These days, there are more canonically bisexual and LGBTQ+ characters in comic books than ever before, but there’s still a long way to go in terms of representation. In the Marvel universe, there are quite a few LGBTQ+ characters, but there are many other characters that fans feel can be read as bisexual within the subtext of their stories. The comics are well ahead of the MCU to this point. However, with the Loki variant in the recent MCU Loki series, the screen franchise is beginning to catch up....

Each organization, no matter what industry they belong to or what their infrastructure size is, requires comprehensive network security solutions to protect it from various cyberthreats happening in the wild today. Network security layers When we talk about network security, we need to consider layers of protection: Physical network security Physical network security controls deal with preventing unauthorized persons from gaining physical access to the office and network devices, such as firewalls and routers....

Sponsored by Direct Mail: Create and send great looking email newsletters with Direct Mail, an easy to use email marketing app for the Mac. Get started for free and save 10% when you sign up for any pricing plan. Stories discussed in this episode: Apple agrees to pay $113 million to settle multi-state investigation into iPhone ‘batterygate’ Here’s how to install almost any iPhone or iPad app on M1 Macs, including Netflix, Instagram, and more iOS 14....

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From 9to5Toys.com: A large majority of the deals we cover each day come from a variety of ‘Daily Deal’ websites or are so popular that they don’t even last 24 hours. We know you can’t be at your computer every second, so we’re going to round up the best deals each day to make sure you have a fair shot at the deals you want. Be sure to follow 9to5Toys.com so you never miss a deal… Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS: Last Call Updates: App Store Free App of the Week: Octagon arcade-runner free for the first time in over a year ($2 value) SanDisk Ultra II 480GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid-State Drive: $108 shipped (Reg....

Regular readers will know that I was a huge fan of the 17-inch MacBook Pro. The moment it was discontinued, I rushed out to buy the very last model so that I could keep it for as long as possible. Way back in 2014, I argued that it was time to bring it back. That didn’t happen, of course, and two years later I’d come to terms with the fact that the era of user-upgradable MacBook Pro models was at an end....

1Password is launching a new feature for members called Travel Mode that makes it easier to remove sensitive information from the app. The idea behind Travel Mode is to give users the ability to flip a switch and instantly delete information from 1Password on your iPhone to prevent sharing sensitive information in the event of a mandatory search. Users can mark specific entries as safe for travel, then flip on travel mode and have every other entry removed from mobile devices....

With the help of rapid-fire dialogue and ceaseless celebrations, Gilmore Girls built a steady fan following. The charm of small-town life coupled with the allure of high society proved to be a winning combination and secured the show a seven-year run on TV. Series creator Amy Sherman-Palladino brought her wholesome vision to life with the help of The Family Friendly Programming Fund. Even though Gilmore Girls was appropriate for all ages it still tackled complex subject matters like teen pregnancy, infidelity, and family dynamics through the relatable lens of Rory and Lorelia Gilmore....

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…everywhere you go. Disney+ is no exception to the concept. With its endless supply of magical content for our viewing pleasure, the streaming service has no shortage of fun and entertaining movies and series to binge, Christmas episodes and specials included. Disney has had its fair share of Christmas specials just for the season, but not all are created equal. Don’t get us wrong, there’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy, but not all of them will twinkle your tinsel....

Disney’s live-action remakes of its classic animated films was kicked off by Maleficent and Cinderella, debuting in 2014 and 2015 respectively. Both films proved popular enough to warrant the same treatment for The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin, though not all of those films captured their appeal. The former chose a revisionist approach to the fairy tale template, while the latter colored mostly in the lines. Both films represent narratives that focus on typical Disney tropes like distant kingdoms, princesses, and princes that save the day, but their approach to them is very different....

Musical episodes have become a sort of tradition among a lot of American TV series. While some can be mega hits, many others fall into annoying TV and Musical tropes that do more harm than good. While the trend can be a bit overdone, it would be more than welcome among a few shows today. There are tons of series on both streaming and TV today, many of which could be tailor-made to include a musical episode....

Before Super Smash Bros. Ultimate rolled around, most fans of the crossover fighter would only take part in rampant speculation regarding new characters in the time between installments. Now, however, with DLC fighters coming thick and fast, the speculation as to who will be announced for inclusion next has been sustained far longer than usual. Unfortunately, series creator Masahiro Sakurai threw a wrench in the speculation machine when he announced the first fighter of the second wave of DLC would be none other than Fire Emblem’s Byleth....

Netflix’s upcoming action film 6 Underground is the most Michael Bay movie ever according to science – and Ryan Reynolds. Bay of course has long been known as a purveyor of Hollywood-style big-budget action at its loudest and (arguably) most obnoxious. The director first established that reputation in the 1990s with a string of hits including Bad Boys, The Rock and Armageddon, then later took the reins of the Transformers franchise and delivered a series of worldwide blockbusters that grossed a combined $4....

In 2008, Iron Man blasted into theatres and Tony Stark won the hearts of audiences around the world. Now, 11 years and 21 movies later, Tony Stark is taking to the screens again— but a few things have changed along the way. From increased minority representation to more relatable villains, the MCU has evolved with the times, changing its formula to better reflect the shifting tastes and increasing social awareness of modern society....

On 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, Deavan, who has made her move to South Korea, had her traditional Korean wedding with Jihoon and says that it’s not what she expected. Though it’s not her dream wedding wearing the traditional garb, the ceremony was a success with Jihoon’s family. The young couple on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way first met in person after hitting it off on a dating app; Clegg was from Salt Lake City, while Lee lived in South Korea....

Sponsored by Disco Elysium: An award-winning and groundbreaking role-playing game, now available on Mac. Get 25% off until May 1 on Steam. Stories discussed in this episode: Apple iPhone 12 mass production delayed by a month, according to Wall Street Journal iFixit details which parts you can swap between the iPhone 8 and iPhone SE Kuo expects ‘AirPods Pro Lite’ to be Beats, AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro 2 as soon as next year [U] Enjoy the podcast?...

Stories discussed in this episode: Apple to add 0% interest Apple Card payment plans for iPad, Mac, AirPods and more Apple releases new open source ‘Password Manager Resources’ project for developers Apple Watch ECG app likely coming to Brazil and Japan next Enjoy the podcast?: Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at happyhour@9to5mac.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!...

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