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Simulation games are a great escape from your mundane chores. Ironically, we play these games where we are supposed to farm, cook, clean, run a business, groom, and whatnot. So basically, we are escaping reality to simulate the realism in games… Tongue-in-cheek Among this plethora of games, ‘My Singing Monsters’ is not your ordinary virtual parallel universe. It subverts the trope by introducing a creative way to juxtapose monsters and music. One has to collect and breed monsters that have an assigned musical line. These monsters can either sing or play an instrument, and you can mix and match them…

Playing conventional sports is so passé. Who likes to just ‘kick a football?’ Who likes to just ‘race cars?’ Every gamer needs a new challenge. That’s how you stimulate the keyboard warriors. And Psyonix knew exactly what they were doing when they created an epic amalgamation. Rocket League is playing soccer but with cars! This multiplayer team game is the trigger for any adrenaline junkie. The visuals, graphics, audio, theme cohesions, accessibility, performance, and completion– its every parameter suffices the gaming experience. Moreover, the Rocket League Championship is the most awaited E-Sports league every year, where teams compete for the…

Diving into a possible genre has quickly become one of the favorite genres in cinema. Filmmakers get a wide-lensed spectrum to explore creativity in imagining an impending doom. As Dystopian novels in previous centuries explored what the world would look like in 2020, several predictions seem prevalent in today’s age, such as – The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell, Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess, The Children of Men by P.D. James, and many more. The writers based their predictions on how minute discrimination and ignorance in the present would compound…

The Disney vault harbors some of the most beloved fairytales. These stories are curated from across the globe and over the centuries. Even though these stories are marketed for children, the strong underlying themes like the importance of education for girls, standing up for oneself, truth prevails over lies, being kind is the greatest strength, and many such moral values shape young adults. Cinderella was one such animated movie that became an instant hit, where women could relate to relentless chores, under-appreciation, and gaslighting. The happily-ever-after with a Prince Charming who chose you unconditionally is every girl’s dream. However, to…

Think about the most famous names you can recall in 5 seconds. There are high chances that The Rock is popping into your mind. Dwayne Johnson, born on May 2, 1972, began his inspiring journey to stardom by first trying his hand at college football in the Miami Hurricanes Football, post which he was drafted by Calgary Stampeders in Canadian Football League. However, his career couldn’t take off. As one door closes, he slams open the biggest door of his career with professional wrestling in 1996. He was the key player in redefining the World Wrestling Federation, or WWF, as…

A name synonymous with ‘hitmaker,’ Bad Bunny shattered the glass ceiling of the mainstream music industry. The Latin Reggaeton artist has amassed a massive fandom within a span of five years and counting. He is among the influential international musicians who managed to chart every song he was associated with. From Becky G, Drake, and Cardi B, to Rosalía, J.Balvin, and Bomba Estéreo, his collaborations are not characterized by popularity but by people who understand his vision. No wonder Bad Bunny was the Number #1 streamed artist on Spotify for three consecutive years (2020-2022) — the first time for any…

Scrolling through TikTok is like reading a self-help book with multiple unsolicited authors. The trends change in a blink of an eye: from learning things that are never taught in school to unlearning things taught about society, TikTok is a walking paradox. Yet we spend hours on the platform, consuming bite-sized information and sometimes believing it to be set in stone. In the merriment of all, you will always stumble upon a dark corner occasionally while scrolling. And usually, these TikToks give you more dopamine than other cheerful ones. However, the latest trend hits too close to home as it…

Manners maketh man, but the beard maketh him unrecognizable. James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers team is one of the most widely known basketball players. He is placed as the 5th best shooting guard in NBA history. His legend knows no bounds as the 2018 MVP, 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist, and 10-time All-star; while the list goes on. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Equity Basketball (@equitybasketball) James Harden is also categorized as a strategic player with a penchant for engineering his approach to shooting the hoops. His genius on the court has landed him at the…

Ever watched one of those isekai anime and wished you could visit a fantasy land too? If only we could pass through a portal like the wardrobe in ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ and be surrounded by our favorite anime waifus. Take your time to imagine the loveliest of scenarios with them, but let me smash your dreams against the ground because you can only daydream about this. Now while the reality is still clear in your head, let’s discuss the ‘anime world portal’ that people search about from time to time. The term is often searched by people who have…

On April 30, 2023, devastating news hit the culinary world when Jock Zonfrillo was announced dead. This came as a shock to the fans of Masterchef Australia Host as a life was lost too soon, just at the age of 46. Jock Zonfrillo is a household name as a TV presenter, restauranter, and founder of the Orana Foundation. Celebrities pay tribute to the beloved chef as he serves his countless memories on a silver platter. Jock Zonfrillo Early Life Jock was somewhat of a culinary prodigy. He was recruited at the age of 12 and started working in the kitchen.…

A signature style becomes a memorabilia of one’s legendary work. Chance the Rapper, born on 16th April 1993, boasts many hats– he is a rapper, singer & songwriter, and philanthropist. The Chicago native released his first mixtape in ’10 Day’ in 2012, starting a ripple of melodious rapping with his sweet voice yet spitting striking bars. His name echoed through the hip-hop scene with just a few songs. Riding on this wave, he soon released his second mixtape ‘Acid Rap’ in 2013. The album reflects his glow-up as he went from rapping about being a suspended student for weed possession…

Cinema with black people is experiencing a revolutionary trend. Paving the way is Academy Award winner Jordan Peele whose first movie, Get Out, created a pleasantly uncomfortable aura. Gone are the days when black-centric movies have an overpowering undertone of a ‘white-savior trope’ like Blind Side, The Help, Freedom Writers, Avatar, Dangerous Minds, Finding Forrester, and several others. Movies like Nope, Us, Master, Purge series, and many more are creating a wave of ‘say-it-like-it-is’ for liberals and conservatives. Among these, director Mo McRae is bringing his debut vision with ‘A Lot of Nothing.’ Already creating a buzz, the movie is…

The warmth of our safe space is the hard work of millions of laborers. Every entity that we consume is the creation of people who work in the blazing sun and sleepless nights. But Labor Day is not just honoring their relentless work; there is a history of grueling struggle for their rights. It is the day honoring the dignity of labor. Origins of Labor Day The economic progress of a nation relies heavily on the rapid development in the production and manufacturing sectors. With the first industrial revolution, all major independent countries in the 18th century were gearing up…

The beloved country singer, whose songs are the truest expressions of her life, had a tumultuous past. In 2012, Wynonna Judd finally tied the knot with Cactus Moser, the drummer of ‘Highway 101’, and the secret to their 10-year marriage is nothing short of a fairytale. The 58-year-old singer showed a glimpse of her life in the recently released “Wynonna Judd: Between Hell and Hallelujah.” The series follows her journey with the next tour, where she pays tribute to her late mother. Naomi Judd, one half of the Judds, was an influential person and loving mother to Wynonna. Her death…

The business mogul is anchoring a generation of young aspiring entrepreneurs. From Space X to Tesla, and now the highest stakeholder of Twitter, Elon Musk is paving the way for believing in countless possibilities in one lifetime. Millions look up to him, while billions question his outlook; regardless, he is always in the public eye. Tabloids have a field day in covering his social appearances, as the charming CEO enchants everyone with his wit, humor, and politically incorrect statements. His MET Gala appearance with Ex-girlfriend Grimes put him on a pedestal of most presentable celebrities. Elon Musk and Grimes attended…