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After 20 years, World of Warcraft has proven it can stand the test of time. From massive highs to deep lows, WoW has found a way to be one of the rare MMOs that fans can’t get enough of. And with the launch of its latest expansion, The War Within, and the new focus on saga style

Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images Takeaways from the streamer’s recent earnings report Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to first talk about Disney’s report that it would name a new chief executive in “early 2026.” Then they offer their takeaways from Netflix’s latest earning report by looking at the streamer’s five pressure points: advertising,

The original Sonic Generations launched over a decade ago, a game beloved by fans for marrying the Sonic of the past with the modern-day version. With Sonic X Shadow Generations, Sega aims to recapture that love. The latest release is an expanded edition, remastering the original while adding on a Shadow-centered half. While the original game

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Season 5 Episode 3 (Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka) continues the trajectory of the previous episode by continuing Syr and Bell’s exciting date. While the episode is entertaining and highlights its characters quite well, it is sorely lacking

Netflix Juliet and Callie return with so much to discuss about ‘Love Is Blind’ Season 7, Episodes 10 and 11 Juliet and Callie return with so much to discuss about Love Is Blind Season 7, Episodes 10 and 11. First, the ladies discuss Nick and Hannah’s breakup (1:37) and Tim and Alex’s breakup (16:15). Then

With Gomah’s(Shôtarô Morikubo, Tokyo Revengers) wish granted, Goku (Masako Nozawa) and the others find themselves in child-sized forms. As they learn what has transpired, they prepare to strike out to fix what’s been done in Dragon Ball DAIMA Episode 2, “Glorio.” This episode picks up right where the last one left off. With his first

The witch’s road is ever-winding! Jo and Mal are here to take you down the deep dive of the sixth episode of Agatha All Along. They begin with their opening snapshot and dive through a massive theory corner about Teen’s big reveal and what it means about his journey through the road! Opening Snapshot (04:17)

Time loop scenarios are usually used to deliver important lessons. However, they are a common enough sci-fi trope that can be too predictable in execution. As a remake of The Map of Tiny Perfect Things, Love Stuck (Rak Won Loop) has a harder time avoiding that predictability in the genre, with its first half delivering familiar beats. While

Chris and Andy discuss whether TV shows need more entry points, using their complicated feelings about The Penguin as an example (02:21). Then, they talk about the Season 1 finale of English Teacher (28:45). Plus, Chris tells Andy about Tell Me Lies (35:12) and discusses how it compares to shows like Grey’s Anatomy. Finally, they

The disgust and intrigue surrounding body horror aren’t new for horror fans. There have been countless body horror films that have grossed people out for decades. Are you unfamiliar with the definition of body horror movies? I’ve got you covered, folks. The body horror movies subgenre focuses on the violation, distortion, or dismantling of the

Rob looks back at some of the greatest haters in the history of music in celebration of the legendary hater and rapper that is 50 Cent. Later, Rob guides us through the rise of 50 Cent in the early 2000s. Then, he’s joined by The Ringer’s Charles Holmes to discuss 50 Cent’s history of rap

In Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut, Woman of the Hour, she leaves us up close and personal with an incessant gnawing-at-the-pit-of-your-stomach kind of anxiety. Shot with an assured and measured gaze that understands the palpable yet unspeakable horrors these victims faced, Kendrick, alongside writer Ian McDonald, ensures that it never reaches exploitative territory. There’s a skillful

Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti fire up the mics to recap Nobody Wants This, the Netflix romantic comedy series starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody. They discuss why it’s a rare case where a rom-com works better as a TV show, the intoxicating chemistry between Bell and Brody, and how the show dismantles the concept

Another season begins and that means new anime are landing. Here is our Fall Anime 2024 first episode Impressions list. Enjoy! Trillion Game Animation Studio: MADHOUSE Synopsis: Two former classmates decide to team up to earn a trillion dollars. With one’s smooth talking and the other’s tech-savvy, will they be able to reach their goal? What

Orion Pictures Memory is what Bill, Chris, Sean, and Mallory have instead of a view; how well does their memory of the iconic 1991 film hold up? Live from inside a hospital for the criminally insane, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Mallory Rubin revisit the award-winning 1991 film The Silence of

Noel Gallagher has said he is “thrilled and honoured” to have his portrait added to the National Portrait Gallery – despite being a “grumpy middle-aged man, who hates having his picture taken”. The portrait of the Oasis songwriter – taken by Zoe Law – will go on display for the first time on 29 November,

Fresh off a number-one single and a feud with Drake, Kendrick Lamar has announced he will perform at next year’s Super Bowl. The Humble hitmaker will take to the stage during the halftime show at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, on 9 February. In a video announcing the news on YouTube, Lamar is

Actress Ali Bastian says she has been diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer and is receiving chemotherapy ahead of a mastectomy and radiotherapy. The Hollyoaks star, who played teacher Becca Dean from 2001 to 2007, discovered a lump while breastfeeding her daughter, Isabella. Image: Ali Bastian has two daughters, Isla and Izzy. Pic: PA Bastian,

A man who took his own life after appearing on The Jeremy Kyle Show was left “distraught” and “broken” after returning from filming, an inquest has heard. Steve Dymond, 63, was found dead at his home in Portsmouth, Hampshire, in May 2019, seven days after taking part in the show. Image: Pic: Kyle backstage with

“Hugely talented” X Factor runner-up Ben Thapa has died aged 42, according to his former band G4. G4, who rose to fame in 2004 when they made it to the final of ITV’s first series of X Factor, announced their former band member’s death on Instagram saying: “Words cannot express how we all feel right