Dolly Parton Speaks Out After Beyoncé Reveals She’s Covering ‘Jolene’

Dolly Parton is putting her stamp of approval on Beyoncé’s new album, specifically her apparent “Jolene” cover.  On Wednesday, the 42-year-old Queen Bey shared a poster-style tracklist announcing all 27 song titles from her upcoming Cowboy Carter record, which appears to include a version of Parton’s iconic single from 1973. In response, the “My Tennesse … Read more

In Malaysian Borneo, indigenous cuisine and food practices see a renaissance

KUCHING, Malaysia — The lush jungles of Borneo have always been exciting pantries for those able to recognize what can be eaten and how to prepare it. Indigenous people used to rely solely on these jungles, among the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world, to sustain themselves. But as modernity spread across the island in … Read more

Futurama’s Nibbler Shares A Voice With Some Of The Best Disney Renaissance Characters

Animation aficionados might be able to recognize Welker’s voice. He had a very specific growl, a very specific wail, and a very specific monkey noise. Those who grew up watching the 1984 animated series “Transformers” likely recall his raspy performance as Megatron, the evil robot. Welker has spoken in the past of achieving his unique … Read more

Helldivers 2 Is Giving Starship Troopers the Renaissance It Deserves

This story originally appeared on Kotaku. It’s fair to say that Helldivers 2 is having a good week. Beating GTA V’s concurrent Steam players records, the extraction shooter is outdoing everyone’s expectations, including its own, and it seems this success is spilling over. Because if there’s one source that Helldivers owes the most to, it’s … Read more

‘Anyone But You’ could spark a rom-com renaissance in Hollywood

Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney star in Sony’s “Anyone But You.” Sony Released just before the crowded Christmas movie season, Sony’s “Anyone But You” seemed destined to be anything but a box-office hit — especially after it tallied just $6 million in ticket sales during its opening weekend. However, the film’s box-office success was as … Read more

Beyoncé Producer Killah B Hints at Possible ‘Renaissance: Act II’ Collab With Taylor Swift

Icons supporting icons! One of Beyoncé’s producers is hinting at a potential collaboration with Taylor Swift when it comes to the “Love on Top” singer’s foray into country music for her new album.  According to Killah B — the music producer who co-wrote Beyoncé’s new single, “Texas Hold ‘Em” — fans can expect some stellar surprises when it comes to Renaissance: Act … Read more

Beyoncé Announces New Album ‘Act II: Renaissance’ After Surprise Super Bowl Ad

Beyoncé has new music on the way. On Sunday, the 42-year-old singer took to Instagram to announce that Act II: Renaissance will be available March 29. She shared the news with a country-style video on Instagram, teasing that the first song off the record may be called “Texas Hold ‘Em.” Indeed, shortly after her initial announcement, Beyoncé revealed … Read more

In 2024, AI Will Spark an Indie Video Game Renaissance (and Nightmare)

More people are making video games than ever before, but most games are still designed by teams of professionals. There’s a barrier of technical skills that keeps the average person from making their own game, but in 2024, that’s going to change. AI is going to make game development so easy that you’ll be able … Read more

Beyoncé Surprises Fans at ‘Renaissance’ Event in Brazil Following Concert Film Premiere

Beyoncé gave her fans in Brazil an extra special treat after they were disappointed she didn’t stop in the country during her record-breaking global tour. On Dec. 21, a special event for the singer’s concert film, Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé, was held in Salvador, Bahia, where a party called “Club Renaissance” took place after the screening. To … Read more

Beyoncé Called Out by Artist Hajime Sorayama Over ‘Renaissance’ Visuals

Beyoncé might have fresh beef stewing with a famous artist, who’s strongly insinuating she — or someone on her team — ripped off his work for her “Renaissance” tour. Here’s the deal … artist Hajime Sorayama just took aim at Beyoncé on social media, posting a few of her tour visuals alongside some of his … Read more