Author: Amy Davis

English actor, comedian, and screenwriter Simon Pegg dropped some huge news during Creation Entertainment’s annual Trek to Vegas convention in Las Vegas. On the same day, Skydance and Paramount closed their $8 billion merger, making Skydance’s David Ellison the new Chairman and CEO. During a panel on August 7th, Pegg explained how Ellison may help bring the long-awaited 4th “Star Trek” film in the Kelvin Universe to fruition. Pegg has starred as Scotty in the three previous films in this branch of the long-running sci-fi franchise. Starting with 2009’s “Star Trek” and 2013’s “Into Darkness” directed/produced by J.J. Abrams, followed…

Letting pets sleep in bed with you is a hotly debated issue, with 56% of owners letting them do it. Most common household animals like dogs and cats are born in litters, giving them the natural instinct to sleep close to family. So there is no denying that co-sleeping with pets is emotionally healthy, however, many argue it’s unsanitary. Not to mention the risk of having your companion turn into a complete bed hog or getting the zoomies. Sleepy Hippo’s bedside pet beds offer a unique solution to this issue with a pet bed, next to your bed.  Bedside Pet…

In Tennessee, Monroe County Schools have yanked more than 574 books from their libraries. While book bannings are becoming a disturbing trend in the U.S., most are pulled for things like violence or sexuality. However, this crop of forbidden books included several about cats and dogs. These titles include the salacious “The Complete Book of Cats” and “The New Encyclopedia of the Cat.” And let’s not forget their also banned canine counterpart, “The Complete Book of Dogs.” Banning Cats Supposedly, all of these books were removed to comply with recent changes to Tennessee’s Age-Appropriate Materials Act. According to Xan Lasko,…

Do you like busting a move even if you aren’t a particularly good dancer? Well, you’re among friends here and at Brooklyn Cyclones games! During their match on August 2nd the stadium had a “Seinfeld” night in honor of the 1990’s show about nothing. They also held an Elaine Dance Contest to see who could imitate Elaine Benes’ (Julia Louis-Dreyfus)…unique style of shaking a leg.  On the show it is a running joke that Elaine cannot dance but does so anyway. As her friend, George Costanza (Jason Alexander), explains it’s “a full-body dry heave set to music.” Her particular set…

The Tony Award-winning cultural phenomenon “Hamilton” is turning 10 this year, and is finally getting its big screen debut. In 2020, Disney bought a filmed version of the stage musical about the life of former president Alexander Hamilton for $75 million. The company planned to give it a theatrical release in 2021, but COVID-19 delayed those plans until now. This performance ultimately appeared on Disney+, where it won two Emmys. “Hamilton” is now set to hit theaters in America, Canada, and Puerto Rico on September 5th! It’ll hit the big screen in the UK and Ireland on September 26th, and…

For over 10,000 years, humans have cohabitated with cats, so you’d think we’d know how to communicate by now. In honor of International Cat Day (Friday, August 8th), we’re going to look at some unique ways that kitties say “I love you.” Sometimes what you think makes them a homicidal furball is really a sign of their deep devotion. Unique Cat Behaviors For example, some indoor-outdoor cats will bring home presents in the form of dead mice, lizards, and other small animals. While most humans find this disgusting, it’s the cat’s way of sharing their hunting success with you. My…

Tripadvisor has announced their 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards, including Best Amusement Park in the United States. Dollywood took the #1 slot for the third time in four years, beating out Disneyland, LEGOland, and Universal Studios. It also came in at #11 on the travel website’s global ranking, making it the only North American park to crack the top 15.  Tripadvisor uses high volumes of “above-and-beyond reviews and opinions” from its community over the past 12 months to determine these rankings. “This award is humbling, because it is derived from real reviews left by our actual guests…

Is your cat out of this world? Are they constantly going where no feline has gone before? Well, how about giving them control of their own spaceship? Etsy seller WoodnWag has created a “Star Trek” inspired cat tree that gives your feline their own Terok Nor! Not only is it cute, it’s also built to be sturdy and comfortable for your four-legged friend. Giving them the purrrfect command center to perch or play or just rule all the galaxy they survey. These cat trees are made from dry red wood, MDF, and a choice of either black or beige carpet.…

The late paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren are probably best known for inspiring  “The Conjuring” horror franchise. Like the films, they ran an occult museum attached to their Connecticut home, which houses many relics from their travels. This includes the notorious and allegedly haunted Annabelle doll, which inspired several movies of her own.  Matt Rife and YouTuber Elton Castee have just announced that they have purchased the Warren’s home and museum! “I have officially purchased Ed and Lorraine Warren’s home and Occult Museum, including being the legal guardian for at least the next 5 years, of the entire haunted…

From horror hosting to toy lines, is there anything that Elvira can’t do? She has collaborated with As Above So Below distillery to launch Elvira, Mistress of the Dark Autumnal Gin! This new gin is “a bewitching blend as sexy and mysterious as Elvira herself.” It is distilled with a blend of autumnal botanicals featuring juniper, black cardamom, allspice, mugwort, and sage. These spices are, of course, topped off with a touch of magic. Creating a hauntingly smooth flavor profile, complete with a spine-tingling finish. Making it just as enchanting straight as it is blended in with a devilishly good…