Washington Post critic Gene Park is pushing back against reports about Marvel’s Wolverine, accusing critics of “misquoting” his article after its description of Wolverine and Sabretooth experiencing “yearning” sparked considerable backlash.
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Halo Bucks the Trend with PRIDE Cosmetics While r/Halo Subreddit Bans Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month Posts
Halo is once again participating in PRIDE month for 2025 while Reddit mods ban users for acknowledging any other themed month for June.
As June begins, a noticeable shift has taken place across the United States. Many companies that previously launched PRIDE Month campaigns with splashy cosmetics, rainbow-themed branding, and celebratory posts have gone silent. Ubisoft, Target, Starbucks, Disney, and others—companies that, in past years, would immediately swap their social media banners or offer limited-time PRIDE content—have so far stayed quiet.
Blake Lively Moves to Withdraw Emotional Distress Claims as Legal Battle With Justin Baldoni Heats Up
The legal saga between Blake Lively and It Ends With Us director and co-star Justin Baldoni took another contentious turn this week, as new court filings reveal Lively is attempting to drop two key claims from her lawsuit—while resisting full dismissal with prejudice.
BREAKING: Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom Closing at End of Fourth of July Weekend
Walt Disney World has officially announced that the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, including the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island, is closing permanently at the end of July 6, 2025, immediately following the Fourth of July weekend.
Corporate America Pulls Back from PRIDE in 2025, No Rainbow Logos from Big Brands as June Starts
As June kicks off across the United States, many Americans have noticed something surprising: corporate social media accounts have remained largely silent about PRIDE Month 2025. In contrast to prior years—where rainbow banners, themed logos, and celebratory messages appeared en masse on June 1—many major brands have yet to make any public acknowledgment of the monthlong observance.
EPCOT Removes Trees at Dreamers Point Seemingly to Clear View for Adults-Only GEO-82 Lounge
With the grand opening of a new adults-only lounge in EPCOT called GEO-82 just a day away, Disney has quietly removed two large trees from Dreamers Point—an area previously celebrated for its contemplative tribute to Walt Disney. The removal has sparked renewed scrutiny of EPCOT’s ongoing transformation, with critics accusing Disney of further sidelining families in favor of catering to childless adult travelers and upscale drinking experiences.
Fortnite Star Wars Crossover Coincides with Lowest Player Count in Two Years
Despite a high-profile crossover with Star Wars, one of the most recognizable franchises in the world, Fortnite has just recorded its lowest average monthly player count in two years. The dip in numbers comes during what should have been a major engagement boost—an expansive Star Wars-themed season currently live in the game, complete with legacy characters, weekly updates, and a culminating live event set for June 7.
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing Permanently August 2025 After 16 Years of Thrills
Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, the iconic roller coaster towering over the entrance of Universal Studios Florida, will be permanently closing on August 18, 2025. The attraction’s impending retirement was first hinted at in late 2024, but the official closing date is now confirmed.
Mark Hamill Says It’s Time for Star Wars to Move On From Luke Skywalker
Mark Hamill may be ready to leave the lightsaber behind for good. In a recent interview promoting his upcoming film The Life of Chuck, the Star Wars legend reflected on his time playing Luke Skywalker—and indicated that it may be time for the galaxy to move on.
George R.R. Martin Lashes Out at Fans in Sarcastic Blog Post Over Not Finishing The Winds of Winter
George R.R. Martin, the fantasy and science fiction writer, whose Song of Ice and Fire series lead to HBO’s mega hit Game of Thrones, vented a bit about the contentious relationship he and his fans have developed in the last 14 years as they wait for his next book, The Winds of Winter.
Disney Hit with Major Layoffs as Hundreds Cut Across Film, TV, and Finance
The Walt Disney Company has initiated another significant wave of layoffs, impacting several hundred employees globally across multiple divisions, according to a new exclusive report from Deadline. The cuts are affecting key areas of Disney Entertainment, including film and television marketing, TV publicity, casting, development, and even parts of the company’s corporate financial operations.
James Gunn Shuts Down Superman vs Fantastic Four Rivalry Talk, Encourages Positivity Instead of “Online Fan Wars”
James Gunn has made it known that he’s not interested in fueling fanboy firestorms. As speculation mounted about competition this summer between Warner Bros.’ Superman and Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps—which are set to release just two weeks apart in 2025—the DC Studios co-head took to social media to put the rumors and rivalries to rest.
Black Panther Game Reportedly Spent Four Years in Pre-Production Before Being Canceled by EA
Last week, Electronic Arts confirmed the cancellation of its Black Panther game and the closure of developer Cliffhanger Games. Now, thanks to new reporting from Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, we finally know why the project was scrapped—and it wasn’t a creative dispute or a Marvel license issue.
According to sources close to the matter, the studio simply couldn’t get the Black Panther game out of pre-production after nearly four years of internal development.