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https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-24/how-well-do-audiences-relate-to-superheroes/105668972
https://kotaku.com/conjuring-4-last-rites-popcorn-bucket-annabelle-regal-cinemark-2000618273
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-09/musicians-seek-fame-success-asia-west-us-uk/105621618
https://www.polygon.com/what-is-wplace-google-maps-pixel-art-reddit-rplace
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-04/tourism-australia-come-and-say-gday-campaign/105601674
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-02/rugby-league-26-video-game-ross-symons-big-ant/105600772
https://www.polygon.com/dc/613025/superman-vs-american-government-comics-movies-tv