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‘A phenomenon’: how World of Warcraft smashed out of geekdom and conquered gaming
The ultimate multi-player has survived ‘frat boy’ slurs, a ropey film, one mega lawsuit, legions of change-averse puritans – and Mr T in a Night Elf Mohawk. As it hits 20, join us on a trip to the ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
‘The bully of the bird table’: how the humble starling conquered the world
Some celebrate them, others despise them. Yet this mimicking, competitive and acrobatic songbird still exerts a powerful fascination. A stream of people heads steadily down the path, towards the ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
How Donald Trump Jr. Conquered the Republican Party
Of all the figures who surround Donald Trump, his eldest son may offer the best window into the future of the MAGA movement.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
Bella Nipotina conquers Everest to clinch $20m in world’s richest race
Seven-year-old is first mare to win world’s richest race 2022 winner Giga Kick runs second, Growing Empire third Seven-year-old mare Bella Nipotina has won the the world’s richest race on turf, ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Rare World Of Warcraft Mount Returns, But It'll Cost You $90
Blizzard is releasing a highly sought-after mount for World of Warcraft 's 20th anniversary, but it's turned out to be the game's most expensive mount yet. The Trader's Gilded Brutosaur is just ...Tech - GameSpot - October 25 -
One College Football Team Is Getting A World Of Warcraft Makeover
Move over, College Football 25: it's World of Warcraft 's turn to partner with college athletes in a crossover we never saw coming. Blizzard has announced a new partnership with the University of ...Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday -
Washington announces 'World of Warcraft' 20th anniversary NIL deal with Blizzard Entertainment
The Huskies will get a 'World of Warcraft' makeover this weekendSports - CBS Sports - Yesterday -
How Irish-language trio Kneecap conquered hip-hop
With a sold-out tour, knockout album and Oscar-tipped movie, the group is unstoppable right nowBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
‘God works in mysterious ways’: I became a Nvidia millionaire playing ‘World of Warcraft.’ Am I smart — or just lucky?
“I had no job and no unemployment benefits.”Business - MarketWatch - October 27 -
How Much Does It Cost to Attend a Yankees-Dodgers World Series Game?
The price of entry to a Fall Classic game this year could be the most expensive in recent history.Sports - The New York Times - October 23 -
2024 World Series: Yoshinobu Yamamoto shows Yankees what they missed out on in masterful Game 2 Dodgers win
In his first World Series start, the Dodgers' $325 million starter pitched like an aceSports - CBS Sports - October 27 -
Slumping star Aaron Judge and Yankees hope to break out when World Series shifts to NY for Game 3
Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees need to start hitting if they’re going to climb back into this World SeriesSports - ABC News - October 27 -
WATCH: Yankees fan tries to steal baseball out of Mookie Betts' glove in World Series Game 4
The fans were ejected from World Series Game 4 and banned from Yankee Stadium for Game 5Sports - CBS Sports - October 30 -
Zimbabwe smash 17 runs an over to shatter records in T20 World Cup qualifier rout
Zimbabwe 344-4 beat the Gambia 54 by record-breaking 290 runs Sikandar Raza blasts unbeaten 133 from 43 balls in highest team total Sikandar Raza has smashed an unbeaten 133 in 43 balls as ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Why (and How) You Can Watch the Dodgers-Yankees World Series From the Inside Out, Rather Than the Outside In
I talked with FOX Sports EVP Michael Davies about how technology enhances storytelling–and why technology should support rather than drive your business.Business - Inc. - October 24 -
Super Smash Bros. Director Masahiro Sakurai Teases His Next Video Game Project -- Maybe
Just over two years ago, Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai launched his YouTube channel to give fans around the world an inside glimpse at game development and design. Now, Sakurai has ...Tech - GameSpot - October 22 -
Game 2 takeaways: Dodgers take 2-0 World Series lead, but Ohtani exits with injury
The Dodgers downed the Yankees, but now await word on the status of their superstar.Sports - ESPN - October 27 -
Where to watch Yankees vs. Dodgers: World Series Game 5 live stream, TV channel, watch MLB without cable
The Yankees stayed alive in Game 4, can they extend the Fall Classic into November?Sports - CBS Sports - October 30 -
New York Yankees vs. L.A. Dodgers: How to watch every game of the 2024 MLB World Series
The 2024 World Series will begin on Friday, Oct. 24 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees; here's how to watch every game.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22 -
How Kerr learned of Freeman's World Series walk-off amid Warriors game
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, a die-hard Los Angeles Dodgers fan, shared how he learned about Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam during Game 1 of the World Series on Friday ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26 -
ACC tiebreaker scenarios 2024: How Clemson or Miami could be left out of title game despite unbeaten record
The potential for three ACC teams -- Clemson, Miami and SMU -- finishing 8-0 has created a chaos scenarioSports - CBS Sports - October 31 -
38 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Like the seemingly unending comic book movie craze, Hollywood loves to find a type of film that it can turn into the next big cultural touchstone. Over the years, we've seen movies based on video ...Tech - GameSpot - October 31 -
Warcraft 2: Remastered Seemingly Leaks Ahead Of Warcraft 30th Anniversary Stream
Warcraft 2 : Remastered looks to be in the cards, as an "internal alpha" containing a logo and artwork was recently discovered on Blizzard's servers. Via Wowhead , the leak comes from Blizzard's ...Tech - GameSpot - November 6 -
How Yankees blew five-run lead to lose World Series: Breaking down error-filled Game 5 that sank New York
The Dodgers scored five unearned runs to swing the Fall Classic back in their favor in the fifth inning of Game 5Sports - CBS Sports - October 31 -
Lions conquer rainy Lambeau: 'We're built to win'
The Lions, playing in just their first outdoor game this season, proved they can win under any condition after a dominant showing at windy Lambeau Field.Sports - ESPN - November 4 -
The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin Review - The Real Warcraft Movie
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin isn't the first Warcraft film, but it is definitely the best one. Duncan Jones's big-budget Warcraft from 2016 focused on the "main" characters of developer Blizzard's ...Tech - GameSpot - November 5 -
Warcraft celebrates 30th anniversary by keeping old promises
Blizzard announced several new products and events to celebrate the Warcraft franchise's 30th anniversary during a special video presentation today.Tech - VentureBeat - Yesterday -
Time is running out for the world to meet climate targets
Human inability to act in advance of distant perils is preventing necessary action nowWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Inside the decades-long struggle that made the Caitlin Clark phenomenon possible
In 1990, 34-year-old Carol Stiff, a basketball junkie who spent years coaching small college ball in the Northeast, packed away her clipboard and took an entry-level programmer position at what she ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4 -
The Decades-Long Struggle That Made the Caitlin Clark Phenomenon Possible
Before Clark turbocharged the popularity of women’s basketball, a foundation had to be built.Sports - The New York Times - November 6 -
AeroGarden, a Pandemic-Era Phenomenon, Is No More. What Happens Next?
The hydroponic plant-growing company is shutting down. Here’s what to expect growing forward if you own any AeroGarden devices.Tech - Wired - 3 days ago -
Warcraft 1 And 2 Remastered Make Up A New Warcraft Battle Chest, Available Today
Blizzard's classic RTS titles Warcraft: Orcs and Humans and Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness are both getting the "remastered" treatment to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary, and they'll ...Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday -
How to watch the 2024 World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees will face off in Game 1 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday.Top stories - NBC News - October 25 -
Yankees Take On the Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series
Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani make their Fall Classic debuts in a clash between two storied M.L.B. franchises.Sports - The New York Times - October 25 -
Dodgers beat Yankees 4-2 to move one win away from World Series title
Follow live updates and the latest coverage of World Series Game 1 as the Dodgers face the Yankees. Get real-time scores, highlights, and key player moments from the game.Top stories - NBC News - October 28 -
Yankees' bats come alive to fend off Dodgers 11-4 in World Series Game 4
Follow live updates and the latest coverage of World Series Game 4 as the Dodgers face the Yankees. Get real-time scores, highlights, and key player moments from the game.Top stories - NBC News - October 29 -
Sixers' Embiid, George out for 4th straight game
Sixers stars Joel Embiid and Paul George, who both participated in practice, will not play in Tuesday's game vs. Detroit and have yet to make their season debuts.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Is Out Now
Start collecting your digital booster packs because Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket is available now on iOS and Android devices. The new app lets players collect and battle from their phones, as ...Tech - GameSpot - October 30 -
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo missed Monday's loss to Cavaliers due to adductor injury
It's unclear how long Giannis Antetokounmpo will be sidelined with the injury.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4
