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Gavia Baker-Whitelaw


Gavia Baker-Whitelaw is a staff writer at the Daily Dot, covering geek culture and fandom. Specializing in sci-fi movies and superheroes, she also appears as a film and TV critic on BBC radio. Elsewhere, she co-hosts the pop culture podcast Overinvested. Follow her on Twitter: @Hello_Tailor

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Say hello to seven new Pokémon from Pokémon Sun and Moon

The new Pokémon include a chill stoner dragon dog, an adorable round rodent, and a bug that looks like a cube.

On Jun 30, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Neil Gaiman announces new book about Norse mythology

This sounds like an ideal project for the author of 'American Gods.'

On Jun 29, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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How ‘Captain America: Steve Rogers #2’ made the Hydra Steve Rogers plot twist even worse

Last month, Marvel revealed that Steve Rogers was a Hydra agent. Issue #2 adds another layer to that plot twist.

On Jun 29, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Britons adopt #safetypin campaign against racist attacks

People in Britain are hoping this subtle sign of solidarity against racism makes a difference.

On Jun 29, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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J.K. Rowling debuts the 4 houses at the American wizarding school Ilvermorny

J.K. Rowling's latest Pottermore post includes a ton of new information about wizarding America.

On Jun 28, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Suicide Squad’ is more popular than ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Star Trek’ on social media

Who knew fans were more excited about 'Suicide Squad' than the classics?

On Jun 28, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Petition calls for ‘Star Wars’ to include LGBT character in memory of Orlando victim

The victim was a huge 'Star Wars' fan.

On Jun 28, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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If Brexit politicians kept their campaign promises, this is how much money they’d owe

This counter is holding British politicians to account for their pro-Brexit campaign promises.

On Jun 27, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Rihanna’s ‘Sledgehammer’ debuts in new ‘Star Trek Beyond’ trailer

It's like a James Bond power ballad, but it totally works.

On Jun 27, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Racist incidents rise in the U.K. after last week’s Brexit vote

Last week's E.U. referendum has inspired some frightening examples of racism in the U.K.

On Jun 27, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The top six plot twists in British politics after the Brexit referendum

The prime minister resigned, the main political parties are in chaos, and Scotland and Ireland are pushing for independence.

On Jun 26, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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This fan’s slice-of-life Spidey comics are a must read for Spider-Man fans

Spider-Man fans will love this artist's funny and lovable fan comics about Peter Parker's everyday life.

On Jun 22, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Harley Quinn co-creator Paul Dini discusses how Batman helped him heal

Years after Paul Dini suffered a violent attack, his new graphic novel explores how superheroes helped him heal.

On Jun 21, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Meet the ‘Chief Curiosity Correspondent’ at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History

Get the 'Brain Scoop' from Emily Graslie.

On Jun 20, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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J.K. Rowling pens anti-Brexit blog post

J.K. Rowling spoke out against racism and misinformation in a blog post about Britain's E.U. referendum.

On Jun 20, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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