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Books, Harry Potter, JK rowling, OwlCrate

OwlCrate Reverses Decision To Sell Harry Potter Mugs After Community Backlash

Owlcrate logo next to scales showing the trans community and allies winning over JK Rowling and a mug. (Image: Chip Somodevilla / Getty and Alyssa Shotwell.)

OwlCrate reversed the decision to support JK Rowling by selling Harry Potter mugs. Founder Korrina Ede pledged to partner with more trans companies and artists.

The post OwlCrate Reverses Decision To Sell Harry Potter Mugs After Community Backlash first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Chris Pratt, Marvel's What If...?, Star-Lord

Episode 2 of Marvel’s What If…? Is One Long Hilarious Dunk on Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord

Chadwick Boseman, Christ Pratt as Star-Lord

We're two episodes into Marvel's What If...?, and so far the Disney+ series has been delightful.

The post Episode 2 of Marvel’s What If…? Is One Long Hilarious Dunk on Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, Jeopardy!, mike richards, sexism

Mike Richards, the Jeopardy Host No One Wanted, Apologizes for History of Gross, Sexist Comments

Mike Richards looks exasperated while holding an Emmy.

The new season of Jeopardy! is set to start taping today, which meant that yesterday, Mike Richards had to go and apologize for some really gross, sexist, and otherwise disparaging comments that have resurfaced.

The post Mike Richards, the Jeopardy Host No One Wanted, Apologizes for History of Gross, Sexist Comments first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, Afghanistan, Taliban, women's rights

Here Is What’s Happening In Afghanistan and How To Help People There

A protest against the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in Athens, Greence

We've compiled some resources for ways to contribute your own time and/or money to help people in Afghanistan and refugees who have left.

The post Here Is What’s Happening In Afghanistan and How To Help People There first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Gail Simone, Twitter, Twitter trends

“Poopybutts” Is Trending On Twitter Because of Gail Simone and Nature Is Healing

Poopybutts

Poopybutts has been trending on Twitter, leading users to come up with their own interpretations for what the hashtag means. But we know why it started.

The post “Poopybutts” Is Trending On Twitter Because of Gail Simone and Nature Is Healing first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Chloé Zhao, Eternals, Marvel Cinematic Universe

We Can’t Get Enough of the Messy Family Dynamics in the Final Eternals Trailer

The Eternals trailer

The final trailer for 'Eternals' is here and is bringing us some messy, entangled family dynamics between these immortal heroes, and I can't wait!

The post We Can’t Get Enough of the Messy Family Dynamics in the Final Eternals Trailer first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, Alan Dershowitz, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Larry David

Larry David vs. Alan Dershowitz at Martha’s Vineyard Is Like a Great Curb Episode We’ll Never See

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: Larry David attends the 70th Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)

'Curb Your Enthusiasm' creator Larry David got into an old man screaming match with Trump/Epstein's lawyer-friend, Alan Dershowitz, at Martha's Vineyard.

The post Larry David vs. Alan Dershowitz at Martha’s Vineyard Is Like a Great Curb Episode We’ll Never See first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Gaming, Nintendo, Nintendo Switch, Pokémon (franchise)

There Was a Lot to Love About the New Pokémon Legends: Arceus Trailer but All I Can Think About Is Hisuian Growlithe

Hisuian Growlithe

During yesterday's Pokémon Presents we got more details about Pokémon Legends: Arceus that included four new Pokémon to interact with.

The post There Was a Lot to Love About the New Pokémon Legends: Arceus Trailer but All I Can Think About Is Hisuian Growlithe first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, COVID-19, Governor Greg Abbott

Texas Governor Greg Abbott Tests Positive for COVID-19, Immediately Receives a Level of Care Not Available to Most People

Gov. Greg Abbott at press conference.

Greg Abbott has joined the long list of Republicans who dedicated themselves to downplaying or outright denying the severity of COVID-19, only to go and catch the virus themselves.

The post Texas Governor Greg Abbott Tests Positive for COVID-19, Immediately Receives a Level of Care Not Available to Most People first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Anthony Mackie, Captain America (character), things we saw today

Things We Saw Today: Anthony Mackie Will Return in Captain America 4 After Signing Deal With Marvel/Disney

Sam Wilson holding Captain America's shield

According to a Deadline scoop, Anthony Mackie will be returning as Sam Wilson in Captain America 4 after sealing the deal with Marvel.

The post Things We Saw Today: Anthony Mackie Will Return in Captain America 4 After Signing Deal With Marvel/Disney first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Loki, Mobius M. Mobius, Owen Wilson

We Would Like to See More of Owen Wilson’s Mobius M. Mobius in the MCU

Owen Wilson as Mobius in Loki

We all love Mobius M. Mobius, but when can we see Owen Wilson returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

The post We Would Like to See More of Owen Wilson’s Mobius M. Mobius in the MCU first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, anime, fight scene, tokyo revengers

Mikey’s Response to Being Pushed Too Far in This Last Episode of Tokyo Revengers Is an Entire Mood

Bloody Halloween Tokyo Revengers

In episode 19 of Tokyo Revengers, Mikey faced someone who caused him a great deal of pain and was pushed to the breaking point.

The post Mikey’s Response to Being Pushed Too Far in This Last Episode of Tokyo Revengers Is an Entire Mood first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, LGBTQIA representation, Loki, Russell T. Davies

Former Doctor Who Showrunner Russell T. Davies Calls Loki’s Queerness a “Feeble Gesture,” but He’s Missing Some Context

An image of Russell T. Davies next to an image of Tom Hiddleston frowning as Loki on the 'Loki' series

Russell T. Davies isn't necessarily wrong in calling out queerness as represented on 'Loki,' but he's also missing a lot of context for Marvel fans.

The post Former Doctor Who Showrunner Russell T. Davies Calls Loki’s Queerness a “Feeble Gesture,” but He’s Missing Some Context first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, News, COVID-19, dress codes, masks

Texas School District Found a Loophole in Greg Abbott’s Mask Mandate Ban, Adds Masks to Its Dress Code

A young student wearing a mask sits and listens in class

Since a deadly, highly contagious disease is far more unsafe and distracting than shoulders or thighs, it's nice to see a dress code actually doing what it purports.

The post Texas School District Found a Loophole in Greg Abbott’s Mask Mandate Ban, Adds Masks to Its Dress Code first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Princess Diana, The Crown

The Crown Shares First Look at Our New Charles and Diana

Emma Corrin and Josh O'Connor in The Crown (2016)

'The Crown' is really good at casting. Even when you are unsure how it will come together, somehow they manage to get it right. It seems they've done it again.

The post The Crown Shares First Look at Our New Charles and Diana first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Chloé Zhao, Eternals, Marvel Cinematic Universe

We Finally Got a Good Look at Marvel’s Eternals With Dazzling New Magazine Covers

The Eternals trailer

A new series of magazine covers from EW gives us an exciting look into the Eternals, their power, and the cinematic genius that is director Chloé Zhao. 

The post We Finally Got a Good Look at Marvel’s Eternals With Dazzling New Magazine Covers first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Gaming, online harassment, racism, Twitch

The Hashtag #TwitchDoBetter Shows Just How Much Black Streamers Have to Do in Order to Protect Themselves From Racism on Twitch

Twitch Banner

The hashtag #TwitchDoBetter has gained traction as Black Twitch streamers address the increase in hate raids that clog their space with racial slurs.

The post The Hashtag #TwitchDoBetter Shows Just How Much Black Streamers Have to Do in Order to Protect Themselves From Racism on Twitch first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Adrian Toomes, Batman (character), Michael Keaton

Michael Keaton Hasn’t Really Seen Comic Book Movies and Good For Him

Michael Keaton as Batman

Why do Michael Keaton's comments delight me? Because he's not a jerk about the superhero genre, even if it might not be his thing.

The post Michael Keaton Hasn’t Really Seen Comic Book Movies and Good For Him first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Gaming, boyfriend dungeon, indie games, RPGs

Boyfriend Dungeon, Content Warnings, and the Complexity of Being a Marginalized Creator

the many people you can date in the boyfriend dungeon game

'Boyfriend Dungeon' is a new independent game that has been trending lately due to a lot of discussion about content warnings and triggering content.

The post Boyfriend Dungeon, Content Warnings, and the Complexity of Being a Marginalized Creator first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, Books, cover design, Stephanie Meyer, Twilight

The Twilight Saga Is Getting New(Ish) Covers Almost 20 Years Later, and From a Design Perspective, These Are Not Great

Broken text reads "I'm very confused" over image of Edward and Bella

These new Twilight Saga covers look like when you put some text and images in a pdf or slideshow and then open them in a new program for the first time.

The post The Twilight Saga Is Getting New(Ish) Covers Almost 20 Years Later, and From a Design Perspective, These Are Not Great first appeared on The Mary Sue.
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