Abigail’s Most Surprising Actor Also Starred In This Year’s Big $396M Blockbuster Sequel

Summary Highly rated horror-comedyAbigailfeatured some impressive performances across the board, but perhaps its most surprising actor also featured in a near-$400 million blockbuster. When it debuted in theaters, Abigailwas not an immediate hit, making just $42 million against a $28 million budget. Nevertheless, the performances ofAbigail’s stacked castwere uniformly praised. While Melissa Barrera and Dan Stevens stand out as the leads of the kidnapping crew, other actors play an important role....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 726 words · Ruben Harris

AI Helps Me With My Schoolwork, But Doesn't Do It for Me (ChatGPT, NotebookLM)

Quick Links I am a straight-A graduate student with mixed feelings on AI tools. Many people use AI to replace their own efforts in an academic setting. But you can use AI to assist your learning, add efficiency to research, and improve your studies. Start In-Depth Research With ChatGPT Most of these tips are more for learning content than for help with homework. Thankfully, you can findmany AI tools for homework helpas well....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 1005 words · Angela Howe

AI on Android isn't worth buying into just yet

Often, you’ll find that smartphone marketing is well ahead of the actual features companies like to advertise. Take 5G as an example. Although next-gen networking became widely available on smartphones in 2019, many carriers didn’t provide these speeds to all users right away. Even five years later, you’ll still find rural areas where you’re forced to rely on LTE for internet connection, no matter which of thebest 5G phonesyou actually own....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 931 words · Susan Huerta

Anker Soundcore Motion X600 review: A portable Bluetooth boombox

While many fine Bluetooth speakers are out there, most are just for personal use. Or, at best, for providing background music for a small gathering. The Soundcore Motion X600 is in the minority of Bluetooth offerings insofar as it has the power to keep the music going for a pool party, backyard BBQ, or a gathering of a similar size. There are some limitations with the Soundcore Motion X600, but it can still give many of thebest portable Bluetooth speakersa run for their money....

June 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1464 words · Amber Green

Below Deck Med: Ellie's Is Starting To Shed Her Villain Status (Are She & Bri No Longer Feuding?)

Summary Below Deck Mediterraneanseason 9’s Ellie Dubaich has been going through some major issues aboard Mustique, but her behavior in the most recent episode made it seem like she may no longer be the villain of the season. Ellie, who has been working in the yachting industry for nearly a decade, was excited for the opportunity to work onBelow Deck Mediterraneanseason 9. The stew has been working in the yachting industry for years, and shared early on in the season that she was hopeful she’d be able to use the charter season to advance her career moving forward....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1120 words · Amanda Lambert

Best Amazon Echo Show 8 mounts and stands in 2025

Best Amazon Echo Show 8 mounts and stands in 2025 Amazon’sEcho Show smart displaysare the perfect gateway into the convenience of the Alexa voice control ecosystem. TheEcho Show 8represents the best all-around and most versatile choice for most people, as it has a good blend of screen resolution, sound quality, and camera performance. Plus, its 1280 x 800 display is sharp for its 8-inch size, and the 13MP camera is great for video calls....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 1000 words · James Solomon DVM

Best chess games you can play on your phone

Board games cover a lot of ground; they can be as simple as checkers, or as complex as Monopoly. They can even revolve around the collection of cards, such as in Magic the Gathering. Ironically, many board games these days don’t even need a board, just acontemporary Android tablet. We’ve shortlistedthe most vibrant games on Android, but when it comes to that, chess is king. It challenges the full capacity of your intelligence, your ability to plan and think multiple turns ahead....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 1012 words · Casey Jones

Daily Themed Mini Crossword August 04, 2025 Answers (6/8/25)

Our Daily Themed Mini Crossword June 06, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The Daily Themed Mini Crossword is a fun and challenging puzzle that is published daily. It features a small grid with clues for each word, which must be filled in to complete the puzzle. The puzzles are based on a theme, which can range from pop culture to history, geography, and more....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Rebecca Alvarez

Did You Know Copilot Has Plugins? Try These 4 Now

Quick Links Copilot itself is a powerful tool, but what if you could use plugins to make it more useful? Similar to how ChatGPT previously introduced plugins to boost its functionality, Microsoft Copilot now features several plugins that significantly increase what you can do with the tool. What Are Microsoft Copilot Plugins? Microsoft Copilot plugins connect Copilot with other apps and services, allowing users to find flights and products, create music, and order groceries....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 498 words · Christopher Haley

Did You Know Roku Offers Smart Home Security? Here's Why I Use It

Quick Links If you’re considering upgrading your home security, you’ve probably come across Roku smart home devices. I took the plunge and found out that I love Roku smart home security. Here’s why you might enjoy it, too. There Are Tons of Roku Smart Home Products One of the biggest issues with many smart home brands is that they just don’t offer enough products. The Apple Homepod is a compelling buy, for example, but the fact that Apple only produces a few smart products is a deterrent for some....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 714 words · Ryan Freeman

Dune: Prophecy's Book Accuracy Explained By EP Jordan Goldberg

Dune: Prophecyexecutive producer Jordan Goldberg explains how accurate the streaming series is to the books. Taking place 10,000 years beforeDune,the prequel is set long before the rise of Paul Atreidesas seen in Denis Villeneuve’sDuneandDune: Part Twoadaptations of Frank Herbert’s original novel.Dune: Prophecy’s main cast of charactersare Valya Harkonnen (Emily Watson), Tula Harkonnen (Olivia Williams), Empress Natalya (Jodhi May), Princess Ynez (Sarah-Sofie Boussnina), and Emperor Javicco Corrino (Mark Strong). While speaking withScreen RantatNew York Comic Con,Goldberg clarified thatDune: Prophecyis a close adaptation ofSisterhood of Dune,and its sequels,Mentats of DuneandNavigators of Dune, all of which were written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 554 words · Joseph Maldonado

Early DCEU Justice League Cut Details Revealed By Writer: “Owed A Lot To Back To The Future II”

Summary A formerJustice Leaguemovie writer reveals an influence for his early version of the script for the bigDCEUfilm. James Gunn’supcoming DC Universeis set to debut on screens this year, with the new franchise to officially replacethe DCEU movie timeline. As the DCEU came to an end in 2023, it marked the conclusion of a complicated superhero journey for Warner Bros. Discovery, following numerous regime changes and creative differences over many projects....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 739 words · Ronald Rose

Elemental Grounds Codes (August 2025)

Updated on August 11, 2025– We checked for the latest Elemental Grounds codes! In Roblox Elemental Grounds, players embark on an exciting adventure where they can level up their abilities and unlock powerful skills. By completing fun quests, you’re able to earn spins to help your character grow stronger. With four different stats to explore, everything in the game gets better as you progress. Are you ready to unleash your elemental powers and become a true hero?...

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 319 words · Robin Townsend