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10 Best Songs of the Last 10 Years
The last decade has been an excellent one for music fans in every genre, with the release of countless phenomenal albums and hit singles by both new artists and ones who have been making music for a long time. There have been so many excellent songs released this past decade, but the very best are notable for their unique sound, well-written lyrics, and beautiful vocals.
There are 10 songs in particular that really stand out as the best ones to be released between the years of 2016 and 2026. From gut-wrenching ballads that will have you sobbing, to fast-paced songs that will make you want to get up and dance, these songs all stand out amongst the rest. These are the 10 best songs of the last decade, ranked.
10
“Don’t Start Now” (2019)
Dua Lipa
In her 2021 GRAMMYS acceptance speech for Best Pop Vocal Album for her 2020 album, Future Nostalgia, Dua Lipa spoke about intentionally centering happiness in the album. Future Nostalgia‘s lead single, “Don’t Start Now,” perfectly exemplifies this. The upbeat nu-disco breakup song describes bouncing back from heartbreak with a new attitude, acknowledging the past pain but ready to move forward and come out of it stronger.
“Don’t Start Now” is the sort of song that you just can’t help but get up and dance to, with its excellent beat and empowering lyrics. Lipa has had a number of wonderful hit songs this past decade. That said, “Don’t Start Now” really stands out with its reflective and playful lyrics, excellent production, and amazing utilization of her powerful vocals – especially in that final chorus after the bridge.
9
“All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” (2021)
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift‘s “All Too Well” was first released as one of the songs on her fourth album, Red, in 2012. When Swift re-recorded the album and released Red (Taylor’s Version) in 2021, she added nine tracks “from the vault,” including the long-anticipated 10-minute version of All Too Well. Nearly twice the length of the original version, “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” somehow improves on the already-breathtaking ballad with the addition of new verses that deepen the meaning of the song.
“All Too Well” was always a devastating song about heartbreak and the struggle to let go, but “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” is downright haunting. The song describes additional and very specific memories that the narrator had with her love, as well as the ways that she had to compromise pieces of herself to hold onto this love. “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” describes both losing a great love, and the desperation of needing confirmation that this meant even a fraction as much to the other person as it did to her. The whole song is stunning, but there is something so agonizingly beautiful about that final verse, where Swift asks, “And did the twin flame bruise paint you blue? Just between us, did the love affair maim you, too?”
8
“DtMF” (2025)
Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny is a true standout amongst the last decade of musicians, and his Grammy-Award-winning 2025 album, DeBÍ TiRAR Más FOToS (which translates to “I Should Have Taken More Photos”) is especially extraordinary. The album’s titular song and fourth single, “DtMF,” hits on its core themes of love, loss, and the gentrification of Puerto Rico in a poignant way, and it just has a really excellent beat. “DtMF” combines the Afro-Puerto Rican music style plena with thoughtful and sweetly sad lyrics for a truly memorable song.
In “DtMF,” Bad Bunny reflects on the loss of a past love, expressing regrets about the additional memories that he could have had with loved ones. He describes struggling to enjoy the present while wishing for more time with a past love, to say everything that was left unsaid and take more pictures. He also talks about moving on and experiencing life with his loved ones while still wishing his past love could be there, simultaneously appreciating special present-day moments while mourning ones that can never be recreated.
7
“Vodka Cranberry” (2025)
Conan Gray
Nobody writes about heartache and longing quite like Conan Cray does, as proven once again by his 2025 album, Wishbone. The album’s lead single, “Vodka Cranberry,” is one of the most raw and gut-wrenching breakup songs of the last decade. “Vodka Cranberry” tells the story of a lovesick narrator realizing that his love is no longer requited, and trying to bring himself to cut off the relationship rather than stay with someone who can no longer return that love.
“Vodka Cranberry” is the sort of song that knocks the wind out of you. It has beautiful and deeply personal lyrics, such as, “Yeah, I notice everything you do since the time we took a break; everybody knows you don’t love me the same.” Gray’s vocals on this song, too, are particularly impressive – most notably that stunning high note at the end of the bridge that smoothly transitions into a goosebumps-inducing key change for the final chorus.
6
“Not Like Us” (2024)
Kendrick Lamar
This past decade saw the release of three studio albums and a number of excellent singles by Kendrick Lamar. A particular standout is Lamar’s 2024 diss track, “Not Like Us,” which he released as part of an ongoing feud with Drake. This feud inspired multiple brilliantly-written and scathing songs from Lamar, including “Euphoria” and “Meet the Grahams,” but “Not Like Us” is the best and most iconic song to come out of this feud.
“Not Like Us” is an absolutely ruthless and deeply specific diss track that does not hold back at all, using unbelievably clever wordplay and a phenomenal beat to call Drake out with an extensive list of grievances and misdeeds. Unsurprisingly, the song blew up when it was released, and it is considered to be the track that won the battle for Lamar. It also went on to win five Grammy Awards the following year.
5
“The Cure” (2026)
Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia Rodrigo has had some of the biggest songs of the past decade, with hits like “Driver’s License,” Good 4 U,” and “Vampire.” Her 2026 album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, is the perfect addition to her existing discography, with insightful love songs and gutting heartbreak songs. The album’s second single, “The Cure,” is a notable standout from the last decade, both for its sound and its lyrics. With “The Cure,” Rodrigo acknowledges the notion that young people, particularly young women, have always been told: that a happily ever after lies in finding romantic love with the right person. Here, Rodrigo questions, what happens if you’re happily in love, but you’re still not happy?
“The Cure” is a deeply introspective and vulnerable song that describes being in love and wanting to enjoy that feeling, but having to deal with this positive thing being drowned out by mental health struggles and personal insecurities. The entire song is absolutely devastating, as the narrator admits over and over to both herself and her love that the relationship is just not enough to save her. It all builds up to one of the most breathtaking bridges of this last decade, which layers multiple harmonies of Rodrigo repeatedly singing, “I’m unraveled,” before moving into an absolutely gutting lamentation: “Why can’t you come stitch me up? Why can’t it ever be enough?”
4
“Good Luck, Babe!” (2024)
Chappell Roan
Following the release of her debut album, The Ride and Fall of a Midwest Princess, in 2023, Chappell Roan released “Good Luck, Babe!” as a single the following year. The song quickly exploded in popularity, and it’s easy to see why. With devastating lyrics about compulsory heterosexuality set to a wildly catchy synth-pop beat, “Good Luck, Babe!” is one of the most unique and captivating songs of the last decade.
In the song, Roan describes falling in love with a woman who feels the same way, but who is still trying to convince herself that she is straight. Throughout the song, the narrator reflects on her own pain and what she wants out of a relationship, while simultaneously warning the subject of the song that she will regret this one day. The entire song is electric from start to finish, but especially notable are the gut-punch of a bridge, and the haunting last lyric from the chorus, “You’d have to stop the world just to stop the feeling.”
3
“Blinding Lights” (2019)
The Weeknd
The Weeknd has some of the biggest hits of this past decade, including “Starboy” and “Save Your Tears,” but his 2019 single, “Blinding Lights,” is especially fantastic. The synth-pop song has a great beat and a fast pace that makes it impossible not to get up to sing and dance along to, but even more impressive is how the upbeat sound disguises quietly sad and pensive lyrics. The Weeknd has perfected the art of weaving devastating lyrics into catchy dance songs, and this is especially evident in “Blinding Lights.”
In a 2020 interview with Esquire, The Weeknd said that “Blinding Lights” is about an overpowering loneliness and desperation to see someone, that leads the narrator to take a risky late-night drive. There is an air of longing and heartache that lingers over “Blinding Lights” that pairs perfectly with its strong beat and excellent production. If listeners pay close attention, they’re rewarded with beautifully gutting lyrics, like, “I’m just walking by to let you know, I could never say it on the phone, will never let you go this time.”
2
“Formation” (2016)
Beyoncé
If you look back on the past several decades, Beyoncé is responsible for some of the most incredible songs of each, and 2016–2026 is no exception. “Formation” was released as a single ahead of Beyoncé’s iconic 2016 album, “Lemonade,” and it is no doubt one of the very best songs from this decade. Combining the music styles of trap and bounce with clever and powerful lyrics, “Formation” is Beyoncé’s celebration of her heritage and her identity as a Black woman.
Following its release, “Formation” won a number of awards, including the Grammy Award for Best Music Video the following year. Beyoncé’s 2016 Super Bowl performance of “Formation” is one of the most breathtaking and defining live performances of this past decade. At this point, now a decade after its release, “Formation” already has an impressive legacy. It is also truly just a stunningly well-made and well-written song, with lyrics that urge those hearing it to listen closely, all up until its perfect and cheeky final line: “Always stay gracious, best revenge is your paper.”
1
“Black Swan” (2020)
BTS
What happens to a musician when they lose their passion for the thing they love the most? Who do they become, when music can no longer make them feel what it used to? “Black Swan,” the first single from BTS‘ (first, ahead of BE) 2020 album, “Map of the Soul: 7,” tackles this question head-on. The song is a deeply personal confession of this fear, both responding to and building off of the iconic quote by choreographer Martha Graham (which is quoted at the start of the official “Black Swan” art film): “A dancer dies twice — once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful.” “Black Swan” is an achingly intimate and confessional song with gut-wrenchingly honest lyrics that almost feel like we the listeners shouldn’t be allowed to hear.
Sonically, “Black Swan” is absolutely beautiful. It has excellent production, breathtaking vocals from Jin, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook, and captivating rap verses from RM, Suga, and J-Hope, all set to a powerful beat with stunning instrumentals. What really makes “Black Swan” so outstanding, though, is how painfully raw it both sounds and feels. The entirety of “Black Swan” reveals BTS’ fear of losing their passion for music, with stunning lyrics that describe that feeling as one of drowning and ending up on the ocean floor, and it never undercuts its meaning by trying to provide a solution beyond simply continuing to have hope in the face of this very real possibility. “Black Swan” is unrelenting in its depiction of this terrifying fear and the unbelievable pain that accompanies it, leaving listeners with a mix of both hope and unease in the wake of this confession when the song concludes. It’s an impressive and awe-inspiring feat that’s by no means easy to pull off, and it’s the final element that cements “Black Swan” as an absolute masterpiece.
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Meghan Markle‘s axed Netflix series is up for an Emmy award, and she couldn’t be prouder.
The Duchess of Sussex marked the nomination with a heartfelt post, crafting the perfect response worthy of her royal status.
Although Meghan Markle was beaming with joy over her show’s achievement, some fans and critics had a different reaction to the news.
After the Daytime Emmy nominations were revealed on Tuesday, July 14, Meghan updated her social media feed the following day with a promotional picture of her lifestyle series. The image captured her outdoors, flashing a radiant smile as she held a bouquet of pink flowers.
The words “Create wonder in every moment,” alongside the series’ name, “With Love, Meghan,” were written across the picture. An excited Meghan reacted to the show’s Emmy nomination in the Instagram post’s caption, celebrating the achievement as a joint effort. In her words:
“A huge congratulations to the amazing crew, producers, and team who worked on ‘With Love, Meghan’ on @netflix. We are nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lifestyle Series!”
Fans Call Out The Former Actress’s Emmy Nomination
The Emmys announced Meghan’s show’s nomination on X, revealing that she was up for the Outstanding Lifestyle Series award alongside four other shows. The nominees were “A Different Breed,” “George to the Rescue,” “The Motherhood,” and “The Wizard of Paws.”
The Duchess’s nomination with these shows did not sit well with fans, with some speculating that she bought her way into the list. Someone claimed Meghan failed to make it into the culinary category despite that being the focus of her show and stole the spotlight from shows linked to charitable causes.
Another fan agreed, noting the former actress’s Netflix series had been “mocked, laughed at, ridiculed, [and] talked about all throughout the world.” They added that her show was “the most inauthentic lifestyle show ever made,” dubbing it “a clown show for a clown award.”
“F-ck me, the Emmy nomination can be bought? ‘With Love, Meghan,’ sorry but WTF did you even watch it!? It’s not even accurate; most of the stuff is copied from TikTok,” an X user argued. A fellow critic wondered how a canceled show managed to score an Emmy nomination, alleging that she “clearly bought” her spot.
The Duchess Of Sussex’s Netflix Series Isn’t Up For Season 3
The comments about Meghan’s axed show referenced Netflix’s decision not to move forward with season 3. PEOPLE covered the story in January, reporting that the streaming giant had no plans to continue the lifestyle series after two seasons.
A source broke the news, telling the outlet that a third season was off the table, but it wasn’t a permanent cancellation. They claimed Netflix might consider launching specials or one-off projects tied to the series in the future, as they did in December 2025.
“With Love, Meghan” had a holiday special that launched on December 3, 2025. It was a one-hour festive episode that captured Meghan sharing tips for hosting holiday events. She also revealed more about her life with Prince Harry and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The As Ever Founder Cut Ties With The Streaming Platform
When news of the series’ cancellation dropped, Netflix was still a partner in the Duchess’s lifestyle brand, As Ever. She launched the brand with the first season of “With Love, Meghan” in March 2025. Fast forward to March 2026, the duo was no longer a team.
Insiders told The Sun that Meghan had split from Netflix and was happier controlling her brand without the streaming giant. She allegedly felt like her lifestyle line was being “held back” by the platform. Despite their separation as partners, the pair were still “on good terms.”
“It’s a good time for Meghan to have complete control, given recent successes. Netflix has been a good partner, but she’s wanted to go global with the brand for some time,” a source explained. They noted that the former actress’s global expansion was delayed “by the more cautious Netflix team.”
Meghan Markle’s Netflix Partnership Was Allegedly A Lost Cause
Weeks after claims of Netflix and Meghan’s amicable separation as partners, The Blast reported that other sources painted a different narrative. These insiders argued that the streaming platform suffered significant losses from their deal with the Duchess and chose to cut their relationship short.
One source claimed the platform invested millions in their deal with the media personality, but they did not see “a return whatsoever.” There were also claims of Netflix’s team having a hard time on the lifestyle series because they “did not enjoy working with Meghan.”
Although there were claims of tension between the Duchess and Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, both sides denied the rumors. Sarandos has been a consistent supporter of the Sussexes, once claiming the million-dollar deal with Prince Harry and his wife was “a big discovery model” for Netflix.
Eminem‘s ex-wife, Kim Scott, was rushed to a Michigan hospital on Saturday, July 11, and footage shows her being taken out of a home on a gurney before she’s put into an ambulance.
TMZ shared the footage on Tuesday, July 14, and the paramedics reportedly responded after receiving an emergency call to Scott’s Chesterfield home at around 8:00 p.m.
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Eminem’s Ex-Wife Kim Scott Rushed To The Hospital
TMZ reports that the Chesterfield Fire Department received a call at approximately 8: 00 p.m. in regard to an “Unconscious/Fainting” individual.
The outlet also noted that the EMS report listed “Hemorrhage/Laceration” as the incident type. EMS workers responded to the emergency call along with the Chesterfield Police Department.
She was rushed to the McLaren Macomb Hospital, but CPD officers would not say what her condition was.
Footage shows that Scott did appear to slightly move her head while being transported out of her home on the gurney. And a picture of her taken from the back of the ambulance, shown in TMZ’s report, appears to show her eyes open.
@tmz 🙏😱 Eminem’s ex-wife Kim Scott seems to be in trouble again … this time, paramedics removed her from her Michigan home on a gurney after receiving an emergency call … and we’ve got footage.
Kim Scott Arrested For OWI In May
Scott was arrested in May for allegedly hitting a parked car while intoxicated. According to CBS News, she was arrested after failing a Breathalyzer test.
Eminem’s ex-wife was also arrested in February for an OWI after allegedly hitting another vehicle while under the influence.
After she skipped a scheduled court appearance in June, two bench warrants were issued. However, they were canceled after she turned herself in, per WDIV. Per the outlet, Scott has a sentencing scheduled for 9 a.m. on August 13.
Eminem And Scott Were Married And Divorced Twice
Eminem and his ex-wife married and divorced twice. The ‘My Name Is’ rapper, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, met Scott when they were teenagers. According to PEOPLE, they had their daughter, Hailie Scott, in 1995.
They married for the first time in 1999 but divorced in 2001. The couple married again in 2006. Scott and Eminem divorced for the last time in 2007.
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A major Marvel rumor is making waves online, with reports claiming that Adam Driver is being lined up to play Magneto in Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated X-Men reboot.
The casting rumor quickly gained traction after surfacing through industry scoopers before spreading across social media, Reddit, and several entertainment news outlets. While Marvel Studios has yet to confirm the report, Driver’s name has rapidly become one of the most talked about possibilities for the iconic mutant leader.
If the rumor proves true, Driver would become the third major actor to portray Erik Lehnsherr on the big screen, following legendary performances by Sir Ian McKellen and Michael Fassbender. The role is widely considered one of Marvel’s most complex characters, requiring an actor capable of balancing both villainy and sympathy, something many fans believe Driver has consistently demonstrated throughout his career.
Adding even more excitement to the speculation is the timing. Marvel Studios is expected to return to Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con later this month, and many insiders believe the presentation could serve as the stage for the studio’s first official X-Men casting announcements. While rumors continue to point toward Hall H as the place where Marvel could unveil its new mutant lineup, the studio has not confirmed that any X-Men casting announcements are planned, making the speculation just that for now.
Recent reports have suggested Marvel is assembling a fresh roster of mutants following the events of Avengers: Secret Wars, with younger actors reportedly being sought for characters like Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, and Nightcrawler. Veteran actors are still believed to be in the mix for legacy characters such as Magneto and Professor X, making Driver’s rumored involvement a believable fit if Marvel chooses to go that route.
Magneto, Marvel
Driver is no stranger to blockbuster franchises, having portrayed Kylo Ren throughout Disney’s Star Wars sequel trilogy while also earning Academy Award nominations for Marriage Story and BlacKkKlansman. His ability to portray emotionally layered characters has made him a longtime fan favorite for several Marvel roles.
For now, however, fans should approach the rumor with caution. Marvel Studios has remained silent regarding its X-Mencast, and numerous names have been linked to the reboot over the past year without becoming official.
With San Diego Comic-Con just around the corner, fans may not have to wait much longer to learn who will lead the next generation of Marvel’s mutants. Whether Adam Driver ultimately dons Magneto’s iconic helmet remains to be seen, but if the Hall H rumors prove accurate, the official reveal could be just days away.
Fresh off one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year, Travis Kelce is facing a new wave of criticism, this time over a promotional campaign that appeared to capitalize on the couple’s highly publicized nuptials.
While many fans celebrated the playful nod to his marriage to Taylor Swift, others accused the NFL star of turning a deeply personal milestone into a marketing opportunity, igniting a spirited debate across social media.
The debate began after Accelerator Active Energy unveiled a new advertisement featuring Travis Kelce, who serves as both an ambassador and co-owner of the zero-sugar energy drink brand.
Rather than quietly congratulating the NFL star on his marriage, the campaign leaned heavily into the wedding itself.
One image shared on Instagram showed Kelce smiling over his shoulder while holding a can, with the words “Happily. Ever. After,” written above it.
Another featured a vintage red pickup truck decorated with “Just Married” across the back as cans of the beverage trailed behind it, an apparent nod to Kelce and Swift’s wedding at New York City’s Madison Square Garden.
The company reinforced the theme in its caption, writing, “The love story continues. CONGRATS @killatrav!!!”
The campaign quickly made its way to Reddit, where critics argued the advertisement blurred the line between celebrating a personal milestone and monetizing it.
Several commenters accused Travis Kelce of turning one of the biggest moments of his personal life into another branding opportunity.
One user remarked, “To anyone who believes this marriage is anything but a business arrangement: I have some beach property in Kansas to sell you.”
Another user with similar sentiments shared, “I feel like I’m being gaslighted when calling out this blatant monetization of an egotistical couple. Please please let them fail with their endeavours.”
Others were far less subtle. “This is embarrassing. This is the stuff you expect off those scummy influencers who post their kids online not from a (what I’m aware, I’m not American) successful sports person married to a A List pop star,” one angry user shared.
Travis Kelce’s Advertisement Sparked A Second Conversation About AI
As criticism mounted, attention shifted away from the wedding references and toward the campaign’s creative execution.
Some Reddit users became convinced parts of the advertisement had been created using artificial intelligence after spotting what they believed were visual inconsistencies throughout the images.
One Reddit user pointed to several details, writing, “Holy AI. I need another New Yorker to confirm that I’m not far off, but if you stand at 34th & 6th, the Empire State Building is that far away, and you wouldn’t see it head on like that, only from the side.”
They also added, “And to be able to see the building and Macy’s at the same time as this picture suggests, Macy’s would have to be on your left hand side.”
Others described the campaign as unsettling rather than innovative, with one person writing, “SUPER weird. Subtle marketing would work so well for them but they rolled out their nuptials in the most obvious, tacky way.”
Kelce Also Found Plenty Of Fans Defending The Campaign
Not everyone saw the advertisement as a misstep. On Instagram, many supporters embraced the campaign as a fun extension of Travis Kelce and Swift’s wedding celebrations, filling the comments with congratulatory messages instead of criticism.
“This ad is so good. Congrats to our beautiful souls, Travis and Taylor,” one fan wrote.
Another commented, “Love me some accelerator and Travis!! Go chiefs and go Taylor!! Ready to stock up!!” while a third added, “Congratulations! Such a beautiful day of celebration for all who love Travis and Taylor!”
A fourth fan also noted, “Ah this is so cute. Congratulations t and t,” while a fifth added, “Congratulations!!!! I am very proud of both y’all fr a love story.”
Travis Kelce And Taylor Swift’s New Companion Delights Fans
Even as debate continues over Kelce’s wedding-themed advertisement, the newlyweds have also given fans something far less controversial to celebrate.
Swift and Kelce reportedly expanded their family by quietly welcoming a fluffy white Samoyed into their home, marking a new chapter in their life together after tying the knot earlier this month.
While many only recently began speculating about the pup after it appeared in a framed wedding photo, sources shared that the couple actually adopted the dog months before saying “I do.”
The pet was recently spotted accompanying Kelce after he stepped off Swift’s private jet in Florida, further fueling excitement among fans.
The addition is especially notable because Swift has long been known as a devoted cat owner to Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson and Benjamin Button, making the Samoyed her first publicly known dog.
Kate Upton and Justin Verlander’s relationship has had some ups and downs, but overall, the couple has knocked it out of the park romance wise.
The pair has baseball to thank for their meet-cute, working together in February 2012 on the set of a commercial for the Major League Baseball 2K12 video game. Nearly a year later, the duo made their relationship public in January 2013.
Although they split in mid-2013, they were back together by January 2014, reuniting in the Bahamas for a romantic getaway. Two years later, the MLB player popped the question and after Verlander won the World Series with the Houston Astros in November 2017, they headed to Italy to tie the knot the same month.
“I knew she was doing a change, but didn’t know what it was,” Verlander exclusively told Us Weekly in March 2018 of his wife’s surprise wedding dress change into a sheer Christy Rilling Studio gown. “The second I saw her in that, I was like, ‘OK, time to go. Let’s get out of here. Wedding over!”
The duo honeymooned in Europe, beginning in Puglia, Italy, with the pitcher telling Us that he and Upton are “doers” who “want to experience towns and cities wherever we are.” He described the romantic trip, saying, “We rented a car and drove to little towns. We learned the history and experienced the food. It was a lot of fun.”
The model and baseball star celebrated their one-year anniversary in November 2018, days before welcoming their first child, daughter Genevieve.
“This year has been the best year of my life! It had a crazy beginning with a World Series win and the BEST wedding weekend, where I got to marry my best friend and love of my life,” Upton wrote via Instagram at the time. “Now to celebrate our love and our first year of marriage we are preparing to welcome a new addition to our family. I’m so excited to go through this journey of life with you! I love you so much! Happy One Year❤️.”
The couple later expanding their family in 2025, welcoming son Bellamy.
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Basgiath is looming in the near distance, and readers won’t have long to wait to return to fantasy’s most terrifying War College. Rebecca Yarros has officially announced the latest addition to her bestselling fantasy series that promises to take fans back to the world of dragon riders, and it’s going to bring us something we’ve been waiting for since the very beginning: Xaden’s Threshing Day.
Sharing the announcement with fans, Fourth Wing creator Yarros wrote: “Welcome to Conscription Day, Cadets! I’m thrilled to share the title and cover of my next book (not book four!) in the Empyrean series: Threshing Day! This collection contains thirteen threshing stories about some of your favorite characters and their dragons.”
Yarros also teased the deluxe edition’s artwork, calling the illustrations “seriously… all so gorgeous,” before reassuring international readers to watch for release updates from their local publishers. Closing the announcement, she wrote: “I hope this gives you a fun trip back to Basgiath while I’m writing book four! So grab your leathers… The dragons are waiting!”
The series follows the life of Violet Sorrengail, a young woman who expects to spend her life among books as a scribe before her imposing mother, a general, forces her to enroll at Basgiath War College, where candidates will train to protect the kingdom of Navarre as dragon riders.
Is There a Fourth Wing TV Series?
Not yet — but there soon will be. Prime Video is now officially bringing Fourth Wing to series, to be produced by Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society, with Meredith Averill serving as showrunner and executive producer. Lisa Joywill direct the first episode and also executive produce, while Yarros is involved as an executive producer alongside Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo. Jordan has already explained that he wants to deliver for fans on every level.
“We are making sure that this is going to be a exciting show that delivers on all of the things the fans want and some of the things that they won’t be expecting either. But trust me, I know how beloved this franchise IP is and we’re diligently… We’re in the lab, we’re cooking up. We got it. It’s coming. It’s early stages, but I feel how much people care about this one. It’s not lost on us.”
Threshing Day goes on sale on September 29, 2026, giving Fourth Wing fans a chance to revisit Basgiath while they await the next mainline novel in the blockbuster fantasy series.
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A major Marvel rumor is making waves online, with reports claiming that Adam Driver is being lined up to play Magneto in Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated X-Men reboot.
The casting rumor quickly gained traction after surfacing through industry scoopers before spreading across social media, Reddit, and several entertainment news outlets. While Marvel Studios has yet to confirm the report, Driver’s name has rapidly become one of the most talked about possibilities for the iconic mutant leader.
If the rumor proves true, Driver would become the third major actor to portray Erik Lehnsherr on the big screen, following legendary performances by Sir Ian McKellen and Michael Fassbender. The role is widely considered one of Marvel’s most complex characters, requiring an actor capable of balancing both villainy and sympathy, something many fans believe Driver has consistently demonstrated throughout his career.
Adding even more excitement to the speculation is the timing. Marvel Studios is expected to return to Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con later this month, and many insiders believe the presentation could serve as the stage for the studio’s first official X-Men casting announcements. While rumors continue to point toward Hall H as the place where Marvel could unveil its new mutant lineup, the studio has not confirmed that any X-Men casting announcements are planned, making the speculation just that for now.
Recent reports have suggested Marvel is assembling a fresh roster of mutants following the events of Avengers: Secret Wars, with younger actors reportedly being sought for characters like Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, and Nightcrawler. Veteran actors are still believed to be in the mix for legacy characters such as Magneto and Professor X, making Driver’s rumored involvement a believable fit if Marvel chooses to go that route.
Magneto, Marvel
Driver is no stranger to blockbuster franchises, having portrayed Kylo Ren throughout Disney’s Star Wars sequel trilogy while also earning Academy Award nominations for Marriage Story and BlacKkKlansman. His ability to portray emotionally layered characters has made him a longtime fan favorite for several Marvel roles.
For now, however, fans should approach the rumor with caution. Marvel Studios has remained silent regarding its X-Mencast, and numerous names have been linked to the reboot over the past year without becoming official.
With San Diego Comic-Con just around the corner, fans may not have to wait much longer to learn who will lead the next generation of Marvel’s mutants. Whether Adam Driver ultimately dons Magneto’s iconic helmet remains to be seen, but if the Hall H rumors prove accurate, the official reveal could be just days away.
NLE Choppa never fails to keep the internet talking, especially when it’s time to step into a new music era. Throughout his career, the rapper has become known for his wild fashion choices, eye-catching visuals, and risqué lyrics that keep fans talking with every rollout. Now, he’s once again shaking up the timeline after debuting a bold new look while teasing his upcoming album.
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Over the weekend, NLE Choppa popped out on Instagram wearing a white Chrome Hearts tee, leather pants, and a maroon pixie wig. The rapper debuted his new “Shiloh” era while teasing his upcoming album and shared the meaning behind the transformation.
He wrote, “Introducing SHILOH…
Shiloh: Tranquility, Peace, & Gods gift. The Light Bringer
Maroon Hair Color: Renewal Of The Mind
But Still Desporado
I’ve turned my back on this lane, but here is my return!
Eyes out my rear view l’ve seen my influence shape the music we hear today.
Time To Reclaim The THRONE
IM READY !!!!
#Shiloh444 #ALBUMREADY.”
Over on X, NLE Choppa shared more photos wearing the maroon pixie wig while posing in the studio with a leather jacket. He kept the caption simple, writing, “Keep yo peace Shiloh…”
Social Media Reacts
Folks gathered under The Shade Room Teens’ comment section as many began to react to NLE Choppa’s new look. Many shared their thoughts on the hairstyle, while others questioned what to expect from his new era.
Instagram user @latrell.tremayne wrote, “Cmon 27 piece!! 💁🏾♂️ 😍 😂 “
Instagram user @fatbellyjam added, “ Anita Choppa, or NLE Baker??”
While Instagram user @_jayeedoll wrote, “Pls nle i cant keep defending you 😭😭”
Instagram user @lukebucurr_ wrote, “Bro done changed his avatar so many times”
Instagram user @aliiyahmone added, “I wonder about him … what goes on in his brain when he does these things 👀 😂 And I ain’t trying to say nothing wrong. I just want to know how these things come about.”
While Instagram user @4xfettii wrote, “First he was young boy then Kirk Franklin then Tupac now he Tory”
Instagram user @_kyla.jade wrote, “I would be so mad if this was my bd”
Instagram user @banksbig4 added, “Pooh Shiesty Gon Have A Field Day With Ts”
While Instagram user @yafav_scj wrote, “Nah I think I’m starting to love NLE 😭😭 he’s so random”
What Can Fans Expect In This Era From NLE Choppa?
While fans await new music from NLE Choppa, it seems like the rapper is stepping into his next chapter, ready to come back stronger than ever. It’s been nearly two years since NLE Choppa released a full-length project. Since then, he’s kept fans fed with projects like SLUT SZN and installments in his Shotta Flow series while continuing to evolve both personally and creatively.
Lately, the rapper has been very vocal about his personal growth and sobriety journey. Back in May, he wrote on X, “I didn’t realize how much smoking weed was hindering me until I stopped.”
He later followed up with more reflective posts, including “Excuse me for forgetting who I was,”
Based on his recent messages, 2026 appears to be a year of growth and reflection for the rapper. He even recently hit the studio with his daughter, Clover, to create a bop for the kiddies.
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By Matthew Swigonski
| Published
There’s just something about buddy cop movies that makes them so entertaining. From the heaping helping of cheesy one-liners to the eventual uncovering of some nefarious conspiracy, the buddy cop recipe might remain the same, but it’s tried and true. Although it might be overlooked, the Netflix original film Spenser Confidential is an entertaining addition to the genre.
A Modern Take On A Classic Character
Don’t let the Netflix original title fool you, Spenser Confidential is based on a character that has been decades in the making. First introduced in 1973 in the novel The Goldwulf Manuscript, by author Robert B. Parker, Spenser has been around the block once or twice. As a detective, he’s as hard-nosed as he is intelligent.
Parker wrote 40 novels detailing the adventures of the witty detective until his death in 2010. Since 2013, author Ace Atkins has taken over the detective series. With nearly 50 years of Spenser material to work with, Netflix decided to green-light a film adaptation of Atkins’ novel Robert B. Parker’s Wonderland in 2018.
Mark Wahlberg Is Spenser
In March 2020, Netflix released Spenser Confidential on its streaming platform. The film is directed by veteran director Peter Berg, who has directed films such as Lone Survivor, Patriot’s Day, and Mile 22. The screenplay is penned by screenwriters Sean O’Keefe and Brian Helgeland.
Tapped to star as the titular character was frequent Berg collaborator Mark Wahlberg. The longtime actor may not be known for being the world’s greatest actor, but he can certainly play the role of a foul-mouthed determined cop. Actors Winston Duke, Alan Arkin, Bokeem Woodbine, and Iliza Shlesinger help round out the cast.
Teaming Up With Hawk
Spenser Confidential follows Spenser after he is sentenced to prison after assaulting police captain John Boylan (Michael Gaston). But after he does his time, it appears that the former cop has put his past behind him and moved on. Spenser is released from prison and finds a place to stay with Hawk (Winston Duke), an up and coming MMA fighter.
However, things take a messy turn when Boylan is murdered, making Spenser a suspect in the case. To make matters worse, another detective also winds up dead shortly after. Smelling something fishy going on, Spenser decides to investigate the case himself.
A Predictable But Satisfying Outing
Unbeknownst to Spenser, his impromptu investigation catches the eye of a small group of dirty cops. With the help of his friend Hawk, Spenser must quickly unravel the mystery before the dirty attempt to tie up loose ends.
For most diehard Spenser fans, Spenser Confidential might seem like a bit of a letdown. The plot is slightly watered down to fit into the 110 minute runtime. With little to no surprises in the story, the movie can also be predictable at times.
Despite its predictability, the movie is an enjoyable experience to sit back and watch Wahlberg and Duke play off of each other. The duo work very well together in their respective roles. Shlesinger is also a breath of fresh air, utilizing a surprisingly effective Boston accent in a comedic role.
While not groundbreaking, Spenser Confidential is a fun buddy cop movie. With solid performances and a decent amount of action, there’s plenty to like about this movie. Maybe it’s not the best film out there, but it is certainly worth a watch.
SPENSER CONFIDENTIAL SCORE
By Jonathan Klotz
| Updated
Babylon 5 was intricately plotted out from the very beginning; this is made clear in the eighth episode of Season 1, “And The Sky Full Of Stars,” which not only calls back to the pilot episode, “The Gathering,” but also lays the groundwork for a grand conspiracy. It was one of many episodes written by creator J. Michael Straczynski and has become a fan favorite thanks to the performance of both Michael O’Hare as a captured and tortured Sinclair and Christopher Neame as the sadistic interrogator Knight Two. It also gets to the heart of an early series mystery: what did happen at the Battle of the Line to end the Earth-Minbari War?
The Earth-Minbari War
There’s no secret that Earth was going to lose against the Minbari. Humanity’s technology was no match for the Minbari ships, and yet, the Minbari surrendered to Earth. As mentioned in “The Gathering” by one of the Minbari, Sinclair has a “hole in his mind” and can’t recall one day during The Battle of the Line. That’s what the unnamed Knight One (Judson Scott) and Knight Two (Neame) have arrived at the station to find out. They have the theory that Sinclair has been compromised and is a Minbari Sleeper Agent.
By abducting Sinclair and putting him in an elaborate digital reconstruction of Babylon 5, Knight Two wants to torture the information out of the Commander. Using pain and psychological warfare by walking Sinclair through his military career, up to the day so many of his comrades died, Knight Two relentlessly digs at the truth (and chews the scenery with a purposely hammy performance), when Sinclair gives in, dives into his missing memory, and recalls his time on a Minbari ship where he met the Minbari Grey Council. And Delenn was there.
Michael O’Hare’s Favorite Episode
“And The Sky Full Of Stars” was one of O’Hare’s favorite episodes, and for good reason. He had brothers who served in the military and wanted to respect the real danger that comes from serving your country. The incredible moment where he’s turning and seeing his comrades killed, over and over with each turn, was a bit of stage direction suggested by O’Hare himself.
The wham moment of the episode, which reveals Delenn (Mira Furlan) being there while Sinclair was a Minbari prisoner, would go on to impact the rest of Babylon 5. Up to this point, Delenn had been the most reasonable of the ambassadors, a representative for the Minbari Religious Caste, and at no time gave a hint that she was directly involved with the Grey Council. With one lift of a hood, everything fans thought they had figured out regarding Human/Minbari relations went right out the window.
Originally, Walter Koenig was supposed to take on the role of Knight Two, but his health prevented him from being available for filming, resulting in the character of Bester being created for him. Patrick McGoohan, creator and star of the legendary sci-fi series The Prisoner was the second choice, but he was also unavailable. It all worked out, as Christopher Neame’s performance was so good, it’s still praised by fans to this day.
Babylon 5 eventually revealed the entire mystery behind the Grey Council and the Minbari, along with Sinclair’s ultimate destiny, but it took awhile to get there. Since there was always a story in place, unlike other sci-fi shows that claimed to have a plan when none existed, “And The Sky Full Of Stars” is able to pay off what came before, set up what comes later, and, in retrospect, stand out for laying all the pieces in front of the audience before they even knew the puzzle existed.
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