Ad Astra means simply “the stars” in Latin. The title of this epic space adventure, starring Brad Pitt, is derived from the Latin phrase “Per aspera ad astra”, or “Through hardship to the stars.” The movie is part thriller and part action movie, but the core message is to explore the psychological and sociological consequences of space travel.

I have not seen the movie myself yet, so you are safe from any major spoilers.

The New England Patriots released Antonio Brown on Friday, leaving the embroiled wide receiver’s NFL career in limbo as he faces mounting off-the-field trouble that includes allegations he sexually assaulted two women.

A day after Brown allegedly sent threatening text messages to one of the women, the Patriots cut him — less than two weeks after they promptly signed Brown when he forced his release from the Oakland Raiders.

It was Brown who broke the news on his Twitter account.