debut, and it's starting with the Netherlands. According to Tesla…
Why Black Creatives Feel a Lot Is Riding on the Success of Rom-Com ‘You, Me & Tuscany’
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"People do have to understand that Hollywood is a reactive industry," producer Will Packer tells The Hollywood Reporter about the potential impact for the Halle Bailey-led film's box office result.
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"People do have to understand that Hollywood is a reactive industry," producer Will Packer tells The Hollywood Reporter about the potential…
A Leaky Week For Video Games | Kurt & Lucy Gotcha Covered
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his week Kurt and Lucy Gotcha Covered with the biggest leaks happening in video games, including more PS6 details, the Elden Ring movie set, and trouble with Star Wars Eclipse.
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his week Kurt and Lucy Gotcha Covered with the biggest leaks happening in video games, including more PS6 details, the Elden Ring movie…
IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million
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IBM has agreed to settle the US Department of Justice's accusations that the company violated civil rights laws with its DEI practices. According to a press release from the DOJ, IBM will pay more than $17 million to resolve allegations of taking "race, color, national origin, or sex" into account when making…
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IBM has agreed to settle the US Department of Justice's accusations that the company violated civil rights laws with its DEI practices.…
John Nolan, Actor in Batman Films and ‘Person of Interest,’ Dies at 87
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The uncle of Jonathan and Christopher Nolan also was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre.
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The uncle of Jonathan and Christopher Nolan also was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre.
Google says Polymarket bets showing up in News was an ‘error’
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Polymarket bets started popping up in Google News alongside legitimate news articles. But now those results aren't showing, and Google says they were never supposed to. Spokesperson Ned Adriance told The Verge that "Google News is designed to show sources that create content about current issues, events, and important…
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Polymarket bets started popping up in Google News alongside legitimate news articles. But now those results aren't showing, and Google says…
Pokémon Champions is off to a rough start
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Like many live-service games before it, Pokémon Champions' launch has been messy. The free-to-start battle sim, which is out now on the Switch and Switch 2 (and also coming to mobile later this year), is plagued with bugs, some of which cause issues with basic battle mechanics - not great for a game that's only…
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Like many live-service games before it, Pokémon Champions' launch has been messy. The free-to-start battle sim, which is out now on…
To Stand Out, This TTRPG Podcast Network Chose The Risky Route Of Avoiding D&D
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Glass Cannon Network has been a name in the tabletop roleplaying game actual play space since 2015, acting as one of the first major channels in a space that's barely 10 years old. According to Glass Cannon Network co-founder Troy Lavallee, a big part of that success comes down to one decision: avoiding Dungeons &…
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Glass Cannon Network has been a name in the tabletop roleplaying game actual play space since 2015, acting as one of the first major…
Engadget review recap: ASUS ZenBook A16, AirPods Max 2, Sonos Play and LG Sound Suite
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Spring has certainly sprung here at Engadget. Well, it has in terms of reviews, at least. We’ve put over a dozen devices through their paces since my last roundup, which gives you a lot to catch up on over the weekend. Read on for the rundown of all the reviews you might’ve missed. ASUS ZenBook A16 ASUS’ ZenBook…
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Spring has certainly sprung here at Engadget. Well, it has in terms of reviews, at least. We’ve put over a dozen devices through their…
X's messaging app, XChat, may be available soon
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XChat is now on the App Store, where its listing says that it’s expected to be available for download on April 17. This isn’t the same IRC app from the early aughts, which you may remember if you’re of a certain age. This is a messaging app specifically for X users. X chief Elon Musk first talked about rolling out a…
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XChat is now on the App Store, where its listing says that it’s expected to be available for download on April 17. This isn’t the same IRC…
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. As always, we're here to tell you about a bunch of new games you can play this weekend, as well as several upcoming titles. The latest edition of the Triple-i Initiative showcase was packed with cool stuff, including a first peek at the…
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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. As always, we're here to tell you about a bunch of new games you…
The Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon
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The Orion capsule carrying the Artemis II astronauts has successfully splashed down off the coast of San Diego at 8:07PM Eastern time on April 10. It signals the conclusion of Artemis II’s 10-day journey around the moon, which is meant to be a test flight for a future mission that would bring humanity back to the…
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The Orion capsule carrying the Artemis II astronauts has successfully splashed down off the coast of San Diego at 8:07PM Eastern time on…
‘Baywatch’ Reboot to Remain at Venice Beach After Filming Issues, Karen Bass Says
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The show, set to air in the 2026-27 season on Fox, received $21 million in tax credits to film the new revival, which is based in L.A.
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The show, set to air in the 2026-27 season on Fox, received $21 million in tax credits to film the new revival, which is based in L.A.
Ex-Overwatch Director Says Tracer's Butt Was Never "Nerfed"
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When the original Overwatch debuted almost a decade ago, the game encounter some pushback over Tracer's victory pose, which some claimed over-sexualized her and placed too much emphasis on her butt. Blizzard subsequently apologized and reworked Tracer's pose. Now, former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan has weighed in…
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When the original Overwatch debuted almost a decade ago, the game encounter some pushback over Tracer's victory pose, which some claimed…
Epic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney
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Besides a wealth of Fortnite skins based on Disney IP, it hasn't really been clear what the entertainment company has gotten in return for its $1.5 billion investment in Epic from 2024. That could change this November, Bloomberg reports, when Epic releases a Disney-themed extraction shooter. The game is one of three…
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Besides a wealth of Fortnite skins based on Disney IP, it hasn't really been clear what the entertainment company has gotten in return for…
The FAA is encouraging gamers to get jobs in air traffic control
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Sick! The Federal Aviation Administration is targeting gamers in its most recent job advertisement for air traffic controllers. The administration's annual hiring window opens at 12AM ET on April 17, and considering the ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers, it's calling this a period of "supercharged…
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Sick! The Federal Aviation Administration is targeting gamers in its most recent job advertisement for air traffic controllers. The…
James Cameron Leads CinemaCon’s 2026 Big Screen Achievement Awards Honorees
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Queen Latifah, LaKeith Stanfield, Zoey Deutch, Adam Scott, Noah Centineo and Catherine Lagaʻaia are set to receive awards at the ceremony that closes out the four-day gathering of exhibition insiders.
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Queen Latifah, LaKeith Stanfield, Zoey Deutch, Adam Scott, Noah Centineo and Catherine Lagaʻaia are set to receive awards at the ceremony…
All Free Mystery Gifts In Pokemon Champions
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Pokemon Champions has arrived on Nintendo Switch, and like many other Pokemon games before it, it's offering a handful of free Pokemon and other helpful items for players. In addition to free Mystery Gifts, you can receive elusive Mega Stones by transferring certain Pokemon over from the Pokemon Home service, and even…
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Pokemon Champions has arrived on Nintendo Switch, and like many other Pokemon games before it, it's offering a handful of free Pokemon and…
As Gaming Grows More Expensive, Investing In A PC Like This One Is A Great Way To Future-Proof Your Hobby
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A common misconception about me is that, as someone who loves games, I must love all the cables and shiny bits of hardware needed to play them. Truth is, if you need someone to weigh in on which Baldur's Gate 3 romance is the most narratively satisfying, help you create a solid Diablo 4 build, or walk you through how…
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A common misconception about me is that, as someone who loves games, I must love all the cables and shiny bits of hardware needed to play…
A Love Letter To Gaming's Many Weird Moons
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Can we all agree that space is both pretty amazing and terrifying? I've largely felt both awe and terror while the crew of the Artemis II, the latest manned space mission, has traveled the farthest any person has ever gone from Earth and broadcast images of our neighboring celestial body and the space beyond. It's got…
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Can we all agree that space is both pretty amazing and terrifying? I've largely felt both awe and terror while the crew of the Artemis II,…
Ice Cube, Kevin Hart in Talks to Return for ‘Ride Along 3’
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Director Tim Story and producer Will Packer are also in talks to come back for the threequel.
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Director Tim Story and producer Will Packer are also in talks to come back for the threequel.
A man allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's house
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A 20-year-old man was arrested by the San Francisco Police Department after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's house, The New York Times reports.In a statement shared on X, SFPD wrote that it responded to a request for a fire investigation in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco…
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A 20-year-old man was arrested by the San Francisco Police Department after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam…
Pokemon Champions Review - The Battle Frontier
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Pokemon's turn-based combat can be best described as an inch wide and a mile deep. Its rock-paper-scissors style is easy to understand, but below the murky surface lies an entirely different game. Moves that may seem useless at first glance take on a different meaning in a competitive setting, where complicated stat…
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Pokemon's turn-based combat can be best described as an inch wide and a mile deep. Its rock-paper-scissors style is easy to understand, but…
‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ Reveals First Footage
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Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin and Ralph Fiennes are among the stars of Francis Lawrence's prequel feature that Lionsgate releases later this year.
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Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin and Ralph Fiennes are among the stars of Francis Lawrence's prequel feature that Lionsgate releases later this…
Noah Kahan Wasn’t Sure He Wanted Anyone to See His New Netflix Doc
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The singer and director Nick Sweeney offer fans a look at the aftermath of a breakthrough hit: “I'm scared of opening up like this."
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The singer and director Nick Sweeney offer fans a look at the aftermath of a breakthrough hit: “I'm scared of opening up like this."
David Duchovny on Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ Reboot, and Why He Doubts UFO Stories
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The actor on whether he'll appear in Ryan Coogler's revival of his Fox hit (maybe?), the UFO/UAP phenomena, and season two of History's 'Secrets Declassified.'
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The actor on whether he'll appear in Ryan Coogler's revival of his Fox hit (maybe?), the UFO/UAP phenomena, and season two of History's…
‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Creator, Director Detail How ‘Life’s Still Unfair’ Came Together
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Linwood Boomer and Ken Kwapis break down the four-episode revival of the comedy.
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Linwood Boomer and Ken Kwapis break down the four-episode revival of the comedy.
Estonia is the rare EU country opposing child social media bans
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As child social media bans spread across Europe and beyond, Estonia isn't having it. On Friday, the country's education minister said the bans won't "actually solve problems," while warning that the kids will find a way regardless.Although companies like Meta would love for you to believe it’s a fairy tale,…
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As child social media bans spread across Europe and beyond, Estonia isn't having it. On Friday, the country's education minister said the…
Garmin may be working on a Whoop competitor
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Whoop, the makers of a screen-free fitness tracker of the same name, could soon have some competition. Fitbit teased its take on a Whoop-style band with the help of Steph Curry at the end of March, and based on a trademark filing spotted by Gadgets & Wearables, Garmin appears to be working on its own band that…
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Whoop, the makers of a screen-free fitness tracker of the same name, could soon have some competition. Fitbit teased its take on a…
Inside Pixar’s Scrapped Movie ‘Be Fri’ and the “Devastating” Aftermath
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"Disney reps were like, 'We can't have a girl power movie,'" an insider tells The Hollywood Reporter about the animation studio making the rare decision to cancel the feature after years of development.
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"Disney reps were like, 'We can't have a girl power movie,'" an insider tells The Hollywood Reporter about the animation studio making the…
Fortnite Adding An Arc Raiders-Style Game With Disney Characters - Report
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Epic Games and Disney are working together on multiple upcoming games as part of the mysterious Disney x Fortnite project, and now one of them has seemingly been revealed early--it's probably not what you expect.Bloomberg reported that the first new game to come from Disney's $1.5 billion investment into Epic Games…
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Epic Games and Disney are working together on multiple upcoming games as part of the mysterious Disney x Fortnite project, and now one of…
Alec Botnick to Lead Nickelodeon Animation Studios
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The executive will also keep his role as head of comedy development, animation and alternative for CBS Studios.
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The executive will also keep his role as head of comedy development, animation and alternative for CBS Studios.
Michael Urie Never Expected ‘Shrinking’ to Evolve This Much
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On the heels of season three, the actor talks about how the heartbreaking pilot grew into a hangout comedy, that 'Les Misérables' scene and the enduring lessons of 'Ugly Betty.'
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On the heels of season three, the actor talks about how the heartbreaking pilot grew into a hangout comedy, that 'Les Misérables' scene and…
After Years Of Nintendo Exclusivity, This Beloved Puzzle Franchise Is Going Multiplatform
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Several years have passed since Professor Layton and the New World of Steam was first revealed, but at long last, developer Level-5 has lifted the lid on its long-in-development puzzle-solving game. A new trailer has provided a detailed look at the game and a release date window of 2026, but the biggest surprise is…
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Several years have passed since Professor Layton and the New World of Steam was first revealed, but at long last, developer Level-5 has…
PUBG Dev On Highguard And Concord Struggles: It's "Really Hard To Succeed Every Time"
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PUBG franchise director Taeseok Jang has reflected on the string of shortcomings in the live-service multiplayer space, including high-profile examples like Concord and Highguard. He said in an interview that he has friends who worked on those games, and has tried to learn lessons from their struggles.Jang told…
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PUBG franchise director Taeseok Jang has reflected on the string of shortcomings in the live-service multiplayer space, including…
38 Best Sims 4 Mods To Download In 2026
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Now in its 12th year, The Sims 4 just keeps chugging along, dropping two or three new major DLC expansions each year with no indication it'll stop any time soon. Indeed, EA just launched an in-game marketplace for custom content[i'll find this link]--a move that has been pretty unpopular with players, but it's another…
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Now in its 12th year, The Sims 4 just keeps chugging along, dropping two or three new major DLC expansions each year with no indication…
Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases
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Amazon is ending support for third-party integrations on its Luna cloud gaming service. The most immediate changes mean that it's no longer possible to buy Ubisoft+ and Jackbox Games subscriptions or standalone games through Luna. Amazon will automatically any cancel active subscriptions bought through Luna at…
Why it matters
Amazon is ending support for third-party integrations on its Luna cloud gaming service. The most immediate changes mean that it's no longer…
French government says au revoir Windows, bienvenue Linux
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America's Big Tech companies may soon learn that saddling up with Donald Trump doesn't tend to work out in the end. As the president sows chaos and distrust around the globe while taking aim at EU tech regulations, Europe is looking for ways to adopt its own alternatives. The latest example is France, which said it's…
Why it matters
America's Big Tech companies may soon learn that saddling up with Donald Trump doesn't tend to work out in the end. As the president sows…
Google adds E2E encryption to Gmail for iOS and Android enterprise users
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Google has announced that end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Gmail on Android and iOS is now rolling out for its enterprise users. Emails that require E2EE in Workspace can be composed and read within the Gmail app, so eligible users won’t need additional apps or portals. The new feature expands Google’s client-side…
Why it matters
Google has announced that end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Gmail on Android and iOS is now rolling out for its enterprise users. Emails…
Google has reportedly started to add Polymarket data to News results
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Google News has begun showing Polymarket bets and odds alongside actual stories, according to a report by Futurism. These look to appear as large blocks that include links to numerous ways for people to lose their money. Bets tend to appear in the "For you" section of Google News, which is supposed to be tailored to a…
Why it matters
Google News has begun showing Polymarket bets and odds alongside actual stories, according to a report by Futurism. These look to appear as…
The FAA Wants To Recruit Gamers For Careers In Air Traffic Control
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The Federal Aviation Administration is officially recruiting video game players to be part of the next generation of air traffic controllers. Part of that push has been accompanied by a new ad campaign aimed at gamers that uses video game footage and Xbox sound effects to make the pitch that players can earn a…
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The Federal Aviation Administration is officially recruiting video game players to be part of the next generation of air traffic…
Battlefield 6 Update Makes A Major Change To Revives To Bring Them In Line With Classic Games
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Developer Battlefield Studios has announced some impactful changes coming to its military shooter, Battlefield 6. This includes new content like an additional limited-time mode and weapon, as well as adjustments to how revives work so you can't spam them anymore.In an update post on the official Battlefield 6 website,…
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Developer Battlefield Studios has announced some impactful changes coming to its military shooter, Battlefield 6. This includes new content…
Get An ROG Xbox Ally For Only $500 Before The Inevitable Price Increase Arrives
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Asus Xbox ROG Ally Handheld $500 (was $600) …
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Asus Xbox ROG Ally Handheld $500 (was $600) …
How to watch the Artemis II landing
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After its history-making trip around the Moon, NASA's Artemis II mission is set to return to Earth later today. The Orion spacecraft carrying astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen is scheduled to splash down off the coast of San Diego at approximately 8:07PM ET. NASA will stream the…
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After its history-making trip around the Moon, NASA's Artemis II mission is set to return to Earth later today. The Orion spacecraft…
Jack Innanen Channeled His Inner “Whiny Man-Child” for ‘Big Mistakes’
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The TikTok creator turned actor went from playing a charmingly naive guy in FX's 'Adults' to a completely oblivious boyfriend in Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott's new Netflix crime-comedy series.
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The TikTok creator turned actor went from playing a charmingly naive guy in FX's 'Adults' to a completely oblivious boyfriend in Dan Levy…
‘The Boys’ Sets ‘Call of Duty: Mobile’ In-Game Collab Ahead of Final Season (Gaming News Roundup)
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Ahead of the fifth and final season of “The Boys” premiering on Prime Video Wednesday, Sony Pictures Consumer Products has unveiled an expansive global licensing initiative tied to the satirical superhero television series, including an upcoming “Call of Duty: Mobile” collaboration. Launching in the…
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Ahead of the fifth and final season of “The Boys” premiering on Prime Video Wednesday, Sony Pictures Consumer Products has unveiled an…
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 5 review: A basic TV sound booster
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Not everyone needs a $1,000 soundbar. It’s easy to argue the sonic superiority of those flagship models from Samsung, Sonos and Sony, but for some people a simple boost to their TV speakers can provide a world of difference. As part of its 2026 soundbar lineup, Sony debuted the Bravia Theater Bar 5: a $350 entry-level…
Why it matters
Not everyone needs a $1,000 soundbar. It’s easy to argue the sonic superiority of those flagship models from Samsung, Sonos and Sony, but…
YouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up
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Another day, another subscription price hike, this time for YouTube Premium. Every plan for YouTube’s ad-free tier is going up, and depending on which one you have, you could be paying as much as $4 per month more. As reported by 9to5Google, YouTube has started emailing subscribers about the price changes, rather than…
Why it matters
Another day, another subscription price hike, this time for YouTube Premium. Every plan for YouTube’s ad-free tier is going up, and…
Microsoft starts removing unnecessary Copilot buttons in Windows 11
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Microsoft has rolled out a Notepad update for Windows Insiders that removes the Copilot branding and icon from within the app, Windows Central has reported. The old Copilot menu has been replaced with “writing tools,” but it’s worth noting that the tools are still powered by AI and are pretty much identical to the…
Why it matters
Microsoft has rolled out a Notepad update for Windows Insiders that removes the Copilot branding and icon from within the app, Windows…
The Morning After: Amazon pledges its satellite internet starts this year
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Amazon’s satellite-based internet service, Leo, will enter service by mid-2026, so says company CEO Andy Jassy. Writing in his annual letter, Jassy claimed Leo would offer download speeds of up to 1Gbps, far more than what Starlink presently offers. Sadly, Amazon declined to offer any more details about what that…
Why it matters
Amazon’s satellite-based internet service, Leo, will enter service by mid-2026, so says company CEO Andy Jassy. Writing in his annual…
‘Last of Us’ Voice Actor Troy Baker, ‘Journey’ Composer Austin Wintory, ‘Dragon Ball’ Editor Kazuhiko Torishima Set for Italy’s Comicon Napoli
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Popular U.S. voice actor Troy Baker (“The Last of Us”), Grammy-nominated video game composer Austin Wintory (“Journey,” “Assassin’s Creed Syndicate “) and Japanese manga magazine editor Kazuhiko Torishima — who has been instrumental to shepherding the “Dragon Ball” franchise — are among the top guests set…
Why it matters
Popular U.S. voice actor Troy Baker (“The Last of Us”), Grammy-nominated video game composer Austin Wintory (“Journey,” “Assassin’s…
Google removes Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store
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Google has removed popular psychological horror game Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store. According to Dan Salvato, who led its development team, and publisher Serenity Forge, Google told them the visual novel was removed because it violated its Terms of Service in its depiction of sensitive themes. The…
Why it matters
Google has removed popular psychological horror game Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store. According to Dan Salvato, who led its…
OpenAI has a new $100 ChatGPT Pro plan to better match up with Claude
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OpenAI has closed a yawning gap in its ChatGPT subscription pricing with a new $100 per month Pro plan that slots between the $20 per month Plus plan and $200 per month Pro plan. Offering five times more Codex than the $20 option, it appears designed to challenge Anthropic's $100 per month Claude option.…
Why it matters
OpenAI has closed a yawning gap in its ChatGPT subscription pricing with a new $100 per month Pro plan that slots between the $20 per month…
Apple is closing three US stores, including the first to unionize
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Apple is closing three of its retail stores this summer, including its first location to unionize. The tech company said it plans to permanently close Apple Store in Trumbull, CT, Escondito, CA, and Towson, MD. The Apple Store location in Towson, was the first where unionized workers and Apple reached a contract…
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Apple is closing three of its retail stores this summer, including its first location to unionize. The tech company said it plans to…
The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge
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A film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is in the works again, this time from filmmakers Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the directors of Final Destination: Bloodlines, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The duo are reviving the project at Columbia Pictures as part of a new first-look deal with Sony, the latest…
Why it matters
A film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is in the works again, this time from filmmakers Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the directors of…
A maverick hacker got Mac OS X running on a Wii
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You may already know that emulators can run Wii games on a Mac. But one developer has flipped the script. Bryan Keller now has an ancient version of the Mac's operating system running on Nintendo's 2006 game console (via Kottke). Why? Because they said it couldn't be done.The developer first had the idea in 2013 while…
Why it matters
You may already know that emulators can run Wii games on a Mac. But one developer has flipped the script. Bryan Keller now has an ancient…
Instagram comments can now be edited (within 15 minutes)
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Meta is giving users the ability to edit Instagram comments they leave on posts, though only within a 15 minute window after they're posted. The setup is similar to how the social app handles editing messages, an option it first added in 2024, 11 years after direct messaging was introduced to Instagram in 2013.You're…
Why it matters
Meta is giving users the ability to edit Instagram comments they leave on posts, though only within a 15 minute window after they're…
Jazzy stealth-action game Thick as Thieves hits PC on May 20
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Thick as Thieves, the magical heist game from a crew of stealth legends at OtherSide Entertainment, is coming to Steam on May 20. OtherSide and publisher Megabit Entertainment announced the release date in a new gameplay trailer during today's Triple-i Initiative showcase (which was packed with cool indie games, as…
Why it matters
Thick as Thieves, the magical heist game from a crew of stealth legends at OtherSide Entertainment, is coming to Steam on May 20. OtherSide…
Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app
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Netflix has added a heavy hitter in party activities to its gaming lineup. The streamer announced that Jackbox Party Essentials is joining the Netflix Party Games collection. This move makes three of the popular Jackbox group games available for free to Netflix subscribers: Fibbage 4, Quiplash 3 and Drawful 2. Each…
Why it matters
Netflix has added a heavy hitter in party activities to its gaming lineup. The streamer announced that Jackbox Party Essentials is joining…
Another Don't Starve game is on the way
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Developer Klei Entertainment has announced a follow-up to Don't Starve that adds a new sense of depth to the popular survival game. And that's in a literal sense: Don't Starve Elsewhere translates the game's resource gathering and sanity management to a world with three-dimensional terrain at different elevations, a…
Why it matters
Developer Klei Entertainment has announced a follow-up to Don't Starve that adds a new sense of depth to the popular survival game. And…
Mountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summer
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The hit mountain climbing simulation Cairn is getting a series of free DLC drops, under the banner On the Trail. The first will be released this summer and it's called Deep Water. The DLC introduces three new climbing areas and plenty of "fresh challenges." There's also a new avatar, as players can now climb…
Why it matters
The hit mountain climbing simulation Cairn is getting a series of free DLC drops, under the banner On the Trail. The first will be released…
Co-op pirate survival game Windrose hits PC in early access on April 14
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Windrose was a hit in a recent Steam Next Fest event, with more than 850,000 people checking out the demo. More than 1.5 million people have wishlisted the pirate survival-adventure title on Steam as well. So, it’s safe to say this game has some wind in its sails, and it’ll be arriving very soon. During Thursday’s…
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Windrose was a hit in a recent Steam Next Fest event, with more than 850,000 people checking out the demo. More than 1.5 million people…
Tesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV
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Tesla may be shifting strategy once again. Reuters reported that the company is working on a smaller and less expensive electric SUV. This would be a brand new vehicle rather than a variant of the existing Model 3 or Model Y, according to the publication's sources. The new EV would allegedly be about 14 feet long,…
Why it matters
Tesla may be shifting strategy once again. Reuters reported that the company is working on a smaller and less expensive electric SUV. This…
Razer just released some new gaming earbuds with low latency and fast switching between devices
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Razer just released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds, another entry in the recently-crowded field of gaming earbuds. These have been designed for low latency, which is a necessity when playing video games. To that end, the earbuds integrate with Razer's proprietary HyperSpeed 2.4GHz streaming platform,…
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Razer just released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds, another entry in the recently-crowded field of gaming earbuds. These have…
Indie game Neverway will launch this October, just in time for spooky season
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Indie game studio Coldblood announced today that its debut project Neverway has been given a release window of October 2026. Billed as "nightmarish life-sim RPG," this is going right to the top of my spooky season game queue. It has a cozy-sounding premise, with protagonist Fiona starting a new life on an…
Why it matters
Indie game studio Coldblood announced today that its debut project Neverway has been given a release window of October 2026. Billed as…
1000xResist devs reveal their wild-looking second game about convincing an AI it's not human
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Developer Sunset Visitor just revealed its follow-up to the fantastic 1000xResist. It's called Prove You're Human and looks to wade in similar sci-fi waters as the team's first title. Just like 10000xResist, the new game is a narrative adventure set in the far future. Prove You're Human tasks players with convincing…
Why it matters
Developer Sunset Visitor just revealed its follow-up to the fantastic 1000xResist. It's called Prove You're Human and looks to wade in…
Amazon's satellite internet service is scheduled for mid-2026 availability
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Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper) will launch mid-2026, according to Andy Jassy. On Wednesday, the Amazon CEO dropped the news in his annual letter to shareholders. The company says Leo will support download speeds up to 1 Gbps. By comparison, Starlink’s download speeds typically range between 45 and 280 Mbps.Jassy…
Why it matters
Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper) will launch mid-2026, according to Andy Jassy. On Wednesday, the Amazon CEO dropped the news in his…
Rhythm Heaven Groove comes to Switch on July 2
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A large chunk of Nintendo’s 2026 plans remain a mystery (that is, unless you take the insiders and leakers at their word), but we have been waiting on release dates for a couple of previously announced first-party titles, including Rhythm Heaven Groove, which officially arrives July 2. Seemingly announced first on the…
Why it matters
A large chunk of Nintendo’s 2026 plans remain a mystery (that is, unless you take the insiders and leakers at their word), but we have been…
Roku will stream Savannah Bananas games, along with the entire Banana Ball Championship League
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The Banana Ball World Tour is coming to Roku. The platform has signed a deal to stream free content from the Banana Ball Championship League. This, of course, includes Savannah Bananas games. If that last paragraph didn't make a lick of sense to you, here's a primer. The Savannah Bananas are a wacky baseball team,…
Why it matters
The Banana Ball World Tour is coming to Roku. The platform has signed a deal to stream free content from the Banana Ball Championship…
Magic: The Gathering Unveils Two New ‘Secrets of Strixhaven’ Cards; Game Designers Talk Expanding the Mage-College World (EXCLUSIVE)
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Magic: The Gathering‘s latest mainline set, “Secrets of Strixhaven,” will be released later this month and Variety has this exclusive reveal for a pair of new cards from the collection. Available for prerelease April 17 and set for tabletop release April 24, “Secrets of Strixhaven” marks…
Why it matters
Magic: The Gathering‘s latest mainline set, “Secrets of Strixhaven,” will be released later this month and Variety has this…
Google introduces AI-generated avatars to YouTube Shorts
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A new feature that lets you create an AI avatar with your likeness is now live on YouTube. First announced in a blog post earlier this year, avatars are designed to be used in Shorts (provided you still allow them to show up), allowing you to insert yourself into video content in a way that YouTube deems to be safe…
Why it matters
A new feature that lets you create an AI avatar with your likeness is now live on YouTube. First announced in a blog post earlier this…
Spotify now lets you turn off all video
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Sometimes, you just want your dang music streaming app to play music. Spotify, which has increasingly incorporated video features through the years, is finally giving us the option to turn that mess off. Behold: universal video toggles.Spotify's video settings control several areas. First, the old Canvas toggle…
Why it matters
Sometimes, you just want your dang music streaming app to play music. Spotify, which has increasingly incorporated video features through…
JBL Live 780NC and 680NC review: Great leaps, greater missteps
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JBL introduced two new headphones to its Live series lineup and both are fighting to live up to expectations. Don’t get me wrong, the JBL Live 780NC and 680NC are both a solid set of cans, but in a sea of noise-cancelling headphones, one of them definitely has more appeal. The biggest differences between these two…
Why it matters
JBL introduced two new headphones to its Live series lineup and both are fighting to live up to expectations. Don’t get me wrong, the JBL…
OpenAI 'pauses' its Stargate UK data center plan
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OpenAI is putting the brakes on Stargate UK, according to Politico and Bloomberg. That’s the company’s AI infrastructure project with NVIDIA that’s meant to help the UK build out its sovereign computing capabilities. The company announced Stargate UK back in September, but it launched a strategic partnership with the…
Why it matters
OpenAI is putting the brakes on Stargate UK, according to Politico and Bloomberg. That’s the company’s AI infrastructure project with…
Google bakes NotebookLM, its research tool, into Gemini
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Google has fully integrated NotebookLM, its AI-powered research tool, into the Gemini app. The company launched a standalone NotebookLM app last year, but as it said in its announcement, “keeping track of everything can be a challenge.” It added NotebookLM as a source in the Gemini app last year, but now you can…
Why it matters
Google has fully integrated NotebookLM, its AI-powered research tool, into the Gemini app. The company launched a standalone NotebookLM app…
Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, with a motor that spins up to 65,000 RPM
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Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool. As the name suggests, it uses the company's proprietary HushJet air projection system. This tech first showed up on an air purifier that we found to be exceptionally quiet. Dyson promises the fan can deliver focused airflow of up to 25m/s, which…
Why it matters
Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool. As the name suggests, it uses the company's proprietary HushJet…
You'll have one more chance to buy Samsung's pricey Galaxy Z TriFold this Friday
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If you missed your chance to pay Samsung $2,900 for a phone earlier this year, we have great news for you. Android Police reported that what may be the final shipment of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold will be arriving in the US on April 10. The unique foldable was discontinued a mere three months after it first went on…
Why it matters
If you missed your chance to pay Samsung $2,900 for a phone earlier this year, we have great news for you. Android Police reported that…
DoorDash and Wing are expanding their drone delivery partnership to Atlanta
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DoorDash and Wing have announced a new partnership that will allow users in metro Atlanta to have food delivered by drone. Besides working with DoorDash in select regions of Virginia, North Carolina and Texas, Wing, Alphabet's drone delivery subsidiary, also recently expanded its agreement to make deliveries for…
Why it matters
DoorDash and Wing have announced a new partnership that will allow users in metro Atlanta to have food delivered by drone. Besides working…
You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list
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Microsoft is testing giving users more control over what games appear in their Xbox achievements and tweaking how achievements look when they're earned. The changes are being introduced via the company's free-to-join Xbox Insiders program, and will presumably roll out to all Xbox owners at some point in the…
Why it matters
Microsoft is testing giving users more control over what games appear in their Xbox achievements and tweaking how achievements look when…
How to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9
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The latest Triple-i Initiative Showcase is nearly upon us, as the indie-focused event returns for its third consecutive year on Thursday, April 9 at 12PM ET / 9AM PT. We’re being promised announcements for 40 games, including eight world premieres, so it’s well worth tuning in if you like your indies. You’ll be able…
Why it matters
The latest Triple-i Initiative Showcase is nearly upon us, as the indie-focused event returns for its third consecutive year on Thursday,…
New ‘Game of Thrones’ Mobile Game ‘Dragonfire’ Launching Tied to ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3
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Ahead of the third season of “Game of Thrones” prequel series “House of the Dragon,” Warner Bros. Games and HBO have announced “Game of Thrones: Dragonfire,” a new free-to-play mobile strategy game based on the Targaryen dynasty drama. Developed by Warner Bros. Games Boston, “Game of…
Why it matters
Ahead of the third season of “Game of Thrones” prequel series “House of the Dragon,” Warner Bros. Games and HBO…
Netflix Orders More ‘Ms. Rachel,’ ‘Sesame Street’ Episodes, Launches Kids Gaming App
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Netflix has set the release dates for new episodes of “Sesame Street” and “Ms. Rachel” as it expands its kids’ content offering with renewals for more existing shows, a new series pickup and even the launch of a gaming app, Netflix Playground. The streamer has renewed “Trash…
Why it matters
Netflix has set the release dates for new episodes of “Sesame Street” and “Ms. Rachel” as it expands its…
‘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…
Why it matters
Amazon and Mattel are expanding the “Masters of the Universe” franchise into gaming with the reveal of “Masters of the Universe: Legends…
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…
‘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…
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…
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…
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He’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the “Assassin’s Creed” franchise. He’s Chris Redfield in “Resident…