Charles breaks 2 WNBA records as Dream clinch

Tina Charles became the WNBA's all-time leader in rebounds and double-doubles, and the Dream topped the Liberty to clinch the final playoff spot Thursday night.

Aaron Rodgers throws first MetLife touchdown as a New York Jet

Allen Lazard caught the touchdown to open scoring vs. New England Patriots.

Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender has found its Toph

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It’s not clear how much of Avatar: The Last Airbender’s story Netflix will fit into the next season of its live-action adaptation, but we now know who will be portraying the series’ take on Toph.

During Netflix’s ongoing Geeked Week event, the streamer announced that Miya Cech (Beef, American Girl: Corinne Tan) has been cast as Toph Beifong, the blind earthbending prodigy whose unique skills end up making her a formidable part of Team Avatar.

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Netflix teases its animated Splinter Cell series

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It’s been quite some time since we heard anything about Netflix’s animated adaptation of Splinter Cell — but the streamer has finally provided some details on the show. The reveal comes in the form of a very brief teaser trailer, which shows a little bit of the show, but mostly showcases Liev Schreiber’s gravelly take on lead character Sam Fisher. We also have a proper name now: it’s called Splinter Cell: Deathwatch.

The show is being written by Derek Kolstad,...

Netflix’s Devil May Cry series starts streaming in April

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It doesn’t look like Dante has lost a step for his upcoming animated series. Netflix just released a new trailer for its Devil May Cry adaptation, and it includes the kind of absurd, over-the-top demon-hunting action that has made Capcom’s games so beloved. That means big swords, motorcycle chases, dual-wielding pistols, and... guns hidden in pizza boxes. Even better: we now know when the series will start streaming. The show will hit Netflix in April 2025.

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N.C. Governor Race Jolted by CNN Report That Mark Robinson Called Himself a ‘Black Nazi’

Mr. Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor of North Carolina, vowed to stay in the race and sought to deny the report, which also said he had defended slavery in online posts years ago.

Just 34 Beauty Items Now That You’re Switching From Summer Mermaid Vibes To Moody Fall Vibes

Including a pumpkin enzyme face mask, warm and dramatic eyeshadow palettes, and even a makeup sponge shaped like a ghost.

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31 Foolproof Gifts That Even Your Pickiest Friends Will Appreciate

Maintain your status as a great gift giver.

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28 Pairs Of Shoes Reviewers Say Make It Feel Like You’re "Walking On Clouds"

I'm fairly confident you'll find the walking shoe of your dreams in this post, whether it be a sneaker, sandal, boot, or flat.

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35 Ways To Make Long Flights Less Agonizing

It's time to book an overseas vacation. You got this.

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21 Surprisingly Easy Ways People Are Saving More Money In 2024

"It has made me way more frugal in every aspect of my life."

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Can You Pass This SUPER Difficult Round Of Grammar-Themed "Jeopardy!"?

"I" before "e," except after what...

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30 Problem-Solving Home Products That Will Feel Like Life Hacks This Fall

Prepare to develop a serious superiority complex now that you and your partner are sleeping through the night and not fighting about the thermostat overnight.

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36 Products To Help You Get That Fresh Start Feeling Even If You're Not Going Back To School

???? This could be the start of something new ???? — High School Musical (and probably you, too)

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Dream's Charles breaks all-time rebounds mark

Dream center Tina Charles became the WNBA's all-time leader in rebounds, grabbing her record-breaking 4,007th board in the first quarter Thursday night against the Liberty.

Ohtani becomes first 50/50 player in MLB history

The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to reach the 50/50 club on Thursday by stealing two bases and hitting three home runs in a 6-for-6 performance against the Marlins.

Shohei Ohtani blasts into MLB 50/50 club as founding member with Dodgers

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made MLB history with 50 homers and 50 steals in the same season.

A year ago, Ronald Acuña Jr. became the founding member of Major League Baseball’s 40/70 club, belting 40 home runs and swiping 70 bases in a historic season.

Shohei Ohtani has now become the founding member of another historic baseball club.

Thanks to his 50th home run this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar is now the first player in MLB history to hit 50 home runs, and steal...

Diana Taurasi’s former coach weighs in on her potential WNBA retirement

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New York Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello coached Taurasi for 8 seasons on the Phoenix Mercury.

It’s well known that Diana Taurasi could be playing her last WNBA regular season game tonight. The Phoenix Mercury social media admins have certainly hinted at the possibility, spearheading an “If this is it” campaign and posting a tribute video to her earlier on Thursday.

While Taurasi herself has been noncommittal, rumors have swirled...

Israel Strikes Hezbollah as Nasrallah Vows Retribution

The Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, did not say how his group would respond to attacks on hand-held devices, which killed dozens when pagers and walkie-talkies exploded.

US online passport renewal is now fully open for business

The Verge’s Sean Hollister picking up his new passport at the post office. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge

If you read my colleague Sean Hollister’s positive experience renewing his US passport online through a beta website from the State Department — without needing to ship his old passport — I have good news for you: that experience is now available for everyone. You can access it right here.

“Instead of printing a paper application and mailing it with a check,...