In the third episode of Brighter Shores, Mine of Mantuban, you'll continue the main storyline and work on quests to put an end to the dark magic. To move forward in the first main story quest, On The Trail of Corruption, youll need to locate the Cave Moth.

The Universal Orlando Resort has officially made its move to replace one of its most iconic roller coasters. Earlier this week, the Universal Resort filed a permit to remove the coaster, and an official closing date was announced following the permit reveal.

Walt Disney World, with its four theme parks and countless attractions, offers something special for every type of visitor. Whether its the excitement of a high-speed roller coaster, the charm of a classic dark ride, or the tranquility of a scenic boat tour, the parks are filled with unforgettable experiences. Heres a look at must-ride Disney attractions tailored to different preferences.

With IF, Framestore showcases its skills in creating characters for a movie featuring more than 42 Imaginary Friends, each uniquely designed to be relatable and seamless with live-action performances. While most blockbuster movies tend to have just a few animated characters, IF challenges the visual storytelling boundaries of having a huge cast of fantastical creatures.Under VFX Supervisor Chris Lawrence, along with Animation Supervisor Arslan Elver, Framestore backed the creative intentions of John Krasinski as Production VFX Supervisor and Production Animation Director to the work. From the time of storyboarding to character design up to on-set supervision, previs, postvis, and final delivery, Framestore had a full comprehensive involvement at every step of the filmmaking process.Using their Pre-Production Services (FPS), VisDev, and Design teams in London, Montreal, and Mumbai, Framestore combined live-action with stylized animation in a bold and tactile way. Being the sole VFX provider, they ensured Krasinski had the flexibility to iterate and refine throughout the project, finally delivering a visually stunning and emotionally impactful film that redefines the possibilities of animated characters in live-action storytelling.The post IF Character Breakdown by Framestore appeared first on Vfxexpress.

Chinese studio One Plus Partnership used red bricks to create wave-like surfaces inside this cinema lobby in the city of Haikou, China, emerging from the floors and ceilings to form a reception counter, tables and chairs.The setting of Haikou Gaoxingli Insun Cinema in Hainan Island's coastal capital informed the use of shapes that evoke the rippling surface of the sea.One Plus Partnership used red bricks to fit out the lobby of a cinema in Haikou"We wanted to create something related to the ocean because Haikou is surrounded by the ocean," One Plus Partnership said. "But we also wanted to create something unique.""We didn't want to use the colour blue like the ocean, so we decided to use brick for the theme of our design because bricks are made of sand, which lies on the beach."The wave-like surfaces are informed by Haikou's coastal locationThe application of a single material throughout the space contributes to an immersive experience that emphasises the interplay of light, texture and colour on the brick surfaces.Unlike typical cinema interiors, the architects incorporated openings that allow natural light to enter the lobby and cafe area. This results in a dynamic effect of shifting shadows throughout the day.Brick forms rise from the floor to create countertops and seatingsSeveral brick forms rise up from the floor to create countertops and booths with curved profiles, while arched shapes suspended from the ceiling like stalactites help conceal lighting and air vents.Bricks covering the floor and ceiling contain integrated lighting that shines through perforations in their surface at nighttime. Uplighting was also used to introduce soft, indirect illumination to the overhead arches.Read: Studio Giancarlo Valle transforms historic Stockholm cinema into tactile rug showroomThe various protrusions are arranged to create a layered aesthetic that adds to the dynamism of the space. The reception counter is flanked by bench seating that appears to grow from the surrounding floor.As a safety measure to prevent collisions, the sides of the wave-like forms and some of the overhanging elements are painted grey so they stand out against the otherwise monochrome backdrop.Perforated bricks in the ceiling and floor feature integrated lightingThe cinema's main auditorium is enveloped by curving wooden forms that reference the way the South China Sea wraps around Hainan Island. Integrated lighting enhances the layered composition.One Plus Partnership wanted the cinema to eschew conventions associated with this type of space and provide the sort of memorable and communal experience that cannot be replicated by home viewing.The cinema's main auditorium is framed by curving wooden formsThe Hong Kong-based firm has worked on several similarly bold designs for cinemas in China, including one in Shenzhen where sculptural spotlights produce dramatic lighting effects.The photography is by Jonathan Leijonhufvud.The post Curved brick protrusions fill Hainan cinema by One Plus Partnership appeared first on Dezeen.

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Looking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles.The New York TimesMini Crosswordwas pretty easy today. The only one that stumped me was 5 Across, which asked for a word for a "first-string crew," and that only stumped me because it could have many meanings. Hint: Think Mr. T and buddies.Anyway, if you're stuck on any of the clues today, we've got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Dec. 29, 2024. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: Getting closer, so to speakAnswer: WARM5A clue: First-string crewAnswer: ATEAM7A clue: ___ journalism, style associated with Hunter S. ThompsonAnswer: GONZO8A clue: Prized "activity" for new parentsAnswer: SLEEP9A clue: Opposite of moreAnswer: LESSMini down clues and answers1D clue: Moves like an excited dog's tailAnswer: WAGS2D clue: Ring-shaped reefAnswer: ATOLL3D clue: Zellweger of "Bridget Jones's Diary"Answer: RENEE4D clue: Puzzles in a children's coloring bookAnswer: MAZES6D clue: Cleans the floorAnswer: MOPSHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a large number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.

Looking for the most recentregular Connections answers? Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles.Connections: Sports Editionis a tough one today. (When is it not?) I admit, I'm kind of an Anglophile, but I don't know the rules of cricket, so any topics involving that are going to soar right over my head. Read on for hints and answers for today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle.For now, the game is in beta, which means the Times is testing it out to see if it's popular before adding it to the site's Games app. You can play it daily for now for free -- and then we'll have to see if it sticks around.Read more: NYT Has a Connections Game for Sports Fans. I Tried ItHints for today's Connections: Sports Edition groupsHere are four hints for the groupings in today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.Yellow group hint: Forbid from scoring.Green group hint:Accessories for a popular British sport.Blue group hint: LA legendsPurple group hint:Same name as a parent.Answers for today's Connections: Sports Edition groupsYellow group: Prevent a goalGreen group: Cricket equipmentBlue group: Rams WRs, past and presentPurple group:Famous juniorsRead more: Wordle Cheat Sheet: Here Are the Most Popular Letters Used in English WordsWhat are today's Connections: Sports Edition answers? The completed NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Dec. 29, 2024. NYT/Screenshot by CNETThe yellow words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is "prevent a goal." The four answers are block, parry, save and stop.The green words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is cricket equipment. The four answers are bail, ball, bat and stump.The blue words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is Rams WRs, past and present. The four answers are Bruce, Holt, Kupp and Nacua.The purple words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is famous juniors. The four answers are Beckham, Earnhardt, Griffey and Ripken.

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 20: A "Hannibal Lecter" mask is on display (Photo by Rodin ... [+] Eckenroth/Getty Images)Getty ImagesIgor Severino was suspended for nine months and released by the UFC for biting his opponent, Andre Lima during a match in March. Severino was slammed in the media and in the court of public perception for his actions, and justifiably so.LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 23: Detail view of a bite mark on the arm of Andre Lima of Brazil after ... [+] his flyweight fight against Igor Severino of Brazil during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on March 23, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Severino was disqualified for biting Lima in the second round. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesSince all of the backlash began, Severino has decided to lean into the evil persona adopting the Hannibal Lecter mask worn by Sir Anthony Hopkins in the Silence of the Lambs movie.NEWBURY PARK CA - MAY 1: Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal Lecter and the 3 Stooges In a warehouse in the ... [+] industrial area of Newbury Park, The Hollywood Wax Museum auctioned all these figures May 4th 2009 one fetching $15000. Photographed at a warehouse May 1, 2009 Newbury Park, California (Photo by Paul Harris/Getty Images)Getty ImagesFor those who arent aware, Lecter, who was based on a real serial killer named Alfredo Ball Trevio, is a cannibalistic serial killer in the film. The similarities in Severinos name and the real-life killers makes it a little more odd.MORE FOR YOUAccording to Severino, the bite became worldwide. Hes now going to use the Lecter mask during his walk to the cage for his upcoming fight at OKTAGON 65 on December 29 in Prague.It was a worldwide mess, right?, Severino said through a translation of his comments, per MMA Fighting and Guillermo Cruz. It kind of caught the attention of an information channel that didn't even talk about fights and they talked about it. And now I'm using it to my advantage. Because people said, oh right from the beginning I wanted me to do something involving this but I I thought it was very recent. Man, I was going to wait for it to pass. I took the mask. I took a wave. I made a joke about whether Im going to bite or not. But that's just a joke. That's not going to happen again. I intend to go in with the mask of .like this more for the show. But I don't intend to take that nickname for myself because there are a lot of athletes with that nickname. It's very normal to see guys with it, So I want In the future to take something that will be just mine. So you know, I still don't know for sure, but I'm going to go in with the mask to take my walk.Im all for making lemonade out of lemons, but this flip seems a little weird. One MMA fan said to me, this is a blueprint for how to not get your job back.I quickly replied, the UFC doesnt abide by those kinds of rules. If Severino can get over with his gimmick, draw attention, generate a followingand most importantlywin, hell make it back to the UFC.Lets not forgot, Severino earned his spot on the UFCs roster with a crushing KO of Jhonata Silva on the Contender Series in September 2023. The bite fight with Lima was his first bout as a part of the UFCs main roster.Severino is still just 21. People make mistakes. Young people tend to make more.We get punished for our missteps and hopefully get an opportunity to prove weve changed. If Severino makes it back to the UFC, thatll be his second chance.Severino will face Jonas Mgrd in his first opportunity and you can purchase the event here. If youre like me and starving for MMA action with the UFC gone for three weeks, you might consider taking a peak.