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Billboard Promotes Lyndsey Havens, Dan Rys, Shira Brown and Mary Rooney
Billboard has announced a series of high-level editorial and corporate promotions, signaling a new chapter for the publication’s leadership. On Tuesday, the company revealed that Lyndsey Havens has been elevated to Executive Editor, while Dan Rys takes on the role of Executive Editor, Business. Joining them in the executive ranks are Shira Brown, named SVP...
Effingham, Illinois
We are thrilled to pull back the curtain on Effingham, a vital new urban addition to the forthcoming Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator. Nestled in the heart of the Prairie State, this city serves as a pivotal junction for long-haulers, and our team has been working diligently to recreate its unique ambiance and signature...
Ex-Nintendo President Doug Bowser Joins Hasbro Board Following Retirement
Following a storied tenure at the helm of Nintendo’s North American division, Doug Bowser—the man whose name was a delightful coincidence for Mario fans everywhere—has officially embarked on his next chapter. After announcing his retirement from Nintendo last autumn, Bowser concluded his nearly seven-year run as President and COO on December 31. While he was...
HBO’s latest Game of Thrones spin-off revives a brilliant element we didn’t know we missed
Image credit: Max The moment showrunner Ira Parker decided to depict Ser Duncan the Tall in a state of explosive gastrointestinal distress in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a singular realization struck me: the era of the gritty, unrefined commoner has officially returned. While Game of Thrones and its successor House of the Dragon...
Billboard Names Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz Co-Chief Content Officers
Billboard Appoints Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz as Co-Chief Content Officers Jason Lipshutz and Leila Cobo | Jenny Regan; José “Chepe” De Villegas In a significant leadership expansion, Billboard announced on Tuesday (Jan. 20) the promotion of Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz to the roles of Co-Chief Content Officers. The veteran journalists will now co-manage...
Six decades later, Star Trek’s harshest critics still fail to grasp its fundamental premise
Image: Netflix/Everett Collection Although Patrick Stewart is now as inextricably linked to the Star Trek legacy as icons like William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy, his 1987 debut as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in The Next Generation was met with skepticism. The point of contention? His lack of hair. When a journalist pointed out that medical science...
Dev Corner 2601001: Thunder at Our Gates
A Fresh Start: Reintroducing Developer Corners Greetings, Generals! As we embark on a new year, our team is hard at work mapping out the future of Hearts of Iron IV. To better involve the community in our creative process, we are officially reviving Developer Corners. To provide clarity on how we communicate our progress, it...
Anime’s Global Dominance: A Potential Problem?
Visual by Paulo Kawanishi/Polygon | Assets courtesy of Mappa and CygamesPictures Japanese animation is currently navigating an unprecedented golden age, dominating cultural conversations both domestically and abroad. The current winter lineup is so densely packed with high-quality releases that keeping pace has become a challenge for even the most dedicated fans. Meanwhile, cinematic juggernauts like...
Twenty-Five Years Later, Hollywood Still Can’t Crack the Code on Gaming’s Most Iconic Hero
Image: Warner Brothers/Everett Collection Last week, the *Tomb Raider* community received a glimpse of its new future as Amazon/MGM revealed Sophie Turner as the legendary Lara Croft. The initial reaction was largely positive, with Turner’s aesthetic channeling the character’s definitive ’90s grit. However, not everyone was on board. GameStop’s social media arm—seemingly more focused on...
John Summit Sets 2026 [UNVRS] Ibiza Residency: ‘We’re Going All Out’
John Summit / Photo by Angel Rivera, Courtesy of The Darkroom John Summit is poised to dominate the 2026 Ibiza season with a newly announced residency at the state-of-the-art mega-club [UNVRS]. This seasonal tenure, branded under Summit’s own Experts Only imprint, represents the producer’s inaugural residency on the iconic White Isle. The exclusive nine-date engagement...
David Beckham Issues Warning on the ‘Power of Social Media’ Following Son Brooklyn’s Controversial Post
David Beckham, Victoria Beckham, and Brooklyn Beckham attend a high-profile event at Tate Modern. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) Football icon David Beckham has addressed the complexities of digital life after his eldest son, Brooklyn, shared a series of pointed allegations on Instagram accusing his parents of meddling in his marriage to Nicola Peltz. During...
Chloe Price to Return in Life Is Strange: Reunion This March
Following a series of cryptic teasers, Square Enix has officially unveiled the next chapter in its beloved narrative franchise: Life is Strange: Reunion. In a move that is sure to thrill long-time fans, the upcoming title features the return of Max Caulfield alongside her iconic partner-in-crime, Chloe Price. Developed by Deck Nine, Reunion serves as...
Harry Styles Reveals Release Date for New Single ‘Aperture’ from Upcoming Album
Harry Styles | Credit: Johnny Dufort Harry Styles Sets the Stage for “Aperture”: Lead Single from HS4 Arrives This Week Prepare for a new era of pop. Just days after unveiling the title of his highly anticipated fourth studio project, Harry Styles has provided a definitive countdown for its debut single. The track, titled “Aperture,”...
Kickstarter Launched for the Original Cast Recording of 2025’s Most Divisive Musical, ‘Slam Frank’
Olivia Bernábe in Slam Frank | Photo: Jasper Lewis/Courtesy of Kampfire Films PR In the high-stakes world of New York theater, few productions manage to capture the cultural zeitgeist quite like Slam Frank. The off-Broadway hip-hop musical, which concluded its residency at Asylum NYC this past winter, was far more than a sought-after engagement—it was...
After 37 Years, Iconic Mecha Anime Returns via New Movie Trilogy
Image: Headgear/J.C. Staff Following the initial reveal of the upcoming Patlabor film trilogy, the franchise’s official social media outlets have now confirmed the theatrical schedule alongside a compelling new trailer. The teaser for Patlabor EZY strikes a nostalgic chord by opening with vintage clips from the 1988 original anime before transitioning into its modernized visual...
Don Lemon Issues Response After DOJ Warning Following Nicki Minaj’s Calls for His Arrest
Don Lemon attends the ‘Heads of State’ world premiere at Alice Tully Hall, New York. (Photo: John Nacion/Variety) Don Lemon Defends Journalistic Integrity Amid DOJ Warnings and High-Profile Backlash Independent journalist Don Lemon is standing his ground after the Department of Justice issued a stern warning following his coverage of a Minneapolis protest. The controversy,...
Billboard Promotes Lyndsey Havens, Dan Rys, Shira Brown and Mary Rooney
Billboard has announced a series of high-level editorial and corporate promotions, signaling a new chapter for the publication’s leadership. On Tuesday, the company revealed that Lyndsey Havens has been elevated to Executive Editor, while Dan Rys takes on the role of Executive Editor, Business. Joining them in the executive ranks are Shira Brown, named SVP...
Effingham, Illinois
We are thrilled to pull back the curtain on Effingham, a vital new urban addition to the forthcoming Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator. Nestled in the heart of the Prairie State, this city serves as a pivotal junction for long-haulers, and our team has been working diligently to recreate its unique ambiance and signature...
Ex-Nintendo President Doug Bowser Joins Hasbro Board Following Retirement
Following a storied tenure at the helm of Nintendo’s North American division, Doug Bowser—the man whose name was a delightful coincidence for Mario fans everywhere—has officially embarked on his next chapter. After announcing his retirement from Nintendo last autumn, Bowser concluded his nearly seven-year run as President and COO on December 31. While he was...
HBO’s latest Game of Thrones spin-off revives a brilliant element we didn’t know we missed
Image credit: Max The moment showrunner Ira Parker decided to depict Ser Duncan the Tall in a state of explosive gastrointestinal distress in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a singular realization struck me: the era of the gritty, unrefined commoner has officially returned. While Game of Thrones and its successor House of the Dragon...
Billboard Names Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz Co-Chief Content Officers
Billboard Appoints Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz as Co-Chief Content Officers Jason Lipshutz and Leila Cobo | Jenny Regan; José “Chepe” De Villegas In a significant leadership expansion, Billboard announced on Tuesday (Jan. 20) the promotion of Leila Cobo and Jason Lipshutz to the roles of Co-Chief Content Officers. The veteran journalists will now co-manage...
Six decades later, Star Trek’s harshest critics still fail to grasp its fundamental premise
Image: Netflix/Everett Collection Although Patrick Stewart is now as inextricably linked to the Star Trek legacy as icons like William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy, his 1987 debut as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in The Next Generation was met with skepticism. The point of contention? His lack of hair. When a journalist pointed out that medical science...
Dev Corner 2601001: Thunder at Our Gates
A Fresh Start: Reintroducing Developer Corners Greetings, Generals! As we embark on a new year, our team is hard at work mapping out the future of Hearts of Iron IV. To better involve the community in our creative process, we are officially reviving Developer Corners. To provide clarity on how we communicate our progress, it...
Anime’s Global Dominance: A Potential Problem?
Visual by Paulo Kawanishi/Polygon | Assets courtesy of Mappa and CygamesPictures Japanese animation is currently navigating an unprecedented golden age, dominating cultural conversations both domestically and abroad. The current winter lineup is so densely packed with high-quality releases that keeping pace has become a challenge for even the most dedicated fans. Meanwhile, cinematic juggernauts like...
Twenty-Five Years Later, Hollywood Still Can’t Crack the Code on Gaming’s Most Iconic Hero
Image: Warner Brothers/Everett Collection Last week, the *Tomb Raider* community received a glimpse of its new future as Amazon/MGM revealed Sophie Turner as the legendary Lara Croft. The initial reaction was largely positive, with Turner’s aesthetic channeling the character’s definitive ’90s grit. However, not everyone was on board. GameStop’s social media arm—seemingly more focused on...