Mario

Ever heard of Mario, the plucky plumber who saves princesses? His name has a fascinating backstory! It pays homage to Mario Segale, an Italian-American entrepreneur who once owned the building where Nintendo of America operated in Seattle. A memorable tussle over rent led to the character previously known as 'Jumpman' adopting Segale's name.

Goa is establishing a dedicated gallery for cartoonist Mario Miranda at the historic Adil Shah palace, announced on his 100th birth anniversary. The gallery, part of a larger museum reimagining, will celebrate his life and works. Restoration of the palace is underway, with an expert committee to finalize display plans. The family anticipates a year-long celebration.

The highly anticipated sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2," has stormed the box office, raking in USD 77 million domestically and USD 156.6 million globally in its opening weekend. Driven primarily by female audiences, the film easily claimed the top spot, outperforming expectations and marking a strong start to Hollywood's summer season. Critics offered mixed reviews, but audience reception remains overwhelmingly positive.

A new discovery reveals that Luigi, Mario's fictional brother, may have been named after Mario Segale's father, also named Luigi. While Shigeru Miyamoto previously cited a Japanese term for "similar" as Luigi's inspiration, genealogist Elisabeth Zetland found historical documents linking Mario Segale's father to the name Luigi. This adds an unexpected real-life twist to the beloved characters' origins.

Nintendo is increasing the retail price of its Switch 2 console in several markets due to rising memory chip costs and changing market conditions. The company forecasts a decline in Switch 2 sales for the upcoming fiscal year, expecting to sell 16.5 million units, down from 19.86 million previously. This decision comes as manufacturing expenses rise, impacting Nintendo's financial outlook.

Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explained the company's rare price cuts by highlighting their "Nintendo mentality." This approach emphasizes releasing complete, feature-ready games from day one, akin to Kyoto craftsmanship, which they believe justifies maintaining original prices and long-term value for titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

During the recent episode of Cosmo Goes Deep, Song sat down with her Running Point co-star Kate Hudson for a candid chat, where she opened up about the "pettiest" thing the couple argues about.

During a heartfelt conversation from Australian shores, Meghan Markle offered inspiring wedding wisdom to bride-to-be Ellie, shifting the focus from the grandeur of the wedding day to the depth of the marriage itself. She wished Ellie a fulfilling and enduring love story, reflecting on her own cherished union with Prince Harry, whom she affectionately describes as her rock.

Candace Owens defended Nick Fuentes after a viral video showed him pepper spraying and pushing Marla Rose at his door. The 2024 incident led to his arrest, but Rose later dropped criminal charges and filed a civil case. The situation divided opinions online, while separate Italy trips by Owens and Fuentes sparked fresh speculation, which both denied.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a global box office hit, raking in over Rs 3,700 crore worldwide despite slowing numbers in India. While overseas markets are driving earnings, the film's daily collections are declining. Critics praise its animation but note a lack of plot depth, making it an energetic but unfocused adventure.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Project Hail Mary continue their box office reign, pushing Lee Cronin's The Mummy to third place on its debut. While Mario holds strong, Hail Mary shows remarkable staying power. The Mummy's R-rated horror debut faltered with critics and audiences, despite a low production cost.

Michael Jackson's biopic, "Michael," defied negative reviews and production woes, opening to a staggering USD 97 million domestically and USD 217.4 million globally, setting a new record for music biopics. Despite controversy surrounding the King of Pop, the film's massive debut highlights its commercial success, even as critics pointed to its glossing over sensitive issues.

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'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' has officially emerged as Hollywood's highest-grossing film of 2026 so far, amassing an impressive USD 629 million at the global box office.

Nintendo has confirmed Splatoon Raiders will launch on July 23 for the Switch 2. This single-player focused spin-off features exploration, combat with mechanical gadgets and ink weapons against Salmonids, and loot collection. Players will be accompanied by a member of the Deep Cut band in a companion bot, with co-op support also available.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie continues its impressive box office run, raking in USD 69 million in its second weekend to surpass USD 308 million domestically. Despite a slight dip, the film is a massive hit.