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So, the Season 2 finale wrapped up with Luke Cage finally back in Jessica Jones’ life – and back to help with their daughter! He’d been off on some shady international assignments for Valentina and her mysterious boss, ‘Mr. Charles’. Now that the season’s done, Krysten Ritter’s been chatting about where Jessica, Luke, and their little one are headed, giving Marvel fans a bit more insight into their future.

Instead of continuing the story from Gears of War 5, the next game, Gears of War: E-Day, will actually be a prequel. It goes back to the very beginning – the events of Emergence Day, which started the war between humans and the Locust. This decision could be a problem, as it might diminish the progress the newer games have made and potentially harm a subtle but important part of the game’s backstory.

Streaming services like Netflix and HBO Max are getting more expensive, but you can still find tons of movies and shows – including scary ones – on free platforms like Tubi, Plex, and Pluto TV. This May, these services added a lot of great horror titles, from a popular ’90s slasher film to a critically acclaimed movie from the 2000s. All you need to watch is a device and internet connection!

This episode is packed with drama, as Mikey and Richie both act out. They spend the time drinking, using drugs, playing basketball, and getting into heated arguments with some kids. Things escalate until Mikey explodes, telling Richie he’ll be a bad father. It’s a messy, funny, and heartbreaking sequence – exactly the kind of emotionally complex storytelling The Bear excels at. Adding to the tension is a strict deadline: Richie needs to be home by 5:15 pm, the predicted time of Tiff’s (Gillian Jacobs) labor, mirroring the time her own mother went into labor.

In an interview with CBR, Joe Russo discussed how he and his brother Anthony altered Spider-Man’s origin story for his introduction to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Captain America: Civil War. Russo, a lifelong Spider-Man fan, explained that he connected with the idea of a young person burdened with great responsibility. He felt that responsibility could be powerfully portrayed through the accidental death of a loved one, creating a sense of loss and pressure. However, the filmmakers decided not to make Tom Holland’s Spider-Man responsible for Uncle Ben’s death, believing it would fundamentally change the character. Russo felt blaming himself would create a much darker and more intense portrayal than they were aiming for.

Now that the Black Clover manga has finished and a new anime season is coming, the final volume release date in Japan has been announced. Volume 38, which includes the last 12 chapters (potentially split into multiple parts), will be available in Japan on August 4th, according to the series’ official social media. A release date for other countries hasn’t been announced yet.

This remaster has evolved into more of a remake with each new improvement, as many systems from the original Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag have been overhauled or added. Features like a toggleable crouch, improved tailing missions, and enhanced parkour make playing as Edward Kenway feel both new and familiar. Importantly, Black Flag Resynced avoids becoming a full-fledged RPG like Assassin’s Creed: Shadows or Valhalla, instead blending classic elements with modern enhancements.

The best prequel stories take characters who played smaller roles or hinted-at past events and make them the focus. When done well, this creates a richer viewing experience where everything that happens in the original show feels more meaningful, because we’ve seen the choices that led to it. Many popular dramas have interesting characters and backstories that were never fully explored, making them perfect candidates for prequel series.

It’s common to see evil versions of superheroes, but when those dark reflections team up, they become incredibly dangerous. These twisted versions of the Justice League are responsible for horrific acts, ranging from mass killings to establishing oppressive governments, making them truly despicable.

I’m a huge fan of O’Shea Jackson Jr. – it’s awesome seeing Ice Cube’s son kill it in Hollywood! He’s already been in some amazing movies like Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Straight Outta Compton, Cocaine Bear, and Den of Thieves. But here’s a surprise: he’s a One Piece fan! However, he recently shared something pretty shocking – he absolutely hates the Thriller Bark arc. He was totally honest on social media, saying it really tested his patience and even called it a “Scooby Doo a arc” that could “go to hell”! It’s funny to hear what even fans dislike, and this one definitely got a reaction!