Murderbot Season 1 Episode 5 – Release Date, Schedule, How To Watch

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Man Helps Disabled Dog Play on the Beach—Has No Idea He's Being Watched

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Man Helps Disabled Dog Play on the Beach—Has No Idea He's Being Watched

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A man and his dog were unwittingly being recorded as they played together at the beach, and have now been seen by millions of people. Jerry, from Vancouver in Canada, is the proud owner of 10-year-old Pembroke Welsh corgi, Pebbles. She is sadly living with rare neurological disease Lafora, a type of epilepsy, and degenerative myelopathy, which weakens the hind legs and eventually leads to paralysis. Before Pebbles' diagnoses, Jerry told Newsweek he would take her to the beach "every day in summer"—but now Pebbles' back legs don't work very well, and the salt water affects her seizure medication, so they have to be careful. Recently, however, Jerry decided that it was time for Pebbles to have a treat, as it had "been a while since she had a beach day." "So we took her to the beach and strapped on her life jacket, and I tried to replicate her favorite game, which was retrieving sticks I would throw far into the waves," Jerry said. From left: Jerry hugs and kisses Pebbles; and the corgi dog runs on the beach before she got sick. From left: Jerry hugs and kisses Pebbles; and the corgi dog runs on the beach before she got sick. TikTok/ Instagram @instapebs "No matter how big the waves were, she would always try to get it. Now, I can only use a rope tied to her life-vest to help her get in and out of the sea," Jerry said. "It's a lot of work getting her stroller down there, but it helps her remember her past, and she has a great time." Jerry and his family didn't know, however, that someone on the strand was recording him and Pebbles and shared it to TikTok, where it has been viewed more than 3.2 million times. Comedian Jeevin Gill, whose account @jgillcomedy is usually filled with clips of his stand-up routines, was so moved by what he saw that he recorded it and posted it with the words: "I saw this guy on the beach with a dog [whose] legs didn't work. This guy deserves every good thing to happen to him." In the clip, Jerry shows the stick to Pebbles and tosses it in the water, before carrying her into the sea to fetch it. He then lifts her back to the sand, where she gives him the stick, and he throws it again, starting the whole thing over. TikTok users were in pieces, awarding the video more than 577,000 likes, as one commenter wrote: "It's moments like that make me think there is actually some hope for us." "I was in a similar situation supporting my husky when his hind legs gave out. It's a lot of work I did not mind doing; it was the least we can do for our loved ones," another posted. "People always say we don't deserve dogs. He definitely does," a third said, while one commenter summed it up: "This proved you can't always change the world but you can change the world for one soul." And Jerry himself even commented on it, after a friend sent him the clip and alerted him that he was going viral. He thanked everyone for their supportive comments, explained the medical journey Pebbles is going through, and encouraged people to "come see the final chapter of her life at @instapebs on Instagram." Jerry, who also posts Pebbles to his TikTok account of the same username, said he and his family were "ecstatic to see so many people saw Jeevin's video." "My friend had sent it to me because it popped up on her TikTok feed; it only had a few hundred views when I first saw it," Jerry said. "The comments left on the video were super heartwarming. "As the video picked up traction, more and more comments poured in, then I started getting DMs from people all around the world, sharing their own stories about their dogs with debilitating diseases, and most just sent love our way. "What I would like people to know is that it's all appreciated. I'm just trying to give back to my dog who has given us so much joy our whole lives," Jerry said. Newsweek has contacted @jgillcomedy for comment on this story. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.

Mother of Gen Z Bride Demands To Wear White Dress, Her Reason Sparks Fury

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Mother of Gen Z Bride Demands To Wear White Dress, Her Reason Sparks Fury

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A 23-year-old Generation Z bride-to-be recently turned to social media for advice after a major conflict with her mother over her wedding attire. The Reddit post said that her mother purchased a floor-length white gown and insisted on wearing it to the wedding, claiming it was her "last chance" to feel beautiful. The bride-to-be's post and the subsequent responses have opened up a larger conversation about family dynamics, wedding etiquette and emotional manipulation. Newsweek spoke to relationship expert and therapist Nia Williams about how the bride-to-be should move forward in her wedding planning. In the post, the bride-to-be, who is getting married in October, described her relationship with her mother as "rocky," noting a new, "oddly competitive" dynamic since her engagement. The poster said that her mother has been commenting on her body, comparing their rings and saying things like, "this day is as much about me as it is about you." "I honestly thought she was joking until she showed me the dress she bought, a white, floor-length gown that looks exactly like a bridal dress," the poster continued. "I told her, flat out, she cannot wear that … She got quiet, then burst into tears, saying … 'this was an opportunity to feel beautiful before getting old' and that I'm selfish for not letting her have this one thing." In turn, the mother accused her daughter of being selfish and controlling. Now, the mom is threatening not to come to the wedding, and the bride-to-be's aunt has urged her to brush it off to "avoid drama." Stock image: A bride and her mother both wear white at the daughter's wedding. Stock image: A bride and her mother both wear white at the daughter's Fiery Response The post sparked an immediate and furious response from the Reddit community, with many users condemning the mom's behavior. "Your mother is extremely manipulative," one person posted. "Take her up on that offer [to not attend]." Another user offered a more-aggressive, but humorous, take: "Might as well not let her ruin your wedding before cutting her off," they wrote. "Let her know if she wears a white dress, there's usually multiple women that will spill their red wine on her and that you'll also have the photographer photoshop it into a dishwater gray." Other commenters offered scripts and firm advice on how to handle the situation. "You felt like she was competing with you. That is because she is in a toxic competition with you," a third person added. "Reset your boundaries." Expert Insight on Navigating Conflict Williams told Newsweek her thoughts on the situation and provided insight into the mother's reaction. Williams said that a parent's distress during a child's wedding can stem from "feelings of loss and shifting identity." "For a mother, her child's wedding represents an undeniable transition—her central role in her child's life will inevitably change," Williams said. "A mother might also grapple with her own aging or sense of desirability, as signaled in this story by her yearning for one 'last chance' to feel beautiful." Williams added that the bride-to-be's effort to set a boundary was courageous, especially in light of her mother's argumentative response. She offered a compassionate but firm approach, suggesting the bride-to-be say: "I love you, and I want you to share my wedding day. This day is about the start of my new life, and I need your support in making it special." Williams advised against compromising, saying that doing so "can breed resentment and set an unhealthy precedent for the future." When faced with tears or ultimatums, Williams said to pause before reacting, acknowledging their hurt without giving in. "'I hear that you're upset, and I'm sorry this hurts. But it's important to me that I feel comfortable on my wedding day,'" she suggested the bride-to-be say. Ultimately, Williams concluded that it is the mother's choice whether or not to attend the wedding, and that the kindest long-term choice for the bride-to-be is to maintain her boundary firmly. "Healing may take time," Williams said. "But families do sometimes find new footing after these honest conversations." Newsweek reached out to u/Lonely-Big7902 for comment via Reddit.

Exclusive: Top-Down Horror Soulslike Game Tombwater Details Massive Weapon Arsenal

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Exclusive: Top-Down Horror Soulslike Game Tombwater Details Massive Weapon Arsenal

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Top-down 2D soulslike games are few and far between, with very few instances of games in the genre getting much attention, but the upcoming Tombwater looks like it could change that. Tombwater is a retro-styled soulslike game – a game genre that typically includes tough combat, limited healing, and lots of dying – published by Midwest Games and developed by Moth Atlas. If you haven't heard of Moth Atlas before, you'll probably at least heard of Yarntown, a "demake" of From Software's Bloodborne created by one of Moth Atlas' developers, Max Mraz. Key artwork for Tombwater showing a Wild West gunslinger facing off against an Eldritch horror of a creature. Key artwork for Tombwater showing a Wild West gunslinger facing off against an Eldritch horror of a creature. Midwest Games The game is set to include a massive map, lots of exploration, fast-paced combat, and all sorts of Wild West Eldritch horrors to face off against. Key to that experience is its arsenal of weapons, which can make or break a soulslike — thankfully, with a trusty pistol at your side and over 50 melee weapons, firearms, spells, passive charms, and more, Tombwater looks to be delivering in combat options. Newsweek can exclusively reveal a host of these combat tools, courtesy of Midwest Games and Moth Atlas, which have provided us with a good look at some of the game's weapons, including descriptions, abilities, and unique weapon arts. You can also watch a brief overview for some of these weapons in the video at the top of the page. Tombwater: Melee Weapons Tombwater gives players access to a host of unique melee weapons, which are a key part of the Gunslinger's arsenal that let players get up close and personal with enemies. These weapons differ in their speed and strength, and some offer unique abilities called weapon arts that can come in clutch in combat situations. Blood Rapier : Blade of an infamous alchemist who sought immortality. Restores a small amount of health on each hit. Weapon art: Employ a life-stealing slash, then quickly backstep. : Blade of an infamous alchemist who sought immortality. Restores a small amount of health on each hit. Weapon art: Employ a life-stealing slash, then quickly backstep. Cursed Pickaxe : Pickaxe weighed down with regrets of the dead and still alive alike. Weapon art: Call regretful visages in a swirl of smoke. : Pickaxe weighed down with regrets of the dead and still alive alike. Weapon art: Call regretful visages in a swirl of smoke. Anchor : A ship's anchor. Only the modified grip suggests this was previously used as a melee weapon. While slow, its sharp edges pierce deeply for its weight. Weapon art: Throw the anchor, then reel it back on its chain. : A ship's anchor. Only the modified grip suggests this was previously used as a melee weapon. While slow, its sharp edges pierce deeply for its weight. Weapon art: Throw the anchor, then reel it back on its chain. Streetlamp : A gas streetlamp uprooted from Tombwater's streets, largely unmodified. Successive swings can create a small burst of flame. Weapon art: Gather motes of flame to swirl around in a ring. : A gas streetlamp uprooted from Tombwater's streets, largely unmodified. Successive swings can create a small burst of flame. Weapon art: Gather motes of flame to swirl around in a ring. Bullwhip: Leather bullwhip. Has a long reach but requires precision. Deals extra damage when striking with the tip. Tombwater: Firearms Firearms, as you'd expect, let you take a step back and deal damage from a distance. These, too, often have unique properties and abilities, and between melee weapons and firearms you should be able to tackle just about any situation and take down any weapon. Oilsprayer : Oddly modified oil can that sprays its contents. Of dubious utility, but foes covered in oil would have difficulty navigating fire. : Oddly modified oil can that sprays its contents. Of dubious utility, but foes covered in oil would have difficulty navigating fire. Edison Cannon : An experimental contraption based on designs by the gunsmith Medvedik. It fires a bolt of lightning after a brief charge and can only be fired in a straight line, so take care to align your target. : An experimental contraption based on designs by the gunsmith Medvedik. It fires a bolt of lightning after a brief charge and can only be fired in a straight line, so take care to align your target. Gatling Gun : A Gatling gun that fires many bullets in a slightly uncontrollable spread. Once mounted on a stagecoach, it is now cumbersome but potentially devastating. : A Gatling gun that fires many bullets in a slightly uncontrollable spread. Once mounted on a stagecoach, it is now cumbersome but potentially devastating. Rattler : An experimental pistol that coats its bullets in rattlesnake venom. Each hit deals a significant amount of poison buildup. : An experimental pistol that coats its bullets in rattlesnake venom. Each hit deals a significant amount of poison buildup. Infernal Shotgun: Fires shells packed with an alchemical mixture that reacts with blood in its target's body, inflicting fire damage. Tombwater: Spells There are about 40 different spells in Tombwater, each offering a unique effect that helps you in combat. Some of these are more offensive in nature, dealing direct damage, while others are more defensive, binding enemies in place or poisoning them if they get too close. Ox Fist : Conjure a spectral ox to charge forward. Will stagger most foes. : Conjure a spectral ox to charge forward. Will stagger most foes. Moth Swarm : Summons a swarm of moths that circle around the player, dealing poison to enemies they collide with. : Summons a swarm of moths that circle around the player, dealing poison to enemies they collide with. Gravefingers : The fingers of a dead man erupt from the earth to claw foes. This folk hex is even more potent in Tombwater, where the dead sleep only lightly. : The fingers of a dead man erupt from the earth to claw foes. This folk hex is even more potent in Tombwater, where the dead sleep only lightly. Otherworldly Howl : Channels the inner, bestial urges to release an unworldly howl that pushes back any nearby enemies. : Channels the inner, bestial urges to release an unworldly howl that pushes back any nearby enemies. Fate Bind: Binds nearby enemies to share the caster's date. When hurt, damage received is channeled to bound foes. Tombwater: Charms The final part of a Gunslinger's arsenal is charms, which can be equipped at campfires to gain a variety of passive effects. These can do just about anything — like increasing damage output at the cost of more incoming damage, giving the ability to deflect bullets, and even have you bleed spiders to attack your enemies when wounded. Third Eye Blindfold : Prevents spellcasting if the spell would cause madness : Prevents spellcasting if the spell would cause madness Spiderwound : Bleed spiders when wounded : Bleed spiders when wounded Gambler's Charm : Deal increased damage, but also take increased damage : Deal increased damage, but also take increased damage Bulletbreaker : Allows one to deflect bullets with melee weapons : Allows one to deflect bullets with melee weapons Lucky Bullet: Increases damage when firing the final bullet in your bandolier. No exact release date has been set for Tombwater just yet, but it's set to be released on PC via Steam at some point in 2025. Interested players can check out the game early with a demo on the game's Steam page.

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