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17 years later, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere to sit
Some 17 years after its release, Minecraft is adding craftable cushions, giving players a dedicated way to sit down rather than relying on beds, which have been in the game since 2011. The feature has arrived in the game’s latest preview build, developed by Mojang, with a full release planned for later this year. Alongside…
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Well, at least one good thing’s come out of Destiny 2’s demise: lob tomatoes at ex-Bungie CEO Pete Parsons’ car collection in this fan-made boss battler
Following the end of Destiny 2’s development and heavy layoffs at developer Bungie, fans have created a satirical browser game targeting the studio’s former CEO, Pete Parsons. The game casts players against Parsons and his collection of classic cars, tapping into long-running anger over reports that he spent large sums on vehicles around the same…
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136 Jobs Lost at Legendary Dev id Software After Xbox Layoffs
Microsoft-owned publisher Bethesda (Zenimax) has confirmed heavy job losses at id Software, the legendary Texas-based studio behind DOOM and Quake, as part of a wider round of Xbox layoffs. According to filings with the Texas Workforce Commission, 136 staff were let go from id Software — 96 on-site at its Richardson office and 40 remote…
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Emmys: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Leads All New Shows With 19 Nominations
Apple TV’s horror-comedy series Widow’s Bay has emerged as the biggest breakout among new shows at the 2026 Emmy nominations, securing 19 nods in total. These include recognition in major categories such as best comedy series, lead actor for Matthew Rhys, writing for creator Katie Dippold and directing for Hiro Murai. The haul makes it…
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Official renders for Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8, Watch 9, Watch 2 Ultra and Z Fold 8 leak
Official-looking renders for a range of upcoming Samsung devices have leaked ahead of the company’s next Unpacked event, according to reporting by Android Headlines. The images cover the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, offering an early look at the designs shortly before their official…
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Ron Perlman & Daniel Stisen Join Cuba Gooding Jr. In ‘Angels In Darkness’
Ron Perlman and Daniel Stisen have joined the cast of Angels In Darkness, a neo-noir fantasy thriller that already stars Cuba Gooding Jr. and is directed by Ali Zamani. The casting announcement, reported exclusively by Deadline, marks the latest addition to an evolving ensemble for the independently produced feature, which is being distributed in the…
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The Pitt tops 2026 Emmy nominations with 25 nods
The nominations for the 2026 Emmy Awards have been announced, with the HBO Max medical drama The Pitt leading the field with 25 nominations. The comedy Hacks followed closely with 24 nods — a single-year record for a comedy series — while newcomer Widow’s Bay led all new shows with 19. HBO Max dominated overall,…
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More Reform UK transactions worth millions reported to National Crime Agency
A Guardian investigation has found that a series of financial transactions involving Reform UK’s most senior figures were flagged by banking staff as potential money-laundering concerns and reported to the National Crime Agency (NCA). The revelation widens scrutiny of the party’s funding beyond an earlier disclosed £5m gift to leader Nigel Farage, raising questions about…
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Michael Strahan and Constance Schwartz-Morini’s SMAC Productions to Launch Podcast Network, Featuring a Show They’re Co-Hosting
SMAC Productions, the entertainment studio founded by “Good Morning America” co-anchor and former NFL star Michael Strahan and his long-time business partner Constance Schwartz-Morini, is launching a podcast network called The Intersection. The network, being set up in partnership with Sinclair’s AMP Media digital arm, marks SMAC’s move into the podcast business and will see…
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‘Evil Dead Burn’ Review: New Entry Ramps Up the Deadite Savagery, Giving Gorehounds What They Want While Sticking to the Formula
David Rooney’s Hollywood Reporter review assesses *Evil Dead Burn*, the sixth feature in Sam Raimi’s supernatural horror franchise, which began in 1981. Directed by Sébastien Vanicek (whose 2023 debut *Infested* is on Shudder), the standalone entry is portrayed as a relentlessly brutal, gore-soaked instalment that delivers exactly the savagery hardcore horror fans crave, even as…