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Supergirl Star Claims People Are Upset She's A Woman
By Jennifer Asencio
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Supergirl star Milly Alcock is already worried about her movie. The actress told Variety that she’s already expecting “backlash” for playing the character, given that she’s a woman in a superhero role.
“It definitely made me aware that simply existing as a woman in that space is something that people comment on,” she said in the interview. “We have become very comfortable having this weird ownership of women’s bodies. I can’t really stop them. I can only be myself.”
Alcock was a little more fair to classic directors Ridley Scott and Martin Scorsese for their derisive comments about superhero films, offering a nod to their “phenomenal films” and admitting that “Not every film is for everyone.”
Variety Is Not A Trustworthy Source
As much as Alcock’s statement about women in superhero films has faced backlash of its own, I am willing to give her the benefit of the doubt here. After all, the story was presented by Variety, who recently attacked both Chuck Norris and Brigitte Bardot after their deaths with posthumous hit pieces.
The magazine has also been happy to amplify and invent accusations of bigotry against detractors of bad shows from popular franchises like The Acolyte and Starfleet Academy. So, I’m not sure how much of the interview was arranged to give the impression that Alcock was making the activist statement the publication is eager to imply.
Milly Alcock Should Be Used To Body Scrutiny
After all, Milly Alcock is a veteran of the Game of Thrones franchise, known for its graphic sex and nudity. The actress did have a few racy scenes on the show. Being associated with that character would organically subject the actress to scrutiny. In that respect, women’s bodies are definitely “commented on.”
However, so are men’s. The most recent addition to the Game of Thrones franchise, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, shows men in various states of undress, even graphically waving around parts that only Game of Thrones fans can tolerate.
As much as we comment on how sexy women might be, we comment on men just as often for six-pack abs and handsome faces. The superhero space is full of peak-fitness characters like Thor, Wolverine, and Superman himself. A well-dressed, well-groomed man is lusted over just as much as a sexy starlet. When it comes to actors, audiences, and even the productions themselves do “claim ownership of… bodies,” but Alcock is wrong to suggest that it is exclusively women’s bodies.
The Difference Between Catwoman And Storm
It’s also not like other superhero roles haven’t been played by women. The X-Men and The Avengers movies feature lots of female superheroes, like Jean Grey, Black Widow, and Storm. Actresses like Famke Janning, Sophie Turner, Scarlett Johannsen, and Halle Berry never received unusual scrutiny from those roles that Alcock is projecting about; Berry did receive it for another superhero role she played: Catwoman.
What was the difference between Catwoman and Storm? The Catwoman movie was a critical failure because it had a weak story that didn’t resonate with fans. That’s not the fault of the actress, either.
Wonder Woman didn’t have that problem, but Wonder Woman 1984 did, so the first was a critical success and the second a critical failure. Since Gal Gadot played the role both times, what made it different? The same things that made Halle Berry’s roles different: Wonder Woman 1984 was just not a good movie.
The Real Reason Milly Alcock Faces Scrutiny
The main reason Alcock’s rendition of Supergirl is receiving so much “commentary” isn’t really because of Alcock herself. The first trailer introduced a character who was gratuitously dysfunctional and literally urinated all over what the Superman franchise represents. The movie’s slogan, “Truth. Justice. Whatever,” also spits in the face of Superman lore because the character is like an alien paladin with a strong moral compass.
To top it off, the recent Superman movie was also not well received by many fans, who felt the character was subjected to presentism and modern identity politics; the initial Supergirl trailer hinted at more of the things fans hated about the Superman movie and none of the things they liked.
There’s Hope For Supergirl
After the release of the second trailer, some of these concerns seem to have been dispelled. What seemed to be a gratuitously absurd take is shaping up to be a strong story that has the potential to offset the concerns left over from Superman. I’ve been told it follows the canon storyline and introduces a Kara Jor-El who is dealing with consequences that the Melissa Benoist, Sasha Calle, or even Helen Slater renditions never really addressed.
Kara was a young adolescent when Krypton was destroyed, unlike Clark, who was an infant. She remembers what she lost. A portrayal of her as something other than a plucky female version of Clark’s optimism is deeply within the realm of the comics.
If the movie is good, Alcock will probably enjoy the “ownership” fans think they have over her body, as she seems to have with House of the Dragon. If it sucks, it probably won’t be blamed entirely on Alcock, even if she takes it the same way the Starfleet Academy cast who have invented “other reasons” their show wasn’t a hit.
However, given the unreliable source, potential viewers should remain skeptical that Milly Alocock’s words were printed as she intended and not presented in a way that makes her look more controversial than she is.
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400K MagSafe power banks recalled after fatal fire, the 10th power bank recall in a year
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Casely reannounced a power bank recall this April after a fire linked to the device fatally injured a user. This is the tenth power bank recall in the United States in the last 12 months, and Anker recalled 1.5 million power banks in 2025.
The recall affects an estimated 429,200 Casely 5,000-mAh MagSafe Power Pods (Model E33A), which were originally recalled in 2025. The MagSafe power banks need to be completely replaced.
Back of Casely power banks.
Credit: CPSC
Affected customers should stop using the portable power banks immediately. They can also contact Casely to receive a free replacement.
“The recalled lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat and ignite, posing risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards to consumers,” the CPSC stated on its recall website.
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The Brooklyn-based company is reannouncing the recall after receiving 51 reports of the lithium-ion battery overheating, expanding, and/or catching fire while charging smartphones, “resulting in six minor burn injuries.”
However, in the past year, the CPSC says 28 more reports have been made, including explosions that caused a serious accident on an airplane and one death.
In August 2024, a 75-year-old woman from New Jersey, was charging her cell phone with the power bank on her lap when it caught on fire and exploded. The victim suffered second and third degree burns and later passed away from complications from her injuries. In February 2026, a 47-year-old woman was charging her cell phone with the power bank on an airplane when it caught on fire and exploded, resulting in the victim suffering first degree burns.
How to check your Casely Power Pod
Worried you may own one of the 429,000 recalled power banks? It’s easy to check if your device is included in the recall.
On the back of the device, look for the device’s model number, as show in a picture provided by the CPSC. If the model number reads “E33A,” then stop using the device immediately.
Look for the model number.
Credit: CPSC
More information on requesting a replacement power bank is available on the CPSC and Casely recall websites.
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The new Dyson Supersonic Travel is the cheapest Supersonic yet
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Nearly three years ago, I asked if the (then) $429 Dyson Supersonic was still worth the price of entry.
These days, with the Supersonic line having expanded, the standard model having increased in price to $449.99, and the most expensive version of the hair dryer topping out at $549.99, it’s a question that feels even more apt.
The good news? If you’re not super into the idea of spending about $500 for a hair dryer, Dyson just announced the Dyson Supersonic Travel, a $299.99 model of its famous hair tool. In addition to its lower price point, it comes with more travel-friendly proportions and features.
As someone who’s personally tested Supersonics (and their many dupes), I took a closer look at the latest Dyson beauty launch to gather everything you need to know.
The design differences of the Dyson Supersonic Travel
In short, the Supersonic Travel is the standard Supersonic but smaller. According to Dyson, that comes out to exactly 32 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than the OG Supersonic. In other words, it’s 0.7 pounds to the standard Supersonic’s 1.8 pounds, and 8.7 inches tall to the larger model’s 10 inches.
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This model also comes with one attachment, the styling concentrator, a la the now-discontinued Dyson Supersonic Origin (which ran for $399.99). For comparison, the $449.99 Supersonic comes with three attachments: a styling concentrator, diffuser, and wide-tooth comb. For all five attachments, you’ll have to shell out $549.99.
The Supersonic Travel is compatible with all original and Supersonic Nural attachments.
Credit: Dyson
The same attachments can be used between the Travel, original, and Supersonic Nural dryers. This means opting for the Travel could technically save you some money — individual attachments range from $19.99 to $44.99. If you only use a styling concentrator and diffuser, for instance, the total cost of a Travel dryer with the extra attachment purchase would come out to $344.98, making it still over $100 cheaper than the three-attachment original Supersonic.
The Supersonic Travel is more versatile in some ways, and less so in others
Functionality-wise, the Supersonic Travel is a slightly different product from the other Supersonics in the line. It has anywhere from 1,000 to 1,220 watts of power and an airflow speed of 11.6 liters per second, compared to the 1,600 watts and 13.3 liters per second of the standard Supersonic. In other words, the bigger dryer is slightly more powerful, so it wouldn’t be unreasonable to expect longer dry times.
The standard Supersonic and Supersonic Nural also feature four heats and three air speeds, where the Supersonic Travel features three heats and two air speeds.
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That said, the Supersonic Travel has universal voltage compatibility, so it can be used from 100 to 240 volts, whereas the other Supersonics are locked into 120 volt compatibility.
In terms of its portability, it’s also worth noting the Supersonic Travel weighs the same as the Supersonic r, a professional grade hair dryer (priced as such at $549.99) that’s become more popular due in part to being lightweight and easy to maneuver.
Where to buy the Dyson Supersonic Travel
The Dyson Supersonic Travel is available for $299.99 at Dyson’s website, Amazon, and Best Buy. If you buy at the former, you will receive a complimentary $59.99 travel bag along with the hair dryer.
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The gorgeous yet budget-friendly Samsung QN70F Neo QLED TV is the cheapest its ever been
SAVE $300: As of April 21, you can get the Samsung 55-inch QN70F Neo QLED 4K TV for only $597.99 instead of $897.99 at Amazon. That’s 33% in savings and the lowest price on record.
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We’re in peak sports season, y’all. Besides the action of the Stanley Cup playoffs and NBA playoffs, there’s a fresh MLB season taking shape. If your TV is looking dull or lagging, it’s a prime time to upgrade — especially since you can find some epic deals on 2025 models.
As of April 21, the Samsung 55-inch QN70F Neo QLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for only $597.99. That’s 33% or $300 off its current list price, as well as its lowest price to date.
As Mashable’s TV expert Leah Stodart explains, “Neo QLED is really just Samsung’s proprietary term for QLED paired with Mini LED.” So, the QN70F features a panel of quantum dots over a bunch of tiny LED bulbs instead of a basic LED panel. The result? A stunning display with impressive color accuracy, deep blacks, and spectacular contrast. All the little details will look good no matter the lighting conditions in your room.
This TV uses an NQ4 AI Gen2 processor to upscale content and enhance the quality of anything you’re watching. So even those old episodes of Friends will look more impressive on the QN70F. And thanks to a 144Hz variable refresh rate, gaming and sports will look noticeably smoother and less laggy than your old set.
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If an upgrade is in order, but you don’t want to spend a ton of money, the Samsung QN70F Neo QLED 4K TV is an excellent value at full price. At $300 off, it’s a steal.
400K MagSafe power banks recalled after fatal fire, the 10th power bank recall in a year
The new Dyson Supersonic Travel is the cheapest Supersonic yet
