Monday, April 13, 2026
Hollywood heavyweights oppose Paramount’s bid for Warner Bros.
moviesHollywood heavyweights oppose Paramount’s bid for Warner Bros.
More than 1,000 writers, actors and directors signed an open letter saying the Paramount, Warner Bros. deal would hurt jobs and competition.
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Witch Hat Atelier episode 3 airs, praised for faithfulness and emotion
comicsWitch Hat Atelier episode 3 airs, praised for faithfulness and emotion
The new anime episode is getting acclaim for a touching montage, faithful adaptation of the manga and strong worldbuilding.
Tomodachi Life release approaches amid leak and spoiler warnings
gamingTomodachi Life release approaches amid leak and spoiler warnings
Fans count down to Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream while creators and communities warn about leaked demos and spoilers online
U.S. begins blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Trump vows to sink Iranian ships
newsU.S. begins blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Trump vows to sink Iranian ships
U.S. Navy blockade takes effect; President says U.S. forces will sink Iranian vessels that approach
Yom HaShoah begins, leaders and communities mark Holocaust Remembrance
cultureYom HaShoah begins, leaders and communities mark Holocaust Remembrance
Holocaust Remembrance Day starts with statements and ceremonies honoring the six million victims and calling out antisemitism.
WNBA Draft 2026 opens, Dallas holds No. 1 pick
sportsWNBA Draft 2026 opens, Dallas holds No. 1 pick
Draft night in New York begins with the Dallas Wings owning the top pick as Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts and others await selection.
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Project Hail Mary returning to IMAX 70mm for one week
moviesProject Hail Mary returning to IMAX 70mm for one week
Project Hail Mary will be re-released in IMAX 70mm starting April 17 for one week.
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Super Mario Galaxy movie draws strong fan praise and mixed reviews
moviesSuper Mario Galaxy movie draws strong fan praise and mixed reviews
Early viewers praise the film's nostalgia and spectacle, while some critics say it skews toward fan service over character arcs.
Leeds beat Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford
sportsLeeds beat Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford
Noah Okafor’s early goals handed struggling Man Utd a surprise home defeat in the Premier League.
Artemis II astronauts make first public remarks after moon mission
scienceArtemis II astronauts make first public remarks after moon mission
The four Artemis II crew members said they are 'bonded forever' as they spoke publicly following the mission's successful return
Xbox boss says Game Pass has 'become too expensive' in leaked memo
gamingXbox boss says Game Pass has 'become too expensive' in leaked memo
New Xbox chief Asha Sharma told staff Game Pass needs a 'better value equation,' signaling likely pricing or feature changes.
New Resident Evil: Requiem episode goes live, streamers post playthroughs
gamingNew Resident Evil: Requiem episode goes live, streamers post playthroughs
A new episode of Resident Evil: Requiem is online, prompting fresh playthrough uploads and discussion among streamers.
Mike Colter, Finn Jones and Krysten Ritter spotted on Daredevil set
tvMike Colter, Finn Jones and Krysten Ritter spotted on Daredevil set
Actors seen reunited filming Daredevil: Born Again season 3, and Mike Colter briefly removed an Instagram post that spoiled an ending
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White House DoorDash publicity stunt backfires
newsWhite House DoorDash publicity stunt backfires
A White House DoorDash promo drew heavy criticism after the featured DoorDasher's remarks, sparking political blowback.
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Animal Crossing GameCube soundtrack added to Nintendo Music
gamingAnimal Crossing GameCube soundtrack added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo Music adds the original GameCube Animal Crossing OST, including the series' quirky '1 PM' theme and full tracklist.
Minnesota probes ICE arrest of Hmong American as possible kidnapping
politicsMinnesota probes ICE arrest of Hmong American as possible kidnapping
Ramsey County is investigating a January raid after video showed ICE officers forcing a Hmong man from his home in underwear, per AP.
apnews.comNYT piece revives debate over Trump's mental fitness
scienceNYT piece revives debate over Trump's mental fitness
New York Times profile says Trump's recent erratic comments have renewed public debate about his mental health.
nytimes.comTrump calls Pope Leo 'weak on crime' and briefly posts AI image of himself as Jesus
cultureTrump calls Pope Leo 'weak on crime' and briefly posts AI image of himself as Jesus
The president attacked Pope Leo as 'weak on crime' and briefly shared an AI image casting himself as Jesus, then deleted it.
Maul: Shadow Lord chapters 3 and 4 raise stakes with cliffhanger
tvMaul: Shadow Lord chapters 3 and 4 raise stakes with cliffhanger
Episodes 3 and 4 deliver heightened action and standout sound design, ending on a tense cliffhanger for the series.
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Administration agrees to restore Pride flag at Stonewall
cultureAdministration agrees to restore Pride flag at Stonewall
In a settlement, the federal government will keep the rainbow Pride flag flying at the Stonewall National Monument.
Garrett Crochet allows 10 runs, records just three outs vs Twins
sportsGarrett Crochet allows 10 runs, records just three outs vs Twins
Red Sox pitcher gave up 10 runs and only recorded three outs as the Twins tore the game open in Minneapolis.
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Hunger Games prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping' gets first trailer
moviesHunger Games prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping' gets first trailer
Lionsgate released the official trailer, revealing a Second Quarter Quell and a young Haymitch among the tributes.
Matt Goodwin’s Hungarian fellowship could be cut after Orbán defeat
journalismMatt Goodwin’s Hungarian fellowship could be cut after Orbán defeat
The Orbán‑linked institute hosting Goodwin is facing review after Viktor Orbán’s election loss, putting his visiting fellowship at risk
Meta builds AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff
techMeta builds AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff
Meta is training a photoreal AI avatar of CEO Mark Zuckerberg to engage with employees as part of a ‘personal superintelligence’ push.
IEA warns oil prices have further to rise amid supply crisis
financeIEA warns oil prices have further to rise amid supply crisis
International Energy Agency says current data understate an unprecedented supply shock, leaving oil prices upside risk.
StudioCanal developing Escape From New York reboot
moviesStudioCanal developing Escape From New York reboot
StudioCanal announced a reboot of John Carpenter’s Escape From New York in its CinemaCon slate; no cast or release date yet.
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Fright Club schedules Burnt Offerings community watch
moviesFright Club schedules Burnt Offerings community watch
Online watch party tonight for Dan Curtis' 1976 horror Burnt Offerings, with live chat and viewers sharing real-time reactions.
Darby Allin earns AEW World title shot at AEW Dynasty 2026
sportsDarby Allin earns AEW World title shot at AEW Dynasty 2026
Allin defeated Andrade El Idolo at AEW Dynasty to become the No. 1 contender for the world title
Aaron Judge launches 456‑foot two‑run homer
sportsAaron Judge launches 456‑foot two‑run homer
Judge crushed a 456‑ft, 116.2 mph two‑run shot off Yusei Kikuchi for his fifth homer of the season.
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Indivisible readies national day of action to stop ICE warehouse detention
politicsIndivisible readies national day of action to stop ICE warehouse detention
Indivisible and partners are running trainings and organizing local actions for April 25 to oppose ICE converting warehouses into detention centers.
Warhammer Classics re-releases 28 vintage games, seven debut on Steam
gamingWarhammer Classics re-releases 28 vintage games, seven debut on Steam
SNEG and Games Workshop are restoring dozens of classic Warhammer and 40K titles for modern PCs, with several appearing on Steam for the first time.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils 2026 class including Oasis and Wu-Tang
musicRock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils 2026 class including Oasis and Wu-Tang
Oasis, Phil Collins, Wu-Tang Clan, Joy Division/New Order, Sade, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol and Luther Vandross named 2026 inductees.
Jordan Walker homers for MLB-leading eighth of the season
sportsJordan Walker homers for MLB-leading eighth of the season
Jordan Walker’s 8th homer (398 ft off Gavin Williams) gives him the early MLB lead in home runs this season.
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Jeremiah Jackson hits first career grand slam for Orioles
sportsJeremiah Jackson hits first career grand slam for Orioles
Jackson launched a 406‑ft grand slam in the sixth inning to pull Baltimore within 7‑6 against Arizona.
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Ruby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual assault, Perry denies
musicRuby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual assault, Perry denies
Ruby Rose says Katy Perry sexually assaulted her nearly 20 years ago; Perry's representatives call the allegation false.
Mike Trout hits three-run homer to tie Angels and Yankees 7-7
sportsMike Trout hits three-run homer to tie Angels and Yankees 7-7
Trout's three-run blast off Jake Bird (about 421 ft) tied the game 7-7 at Yankee Stadium in a wild sixth inning.
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Paul Skenes records 400th career strikeout
sportsPaul Skenes records 400th career strikeout
Pirates starter Paul Skenes notched his 400th MLB strikeout, reaching the milestone early in his 59th career start.
Manchester trounces Imperial on University Challenge
tvManchester trounces Imperial on University Challenge
Manchester dominated the match with quick buzzer answers and memorable contestant moments.
Final WWE Raw before WrestleMania 42 airs from Sacramento
tvFinal WWE Raw before WrestleMania 42 airs from Sacramento
Go‑home Raw streams on Netflix featuring Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Brock Lesnar, Seth Rollins and other Mania setups.
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