Author: Monica Williams

I'm a nerd who is big on anime, video games, and all things spooky.

The Loch Ness Center in Scotland needs monster hunters and volunteers for the largest monster search since the 1970s! The visitor attraction plans on using drones capable of producing thermal images of the lake. The new search is set for the weekend of August 26th and 27th. This search is being billed as the largest Loch Ness Monster search since 1972. The Loch Ness Centre is located at the old Drumnadrochit Hotel, where the 1933 manager Aldie Mackay claimed to see “Nessie.” Loch Ness is the largest body of freshwater in the United Kingdom, as well as the deepest. Since…

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Three women in southern Montana were injured after a rare river otter attack. The women were attacked while floating on inner tubes, one needed to be airlifted to a hospital for her injuries. The attack happened on a remote portion of the Jefferson River near the town of Cardwell. The area is known for being popular with anglers and recreational floaters. Morgan Jacobsen with Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks confirms that at least one otter approached the women around 8:15pm on August 2nd. The women were able to make it to shore and call 911 for assistance. All three women…

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After many years, “Monopoly” is finally going to be a movie. It will be the first project from Lionsgate, following their purchase of Hasbro’s Entertainment One (eOne) for $500 million earlier this month. While we’re not really sure why someone thinks “Monopoly” would be a good film idea, it’s happening. Over the years, several entities have talked about making this film. Big names like Kevin Hart and even Ridley Scott have been in talks about this project. Yet somehow, nothing ever helped this potential film get off the ground. One can only imagine the ideas being kicked around for this…

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CEO of the American arm of Bloomsbury Publishing Adrienne Vaughan has died in a tragic boating accident. Vaughan started working for Bloomsbury US in 2020, and served the last two years as president. The incident occurred off Italy’s Amalfi Coast on August 4th. Vaughan and her family were riding a motorboat that collided with a sailing vessel. Her husband and two children survived the accident. Vaughan’s death is currently being investigated by the Prosecutor’s office in Salerno. Vaughan was the president of Bloomsbury US, the American arm of Bloomsbury Publishing in the UK. Bloomsbury is the publishing house that printed…

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Animated series “Lackadaisy” will be starting with their first season after raising $1 million in less than a week! The funds will be used to create a first season consisting of 5 episode. Iron Circus Animation, the producer for the show, started a new crowdfunding campaign and raised more than enough funds. The campaign’s original goal was $125,000, but the viral success of the pilot episode helped earn more than the company expected. “Lackadaisy” is a prohibition-era webcomic by Tracy Butler, animated by Iron Circus Animation. The pilot was directed by Fable Siegel. Within 4 months of being released, the…

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Hit movie of the summer “Barbie” is coming to MAX this Fall, according to Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav. The picture has been such a success, Zaslav couldn’t stop praising it during the Q2 earnings call. Greta Gerwig’s film has surpassed expectations across the board, as it has grossed nearly $1 billion during its first two weeks. Future “Barbie” projects are already in the works due to the worldwide success. The film is generally well received by audiences. “Barbie is really important for us,” Zaslav said. As “Barbie” continues crushing the box office, many are looking forward to streaming…

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Disney has a history of making films based off their rides and attractions. “Pirates of the Caribbean” created a whole lucrative franchise. “Haunted Mansion” (2023) director Justin Simien wants to bring another classic Disneyland attraction to the silver screen with “Captain EO.” The 3D sci-fi musical attraction starring Michael Jackson was featured at Disneyland and Walt Disney World from the mid 80s to late 90s. The short film was directed by Francis Ford Coppola, and written by George Lucas, Rusty Lemorande, and Coppola. The short follows Captain EO (Jackson) and his crew on their mission to save a planet from…

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Lizzo has been hit with a lawsuit from three of her former touring dancers. The lawsuit alleges the singer committed assault, sexual harassment, and discrimination against the trio. Former dancers Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez filed the suit with the Los Angeles Superior Court on August 1st. The dancers claim they were forced to attend and participate in sex shows while on tour, along with several other shocking complaints. The dancers named Lizzo, real name Melissa Jefferson, Big Girl Big Touring Inc., and Shirlene Quigley, head of the dance team, as the defendants. “As the headlining act of…

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“Wonder Woman 3” is reportedly being worked on as DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran revive the project. Star Gal Gadot is slated to return, as well as actively developing the film with Gunn and Safran. The project was considered dead in the water following the exit of previous director Patty Jenkins. “I love portraying Wonder Woman,” Gadot told ComicBook.com. “It’s so close to and dear to my heart. From what I heard from James and from Peter is that we’re gonna develop a Wonder Woman 3 together.” It is good to hear”Wonder Woman 3″ is going to happen after all.…

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Taco Bell Corp. is facing a class action lawsuit that alleges false advertisement. Frank Siragusa claims the company advertisements misrepresent the amount of ingredients in the Crunchwrap Supreme and Mexican Pizza items. The lawsuit was filed on July 31st by Siragusa on behalf of himself and other customers in New York who purchased the items. The lawsuit contains various examples of how the advertisements show more ingredients like beef and beans. Compared to the amount you actually receive when ordering these items, the difference is huge. Siragusa is seeking $5 million for New York Taco Bell customers who bought the…

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