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Marvel Has No Faith In Their Next Big Hero, The Proof Is Right There

By Chris Snellgrove
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Assuming the film doesn’t get delayed again, Marvel fans will see Sam Wilson’s theatrical debut as Captain America next year. After Steve Rogers got his happily ever after at the conclusion of Endgame, the Russo Brothers set up Anthony Mackie’s Wilson to take the mantle, presumably kicking off a new era for the character.
Unfortunately, it’s now completely clear that Marvel has no faith in their new Captian America character. You can tell based on how long it has taken to develop his solo movie and the recent reports that Chris Evans is returning to the MCU.
The Clear Signs That Marvel Has No Faith In Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson

Why are we so confident that Marvel has no genuine faith in Sam Wilson replacing Steve Rogers as Captain America? First, it’s simple math: as of this writing, it has now been five and a half years since this newer character took on the role of America’s most famous defender. We still haven’t seen Captain America 4 (currently titled Captain America: Brave New World), but in this same amount of time, Marvel released an entire trilogy of Steve Rogers films.
Sure, we got a Sam Wilson-focused TV show, but it didn’t really feature him as Captain America. The show felt like an extended prologue to Captain America 4. However, that film has been delayed multiple times, and there are reports that the latest delay was caused by poor test screenings and the need for reshoots. If these reports are true, they serve as proof (not that we needed more) that Marvel doesn’t know what it’s doing with its most famous character.
Marvel Isn’t Sure It Wants Sam Wilson To Be Captain America

Speaking of famous faces, it seems like Marvel isn’t sure if they want the public to associate Sam Wilson and Captain America. Reportedly, Chris Evans will be returning to the MCU in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. While we’re pretty confident that he’s going to be playing the Beyonder (a major figure from the comics) rather than Captain America, it’s wild to think that Marvel is bringing back the original Cap actor so soon after the theatrical debut of Wilson’s Cap.
The weirdest thing about Marvel’s lack of confidence is that it’s so unfounded: Anthony Mackie is an amazing actor and likely to dazzle as much as Captain America as he ever did as the Falcon. Good acting doesn’t always equate to good writing, but with the right script, Captain America 4 could singlehandedly end the modern superhero fatigue phenomenon.

Disney execs seem hesitant to let him fly. Instead of an entire trilogy of Wilson Cap movies, the studio is taking forever to get a single film out as they make active plans to sabotage Mackie by bringing back the popular actor who originated the role.
As for us, we’re crossing our fingers for Captain America 4. The multiple delays and reported reshoots may well result in a better film, and it’s somewhat reassuring that Disney doesn’t want to rush out a bad film. But the longer it takes Sam Wilson to make his theatrical debut as Captain America, the more it seems like his character is being disrespected and dismissed by one of the biggest studios in the world.
Forget villains like Zemo. It turns out that the biggest foe holding our heroes back is the studio responsible for their cinematic creation. Until someone defeats them, superhero fatigue is here to stay.
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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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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
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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Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Wordle.