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Ever since Captain Rex joined the crew of Star Wars Rebels and got himself a big ol’ bushy beard, fans—and even Rebels head honcho Dave Filoni—have theorized that the lushly bearded Rebel strike trooper on Endor is an older Rex. Well, it seems like the next season of Rebels might actually be lending some credence to…

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A live-action film adaptation of Watchmen hit screens in 2009. Eight years later, it seems very likely that an animated version of the classic superhero story is on its way.

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You probably already own a magnetic smartphone car mount, and thus have a magnetic plate behind your phone at all times. Now, Bestek’s magnetic desk mount lets you put it to use even when you aren’t in the car.

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If you’re a Star Wars fan, it can still be hard to believe that Carrie Fisher is gone. We got a little reminder today that we’ll see her as Leia Organa at least one more time.

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Fortitude’s second season premieres tomorrow on Amazon Prime. If this news doesn’t excite you, that just means you haven’t yet watched the UK-made show’s first season (also on Amazon Prime). Let io9 give you this public service announcement: Go watch it. At least if you think you’d enjoy a totally gripping, incredibly…

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The Event Horizon Telescope, actually a network of telescopes across the world, has successfully completed its highly-anticipated ten-day-long observation period. Researchers pointed the array of dishes at the center of our galaxy and the M87 galaxy in order to snap pictures of some black holes. That’s really exciting…

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Late last night, Lucasfilm and Disney announced Forces of Destiny, a new animated series/merchandise line focusing on the female heroes of the Star Wars galaxy. The idea of new stories with these characters was already fascinating, but now that we know even more about the series, we can’t wait until it arrives.

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In the first couple episodes of Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale, there are two aerial shots depicting the handmaids, dressed in vibrant scarlet, flocking together in an animalistic swarm. The first is when they murder an accused rapist at the behest of their totalitarian government. The second is when one of their own has…

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Last year, news broke that there was going to be another movie set in the Labyrinth universe. It was called everything from a reboot to a sequel and, since David Bowie had just passed away when it happened, everyone was upset and confused. Now, there’s a director and writer on board, along with some clarification…

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I’m back, my bulk mail brothers and sisters! I am also now 40 years old, which means if you enjoy my opinions and mail column, I officially have the wisdom of age on my side. If you don’t, no worries, because death is coming for me. This week: Baby Groot hate! Mutant-Inhuman hybrids! And—gasp!—the merits of The Big…

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The first trailer for the fifth and final season of Orphan Black is here, and Sarah and her sestra aren’t going to let anybody stand in the way of their slumber party dance-offs again.

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Saturn’s moon Enceladus features a warm subterranean ocean covered in ice. In an extraordinary new finding, scientists have confirmed the existence of a chemical energy source within this moon’s water that’s capable of sustaining living organisms here on Earth. Enceladus is now officially the best place beyond Earth…

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The eighth installment of the ever-popular and universally loved Fast and Furious franchise—The Fate of the Furious—is finally upon us. And I know you love these movies as much as I do because otherwise, you wouldn’t be reading this review. Here’s what went down.

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Today, Star Wars Celebration kicked off in Orlando—but one very special member of the Star Wars cast, the dearly missed Carrie Fisher, could not be there to stand alongside her fellow actors. Instead, we have this beautiful tribute to a mother, a princess, a general, and a hero beloved by all.

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When we think of dwarf planets, the first thing that comes to mind is obviously the injustice of Pluto getting demoted to one. But the truth is, these little guys—and there are six currently recognized within our solar system—deserve just as much love as their mightier planetary cousins. Good news for them: a new…

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Greg Rucka’s time with Diana is coming to a close (again). But while Rucka is moving on from Paradise Island, a new writer is already in place to guide Diana’s new life: DC Superhero Girls writer Shea Fontana.

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Ever wonder what would happen if Daenerys orchestrated the Red Wedding, or if Arya Stark was the one who made the Mad King mad? Or, I don’t know, if the secret ruler of the White Walkers was freaking Podrick Payne? One online generator lets you experiment with the coolest and wackiest Game of Thrones fan theories.

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Deathstroke has a... let’s say complicated history with the Teen Titans. After all, one of their most famous stories involves him using a mole on the team in an attempt to destroy them. But in the wake of Deathstroke’s latest tussle with the team, DC comics’ most famous asshole has a change of heart, and he’s forming…

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Jon Bernthal’s Punisher was one of the best parts of Daredevil’s second season—but fans waiting to see a glimpse of the actor in Frank Castle’s comic getup only got to see a glimpse at the end of the season. However, new set pictures from Frank’s solo show have give us our best look yet at at least part of the getup,…

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What better way to celebrate one of the greatest games ever than with a gorgeous, full-color hardcover game guide? The official collector’s edition guide for Breath of the Wild includes a map poster, a 16-page art section, and yes, even a guide for getting through the game.

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