Hail, Hail Mary, and the pull of stories that last

From Tolkien memorials in Oxford to repeated viewings of Project Hail Mary and debates over Andy Weir's novels, one theme stands out: the power of stories to create places, rituals, and fierce loyalty…

Why Star Wars Sequels Still Divide Fans Years Later

The sequel trilogy remains a flashpoint because of clashing expectations, uneven planning, and the way Star Wars became tied to identity, politics, and nostalgia. For many viewers, the films are less …