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John Madden Football — the iconic NFL video game that debuted in 1988 and made “Boom!” a common chord on your average living room soundtrack — fell short of induction, ceding the glory to The Legend of Zelda, The Oregon Trail, The Sims, Sonic the Hedgehog, Space Invaders and Grand Theft Auto III. Worthy candidates, all. But the snub stings for those who want sports video games to earn the same level of respect as its less athletic peers, a role reversal of the stereotypical teen drama high school hierarchy....

The annual prediction, using the latest version of Madden, was surprisingly accurate for its first seven years of existence, but it is batting only .500 over the last six years, according to Polygon. EA Sports revealed this year’s prediction on its YouTube page on Wednesday and if the video is to be believed, fans are in for a nail-biting finish on Sunday evening. The video posted by EA Sports claims the final play of the game will be a go-ahead touchdown pass from Patriots quarterback Tom Brady to receiver Julian Edelman on a 4th and 4 with 20 seconds left in the game....

The Japanese all-stars swept the first four games of last week’s “exhibition” series which, in Japan, was called the “Super Major Series” and was televised live, nationwide, every day, which might give you a hint about who thought it was an “exhibition” and who didn’t. And, as the saying goes, the Japanese made it look easy, in part because the U.S. players dozed at the plate and committed four errors in a single game....

In the clip, MTV’s Kurt Loder is invited behind the scenes of Madonna’s then-upcoming album, Ray of Light. Filmed in 1997, Loder asks Madonna about Jackson’s new album The Velvet Rope. The album photos raised eyebrows at the time because they displayed an edgier version of Jackson, including her nipple piercing visible through a latex suit and her hands tied up in bondage gear. “Have you heard the Janet Jackson record by any chance?...

More specifically, Wizards has announced that the following four cards will be “suspended” in Historic as of tomorrow, December 12: Once Upon a Time, Field of the Dead, Veil of Summer, and Oko, Thief of Crowns. While many Magic: The Gathering players are familiar with the concept of bans, as they relate to MTG’s constructed formats, “suspension” is a new concept that requires a bit of explanation. RELATED: Magic: The Gathering Arena Adding Highly-Requested Feature...

Theros: Beyond Death is the upcoming set for Magic: The Gathering, which sees a return to the plane of Theros. Theros has an Ancient Greek theme, with powerful enchantments, gods, and mythical monsters. Plane-specific mechanics include devotion and enchantment creatures. RELATED: Magic: The Gathering Next Set Brings Back Fan-Favorite Card Style The new cards revealed include two planeswalkers, their alternate arts, and an updated version of one of the gods of Theros....

Magic Johnson is pretty certain the Lakers aren’t going to be the ones to end the Warriors’ season-opening winning streak at 15. MORE: Magic Johnson in photos | LeBron marvels at Warriors’ health A win would give the reigning NBA champs a 16-0 record, breaking a tie with the 1948-49 Washington Capitols and the 1993-94 Rockets for the best start to an NBA season. Johnson, who won five NBA titles with the Lakers, remains a supporter of the franchise, but with the team owning a 2-11 record, he is not blinded by his loyalty....

Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio said after the game that every result leaves him with reflections, and we’re no different. Goal looks back on Friday’s historic win — Mexico’s first in qualification on American soil in more than 40 years — with these five thoughts: We already knew why coach Juan Carlos Osorio and Mexico continue to rate Rafa Marquez, but his performance in Friday’s game added another piece of evidence that Marquez has more to give his country than just experience....

Get a Discount on MAGIX Software’s Applications MAGIX knows that going back to school can be an expensive deal. Not only do parents now need to contend with books and stationary, but now that a lot of learning is computer-based, they now need to think about buying the right apps, too. Fortunately, MAGIX software is here with massive discounts on a wide range of its creativity-centric software. Here’s what is on offer in terms of video creation and design software:...

As a transgender woman I would like to thank you for your May 21 cover story (“The Mystery of Gender”). Far too many people have formed their opinions of people like myself from the likes of “The Jerry Springer Show” and endless other negative and sensationalistic portrayals that have been so prevalent in the media over the years. While my own transition has been an ongoing string of assaults (both verbal and physical), humiliations and discrimination (think endless and fruitless job interviews) for no other reason than who and what I am, articles like the one you published give me hope that future generations will not have to endure the same mistreatment....

Hillary and America ’ s Women I’m a 38-year-old female executive who is embarrassed to admit that I cannot remember the last time I voted (“What Women Want,” March 17). Recently, I’ve been eagerly anticipating primary results, feeling a surge of solidarity when watching Tina Fey on “Saturday Night Live” and getting choked up while reading your essays about Hillary Clinton, especially the one titled “Just Leave Your Mother Out of It....

According to the study, published in the scientific journal Risk Analysis, the rise of mail-in ballots in 2020 did not jeopardize the safety of the U.S. election process, despite what has been claimed for more than a year by Donald Trump and his allies while pushing false crimes of widespread voter fraud. In order to come to the conclusion, Natalie Scala, associate professor at Towson University and an expert in elections security, looked into the risks involved with mail-based voting, along with colleagues from the Towson and the U....

Trump has long been outspoken against universal mail-in voting, with some advocating for every eligible person to be sent ballots to cast absentee amid the COVID-19 crisis, suggesting the system will be susceptible to fraud. His claims, made without evidence of examples of widespread fraud previously, have been dismissed by some as made due to fears expanding such voting could contribute to a defeat. However, a recent study found that expanded mail-in voting, in states which had previously implemented it, did not have a partisan impact on results....

Until that game arrives, fans have fifteen other mainline titles to enjoy, with each bringing its own unique flavor. From steampunk skylines to medieval architecture, Final Fantasy has rarely followed a pre-set format despite series staples like Chocobos, Cid, and Hi-Potions. This has resulted in each game differing drastically in quality, and discovering which are worth a playthrough isn’t always a simple task. RELATED: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 2 Should Explore Red XIII’s Backstory More...

Ubisoft has set out to turn The Division: Heartland into a successful open-world survival action shooter with a heavier focus on rural America than previous titles in the series, according to these leaks. Despite The Division: Heartland not having an official release date, the information reportedly comes from a closed beta and gives a glimpse into the setting, time, and gameplay people can expect. RELATED: The Division Mobile Game is Being Made...

A Rasmussen Reports telephone and online survey found that 52 percent of likely U.S. voters think news organizations ignored the story in order to help Joe Biden’s campaign. It was revealed on December 9 that Hunter Biden is indeed under investigation over his finances, including claims of money laundering and alleged business dealings with foreign countries, including China. He denies that he engaged in any wrongdoing. The federal investigation was launched as early as 2018, but investigators did not reach out to Hunter Biden in the weeks prior to the election because of department policy surrounding elections that prohibits overt investigative acts....

The news comes as donations to a GoFundMe page set up by a family friend to help the Nobles with the 17-year-old cheerleader’s medical expenses surpass the $189,000 mark. On Sunday, the family—who live in Prosper, Texas—said in an update posted to the Facebook group “Makayla’s Fight” that the teen had another “low key weekend day” at the rehab facility where she is currently undergoing several forms of therapy....

“Just my luck,” Dole said. “You come for me now, just when I’m putting it all together. I really had a chance this time.” “Study to shew thyself approved unto God!” the angel intoned, hovering a few feet off the ground, his wings fluttering gently, creating a balmy, almost narcotic breeze that reminded Dole of his Bal Harbour condo. “So you guys really talk like that–Biblical?” the senator asked. “Will I finally be able to play golf ....

One such exhibitor is ESR, which is coming to CES in 2023 to showcase its newest and existing developments to the world. Here’s what you have to look forward to. Who is ESR? This company focuses on a simple design philosophy that less is more. Whether it be from form or function, ESR aims to produce products that are simple and easy to use, without any needless convolution. ESR’s focus is on producing products with impressive customer support and with users at the center of everything it creates....

Tilbury told Newsweek in an exclusive that she has always believed in herself and had the courage to take the challenge of starting a new business. “My motto is: Dare to dream it, dare to believe it, and dare to do it. And most people don’t,” she said. “Most people kind of have a dream, but they don’t dare to believe in their dream.” The 49-year-old added: “Believe, believe, believe....