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Big on the Internet, GOP, queer representation, tws

Things We Saw Today: The GOP Continues Grossness, Brings Back Smoking Indoors to the Capitol

An ashtray full of cigarettes

Because Republican lawmakers in Congress love to take trolling to the lowest level imaginable, they have lifted restrictions on smoking indoors in the Capitol building. This means that they are now free to suck and puff on as many cigars and cigarettes inside their offices as they so choose.

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Books, British Royal Family, prince harry, Spare

‘Spare’ Is Not Even CLOSE to ‘the Weirdest Book Ever Written by a Royal’

Prince Harry's chin with a close cropped ginger beard, his neck and then the word spare in white capitalised text

According to the BBC Prince Harry's autobiography, Spare is the "weirdest book ever written by a royal" but we're here to inform you that no, no it's not. In fact, it's not even close to the weirdest.

The post ‘Spare’ Is Not Even CLOSE to ‘the Weirdest Book Ever Written by a Royal’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Hide From Homepage, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Comics, Sadie Sink

Marvel: Who Is Songbird? Sadie Sink’s Rumored X-Men Character, Explained

Sadie Sink as Max in Stranger Things and Thunderbolts' Songbird in Marvel Comics

Sadie Sink could be the latest 'Stranger Things' star to star in the MCU. Here's what you need to know about her rumored MCU role as the Thunderbolts team member, Songbird.

The post Marvel: Who Is Songbird? Sadie Sink’s Rumored X-Men Character, Explained appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, Alex Jones, Hide From Homepage, infowars

Who, What, and Why Is Alex Jones?

Alex Jones of Infowars looking bummed.

Who exactly is this scumbag? Where did he come from? Where did he go? One can only hope that he will be an unfortunate blip in history, just like Cotton Eyed Joe.

The post Who, What, and Why Is Alex Jones? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Hide From Homepage, Horror, horror movies

Upcoming Horror Movies in 2023 to Get Excited About

deadite in Evil Dead Rise

Hollywood is lining its pockets with our love of horror, we're in for a wild start to 2023.

The post Upcoming Horror Movies in 2023 to Get Excited About appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, drama, Hide From Homepage, Showtime, Yellowjackets (series)

Everything You Need To Know About Yellowjackets Season 2 (No Ritual Sacrifice Required)

Christina Ricci and Elijah Wood in Yellowjackets season 2

Gather round the bonfire, Yellowjackets fanatics and devotees. It's time to dance for joy because we finally have some good information about Yellowjackets Season 2.

The post Everything You Need To Know About Yellowjackets Season 2 (No Ritual Sacrifice Required) appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, The Last of Us, The Last of Us (TV series)

10 Shows and Movies Like ‘The Last of Us’

Whether you're in the mood for a zombie story, a survival thriller, or some chilling body horror, these movies and shows will appeal to fans of 'The Last of Us.'

The post 10 Shows and Movies Like ‘The Last of Us’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, The Last of Us

The NYC Event for ‘The Last of Us’ Was an Incredible 2003 Time Capsule

a sign that said look for the light at the nyc event for the last of us

Overall, the event was so much fun and something that really brought the brilliance of the show and the game together for fans to explore. I just wish I could have one of those beanies the Fireflies wore because they rule!

The post The NYC Event for ‘The Last of Us’ Was an Incredible 2003 Time Capsule appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, chucky, m3gan

M3GAN and Another Terrifying Doll Are Beefing

A queen named M3GAN watching out the window

She's now feuding though with another favorite murderous doll.

The post M3GAN and Another Terrifying Doll Are Beefing appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, fancast, marvel, mcu, The Fantastic Four

This Chaotic ‘Fantastic Four’ Fan Casting Sounds Like a Hilarious Train Wreck

the first family of marvel in their weird space glory

A Twitter user asked fans who they would like to see as the iconic team in Marvel's upcoming reboot. One response conjured thoughts of a hilarious train wreck that could only play out in a very specific sort of fever dream.

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Movies, Gerard Butler, Mike Colter, Plane

REVIEW: ‘Plane’ Is a Surprisingly Fun Time

Gerard Butler and Mike Coulter in Plane

We can explore movies like Plane which is truly just one of those moments that is fun and something to suspend your disbelief with for a while.

The post REVIEW: ‘Plane’ Is a Surprisingly Fun Time appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, contributor, Dungeons & Dragons, Tabletop Gaming, Wizards of the Coast

‘The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game’? These Publishers Are Leading the Pivot Away From D&D

Pathfinder Roleplaying Game

In response to Wizards of the Coast's proposed new Open Game License, two publishers are leading a strong pivot away from Dungeons & Dragons altogether.

The post ‘The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game’? These Publishers Are Leading the Pivot Away From D&D appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, music, Willow

Every End Credits Song in ‘Willow’ on Disney+, Ranked

Elora Danan (Ellie Bamber) in 'Willow'

The choice to end every episode of 'Willow' on Disney+ with a pop song is pretty weird, and I love it. Here's every song they use, ranked worst to best!

The post Every End Credits Song in ‘Willow’ on Disney+, Ranked appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, pokemon, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet

Despite the Valid Criticisms, I’m Loving ‘Pokémon Scarlet’

The crocostimpy looks a lot like Koraidon from Pokemon Scarlet.

Although the criticisms against the new Pokémon games are warranted, there's a lot more to enjoy about them than you might think.

The post Despite the Valid Criticisms, I’m Loving ‘Pokémon Scarlet’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Janelle Monáe, Rian Johnson

Did You Notice This Little Detail in ‘Glass Onion’?

GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY (2022) Janelle Monáe as Andi and Kathryn Hahn as Claire. Cr: John Wilson/NETFLIX

Were you an eagle-eyed viewer? Did you see this and clock what it meant? Or is this news to you?

The post Did You Notice This Little Detail in ‘Glass Onion’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Disney Channel, Phineas and Ferb

‘Phineas and Ferb’ Return for Two More Summers of New Episodes

Vincent Martella as Phineas and Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Ferb in Phineas and Ferb

The highly rated and beloved Disney Channel original series Phineas and Ferb is coming back to Disney with two brand new seasons totaling 40 episodes. Here's what we know about the revival.

The post ‘Phineas and Ferb’ Return for Two More Summers of New Episodes appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, Dungeons & Dragons, RPG, Tabletop Gaming

The Best ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Alternatives

DnD Alternatives: Best Games Like Dungeons and Dragons

Whether you're looking for a sword-and-sorcery fantasy game, a woodland-based adventure, a world of vampires and werewolves, or a sneaky rogue game where crime is the point, there's a vast number of titles to suit your needs.

The post The Best ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Alternatives appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Books, Dr. Seuss, racism

Dr. Seuss Reading Halted After Student Realizes the Book Is About Racism

A teacher sitting on a beanbag chair reads from a picture book to children gathered around her.

Any educator worth their salt will tell you that one of the best things that can happen in a classroom is a student going off-book.

The post Dr. Seuss Reading Halted After Student Realizes the Book Is About Racism appeared first on The Mary Sue.

News, Justin Roiland, Rick and Morty

‘Rick and Morty’ Creator Justin Roiland Accused of Grooming as Domestic Violence Charges Surface

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JULY 24: Producer Justin Roiland speaks onstage during the Adult Swim: Rick and Morty panel at the Turner Broadcasting portion of the 2013 Summer Television Critics Association tour at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 24, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

Why is the Rick and Morty creator trending in the news? If you're thinking "that can't be good," that's because it, uh, isn't.

The post ‘Rick and Morty’ Creator Justin Roiland Accused of Grooming as Domestic Violence Charges Surface appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, #MeToo Movement, HBO Max, Mindy Kaling, Scooby-Doo, Velma

What Is ‘Velma’ DOING With This Awful #MeToo ‘Joke’?

Velma holds a frying pan with Fred and Velma's father in the background.

Velma, the HBO Max adult cartoon about the best detective in Mystery Inc., seems to pride itself on having a more "adult," cynical take on the gang of teenage crime solvers. However, that "adult" nature has led to some horrifically tasteless jokes.

The post What Is ‘Velma’ DOING With This Awful #MeToo ‘Joke’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

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