An Unexpected Developer Is Behind Some Big Free Switch 2 Updates

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Panic Button, the developers behind several Nintendo Switch ports, recently shared their work on free updates for the new Switch 2 console. They explained on X (formerly Twitter) that Nintendo requested their help showcasing the console’s enhanced features while staying true to the original games. These updates include HDR support for titles like Arms, Super Mario Odyssey, and Bowser’s Fury, as well as GameShare functionality added to Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury.

Blackrock’s Big Move: Staked Ethereum ETF is Coming… Maybe?

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So, guess what? Blackrock just registered a new Delaware statutory trust called the Ishares Staked Ethereum Trust. It’s their first step in launching a staking-focused Ethereum fund. Because why just invest in Ethereum when you can also earn rewards by… staking it? Genius, right?

New ‘Star Trek’ Movie Could End the Franchise’s Modern Era

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As a huge Star Trek fan, I’ve been following Alex Kurtzman’s work with the franchise since J.J. Abrams’ 2009 film. He’s been a really central figure ever since, and his production company, Secret Hideout (founded in 2014), has been behind every Star Trek show starting with Discovery. I was reading on TrekCentral that their deal with Paramount is up in 2026, and people are wondering if it will be renewed. If not, it could mean a big shift in direction for the upcoming Star Trek movie – though honestly, things were already heading towards some changes anyway.

Why Morena Baccarin’s Inara Was Recast in Firefly

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The cast of Firefly included Morena Baccarin, known for her roles in Gotham and Sherlock Country, as the character Inara Serra. Baccarin played Inara with a calm wisdom and elegance, but she wasn’t the first choice for the part. Before filming began in 2002, a well-known actress from the 1990s was originally cast as the companion.

Don’t Miss This Crucial Dark Urge Origin Scene

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You’re shipwrecked, with a terrible headache and a strange parasite in your brain – welcome to the world of Baldur’s Gate 3! As you regain your bearings on the beach, you’ll likely want to find help and understand what happened. You’ll quickly spot a potential ally, Shadowheart, a cleric who’s currently unconscious. For most players, waking her up feels like the natural thing to do. However, if you chose the ‘Dark Urge’ origin story, a crucial decision awaits you right then and there, and it’s easy to overlook.

Wealthy town bans Pickleball as it’s too loud for residents

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Pickleball has become incredibly popular recently, gaining fans worldwide and even launching professional leagues in both Europe and the United States. You can now find pickleball courts popping up in parks and recreation areas everywhere, often alongside tennis courts.