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The Last of Us multiplayer mod has hit a ‘big milestone’ as it prepares for launch in September
A fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us has reportedly reached a “big milestone” in its development, as its creators continue preparations for a planned launch in September. The project is being built by fans rather than developer Naughty Dog or publisher Sony, aiming to bring competitive or cooperative online play to the acclaimed…
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Saint Vitus announces more shows: Blackbraid, King Woman, a 2nd night of Immolation, Rivers of Nihil & more
Saint Vitus, the Brooklyn music venue, has announced additional forthcoming shows featuring heavy music artists including Blackbraid, King Woman, Immolation and Rivers of Nihil. The announcement matters to fans because it expands the venue’s programme and includes a second Immolation date, suggesting demand for the band’s appearance. The available article text does not provide dates,…
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Sundance expands Boulder programme and cinema capacity for 2027
Sundance Film Festival will expand its programme and upgrade several cinemas for its first 2027 edition in Boulder, Colorado, as it prepares to move from Utah. The changes matter because the festival expects its new, more compact venue network to accommodate its usual audience of more than 85,000 while allowing more films, talks and industry…
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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced proves open-world games were already the perfect size 13 years ago
The article is an opinion piece marking the release of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remaster of the 2013 pirate-themed instalment, and argues that its scale illustrates how open-world games of that era were better proportioned than many modern equivalents. The writer contends that Black Flag’s Caribbean map struck a balance between density and…
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Woke Portland mayor accused of demeaning insult to Abraham Lincoln amid plans to restore statue toppled during 2020 George Floyd riots
Portland’s mayor has been criticised after reportedly making a disparaging remark about Abraham Lincoln in connection with plans to restore a statue of the former US president that was pulled down during the 2020 unrest following George Floyd’s death. Critics have accused the mayor of trivialising or demeaning Lincoln even as the city moves to…
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USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino, US Soccer in ‘final stages’ of agreeing on new contract
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino and US Soccer are reportedly in the “final stages” of agreeing a new contract that would extend his tenure through the 2030 World Cup, according to multiple sources briefed on the negotiations. The deal would give the federation continuity in its coaching setup following a disappointing last-16 exit at the…
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Valve has released the CAD design files for the Steam Machine’s exterior, leaving us asking: how long before someone makes a GabeCube skin?
Valve has quietly released the CAD design files for the exterior of its Steam Machine console, allowing enthusiasts to design and 3D-print their own custom front plates and modifications. The files are shared under a Creative Commons “Attribution-NonCommercial-Sharealike 4.0 International” licence, meaning fans can adapt and share designs freely but cannot sell anything made using…
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Afroman Sues Ohio Police Officer Who Filed Failed Defamation Lawsuit: ‘Malicious Prosecution’
Rapper Afroman has filed a new lawsuit against Ohio police officer Brian Newland, one of seven officers who unsuccessfully sued him for defamation over music videos mocking a botched 2022 raid on his home. The move comes months after a jury rejected the officers’ case in a March trial widely seen as a free speech…
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New ROLLERCOASTER designed to resemble Fast & Furious car chase takes next step to grand opening after fans speculated ‘disturbing’ noise caused delays
Universal Studios Hollywood has taken a further step towards opening its new Fast & Furious-themed rollercoaster, following weeks of speculation among fans about the reasons behind delays to the attraction’s debut. The ride, designed to evoke the high-speed car chase sequences from the blockbuster film franchise, has drawn attention after some visitors reported hearing an…
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EFD Studios Names José Miguel Álvarez Ibargüengoitia CEO, EFD Studios Mexico (EXCLUSIVE)
Latin American film equipment rental giant EFD Studios has appointed José Miguel Álvarez Ibargüengoitia, a veteran senior executive from Mexico’s national film institute Imcine, as CEO of EFD Studios Mexico. The move is part of a broader expansion drive under new global director general Nacho Carballo and group president Georgina Terán, aimed at consolidating EFD’s…