Olivia Dean Outpoints The Kid LAROI For Australia’s Chart Title
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The Kid LAROI's latest album starts at No. 2 on the ARIA Chart.
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The Kid LAROI's latest album starts at No. 2 on the ARIA Chart.
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ENHYPEN Unleash Experimental Vampire Lovers LP ‘THE SIN : VANISH’: Stream It Now
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The new release marks the group’s “most immersive and narratively driven chapter to date,” a concept album that takes a big bite into vampire mythology.
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The new release marks the group’s “most immersive and narratively driven chapter to date,” a concept album that takes a big bite into…
The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Soundtrack Is Here: Stream It Now
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The 34-track set features original music by artist and composer Peter Peter.
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The 34-track set features original music by artist and composer Peter Peter.
Dolly Parton Teams With Miley Cyrus, Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah & Lainey Wilson for 80th-Birthday Version of ‘Light of a Clear Blue Morning’
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The star-studded new rendition of Parton's song is in celebration of her Jan. 19 birthday.
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The star-studded new rendition of Parton's song is in celebration of her Jan. 19 birthday.
A$AP Rocky’s Long-Awaited New Album ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ Featuring Tyler, The Creator & Doechii Is Finally Here
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The 2,793-day wait is over.
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The 2,793-day wait is over.
BLACKPINK Opens Pre-Orders Window for ‘Deadline’
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The K-pop superstars will drop their third mini-album, 'DEADLINE,' on Feb. 27.
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The K-pop superstars will drop their third mini-album, 'DEADLINE,' on Feb. 27.
Casting is dead. Long live casting!
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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. Last month, Netflix made the surprising decision to kill off a key feature: With no prior warning, the company removed the ability to cast videos from its…
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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge…
Ray's Blocked Engadget Test Article
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This article is blocked.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/rays-blocked-engadget-test-article-031847986.html?src=rss
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This article is blocked.This article originally appeared on Engadget at…
28 Best Games Like Elden Ring To Play If Nightreign Isn't Your Thing
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From Software's games have had an outsized effect on the gaming landscape since the release of Dark Souls, but none have hit as hard as Elden Ring. The impact is so big, in fact, that for many, finishing Elden Ring means it's time to look for more games like Elden Ring. It combines the essential elements of a Souls…
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From Software's games have had an outsized effect on the gaming landscape since the release of Dark Souls, but none have hit as hard as…
‘The Pitt’ Actress Taylor Dearden on How Learning of Langdon’s Time in Rehab Affects Her Character: “She’s a Different Doctor”
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Now a more confident physician, Dearden's Dr. Mel King greeted Patrick Ball's recovering senior resident with open arms in the season 2 premiere as the two talk about the past 10 months in the second episode of the season.
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Now a more confident physician, Dearden's Dr. Mel King greeted Patrick Ball's recovering senior resident with open arms in the season 2…
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Hands On Impressions
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We got a final preview of Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties ahead of its February 12th release. Learn more about what to expect from Kiryu and Mine in the upcoming release.
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We got a final preview of Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties ahead of its February 12th release. Learn more about what to expect from Kiryu and…
Yakuza Dark Ties - Combat, Bro Time, Shirtless Gameplay
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A compilation of Mine' combat gameplay, a look at Survival Hell, and story cutscenes.
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A compilation of Mine' combat gameplay, a look at Survival Hell, and story cutscenes.
Meghan McCain Calls Out Marjorie Taylor Greene for Trying to Audition for ‘The View’
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McCain, a former panelist on the daytime talk show, made these accusations about the former Republican congresswoman following her recent two appearances on the ABC program.
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McCain, a former panelist on the daytime talk show, made these accusations about the former Republican congresswoman following her recent…
Elden Ring: Nightreign Update Buffs Up Nightfarers
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If you've been hoping for some sweeping balance changes among the Nightfarers in Elden Ring: Nightreign, then the day has arrived. From Software has released a new Nightreign Version 1.03.2 update that re-balances some of the weaker Nightfarers into more formidable heroes across all consoles and PC versions of the…
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If you've been hoping for some sweeping balance changes among the Nightfarers in Elden Ring: Nightreign, then the day has arrived. From…
Gwar Rages Through Chappell Roan’s ‘Pink Pony Club’ and It’s Spectacular
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The Scumdogs of the Universe deliver a thrilling rendition of the Grammy winner's smash hit
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The Scumdogs of the Universe deliver a thrilling rendition of the Grammy winner's smash hit
Meta has discontinued its metaverse for work, too
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Two months before it changed its name to "Meta," Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg personally introduced us to his metaverse for work: Horizon Workrooms, envisioned as a virtual space for workers to collaborate. Today, the company announced it's shutting that space down: "Meta has made the decision to discontinue Workrooms…
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Two months before it changed its name to "Meta," Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg personally introduced us to his metaverse for work: Horizon…
John Oliver Says Warner Bros. Acquisition “Very Hard to Justify Legally,” But “We’re Not Going to Change”
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The 'Last Week Tonight' host made the comments on Trevor Noah's podcast Thursday.
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The 'Last Week Tonight' host made the comments on Trevor Noah's podcast Thursday.
The best Sonos speakers to buy in 2026
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After the self-induced tumult Sonos went through last year, I can understand why some people are reluctant to spend money on the company’s products. But newly appointed CEO Tom Conrad has shown that he’s determined to get back on track and revitalize Sonos as the leading whole-home audio brand. The contentious mobile…
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After the self-induced tumult Sonos went through last year, I can understand why some people are reluctant to spend money on the company’s…
Netflix Renews ‘Culinary Class Wars’ for Season 3 But Shakes Up Competition Format
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The Korean hit competition series returns with a major twist, shifting from individual chefs to restaurant teams after two seasons on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English TV list.
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The Korean hit competition series returns with a major twist, shifting from individual chefs to restaurant teams after two seasons on…
Kathleen Kennedy steps down as Lucasfilm president, marking a new era for the Star Wars franchise
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Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as president of Lucasfilm. Although she will continue as a producer for several Star Wars projects, including upcoming movie The Mandalorian and Grogu, the company will now be helmed by a duo in Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. It's a big changing of the guard for Star Wars fans, and…
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Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as president of Lucasfilm. Although she will continue as a producer for several Star Wars projects,…
Here are the best Apple Watch deals available right now
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In September, Apple launched its latest fleet of smartwatches, including the Apple Watch Series 11, the SE 3, and the Ultra 3. Each wearable offers something a little different (their prices indicate their breadth of features), and we’re already starting to see big price drops. Additionally, we’re still recommending…
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In September, Apple launched its latest fleet of smartwatches, including the Apple Watch Series 11, the SE 3, and the Ultra 3. Each…
Emilia Clarke Is Over the Fantasy Genre Following ‘Game of Thrones’
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The actress played Daenerys Targaryen in the Emmy-winning HBO show for eight seasons.
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The actress played Daenerys Targaryen in the Emmy-winning HBO show for eight seasons.
Hilary Duff Drops New Song ‘Roommates’ About Missing Life Before ‘Carpools’ & ‘Grocery Runs’ Amid Mom Drama
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Basically, it's "a song about when life is life-ing, babe," the singer shared.
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Basically, it's "a song about when life is life-ing, babe," the singer shared.
Hilary Duff’s New Single Is About ‘When Life Is Life-ing, Babe’
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"Roommates," paired with a video that reminds us of her "Come Clean" days, is one of her best songs in years
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"Roommates," paired with a video that reminds us of her "Come Clean" days, is one of her best songs in years
Robbie Williams – ‘Britpop’ review: a love letter to the ’90s and bid to live forever
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Nostalgia offers the pop icon protection on this daft but deft celebration of the ‘Angels’ hitmaker's journey so far The post Robbie Williams – ‘Britpop’ review: a love letter to the ’90s and bid to live forever appeared first on NME.
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Nostalgia offers the pop icon protection on this daft but deft celebration of the ‘Angels’ hitmaker's journey so far The post Robbie…
Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1672 on January 16
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There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1672 on January 16 appeared first on NME.
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There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1672 on…
Robbie Williams Surprise Releases New Album ‘Britpop’
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The British superstar's 13th LP has arrived earlier than planned.
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The British superstar's 13th LP has arrived earlier than planned.
‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, January 16
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Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #950 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, January 16 appeared first on NME.
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Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #950 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, January 16…
Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for January 16
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Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for January 16 appeared first on NME.
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Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for January 16 appeared first on NME.
Framed answer today – here’s the solution for January 16
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You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for January 16 appeared first on NME.
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You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for January 16 appeared first on NME.
‘The Rip’ Review: Genre Pro Joe Carnahan Keeps Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s Gritty Netflix Cop Thriller in Confident Hands
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Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Kyle Chandler also star in this film about a Miami narcotics unit navigating a high-stakes situation in a cartel stash house.
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Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Kyle Chandler also star in this film about a Miami narcotics unit navigating a…
E! Is Developing a Show Where “Canceled” Celebs Live Together in a House and Work on “Redemption”
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What could go possibly wrong with 'Becoming Uncanceled'?
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What could go possibly wrong with 'Becoming Uncanceled'?
Resident Evil Requiem Showcase Reveals Grace And Leon Gameplay Differences
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Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem Showcase didn't reveal much about the story, but it did go into detail about how the game will change depending upon which character you're playing, and the title will also introduce new difficulty settings to the franchise. The new heroine, Grace Ashcroft, will represent a more classic,…
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Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem Showcase didn't reveal much about the story, but it did go into detail about how the game will change…
Grok undressed the mother of one of Elon Musk’s kids — and now she’s suing
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Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of X owner Elon Musk's children, is suing his company for enabling its AI to virtually strip her down into a bikini without her consent. St. Clair is one of the many people over the past couple weeks who have found themselves undressed without permission by X's AI […]
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Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of X owner Elon Musk's children, is suing his company for enabling its AI to virtually strip her down…
ASUS has stopped producing the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB, saying they've reached 'end of life'
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YouTube channel Hardware Unboxed is reporting that ASUS has stopped producing the RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB due to the ongoing memory crunch. In its most recent video, the channel states ASUS “explicitly” told it the RTX 5070 Ti is “currently facing a supply shortage.” As a result, the company has “placed the model…
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YouTube channel Hardware Unboxed is reporting that ASUS has stopped producing the RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB due to the ongoing memory…
Senate passes minibus bill funding NASA, rejecting Trump's proposed cuts
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After a tumultuous 2025 that saw it lose around 4,000 employees, NASA finally has an operating budget for 2026, and one that largely preserves its scientific capabilities. On Thursday, the Senate passed an appropriations bill funding NASA, alongside the National Science Foundation and a handful of other federal…
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After a tumultuous 2025 that saw it lose around 4,000 employees, NASA finally has an operating budget for 2026, and one that largely…
How To Use Resetti's Reset Service In Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds plenty of new features with the latest 3.0 update, including Resetti's Reset Service, which delivers a way for you to tidy up your island without doing all the manual labor yourself. There are some fees and limitations, but this guide will explain everything you need to know about…
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds plenty of new features with the latest 3.0 update, including Resetti's Reset Service, which delivers a…
Dave Filoni takes charge of Star Wars as new president of Lucasfilm
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There's a new name in charge of stewarding Star Wars at Lucasfilm. The studio just announced that Dave Filoni - best-known for his work on The Mandalorian and The Clone Wars - will be taking over as president. Former president Kathleen Kennedy, whose departure had been rumored for some time, will be stepping down and…
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There's a new name in charge of stewarding Star Wars at Lucasfilm. The studio just announced that Dave Filoni - best-known for his work on…
‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Moves to Manhattan Full-Time as Sunset Pier 94 Studios’ First Major Tenant
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Paramount Television Studios leases 70,000 shiny, new square feet in New York City.
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Paramount Television Studios leases 70,000 shiny, new square feet in New York City.
Streaming Ratings: ‘Fallout’ Falls Off With Change From Binge to Weekly Release for Season 2
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‘Stranger Things’ retains its hold on the top overall spot.
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‘Stranger Things’ retains its hold on the top overall spot.
‘Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo’ Vol. 1 Debuts at No. 1 on Japan Book Hot 100
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At No. 2 is Yukinobu Tatsu’s Dandadan Vol. 22.
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At No. 2 is Yukinobu Tatsu’s Dandadan Vol. 22.
Bandai Namco Game Music’s Strategies for Leveraging Content, Proven Successful by Its Catalog of Over 6,000 Pieces of Music: Interview
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Billboard Japan spoke with Norihiro Fukuda and Natsuko Kaneko about Bandai Namco Game Music, the music label operated by the Bandai Namco Group.
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Billboard Japan spoke with Norihiro Fukuda and Natsuko Kaneko about Bandai Namco Game Music, the music label operated by the Bandai Namco…
Natural Cycles launches wristband to replace thermometers for its FDA-cleared birth control app
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Natural Cycles, the company behind a controversial FDA-cleared birth control app, is replacing its thermometer with a wristband that measures skin temperature, heart rate, and movement during sleep. The newly-launched wristband costs $129.99 and syncs with the Natural Cycles app, which uses an algorithm to determine a…
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Natural Cycles, the company behind a controversial FDA-cleared birth control app, is replacing its thermometer with a wristband that…
Why Pamela Anderson Says She Felt “Weird” and “Yucky” Sitting Near Seth Rogen at Golden Globes
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Rogen starred in and executive produced the miniseries 'Pam & Tommy,' which Anderson has criticized.
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Rogen starred in and executive produced the miniseries 'Pam & Tommy,' which Anderson has criticized.
A $250 billion trade deal will see Taiwan bring more semiconductor production to the US
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The US and Taiwan have signed an agreement that will see a multi-billion dollar investment into domestic development of semiconductors and related infrastructure. The US Department of Commerce announced that Taiwanese businesses will make an upfront investment of at least $250 billion into their US production…
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The US and Taiwan have signed an agreement that will see a multi-billion dollar investment into domestic development of semiconductors and…
Bella Hadid Says She’d “Love” to Continue Acting After Ryan Murphy’s ‘The Beauty’: “This Is a Dream of Mine”
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The real-life supermodel is also appearing as a supermodel — but with a twist — in the FX body horror series.
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The real-life supermodel is also appearing as a supermodel — but with a twist — in the FX body horror series.
Bluesky's 'Live Now' badge is available to everyone
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After testing the feature in a limited beta, Bluesky is making its "Live Now" badge for streamers available for everyone on the social network to try. Live Now is included as part of Bluesky's v1.114 update, alongside "cashtags," a separate type of hashtag for collecting conversations about…
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After testing the feature in a limited beta, Bluesky is making its "Live Now" badge for streamers available for everyone on the…
Star Wars Shake-Up: Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down as George Lucas Protégé Dave Filoni, Exec Lynwen Brennan Take Over Lucasfilm
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The change in leadership may mean a new hope for the storied franchise or it could be an attack of the clones by giving fans more of the same.
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The change in leadership may mean a new hope for the storied franchise or it could be an attack of the clones by giving fans more of the…
You can save over $1,500 on LG’s 65-inch C5 OLED TV
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LG might have just revealed its new C6 OLED TVs at CES 2026, but we still don’t know when they’ll actually hit stores. If you don’t want to wait — or spend a couple thousand dollars on a brand new model — the current-gen LG C5 OLED is a fantastic option now the 65-inch model […]
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LG might have just revealed its new C6 OLED TVs at CES 2026, but we still don’t know when they’ll actually hit stores. If you don’t want to…
The best alternatives to Spotify for listening to music
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Spotify is probably one of the most well-known music services available (if not the most popular) around - and it seems that the company it taking advantage of that. As of this month, Spotify announced that it was raising its prices, the third time since 2023. If that concerns you (especially if you're a current…
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Spotify is probably one of the most well-known music services available (if not the most popular) around - and it seems that the company it…
Glen Powell, Sam Esmail Team for Mystery Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Tesseract’ for Amazon MGM, UA
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The 'Mr. Robot' creator wrote the script and will direct the feature.
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The 'Mr. Robot' creator wrote the script and will direct the feature.
Asus says it’s dropping the RTX 5070 Ti as the memory shortage squeezes supply
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On Thursday, Hardware Unboxed reported that Asus is winding down production of its RTX 5070 Ti, saying, Asus "explicitly told us this model is currently facing a supply shortage and, as such, they have placed the model into end-of-life status." They added that the same applies to Asus's 16GB RTX 5060 Ti, and mentioned…
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On Thursday, Hardware Unboxed reported that Asus is winding down production of its RTX 5070 Ti, saying, Asus "explicitly told us this model…
‘Game Of Thrones’ books will kill a lot more people than TV show, says George R. R. Martin
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The final two entries in 'A Song Of Ice And Fire' remain unfinished The post ‘Game Of Thrones’ books will kill a lot more people than TV show, says George R. R. Martin appeared first on NME.
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The final two entries in 'A Song Of Ice And Fire' remain unfinished The post ‘Game Of Thrones’ books will kill a lot more people than TV…
How To Use All New Amiibos In Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0
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The 3.0 update in Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds plenty of free content to enjoy, but it also includes new crossovers with Splatoon and The Legend of Zelda, allowing you to purchase specific Amiibo figures to invite villagers and unlock themed items for your island. This guide will show you all the new characters…
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The 3.0 update in Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds plenty of free content to enjoy, but it also includes new crossovers with Splatoon and…
Amazon's New World: Aeternum MMO will go offline January 31, 2027
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Today, Amazon shared more details about the final chapter of its game New World: Aeternum. The company announced in October that it would wind down support for the MMO, with the Nighthaven season to be its last. New World will be delisted and no longer available for purchase starting today, but the game's servers will…
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Today, Amazon shared more details about the final chapter of its game New World: Aeternum. The company announced in October that it would…
Fallout Is Returning To Magic: The Gathering With A Twist
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In 2024, Magic: The Gathering entered the wasteland of Fallout with four preconstructed Commander decks, which featured many key characters, locations, and events from the Fallout video games. Today, an update on Magic's Secret Lair website points to a new collaboration with Bethesda's post-apocalyptic universe, but…
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In 2024, Magic: The Gathering entered the wasteland of Fallout with four preconstructed Commander decks, which featured many key…
Netflix's expanded Sony deal includes streaming rights to the Legend of Zelda movie
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As part of a new agreement, films from Sony Pictures Entertainment will stream on Netflix first, the companies announced via a joint statement. The new deal expands on the exclusive rights Netflix had to Sony films in the US, and means the service will be the first place people will be able to stream upcoming projects…
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As part of a new agreement, films from Sony Pictures Entertainment will stream on Netflix first, the companies announced via a joint…
This AI artist has three songs in the Spotify viral top 50 and has already fooled Selena Gomez
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It is far from the first time that AI-generated music has climbed the Spotify charts The post This AI artist has three songs in the Spotify viral top 50 and has already fooled Selena Gomez appeared first on NME.
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It is far from the first time that AI-generated music has climbed the Spotify charts The post This AI artist has three songs in the Spotify…
Expedition 33 Is Nominated For Another Game Of The Year Award--See All The 2026 Game Dev Awards Nominees
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The Game Developers Conference is coming this March in San Francisco, and the event also includes the Game Developers Choice Awards. This year, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads the way with eight total nominations, including a nod for Game of the Year.Other games nominated for Game of the Year this year include Blue…
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The Game Developers Conference is coming this March in San Francisco, and the event also includes the Game Developers Choice Awards. This…
How To Unlock The Megaphone In Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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The new 3.0 update has arrived in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing new content alongside the Switch 2 edition of the game. One of the newest additions is the megaphone, a Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive item that lets you call out and easily locate residents on your island. This guide will explain how to get and…
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The new 3.0 update has arrived in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing new content alongside the Switch 2 edition of the game. One of…
Subway Surfers Sequel Is Coming In February
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In 2012, SYBO launched the mobile sensation Subway Surfers. That game went on to become one of most downloaded mobile titles of all time. Now, the sequel, Subway Surfers City, is set to launch next month on mobile devices.The announcement of the game's release date was accompanied by a cinematic trailer that shows off…
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In 2012, SYBO launched the mobile sensation Subway Surfers. That game went on to become one of most downloaded mobile titles of all time.…
Lauryn Hill Pays Tribute to John Forté: ‘This Loss Is Surreal…My Heart Aches’
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"Rest in peace, gentle King," Hill writes to her friend and Fugees contributor following news of his death
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"Rest in peace, gentle King," Hill writes to her friend and Fugees contributor following news of his death
"Excessive Gaming" Could Be Damaging Your Health, Study Suggests
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We're called GameSpot, so we clearly love to play some video games. You're reading stories on this site called GameSpot, so it's safe to assume that you love to play some video games, too. However, we all need to be careful with how long we play video games because a new study suggests that logging too many hours…
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We're called GameSpot, so we clearly love to play some video games. You're reading stories on this site called GameSpot, so it's safe to…
The Oscars Can’t Pretend Anime Doesn’t Exist Anymore
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After decades of snubs, massive global hits like 'Demon Slayer' and 'KPop Demon Hunters' are forcing the Academy to rethink what counts as award-worthy animation.
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After decades of snubs, massive global hits like 'Demon Slayer' and 'KPop Demon Hunters' are forcing the Academy to rethink what counts as…
Kanye West Fails to Derail Lawsuit in Epic Saga Over $57 Million Malibu Mansion
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A construction manager who claims Ye placed him in “extreme danger” during the gutting of a Tado Ando-designed mansion has a trial date set for March 2
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A construction manager who claims Ye placed him in “extreme danger” during the gutting of a Tado Ando-designed mansion has a trial date set…
Amazon's Big MMO That Started Strong Is Shutting Down
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Amazon Games has announced that the MMO New World: Aeternum will go offline at the end of January 2027. The announcement isn't a total surprise, though, as some theorized this would be the case after the developer announced that the MMO would get no more new content after the Nighthaven seasonal update last year. In…
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Amazon Games has announced that the MMO New World: Aeternum will go offline at the end of January 2027. The announcement isn't a total…
Flaw in 17 Google Fast Pair audio devices could let hackers eavesdrop
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Now would be a good time to update all your Bluetooth audio devices. On Thursday, Wired reported on a security flaw in 17 headphone and speaker models that could allow hackers to access your devices, including their microphones. The vulnerability stems from a faulty implementation of Google's one-tap (Fast Pair)…
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Now would be a good time to update all your Bluetooth audio devices. On Thursday, Wired reported on a security flaw in 17 headphone and…
‘Traitors’ fans think ‘Uncloaked’ line-up reveals who’s making it to the final
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Possible spoilers ahead! The post ‘Traitors’ fans think ‘Uncloaked’ line-up reveals who’s making it to the final appeared first on NME.
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Possible spoilers ahead! The post ‘Traitors’ fans think ‘Uncloaked’ line-up reveals who’s making it to the final appeared first on NME.
Robert Downey Jr. Calls Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ Turn “a Generation-Defining Performance” in “a Decade-Defining Film”
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The 60-year-old Oscar winner and the 30-year-old Oscar contender spoke exclusively with THR prior to a conversation in front of 600 Academy, BAFTA and guild members that took place at Downey's instigation.
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The 60-year-old Oscar winner and the 30-year-old Oscar contender spoke exclusively with THR prior to a conversation in front of 600…
The Best Fighting Games To Throw Down With In 2026
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Settle it in the streetsWhen it comes to picking the best fighting games, there's no shortage of options--the genre has been one of the industry's most consistent since the early 1990s. Names like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, and Tekken have grown into some of the biggest series in the entire industry, let alone…
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Settle it in the streetsWhen it comes to picking the best fighting games, there's no shortage of options--the genre has been one of the…
Amazon is making a Fallout Shelter competition reality TV show
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The second season of Amazon's excellent Fallout show is currently airing, but the company is already looking to expand its programming around the popular franchise. Prime Video has greenlit a unscripted reality show titled Fallout Shelter. It will be a ten-episode run with Studio Lambert, the team behind reality…
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The second season of Amazon's excellent Fallout show is currently airing, but the company is already looking to expand its programming…
Bradley Cooper and Will Arnett: How We Pulled Off ‘Is This Thing On?’
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Inside the making of the indie that turns divorce, late-life reinvention and open mic confessionals into an unexpectedly emotional (and funny) love story.
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Inside the making of the indie that turns divorce, late-life reinvention and open mic confessionals into an unexpectedly emotional (and…
Sophia Bush, Jerry O’Connell, Violet McGraw to Star in YA Comedy ‘Summer’s Last Resort’ (Exclusive)
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Director Melanie Scrofano's Tubi Original feature is currently in production and centers on a teen aiming to sabotage her mom's new romance.
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Director Melanie Scrofano's Tubi Original feature is currently in production and centers on a teen aiming to sabotage her mom's new romance.
GOG Boss Says We May Get "Fewer Games" If Regulators Force Devs To Maintain Them Forever
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The boss of digital PC storefront GOG has weighed in on the conversation around Anthem's demise, saying that there may be a future in which fewer games could be developed and published if regulators demand that creators keep them alive forever.Speaking to Eurogamer on January 15 after Anthem was laid to rest, GOG's…
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The boss of digital PC storefront GOG has weighed in on the conversation around Anthem's demise, saying that there may be a future in which…
‘Game of Thrones’ Stars Sophie Turner and Kit Harington Reunite as Love Interests in New ‘The Dreadful’ Trailer
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The actors previously played half-siblings Sansa Stark and Jon Snow on the HBO drama series.
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The actors previously played half-siblings Sansa Stark and Jon Snow on the HBO drama series.
PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson Get an Ego Boost in ‘Stateside’ Video
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The single debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 this week after appearing on the collaborative remix edition of PinkPantheress’ mixtape Fancy That
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The single debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 this week after appearing on the collaborative remix edition of PinkPantheress’ mixtape Fancy…
Nigel Farage tricked into paying tribute to late paedophile and shamed Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins on Cameo
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It is not the first time the Reform UK leader has fallen for such a prank The post Nigel Farage tricked into paying tribute to late paedophile and shamed Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins on Cameo appeared first on NME.
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It is not the first time the Reform UK leader has fallen for such a prank The post Nigel Farage tricked into paying tribute to late…
David Linde Named CEO of Sundance Institute
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The former CEO of Participant Media and Universal Pictures chairman will begin his tenure on Feb. 17.
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The former CEO of Participant Media and Universal Pictures chairman will begin his tenure on Feb. 17.
Paul McCartney Remembers Sharing a Stage With Bob Weir: He ‘Inspired Many People’
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Artist reflects on the late Grateful Dead guitarist’s sense of humor and musicianship in tribute
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Artist reflects on the late Grateful Dead guitarist’s sense of humor and musicianship in tribute
No, Mr. Bond, We Expect You to Lie: Why the 007 Rumor Mill Keeps Churning Out Duds
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Stars — and their publicists — are learning that the one thing almost as good as being signed as the next 007 is being rumored for the part.
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Stars — and their publicists — are learning that the one thing almost as good as being signed as the next 007 is being rumored for the part.
How to claim Verizon's $20 credit for Wednesday's service outage
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Verizon is offering a very small mea culpa after Wednesday's massive outage, which drew more than 1.5 million reports on Downdetector and lasted hours. The carrier posted on X that it will offer a $20 credit, but customers must redeem it in the myVerizon app. "This credit isn’t meant to make up for what happened.…
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Verizon is offering a very small mea culpa after Wednesday's massive outage, which drew more than 1.5 million reports on Downdetector and…
Heist game Relooted gets a release date
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The intriguing Africanfuturist heist game, Relooted, is out on February 10. Developed by independent South African studio Nyamakop, the game focuses on a ragtag crew from Johannesburg that liberates real-life African artifacts from a series of fictionalized Western museums. Relooted is best described as a 2.5d…
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The intriguing Africanfuturist heist game, Relooted, is out on February 10. Developed by independent South African studio Nyamakop, the…
Lamb of God Present ‘Into Oblivion,’ a Song About ‘Where We’re Headed’ in America
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Song previews new album, also titled Into Oblivion, due this spring
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Song previews new album, also titled Into Oblivion, due this spring
Harry Styles announces new album ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco Occasionally’
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Posters hinting at new music started popping up around the world over the past few days The post Harry Styles announces new album ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco Occasionally’ appeared first on NME.
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Posters hinting at new music started popping up around the world over the past few days The post Harry Styles announces new album ‘Kiss All…
The Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 expansion has arrived earlier than expected
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For a number of very obvious reasons, we don’t want to roll back the clock to early 2020. No thank you. But if there was a feel-good lockdown story, it was the perfectly timed arrival of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which allowed friends who could no longer meet up IRL to do so virtually on their carefully pruned…
Why it matters
For a number of very obvious reasons, we don’t want to roll back the clock to early 2020. No thank you. But if there was a feel-good…
Foo Fighters Honor Injured Pat Smear at L.A. Gig With ‘My Hero’
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The guitarist, who suffered a “bizarre gardening accident,” introduced the band in a pre-show clip
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The guitarist, who suffered a “bizarre gardening accident,” introduced the band in a pre-show clip
Harry Styles Returns With His First Album in Four Years, ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally’
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New album is set for a March 6 release date
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New album is set for a March 6 release date
Wikimedia announces AI partners including Meta and Microsoft
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As part of Wikipedia's 25th anniversary, parent company Wikimedia announced a slew of partnerships with AI-focused companies like Amazon, Meta, Perplexity, Microsoft and others. The deals are meant to alleviate some of the cost associated with AI chatbots accessing Wikipedia content in enormous volumes by giving the…
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As part of Wikipedia's 25th anniversary, parent company Wikimedia announced a slew of partnerships with AI-focused companies like Amazon,…
Indie RPG Sea of Stars hits iOS and Android on April 7
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The indie RPG Sea of Stars is being released for mobile platforms on April 7. The iOS and Android versions are priced at just $10, which is a steal considering it cost $35 when it was first released for PC and consoles. Heck, it still costs that much on many platforms. This is a mobile release, so it's not an exact…
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The indie RPG Sea of Stars is being released for mobile platforms on April 7. The iOS and Android versions are priced at just $10, which is…
‘Subway Surfers’ Sets Sequel Game, ‘Subway Surfers City,’ Releasing in February
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Popular mobile game “Subway Surfers” has announced the upcoming launch of its sequel, “Subway Surfers City.” Debuting globally on Feb. 26, “Subway Surfers City” reimagines the original 2012 game’s train-track chase with an upgraded art style, new gameplay mechanics and modes,…
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Popular mobile game “Subway Surfers” has announced the upcoming launch of its sequel, “Subway Surfers City.”…
More than 100 classic episodes of Sesame Street are now streaming on YouTube and YouTube Kids
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If you’re looking for something to entertain your kids for the next several months (and potentially longer), YouTube would like you to know that more than 100 classic episodes of Sesame Street are now streaming on the platform. The partnership between Sesame Street creator Sesame Workshop and YouTube was first…
Why it matters
If you’re looking for something to entertain your kids for the next several months (and potentially longer), YouTube would like you to know…
Feeling Optimistic? Zach Bryan Can Change That With ‘Pocket Change’
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Fresh off of re-recording his latest album acoustically to stave off whiners, Bryan can’t shake his doldrums on sparse new song
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Fresh off of re-recording his latest album acoustically to stave off whiners, Bryan can’t shake his doldrums on sparse new song
Mentra’s first smart glasses are open-source and come with their own app store
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Mentra will soon start shipping its first smart glasses, the Mentra Live. At first glance, there’s nothing obvious setting Mentra’s glasses apart from its more well-known competitors, but they come with their own dedicated app store, and employ an open-source OS with an SDK that developers have had access to since…
Why it matters
Mentra will soon start shipping its first smart glasses, the Mentra Live. At first glance, there’s nothing obvious setting Mentra’s glasses…
Samsung’s refreshed Mobile Gaming Hub is trying to make it easier to discover new games
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During CES 2026, Samsung unveiled plenty of new TVs, monitors and other hardware. However, the company is also looking to expand further into video games and has announced a significant refresh to its Gaming Hub on smartphones. Engadget spoke with Samsung’s Jong Woo, VP of Game Services, who explained that the update…
Why it matters
During CES 2026, Samsung unveiled plenty of new TVs, monitors and other hardware. However, the company is also looking to expand further…
Roblox's age verification system is reportedly a trainwreck
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Roblox's age-verification system was designed as a response to allegations it has a child predator problem. Less than a week in, how's it going? Well, Wired reported on Tuesday that, in some cases, it's classifying children as adults and adults as children. So, not so great!Last week, Roblox made age verification…
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Roblox's age-verification system was designed as a response to allegations it has a child predator problem. Less than a week in, how's it…
007 First Light dev admits it messed up PC specs announcement
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IO Interactive raised a few eyebrows last week when it announced the minimum and recommended PC specs for 007 First Light. To run the James Bond adventure at in 1080p at 60 fps, IOI initially said you'd need to have a rig with at least 32GB of RAM and a GPU with 12GB of VRAM. The studio has now revised those numbers…
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IO Interactive raised a few eyebrows last week when it announced the minimum and recommended PC specs for 007 First Light. To run the James…
NBA League Pass subscriptions are up to 55 percent off right now
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Basketball fans can save on NBA League Pass right now, which lets you catch a bunch of out-of-market NBA games via streaming. The League Pass Premium subscription is on sale for $75, down from the usual $160, and League Pass Standard is marked down to $50 from $110. Considering we're almost halfway though the season,…
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Basketball fans can save on NBA League Pass right now, which lets you catch a bunch of out-of-market NBA games via streaming. The League…
Valerion VisionMaster Max projector review: Near-perfect image quality comes at a price
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After a widely hyped and successful Kickstarter campaign, Valerion’s 4K VisionMaster Max laser projector has finally arrived. It’s the company’s new flagship model in the VisionMaster series, offering better image quality and more convenience than its other models. However, it’s quite expensive and has some stiff…
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After a widely hyped and successful Kickstarter campaign, Valerion’s 4K VisionMaster Max laser projector has finally arrived. It’s the…
Trump administration imposes a 25 percent tariff on high-end chips
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President Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a 25 percent tariff on “certain advanced computing chips,” the White House has announced. As The New York Times notes, the administration previously threatened much bigger and broader tariffs for chips. Trump even said that he was going to impose a 100 percent tariff…
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President Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a 25 percent tariff on “certain advanced computing chips,” the White House has…
OpenAI quietly rolls out a dedicated ChatGPT translation tool
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OpenAI has debuted a dedicated ChatGPT-powered translation tool. While folks have been using the main chatbot for translation for some time, you can now find ChatGPT Translate on its own webpage, as Android Authority spotted. The tool can translate text, voice inputs and images into more than 50 languages in…
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OpenAI has debuted a dedicated ChatGPT-powered translation tool. While folks have been using the main chatbot for translation for some…
Spotify is getting a buck more expensive in February
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Spotify is raising the prices for its premium subscriptions by $1 to $2 across the board, starting this February. Those are similar figures to the company’s last price hike in 2024. Subscribers across the US, Estonia and Latvia will soon receive an email, notifying them that they’ll be paying a larger amount for their…
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Spotify is raising the prices for its premium subscriptions by $1 to $2 across the board, starting this February. Those are similar figures…
Get up to $90 off reMarkable E Ink tablet bundles
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E Ink tablets can provide the best of both worlds, giving you a similar tactile response to writing with pen and paper while also conveniently holding all of your digital files. reMarkable has a new year sale going on right now on its E Ink tablets, where you can save between $70 and $90 on a bundle, depending on the…
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E Ink tablets can provide the best of both worlds, giving you a similar tactile response to writing with pen and paper while also…
AirTags drop back down to $65 for a four-pack
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Apple keeps most of its product pricing on a tight leash, but we do see the company's AirTags go on sale pretty frequently. Another cost cut has come around for this item just in time for the holidays. Amazon is currently selling a four-pack of AirTags for $65. At a third off the regular cost, that price is pretty…
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Apple keeps most of its product pricing on a tight leash, but we do see the company's AirTags go on sale pretty frequently. Another cost…
FTC finalizes GM punishment over driver data sharing scandal
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After reaching a proposed settlement last year, the FTC has banned General Motors from sharing specific consumer data with third parties, TechCrunch reported. The finalized order wraps up one of the more egregious cases of a corporation collecting its customers' data and then using it against them. Two years…
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After reaching a proposed settlement last year, the FTC has banned General Motors from sharing specific consumer data with third parties,…
ISS mission splashes down after medical issue
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The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying the Crew-11 astronauts has splashed down into the ocean after they left the ISS a month earlier than planned due a medical issue. It’s the first time NASA cut a mission short due to a medical concern. The agency didn’t name the crew member and their condition but stated that they…
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The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying the Crew-11 astronauts has splashed down into the ocean after they left the ISS a month earlier than…
The best cheap fitness trackers for 2026
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You don’t need to spend a fortune to stay on top of your health goals while tracking your fitness. These days, even cheap fitness trackers come packed with features that help you monitor your heart rate, track your steps and even analyze your sleep stages. Many budget options now include GPS tracking for those outdoor…
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You don’t need to spend a fortune to stay on top of your health goals while tracking your fitness. These days, even cheap fitness trackers…
Verizon says its service is back after a 10-hour outage
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Verizon’s network is experiencing technical issues that are impacting calls and wireless data. Verizon customers on X have reported seeing “SOS” rather than the traditional network bars on their smartphones, and even the network provider’s own status page struggled to load, likely due to the number of customers trying…
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Verizon’s network is experiencing technical issues that are impacting calls and wireless data. Verizon customers on X have reported seeing…
X says Grok will no longer edit images of real people into bikinis
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X says it is changing its policies around Grok’s image-editing abilities following a multi-week outcry over the chatbot repeatedly being accused of generating sexualized images of children and nonconsensual nudity. In an update shared from the @Safety account on X, the company said it has “implemented technological…
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X says it is changing its policies around Grok’s image-editing abilities following a multi-week outcry over the chatbot repeatedly being…
Netflix will air new video podcasts from Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin this month
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Netflix is continuing to double down on podcasts, with the streaming service's announcement that it has hired talent to host two original shows for its platform. The first show stars NFL Hall of Famer-turned-analyst Michael Irvin and the second is a talk show for former Saturday Night Live cast member Pete…
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Netflix is continuing to double down on podcasts, with the streaming service's announcement that it has hired talent to host two original…
28 advocacy groups call on Apple and Google to ban Grok, X over nonconsensual deepfakes
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Elon Musk isn't the only party at fault for Grok's nonconsensual intimate deepfakes of real people, including children. What about Apple and Google? The two (frequently virtue-signaling) companies have inexplicably allowed Grok and X to remain in their app stores — even as Musk's chatbot reportedly continues to…
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Elon Musk isn't the only party at fault for Grok's nonconsensual intimate deepfakes of real people, including children. What about Apple…
Ryan Hurst cast as Kratos for live-action God of War show
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Amazon's upcoming God of War live-action TV adaptation has cast Ryan Hurst as its Kratos. Sony announced the casting today on X with a brief post and an image of both Hurst and Kratos in full scowl mode. Hurst is already sporting a very Kratos-style beard, so he's already got the right vibe going for him. He has past…
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Amazon's upcoming God of War live-action TV adaptation has cast Ryan Hurst as its Kratos. Sony announced the casting today on X with a…
The best VPN deals: Up to 88 percent off ProtonVPN, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, NordVPN and more
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In a chaotic world, one thing you can count on is your own common-sense steps toward better cybersecurity. January is a great time to grab a subscription for yourself or a loved one, as a few holiday sales are (inexplicably) still happening. With access to a virtual private network (VPN), you can stream TV shows and…
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In a chaotic world, one thing you can count on is your own common-sense steps toward better cybersecurity. January is a great time to grab…
Civilization VII comes to Apple Arcade in February
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The App Store is a home for many kinds of apps (including, inexplicably, one that lets users undress strangers without their consent). But hey, it also has games! And soon the store's Apple Arcade service will include one more: the not-so-highly rated Civilization VII.Apple announced on Wednesday that Sid Meier's…
Why it matters
The App Store is a home for many kinds of apps (including, inexplicably, one that lets users undress strangers without their consent). But…
2K’s ‘Civilization 7’ to Launch Across Apple Devices in February (Gaming News Roundup)
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The Apple Arcade version of 2K Games’ “Sid Meier’s Civilization 7” is set to launch next month. The Firaxis Games-developed turn-based strategy game, which debuted to mixed reviews last February, will be available to play on iPhone, iPad and Mac as of Feb. 5 Per Apple’s description for the…
Why it matters
The Apple Arcade version of 2K Games’ “Sid Meier’s Civilization 7” is set to launch next month. The Firaxis…
California is investigating Grok over AI-generated CSAM and nonconsensual deepfakes
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California authorities have launched an investigation into xAI following weeks of reports that the chatbot was generating sexualized images of children. "xAI appears to be facilitating the large-scale production of deepfake nonconsensual intimate images that are being used to harass women and girls across the…
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California authorities have launched an investigation into xAI following weeks of reports that the chatbot was generating sexualized images…
Save up to 78 percent on ExpressVPN two-year plans right now
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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.59 for the promo period. We’ve consistently liked…
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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28…
Zohran Mamdani’s Head of NYC Media and Entertainment Office on Meeting With SAG-AFTRA, Bringing Projects Back From Europe: ‘We Are Prioritizing the Workers Who Run These Productions’
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Zohran Mamdani’s newly appointed commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Rafael Espinal, has already lined up a meeting with Gotham-based SAG-AFTRA leadership to find out what the department could be doing to better serve the actors’ union as it enters new…
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Zohran Mamdani’s newly appointed commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Rafael Espinal,…
PS Plus Game Catalog additions for January include Resident Evil Village and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
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Sony just announced January's Game Catalog additions for PS Plus subscribers and it's a fantastic lineup. All of these titles will be ready to play on January 20. First up, there's Resident Evil Village. This is a direct sequel to 2017’s Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. It's a full game with plenty of jump scares and an…
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Sony just announced January's Game Catalog additions for PS Plus subscribers and it's a fantastic lineup. All of these titles will be ready…
He could just turn it off
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Generative AI, we are repeatedly told, is a transformative and complicated technology. So complicated that its own creators are unable to explain why it acts the way it does, and so transformative that we'd be fools to stand in the way of progress. Even when progress resembles a machine for undressing strangers…
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Generative AI, we are repeatedly told, is a transformative and complicated technology. So complicated that its own creators are unable to…
How to turn off a VPN on iPhone
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Look, virtual private networks are great — I wouldn't have made a list of the best VPNs if I didn't recommend using them. But being able to control your own technology is also important. A VPN can provide protection and peace of mind when used properly, but you may not want it active on your phone all the time.For…
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Look, virtual private networks are great — I wouldn't have made a list of the best VPNs if I didn't recommend using them. But being able to…
Get three months of Audible for only $3
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Have a hankering for some audiobooks? Audible is holding one heck of a sale right now, giving users three months of access for $3. That's a dollar per month. This is something of a winter tradition for the Amazon-owned platform and the promotion ends on January 21. An Audible subscription grants one audiobook per…
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Have a hankering for some audiobooks? Audible is holding one heck of a sale right now, giving users three months of access for $3. That's a…
The first-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are $150 off right now
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The first-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are on sale right now for $280, marked down from $430. That 35 percent savings is an even steeper discount than we saw last year Black Friday. In our review of the first-generation Ultras, we gave them a score of 86 out of 100, noting their best-in-class…
Why it matters
The first-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are on sale right now for $280, marked down from $430. That 35 percent savings is…
The Mac mini M4 is back on sale for $499
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The holiday season may be behind us, but that doesn't mean you can't still find good deals on some of our favorite tech. Take the Apple Mac mini M4, which is on sale for $100 off. The 17 percent discount gives you 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD for $499, which is only about $20 more than its Black Friday sale price. Its…
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The holiday season may be behind us, but that doesn't mean you can't still find good deals on some of our favorite tech. Take the Apple Mac…
Gemini can now pull context the rest of your Google apps, if you let it
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Gemini is adding a feature that’s designed to feel more tailored to individual users. Once enabled, "Personal Intelligence" can pull context from across your Google ecosystem, including Gmail, Google Photos, Search and YouTube History, to gain specific insight that will shape its answers and recommendations.…
Why it matters
Gemini is adding a feature that’s designed to feel more tailored to individual users. Once enabled, "Personal Intelligence" can…
‘Game of Thrones’ Mobile Game ‘Legends’ Sets ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Tie-In Ahead of HBO Spinoff’s Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
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HBO’s new “Game of Thrones” spinoff series “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” has launched a tie-in with Zynga mobile game “Game of Thrones: Legends” featuring leading characters Ser Duncan the Tall and Egg. The new additions to the Zynga game, licensed by Warner Bros.…
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HBO’s new “Game of Thrones” spinoff series “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” has launched a tie-in with Zynga…
YouTube adds more parental controls, including a way to block teens from watching Shorts
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YouTube is rolling out some additional parental controls, including a way to set time limits for viewing Shorts on teen accounts. In the near future, parents and guardians will be able to set the Shorts timer to zero on supervised accounts. "This is an industry-first feature that puts parents firmly in control of…
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YouTube is rolling out some additional parental controls, including a way to set time limits for viewing Shorts on teen accounts. In the…
Our favorite 3-in-1 wireless charger from UGreen is 32 percent off right now
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You can easily spruce up your nightstand or desk by decluttering a bit, replacing some of those annoying charging cables with a good wireless charging setup. One of our favorites that can handle three devices at once is the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2 3-in-1 Charger Station 25W. Normally $140, it's on sale right now for $95;…
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You can easily spruce up your nightstand or desk by decluttering a bit, replacing some of those annoying charging cables with a good…
The Nintendo Switch 2025 year in review is finally here
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We’re almost exactly halfway through January, but Nintendo has clearly taken a better-late-than-never approach to its 2025 year in review feature, which finally went live this week for Switch and Switch 2 users. All you need to do is head here and sign into your Nintendo account to see your 2025 breakdown. Like most…
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We’re almost exactly halfway through January, but Nintendo has clearly taken a better-late-than-never approach to its 2025 year in review…
Pick up Apple's 25W MagSafe charger while it's down to $30
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If you want a wireless charger for your iPhone and prefer to stick with Apple, Amazon has a sale that may pique your interest. The retailer is selling the one meter Apple Magsafe charger for $30, saving you $10 off the regular price, while also selling the two meter model for $40 ($10 off). If you have an iPhone…
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If you want a wireless charger for your iPhone and prefer to stick with Apple, Amazon has a sale that may pique your interest. The retailer…
Rockstar Pulls ‘GTA Online’ Player-Created Missions Involving Charlie Kirk Assassination
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Rockstar Games has banned user-created missions in its “Grant Theft Auto Online” game that recreated the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Additionally, “GTA Online” has added “Charlie Kirk” to the list of terms prohibited by what it refers to internally as its “profanity…
Why it matters
Rockstar Games has banned user-created missions in its “Grant Theft Auto Online” game that recreated the assassination of…
Hideo Kojima Found Himself Unexpectedly Hooked on ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ — and ‘Ended Up Crying My Eyes Out’
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Hideo Kojima is the mastermind behind hit action game franchise “Death Stranding,” set in a desolate, post-apocalyptic world in which humanity is threatened by zombie-like ghost creatures called “Beached Things.” But he’s also a big ol’ softie. Kojima, 62, recently revealed that he…
Why it matters
Hideo Kojima is the mastermind behind hit action game franchise “Death Stranding,” set in a desolate, post-apocalyptic world in…
Netflix Buys Ready Player Me, an Avatar-Creation Developer, to Let Users Make Their Own Gaming Personas
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Netflix will soon let customers make their own customized gaming avatars — which will travel across the streamer’s collection of titles — through the acquisition of Ready Player Me, an avatar-creation platform based in Estonia. Netflix said it will use Ready Player Me’s development tools and…
Why it matters
Netflix will soon let customers make their own customized gaming avatars — which will travel across the streamer’s collection…
‘Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’ and ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’ Among Game Audio Network Guild Nominees
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“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” F1 25” and “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” are among the nominees for the 24th annual Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) awards. The awards span 26 categories, including music, sound design, dialogue, technology and interactive audio. Winners will be announced on March 11, 2026, at…
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“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” F1 25” and “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” are among the nominees for the 24th annual Game Audio Network…
Game Awards 2025 Set New Record, Delivering Whopping 171 Million Livestreams Worldwide
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The Game Awards keeps getting bigger each year. When the annual kudofest recognizing the best of the video-game industry kicked off in 2014, it registered 1.9 million livestreams. It has exploded exponentially since then: The 2025 Game Awards show on Dec. 11 broke viewership records with an estimated 171 million…
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The Game Awards keeps getting bigger each year. When the annual kudofest recognizing the best of the video-game industry kicked off in…
Blizzard Entertainment Boss on Bringing Back BlizzCon, Gaming Brand’s 35th Anniversary Plans: 2026 Will ‘Be the Biggest Year Yet’
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Blizzard Entertainment is turning 35 and they want everyone to know it. “While tonight for ‘Diablo’ is such a masthead moment for the franchise, in many ways, we think of it as a kickstart to this huge 2026 for Blizzard, all up,” Blizzard Entertainment president Johanna Faries told Variety…
Why it matters
Blizzard Entertainment is turning 35 and they want everyone to know it. “While tonight for ‘Diablo’ is such a masthead…