Movies

So, I was listening to Kelly Thompson talk on the Near Mint Condition YouTube channel, and she was explaining things about the Absolute Wonder Woman run. Basically, just because they’re hinting at Diana being queer doesn’t mean DC is fully on board with making it official in the comics themselves. She said they’re playing it by ear, and honestly, she seemed a little frustrated that DC is being cautious about showing sapphic relationships – you know, Diana with other women – in Absolute Wonder Woman and her overall story. It’s not a definite ‘yes’ to queer Diana just yet.

His remarks point to the difficult task filmmakers have in making movies that both video game fans and the broader public will enjoy.

Deborah Vance is returning for a fifth and final season of Hacks, bringing with her a host of well-known guest stars. Picking up right after the events of season four, the new season finds Deborah back in Las Vegas, proving she’s very much alive and eager to return to performing. The Emmy-winning HBO Max comedy will conclude with these episodes.

Decisions like Spider-Man changing his history with Mary Jane, The Sentry wiping himself from existence, and Captain Marvel deciding to punish people before they committed crimes were all very controversial. These are some of the most difficult choices Marvel heroes have ever faced, not just because they tested what the heroes believed in, but because the consequences were incredibly grim.

Razer has released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed earbuds, a new pair of truly wireless headphones designed for gaming. They offer low-latency audio on PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile devices. These earbuds connect in two ways: with Razer’s fast HyperSpeed wireless technology or Bluetooth 6.0, and automatically switch between the two for a smooth experience.

IO Interactive has postponed the release of their James Bond game, 007 First Light, on the Nintendo Switch 2 because it needs more development time. This follows a pattern of challenges other developers have faced when trying to get games running well on the console, as seen with the cancellation of Borderlands 4 and the delay of Elden Ring. IO Interactive previously moved the game’s launch from March to May to ensure it was fully polished, and this latest delay shows they are committed to delivering a high-quality experience.

Tesla is planning a major change in its strategy for more affordable cars. After much discussion and adjustments to its plans, the company is reportedly developing a brand new, small electric SUV. This new model is expected to be significantly cheaper than Tesla’s current vehicles and is being designed and built in Shanghai. Unlike previous attempts to create lower-priced options, this vehicle won’t simply be a smaller version of existing cars; it’s a completely new design focused on making electric vehicles more accessible.

Movie theaters are stepping up their merchandise game! In anticipation of the new Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, Cinemark is selling a special popcorn bucket shaped like Jackson’s iconic black fedora. This limited-edition item shows that movie theater snacks and collectibles are becoming as popular as the movies themselves.

Dior will be hosting its 2027 Cruise show in Los Angeles, a major center for culture. According to WWD, the show will be held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), marking the debut Cruise collection designed by Jonathan Anderson.

Nike is releasing a special baseball cleat called the Diamond Standout to celebrate Jackie Robinson Day, honoring the legendary player.