Star Wars Outlaws may finally be out for all to enjoy. But it doesn’t mean developer Massive Entertainment is anywhere near done supporting the game beyond the two expansion packs already announced for the game. The team has plans to implement “a lot of improvements” to the game well...

Star Wars Outlaws Developers Want to Continue Supporting the Game Forever

Thursday morning is your chance to catch a glimpse of Mercury in the sky. The Solar System’s smallest (and arguably weirdest) planet is hard to see from Earth because it’s usually lost in the overwhelming glow of the Sun. But in the early morning of September 5, Mercury will appear far enough from the rising Sun to be visible against a dark backdrop. Here’s everything you need to know.

You Must Wake Up Early Tomorrow to See Mercury — Here's Why

Physical media has become increasingly important in the streaming age. Shows like Westworld and Willow have been yanked off streaming services without a moment’s notice, but the tangibility of a DVD or Blu-Ray can’t be revoked. One of Netflix’s first big horror movies is the perfect example, as the cult classic suddenly became lost media for the most banal reasons.

Mike Flanagan’s Abandoned Home-Invasion Thriller is Getting a Much-Needed Upgrade

As Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s late October release approaches, we’re finally starting to see how it will play in close detail. Previous videos and blog posts have focused on the game’s story and companions, and now a pair of recent updates offer a closer look at combat and all the ways you can shape your character before the swords come out. The Veilguard is a big change from previous Dragon Age games in locking players to one character rather than letting them control every member of a party, but the new reveals show how developer BioWare is working to keep the series’ strategic complexity intact.

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Don’t miss Saturn at its biggest and brightest this week. Saturn is in opposition this weekend, which means that it’s on the opposite side of our planet from the Sun. When this happens, the Sun acts like a cosmic spotlight, lighting Saturn up brighter than usual — just in time for the ringed planet’s closest approach to Earth this year. Here’s how to catch Saturn in the spotlight:

Want to See Saturn and Its Rings? — This Weekend Is Your Best Chance

The first time I booted up Astro Bot, I played for seven hours straight, with every single level in the colorful platformer feeling like some exciting new adventure. When I went to bed that night, a thought crossed my mind: “I can’t wait to wake up and play more Astro Bot.” I literally can’t remember the last time I felt that way with a game.

Astro Bot Is the Triumphant Exclusive the PS5 Desperately Needed

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

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School may be back in session, but that doesn't mean that summer fun is completely over. After all, the season isn’t technically done until the last day of summer on September 22nd. In the meantime, we’re expecting great weather this weekend, making it perfect for taking the kids out to beat the back to school blues. There’s also plenty going on to keep adults happy.

Big List of Festivals and Family Friendly Events This Weekend

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There are many complex and nuanced reasons why people might get back together with an ex. Taking an ex-partner back is a big decision that's not to be taken lightly but sometimes the decision is in the stars. Some zodiac signs are even known for potentially getting back with their exes more than others. Let's see which 4 are the most likely and dive in why.

4 Zodiac Signs That Always Go Back to Their Exes

Video game designer Hideaki Itsuno has left Capcom after 30 years at the company, during which he directed games including the recent Devil May Cry 5 and Dragon’s Dogma 2, among dozens of other credits. Itsuno hasn’t revealed exactly where he’s headed, but in announcing his departure, he says that he will be remaining in game development, but in “a new environment.”

Devil May Cry Director Hideaki Itsuno Leaves Capcom For “A New Environment” After 30 Years

For better or worse, a good book often needs a great TV or movie adaptation to be truly famous. There’s no better proof of this than Stephen King, whose legendary bibliography has formed the basis of iconic movies like The Shining, It, and The Shawshank Redemption. But when you’ve written dozens upon dozens of books, not every one of them will be suited for another medium.

Stephen King's Unfilmable Movie Adaptation Isn't as Dead as We Thought

After almost a decade, Stranger Things is finally coming to an end. The Netflix original series cemented the streamer as a major streaming player, but in recent years it’s faced criticism for its sluggish production schedule. The series launched eight years ago but only has four seasons to show for it, and with the fifth and final season not slated for release until next year, the cast who started production as tweens will be well into their twenties.

Netflix's Stranger Things Follow-Up Looks Oddly Familiar

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Disneyland is making significant changes to one of its classic attractions, Peter Pan’s Flight, in an effort to remove insensitive racial stereotypes and to better represent indigenous cultures. Walt Disney Imagineering released plans to update the portrayal of Tiger Lily and the Never Land Tribe, ensuring that the characters are depicted with dignity and cultural authenticity and released the below photo of the changes.

Disneyland to Make Big Changes to a Classic Ride

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Labor Day is just around the corner, and if you're still finalizing vacation plans or contemplating a last-minute getaway, North Carolina has plenty of options for you. Whether you're planning a road trip with the family or a solo adventure, an extended weekend outside of the city might be just what you need.

North Carolina Beach Town is the Best Labor Day Weekend Getaway in the State

Your cat’s favorite activities are probably sleeping, eating, and batting your face at odd hours. But you might be surprised to learn that fetch, an activity long associated with dogs — could also be a crowd favorite among cats, too. A new study out this week in the...

A New Study Reveals Just How Many Cats Like To Play Fetch — It’s Shockingly High

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Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

Ridley Scott has spent the past 15 years making some of the most divisive films of his career. From 2012's Prometheus and 2017's Alien: Covenant to even stranger films like The Counselor, the current chapter of his filmography has been marked by surprising artistic choices. Last November, that trend continued when he released his latest historical epic, Napoleon, a Joaquin Phoenix-led blockbuster that explores the ups and downs of Napoleon Bonaparte's military career and his turbulent marriage to his first wife, Josephine (Vanessa Kirby).

Is Napoleon: Director’s Cut Worth Watching? Ridley Scott Fans Already Know the Answer

Since its introduction in 1987, Warhammer 40,000 has become one of the most beloved on-going science fiction universes. Its combination of over-the-top factions, darkened view of humanity’s future, and its signature gothic-futurist aesthetic has made it one of the most recognizable pieces of fiction ever. But with nearly 40...

Warhammer 40,000 Just Created the Perfect Entry Point Into Its Wildly Complex Lore

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The top reason people put off decluttering their spaces is the same reason people put off other tasks they do not wish to do, in a word - Procrastination. Stop procrastinating! I know, easier said than done.

Decluttering | 13 Tips to Stop Procrastinating Today!

Ian McKellen has starred in every major adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings saga — six films in total — and the 85-year-old actor is prepared to keep the streak alive. In a recent conversation with The Big Issue, McKellen expressed his interest in playing...

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The Most Overlooked RPG of the Decade Is Finally Getting Its Second Chance

There are few video game creators as influential as Hironobu Sakaguchi, the mind behind Final Fantasy, Mana, Chrono Trigger, and more. Since leaving Square Enix in...

The Most Overlooked RPG of the Decade Is Finally Getting Its Second Chance

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