The final match of the Speed Chess Championship will be held in London on February 7th and 8th. However, the list of items fans aren’t allowed to bring is causing some concern among those planning to attend.
I just read an interesting interview with Mark Ruffalo in Empire Magazine. He confirmed he won’t be in the upcoming Doomsday film, but he’s still feeling good about his future with Marvel. He actually said that as long as they have great ideas for the Hulk, he’s in! He even joked that The Avengers helped him land a role in Crime 101! It got me thinking though – with him not in Doomsday, could this mean the Hulk is in real trouble in Spider-Man: Brand New Day this summer? It definitely makes you wonder what’s going on!
Robert Pattinson first gained international fame through the Twilight franchise. Based on the novels by Stephenie Meyer, Twilight tells the story of a complicated love between vampire Edward Cullen, played by Pattinson, and human teenager Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart. The Twilight Saga quickly became a major part of pop culture, starting with the very first film.
The Wii U was a groundbreaking system that first launched the world to Splatoon, let players create and share their own Super Mario levels, and offered enhanced versions of classic games like Mario Kart 8 and The Wind Waker. It also became known for unique and innovative titles, including Bayonetta 2, The Wonderful 101, Xenoblade Chronicles X, and Affordable Space Adventures. The system’s life culminated with the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, a game that would become incredibly influential and mark the end of the Wii U era.
Valentino Garavani, the renowned designer, died at his home in Rome, Italy, on January 19th. His foundation shared that he was with family when he passed away.
Andrew Lincoln, best known for playing Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead and its spin-off The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (2024), is starring in and executive producing a new six-part series called Coldwater. The show launched in September 2025 and quickly became popular, entering the top 10 most-streamed shows on Paramount+ in the U.S. this week.
American culture feels very divided right now, stuck between conservative viewpoints and progressive ideals. You see this online, with people like Ben Shapiro criticizing liberal content and commentators reacting strongly to current events. However, the “Heated Rivalry” reaction videos show a different side – genuine joy and excitement when two gay athletes share a moment. Because so much of what we watch is experienced alone through personalized feeds, these reaction videos feel like a digital version of sharing experiences with others. They cover everything from first-time listens to classic songs to reactions to sports highlights and shocking reveals, offering a sense of connection. While many things get this treatment, the “Heated Rivalry” videos have sparked an unusually large number of reactions, suggesting they’ve really resonated with people.
During the Game Boy Advance era, Pokémon was a huge hit with kids, and games like Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed, and LeafGreen were constantly being discussed. Mario remained popular thanks to titles like Superstar Saga, Super Mario Advance, and Mario Kart: Super Circuit. Zelda fans enjoyed The Minish Cap and a portable version of A Link to the Past. But the system also offered more complex games – titles like Metroid Fusion, Golden Sun, Advance Wars, and Fire Emblem demonstrated that handheld RPGs and strategy games could be just as engaging as those played on home consoles.
Renato Garavani, the founder of Valentino, passed away at his home in Rome, Italy, on January 19th. The news was announced on his Instagram account and by the Valentino foundation, stating he died peacefully surrounded by family.
The game’s release has been postponed, but the developer explains they’re using the extra time to make improvements based on what players have said. This will help them deliver a higher-quality and more polished game. You can currently pre-register for this free-to-play RPG on Google Play, the App Store, the official website, PlayStation 5, and Steam.