(Photo courtesy of SEGA Corporation) Tanner Hume Connector Editor It has been one month since the Russo-Ukrainian War started and with that the call for support has been signaled from multiple fronts. Video games in the 21st century have been on a massive roll, and the options for in-game purchases have allowed for companies to…
“Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel”: A faithful remaster of a classic card game
(Photo Courtesy of Konami) “Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel” was released on Jan. 19, 2022, and is the latest installment in the franchise’s resurgence.” Noah Madsen Connector Contributor Ever since the conclusion of the original “Yu-Gi-Oh!” anime series in 2006 (2004 in Japan), the relevancy of both the anime and the card game has slowly faded away.…
“Shin Megami Tensei V” released on Nintendo Switch
(Photo courtesy Twinfinite/GAMURS Group) “Shin Megami Tensei V,” though entertaining, still has limitations that need to be addressed for its Nintendo Switch edition to be fully enjoyed. Aidan Connor Connector Contributor The latest entry in Atlus’ “Shin Megami Tensei” series is finally here on the Nintendo Switch. The few, but devout, fans of the SMT…
“Wordle”: Explaining the craftsmanship behind the craze
(Photo Courtesy of The New York Times Company) “Wordle” was developed by Josh Wardle and is available to anyone with internet.” Avery J. Fiero Connector Contributor By requiring active engagement for victory, the game feels challenging without being frustrating. Meanwhile, for an extra challenge, players can aim to guess the word in as few tries…
Boston Celtics Recap
(Photo courtesy of ESPN) The logo for the Boston Celtics Andrew Wilcox Connector Editor The Boston Celtics continue their hot streak in the season, going 4-1 over their last five games and coming out with a combined record of 42-28. The Celtics began their latest streak of basketball with a game against their divisional opponent,…
Speculative viewpoint on rising gas prices
(Photo courtesy of David Schaper/NPR) Gasoline prices are near an all time record high. Sohini Nath Connector Staff In the United States, gasoline is heavily depended on by American citizens. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that in 2020, Americans used about 123 billion gallons of gasoline, and that was during a global pandemic when…
Graduate Students Union receives increased stipend, but problems remain
(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) The Graduate Student Union recently negotiated a contract with the university to increase wages and benefits for graduate student workers. Alex Decato-Roed Connector Editor As the spring semester draws to a close, many students are preparing to graduate, ready to take the next step and enter the workforce, travel the…
Was spring break too short? One students opinion
(Photo courtesy UMass Lowell) Spring break for UMass Lowell students was in March. Lillie Zate Connector Staff Monday, March 14, UMass Lowell students had their first day of class after being away for a week for a well-deserved Spring Break. Some may say that they were refreshed, and 9 days away was the perfect amount…
