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In Praise Of World Of Warcraft's God-Awful Polygonal Prairie Dog

The original game's janky critter has a special place in some players' hearts, especially in WoW Classic.

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Pope Francis Slams AI-Generated Art, AI Developers Push Back

The pontiff stated AI lacks the 'spark of humanity,' a sentiment echoed by some but challenged by those in the AI industry.

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Peanuts' Shockingly Cruel Debut Comic Strip Turns 76

The very first 'Peanuts' strip from 1950 featured a surprisingly mean-spirited line aimed at Charlie Brown.

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Tony Stark's "I am Iron Man" Is the MCU's Defining Quote

A look back at the improvised line that set the Marvel Cinematic Universe on its groundbreaking path.

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Why Hidden Object Games Deserve Your Respect

Don't dismiss this often-maligned genre; it offers a unique and surprisingly rewarding experience for all types of gamers.

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Ben Affleck Explains Why He Won't Personally Run for Office

The actor cites a 'collective disappointment' with U.S. politics and a desire to focus on filmmaking.

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Eyes Without a Face: The Haunting French Horror That Influenced Halloween

Georges Franju's 1960 film and its iconic mask left an indelible mark on horror cinema, most notably inspiring John Carpenter's iconic killer.

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Five 'Unfilmable' Classics That Should Remain on the Page

Certain complex narratives and experimental formats are best experienced through the written word.

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The Departed's Opening Line Remains a Masterclass in Gangster Cinema

Twenty years later, Jack Nicholson's chilling monologue as Frank Costello defines a character and the genre.