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Jezebel Shutterstock The name Jezebel rolls off the tongue. Similar to the more popular “Isabel,” it might surprise some that this name isn’t more widely used, but there’s a reason for it. The character of Jezebel in the Bible was so universally hated that, even today, the name leaves a bad taste in many mouths. According to the Bible, Jezebel was the wife of King Ahab of Israel. An evil temptress, she brought foreign gods and goddesses to Israel, turned the country to idolatry, and had those who opposed her killed....

At the beginning of the year, Scarlet Witch actress Elizabeth Olsen spoke about her time filming Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and how “only until before we even went back to finish WandaVision during the pandemic that I found out what I am doing in Doctor Strange 2.” However, Olsen also described how “we’re [the actors] always giving notes and they [the director and crew] are very kind to welcome opinions and thoughts, and so it’s always an evolution even while you’re filming....

On May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, Disney+ released the first episode of a new series titled Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian offering a peek behind-the-scenes at the making of the hit series . Each episode has had its own theme or focus with a blend of photos and clips from filming coupled with a roundtable discussion by the cast and directors. The third episode which was released today focused on...

Star Wars is about to take a dive into uncharted waters for the franchise. On September 22, 2021, Star Wars: Visions will debut on Disney+, venturing into the world of Japanese anime. The anthology series will see seven of the biggest anime studios tackle the galaxy far, far away, taking on nine original stories that are separate from the canon that Lucasfilm built. ADVERTISEMENT Not much is known as to what will actually transpire in each of these episodes; however, a brief trailer showcasing the different art styles of each installment offered some hints as to what viewers can expect....

Grand Theft Auto V has been an undeniable hit since it launched in 2013. Spanning several console cycles, the game exploded in popularity – and continues to do so – thanks to Grand Theft Auto Online , which is constantly updated with fresh content. Much of the attention directed toward the GTA series has been focused on what’s next for the franchise. There was a cryptic set of coordinates placed in a recent trailer, which – when searched – depicted a road that looks like a “VI....

While DC fans continue to wait for the return of big screen movies from the DC Extended Universe, content is coming in bunches from multiple outlets on the TV side of the world. Many new seasons of several DC shows were teased at both days of DC FanDome, and fans are voicing their excitement with each new release. On HBO Max, fans are currently on the edge of their seats waiting for new releases like season 3 of Doom Patrol and the Snyder Cut of Justice League in 2021....

James Gunn’s upcoming soft reboot/sequel to the 2018 Suicide Squad movie is one of the most anticipated films of the year by many. The sequel is packed with a star-studded cast of actors including Idris Elba, Peter Capaldi, and John Cena.John Cena is set to play a major role in the film as Peacemaker, so much so that the character will be spun-off into his own series on HBO Max, released soon after the movie....

Fans are thrilled that the world is somewhat returning to a sense of normalcy with the release of blockbuster movies and TV shows, many that have waited for most of the past year to release. For now, however, this is largely happening via streaming services; leading the way in this department are Disney+ for Marvel material and HBO Max covering DC debuts. March 2021 brought the long-awaited debut of Zack Snyder’s Justice League on HBO Max, one of the most-watched premieres in the streaming service’s existence....

The DCEU made waves in the past few months with a slew of announcements about the franchise’s future plans. After heart-stopping reveals and confirmations, it’s clear that the DCEU is heading in a different direction by incorporating the multiverse approach . At this point, it’s unknown how the multiverse will directly affect the in-universe storylines of the DCEU, but it seems that Warner Bros. plans on using 2022’s The Flash...

Warning — This article contains spoilers for Episode 4 of Loki.Since the premiere of Loki, a key draw of the Disney+ series has been the comedic back-and-forth dynamic between the God of Mischief himself and the TVA’s Agent Mobius, played by Owen Wilson.While the two spent a brief period solving mysteries together, the duo was quickly separated across the galaxy as Loki betrayed his friend to chase after Sylvie. Having spent the series’ third installment, “Lamentis,” apart, the Asgardian and the TVA analyst were finally reunited in the fourth installment....

The build-up that the Infinity Saga gave audiences was unlike anything ever done in the cinema before. With the idea of six Infinity Stones floating throughout several movies and the teasing of a massive evil presence in Thanos the Mad Titan, the payoff was astounding. Avengers: Endgame is as big as the MCU has ever gotten and possibly ever will be. ADVERTISEMENT But then came He Who Remains. In Loki’s season finale, the world was introduced to a more tame Variant of Kang the Conqueror, a famous Marvel Comics villain whose specialty is a mastery over time and space itself....

In honor of Chadwick Boseman, the day before what would have been his 44th birthday, Executive Chairman Bob Iger announced that Black Panther on Disney+ would see a slight alteration. Marvel Studios has already honored Chadwick Boseman by releasing several videos focused on his time as T’Challa behind-the-scenes, along with a beautiful piece of artwork illustrated by Marvel Studios’ Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding. Several hours after Bob Iger’s announcement, on November 29, fans noticed that the traditional Marvel Studios opening was replaced with one...

Marvel Studios has a history of keeping their eye on Hollywood’s best and brightest talent to fulfill superhero and non-superhero roles in their ever-expanding MCU. Some of these actors don’t end up joining the franchise until years after the interest first materializes, and there are other instances in which the potential collaboration dissolves altogether. Marvel CCO Kevin Feige and his team have been especially active lately, scouting talent for over two dozen new projects in need of cast members for Phase 4, including nearly a dozen non-sequels set for release both theatrically and on Disney+....

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings surprised a lot of people. Not only did it land with unanimous praise across the board, but the film did far better at the box office than anyone would have thought possible in times like these. Because of the film’s massive success, studios have become much more comfortable with the idea of releasing movies with exclusive theatrical debuts. Films such as Venom: Let There Be Carnage actually went back on its recent delay because of it....

Time to talk about The Incredible Hulk. At one point, many refused to accept the fact that the film was even canon. The movie had a different Hulk actor, and its events are rarely referenced in the wider MCU—in fact, there are still several plot threads still hanging to this day. Cut to 2021, and things have changed, if only slightly. General Ross returned to the MCU with Captain America: Civil War, and Tim Roth’s Abomination took the stage for a brief moment in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings....

The pandemic halted productions for all of Marvel Studios’ projects, including the Disney+ shows . Now, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier finished shooting in Prague , WandaVision will hopefully wrap by next week , and Loki is still filming , so it seems like things are back on track with these shows. Soon, both Hawkeye and Ms. Marvel will begin production in November, with She-Hulk having cameras rolling by February 2021....

The Disney+ series Ms. Marvel from Marvel Studios has finally kicked off production in the last couple weeks, allowing for a number of set photos making their way onto the internet for fans to gaze upon. Showing off the very first looks at new starring actress Iman Vellani, both in her everyday clothes and in her own Captain Marvel-inspired costume , this is already set up to be one of the most exciting new projects Marvel Studios has to offer the next couple of years....

Use cinnamon essential oil for ants Shutterstock For most of us, ants are the biggest perpetrator. As soon as the weather warms up, these generally small bugs start to creep out of hiding. If you’ve ever had to kill an ant or two in your home, then you know that where you find one, you will ultimately find many more. Backyard farming expert, Maat van Uitert, suggests using cinnamon essential oil as an easy, safe, and non-toxic solution for getting rid of ants....

Spider-Man: No Way Home may be the most mysterious of the Phase 4 release as little official information is known about the trilogy-completing film. This film will follow the dramatic cliffhanger ending of Far From Home in which the wall-crawler’s secret identity was revealed to the world as J.K Simmons reprised his iconic role of J. Jonah Jameson. With several Spider-Man villains from past franchises set to return to their legendary roles many years later, including Alfred Molina’s Doc Ock and Jamie Foxx’s Electro, the film is expected to explore the multiverse....

Grand Admiral Thrawn is one of the most beloved Star Wars characters in the Legends continuity. Created by Timothy Zahn in 1991, Thrawn is perhaps best known for his first appearance in the Heir to the Empire trilogy, where he has been praised for his cunning and tactical superiority. The character was eventually brought over into the main Star Wars canon, being reintroduced in Star Wars: Rebels as one of the primary antagonists of season 3....