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didn’t steal the plot for its 2022 blockbuster “The Batman” from a writer who created a story about the Caped Crusader three decades earlier, a federal judge in Manhattan ruled on Wednesday.US District Judge Paul Engelmayer also said the writer Christopher Wozniak infringed copyrights belonging to DC Comics, which employed him as a freelance artist in 1990 when he wrote “The Ultimate Riddle,” later retitled “The Blind Man’s Hat.”“We respectfully disagree with the court’s decision and are considering our next steps,” Wozniak’s lawyer, Terry Parker, said in an email.Wozniak claimed he was “stunned” to learn that “The Batman” was a near copy of “The Ultimate Riddle,” with the Riddler terrorizing a Gotham City beset by crime and controlled by a corrupt banking cartel.But in a 45-page decision, Engelmayer said Wozniak intentionally and without consent lifted material from DC Comics’ works to create his story, which “liberally exploits –indeed, is rife with” Batman characters and plot elements.“The story’s use of the Batman character and the surrounding protected elements is an act of clear and blatant copyright infringement,” the judge wrote.Engelmayer also said key similarities between the works — serial killers who are loners bent on destroying society, villains who taunt pursuers with “clues and riddles,” and moments of “clarity or epiphany” that propel villains to crime — were too commonplace to support Wozniak’s copyright claim.For the latter, the judge in a footnote cited movies including “Star Wars: Episode III — Revenge of the Sith,” where Anakin Skywalker succumbs to the dark side of the Force and becomes Darth Vader.Engelmayer also rejected Wozniak’s “wholly speculative” claim for how Warner Bros might have gotten

Paul O'Grady's beloved dog found comfort on the star's shoulder as his devoted husband struggled to save him in their home located in the breathtaking Kent countryside, once filled with joy and laughter. Now, the house stands silent except for the gentle ticking of clocks echoing through the halls.

A test that spots signs of motor neurone disease before symptoms appear has been hailed a “game changer” by scientists developing it.

Florence Pugh is taking fans behind the scenes of her latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe – Thunderbolts!

Marciano Brunette is teasing the upcoming new reality series Vanderpump Villa!

Joe Lieberman has passed away.

It has been over 15 years since the first Twilight movie debuted in theaters and the stars have grown up so much since!

Kristen Stewart and fiancee Dylan Meyer are having conversations about becoming parents!

Macaulay Culkin is wishing his fiancée Brenda Song a “Happy Birthday” on social media!

Nicholas Galitzine opened up about playing queer characters as a straight actor.

Christine Quinn has filed her own temporary restraining order against estranged husband Christian Dumontet.

Gina Rodriguez. Known for her roles in “Not Dead Yet” and “Jane the Virgin,” Rodriguez brought more than just her acting memories to the table; she brought her vibrant energy and a touch of Latin flair.As Rodriguez approaches her 40th birthday this summer, she sat down with Hudson to share her perspective on entering the next phase of motherhood.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has a large family. The singer and producer, who’s been known under many aliases over the course of his career, has seven kids with four different women.

Yikes. Christine Quinn is sharing her side of the story, and it is brutal. As Perezcious readers know, the Selling Sun

Christina Applegate is shedding light on the shocking reality of her multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

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Frankie Muniz is one of the most successful child stars of all time. But it’s not something he wants for his own son!

Travis Kelce is one of the most accomplished athletes in the world. So yeah, he doesn’t really take criticism of his body too seriously!

Gunnar Peterson has some heartbreaking news about his daughter, Monroe Vivian Peterson.

Angela Rayner has blasted a Tory levelling up promise as a 'sham and a scam'.

Jeremy Allen White appears to have lined up a new and exciting project. The actor, who’s come off of a very succesful awards season for his work in the TV series “The Bear,” is in talks to play Bruce Springsteen in an upcoming biopic. Jeremy Allen White’s costar William H.

Halle Berry engaged in an honest dialogue with First Lady Dr. Jill Biden about menopause and women’s health. Among the revelations shared during their conversation was Berry’s personal experience with perimenopause, a topic she believes deserves more attention and understanding.The 57-year-old actress recounted her journey, expressing initial disbelief that she would even undergo perimenopause, given her overall health and fitness.

Matt Damon got a tattoo, and had some emotional support from one of his best friends. A new hilarious photo shows Damon holding on to Chris Hemsworth’s hand as he got a tattoo; in the background, their wives, Luciana Barroso and Elsa Pataky, are seen holding on to each other and watching Damon get his tattoo.Chris Hemsworth pranks Elsa Pataky on the way to the OscarsChris Hemsworth shows off his Spanish with Anya Taylor-Joy for ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’A post shared by Corina Weikl (@trudy_lines_tattoo)A tattoo artist shared the photos on her Instagram, revealing that she made the tattoos before the Oscars a couple of weeks ago. Photos captured on her social media show that Damon, Hemsworth and Pataky all got tattoos.

STV News will be pulled from the screens tomorrow as staff take to the picket line in a row over pay. Journalists across the country are to strike while they and their union are at loggerheads with their employer over their salaries.

Stacey Solomon shared a hilariously sweet video to her Instagram Story on Wednesday, highlighting how proud her husband Joe Swash was of her. On Tuesday, Joe was delighted as he congratulated his wife after she bagged herself a coveted gong at the Royal Television Society Awards.

Queen Camilla has been sending 'super-sweet' letters to Paul O'Grady's husband, Andre Portasio, following the star's passing. Camilla and Paul were close due to their shared love for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, often appearing together at public events. But Andre, who recently spoke to The Mirror about his first year without Paul, has admitted he hasn't responded yet.

Vanessa Feltz's former partner Ben Ofoedu is reportedly planning on getting married to his TV star girlfriend, Precious Muir, after splitting from This Morning star Vanessa last year. Despite only dating Precious, 33 for around three months, Ben, 51, is said to have told people at a party in London that she is his "soon-to-be wife". A source told The Mirror, at the recent London party: "Ben was very open about the fact he is planning to wed Precious and soon.

Tomorrow marks a year since the loss of Paul O'Grady after the TV star went into sudden cardiac arrhythmia at the age of 67. Now his husband Andre Portasio has opened up on how he's finding it though to adjust to life without him. "I really thought that when we got married it would be forever.

As it nears a year since Paul O'Grady's tragic death, his widow, Andre Portasio, has spoken out, for the first time, to give his heart-wrenching account of the moment he found his partner in their home. Paul, who presented programmes including The Paul O’Grady Show, Blankety Blank and For The Love Of Dogs, died at the age of 67 after going into sudden cardiac arrhythmia. But prior to the incident, Andre recalls the couple having the 'most ordinary day' in their Kent home - going on a walk, watching the news, and drinking tea.

Coronation Street fans couldn't contain their excitement during Wednesday (27 March) night's visit to the cobbles when Absolutely Fabulous star Helen Lederer made the soap debut as a potential new love interest for Ken Barlow. In the latest episode, Ken was trying to help his son in law Steve McDonald start dating again after his breakup with Tracy Barlow.

This Morning's famous face Fern Britton had a quick message about new co-hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard. Fern, a former host of the show herself, had something to say when she came as a guest. She made an appearance to talk about her time on Celebrity Big Brother - and as she finished talking, Fern couldn't help but comment on Cat and Ben who took over from Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

Paul O'Grady's final acts of kindness have been revealed one year on after the TV star's death. His husband Andre Portasio has opened up about how difficult it has been to move on but is now determined to celebrate Paul's legacy. In an exclusive interview with the Mirror, Andre shared the many treasure-trove items that Paul created.

It's no secret that celebrities often borrow some of their flashier jewellery – the slew of Tiffany diamonds at the Oscars proved that. But when it comes to their everyday pieces, it turns out many of them opt for some surprisingly affordable pieces to accessorise their outfits.

Prince Harry showed signs of tension within the royal family when he and Meghan Markle did their first interview together, a body language expert has said. In November 2017, Harry and Meghan, who had just got engaged, talked about how they met and their wedding plans in an interview.They were asked how it was meeting Royal Family members like the then-Prince Charles, and Prince William and Kate - with nothing but kinds words to respond with. Harry shared, "It was exciting.

Emmerdale fans are worried that Jai Sharma, played by Chris Bisson, could be the next victim of his father Amit's deadly actions. Amit has already shown he's capable of murder, having shockingly killed his brother Rishi Sharma, a character loved by many viewers, in an unexpected plot twist.

previously called Steve Martin “horrid” and “incredibly unfunny,” she defended J.K. Rowling for her controversial remarks about transgender people, and she alleged that Arnold Schwarzenegger was “quite rude” and “deliberately farted” in her face. Jason Isaacs, 60, who starred as Lucius Malfoy in the “Potter” franchise, opened up about the young cast in an interview with The Post in February.