House of the Dragon star talks Helaena’s abilities getting stronger, what’s in store for season 3

In the finale of House of the Dragon’s second season, I found myself thrust into a more significant role as Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban). My brother Aemond urged me to ride Dreamfyre into battle, but I refused due to my strong aversion to causing harm. Despite his persistence, I finally disclosed that I was aware of his attempt to kill our brother Aegon. This knowledge wasn’t new, as I had foreseen such events before, like predicting Aemond would lose an eye in season 1. However, it seemed that my precognitive abilities became clearer this time around.

Peacock pulls the plug on Sam Esmail’s Battlestar Galactica reboot

In 2019, Sam Esmail, the creator of Mr. Robot, disclosed that he was developing a new take on Battlestar Galactica, the classic sci-fi series from the late ’70s about humans fighting to survive after a devastating war against robots. It’s possible he’s reimagining the 2000s version of Battlestar Galactica, which brought the story into contemporary context. With popular, large-scale genre shows like Game of Thrones and Foundation currently dominating the scene, could it be time for another refresh of this series?

Fortnite’s future battle pass-exclusive skins may be sold in the store

As a devoted Fortnite fan, I’ve got some exciting and somewhat bittersweet news for us all: Epic Games has shared plans to make some exclusive Battle Pass skins and items that appear in future seasons available for purchase within the game store. This move aims to alleviate the anxiety of missing out on these limited-time items, but it also means that the thrill of obtaining them won’t be quite as unique.

Chicory composer Lena Raine always wanted to write an RPG theme song

Lena Raine’s compositions seem inseparable from the games they are part of; for instance, the pulsating electronica of Celeste is deeply etched in my recollection of overcoming its tough platforming levels, and the soft piano tunes in Chicory: A Colorful Tale resonate intimately with the game’s narrative about artistic struggle. This suggests that Raine’s music is perfectly tailored to the environments it inhabits, showcasing her exceptional songwriting skills.

The best Olympic shooting competition memes from the Paris 2024 games

2024 Summer Olympics in Paris has gathered some of the world’s most talented athletes to perform incredible feats such as performing acrobatic stunts that challenge gravity and swimming at remarkable speeds, which would leave an ordinary person astonished. However, what sets this year’s athletes apart is their involvement in humor-filled internet culture: memes. For instance, shooting events at the Olympics have sparked a surge of memes and fan art on social media platforms like X, and fans are now portraying the athletes as anime characters.