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In Pokémon Pokopia, the player (right) learns how to water plants from Squirtle.Credit: The Pokémon Company In Pokémon’s latest simulation game, named Pokémon Pokopia, players no longer catch creatures. Now, their role has evolved into one of restoring the deserted, post-apocalyptic Kanto region by using the skills of the Pokémon they befriend. Squirtle’s water gun…

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Tina Charles, former WNBA MVP, retires after 14 seasons

Former WNBA MVP Tina Charles has retired after 14 seasons in the league. “Today, I officially announce my retirement from basketball,” the eight-time All Star wrote in a post shared across her social media accounts Tuesday. “This game gave me everything and I’ll miss it deeply.” The veteran center — the No. 1 overall draft…

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