The past two decades have been a grand era for comedy-horror films, as we’ve been given so many films that have bucked trends, spun new ideas, and are destined to become classics (if they aren’t already). From surprisingly deep zombie comedy films to ingenious movies that mock conventional horror movie tropes, here are our picks for the best modern horror comedy films that came out after 2000. 10. Happy Death Day (2017) Groundhog Day meets Scream in this black comedy slasher film about a college student who gets murdered on her birthday, only to wake up and relive the same day over and over again....

Romance, scandal, war, politics… They’re all important elements of any good period drama—and long before The Crown hit the streaming service, there were fascinating movies about the Royal Family. Here are our picks for the best movies about royalty and the British Royal Family, including a few that exercise a bit of artistic license as far as how close they stick to the truth of how things went down....

He frequently serves as editor, cinematographer, camera operator, music composer, sound editor, effects supervisor, and more on his films. With that level of creative control, he’s capable of directing movies in any genre. His signature flair is hard to ignore. From gritty Westerns to sci-fi thrillers, here are our picks for the best Robert Rodriguez movies of all time. 10. Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) Once Upon a Time in Mexico is the final part of Rodriguez’s Mexico trilogy, concluding the journey of El Mariachi (played by Antonio Banderas)....

In fact, anime has given us some of the most iconic superhero characters of all time. The shonen genre is no stranger to colorful heroes who aim to save the world from unspeakable doom, and recent anime series have started poking satirical fun at superhero stereotypes. Here are our picks for the best superhero anime series of all time and what makes each one so fun to watch. 10. Astro Boy Apart from being the inspiration behind the Mega Man video game franchise, Astro Boy is often cited as being the establisher of what is now known as the anime aesthetic....

The first movie with sound, The Jazz Singer, came out in 1927. That means we’ve had 95 years of cinematic history—and we’ve gone through and picked out the best of those years. While each year on our list represents a very different era in pop culture, the quality of the films speak for themselves. How did we rank these years? We considered not only the number of enduring movies that came out in those months, but also the influence and importance of those movies on film history....

We’ve all had board game nights ruined by people who lacked manners and common courtesy—but maybe you’ve also ruined game nights without realizing it. Just because no one has said anything to you doesn’t mean you’re in the clear! If you don’t want to be “that guy” at board game nights, here are the worst board gaming misdemeanors you should avoid at all costs. We call them the Deadly Sins of Board Gaming....

Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin—these lads changed the entire comedy game with their bizarre skits, outlandish characters, and sharp writing. If you’ve never experienced the greatness of Monty Python—or simply want to revisit some of their best material—here are the best Monty Python skits, sketches, and songs to check out. 10. Mr. Creosote Mr. Creosote is an extremely obese man who sits in to dine at a French restaurant....

From offbeat comedies to allegorical dramas, here are our picks for the best road trip movies that use the road to teach, challenge, and unite their colorful characters. 15. Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) As you can guess from the title, this one isn’t exactly confined to the road—it also takes to train tracks and even the skies. At its core, the film centers on the journey shared by two bickering strangers who spend three days wrestling their way to Chicago for Thanksgiving Day....

Or maybe you’re on the hunt for a gift to give a nerdy friend. Licensed apparel is always a safe bet, especially if you know their favorite anime, games, or movies. Like t-shirts, you can never have too many hoodies—doubly so for geeky ones. Here are some of the best geeky hoodies available right now. They’re the perfect addition to any geek’s wardrobe! 20. Pokemon Poke Ball Hoodie This Pokemon hoodie is perfect for making a statement that isn’t too bold or obnoxious....

Cold burns (frostbite) Thermal burns (scalds) Sunburn Chemical burns (from solvents or acids) Electrical burns First-degree burns (minor burns) affect only the top or outer layer of the skin. You typically experience pain and redness but no blisters or permanent damage. Second-degree burns affect both the outer layer and the layer underneath (dermis). With these burns, you experience bright red and swollen skin that can appear shiny or wet. Blistering usually occurs....

With impressive sales and a huge catalog of enduringly nostalgic games to choose from, it’s safe to say the SNES was a huge success. For fans of Japanese RPGs, this console marks one of the most exciting eras in the genre’s history. Many of the most celebrated JRPGs of all time came out during this 16-bit era. The unique chip architecture of the SNES not only allowed for brighter and more stylized character designs, but for more elaborate sound design and musical scores, which allowed individual games to look and sound unique unlike ever before in video games....

– Doc Childre, founder of the Heartmath Institute Understanding the concept of coherence is the first step in taking control of our emotions and life. It’s also important to establish personal coherence – coherence within ourselves – first in order to truly connect with another and others. We’re going to explore the different layers of coherence and how to become more coherent through our body, mind, and most importantly heart....

Besides, IT Web reported that more than 230,000 new malware programs detected daily, and most of them target mobile phones and other handheld devices. It is no surprise mobile security ranks top in every organization’s worry list. Nearly all employees routinely access corporate information from their iPads, tablets, and smartphones. Thus, keeping sensitive information from the wrong people is an increasingly intricate puzzle. According to a 2018 report published by Ponemon Insitute, the average cost associated with a corporate data breach is $3....

Motor vehicle crashes rank among the main causes of death of children in the US, with as many as 38% not buckled up. (1) Studies show that car seats (infants or convertible) can reduce the risk of injury for children by as much as 71-82% compared with using a seat belt alone. (1)(2) However, for car seats to work as intended, you have to ensure that they’re suitable for your baby’s age, height, or weight and installed correctly in the back seat....

And most anime series are really good at developing these friendships as they throw in various twists and complications that help those emotional threads grow tighter and unbreakable. Sometimes, the power of friendship is even an actual power. Whether it’s the motivation that drives the protagonist or a catalyst that awakens a hidden power deep within, friendship can manifest in tangible ways that can lead to epic scenes. One thing is clear: in anime, the best of friends are always there, no matter what happens....

Long after the legendary filmmaker passed away, his works are still adored and loved by millions—and they, in turn, share his works with millions more, passing the light of Hughes from generation to generation. John Hughes has left behind an enduring cinematic legacy that’s as special as they come. Here are our picks for the best John Hughes movies! 8. Miracle on 34th Street (1994) John Hughes wrote the 1994 remake of Miracle on 34th Street starring Richard Attenborough, and it marked a different kind of film for Hughes in many ways....

Sure, today’s live-action movies often involve CGI and special effects, and you might argue that as a kind of blending between animation and live-action techniques. But that’s not what we’re talking about. We’re talking about fully animated characters interacting with true live-action characters, or true live-action characters interacting with fully animated worlds and locations. This approach was more popular back in the 1970s and hasn’t been done much since, save for a few times....

Gamers and critics gave the game good reviews, praising its originality and fun gameplay. But that was just the start. Since then, we’ve gotten more than 11 other games after the original, leading to one of gaming’s biggest franchises: Assassin’s Creed. The character development in Assassin’s Creed is one of the main factors for its popularity and success, and the series features some of the most compelling characters in video game history....

– Charles Schmidt, for Scientific American But I didn’t think twice when I first began experiencing a variety of different chronic digestive tract symptoms a few years ago. (I’ll spare you the details, but suffice it to say it wasn’t pretty or glamorous.) At that time, it never occurred to me that the two (anxiety + gut) could be related and mutually impacting each other. But as it turns out, our minds and moods reflect the state of our GI tract (gastrointestinal tract)....

In order to make things clear, I define a compact smartphone as one with a screen a little bigger than 6 inches at the most. And by the best, I mean the most up-to-date compact smartphones with screens below 6 inches and with the best performance available in the market. Because, despite the widespread obsession with bigger displays, there are enough smaller smartphones out there for you to pick from....