Alien: Why The Nostromo Crew Launched Kane’s Body In Space

Summary Launching Kane’s body into space is one of the strangest choices made by the crew of the Nostromo in the originalAlien, and here is why they did it. Kane is one of the most significant characters in theAlienfranchise despite his small role in the first movie due to his connection with one ofAlien’s most iconic scenes, making him an incredibly memorable character. However, the final fate of his body has always seemed a bit strange, with the 1979Alienfilm never providing a full explanation as to why the Nostromo crew launched his body into space....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Alex Gordon

All Rematch editions & how to play early

All Rematch editions & how to play early Rematch officially arrives on June 19 across all platforms, but you can jump into the action early if you want to get a head start. Rematchis the latest game from Sifu developer Sloclap, but it’s fair to say that the two couldn’t be more different. Often described asRocket Leaguewithout cars, you control one member of a five-person team, with the aim of scoring more than your opponents in six-minute matches....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 352 words · Charles Watkins

Amazon cuts the price of these Sennheiser noise-canceling headphones by $50

The increasing amount of noise pollution nowadays has made the use ofnoise-canceling cansmore and more common. For people looking to concentrate on the tasks before them or enjoy an isolated listening experience, there’s no better alternative. If you are planning to buy one, check out Amazon’sdeal on the Sennheiser HD 4.50 Special Edition.Normally retailing for $200, these Sennheiser noise-canceling headphones can be yours for only $150. Sennheiser stands alongside Sony and Bose as reputable brands in the audio tech industry....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Joseph White

Are smart blinds worth it?

As far as smart home gadgets are concerned, smart blinds are pretty niche. Unlikesmart displays,video doorbells, orsmart locks, it’s not often that you hear about smart blinds (or see them installed in a friend’s home). However, these unique products offer the same luxuries as their smart siblings — and some might even be able to save you money. But are smart blinds worth it? Or is the upfront investment too steep in relation to the conveniences they offer?...

July 24, 2025 · 4 min · 834 words · Denise Ortega

Behold, the Disney Metaverse

The metaverse is happening. In fact, it’s already here. Good luck getting anyone to define what it is, exactly. Maybe it’s some all-virtual world. Maybe it’s a series of APIs meant to carry your digital self from one platform to another, with no single owner. Maybe it’s a distraction from all of Facebook’s — excuse me, Meta’s — problems, be they ethical, moral, or legal. The “metaverse” as it stands today means whatever the hell you want it to....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Theresa Jimenez

Chick-fil-A Dwarf House explained: Concept restaurant with exclusive menu items

Chick-fil-A Dwarf House explained: Concept restaurant with exclusive menu items There’s theKFC all-you-can-eat buffet, and the McDonald’s brancheswhere you can get married, but did you know that Chick-fil-A have several ‘Dwarf House’ restaurants? Here’s what you need to know. These restaurants are designed to showcase the history of the chicken chain in their decor and architecture. They also have table service and an exclusive menu. Chick-fil-A has become one of the most popular fast food chains in the US with chicken being a big hit in2024 food trends– but have you ever had a chicken sandwich in a fairytale house?...

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 530 words · Rebecca Barnes

Crumbl’s collab with Jonas Brothers sends fans running to try limited-time cookie

Crumbl’s collab with Jonas Brothers sends fans running to try limited-time cookie It might not be ‘Year 3000,’ but The Jonas Brothers are giving fans another reason to time travel as quickly as possible to the nearest Crumbl. On January 20,Crumbltook toInstagramto share details about their limited-time collaboration with pop star group, The Jonas Brothers. “We really popped off with this cookie. Rob’s Backstage Caramel Popcorn Cookie ft. The Jonas Brothers has dropped at Crumbl this week,” the company posted....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Elizabeth Anderson MD

Deadlock player gets Alpha access by emailing Valve CEO Gabe Newell directly

Deadlock player gets Alpha access by emailing Valve CEO Gabe Newell directly A Deadlock player on Reddit claimed that they received early access to the game by emailing Valve’s CEO Gabe Newell directly, bypassing the several-day wait time for invites in the process. Although Valve’s latest game hasbeen available for playerswho can get ahold of an invite for weeks, the companyfinally acknowledged its existence on July 15, 2025. Deadlock has remained invite-only for those looking to get ahold of Valve’s FPS MOBA, withinvites taking two days or longerto be sent to Steam users....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 393 words · Edward Brooks

Deadpool's Spaceship Has the Perfect Name (In the Same Spirit as MCU's Star-Lord)

Summary Like Star-Lord in the MCU,Deadpoolused pop culture to inspire the name of his team’s spaceship.Prelude to Deadpool Corps #5features the titular mercenary squad’s very own vehicle for space travel, which allows them to take on a mission to defeat the Awareness. Instead of naming it after musicians or a childhood crush, however, Wade and his variant companions named it after a beloved actress that the antihero is known to be a big fan of....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 625 words · Beth Rosario

Doctor Who Season 14's "Black Mirror" Episode Totally Misses The Point Of Black Mirror

Warning: Spoilers ahead forDoctor Whoseason 14, episode 5, “Dot and Bubble.” Summary Doctor Whoseason 14, episode 5, “Dot and Bubble,” feels very much like a take on Charlie Brooker’sBlack Mirror, but Russell T Davies falls short of replicating the formula of the sci-fi anthology show. While there is undeniably some crossover in the target demographic of both shows,Doctor WhoandBlack Mirrorare aimed at different audiences. However, Davies still manages to pay a semi-convincing tribute to the Netflix show during the second “Doctor-lite” episode in a row of Ncuti Gatwa’s debut season....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 896 words · Lisa Nelson

Don’t ask questions! Just play this wild and weird nun game

Usually, when I recommend a game, I try to give as comprehensive an overview of it as I can. I know that it’s hard to get players to commit time and money to something sight unseen. But withIndika, I’m tempted to say nothing at all. It’s something you should experience for yourself. If that’s enough to intrigue you, you may stop reading here andhead on over to Steam. I am merciful, though, so here’s an explanation for those who aren’t so keen on spending $25 with no context....

July 24, 2025 · 4 min · 677 words · John Carter

Don’t miss this great sci-fi RPG while it’s free on the Epic Games Store

The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Editionwill be one of the next free games offered on theEpic Games Store, and that’s a can’t-miss freebie for fans of RPGs or sci-fi. The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Editionis the complete version of a 2019 RPG from Obsidian Entertainment. Although it was much smaller in scale than some AAA RPGs likeStarfield, that more limited scope allowsThe Outer Worldsto emphasize player choice in gameplay and narrative....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 292 words · Margaret May

Elden Ring players call out “busted” Duelling Shields for breaking DLC

Elden Ring players call out “busted” Duelling Shields for breaking DLC The latest weapon to trivialize Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is the unusual Duelling Shield. Players have officially declared them “busted”. Originally revealed as one of theeight new weapon typescoming to Shadow of the Erdtree, the Duelling Shield received quite the spotlight in its first gameplay trailer. Despite this, there are only two Duelling Shields in the game....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 466 words · Jordan Mueller