Why Clint Eastwood’s 40-Year-Old Supernatural Western Still Holds Up

Clint Eastwoodfirst gained stardom with the role of Rowdy Yates, a former Confederate States Army corporal and veteran of the American Civil War, on the Western television seriesRawhide, which aired on CBS between 1959 and 1965, over eight seasons. Eastwood’s contract forRawhiderestricted Eastwood, who stayed with the show throughout its run, from appearing in feature films that were produced in the United States. However, Eastwood’s contract did permit Eastwood to accept film roles in Europe, where he gained film stardom as the Man with no Name in Sergio Leone’sDollars Trilogyfilm series, beginning withA Fistful of Dollars, which was released overseas in 1964 but went unreleased in North America until 1967....

July 19, 2025 · 5 min · 993 words · Donna Taylor

Why Fantastic Beasts Needs to Be 5 Movies According to J.K. Rowling

Warner Bros. held a global fan event for the upcomingHarry Potterspin-offFantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, which moves the magical action across the pond to America, set 70 years before the events of theHarry Potterbooks and movies. AuthorJ.K. Rowlingmade the surprise announcement at the event that there will actually be fiveFantastic Beastsmovies, two more than the trilogy that had already been announced. Shortly after the event, the author took to Twitter, where she teased why this new franchise needs to be expanded....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Jessica Cole

Xiaomi 12 series goes global: Flagship Xiaomi 12 Pro leads the charge

The Xiaomi 12 series, launched in China at the turn of the year, has now seen its official global launch, meaning they’re coming very soon to a store near you. There are three devices in the family, with theXiaomi 12 Ultraremaining a rumour for the time being. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is the top-level device, powered by theSnapdragon 8 Gen 1and with a large 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED display. There’s a trio of cameras on the rear, each offering 50-megapixels and promising to redefine the photography experience....

July 19, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Bailey Pacheco

“I don’t think there are many people who can do that”: Tite Kubo’s Bleach Editor Made a Startling Revelation About the Mangaka That Not Even Oda or Kishimoto Can Achieve

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed The exhilarating comeback ofBleachin 2022 with the Thousand Year Blood War arc is one of the best things that has happened in the shonen sphere in recent years. Despite the criticism thatBleachgets, one thing Tite Kubo has done excellently is creating cool characters. Even the side characters are the epitome of coolness, with their distinctive traits and motivations, whether good or evil....

July 19, 2025 · 4 min · 760 words · Angelica Lynch

“See, they didn’t need me”: Gears of War Creator Cliff Bleszinski Has High Hopes and Multiple Chills After Seeing the ‘Back to basics’ Gears of War E-Day Reveal

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Fans got excited after one of the highlights during the Xbox Games Showcase turned out to beGears of War E-Day. It’s not exactly what they expected out of the series, but it will explore Emergence Day, the event that gave rise to the narrative as we know it. The first three games featuring the beloved protagonist, Marcus Fenix, were developed by American video game designer Cliff Bleszinski....

July 19, 2025 · 4 min · 803 words · Brian Tucker

10 Apple Watch Features That Will Help You Stay In Shape

10 Apple Watch Features That Will Help You Stay In Shape Wearables haven’t quite taken off the way we might have hoped but one device has managed to gain a foothold… or, perhaps more accurately, a handhold. But theApple Watchhas managed to succeed where other wearables, even other smart watches, haven’t. Part of its success is its existing and familiar infrastructure, as well as a wide range of useful apps....

July 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2229 words · Bernard Young

10 great gift ideas for a smarter home

Welcome to the latest edition of iDB’s ongoing Gift Ideas series, where we provide curated roundups of some of our favorite products. Throughout the year we cover and test a number of devices and accessories, so we decided to use that experience to help those searching for the perfect present. Today’s roundup is focused on gift ideas that help make homes smarter. Amazon Echo Amazon’s smart Echo speaker with Alex Voice Service is one of the few breakout tech products this year....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 1002 words · Rebekah Thomas

2023’s Best Video Game Hidden Gems

2023 was a colossal year for games, both AAA and indie. You had games like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Resident Evil 4 Remake prove a lot for their respective audiences, and games like Sea of Stars and Dredge showed that indie devs can truly stand toe to toe with larger budgets. With all that being said, the massive influx of games has left a lot of games unnoticed yet still well deserving of attention....

July 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1107 words · David Smith

29% Of People Think This Brand Makes The Most Reliable Pickup Trucks

29% Of People Think This Brand Makes The Most Reliable Pickup Trucks - Exclusive Survey Consumers in the U.S. have a fair number of different brands to choose from when it comes to buying a pickup truck, but that’s only part of the story. Brand loyalty drives many consumers' purchases, and the debate about which automaker produces the most reliable trucks can become heated quickly. Some pickups have been on the market for many years, most notably the Ford F-150, which is even now available in amore eco-friendly form....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Elizabeth Bailey

6 Best Google Chrome Dino Game Alternatives in 2020

6 Best Google Chrome Dino Game Alternatives in 2020 you may find tons of easter eggs and creative ways Google makes internet surfing interesting. One such easter egg is the Google Chrome Dino (T-rex) game which pops up when you attempt to open a website and don’t have an active internet connection. Chrome Dinosaur is all about infinite running gameplay where you jump over and dodge obstacles with basic up/down arrows....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 1024 words · Robert Gonzalez

6 easy ways I free up space on my Samsung phone without losing files

While most Android flagships now come with a minimum of 256GB of internal storage, I still somehow end up running out of space occasionally. If you’ve been using your Samsung phone for a while, chances are you’ve also encountered the dreaded “storage almost full” notification. I’ve encountered this more times than I can count, especially since most Samsung Galaxy flagships no longer include amicroSD cardslot. But over the years, I’ve found afew tricksthat help me free up space on my phone without deleting anything important....

July 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1369 words · Kristopher Bowman

Apex Legends tips and tricks for beginners

A selection of tips and tricks for new players to Apex Legends. Simple tips to give you the gaming edge. Essential things to know and basic tips There are a few things worth knowing before you dive in, even the basics can make a big difference: There is no fall damage Use this knowledge to your advantage by getting the height advantage on enemies, then jumping down to evade danger....

July 18, 2025 · 15 min · 3031 words · Kenneth Shea

Apple Drops Controversial Plans To Scan iCloud Uploads For CSAM

Apple Drops Controversial Plans To Scan iCloud Uploads For CSAM In a recent reversal of policy, Apple has announced the company will not be searching data stored on iCloud for material related to child sexual abuse and other illegal acts. The news follows multiple complex challenges Apple has faced related to data storage and user rights as they pertain to law enforcement. Most famously, the company refused to decrypt the iPhone of the accused San Bernardino shooter in 2016, sparking a lengthy legal battle with the FBI....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Dean Nguyen