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The movie Robin Williams banned from existing until at least 2039: “He insisted on a final say”
Robin Williams’s unused outtakes from Disney’s 1992 film Aladdin cannot be used to create new material until at least 2039. The restriction matters because the recordings reportedly contain enough improvised dialogue and jokes to support further exploitation of his Genie character, but Williams retained approval over any reuse. Williams stipulated that he should have the…
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The next God of War game will have Kratos as its lead
Santa Monica Studio has confirmed that Kratos will lead the God of War game planned after God of War Laufey. The announcement, reportedly made by Cory Barlog at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, reassures fans that the long-running protagonist remains central to the series after Laufey shifts focus to Faye. God of War Laufey is scheduled…
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The 10 Best Xbox Games of All Time, Ranked
Collider ranks Xbox-originated games by gameplay, design, influence, popularity and critical reception, arguing that the platform’s strongest legacy lies largely in its 2000s exclusives. – 10. Ori and the Will of the Wisps (2020): praised as a visually striking, improved sequel and modern 2D platformer. – 9. Fable II (2008): valued for its immersive fantasy…
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5 perfect anime shows where every episode is a 10/10 masterpiece
Polygon selects anime it considers consistently exceptional, prioritising strong animation, character complexity, thematic depth and stories without filler. It argues that such sustained quality is rare, even among widely acclaimed series. – Monster: a 74-episode psychological thriller about surgeon Kenzo Tenma pursuing Johan Liebert, the child he once saved who becomes a serial killer. -…
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The “Vegan Vampire” Tick Terrorizing Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard is experiencing a sharp rise in lone star ticks, whose bites can trigger alpha-gal syndrome, an allergy to red meat and sometimes dairy. The spread is disrupting everyday life and local businesses, with residents taking greater precautions outdoors and restaurants adapting menus. The tick, marked by a white spot on its back, has…
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3 Classic Rock Songs From the 1970s and the Scrapped Lyrics That Didn’t Make the Final Cut
The article highlights three 1970s rock songs whose lyrics or concepts changed substantially before release: Bruce Springsteen’s “Born To Run”, the Eagles’ “Hotel California”, and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”. It argues that revising the early drafts helped create the concise, distinctive lyrics that became central to each song’s enduring appeal. Springsteen reportedly moved “Born To Run”…
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One excellent, unforgettable expansion has fixed Doom: The Dark Ages
PC Gamer argues that Revelations, the new expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages, substantially improves a game whose shield-focused combat it considered too restrictive. The writer says the expansion restores the speed, mobility and player choice associated with the earlier modern Doom games, making The Dark Ages feel more successful overall. The 10–12-hour expansion sends…
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Andy Roddick Makes Acting Debut in ‘The Dink’: ‘He’s Always Funny, but He’s on Another Level in This Movie,’ Says Star Jake Johnson
Former tennis world number one Andy Roddick makes his acting debut in the pickleball comedy ‘The Dink’, playing a version of himself. Star Jake Johnson praised Roddick’s comic performance, saying the production had taken a gamble on an athlete rather than casting an actor to imitate one. Johnson plays a former tennis professional who joins…