‘Michael’ biopic opens to mixed reviews, critics note omissions
music‘Michael’ biopic opens to mixed reviews, critics note omissions
Estate-backed biopic 'Michael' debuts in theaters; Jaafar Jackson's performance is praised while critics say the film largely skips abuse allegations.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced announced
gamingAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced announced
Ubisoft confirms Black Flag remake 'Resynced' for release July 9 with modern graphics and overhauled combat.
Review: 'Mother Mary' praised for Hathaway and Coel performances
moviesReview: 'Mother Mary' praised for Hathaway and Coel performances
David Lowery’s 'Mother Mary' is called visually arresting with strong turns from Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, though dialogue is criticized.
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The Last Drive-In Walpurgisnacht special airs tonight
tvThe Last Drive-In Walpurgisnacht special airs tonight
Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy host a Walpurgisnacht horror double feature; fans are pre-gaming and celebrating
Packers draft CB Brandon Cisse, No. 52 overall
sportsPackers draft CB Brandon Cisse, No. 52 overall
Green Bay uses the No. 52 pick to select South Carolina cornerback Brandon Cisse in Round 2.
Final Fantasy XIV expands free trial to include Shadowbringers
gamingFinal Fantasy XIV expands free trial to include Shadowbringers
Square Enix has extended FFXIV's free trial to Shadowbringers, letting new players access four expansions up to level 80
East Coast Kin photography tag highlights global landscapes
photographyEast Coast Kin photography tag highlights global landscapes
Community photographers post landscapes, wildlife and travel shots from Yosemite to Vanuatu under the #EastCoastKin tag.
Cardinals draft QB Carson Beck, No. 65 overall
sportsCardinals draft QB Carson Beck, No. 65 overall
Arizona selects Miami quarterback Carson Beck with the 65th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Helluva Boss Season 3 trailer to premiere at LVL UP panel
tvHelluva Boss Season 3 trailer to premiere at LVL UP panel
LVL UP Expo panel tonight will debut the Helluva Boss Season 3 trailer, creators and attendees say.
Bears select Iowa center Logan Jones at No. 57
sportsBears select Iowa center Logan Jones at No. 57
Chicago takes Iowa center Logan Jones with the 57th overall pick to bolster its offensive line.
Dillon Thieneman drafted by Chicago Bears, No. 25 overall
sportsDillon Thieneman drafted by Chicago Bears, No. 25 overall
Chicago uses the 25th pick to select Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Jets take CB D'Angelo Ponds, No. 50 overall
sportsJets take CB D'Angelo Ponds, No. 50 overall
New York picks Indiana cornerback D'Angelo Ponds at No. 50 in Round 2 of the draft.
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Fatal Influence called up to WWE SmackDown
sportsFatal Influence called up to WWE SmackDown
Trio Fatal Influence, Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid, debut on the SmackDown main roster.
Eagles acquire Jonathan Greenard from Vikings
sportsEagles acquire Jonathan Greenard from Vikings
Philadelphia trades two third-round picks to Minnesota to acquire veteran edge rusher Jonathan Greenard.
Mrs. Betty Bowers account suspended on Bluesky
comedyMrs. Betty Bowers account suspended on Bluesky
Popular parody persona Mrs. Betty Bowers has been suspended on Bluesky; users demand an explanation and reinstatement
Steelers trade up to draft WR Germie Bernard, No. 47
sportsSteelers trade up to draft WR Germie Bernard, No. 47
Pittsburgh moves up to take Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard with the 47th overall pick.
Rams select TE Max Klare, No. 61 overall
sportsRams select TE Max Klare, No. 61 overall
Los Angeles uses the No. 61 pick to draft Ohio State tight end Max Klare in Round 2.
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Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
scienceBenjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a malignant prostate tumour was removed and he is in 'excellent physical condition.'
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Best look yet at Savage Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day revealed
New tie-in art for Spider-Man: Brand New Day shows Mark Ruffalo’s Savage Hulk confronting Tom Holland’s Spider-Man. The image bolsters a theory that Ruffalo’s feral Hulk will directly fight Peter Parker in the film rather than appear only in a cameo. The merch push signals Marvel is planning a prominent, darker Hulk presence in the MCU and raises stakes for Spider-Man by introducing a physically overpowering antagonist into New York.
