The Thursday Edition - Dec 29, 2022
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Big on the Internet, Brigham Young University, legos, Mormon, racism, religion, tiktok

I Regret To Inform You That TikTok Found the Worst Lego Knockoffs

Emmet looking DISGUSTED in the Lego Movie. Image: Warner Bros. Discovery.
The more I see them, the more I want to scream.
Movies, filming, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Hide From Homepage, Knives Out 2, zillow, Zillow Gone Wild

Where Is the ‘Glass Onion’ House? Pisceshite Island, Explained

Daniel Craig in Glass Onion
The Glass Onion, with its sweeping coastal colors and bright clothing, is such a visual shift from Knives Out—
Big on the Internet, lifestyle, New Year's Eve, New Year's Resolutions

Some Helpful Tips To Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick

Phoebe Waller-Bridge raises a glass in a scene from 'Fleabag' season 2
Another New Year, another round of resolutions. The thing about resolutions is that, in reality, people focus more on the end product when what they need to focus on is the creation of habits that yield long term results. If you’re looking to make 2023 your year, here are some tips to help turn your resolutions into changes that will last.
Big on the Internet, AI art theft, archive of our own, fanfiction, Fanfiction.net, intellectual property theft, theft, writers

Publishing House ‘Plush Books’ Accused of Stealing Dozens of Fanfiction Works

frustrated woman
Plush Books suddenly debuted on the publishing scene in 2022, with 145 books published in a ridiculously short amount of time. They claim to "publish high quality works with years of creative output and research." While a large number of their books are cookbooks, many of 'their works' appear to be fanfictions taken directly from AO3 or FanFiction.net, unedited, unaltered, with no credit (or profit) being given to the original writers of the fanfics.
Big on the Internet, Benoit Blanc, Daniel Craig, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Twitter, Twitter memes

These Priceless Memes Prove Benoit Blanc Should Be in Every Movie

Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc in a pool in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery
Now we can all imagine Benoit Blanc popping up in all of our favorite movies.
TV, documentaries, Marvel Comics, Stan Lee

Everything We Know About Disney’s Stan Lee Documentary

stan lee
Here's everything we know about Stan Lee, the documentary coming to Disney Plus in 2023.
News, Morrissey, music, politics

Why Is Everyone Mad at Morrissey Again?

Classic black and white headshot of the singer Morrissey.
Once again, Morrissey is in the news, which means once again, people will be asking: Who is this guy, and why is everyone groaning when I say his name?
Movies, Hide From Homepage, Horror, tattoos

Honor Your Favorite Horror Movie Icons With These Tattoo Ideas

Jennifer (Megan Fox) holds a lighter to her tongue as she talks on the phone in 'Jennifer's Body'
Being a horror fan can manifest in many ways, including getting tattoos of your horror movie favorites.
TV, Erin Kellyman, LGBTQIA, Willow

‘Willow’ Actor Erin Kellyman Talks About Queer Role Models Onscreen

Erin Kellyman as Jade in 'Willow,' riding a horse.
Kellyman's story is yet another example of how life-changing it can be to see yourself represented onscreen.
News, Bill Cosby, law

Bill Cosby Was Found Guilty of Sexual Assault, So Why Is He Going on Tour?

Bill Cosby following the reading of a court verdict.
Wasn't Cosby convicted of sexual assault and sentenced to prison? Did he already serve his sentence? Not quite.
Anime, anime, Hide From Homepage, Naruto

Does Kakashi Die In ‘Naruto’? The Answer Is a Little Complicated

Kakashi in the anime series 'Naruto'
Here's everything you need to know about the powerful Copy ninja and his epic battle with the Pain ninja.
Comics, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Comics, Thor

What Is the Seventh Infinity Stone? The Newest Addition to Marvel Canon, Explained

Josh Brolin as Thanos in 'Avengers: Infinity War'
After over 40 years of there being six Infinity Stones in the Marvel Universe, Marvel Comics has confirmed the existence of a seventh Stone. Here's everything we know about it.
TV, carl grimes, Chandler Riggs, Hide From Homepage, Horror, The Walking Dead

What Episode Does Carl Die in ‘The Walking Dead’? Answered

Rick, Carl, & Michonne in The Walking Dead season 8
Carl's character was the heart of the show (whether you think so or not) and had so much story left to tell.
Movies, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Knives Out, Twitter

Twitter Is Fan Casting the Next ‘Knives Out’ Movie

The characters of Glass Onion stand in Miles Bron's living room.
There's no official casting announcement for Knives Out 3 yet, but the good people of Twitter are taking matters into their own hands!
Movies, Disney, The Little Mermaid

Here’s What To Expect From Disney’s Next Live-Action Remake

Halle Bailey as Ariel in 'The Little Mermaid'.
She’s gearing up to be a part of our world and we’re seated and ready to see it. Here's all you need to know about the upcoming Disney film.
Books, fatphobia, plus size, romance novels, tropes

Can We All Agree to Let These Toxic Plus-Size Romance Novel Tropes Die?

Aidy Bryant and Oscar Isaac Perfect Romance SNL
Because when you are plus-size, you are still sexy and worthy of love—in romantic fiction and in real life.
Movies, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery

Are There Actually Any Plot Holes in ‘Glass Onion’ or Were You Just Not Paying Attention?

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022). (L-R) Kate Hudson as Birdie and Jessica Henwick as Peg. Cr. John Wilson/Netflix © 2022.
Not every plot hole is actually a plot hole. Were you paying attention during 'Glass Onion'? Let's dig in.
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