Author: Ross Fisher-Davis

Another day, another massive scam to hit the NFT community. This time, crypto and NFT enthusiasts were bitten hard by a scam involving brand new Cryptobatz NFT, when scammers took over a link posted to social media. An NFT series created by Sutter Systems in collaboration with metal god Ozzy Osbourne, Cryptobatz are a series of simple pixelart images of bats, subtly different and computer generated, that NFT collectors are going nuts for. Back on December 31st, the official Cryptobatz Twitter account posted a Discord link to get fans connected and ready for the ‘minting’ to take place. The problem…

In a groundbreaking medical procedure that may change the future of organ transplants as we know it, a 57-year old patient at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore has successfully received a pig’s heart to replace his own failing organ. Dr. Bartley Griffith and his team performed the 8-hour operation on January 7th. This is the first time a pig heart has been successfully been transplanted into a live human being. Organ recipient David Bennett is awake, and after a weekend in recovery, the heart is functioning well. An incredible step forward for medical science, the operation gives…

The incredible fossil of an absolutely huge aquatic animal has been discovered in the quiet English countryside. The massive Ichthyosaur fossil marks what experts are calling one of the most significant British paleontological discoveries in history. Found in a reservoir in the humble English county of Rutland, the fossil is both the largest and the most complete of its kind ever found in the UK. Truly a sea dragon, the fossil measures almost 33 feet in total length, and bears an immense skull weighing a metric ton. The discovery also marks the first time that remains of this particular sub-species…

The last few years have been good to fans of Robert Kirkman’s “Invincible.” A superhero comic known for lamp-shading genre stereotypes whilst simultaneously defying audience expectations, the series had a wildly popular 144 issue run. Which was then followed by an awesome animated adaptation from Amazon Studios. While fans are still awaiting the second season of the hit show, it seems there is trouble brewing between the original creators of the comic. William Crabtree, colorist of the first 50 issues of the hit Image comic, is suing writer Kirkman over claims of unpaid royalties. According to Crabtree, the “Invincible” colorist…

Say what you will about Logan Paul, but the man knows how to grab a headline. If he isn’t challenging some of the best fighters in the world to boxing matches, he’s spending a very literal fortune on Pokémon cards. When it comes to these pricey purchases, does Logan Paul have more money than sense? Internet sleuths at TCG website Pokébeach looking into Paul’s recent acquisition believe that he may have fallen for a huge scam. Back in December, Paul announced that he’d made a personal purchase. A sealed and allegedly authenticated box of six First Edition Gen 1 Pokémon…

Following one of the strangest stories from Silicon Valley in recent decades, on the seventh day of deliberation, a California jury has found Elizabeth Holmes, founder and CEO of medical tech company Theranos, guilty on three charges of fraud and one charge of conspiracy. They determined she was not guilty of a further charge of conspiracy and a further three fraud charges. The courtroom saw statements from ex-employees of Theranos, retail executives, and even a former US Defense Secretary- all witnesses to the strange tale of Theranos. Theranos was a company that made incredible, almost unbelievable claims. Its possible ‘revolutionary’…

The last painful wound of 2021 came on the very last day, as we lost philanthropist, comedian and all-round sweet old lady, Betty White. Passing at the age of 99, and still not old enough many say, White was a Los Angeles fixture for many of her century of years. Among the many places touched forever by the presence of Ms. White, the local tourist attraction Pink’s Hot Dogs on La Brea & Melrose is coming out to honor her once more. White was a long time patron of the hot dog stand, which is so popular it sees queues…

It’s been a rough few years for Kamala Khan. After discovering her incredible superpowers after her exposure to an alien mist, Kamala became Ms. Marvel, a street level hero protecting New Jersey while trying to survive high school, public infamy, and the everyday existence of a Pakistani Muslim girl in modern day America. In her brief time as a hero, Kamala has been a part of the Avengers, led teen superhero group the Champions, tussled with all manner of villains, and even traveled into space itself. The stresses of being a hero are taking their toll on young Kamala, and…

It’s with great anticipation that we return to the frostbitten world of The Continent. Amidst loss and confusion in the tense early days of a brutal war, the adventures of the unconventional family unit of Geralt, Yennefer and Ciri continues in Netflix’s “The Witcher” season 2. “The Witcher” is a complex story to adapt. With an unusual narrative structure, unconventional heroes and no happy endings in sight for anyone concerned, “The Witcher” is a tough cookie to bring to the screen. The first season showed us a complex interconnecting history of our protagonist, the monster hunter Geralt of Rivia (Henry…

Today we sadly say farewell to one of the most well-loved sons of the southwest. Comedian, actor, and singer Jethro has passed away. Born Geoffrey Rowe in the tiny Cornish village of St. Buryan in 1948, Rowe was the consummate Cornish lad, working as a tin miner and handyman in his local area. He played rugby for Penzance & Newlyn RFC, did odd jobs for farmers and was known as a friendly face to all. Eventually joining the St. Just operatic society as a bass singer, Rowe began his entertainment career touring the local pubs as both a singer and…