Famous scenes from R-rated films, done in a children's book style by Josh Cooley, an artist at Pixar.

Chris Rock used to do a bit about the time Ed Bradley interviewed Michael Jackson on “60 Minutes.” Rumors and lawsuits had begun to swirl around Jackson, and Bradley had to bring up the subject…

One of the surprises of the 2020 Presidential election was that Trump's percentage of immigrant votes grew. By this I mean that my white friends were surprised. I was not surprised. Let's talk about immigrant racism. To look at me, I am white. I have certainly benefited from my skin color throughout my life, but that whiteness was a suit I had to learn to wear. When my family moved to Philadelphia in 1970, they were moving into one of the most racist cities in America at the time, presided over by racist mayor Frank Rizzo. Mike Monteiro on Medium: My People Were In Shipping.

"The crisis in Sudan is catastrophic," Macklemore said in an Instagram post on Monday. Some food security specialists estimate up to 2.5 million people could die of starvation and illness by October. [bbc] Sudan, previously

The weaponizing of words is poisoning our body politic…

As COVID-19 fears grew, public officials and sports execs contemplated health risks — and debated a PR message — but let 33,000 fans into a Seattle Sounders soccer match, emails show. By Ken Armstrong, ProPublica, and David Gutman and Lewis Kamb, The Seattle Times On March 6, at 2:43 p.m., the health officer for Public Health — Seattle & King County, the hardest-hit region in the first state to be slammed by COVID-19, sent an email to a half-dozen colleagues, saying, “I want to cancel large group gatherings now.”…

As a general rule, if you start spray-painting Riverfront Park, Riverfront Park gets mad at you…

There's a fine line between sweet and cloying, and the British dramedy Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris crosses it a little too often…

It's a scary time of year, but not because of Halloween…

The first time that pianist Sara Davis Buechner felt what she calls "the real spiritual power" of George Gershwin's music, she was 23 and building a reputation for virtuoso playing on the international concert circuit…

How does a cute little town like Spokane — once famous for its low cost of living — have a spike in housing prices and rental costs sharp enough to make it the star of a New York Times story about our ridiculous spike in rents and housing costs?…

Blitz opens amid a terrifying conflagration on a nighttime city street…

Autumn and winter are filled with holidays that can leave many of us feeling pressured to make each more special and memorable than the last…

The two-day festival kicks off today and it's not too late to get your tickets As Volume Music Festival emerges from a five-year hiatus, local music fans should plan to show out for their favorite hometown bands this weekend. (And discover new favorites along the way!)…

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On the Disney Night, the Top 10 of the current season 19 hit the stage to sing Disney classics with host Ryan Seacrest announcing Arthur Gunn, the runner-up of season 18, as the Comeback winner.

Fans have suspected that the 'Brown Skin Girl' songstress is featured in the 'I'm the One' MC's new single when he revealed the tracklist of his latest album 'Khaled Khaled'.

The 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' hitmaker talks about controversies surrounding his name, saying he loves taking on online trolls although he always tries not to start the fight.

The 'I'll Be Missing You' hitmaker announces that he finally changed his middle name legally by proudly showing off his new driver's license and a legal document from the court.

The 'Moms' actress says she should have called off her relationship with the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' actor years ago instead of making it legal with marriage.

After declaring that he is 'focusing' on his romance with his final rose recipient, the season 25 star of 'The Bachelor' is caught on camera wrapping his arm lovingly around her during an outing.

The 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star is ordered to forfeit the 'Fragment of Myron's Samian Athena' statue by the U.S. government because it was illegally 'looted' from Italy.

The British model, who shot to fame for starring in an iconic commercial for Levi's jeans in the 1980s before launching his music career, has passed away at the age of 59.

The 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' hitmaker talks about controversies surrounding his name, saying he loves taking on online trolls although he always tries not to start the fight.

While words have spread that the studio is developing another Captain America movie with Malcolm Spellman as the screenwriter, Mackie reveals he first learned of the news from a stranger in a grocery store.

Looking back at his experience shooting the romcom in the Dominican Republic, the former 'Las Vegas' star gushes that the 'On the Floor' hitmaker was 'a dream to work with.'

In this episode of our podcast, we're joined by Melissa Roe, who introduces us to the exciting world of Purple Friday, an immersive mobile audio game adventure in which you time travel to the futuristic 80s. Melissa guides us through the game, which features cutting-edge binaural audio technology, professional voice actors, and over 700 sound assets. As we explore the game's rich and detailed environments, Melissa shows us how players use simple swipe gestures to uncover hidden clues and objects and interact with the game's cast of characters.

This episode is a trimmed version of the full audio game playthrough of Purple Friday available on Melissa's own podcast at https://celestialvoice.net/podcast/episode-13-thank-god-its-purple-friday/

In this episode of our podcast, Thomas Domville demonstrates the power of the Virtual Volunteer feature, set to come to the Be My Eyes app in late Q3 2023. Currently in beta testing, this feature, powered by OpenAI's GPT-4 model, has the potential to be a game changer for people with visual impairments. It offers a virtual sighted assistant that can generate context and understanding for images, allowing for a greater degree of independence in everyday tasks.

During the episode, Thomas showcases a variety of real-world use cases for the Virtual Volunteer, including identifying clothing; getting information from food packaging; describing greeting cards, photos from your photo library or places such as Facebook, and weather maps; reading restaurant menus, and more.

We thank the Be My Eyes team for allowing us to record and share this demonstration of the Virtual Volunteer.

In this episode, Thomas Domville takes us on a journey through the world of FruitPot 2, a fun-filled slot machine game for iOS. FruitPot 2 is a game that will take you back to the 80s with its retro graphics and sounds. The game features an ever-changing fruit machine slot, as well as more than 15 mini-games that appear as you progress through the game. With the Bucks you earn, you can purchase items from stores at the mall. FruitPot 2 is a great game to play when you're looking for something to relax and have fun with.

FruitPot 2 is available for free on the App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fruitpot-2/id6444378324?l=en

Get ready to test your vocabulary and spelling skills with Zanagrams, the addictive iOS game that's perfect for word puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. In this episode Thomas Domville will demonstrate Zanagrams: Word Puzzles with a Twist. Zanagrams is a fast-paced word game that challenges players to identify and unscramble hidden words within a grid of letters. With its simple rules but increasing difficulty, Zanagrams is easy to pick up but hard to put down. Whether you're a seasoned word game player or just a casual puzzle fan, Zanagrams is sure to provide hours of fun and entertainment.

Download Zanagrams for free on the App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zanagrams/id6444921132

Join us in our newest episode as we delve into the captivating realm of iOS gaming. In this episode, Thomas Domville introduces us to an intriguing game named “Voice of the Ancients”. This game is a voice-controlled adventure where players set off on a journey in search of a long-lost treasure, all while evading a malevolent group called the Society of the Ancients. The game is fully voice-activated and currently offers support for both English and Hungarian languages.

Voice of the Ancients on the AppStore: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/voice-of-the-ancients/id114209979

Step into the world of the Super Sliding Puzzle Game! Join Thomas Domville as he explores the Super Sliding Puzzle Game for iOS. Get ready for a captivating journey filled with puzzles that will challenge your mind. This latest Slide Puzzle Game is designed to offer you a compelling and brain-bending experience that will keep you engaged for hours.

Choose your game type from numbers, letters, or images. The game grid sizes are designed to cater to all skill levels. You can test your abilities at your own speed with range of game grid sizes! Whether you’re a novice or a puzzle master, Slide Puzzle Game offers grids of varying complexities. You can start with a smaller grid and slowly increase the difficulty, or you can immediately tackle the most challenging grid. The choice is completely yours!

The game offers a broad selection of game types and grid sizes, ensuring infinite replayability.

The key features of the game are its simplicity and its suitability for passing time while waiting for someone to answer a phone call, waiting for a delayed bus, or waiting for a late delivery driver.

Moreover, the game is fully accessible with VoiceOver, guaranteeing that everyone can partake in the fun."

Super Sliding Puzzle Game on the AppStore: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/super-sliding-puzzle-game/id6473786698

In her debut podcast, Tarja will showcase AudioCat for iOS. AudioCat is an accessible audiogames platform designed exclusively for iOS, focusing on immersive audio experiences. The app includes a virtual cat companion that users can name and care for, adding to the interactive fun. Currently, AudioCat features two audiogames: “Wordy,” a word-guessing game, and “Echoes of Valor,” an adventure RPG that delves into moral dilemmas. Players can earn coins and XP by playing these games, which can be used to feed their virtual pet and unlock additional content.

AudioCat on the App Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/audiocat/id6502510097

With the age of literary correspondence dying, it seems more important than ever to provide spaces of warmth and comfort in which writers can not only retreat

Two Sandwell community swimming pools to close to help fund Commonwealth Games Aquatics Centre, reports Steve Beauchampe.

Minister for Sport inspects progress at Sandwell Aquatics Centre.

Prime Minister triumphant as opponent of "ALL THAT WE HOLD DEAR IN BRITAIN" is neutralised.

Police are also appealing for anyone who saw the attack in Stirchley to come forward.

Andy Munro watches Blues beat Huddersfield Town.

Award recognises centre's bike-friendly credentials.

Ticket offers released for the 2020 tennis season.

A legendary actor visits Solihull School, reports Simon Hale.

Games organisers moving into new city centre premises.

Made In Brum platform launched for community groups and creatives.

Warwick Arts Centre have announced their summer film series, including some whip-smart comedies guaranteed to make you forget the lousy weather.

Women & Theatre's A Thousand Threads comes to MAC.

Terry Wills gives the Albion perspective on Monday night's clash.

Japanese restaurant set for Jewellery Quarter.

Work begins on biggest ambulance hub of its kind.

Figures reveal rise in the number of assaults on West Midlands ambulance staff.