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Godhood was not enough:’ A fan placed tombstones for EA’s most legendary studios at the company’s offices

  • Fan creates seven-stone memorial outside EA’s Vancouver offices.
  • BioWare’s reported closure prompted the display.
  • The mural honours studios and their games while sparking debate.

An anonymous fan has set up a memorial mural outside Electronic Arts’ Vancouver headquarters, commemorating seven studios the company has shut down. The display turns long-running anger into a tribute to the studios and their games, with its creator saying EA’s reported closure of BioWare was the final…

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The 1970s singer-songwriter Art Garfunkel crowned “the finest of us Americans”

  • Garfunkel called James Taylor “the finest of us Americans”.
  • He warms up for performances by singing Taylor’s songs.
  • The two musicians have recorded together.

Art Garfunkel has described James Taylor as “the finest of us Americans”, praising the singer-songwriter’s musicianship, precise pitch and tender way of singing. The tribute reflects the respect Taylor has earned from fellow musicians and the lasting influence of his work. Garfunkel said he warms up before every…

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How Artist Museums May Expand Business Opportunities In Downtown Nashville

  • Artist museums are becoming a new draw in downtown Nashville.
  • Venues pair exhibits with distilleries, events and interactive experiences.
  • They aim to attract families and visitors beyond the bar district.

Nashville’s downtown music district is adding more museums devoted to individual artists, alongside its well-known bars and genre-focused institutions. Recent openings and expansions show how these venues can broaden tourism, especially for families and visitors seeking attractions beyond food and drink. The Alan Jackson Museum and Distillery opened…

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Abdul El-Sayed’s Race Has Been Defined by Islamophobia. Will It Be Determined by It?

  • El-Sayed has faced anti-Muslim attacks in the Michigan Senate race.
  • A poll found 38 per cent would be less likely to vote for a Muslim candidate.
  • Arab American organisers are mobilising support for his bid to make history.

Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan Senate campaign is facing anti-Muslim attacks, including claims linking him to terrorism and the Muslim Brotherhood, as the midterm election approaches. The attacks have received less attention in the race’s closing days than former rival Haley Stevens’s accusations of antisemitism and her endorsement of Republican…

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Hideo Kojima’s Next Game Officially Gets New Teaser Image, Fans Already Hunting for Clues

  • OD gets a new image at Kojima Productions’ anniversary exhibition.
  • A floating red object has sparked speculation about witchcraft.
  • Kojima says he wants to keep details mysterious.

Kojima Productions has revealed a new promotional image for OD, its still-mysterious horror game, at an exhibition marking the studio’s 10th anniversary. The image shows Sophia Lillis’ character facing a floating red object, prompting fans to speculate that the game may involve witches or other paranormal themes. The…

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Alien: Isolation 2 Devs Tease New Protagonist, Planet Setting, and 1979 Film Roots

  • The sequel is planned for next year.
  • It introduces a new protagonist and planet.
  • The 1979 film remains a central design influence.

Creative Assembly says Alien: Isolation 2 will continue as survival horror, drawing on the atmosphere and design of Ridley Scott’s 1979 film. The sequel is planned for next year and returns to the same part of the Alien timeline, with a new protagonist and planet. Project art director…

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Driven Unveils Original Programming Slate, Including Series Starring Tom Nelson, Emelia Hartford and Tanner Foust (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Driven has announced its first original car programmes.
  • Tom Nelson’s “Art of Speed” spans six hour-long episodes.
  • The platform says its beta drew more than 15,000 users.

Streaming platform Driven has announced its first original programmes, led by a series following engine builder Tom Nelson. The slate is intended to pair automotive documentaries with online communities where enthusiasts can discuss cars, share projects and exchange knowledge. “Art of Speed” follows five years of work at…

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9 Ways Mina the Hollower Was as Complex and Audacious to Make as Any AAA Game

  • *Mina the Hollower* began as an art experiment.
  • Burrowing gives players a clear way to evade and reposition.
  • Yacht Club aimed for simple controls with deeper combat.

Yacht Club Games says *Mina the Hollower* demanded creative and technical work comparable to much larger games, despite its Game Boy Color inspired look. The team discussed how the project grew from an art experiment into a top-down action game, and how its distinctive mechanics were designed to…

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Vice Studios Taps ThankYouX as Artist in Residence

  • ThankYouX is Vice Studios’ first artist in residence.
  • He will help develop new projects and visual concepts.
  • The role reunites him with president Amy Powell.

Vice Studios has appointed artist Ryan Wilson, known as ThankYouX, as its first artist in residence. He will work with the company’s development and creative teams, bringing an artist’s perspective to new projects and exploring ways to connect art, entertainment and technology. His responsibilities include creating new intellectual…

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Video shows George Pickens wasting no time leaving the field after Cowboys brutal loss to Cardinals

  • Arizona beat Dallas 33-30 in overtime.
  • The Cowboys had led by 14 points in the fourth quarter.
  • Pickens finished with two catches for 48 yards.

The Dallas Cowboys lost 33-30 to the Arizona Cardinals after surrendering a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, extending their record to 3-5. A social media video showed receiver George Pickens heading quickly towards the locker room moments after Arizona won in overtime. Pickens had two catches for…

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