xQc drops new Twitch ban theory as Asmongold alleges “double standards”

xQc drops new Twitch ban theory as Asmongold alleges “double standards” xQc revealed his latest theory on how Twitch enforces its bans while streamer Asmongold accused the platform of not applying its Terms of Service “fairly.” On April 26, Twitch streamer Tectone wasbanned from the site for two weeksafter comments he made about political streamer Frogan. The ban sparked debate on social media as Tectone stood by his comments and accused Twitch of not applying bans fairly, calling outHasan’s broadcasts, specifically....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 496 words · Tanya Andrews MD

You may soon be able to use your gadgets during takeoff and landing

We’ve heard it before, but now it might actually come true: Using your gadgets during takeoff and landing on commercial flights may soon be allowed. On Thursday, an FAA advisory panel officially voted to recommend that the agency lift restrictions on the use of smartphones, tablets, ebook readers, and other gadgets when a flight is below 10,000 feet,reportsthe Associated Press. Users would still have tokeep their devices in airplane mode– meaning no phone calls, texts, or Web browsing during the start and end of flights – but basically any activity that doesn’t involve transmitting information wirelessly would be permitted, if the FAA follows the panel’s recommendations....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Kelly Butler

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to open the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower

As was the case inThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the Hyrule map inTears of the Kingdomwill only be revealed by activating towers. There are 15 Skyview Towers located across Hyrule, most of which can be opened simply by walking inside and interacting with a panel. However, a select few force Link to solve a specific puzzle orcomplete a short questfirst. The most confusing of those comes from the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 402 words · Julie Jacobs

10 Movie Sequel Setups That Went Nowhere

Summary Many plannedmovie franchises were canceledfollowing the first movie’s poor performance, resulting in some sequel setups that went nowhere. Generally, a poor box office performance is all there is to it —the first movie didn’t make enough money, so the studio abandoned the franchise altogether rather than risk losing more,regardless of whether the movie acts as though there will be a sequel. Other factors may contribute, like a cast or crew member moving on from the project....

July 22, 2025 · 13 min · 2623 words · Christina Miranda

300: Rise Of An Empire Cast & Returning Character Guide

Summary 300: Rise of An Empiresees a number of characters and cast members carry over from the first film. Loosely based on historical truths, both300and its sequel300: Rise of an Empiretell the story of the battles between Athens, Sparta, and Persia. Though known for their highly stylized elements, theultra-quotable300moviesare widely criticized for their lack of historical accuracy despite finding its drama in being a sweeping period piece. 300, which was released in 2006, focuses onaction movie star Gerard Butler’s King Leonidas and his quest to lead the Spartans to victory against Xerxes and the rest of the Persian army....

July 22, 2025 · 8 min · 1577 words · Frank Peck

5 bad ‘90s action movies that you still need to watch

The ’90s were all about action at the box office. And it’s not an exaggeration to say that several of the top action movies of the ’90s rank among the best in the genre. But there are far more bad ’90s action movies than there are good ones. Instead of running down the truly forgettable flicks from that decade, we’re throwing the spotlight on five bad ’90s action movies that you still need to watch....

July 22, 2025 · 4 min · 847 words · Erica Watson

8 Book Trilogies Where The Second Book Is The Best

Summary Book trilogies often suffer from second-book syndrome, with the middle installment feeling like a slow and unnecessary bridge between the opening and conclusion — thoughthere are a few lucky trilogies where the second book is the best. Trilogies tend to struggle when it comes to balancing their stories, and when this happens, the middle typically suffers. This is why so manybook trilogies peak with the first installment, though some manage to make a comeback during the finale, even after a lackluster second novel....

July 22, 2025 · 8 min · 1690 words · Jennifer Garrett

9 Great Star Trek Heist Episodes

WARNING: Contains SPOILERS for Star Trek: Discovery, season 5, episode 9, “Lagrange Point”! Summary Star Trek: Discoveryseason 5, episode 9, “Lagrange Point”, is the latest entry in the canon ofStar Trekheist episodes. Written by Sean Cochran & Ari Friedman, anddirected by Jonathan Frakes,Discoveryseason 5, episode 9, “Lagrange Point” saw Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and her away team disguise themselves as Breen to steal the structure that contained the Progenitors' treasure....

July 22, 2025 · 13 min · 2704 words · Sherry Burnett

A week after HQ Trivia shuttered, players still don’t have their prize money

Players of the once-popular live game show app HQ Trivia are still waiting for their prize money one week after the companyannounced its plan to shut down. Digital Trends reached out to over a dozen HQ Trivia players via Twitter direct message and found not one had received money they won while playing the game. The company announced it was shutting down last Friday, but but a few days later, on Wednesday, CEO Rus Yusupov tweeted: “We have found a new home for HQ, with a company that wants to keep it running....

July 22, 2025 · 3 min · 629 words · Paul Davis

AMD Ryzen 7000 vs. Ryzen 5000: specs, performance, and more compared

TheAMD Ryzen 7000processors are here, and AMD believes it can take the crown in thebest processorranking. They are powered by the new Zen 4 core architecture and bring performance and power efficiency together in the world’s first 5nm desktop-class processor. A lot is changing this generation, so we thought it was high time to compare Ryzen 7000 to last gen’s Ryzen 5000 processors. The Ryzen 7000 processors andAM5 socketwill be available on September 27, butour review is live right now....

July 22, 2025 · 7 min · 1296 words · Daniel Ingram

Apple shows how to shoot ‘otherworldly’ night mode shots on the iPhone

Apple has shared a new video featuring ideas on how to get “otherworldly” images using the iPhone camera’s night mode setting. Night modelaunched with the iPhone 11in 2019 to help you get better shots in low-light conditions. Many Android handsetshave offered a similar featurefor several years now. Apple’s video focuses onMaria Lax, a London-based Finnish photographer whose wonderfully mystical images have helped her to build a loyal following on Instagram....

July 22, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Mrs. Jessica Baker

Below Deck Season 11 Reunion: Is It Happening?

Summary Below Deckseason 11 has been full of twists, turns, and drama that the cast hasn’t been able to discuss after the fact,leading many to wonder if there will be a reunion for the cast to air out their issues.Below Deckseason 11quickly became of interest to viewers who were excited by the idea of watching a new captain helm St. David. With Captain Kerry Titheradge taking over for Captain Lee Rosbach after years of hard work, the crew of St....

July 22, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Joseph Jones

Bing Visual Search is a Google Lens competitor — with an extra feature

Microsoft wants searchers to be able to skip the keyboard and search not just with a photo, but within a specific part of that photo. Thanks to artificial intelligence, that feature is now arriving to the Bing app on iOS and Android. Visual Search,announced on Thursday, June 21, uses a camera or an existing photo to search or shop for objects, landmarks, and animals, or to scan a barcode. The Google Lens-like competitor is rolling out to the Bing app as well as Microsoft Launcher on Android and is also expected to head to Microsoft Edge andbing....

July 22, 2025 · 3 min · 460 words · Michelle Bautista