Iké Boys review: If you love kaiju so much, why not just be one?

September 26th, 2021 09:15 PM

A clip from Iké Boys, now playing at Fantastic Fest 2021. Iké Boys, the debut feature from writer/director Eric McEver enjoying a world premiere at Fantastic Fest this week, will feel like a secret handshake to certain people who grew up in the late 1980s or the 1990s. In a prestreaming era when Saturday morning cartoons and after-school kids' programming still meant reliable ratings, a wave of pop culture born in Japan was brought over to the US in the hope of finding a new audience. Many,...

Facebook is ‘pausing’ work on Instagram kids app after widespread criticism

September 27th, 2021 07:07 AM

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Instagram says it’s “pausing” development of what’s been dubbed “Instagram Kids” — a version of the photo-sharing app aimed at children under 13. Instagram chief Adam Mosseri announced the news in a blog post today, saying that the Facebook-owned company would continue to work on parental-supervised experiences for younger internet users. In the blog post and a series of accompanying tweets, Mosseri blames the media and critics for misunderstanding...

How to Stage the Attic When You're Trying to Sell Your House

September 26th, 2021 12:00 PM

There’s a lot to think about when your house is on the market, including how to stage it. Maybe your home is already perfectly organized, decorated in neutrals, and devoid of any personal photos. But for everyone else, staging your home is work.

China: 2 Canadians in prisoner swap freed for health reasons

September 27th, 2021 07:21 AM

China's Foreign Ministry says that two Canadians who were detained in late 2019 but have been allowed to return to Canada were released on bail for health reasons

Hamlin wins NASCAR Cup Series round in Vegas

September 27th, 2021 08:46 AM

An exasperated Denny Hamlin earned his first career victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday night, holding off Chase Elliott and kicking off the second round of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs with his second win in September.

It Is Not Just Gymnasts. We Are Failing Sexual Assault Victims Across the Country.

September 27th, 2021 07:32 AM

The Nasser case highlights a nationwide problem.

The social life of a vampire bat

September 27th, 2021 07:14 AM

When one thinks of vampire bats, friendship and cooperation may not be among the qualities that come to mind for these blood-feasting creatures of the night. But maybe they should.Scientists have provided a deeper understanding of social relationships among vampire bats, showing how those that have forged bonds akin to “friendships” with others will rendezvous with these buddies while foraging for a meal.Researchers attached small devices to 50 vampire bats to track nighttime foraging in...

Star Wars: Visions’ ‘T0-B1’ nods to Astro Boy to rewire Star Wars’ outlook on droids

September 26th, 2021 09:35 AM

Image: Lucasfilm/Science Saru The episode runs deeper than homage Continue reading…

Wonderbox Is Like Zelda Meets Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker

September 27th, 2021 07:30 AM

I really enjoyed the Captain Toad mini-games in this year’s expanded Switch version of Super Mario 3D World; they gave my mind a welcome reprieve from the frustration of navigating the main adventure’s floaty, 3D platforming. I know Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker has long been a thing, and while I have yet to get…

Dutch PM given extra security amid fears of drug gang attack

September 27th, 2021 07:32 AM

‘Spotters’ were seen scoping out movements of Mark Rutte, who cycles to work in The HagueThe Dutch prime minister, Mark Rutte, who cycles to work in The Hague, has reportedly been given extra personal security in response to raised fears of a kidnapping or attack by organised crime.The decision was made after “spotters” were seen scoping out Rutte’s movements, raising concerns about a possible move by one of the country’s drug gangs. Continue reading...

11 Things You Can Do in watchOS 8 That You Couldn't Do Before

September 27th, 2021 07:30 AM

Apple hasn’t yet released the next-gen Apple Watch Series 7, but the latest annual software upgrade for Apple Watches just landed. The watchOS 8 update, which is available to install right now for Apple Watch Series 3 and later, brings some cool new features that make your old Apple Watch feel instantly upgraded.…

German election: Green Party speaks of 'fantastic campaign'

September 26th, 2021 01:19 PM

Annalena Baerbock said the numbers were "fantastic" for the Green Party in Germany's election.