Props based on movies and video games have taken off as a hobby as the cosplay community has grown, but it's important to remember that prop-makers existed in Hollywood long before Volpin and Punished Props got their starts. Here I hope to celebrate the hard work and ingenuity of prop-makers in TV and movies.

Doctor Who's Dan Starkey never breaks character, and knows his Sontaran butler character inside and out. THAT is dedication to the craft, people!

On the night of 13 April 1970 these words were heard in Mission Control during the Apollo 13 mission. There's been plenty written, televised, and filmed about Apollo 13 so I won't rehash that story. But did you know that there was a group of five NASA personnel on the ground who actually saw what was happening?

Looks like Joss Whedons new show got a new title and a fancy synopsis. Highlighting what the show will be all about.

In the '90s the late night horror host had hit it's apex riding the success of Elvira in the '80s. Bad horror movies (and others, some not so bad) got examined, mocked, or adoringly presented to you by a myriad of hosts on your favorite cable channel. MST3K, Monstervision, and USA Up All Night foremost among them.

It's the season for starting new relationships, possibly involving things like snuggling or mind-melding or jumping into the Orgasmatron together. Why not look for a new friend or sweetie using io9's Dating Service?

As you've probably heard, the Gawker Media sites were compromised over the weekend. But we're here for you. We've got the latest information, and want you to use this post as a place to talk.