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‘We don’t go to Ravenholm’: the story behind Half-Life 2’s most iconic level

On the 20th anniversary of the seminal game, we look back at the extraordinary moment where sci-fi dystopia turned into tense and terrifying body horror. At the start of Valve’s Half-Life 2, the ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

What to know about RFK Jr.'s agenda after Trump's planned nomination

President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services and former Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general. CBS News senior ...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s FDA Wish List: Raw Milk, Stem Cells, Heavy Metals

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., one of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s advisers on health, is taking aim at the agency’s oversight on many fronts.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive Series Is B2G1 Free Ahead Of Book 5's Release Next Month

The Stormlight Archive: Wind and Truth $24 (was $40) | Releases December ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 14

RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine group lost $3 million last year

Children’s Health Defense, the anti-vaccine nonprofit group founded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recorded a more than 30% drop in revenue last year, according to recent tax filings.

Politics - NBC News - November 13

Jalon Daniels' resurgence and a can't-miss Hail Mary highlight Week 11's top throws

Five highlight throws that are sure to catch your eye.

Sports - CBS Sports - November 13

What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."

S. Carolina Gamecocks vs. Towson Tigers: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, start time, TV channel

How to watch South Carolina vs. Towson basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - November 12

'Venom 3' leads box office again, 'Heretic' scares up $11 million debut in sleepy weekend

“Venom: The Last Dance” is looming over the domestic box office in its third weekend of release.

Why One of M.L.B.’s Top Free Agents Will Sign for Shockingly Little Money

Roki Sasaki could wait to earn a massive contract. But the 23-year-old is ready to prove himself against elite competition.

Sports - The New York Times - November 10

RFK Jr.'s new bully pulpit sends public health shock waves

President-elect Trump’s promise to let Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "go wild" on health is demoralizing public health experts, who worry he could meddle with key government agencies, amplify vaccine ...

Politics - The Hill - November 10

Arcane 4K Steelbook Edition Drops To Lowest Price Yet Alongside Season 2's Netflix Premiere

Arcane Limited Edition Steelbook on 4K Blu-ray (Season 1) $35 (was ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 9

Snow patch known as U.K.'s longest-lasting has vanished for fourth straight year

The Sphinx snow patch in Scotland used to linger year-round, but it has melted for the fourth consecutive year. Experts see it as a harbinger of climate change.

S. Dak. State Jackrabbits vs. LBSU Beach: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch South Dakota State vs. Long Beach State basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - November 9

NBA 2K25's $8 Futuristic Minigame Is "Exciting," But Not Necessarily "A Trend," Says Take-Two Boss

Basketball is the name of the game with NBA 2K25, but developer Visual Concepts decided to mix things up last month with Gravity Ball. The $8 add-on was described by the studio as "a mashup of ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 7

Why Formula 1’s Glitzy Las Vegas Race Is Suddenly So Important

Max Verstappen criticized the race for being “99 percent show” last year. Now, it could be the backdrop for one of his signature moments.

Sports - The New York Times - November 7

GTA 6 On Xbox Series S: "I'm Not Really Worried," Take-Two Boss Says

Grand Theft Auto VI is in development for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but how will the game look and perform on the relatively less-powerful Series S? We don't know for sure, but Take-Two ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 7

Death Stranding Is Now On Xbox Series X|S, Five Years After It First Launched On PS4

In a surprise announcement, Kojima Productions has revealed that Death Stranding is now available on Xbox Series X|S. The first game produced by Hideo Kojima and his studio after he left Konami, ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 7

Why Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 'next level' work ethic is the stuff of lore

The Cardinals rookie has a routine that helped take him from high school star to Arizona's top receiver.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

Andy Kim hopes for a 'new era' as N.J.'s first Asian American senator

Democratic Rep. Andy Kim has defeated challenger Curtis Bashaw after a historic New Jersey Senate race. The win makes Kim the state’s first Asian American senator.

Democrat Josh Stein beats scandal-plagued Republican Mark Robinson in N.C. gov.’s race

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein defeated scandal-plagued Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson in the state’s gubernatorial race, NBC News projects.

From AI to Musk’s Brain Chip, the F.D.A.’s Device Unit Faces Rapid Change

The new director overseeing medical devices will confront criticisms about hasty approvals as she ushers in revolutionary technology.

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Apex Legends Returns To Its Roots In Season 23's Update, Check Out The Full Patch Notes

Season 23: From the Rift blends nostalgia with new features. With a new game mode that brings back previous versions of each Legend, an entirely reworked Lifeline, and the introduction of a ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

Apex Devs Talk Lifeline's "Rebirth," Season 23's New Rocket Launcher, And The Future Of Apex Legends

Apex Legends Season 23: From the Rift is nearly here, and has brought with it a number of surprises, from a Titanfall grenade launcher to a total rework of one of the game's first Legends, ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

This one goes out to the band we loved: Author reclaims R.E.M.'s artistry throughout its lifespan

Early fans were dismayed when R.E.M. became a massive major-label success. But author Peter Ames Carlin argues that the band retained its artistry even as its popularity surged.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 5

Bill Belichick, Jason Sudeikis and Maria Taylor join Week 9's 'ManningCast'

The "ManningCast" is back with three guests for the matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Sports - ESPN - November 4

What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.

Max Verstappen’s flawless display joins F1’s very best wet-weather drives | Giles Richards

Dutchman produced a display in Brazil that all but sealed the title and brought to mind the greats of old. In the wake of Max Verstappen’s victory at the São Paulo Grand Prix from 17th place on ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Celebrate Halo 2's 20th Anniversary By Playing Its Iconic E3 2003 Demo Very Soon

Halo 2's iconic E3 2003 demo, much of which did not appear in the final game when it launched a year later, will finally be playable next week via a Steam Workshop mod for Halo: The Master Chief ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 4

S. Illinois Salukis vs. Charleston Cougars: How to watch online, live stream info, start time, TV channel

How to watch Southern Illinois vs. College of Charleston basketball game

Sports - CBS Sports - November 4

Trump expresses tentative support for RFK Jr.’s plan to remove fluoride from water supply

Former President Trump expressed tentative support for former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s plan to remove fluoride from water. “Well, I haven’t talked to him about it ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

U.K.'s Tories Turn to a Black, Right-Wing Culture Warrior to Revive Party

Kemi Badenoch became the first Black woman to lead the U.K.’s Conservative Party, following its disastrous performance in a recent general election.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 2

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