Commentary: ‘Looney Tunes’ has been removed from Max. This is why it feels like an attack

The great animation units of the 20th century boil down to the Fleischer Studios, which made Betty Boop and Popeye shorts (the ones in black-and-white); MGM, where Tex Avery’s cheesecake cuties had a disturbing effect on his wolves; Disney, of course, whose short films were more stylistically free (and violent) than its features; and Warner Bros., whose cartoons were very much of a piece with its urban house style; Bugs Bunny sits compatibly next to fellow Warner contract player James Cagney. Alongside Disney, Warner assembled the greatest cast of cartoon characters in history: Bugs, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd, Sylvester the Cat, Tweety Bird, Yosemite Sam, Foghorn Leghorn, Pepé Le Pew, the Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote and Speedy Gonzalez — problematic, but, as The Times’ Gustavo Arellano reported in a 2021 column, much loved by Mexican Americans and throughout Latin America.

First Look at Wale’s Exclusive Nike GT Future Colorway

A decade ago, Baltimore native and sneaker enthusiast Wale was known for debuting rare and high-profile Nike releases — despite not having an official partnership with the brand. Now, he continues that tradition with the unveiling of the Nike GT Future in a striking reflective teal colorway.

adidas Originals Unveils Japan-Exclusive SL 72 in “College Navy”

adidas Originals has launched a Japan-exclusive colorway of the SL 72, bringing a fresh update to the classic silhouette. The sneaker, first introduced in 1972, now arrives in a refined “College Navy/White” scheme, blending heritage aesthetics with modern appeal. The upper is crafted from a mix of nylon and suede, giving it a vintage yet premium feel. Adding to its elevated design, gold lettering embellishes the shoe, enhancing its understated luxury. The signature serrated three-stripes remain intact, maintaining the sneaker’s retro DNA.