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Japan’s Yakuza Are in Decline — But They’re Going Down Fighting

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A Yakuza War Is Brewing in Japan — And the Police Are Taking Sides

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‘Star Wars: Outlaws’ Removes Forced Stealth, Instantly Becomes Better for It

Thanks to a recent patch, ‘Star Wars: Outlaws’ has done away with the majority of it’s forced stealth, making it better in the process.

11.21.24

By Shaun Cichacki
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Shopping

Away’s Black Friday Sale Is Here to Help You (And Me) Flee to Canada

What a great time to pick up a new set of killer luggage and hop on a transatlantic flight. No reason. Totally unrelated to anything going on in the world.

11.21.24

By Jaina Rodriguez Grey
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Gaming

‘Minecraft’ Breaks Into the Real World With Huge Theme Park Deal

It looks like ‘Minecraft’ is going to be breaking out into the real world, as Merlin Entertainment pairs up with Mojang for IRL attractions.

11.21.24

By Shaun Cichacki
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Life

Sit Down and Shut Up. AMC Theatres Has Harsh Rules for ‘Wicked’ Screenings.

‘Wicked’ sing-alongs are popular amongst Broadway fans, but AMC Theaters is asking moviegoers to contain themselves when they see the film.

11.21.24

By Paige Gawley
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Life

This Company Rescued Some Extinct Rye from a Shipwreck to Make Whiskey. What Have You Done Today.

It’s been quite the process.

11.21.24

By Luis Prada

Japan’s Yakuza Are in Decline — But They’re Going Down Fighting

A Yakuza War Is Brewing in Japan — And the Police Are Taking Sides