Stephen King’s The Institute Surges On Streaming Ahead Of Season 2

I was really bummed to hear that Becka Paulson, the series Jordan Peele was developing, won’t be moving forward at The CW. Apparently, with the network changing hands, their plans have shifted. It’s a shame, but thankfully, it doesn’t seem like Jordan Peele is stopping completely – his other projects still seem to be full steam ahead.

Microsoft Exec Dismisses Mass Layoff Report: “100% Made Up”

A recent report from TipRanks claimed Microsoft is planning significant layoffs this month, potentially impacting 11,000 to 22,000 positions across its Azure Cloud, Xbox, and sales divisions. However, Jez Corden, an editor at Windows Central, quickly stated the Xbox portion of the report was untrue. Shortly after, Frank X. Shaw, Microsoft’s Chief Communications Officer (and a 17-year company veteran, per his LinkedIn profile), also refuted the claims.

Minecraft Is Getting Even Cuter With New Baby Mobs

In a new video, game director Agnes Larsson shared that the game’s baby creatures used to simply be smaller versions of the adults. With this update, baby animals are getting unique designs and brand new sounds recorded from actual animals.

New Look at Milly Alcock in ‘Supergirl’ Revealed

A new image from USA Today offers fans their first look at Milly Alcock as Supergirl. Alcock is well-known for her role as Rhaenyra Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon, making this her first major film role. The movie’s first trailer, released last month, hinted at a different feel than James Gunn’s Superman film – a darker, more science fiction-focused story that appears to take place largely in space, exploring the wider DC Universe.

Arbys launches massive ‘Meat & 3 Value box’ and it’s just $8

Okay, so Arby’s is dropping a new deal on January 6th that I’m definitely checking out. It’s called the Meat & 3 Value Box and it’s only $7.99! You get to pick a sandwich, three sides, and a drink – it sounds like a seriously good amount of food for the price. It’s probably one of their best value meals they’ve ever had, honestly. I’m hitting up my local Arby’s as soon as it’s available!

Stranger Things Season 5’s Bonus Episode Not Happening

A recent report from The Hollywood Reporter confirms that the fifth and final season of Stranger Things concluded with its eighth episode, “Chapter 8: The Rightside Up,” which premiered on Netflix on New Year’s Eve. The report clarifies that there is no hidden ninth episode, and creators Matt and Ross Duffer have stated this marks the end of the show’s run and the cast’s involvement.