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Street Fighter is making its way to the big screen, and the cast is ready to fight. 🥊 The 'STREET FIGHTER' Complex cover is here — read the full story now. Photographers: Brian Bowen Smith for Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, and Callina Liang Mark Rogers for 50 Cent Words By: @khaldub Chief Creative and Innovation Officer: @beingmarcecko Chief Content Officer: @n_c_b Editor-In-Chief: @ariahughes SVP, Creative: @damnginab Senior Art Director: @aaron_h_levy Senior Designer: Sadé Robinson Digital Production Designer: @byjefte.c Junior Designer: @_scerbo Editorial Director: @ross_scarano Powered by @streetfightermovie in theaters October 16!

Christa Pike’s death sentence remains in place after she survived a botched execution attempt in Tennessee on Sept. 30. The 50-year-old received two doses of the lethal injection drug pentobarbital and suffered severe arm injuries. Gov. Bill Lee has suspended executions through the end of 2026 as the state investigates. Pike’s attorneys are urging Lee to commute her sentence to life without parole, arguing she should not face another execution attempt. via TMZ

Mercury Retrograde Is Back Until Nov. 13 and Everyone’s Already Over It

The power of genetics is crazy 🧬🤯 A photographer merged the faces of family members into a single image, revealing just how much DNA can influence our appearance. From parents and children to siblings, the photos highlight the striking similarities that can run through generations. 📸: @geneticportraits

Happy 140th Birthday sis. 🗽 On October 28th,1886 President Grover Cleveland officially accepted "Lady Liberty" on behalf of the American people and gave her a forever home in New York Harbor. 📸: Getty

Somebody tell Uncle Clifford we're on our way 🪩 P-Valley returns for one final season. Meet us at The Pynk [LINK] December 4, only on @STARZ #ad

An experimental personalized melanoma vaccine from Moderna and Merck cut the risk of recurrence or death by 42% when added to Keytruda in a late-stage trial. After two years, 82% of patients on the combination were recurrence-free, compared with 70% on Keytruda alone. (Via @apnews)

RT @ComplexPop: The final trailer for ‘DUNE: PART 3’ has been released. In theaters on December 18.

Taking it back to some of our favorite Complex covers and magazine moments A lot of history, a lot of culture, and plenty of classics worth revisiting Powered by @meta

Come through with the photo dump Kim. 🙌 📸: @kimkardashian

Netflix is developing a live-action series based on the hit battle royale video game PUBGwith Donald Glover attached to the project, according to Deadline. The game, short for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, pits players against one another in a fight to be the last person standing. The series is still in development, and details about its cast, creative team and release timeline have not been confirmed. 📷 Getty

John Legend Open to Conversation with Kanye West — Just Not 'Making Art With Him' Details:

RT @ComplexPop: New poster for ‘DUNE: PART 3’. In theaters on December 18.

Halle Berry Reps Deny Instagram Story About 'Disrespect' Was Directed at Ex Olivier Martinez Details:

Nobody loves Kanye like Kanye loves Kanye. 📸: Getty

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Today’s Date 10/24/26 Is a Rare Mathematical Date Written as 10/24/26, today’s date forms the equation 10² + 24² = 26², the same formula used to calculate the sides of a right triangle. The next date to form a Pythagorean triple in MM/DD/YY format is March 4, 2105, nearly 79 years from now.

RT @ComplexPop: no one does halloween like heidi klum

Tim Burton is officially returning to animation for the first time in over a decade With classics like ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’, ‘Corpse Bride’ and ‘Frankenweenie’ under his belt, fans are already hoping he brings back the stop motion magic for his next film. [via/ GettyImages]

Virgin Media Ireland is offering one lucky gamer $891 to play ‘GTA 6’ for eight hours, and they’ll even throw in a free copy of the game. The winner can spread their playtime across a week before posting an honest review. [via/ VirginMedia]

RT @ComplexPop: James Gunn revealed it won't be "too long" until they begin casting Batman for the DCU. He will be similar in age to David Corenswet's Superman. They will pick the best actor and not necessarily a "movie star."

John Mayer Launches Sob Rock Records Alongside First New Solo Music in Five Years Details:

RT @ComplexPop: Tobey Maguire’s Spidey senses still working after all these years

Steph Curry Celebrates Ayesha Curry’s New Rom-Com: ‘My Leading Lady’ Details:

That time a fan found his ticket to a Michael Jackson concert from 1988 while cleaning out his home for a move in 2024. The ticket originally cost just £17.50 (around $23.85), which would be worth roughly $65.32 in 2025. [via/ X TOPB0YZEE]

Angel Reese and Tiffany Hayes have given us insanely good tunnel fits this WNBA Finals. 🔥 Dream currently lead the Valkyries 46-26 at halftime of a Game 6 championship showdown at State Farm Arena. 📷 Getty

Rick Ross Explains Unloading Wingstop Franchises After Business Filings Exposed Details:

RT @ComplexPop: Kali Uchis as Alice from 'CLOSER' for Halloween 💕

Jay-Z and J. Cole Write Letters Supporting Lil Durk to the Judge Before His Bond Hearing Details:

Lamar Odom Joins OnlyFans: 'A Side You Haven't Seen Before' Details:

Top 5 cities in America to celebrate Halloween in 🎃 5. Chicago, IL 4. Las Vegas, NV 3. Jersey City, NJ 2. Los Angeles, CA 1. New York City, NY Via WalletHub

"Living well is the best revenge. F**k 'em all." - Drake during his birthday speech (📷: IG/sumidesai)

We need to see Mamdani’s basketball highlights 😂 The NYC mayor has reportedly been playing late-night pickup basketball with friends at an NYPD gym in Queens, visiting about six times since July. The NYPD confirmed he used the gym during off-hours and said the games did not interfere with police training. 📸: Getty

Ethan Hawke Says Working With Denzel Washington on ‘Training Day’ Taught Him About Film Acting Details:

Osamason breaks down his studio habits: Lights off, scary movie on, chocolate chip cookies in the oven 🍪

Christina Aguilera teases her 2026 Xtinaween costume on IG 👀

Dawn Richard Claims Diddy 'Stole' Her Vocals for 'Love Album' Track Details:

Heidi Klum is giving fans a creepy first look at her 2026 Halloween costume, sharing close-up photos of bizarre, flesh-like prosthetics on Instagram. The supermodel has teased that this year’s look will be "very, very bloody." Who or what do you think Heidi is going as on Saturday? 👀 📷 Getty

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Lawyers for Unnamed Celebrity Tell UK Court Naming Him Could Cost His Life Details:

Kendall Jenner says cancel culture has made the Kardashian-Jenner family more guarded on reality TV. In the latest episode of "The Kardashians," she reflected on how years of public scrutiny and false narratives have changed what the family is willing to share on camera. "It’s definitely gotten worse," Jenner said, adding that caring less about public reaction may be the safest approach 📷 Getty

Kim Kardashian in Rome as she continues celebrating her 46th birthday🔥 (📸: Getty)

Do y’all remember these memes ? Firefox just brought back the internet we grew up with. The browser reunited some of the internet’s most iconic viral stars. Including Overly Attached Girlfriend, Bad Luck Brian, Success Kid, Annoying Orange, Numa Numa Guy and more, for a new campaign celebrating the golden era of the internet. via @firefox

Polygamous Pastor Who Went Viral Was Previously Convicted of Domestic Violence Details:

Elmo is channeling Miranda Priestly from ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ for Halloween [via/ YT SesameStreet]

DoorDash is acquiring Instacart in a deal valued at $17 billion, combining two of the biggest names in food and grocery delivery. Instacart will keep its name and app, but customers could eventually access 50,000 additional stores and combine DashPass and Instacart+ into one membership. The deal is expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028, pending approvals.

Breece Hall Fantasy Football Injury Update: Will RB Play Week 7 Versus Dolphins? Details:

Shaun White is getting his own Ken doll as part of Mattel’s Kenbassadors collection, which celebrates men who have made an impact in their fields. The three-time Olympic gold medalist’s doll comes with a snowboard, gear from his Whitespace brand and a Snow League competition bib. White joins LeBron James and Lenny Kravitz, who have also been honored with their own Ken dolls. 📷 Getty, Mattel

‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Will Reportedly Be a 210 GB Download Details:

Elmo is channeling Miranda Priestly from ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ for Halloween [via/ YT SesameStreet]

Paris Hilton is defending her family’s Halloween costumes after facing backlash for dressing as Belle from Beauty and the Beast while her daughter, London, dressed as Chip. Responding to critics who questioned why London wasn’t Belle, Hilton explained that the toddler chose her own costume. “Beauty and the Beast is one of their favorite movies, and London said she wanted to dress up as Chip. She said it was her favorite character in the movie,” Hilton wrote in an Instagram comment. 📷 IG

Quentin Tarantino Surprises Audience With 17-Minute Preview of 'Cliff Booth' Movie Details:

Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has reclaimed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, extending its record-breaking run to 25 weeks at the top. The country hit returns to the summit after Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” held the spot for three weeks, further widening Langley’s lead over Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which peaked at 22 weeks at No. 1. 📷 Getty

The "Friday" franchise is officially moving forward with "Last Friday," directed by Lawrence Lamont, who helmed "One of Them Days." Ice Cube wrote the script and will produce and star in the fourth installment, the first "Friday" film since 2002. The movie is set to film in Southern California, but casting details have not been announced. 📷 New Line Productions

WNBA Finals Game 6: How to Watch and Is It Really Happening That Early in the Day? Details:

Céline Dion’s comeback is projected to generate $125 million, according to Billboard. The singer’s 16 sold-out Paris shows drew more than 500,000 fans, and she’s returning to the French capital for 10 additional concerts in 2027. 🇫🇷 The performances mark a major milestone for Dion, who stepped away from the stage while managing stiff-person syndrome. 📷 Getty

Yaxel Lendeborg is standing on business after going viral for trash-talking Luka Dončić. "He gon’ say what he wanna say, I’m gonna say what I wanna say. I’m not afraid to talk to nobody, he’s not Michael Jordan, like c’mon now. It’s fun trash talk. I felt like I did take it overboard in the media, but it is what it is." (📸: Getty)

RT @ComplexPop: Zendaya's been a hooper

Sylvester Stallone has no problem admitting to nepotism 😂 The actor defended casting his daughter Scarlet Rose in “Tulsa King,” saying, “Of course it’s nepotism, you idiot. That’s why we’re parents. We want the best for our children.” 📸: Getty via @USATODAY

Throwback to the time Jaden Smith told us touring with Young Thug was “the best tour experience ever” 🙏🐍

Rockstar is taking NPC realism to another level in GTA VI: • Around 600,000 NPC animations • NPCs have unique personalities and react to how players treat them • Some NPCs have enterable homes with unique interiors • NPCs may run away from guns or attempt to stop robberies • Characters have their own storylines and interactions across different towns • Functional bus and train systems, with buses following routes and schedules Via Gamesradar

Fuerza Regida Bags Most Wins at 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Details:

Metacognition is the highest form of intelligence 🧠 Metacognition is the ability to think about your own thinking. It allows you to recognize your thought patterns, question your beliefs, understand your emotions, and reflect on how you make decisions. People with strong metacognitive skills are better able to recognize their mistakes, adjust their behavior, and learn from experiences. While it's often considered an important part of intelligence, metacognition goes beyond simply knowing information. It's about understanding how your mind works and using that awareness to make better choices.

RT @ComplexPop: 60 YEARS AGO TODAY 🗓️ ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ premiered on TV.

Deion Sanders Calls $50,000 Offer to Silence Critics a ‘Joke’ Amid Colorado’s Losing Streak Details:

Stolen Truck Found in Illinois During Manhunt for Escaped Tennessee Murderer Details:

Happy Birthday to the beautiful Gabrielle Union-Wade! 🎂🎉 📷 IG

Pusha T Believes Clipse's 'Let God Sort Em Out' Is Better Than 'Hell Hath No Fury' Details:

Photographer Hadlee Renjith captured the rare Melanobatrachus, also known as the Galaxy Frog, deep in the forests of Munnar, Kerala. Its skin is dotted with tiny blue speckles that look like stars across a night sky. (Via @hadlee_renjith)

A Georgia family says they discovered their 4-year-old pug, Cha Cha, was still alive months after paying Senoia Animal Hospital to euthanize her in March. The family alleges a hospital employee secretly took the dog home instead, but Cha Cha was eventually euthanized after the situation came to light. The family has filed a complaint with the Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine, and the case is under investigation. via WSBTV

Bodycam Footage Shows Soccer Coach Calling 3-Year-Old Player ‘Advanced,’ Accuses Him of Pushing Details:

Anthony Edwards Wants Child Support Put in Trust Over Fear of Ex's Alleged Gambling Habits Details:

More than 200 passengers aboard Villa Vie Residences’ MV Odyssey were forced to leave their floating home in Cambodia after the company suspended operations amid soaring fuel costs linked to the war in Iran. The ship had been on a yearslong around-the-world voyage since October 2024, with some residents selling their homes and spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to live aboard. Passengers reportedly received just seven hours’ notice to disembark, leaving many scrambling to find accommodations. Despite the abrupt end to the journey, passenger Holly Hennessey said she had “zero regret” and described her two years at sea as "magical." via People 📷 MV Odyssey

Firehouse Subs Is Honoring Hero K9s With a New Collection — And Giving Back to First Responders Details:

New York City has been ranked the best city in America for Halloween, according to WalletHub. 🎃 The study compared the 100 largest U.S. cities based on 20 factors, including safety, Halloween activities, costume shops, and trick-or-treating opportunities. Los Angeles, Jersey City, Las Vegas, and Chicago rounded out the top five. 📸: Getty via @wallethub

Snowboarding with SZA 📷 📷:sza

Son Heung-min congratulated Harry Kane on winning the 2026 Ballon d’Or, saying his former Tottenham Hotspur teammate "deserved more than anyone in an Instagram comment. 🥹 The two played together at Spurs for eight seasons, from 2015 to 2023, before Kane left for Bayern Munich. 📷 Getty

Mary J. Blige has partnered with Primary Wave Music on her catalog of recordings and compositions, which includes hits like “Family Affair” and “Be Without You.” The deal will open up new marketing, licensing and branding opportunities, though the financial terms and purchase price have not been disclosed. 📷 Getty

Bianca Censori responds to a fan asking about the custom Swarovski crystal bodysuit she wore to Ye’s Jakarta show 💎 ‘My husband designed it for me.’ [via/ IG biancacensori]

Chloe Bailey enjoying a well-earned vacation. 🔥😍 📷 IG

Karrueche Tran Weighs in on Sylvester Stallone's 'Tulsa King' Nepo Baby Admission Details:

It's officially the end of an era. 🥲 According to Pew Research Center's definition, the youngest Millennials are turning 30 in 2026, meaning no Millennials will be in their 20s by the end of the year. How are Millennials feeling about this? 👀 📸:Getty

You'll get an extra hour of sleep (or partying) on Halloween night due to daylight saving time Daylight saving time officially ends on Sunday, November 1, at 2 a.m., meaning clocks will move back one hour. Daylight saving time will return on March 14, 2027. 📷: Theestallion

Meghan Markle is returning to the kitchen as a special guest on "Junior MasterChef Australia," set to return in 2027 after a six-year hiatus. The Duchess of Sussex will join host and judge Poh Ling Yeow to mentor young contestants after appearing as a guest judge on "MasterChef Australia" earlier this year. 📷 Getty

My Chemical Romance Facing Legal Action From Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Over Onstage Costumes Details:

Tyga Sued for $135,000 By Management Company Over Alleged Fraud, No-Show at Beijing Venue Details:

Tony Hawk dressing up as Larry David for Halloween is still one of the most legendary celebrity costumes ever 🛹 [via/ IG tonyhawk]

Sahara Ray’s Autopsy Complete as Officials Await Answers After Reported Fentanyl Overdose Details:

Today is National Black Cat Day

From Butterfinger and Reese’s to Starburst and Twix, these are the 15 best candies to hand out to trick-or-treaters this Halloween. 🍬🎃 See the full list here

A United Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Newark was forced to turn around after a passenger allegedly texted threats about hijacking the plane. The pilot locked down the cockpit and returned to Las Vegas, where the 25-year-old suspect was arrested. No injuries were reported. 📸: Getty

These 10 Filmmakers Just Landed $25K Each to Finish Their Documentaries Details:

Hornets Surprise Muggsy Bogues With No. 1 Jersey Retirement Details:

RT @ComplexPop: New looks at Jason and Lucia in GTA 6, as well as some new scenary shots! Only 22 days left until it drops! 📸: GameRadar

Watch Drake Deliver Sentimental 40th Birthday Speech: 'Tonight Is About Being Alive' Details:

Some U.S. bartenders are handing intoxicated customers discreet ‘you’re cut off’ cards instead of announcing it in front of everyone. The cards reportedly tell customers to ‘leave quietly and no one will know.’ [H/T: hidden.ny]

The difference between North and South Korea is visible from space. 🌎 NASA satellite images show South Korea brightly lit at night, while much of North Korea remains almost completely dark. The contrast highlights the major differences in electricity access, infrastructure, and economic development between the two countries. NASA even noted that North Korea appeared so dark it nearly blended in with the surrounding ocean. 📷: NASA

Sophia Bush is opening up about her five-month marriage to "One Tree Hill" co-star Chad Michael Murray in her new memoir, "And I Will Tell You Mine." Bush alleges that Murray was unfaithful throughout their relationship and says she learned the extent of his alleged cheating after their 2005 wedding. The actress also reflects on how the experience shaped her, admitting she struggled to trust her own instincts. 📷 Getty

This year, Halloween falls on a Saturday, and it won't happen again until 2037. That means we'll have to wait another 11 years for Halloween to land on a Saturday night. 📷:Getty

Heidi Klum just dropped another hint at this year’s Halloween costume, and whatever she’s cooking up looks absolutely wild. Her annual Halloween party is just a week away, she previously teased that the look would be ‘very bloody.’ [via/ heidiklum, GettyImages]

A little girl found out her dad works high up, so she gave him her toy wings to keep him safe 🥺 [H/T: sarcasm_only]

Iyanla Vanzant Says She Skipped Daughter's Funeral to 'Take Care of Me' Details:

Every artist set to take the Super Bowl Halftime Show stage in the 2020s 🎤 2027: JAY-Z 2026: Bad Bunny 2025: Kendrick Lamar 2024: Usher 2023: Rihanna 2022: Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg & Mary J. Blige 2021: The Weeknd 2020: Shakira & Jennifer Lopez

The cutest Halloween tradition 🥹 NICU nurses across the U.S. are bringing some Halloween spirit to their tiniest patients by creating handmade costumes for newborns. 📷: Advocate Health

Kylian Mbappé has apologized after backlash over comments about an internet meme comparing him to former Chinese leader Mao Zedong, calling his remarks “ill-judged” and acknowledging the offense they caused. The controversy has already cost the Real Madrid star three Chinese sponsorship deals, with companies Dongpeng Beverage, Mengniu and Milkground cutting ties. 📷 Getty, X

Deion Sanders Allegedly Offered Critics $50K to Keep His Name Out of Their Mouths Details:

JAY-Z speaks on whether he feels any pressure ahead of the Super Bowl halftime show ‘I don’t have pressure.’ [via/ GettyImages, TMZ]

MF DOOM's Estate Teams With Comic Book Artist Sanford Greene for Capsule Collection Details:

Drake really made sure his 40th birthday was one to remember 🔥 The rapper celebrated with more than 400 friends and family at Casa Cipriani in NYC, where the Backstreet Boys surprised guests with a performance. The party also featured designer giveaways and a game show with cash prizes up to $1 million. (📷: IG/alexmoss)

What song should Jay-Z open his Super Bowl Halftime Show with? 📸: lucaskphotos

Happy Birthday to Mariah The Scientist who turns 29 today 🎈🎂 [via/ IG mariahthescientist ]

A 4.5-billion-year-old rock from outer space. 📷 The Fukang meteorite is believed to be nearly as old as our solar system. Discovered in China in 2000, the rare meteorite weighed around 2,200 pounds and contains stunning golden crystals that glow when light passes through them. Its estimated value has reached as high as $2 million, making it one of the most fascinating space rocks ever discovered. 📷: Getty

New life goal: attend a WNBA game with Zendaya 🙌🏀 📷 Getty

Kim Kardashian says her household goes into “lockdown” to shield her four children from negative news coverage about their father, Kanye West. In a new biography, "Citizen Kim," she reveals the family turns off TVs, radio and other sources of live news when headlines about West intensify, adding that she still makes up explanations to protect their view of him. 📷 Getty

Megan Thee Stallion Gets Custom-Designed Tina Snow Chain Details: