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The Converse ONE STAR J Returns in a “Purple” Colorway

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The Converse TimeLine ONE STAR VTG in “Purple” brings back a beloved classic with a vintage-inspired look. Crafted in Japan, these sneakers boast a luxurious purple suede upper, offering a rich and textured feel. The design is finished with Converse’s signature white star logo on the side.

Stormzy’s Merky Films Is Developing an Ian Wright Biopic

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Stormzy’s production company, Merky Films, is partnering to create a movie about the life of former football star Ian Wright. The film will follow Wright’s inspiring story, from his tough childhood in South London to becoming a famous athlete and popular TV personality. Stormzy, along with Akua Agyemfra, is producing the film as part of his dedication to sharing important British stories.

Former ‘Tekken’ Director Katsuhiro Harada Is Back With a New Game Development Company

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As a long-time Tekken fan, I was thrilled to hear Katsuhiro Harada is back! After leaving Bandai Namco at the end of 2025, he’s launched a new studio called VS Studio. It’s pretty amazing because it’s actually part of SNK – yes, the SNK, known for classic arcade games! It’s wild to think that creators from two of the biggest fighting game rivals are now working together – it’s going to seriously shake things up! Harada spent 31 years at his old company, basically defining 3D fighting games as we know them, so him joining a competitor is a huge deal in the industry.

graniph and ‘Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex’ Prove the Major’s Visual Language Was Always Built for a T-Shirt

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graniph has released a new clothing line inspired by the anime series Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. The collection features designs based on popular characters like Motoko Kusanagi, the Tachikoma, Section 9, and the Laughing Man. You can pre-order the items online now through May 18th and earn double points, with the full collection available in stores on May 19th.

JJJJound’s Vans Half Cab Returns in 2026: Here’s How To Get Yours

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JJJJound and Vans are revisiting their popular Half Cab collaboration with a new release planned for 2026. Available only through Vans starting Tuesday, May 19th, the shoe builds on the design of the 2025 version. It features a minimalist look with removed ankle padding, replaced by JJJJound’s signature nylon tongue, and continues the Half Cab’s transition into a stylish, everyday shoe.

The Beacons of Gondor Are Lit, and LEGO’s “Minas Tirith” Set Is Calling Collectors to the White City

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LEGO has unveiled its biggest-ever set based on “The Lord of the Rings”: Minas Tirith (set number 11377). With 8,278 pieces, this impressive model is also a key part of LEGO’s celebration of the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s film trilogy. It will be available to LEGO Insiders members starting June 1st, and for everyone else on June 4th.