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Rippaverse Returns: Alphacore #2 Brings Justice, Corruption, and Chaos to Florespark — Pre-Orders Open Oct. 9th
Rippaverse Publishing, founded by Eric D. July, is officially back in action. Following the success of Alphacore #1, the independent publisher has announced pre-orders for Alphacore #2 — the next installment in the gritty, character-driven superhero police series that blends traditional heroics with modern law-and-order storytelling.
Golden Globes Add First-Ever Best Podcast Category for 2026 Awards
The Golden Globes have followed through on their promise to introduce a category for Best Podcast of the Year. Penske Media Corporation-owned data firm Luminate (which also owns the Golden Globes, Deadline, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and other media trades) determined the top 25 podcasts eligible for the new category.
Media Pushes Unverified Ghost of Yotei Sales Claim Based on Tweet from Small “Insider” Account — Sony, Sucker Punch Stay Silent
Ghost of Yotei sales rumors have gained traction despite no official confirmation from Sony or Sucker Punch.
In the days since Ghost of Yotei’s launch, gaming headlines have been buzzing with claims that the title sold 1.3 million copies in its first 24 hours. The problem? That number appears to come from a single unverified tweet.
Reservations Opening Soon for Behind the Seeds: Glimmering Greenhouse Tour at EPCOT
Reservations for the “Behind the Seeds” tour at EPCOT are opening October 9th. The one-hour walking tour will run from November 28th through December 30, 2025 as a part of EPCOT’s 2025 International Festival of the Holidays. There will be three nightly sessions at 6 PM, 7 PM, and a new addition for this year, 8 PM.
The Rock Responds to The Smashing Machine Bombing: “You Can’t Control Box Office Results”
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has finally spoken out after suffering the worst box office opening of his career. His A24 drama The Smashing Machine — which opened to just $5.9 million domestically — marked a new box office low for one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars.
There’s a Chance You Could Stay in the Cinderella Castle Suite Inside Magic Kingdom
For most visitors, staying inside Disney’s Cinderella Castle is more fantasy than reality. Yet under certain conditions the exclusive Cinderella Castle Suite — located within the walls of Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World — can become accessible. In recent years, sweepstakes and charitable campaigns have offered a small number of people the chance to stay there.
Cracker Barrel Cuts Ties with Prophet Consulting Firm After Backlash to Failed Rebrand
Cracker Barrel has officially ended its relationship with Prophet, the San Francisco–based consulting firm responsible for guiding the restaurant chain’s controversial rebrand. The decision follows weeks of public criticism, a sharp decline in stock value, and mounting pressure for the company to restore its traditional image.
Jimmy Kimmel Ratings Crater, Drops 85% of Key Viewers Since Return to Late Night Disney TV
“Don’t call it a comeback…” because it isn’t one. Ratings for Jimmy Kimmel Live! have absolutely cratered since the controversial partisan host’s returned to the Disney-owned ABC late-night lineup.
5 Canceled Celebrities Who Never Got the Jimmy Kimmel Comeback Treatment from Hollywood Elites
Freedom of speech is supposed to be universal — especially in entertainment, where pushing boundaries and exploring ideas used to be the very purpose of art. But in Hollywood, any number of canceled celebrities will tell you that free expression is conditional.
Surprise Live Debut of “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters Hits on SNL Season Premiere
On October 4, 2025, NBC aired the Season 51 premiere of Saturday Night Live. While the episode was hosted by Bad Bunny and featured Doja Cat as the scheduled musical guest, it also included an unannounced performance tied to KPop Demon Hunters, a Netflix animated musical film released earlier this year.
Animal Kingdom Now Down to Just Five Rides as Disney World Continues to Charge Full Price for Admission
Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom just got even smaller. With Kali River Rapids officially closing for refurbishment today, October 6, 2025, guests visiting the park are finding themselves with only five operating rides in the entire park — and shockingly short wait times across the board.
Elon Musk Backs Congressman’s Push for Investigation into Netflix Over Paranormal Park Pushing Gender Identity on Children
Elon Musk is backing a congressional investigation into whether Netflix is pushing gender ideology onto children. What started as a viral social media exchange has now turned into a potential congressional matter. The billionaire CEO is backing a Tennessee lawmaker’s effort to question Netflix over Dead End: Paranormal Park, a show that featured a main character that identifies with a gender that differs from birth. The show was marketed toward children as young as 7.