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It's been ten years since the demise of beloved former and first and major child superstar turned U.S. Ambassador Shirley Temple. She died from pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on February 10, 2014. But she lived a remarkable and compelling life of both victory and loss. This is her story.

In Memory of Former Child Superstar Shirley Temple: 10 Years After Her Tragic Death

Last week saw the surprise release of Castlevania Dominus Collection, a great compilation that (finally!) gives us a way to play the series’ three Nintendo DS releases on modern hardware. Castlevania fans have their strong opinions on which of these are the best, but the fact that Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, and Order of Ecclesia are now far more accessible is a win for everybody. Still, it was another inclusion in the collection that made my jaw drop when I saw the release trailer in last week’s Nintendo Direct: Haunted Castle Revisited, a brand new remake of a little-known Castlevania arcade game. And folks, it is absolutely gorgeous.

That New Castlevania DS Collection Includes A Terrific Bonus Game

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Justin Timberlake had a pricey wristwatch, a vape pen, and over $300 in cash on him when he was arrested on DWI charges on eastern Long Island in June. Law enforcement officers discovered the singer, 43, holding a vape device, a Rolex watch, a gold band, and a wallet containing $306 in bills when he was arrested in Sag Harbor on June 18, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Justin Timberlake had a vape pen, Rolex, and $306 cash at the time of his DWI arrest: police report

It’s 1913 and young Nancy Maple, an amateur geologist, travels from Toronto to the remote Canadian town of Crimson to investigate the discovery of a large diamond. However, things are more perilous than they initially seem, and before long our plucky heroine finds herself investigating an apparent murder instead. Released on August 15, The Crimson Diamond is a brand-new adventure game from developer Julia Minamata, and it is exceptional. With its design, Minamata excavates a once-common element of early adventure games that has long fallen by the wayside, dismissed as if it were no longer of any value. However, The Crimson Diamond brilliantly demonstrates that, when used effectively, this device can actually enhance our connection to a game. Let me explain.

This Murder Mystery Is A Must-Play For Die-Hard Adventure Game Fans

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Remember when we all played Astro’s Playroom, which came pre-installed on every PlayStation 5, and enjoyed a collective nostalgia trip through Sony’s video game history, coupled with a great deal of hope for the future of our shiny new consoles? The platformer pays tribute to PlayStation’s past with cute little robot cameos representing nearly every video game hero from every era remotely associated with the brand. It was more or less a guided tour through the legacy of one of the big three, and after the PS4 solidified Sony as top dog in the console landscape, I was certainly in the mood to look back at how we got here when the PS5 launched in 2020. Now we have Astro Bot, the excellent follow-up that builds upon all the tight platforming, adorable robo aesthetics, and PlayStation nostalgia of that pack-in game. But it’s been four years since the PS5 launched with Astro’s Playroom installed and the new game also inadvertently spotlights the fact that, despite four trips around the sun, the system has remarkably little to show for it.

Astro Bot Is An Incredible Reminder That The PS5 Era Has Been A Huge Bummer

It's been 35 years since the original Baywatch TV series premiered on NBC in the 1989-1990 season. One year later, it was syndicated and became one of the most popular TV shows on the planet. The show's original cast included David Hasselhoff, who stayed with the series through its entire run. During that time, he was joined by other actors, including (but not limited to) Pamela Anderson, Alexandra Paul, and Jason Simmon. At the time, Simmons, who is gay, was in the closet.

The Once-Secret Gay Life of 'Baywatch' Actor Jaason Simmons: 35 Years After The Beach Drama's Debut

The latest story mission for Fornite Chapter 5, Season 4 is here. This week’s batch of missions will have you running tasks for Shuri and Hope all throughout the island. This guide will detail everything you need to know about completing these quests. Suggested Reading. Shuri’s Invention. Stage...

How To Wrap Up This Week's Fortnite Doctor Doom-Themed Quests

Over a decade after it became a gaming sensation, Minecraft’s big-screen debut is fast approaching, and now kids, long-time fans, and curious onlookers can gaze upon what the voxel crafting game’s transformation to green screen live action will actually look like. Welcome to the uncanny valley. Suggested Reading.

The First Minecraft Movie Trailer Is Here And It Looks Super Weird

Every generation has its signatures. A certain fashion trend, a popular artist, or a movie that most everyone has seen. They also have their own signature games, and even consoles. For example, my generation had quite a few great systems growing up, but none was ever more popular than the PlayStation 2, and few games were as beloved as its RPGs. It was, perhaps, the single greatest console for the genre, and many of its hits are still as acclaimed to this day, including numerous Final Fantasy games. For my generation, one of the defining RPGs of that era is none other than Kingdom Hearts. And right now, the whole lot can be bought for the price of a single new game.

You Can Get The Whole Kingdom Hearts Series For The Price Of One Game Right Now

Helldivers 2 players have spent over six months blowing up giant bugs and demolishing killer robots in never-ending battles across the galaxy. Finally, however, a new enemy is seemingly emerging as Arrowhead Studios teases the return of the series’ Illuminate faction to mix things up. Suggested Reading. The highly...

The New Helldivers 2 Alien Threat Players Have Been Waiting For Seems Imminent

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Concord is shutting down its servers on September 6 and will not be playable after that as its developers “explore” other options for the sci-fi shooter released last month on PS5 and PC. The game struggled to find an audience—never cracking over 1,000 concurrent players on Steam—and quickly became a flop that was also derided by many critics and fans.

Concord Shutting Down 14 Days After Launch

Gamescom is something of an anomaly. The annual event, in the German city of Cologne (or Köln to the locals), is the largest, most visited gaming exhibition in the world, dwarfing its nearest rivals, and has outlasted many alternative public and industry events. It adapted rapidly to covid, and became a successful online event when others wilted. And it somehow seamlessly combines a massive-scale industry event with an even more enormous public convention. So why is Gamescom so successful, where others struggle?

Why Gamescom Dominates Where E3 Failed

Despite its faults, The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power remains a treasure trove of Tolkien lore for superfans of the fantasy franchise—and season two episode four succinctly showcases the Amazon Prime series’ love for its source material. From the debut of a fan-favorite character to a series of delightfully daft dialogues, the latest episode of Rings of Power is a strong one—something the wildly expensive (yet mostly middling) series could use right now.

The Rings Of Power Season 2 Episode 4 Introduces An Iconic Lord Of The Rings Character In The Best Way Possible

Miriam’s Vanishing is a Sorcery that can only be found in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. This spell allows you to teleport in any direction you’re holding, giving you a new way to move around the battlefield and get the drop on your enemies. This makes it a fun spell to use in PVP, especially, so you won’t want to miss your chance to get it.

Where To Find Miriam's Vanishing Sorcery In Shadow Of The Erdtree

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Cats of Kansas City

Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

Concord, Sony’s latest live-service game, flopped and is now shutting down later this week. As a result, it seems some people think that their physical copy of Concord on PS5 might suddenly be worth a pretty penny and are trying to flip the game on eBay. Suggested Reading. Here's...

People Are Rushing To Sell Concord For Way Too Much Now That It's Shutting Down

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(MA) Meet Ada Awesome, an adorable little Yorkshire Terrier mix pup who is ready and waiting to curl up in your lap, bed, and life. Ada recently came into Dog Rescue New England's care for unspecified reasons. She is currently living safely in a foster home, but would definitely be much happier living in YOUR home. So what are you waiting for? Time to fill out that application!

This Little Yorkshire Terrier Is Looking For Love

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Passengers traveling on Carnival Magic were abruptly cut short of their shore excursion in Grand Turk on Monday as the cruise line issued an urgent alert due to deteriorating weather conditions linked to Hurricane Ernesto.

Carnival Cruise Line Rushes Passengers Back to Ship as Weather Worsens

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Arcane’s Latest Trailer Teases All-Out War For Its Final Season

When Arcane season two drops this November, it’ll mark the finale to the amazing Netflix series based on League of Legends. But until we all have...

Arcane’s Latest Trailer Teases All-Out War For Its Final Season

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