Since 2009, the anonymous online chat platform, Omegle, has been connecting strangers from across the world. A 2023 lawsuit regarding pedophilia and grooming facilitated on the website has prompted the Omegle creator, Leif K-Brooks, to permanently shut down the website. Continue reading Farewell, Random Strangers: Omegle Calls it Quits After 14 Years
Volunteer Writer Akshit Bagga stresses the importance of internet safety and shared responsibility against cyberattacks. He provides tips to mitigate risks including verifying senders and site security, avoiding unsecured networks, checking for spelling errors, and keeping browsers up-to-date. Continue reading How to Not Fall for Phishing Attacks
Volunteer Writer Allison Gleavy advocates for an expanded emotional support dog program at UMass Dartmouth, citing the success of Gracie, a therapy dog who offers stress relief to STEM students. She suggests faculty members could train their pets to provide academic and emotional support across the campus, despite the additional care and oversight required. Continue reading We Have a Lab Lab, So Why Not a LARTS Lab?
Business Manager Brendan Flaherty reviews the finale of Disney+ original “Loki” season two, which premiered on June 9th, 2021. The season finale provides a satisfying conclusion to Loki’s story, marking a seemingly final chapter for the character. New and existing characters, including Mobius and Sylvie, play significant roles in the season. Continue reading The Loki Finale: A Satisfying Conclusion
Epic Games is facing backlash for introducing a new feature in Fortnite that requires Creative map developers to rate their islands, impacting the visibility of certain cosmetic items. Its inconsistencies and mass blocking of cosmetics, including loading screens and outfits not deemed “age appropriate,” have infuriated players, with some calling it the worst update in the game’s history. Continue reading Epic Games Restricts Players from Wearing Certain Fortnite Cosmetics in Creative Islands
The Hunger Games series, introduced by Suzanne Collins in 2008, birthed the YA dystopian craze. In 2020, Collins revived the franchise with the prequel, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” focusing on President Snow’s origin, which has now in 2023 been release in theaters as a film adaptation. Join Photography Manager Rena Danho as she takes you through all the ups and downs of the movie. Continue reading The Games Aren’t Over Yet
