Bengals HC Zac Taylor Makes Big Coaching Staff Announcement After Devastating Loss

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The Cincinnati Bengals keep finding ways to lose in excruciating fashion. After letting the New York Jets rally late against them in Week 8, the Bengals were the ones attempting a comeback in Week 9 against the Chicago Bears. While they briefly pulled off a wild rally, their defense fell apart at the worst possible time, allowing the Bears to secure a 47-42 victory.

Although the offense has been moving the ball well with Joe Flacco under center, the defense simply cannot get stops. This situation has created quite a challenge for head coach Zac Taylor.

### Coaching Changes: Zac Taylor Stands Firm

There has been significant finger-pointing following this loss, prompting Taylor to address his coaching staff’s future. Despite the struggles, Taylor announced that he does **not** plan on making changes to his coaching staff.

Entering the 2025 season, it was clear the Bengals could face defensive issues. With so much investment in offensive stars like Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins, the front office had limited flexibility to improve the defense during the offseason. For example, Trey Hendrickson’s contract was not finalized until just before the start of the campaign.

While Burrow’s toe injury complicated the offense, Flacco’s arrival has helped stabilize it. Since Flacco took over as starter, Cincinnati’s offense is averaging an impressive 32.8 points per game, which should be enough to win games. However, the defense has been allowing 36 points per game, resulting in a 1-3 record over that stretch.

All eyes are on first-year defensive coordinator Al Golden, who currently appears to have no clear answers. Although the roster presents challenges, no defense should allow over 35 points per game as the Bengals have recently.

Taylor commented on the situation:
“No. These are good football coaches. They’ve been successful everywhere they’ve been. We’re still in the first half of the season. We all know we got to play better as a football team. There’s been challenges our offense has faced over the course of the season. We worked through them. We’re playing better for it. There’s challenges our defense is facing right now. I’m confident that we’re going to work through it. We’re going to play better football and find a way to win some games. I believe in these guys. Absolutely. We’ll continue to work through it and find solutions.”

### Should Zac Taylor Fire Al Golden?

Golden earned widespread acclaim for turning the Notre Dame Fighting Irish’s defense into one of college football’s best units during his three seasons as defensive coordinator. That success led Taylor to believe Golden could restore the Bengals’ defense.

Instead, defensive performance has deteriorated, raising questions about Golden’s job security after just nine games.

As the season progresses, all eyes will remain on both Golden and Taylor to see how they address the defensive struggles and whether the Bengals can find their footing.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/cincinnati-bengals/zac-taylor-staff-changes-al-golden/

Hegseth Revisits Vietnam and Korea, Sites of America’s Two Bloodiest Wars Since World War II

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Secretary Pete Hegseth is revisiting some of the scenes of America’s two bloodiest wars since World War II, buttressing defenses against the same enemies—the Chinese and the Russians—with whom Americans fought and died in Vietnam and Korea.

In South Korea, Mr. Hegseth is focusing on a highly sensitive topic: transferring operational control to the top Korean commander in time of war from the American general who commands U.S. Forces Korea as well as the Combined Forces Command and the UN Command. American and Korean negotiators are addressing the trickier aspects of this transfer, while the Americans press the South to increase defense spending and contribute more to the costs of keeping 28,500 American troops on bases there, as President Trump demanded in his first term.

Mr. Hegseth got a first-hand taste of the standoff on the Korean peninsula after spending two days in Vietnam discussing the shipment of heavy arms for the Vietnamese Communists, who fought the Americans and their South Vietnamese allies using Chinese and Soviet weapons between 1965 and the American withdrawal in 1973.

Just after flying to Osan Air Base, south of Seoul, from Hanoi, Mr. Hegseth headed to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that has divided North and South Korea since the end of the Korean War. There, he was greeted by South Korea’s defense minister, Ahn Gyu-back, who escorted him to the Joint Security Area (JSA)—the site where the war truce was signed in July 1953.

Mr. Ahn noted that Mr. Hegseth had called the JSA “the frontline of division and a place of dialogue.” This carefully constructed remark acknowledged the importance of the JSA as the venue for negotiations when President Trump met North Korean leader Kim Jong-un for the third time in June 2019. It was also at the JSA that Mr. Kim met former South Korean president Moon Jae-in in 2018, during a period of hopeful North-South rapprochement.

For Mr. Hegseth, the visit to the DMZ was typical of visits made by thousands of sightseers, but it also symbolized the American-Korean alliance amid deepening North-South confrontation. Currently, Mr. Kim refuses to meet with anyone from the South, which he has declared the “enemy” while tightening his alliance with Russia’s president. North Korea has sent thousands of troops and steady shipments of arms to Russian forces in Ukraine.

Mr. Hegseth is urging South Korea to invest more in its own defense and possibly increase its share of the costs for American troops and bases, which currently stand at $1.1 billion a year under President Biden. During his first term, President Trump demanded $5 billion annually but has not repeated that figure during his second term. Trump also did not mention defense during his recent visit to Pusan, where he met President Xi Jinping ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in nearby Gyeongju.

After meeting other defense ministers in Kuala Lumpur on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, Mr. Hegseth flew to Hanoi. There, he discussed selling warplanes and other arms in meetings with Vietnam’s leader To Lam, general secretary of the ruling Communist Party, as well as with Vietnam’s president Luong Cuong and defense minister General Phan Van Giang.

Mr. Hegseth is believed to have discussed the sale of aircraft—including transport planes and helicopters—to a regime that has moved much closer to America in the 30 years since Hanoi established diplomatic relations with Washington, two decades after the Vietnam War ended in 1975.

During the Vietnam War, Russia supplied Hanoi with heavy ammunition, including short-range missiles that shot down numerous American warplanes, while China provided rifles and machine guns. The legacy of Vietnam weighed heavily on Mr. Hegseth’s visit.

As a symbol of regretful remembrance, he “returned” to Vietnam some souvenirs belonging to a deceased Communist soldier, including a belt, a knife, and a leather box. Mr. Pham, a Vietnamese official, in turn gave Mr. Hegseth identification cards of two American soldiers.

More significantly, they discussed measures to combat Agent Orange, which was sprayed over vast stretches of jungle, as well as ongoing efforts to search for missing American soldiers.
https://www.nysun.com/article/hegseth-revisits-vietnam-and-korea-sites-of-americas-two-bloodiest-wars-since-world-war-ii

Finally Defeating Self-Sabotage: Virginia Republicans Embrace Early Voting

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You go to war with the army you have, not the one you want. The same principle applies to elections: you vote according to existing laws, not the laws you wish existed.

With good reason and principle, Republicans generally remain skeptical of a long, drawn-out voting period—often described as “Election Month”—and the risks of ballot custody issues that can arise during mail-in voting. However, Virginia, with its Democrat-led Legislature and a tendency to vote left, presents a different dynamic. Meanwhile, Republicans are beginning to take note and adjust their strategies.

As October drew to a close, early voting in Virginia in some areas continued to favor Republican-leaning districts, a trend that was also observed through late September. Earlier this year, data from the Virginia primary elections showed higher turnout in Democrat-led areas. Yet, in the current general election, early voting in most state House districts leans toward Republicans. This trend bodes well for conservative candidates facing the typical challenges of Virginia’s off-year elections.

That said, estimates of the partisanship of early voters from The Virginia Public Access Project reveal a more nuanced picture. While likely GOP voters lead in early in-person ballots, likely Democrat voters hold a larger lead in mail-in ballots. Overall, most early ballots so far are from likely Democrat voters.

Virginia votes for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general in the year following a presidential election. Historically, the party opposite the president’s party often wins the Virginia Executive Mansion in Richmond.

“Republican identifiers are likely becoming more comfortable with voting in advance than they were previously, a trend we’ve seen in other states as well,” said Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, in an interview with The Daily Signal.

“Republicans have become more open to voting early, particularly early in-person. The best voting method for Republicans is likely Election Day itself, although the gap between early in-person and Election Day voting was smaller in 2024 than it was in 2021,” Kondik added.

Early voter turnout in Virginia this year is significantly higher than four years ago. As of October 30—five days before Election Day—early balloting is up nearly 25% compared to the same time last year and has already exceeded the total number of ballots cast in the 2021 Virginia gubernatorial election.

Data from the Virginia Department of Elections shows that among the top 20 state House districts for ballots cast, 12 are in GOP-led areas, six are Democrat-leaning or strongholds, and two are toss-up, competitive districts. Conversely, among the bottom 20 districts for early voting turnout so far, 14 are Democrat-leaning or Democrat strongholds, while only six are Republican-leaning or strongholds.

While this measure is not perfect, it offers some indication of voter fervor and intensity across the state.

Kondik also shared district-by-district vote totals for Virginia’s 11 federal congressional districts in 2024, sourced from The Downballot, a left-leaning election site.

“As you can see, the district that produced the most presidential votes was VA-01, which is a GOP-leaning but competitive district,” Kondik noted. “The second-highest was VA-05, the third-most Republican district in the state. The one that produced the least votes was VA-03, one of the bluest districts.”

Comparing the 2024 early voting results with turnout so far in 2025, the five congressional districts currently held by Republicans each have more early votes cast this year than their comprehensive total in 2021. Only one of the six Democrat-held districts—Congressional District 11—shows this trend.

Even though the RealClearPolitics aggregate of polls currently favors Democrat Abigail Spanberger over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears by 8.9 points in the Virginia governor’s race, the contest remains largely within the margin of error.

No matter who wins on Election Day, the continued strong turnout by conservative voters in early elections will be crucial in determining whether liberty thrives or faces setbacks in our beautiful commonwealth.

*Carrie Sheffield*, a Virginia voter, is the author of *Motorhome Prophecies: A Journey of Healing and Forgiveness* and the program manager of Healthy Faith.

*The Daily Signal* publishes a variety of perspectives. Nothing written here should be construed as representing the views of the publication.
https://www.dailysignal.com/2025/11/03/finally-defeating-self-sabotage-virginia-republicans-embrace-early-voting/

Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Ten Pound Poms’ On BritBox, About Brits Who Struggle To Start A New Life In 1950s Australia

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**Ten Pound Poms: Stream It or Skip It?**

After World War II, the governments of both Australia and New Zealand sponsored programs that allowed residents of England to migrate to their countries for a mere £10. In the 2023 drama *Ten Pound Poms*, which aired in the UK and Australia, we follow several people who took advantage of that program and explore the ups and downs of building a new life in the Southern Hemisphere.

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### Opening Shot

On a snowy day in 1956 England, we see Terry Roberts (Warren Brown) working on masonry at a factory, then flash back to a battle he fought in during World War II. Terry deals with those haunting flashbacks through drinking. One night, after he passes out in the street, a neighbor fetches his wife Annie (Faye Marsay), who brings him home. As Terry writhes in his own vomit on the floor, in full view of their children Pattie (Hattie Hook) and Peter (Finn Treacy), Annie spots a newspaper ad promising a new life in Australia for only £10.

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### The Journey Begins

The Roberts family boards the ship that will take them on their journey to a new life. Meanwhile, we meet Kate Thorne (Michelle Keegan), who is supposed to be traveling on the same ship with her fiancé, Henry Broad (Hugo Johnstone-Burt). When everyone disembarks in Sydney six weeks later, Kate arrives alone. She tells the immigration officer that Henry changed his mind. He warns her that British passports are held by authorities for two years, a condition she accepts.

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### Settling In—Or Not

Excited about their new adventure, the Roberts family soon discovers that the immigrant camp they are housed in is nothing like the advertisements promised. Terry struggles to find work and ends up digging ditches because Australians have first dibs on jobs.

Terry’s workplace is hostile. A co-worker named Dean (David Field) bullies him relentlessly, using the derogatory term “Pom” (a nickname for British immigrants) and claiming “Poms can’t even use the latrine.”

Meanwhile, Annie ventures into town and cunningly secures a job as a department store supervisor, despite lying by telling the manager her husband was dead. Terry, however, believes her place is at home, taking care of the family.

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### Kate’s Secret Mission

Kate, on the other hand, takes a truck belonging to JJ Walker (Stephen Curry), the site supervisor, and heads to Sydney to visit the port office. She seduces JJ to get the keys to access immigration records, searching for someone she came all the way to Australia to find. The mystery of Kate’s story unfolds gradually, hinting at a darker backstory.

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### What Shows Will It Remind You Of?

Created by Danny Brocklehurst, *Ten Pound Poms* bears some resemblance to *A Thousand Blows*. Many reviewers have also compared it to *Call The Midwife*, given its period setting and focus on personal struggles.

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### Our Take

The Assisted Passage Migration Scheme was a real post-WWII program initiated by the Australian and New Zealand governments. It offered British families, struggling in postwar England, a chance to start fresh in a warm climate with suburban middle-class opportunities.

As depicted in the series, things were far from easy for British immigrants. The first episode effectively illustrates how Aussies derisively called “your majesty” those new Brits, mocking them for being out of place—even when families like the Robertses were working class.

As Dean cruelly tells Terry, “You got Blacks in Britain, don’t ya? Well, over here, you’re the Black.” This highlights the resentment many Australians felt towards British immigrants, whom they saw as job-takers. It takes much effort for the Brits to earn the Australians’ trust.

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### Two Stories, One Darkening Path

The Robertses’ storyline portrays a working-class family trying to rebuild their lives amid adversity, while Kate’s narrative is shrouded in mystery and tension from the outset. Her deliberate choice to leave her fiancé behind hints at deeper motives, revealed subtly as she searches immigration records.

Both stories turn dark by the episode’s end. Terry, having finally found some acceptance among his coworkers, becomes entangled in a drunken accident caused by Dean, which may threaten his future. Kate’s plan also starts to falter as complications arise.

We’re eager to see how these dark turns unfold, particularly Terry’s storyline. Will the near-fatal accident haunt him as he tries to build a new life? Meanwhile, there are other stories in need of development—Annie asserting herself as a working woman, Pattie facing a possible pregnancy, and a side story involving JJ’s affair with Sheila Anderson (Emma Hamilton), a resident of the camp eager to return to England.

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### Sex and Skin

The first episode contains no explicit content.

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### Parting Shot

The episode closes with Terry returning from that fateful night with Dean, brooding on what lies ahead.

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### Sleeper Star

Faye Marsay is underrated in her role as Annie. She brings depth and nuance to the character, especially during her confession to the department store manager, and her candid reflections on why her family left England.

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### Most Pilot-y Line

Terry talks to Annie about their honeymoon B&B, describing the owner as having “a face like a smacked arse.”

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### Our Call: STREAM IT

*Ten Pound Poms* is a generally watchable drama that explores the trials faced by British immigrants in post-WWII Australia. While a sudden dark turn in the first episode and a few underdeveloped subplots leave some questions open, the series promises a compelling look at resilience, identity, and cultural clashes.

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If you’re interested in historical dramas that tackle real social issues with emotional depth, *Ten Pound Poms* is worth watching.
https://decider.com/2025/11/03/ten-pound-poms-britbox-review/

1948 Ford Super Deluxe Sedan Coupe

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If you are the highest bidder, you will also need to pay the seller any applicable taxes or VAT. Your bid amount may not include these charges. Relevant tax details are provided in the listing, so please ensure you have read and understood this information before placing your bid.

Additionally, if you plan to import the vehicle to your country, you may be responsible for any import-related taxes and fees.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1948-ford-super-deluxe-16/

Avengers: Doomsday directors hint at a connection between Robert Downey Jr’s Iron Man and Doctor Doom, and tease a bombshell Secret Wars twist

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**Avengers: Doomsday – Russo Brothers Drop Intriguing Hints About the Next MCU Chapter**

Directors Joe and Anthony Russo, known for their work on major MCU films, have been teasing fans with cryptic clues about their upcoming project, *Avengers: Doomsday*. The latest hint comes from a social media post by their production company, AGBO Films, which includes imagery that may reveal significant details about the plot of *Doomsday* and its immediate sequel, *Avengers: Secret Wars*.

The post, highlighted by ScreenTime, features two AGBO employees standing back to back—one wearing an Iron Man mask and the other donning a Doctor Doom mask. The camera slowly pans around them, suggesting they could represent two sides of the same coin or possibly a transformative connection between the characters.

Adding to the intrigue, several key costume pieces appear in the background: outfits belonging to Sue Storm, Doctor Doom, and Franklin Richards are displayed together. This visual follows up on the post-credits scene from *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, where Sue encounters Doom speaking with a young Franklin Richards.

But the significance of these costumes goes beyond mere fan service. In the 2015 *Secret Wars* comic event, Doctor Doom saves the Marvel Multiverse from total annihilation by forming Battleworld—a composite reality made from remnants of various worlds stitched together. On Battleworld, Doom rules supreme. Notably, Sue Storm serves as his queen, and her children, Franklin and Valeria Richards, become his step-children, delivering a piercing insult to his longtime rival, Reed Richards.

Could the Russo brothers be hinting that a similar dynamic will play out in their adaptation of *Secret Wars*? If the film borrows heavily from the comics—as expected—this complex relationship could be central to the story. While it’s too early to confirm, these subtle hints certainly build anticipation.

The Russo brothers have been steadily ramping up excitement for *Avengers: Doomsday* and the following *Secret Wars* film through various social media posts. Among the teases is one that appears to confirm fan theories suggesting *Doomsday* might serve as an *Avengers vs. X-Men* showdown, promising an epic clash of iconic Marvel teams.

Stay tuned as more information emerges about these highly anticipated MCU entries!
https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/marvel-movies/avengers-doomsday-directors-hint-at-a-connection-between-robert-downey-jrs-iron-man-and-doctor-doom-and-tease-a-bombshell-secret-wars-twist/

From the archives: Diane Ladd and Laura Dern

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Three-time Oscar-nominated actress Diane Ladd, known for her memorable performances alongside her daughter Laura Dern in several productions—including *Rambling Rose* and *Wild at Heart*—passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 89.

In a heartfelt “Sunday Morning” interview that aired on May 14, 2023, Diane and Laura sat down with Rita Braver to discuss their shared family history, which has frequently played out on movie and TV screens. The conversation also touched on their joint memoir, *Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)*, where they explore the deep bond they share through life’s many complexities.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/from-the-archives-diane-ladd-and-laura-dern/

ARC Raiders Lost in Transmission Quest Guide

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Lost In Transmission Quest Guide – ARC Raiders

Quests are a significant part of the gameplay loop in ARC Raiders, allowing you to earn various rewards by completing specific objectives. While your main goal in the game is to acquire the best loot possible, these quests add an extra layer of challenge and excitement. Although the objectives tend to be straightforward, many quests have prerequisites you need to meet.

One such quest is the Lost In Transmission quest, which sends you to the Spaceport map. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key locations and steps required to complete this quest successfully. Let’s dive in!

About Lost In Transmission Quest

Lost In Transmission is a quest offered by Shani specifically for the Spaceport map in ARC Raiders. Completing this quest rewards you with the Snap Hook, a powerful tool that enhances your movement capabilities.

To finish the quest, you must reach and explore Control Tower A6 on the Spaceport map. However, access to the tower requires the Spaceport Control Tower Key. This key can be found as a random drop by looting drawers and cabinets, particularly in areas marked as Residential. It’s worth noting that this key is not exclusive to the Spaceport map—you may find it while looting other maps as well. Keep looting diligently until you obtain the key.

For more detailed tips on acquiring the key, be sure to check out our detailed Spaceport Control Tower Key Guide.

Quest Objectives

Objective 1: Visit Control Tower A6

Start by making your way to Control Tower A6 on the Spaceport map. Remember, you need the Spaceport Control Tower Key to open the door to the shaft that leads to the top of the tower. Without this key, you won’t be able to progress.

Objective 2: Reach The Top Of Control Tower A6

After entering through the front door of Control Tower A6, head toward the double shaft doors of the elevator. These doors will be locked initially. Use the Spaceport Control Tower Key to unlock them.

Once inside, you’ll find a zipline. Interact with the zipline to ascend all the way to the top of the tower.

Objective 3: Establish A Connection From The Terminal

At the top of the tower, you’ll enter a control room. Exercise caution here, as this small area is guarded by several ARC Pop enemies who can explode, posing a serious threat if you’re not careful.

After defeating the enemies, move to the left side of the room to find a terminal. Interact with this terminal to establish the connection and complete the quest.

Wrap Up

That covers everything you need to know to complete the Lost In Transmission quest in ARC Raiders. While the objectives themselves are relatively simple, the main challenge lies in obtaining the Spaceport Control Tower Key due to its randomized drop nature. It can be frustrating to reach the tower only to find the door locked, but persistence will pay off.

Once you have the key, navigating to the top of the tower and finishing the quest is straightforward. The reward—the Snap Hook—is incredibly valuable, allowing you to perform advanced movement techniques to scale large buildings and obstacles, giving you a significant edge in ARC Raiders.

Good luck, Raiders!

https://gamesfuze.com/guides/arc-raiders-lost-in-transmission-quest-guide/

Turn-Based Combat Is Finally Coming To This 10-Year-Old RPG

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I’ve never played an isometric RPG that didn’t feel better with turn-based combat, so it’s really exciting to hear that **Pillars of Eternity** will be testing this more tactical option in the weeks ahead.

The new mode aims to be more intuitive for some players compared to the game’s existing “real-time with pause” combat, potentially attracting more fans to Obsidian Entertainment’s big fantasy series where it all began.

Testing for turn-based combat will begin on **November 5** for the PC version of *Pillars of Eternity*, with plans to include it in a future patch.

### Insights from Game Director Josh Sawyer

In a recent video blog, game director Josh Sawyer called the update a “big undertaking.” He explained that the decision to add turn-based combat was inspired by the positive reception to the system’s introduction in *Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire* back in 2019.

However, Sawyer acknowledged that fans had some criticisms of the turn-based system in *Deadfire*. He said these issues will be addressed for the version coming to the original *Pillars of Eternity*.

“One of the major changes is that action economy is a lot more accurate to the real-time with pause game,” Sawyer shared. “It’s not a one-to-one translation of time because we did try that. But it does match the spirit of what dexterity should do, what recovery time should do, everything like that.”

He further explained, “The number of turns you get to take per round is no longer tied to the round, but to your speed and recovery. That feels like it has much greater parity with the real-time with pause mode.”

### Tweaks to Enhance Gameplay

To keep combat from feeling slow or drawn out, lethality has been buffed. This change ensures fights remain engaging and fast-paced.

Obsidian is also exploring a heads-up display (HUD) toggle that would allow players to swap between combat modes on the fly. Regardless, there will be an option in the game settings menu for players to select their preferred combat style at any time.

### Community Reaction

Fans have responded enthusiastically to the news, with many already calling for a sequel. One excited player commented on YouTube:
“Please give this man the budget of BG3 to make the next Pillars.”

With the upcoming addition of turn-based combat, *Pillars of Eternity* looks set to offer a fresh experience for both new players and longtime fans. Keep an eye out for the November 5 test launch and future updates!
https://kotaku.com/pillars-eternity-3-turn-based-mode-update-avowed-crpg-2000640875

Rawlings unveils Gold Glove statue for HQ building

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The final design for the Rawlings World Headquarters was unveiled on Monday, marking an exciting milestone for the project.

One of the standout features of the new Rawlings Experience building in Westport Plaza will be a striking 30-foot baseball glove perched atop the structure.

This unique addition is sure to capture attention and celebrate Rawlings’ deep connection to the sport of baseball. Stay tuned for more updates as the project progresses!
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/rawlings-unveils-gold-glove-statue-for-hq-building/