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Bizarre 90s Steampunk Cartoon Nearly Impossible To Watch Today
By Jonathan Klotz
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Back in the 90s, you couldn’t turn to a channel on Saturday mornings without coming across a cartoon that, when you describe them today, sounds like you’re describing a bad trip. Biker Mice from Mars, Street Sharks, S.W.A.T. Kats, Samurai Pizza Cats, all of them have concepts that sound insane, but none of them are as bizarre as Wild West COW-Boys of Moo Mesa which hinges entirely on the pun of cowboys who are actual cows. It’s a flimsy premise for a series, though it is filled from snout to tail with puns, but it somehow lasted for two seasons and 26 episodes that you can’t find streaming anywhere today.
The Code Of The West
The Cowboys of Moo Mesa was a trio led by Marshal Moo Montana, the muscle-bound bruiser Dakota Dude (voiced by Jim Cummings, known for Winnie the Pooh), and Cowlorado Kid, the ladies’ man of the group, hitting all three archetypes that every show about “Abnimals” (as coined on the My Brother, My Brother, And Me podcast) was bound by law to include. Adding to the strangeness of the series, the anthropomorphic cows ride horses which could inspire a “why are Pluto and Goofy so different” level of debate if you and your friends are really bored. Opposing the trio are a rotating roster of villains, headlined by the corrupt Sheriff Terrorbull (voiced by Joe Piscopo, in a role that’s oddly kept off his Wikipedia page), and his villainous disguise, The Masked Bull.
Even if you’ve never seen the series, you can already guess almost every episode of COW-Boys of Moo Mesa if you’ve watched even one Saturday morning cartoon. Not every episode, though, as there’s one where the villainous Boot Hill Buzzard goes undercover as a teacher to recruit children to commit crimes, or the amazing episode with Mules Verne, an airship, and a giant robotic cowboy that’s a 22-minute love letter to Wild Wild West. There’s nothing subtle about any of the characters or storylines, and most episodes are standalone, but that’s exactly what a Saturday morning cartoon should be like.
Lost To The Mists Of Time
Today, if you manage to find a way to watch any episodes of Wild West COW-Boys of Moo Mesa, you’ll be able to pick out some recognizable sci-fi stars, including Mark Hamill as the leader of a gang of coyotes, Kate Mulgrew (years before Star Trek: Voyager) as Barb Wire Babs, and Tim Curry as con artist Jacques Le Beef. The animated series is, like so many of its contemporaries, wrapped up in a mess of rights between different companies that makes streaming a nightmare, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. A revival is, amazingly, in the works thanks to The Nacelle Company, the same nostalgia-powered production company working on Biker Mice from Mars, and while nothing has been shown yet, the purchase only happened in 2023, so there’s plenty of time for the return of the Cowlorado Kid.
Wild West COW-Boys of Moo Mesa is one of the oddest examples of the sci-fi and Western mashup, and there are plenty of adults who think the cartoon was a fever dream they experienced as a child, but it’s a fun “Abnimals” series that knows it’s meant for kids. The puns are groan-worthy, and every single episode is stuffed with them; while the plots are simple and formulaic, there’s a reason they always work. It’s a shame that it’s not streaming today for another generation to be both delighted and horrified by the ridiculouss premise.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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