His Optimus Prime voice was inspired by his older brother, a decorated US Marine and Vietnam War veteran, who suggested he should play the character as “a real hero, don’t be a Hollywood hero”. “He said, ‘Don’t go yelling and screaming. He’s strong enough to be gentle.’ “And that resonated with me, and I could
New York Comic Con has unveiled its 2026 professional programming schedule, expanding the offering from last year’s slate. Led by NYCC produced ReedPop, the event will kick off for industry professionals Oct. 7, with Retailer Day and continue with programming throughout the weekend. NYCC proper will run Oct. 8-11 at the Javits Center in New
US Air Force personnel recently trained on a layered approach to countering drones, using artificial intelligence to spot them, electronic warfare to disrupt them, and shotguns as a last line of defense. The recent exercise highlights the US military’s growing focus on having a variety of kinetic and non-kinetic systems to defend against uncrewed aerial
In May, a UN court at The Hague rejected a bid for his release from jail as he was nearing the end of his life. The judge agreed his situation was “dire” but ruled that he was receiving “comprehensive and compassionate treatment” in prison. Mladić – who never recognised the UN court – had been
Anonymous Content has hired Steve Shikiya to serve as the management company’s chief operating officer. In his new role, Shikiya will report directly to Anonymous president and CEO Darren Walker. He will oversee day-to-day business operations, including finance, corporate development, business affairs, and human resources. “Steve has spent his career helping ambitious, independent companies like
Guernsey have only reached this stage of qualification once, in 2024. The following year they were knocked out by the Netherlands and missed out on a chance to play in the 2026 edition of the competition in India and Sri Lanka. Thomson said: “It’s just the way it is with the numbers and depth of