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Downey's Doctor Doom Blocks Stormbreaker Bare-Handed, D23 Drops New "Avengers: Doomsday" Trailer
Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom catches Thor's hammer with his bare hand and summons Sentinel robots — the second trailer unveiled at D23 pushes "Avengers: Doomsday"'s villain to a whole new level.
D23 Stage Twist: Adam Driver Says 'I'm Magneto,' Then Reveals He's Actually Mr. Sinister
Marvel Studios unveiled the core cast for the rebooted X-Men at D23 Expo, led by Sadie Sink and Kit Connor, but it was the way Adam Driver's role got revealed that stole the whole show.
Moon's Shadow to Sweep Over Karnak Temple: 2027's "Eclipse of the Century" Triples the Darkness of This Year's Show
The 2026 eclipse has barely wrapped up, but the real highlights of the "Iberian Peninsula Eclipse Trilogy" are still to come. In 2027, Luxor, Egypt will see totality last a full 6 minutes 23 seconds, while 2028's ring of fire over Brazil will stretch to 10 minutes 27 seconds — neither visible from Taiwan.
Thailand Forest Resort Launches "Reader in Residence": Bring a Book, Get 4 Days 3 Nights Free Stay
Writers get residencies to write books, so when do readers get the chance to actually finish one? Thailand's Kanchanaburi forest resort PRY1 is now accepting applications for a reader residency—four days, three nights, all food and lodging included, plus a 2,000 baht dining credit.
Supreme Condenses Three Decades of Box Logo History Into a Single Leather Jacket
Supreme's Fall/Winter 2026 teaser drops a patchwork leather jacket stitching together classic Box Logos — Bandana, Skull Pile, Arabic, Last Supper — all onto one piece.
The Moment the Mic Cut Out, Dave Chappelle Yelled on Stage: You're Destroying History
Diaspora Calling! festival was forced to cut sound at 11pm sharp due to venue licensing, cutting short the Fugees reunion performance. Host Dave Chappelle confronted staff on the spot, leaving behind a tension-filled moment.
Who's "Son-John Johnson" on Phoebe Bridgers' New Album Credits, Anyway
The full credits for "Lost Weekend" have surfaced, with Alex G, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus all listed — but it's a never-before-seen alias, "Son-John Johnson," that's the most intriguing detail in the whole list.
At Green Day Premiere, Weezer Guitarist Accidentally Spills the Beans on His Own Band's Movie
Asked about the Weezer movie's progress at the "Nimrods" premiere, Brian Bell said "I probably shouldn't say this" — then spilled everything anyway: the film's a wrap, dropping in 2027.
Stick Shift Returns: Porsche 911 Carrera S Saves One Manual Gearbox—Just for North America
The 2027 911 Carrera S introduces the MT Package, pairing a six-speed manual with a 473-hp twin-turbo flat-six engine, exclusively for the North American market, starting at $169,450.
Mike Ashley Bought a 200-Year-Old Institution for the Price of a Sports Car — Can He Actually Save Harvey Nichols This Time?
Frasers Group snapped up Harvey Nichols from administrators for €46 million, but the buyer's track record with Matches Fashion and Flannels makes this deal look more like a gamble than a rescue.
X Just Turned "Am I Shadowbanned?" Into a Downloadable JSON File
X has made a major algorithm code release and launched a new "Under the Hood" feature, letting creators download a record of their account's visibility limitations from the past month — a direct response to years of shadowban speculation.
The Code Holds the Answer: Pokémon Data Mining Uncovers Traces of Ruby and Sapphire
Buried in FireRed & LeafGreen's code is programming that "recognizes" Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald—and combined with the Pokémon Home overhaul and Bank's shutdown timeline, players have already pieced together the porting roadmap themselves.
The 1,600-HP Koenigsegg CCGT1 Still Makes You Work the Clutch Yourself
The sold-out, 70-unit CCGT1 doesn't just resurrect the spirit of Koenigsegg's shelved GT1 racer—it also sneaks a manual shift lever into a hypercar world obsessed with automation. The new Koenigsegg Sequential Shift system still demands a human leg to get moving.
Kith x BMW Chapter IV: One Restored Orange Car Just Spawned an Entire Season's Wardrobe
Ronnie Fieg just finished restoring that Inka Orange 1972 BMW 3.0 CSi, and this time it's more than a tribute — the car's entire color system has been pulled straight into the closet. Dropping globally August 17.
Forget the 700hp headline — Aston Martin's DB12 S is really about earning your trust in the corners
The Aston Martin DB12 S has officially launched in Taiwan, packing 700PS from its twin-turbo V8 — but it's the reworked chassis and brakes that define this "Super Tourer." Pricing starts at NT$14.88 million.
No PS5 Required: Steam Deck Can Now Stream Nearly 4,000 PS5 Games—If You're Subscribed
The third-party app "Asobi: Remote Play" lets Steam Deck stream directly from PS4 and PS5, even offering console-free cloud gaming for nearly 3,970 titles. The catch: you'll need a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription, and the app is still in testing.
Bruichladdich Bottles US Military's WMD Blunder and Navy Submarine Saga—Third-Gen Yellow Submarine Marks 25th Anniversary
The US military once mistook an Islay distillery for a weapons facility, and the Navy later fished a submarine out of nearby waters. Bruichladdich turned both mix-ups into whisky names. Marking its 25th anniversary since reopening, the third-generation "Yellow Submarine" pops up in Xinyi District on August 14.
Sandee Chan Transforms into a Ghostly Nun to Spit Rap Bars — TM Guo 2 Takes 8 Years to Throw a One-Night-Only Hip-Hop Party
THAT'S MY SHHH and Mandopop Workbook reunite after eight years, bringing together Nick Chou, Chen Sianjing, Sam and more at Legacy TERA, with Sandee Chan making her genre-crossing debut on two Cypher theme songs.
Clippers' Alleged Under-the-Table Payments to Kawhi Leonard Nearing Quiet Resolution
Reports suggest the NBA's investigation into the Clippers' alleged off-book payments has wrapped up its fact-finding phase, with parties now negotiating behind closed doors. This saga may end not with punishment, but with a quiet resolution that lets everyone save face.
UNION LA Taps Yasuhiro Mihara's Quieter Side for 35th Anniversary Capsule — Just Five Essentials
Yasuhiro Mihara is known for chunky soles and deconstruction, but his in・stru(mental). line takes a different path. For UNION LA's 35th anniversary collab, both sides dial back their loudest instincts.
This Fallout Pip-Boy Replica Doesn't Just Strap to Your Wrist — It Doubles as a Desk Clock
The Wand Company drops an officially licensed 1:1 recreation of the Pip-Boy 3000 Mk V from the Fallout series, packing in 45+ animations lifted straight from the show, an FM radio, alarm clock functionality, and a metal stand that lets it moonlight as a desktop piece.
GTA VI Trailer Drops on Netflix First — Rockstar Skips YouTube Premiere This Time
On August 27, the extended GTA VI trailer will premiere on Netflix first, with YouTube and the official site following six hours later — and the release order alone speaks volumes.
Strip Away the Aero Kit, and Bugatti's Destrier Turns the Bolide's Bones Into Sculpture
Destrier, the third one-off under Bugatti's Programme Solitaire, shares its chassis and 1,578-hp quad-turbo W16 with the Bolide—but ditches the track-focused aero package, letting the same skeleton tell a completely different story.
HUF x Spitfire Full Collection Revealed, Paying Tribute to Late Founder With a 1995 Throwback Photo
This collab isn't just about stacking two San Francisco skate brand logos — the official campaign recreates a 1995 photo of the late Keith Hufnagel, HUF's founder. The full collection drops globally on August 6th.
The Trunk-Ready Scooter That Just Became a Yellow Watch Face
Seiko 5 Sports teams up with Honda to mark the Motocompo's 45th anniversary with a globally limited run of 8,000 pieces, shipping starting September.
Levi's Taps ROSÉ and the Reigning NBA MVP to Loosen Up Campus Style
Levi's unveils its 2026 Fall/Winter campaign under the theme "Keep it Loose," enlisting ROSÉ and reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to reinterpret American varsity style through relaxed silhouettes.
Luxury Without the Logo: BONAVENTURA Lands in Taiwan, and Sonia Sui Is Carrying the Quiet Business
Milanese leather house BONAVENTURA has opened its first Taiwan pop-up at Breeze Xinyi, with Sonia Sui showing up carrying the Mia Tote Bag. Forget the spectacle — this brand's real pitch is about material and proportion.
Miu Miu Digs Up Its 2000s Bubble Shoe, Betting Its Next Sellout Isn't a Collab
Resurfacing alongside the spring/summer runway, the Bubble shoe pairs a boot-like silhouette with ambiguous sole lines that blend transparency and coverage, priced from $1,170. With multiple sizes reportedly sold out, it's now the next thing to watch from Miu Miu footwear after New Balance.
Tate McRae Asked If She's MAGA, Gives an Answer That's Not Really an Answer
With a Morgan Wallen collab and rumored romance with NHL star Jack Hughes, Tate McRae's been slapped with a political label. Her response cleverly dodges the yes-or-no question, letting charity donations and tour vibes do the talking instead.
When Someone Trashes Your Job at a Party, Here's Which Zodiac Sign Defends You First (No Matter the Backlash)
When someone mocks your job performance in front of the group, Aries cuts them off instantly and Leo fires right back — and even Virgo, the friend who nags you the most, might be the first one to stand up for you.