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April 21 Is An Unmissable Day For Xbox Game Pass Members
April 21 is going to be a massive day for Xbox Game Pass members, who will be gifted with the arrival of an unmissable day-one release.

Stardew Valley Meets Studio Ghibli In Addictive New Steam Game
Stardew Valley and Studio Ghibli collide in Steam's best new life-sim of 2026, making Seeds of Calamity a must-play for fans.
PinkPantheress Throws Star-Studded Birthday Bash During Coachella Set With Slew of Celeb Guests
The "Boy's a liar" singer brought out Janelle Monae, Tyriq Withers, Zara Larsson, Chase Infiniti, Manon from KATSEYE, Blood Orange, Slayyyter and DJ Ninajirachi during weekend two of Coachella.

Steam Drops 2 Free Games You Have 24 Hours To Download And Keep
Steam is no stranger to offering up free games, but you currently only have around 24 hours left to grab two of them, so you need to act fast.

Baldur's Gate 3 Meets Split Fiction In New Steam RPG
RPG fans who enjoy Baldur’s Gate 3 and the co-op haven seen in Split Fiction will be delighted to know about this new RPG releasing on Steam soon.
Former U.S. Presidents, Entertainment, Sports and Media Leaders Convene in Rare Gathering to Celebrate Country’s 250th Anniversary
Former president Barack Obama appeared alongside former first lady Michelle Obama, five other former U.S. leaders, actors Nicole Kidman and Ted Danson, 'SNL' players Tina Fey and Colin Jost, NFL players Tom Brady and Jason Kelce, and more to discuss legacy and leadership for HISTORYTalks 2026.

PlayStation Drops 5 New Free Downloads You Don't Need PS Plus For
PlayStation has some new free downloads available that let players try out games before they commit to the full purchase.

Life for Rent
Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible. Today, we revisit the UK singer’s second album, a fascinatingly normal early-aughts pop record from a woman whose still waters run deep.

Russell Crowe Extends Solid Rotten Tomatoes Streak With New R-Rated Movie
Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe is seeing an outstanding Rotten Tomatoes streak being extended with the release of his new R-rated movie.

Thanks To Recent Star Wars Projects, The Empire Has Never Been More Intimidating
Thanks to recent Star Wars projects, we've all been reminded just how intimidating and scary the Galactic Empire truly is in the galaxy far, far away.

New Revenge Thriller With Game Of Thrones Star Debuts To Solid Rotten Tomatoes Score
A new revenge thriller starring a Game of Thrones alum debuts to a solid Rotten Tomatoes score, as it makes it way to theaters and on digital.

Stephen King Show’s Confirmed Return In 2026 Sets Up Another Great Year For His TV Adaptations
One hit Stephen King horror show is all set to return in 2026 with another season, paving the way for another epic year for King’s TV adaptations.

The MCU’s Most Frustrating Cancellation Still Stings 10 Years Later
Agent Carter was canceled after two seasons, and a decade later, it still stands as one of the MCU’s most frustrating unfinished stories.

Matt Bomer Reveals He Recorded Songs With Diane Warren For A ‘Magic Mike XXL’ Tie-In EP
In some vault, somewhere, are a couple of unreleased “rough tracks” featuring two-time Emmy-nominated actor Matt Bomer and 17-time Oscar-nominated songwriter Diane Warren. In a conversation with Josh Horowitz for Happy Sad Confused, the Fellow Travelers star revealed that he has an unreleased EP of songs tied to 2015’s Magic Mike XXL. The idea came […]

Naruto Shippuden Filler List: Every Episode & Arc You Can Skip
Naruto: Shippuden is one of the most beloved anime ever, but its large amount of filler content can be intimidating for new viewers.

7 Movies That Are Pure Rage-Bait, Ranked
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Materialists, A Serbian Film, 2016 Ghostbusters, and more make up our list of movies that are pure rage-bait.

Netflix’s Haunting 8-Part Series Shows How Lovecraftian Horror Should Be Done
Netflix is the streaming home of an 8-part horror adaptation that perfectly captures how Lovecraftian stories should be done on the small screen.

After a Year-Long Absence, Webtoon's Best New-Gen Action Fantasy Manhwa Is Back for Season 3
One of Webtoon's most anticipated returns just dropped six new chapters in a bold fashion hopefully made more common in the near future.

Jujutsu Kaisen Studio Confirms Another Series Is The Reason To Believe In Anime's Future
MAPPA president Manabu Otsuka discusses the risks and rewards of self-funding Chainsaw Man, a move that has proven beneficial for the studio and fans.

Outlander Season 8 Officially Sets Up A Happier Ending Than The Books
Things took a tragic turn in Outlander season 8, episode 7, but these events actually foreshadow a more positive ending than we really should expect.

Clair Obscur Sequel Setting Is Already Dividing Gamers
The developer behind Clair Obscur has confirmed that their next game won't be dictated by the wants of the many.

Christopher Nolan’s Inception Meets Netflix’s Dark In Apple TV’s Returning 9-Part Sci-Fi Thriller
Returning Apple TV 9-part sci-fi thriller seems to perfectly combine some of the best elements from Christopher Nolan’s Inception and Netflix’s Dark.

10 Classic Crime TV Shows Still Worth Binge-Watching
Discover classic crime shows that have stood the test of time, offering gripping stories and great characters, from Breaking Bad to The Sopranos.

Olivia Rodrigo Makes Surprise Appearance at Coachella to Debut “drop dead”
During Addison Rae's Saturday set. Olivia Rodrigo Makes Surprise Appearance at Coachella to Debut “drop dead” Alex Young
Olivia Rodrigo Debuts “Drop Dead” Live During Surprise Appearance at Addison Rae’s Coachella Set
The singers also performed a duet rendition of Rae’s “Headphones On” during the second weekend of the music festival.
Nadia Farès, ‘The Crimson Rivers’ Actress, Dies at 57
Farès was found unconscious in a swimming pool in Paris last week and had been in a coma since, suffering a cardiac arrest, her daughters told Agence France-Presse.

8 Most Perfect Final Shots of All Time, Ranked
Fight Club, Goodfellas, Casablanca, The Godfather, Inception, and more make up our list of the most perfect final movie shots of all time.

Charity Organization Cuts Ties with Sharon Osbourne After She Backs Tommy Robinson’s Anti-Immigration Rally
Osbourne indicated she plans to attend Robinson's "Unite the Kingdom" rally. Charity Organization Cuts Ties with Sharon Osbourne After She Backs Tommy Robinson’s Anti-Immigration Rally Alex Young

'Will Trent's Biggest Creative Mistake Yet Proves the Show Is Losing the Plot
Will Trent's controversial decision to kill off Amanda Wagner has fans questioning the show's direction thanks to this irreversible creative mistake.

7 Forgotten Sci-Fi Shows That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Time has been extremely kind to forgotten sci-fi TV shows like Firefly, Continuum, and 12 Monkeys, with their reputation improving with age.

The Best Sci-Fi Movie of 2014 Is Leaving HBO Max
The critically acclaimed sci-fi movie Ex Machina isn't going to remain at its streaming home for much longer. Find out when it's leaving.

Nadia Farès Dies: ‘The Crimson Rivers’ Actress Was 57
Moroccan French actress Nadia Farès, who last week was found unconscious in a swimming pool and has been in a coma ever since, died yesterday at the age of 57. Her daughters confirmed her death, caused by cardiac arrest, in a statement to Agence France-Presse. “It is with immense sadness that we announce the death […]

Marvel’s Most Overlooked Avengers Movie Is Quietly Taking Over U.S. Streaming
The most forgettable Avengers movie in the MCU is back in the streaming charts ahead of Doomsday. Here's what you should know about Age of Ultron.

Apple TV’s Fantasy Favorite Is Taking Over Streaming Worldwide
Apple TV's good-natured romantic comedy, Eternity, has emerged as one of the streamer's most resilient recent hits. Find out more.

Former Presidents, ‘SNL’ Stars, Nicole Kidman, Garth Brooks & More Celebrate America’s 250th At History Channel Event
The nation’s four former presidents, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and assorted celebs took the stage at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia Saturday for History Talks, an event honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary spotlighting democracy, social justice, healing division and political satire. A+E Global Media’s History Channel partnered with Philly-based […]

10 Best Albums of the 1980s, Ranked
Thriller by Michael Jackson, Purple Rain by Prince, and Hounds of Love by Kate Bush are all among the very best albums of the 1980s.

Apple TV’s 9-Part Sci-Fi Is One of Its Best Shows To Binge Before It Returns This Year
Now is the best time to binge Apple TV's sci-fi series Dark Matter, starring Joel Edgerton, before it returns for Season 2 this year.

The Sarah Connor Chronicles Was So Good, It Beat The Last 4 Terminator Movies
The Sarah Connor Chronicles is one of the best entries in the Terminator franchise. Unfortunately, it's also the most underappreciated.

Stephen King's Favorite Netflix Horror Movie of 2026 Is Taking Over the World
Stephen King has praised Netflix’s Thrash as the horror movie continues dominating the streamer’s global charts.
Charlize Theron Jabs at Timothée Chalamet’s Ballet, Opera Remarks: “AI Is Going to Be Able to Do His Job in 10 Years”
"That was a very reckless comment on an art form, two art forms, that we need to lift up constantly because, yes, they do have a hard time," the Oscar winner told the New York Times.
‘Tracker’ Is Finally Fixing Season 3 Before It’s Too Late, but It Might Be Undoing Itself at the Same Time
Tracker's Season 3 has a lingering problem, preventing the show from fully overcoming its challenges and reaching its full potential.

Elden Ring: 15 Hardest Boss Battles, Ranked
From the legendary Maliketh to the infamous Malenia, Blade of Miquella, these are by far the most difficult bosses to fight in Elden Ring.

Hugh Laurie's Gregory House Only Exists Because Of A Hilarious Studio Mandate
A unique network mandate led to the creation of Hugh Laurie’s Gregory House and how it influenced the show's distinctive visual and narrative style.

Man Of Tomorrow's Newest Cast Member Isn't Who Fans Think, It's A Much More Tragic Role
Adria Arjona could be playing a very different Superman character.

Say Goodbye to Christopher Nolan’s Hard Sci-Fi Masterpiece
Christopher Nolan's groundbreaking sci-fi epic, Interstellar, is set to leave its streaming home. Find out how long you have left to watch it.

The Orville: A Sci-Fi Series That Blends Star Trek's Optimism with Futurama's Satire
Seth MacFarlane's affectionate Star Trek parody The Orville is both a smart science fiction satire and one of the best sci-fi shows out there.

Liam Neeson's Best Crime Movie Since 'Taken' Is a Colossal Hit on Paramount+
The world can't stop watching Liam Neeson's action-packed Naked Gun reboot from 2025, also starring Pamela Anderson. Find out more here.
Andrew Lloyd Webber Says He’s a Recovering Alcoholic
"Sixteen months ago I decided that I needed help and it’s the best thing that ever happened to me," the composer said in a new profile.

‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2 Has More “Danger” Than The First, Teases Jacob Tierney: “Much More Serious Territory”
As Shane and Ilya return for Season 2 of Heated Rivalry, the stakes will be higher for the happy couple. Series creator Jacob Tierney recently teased that the source material, Rachel Reid’s The Long Game, is “an emotionally sophisticated book that takes this couple seriously,” set 10 years after the events of the Heated Rivalry […]

You Have Just 4 Weeks To Discover Netflix's Iconic 3-Show Crime Franchise
The Spanish crime thriller Money Heist was a global phenomenon sparking a remake and a character spinoff, which is returning in just four weeks time.