(Image courtesy of IGDB. “‘Super Mario Odyssey’ sees the titular plumber go on an all-new globetrotting 3D adventure.) Jake Messer Connector Editor The Nintendo Switch is home to many outstanding games like “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” “Super Smash Bros Ultimate” and even “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.” However, one game has stood…
HBO pulls 80+ shows from “Max” service
(Photo courtesy of The Direct. “Max’s latest removal of content is a bad sign for the future of the streaming platform.”) Abigayle Rettman Connector Staff Shows have been leaving Max left and right. On Feb. 28, 2025, Max pulled over 80 shows and movies from the streaming service. The platform no longer lets its viewers…
“Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition” defies limitations
(Image courtesy of Nintendo. “Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition fully realizes itself on the Switch’s superior hardware.”) Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor Massive open-world games are somewhat of a regularity in modern video games, with what feels like dozens being released each year with bigger ideas and worlds. Nearly 10 years ago today, “Xenoblade Chronicles X,”…
The second annual Lowell Film Festival for Future Filmmakers is upcoming
(Image Courtesy of The Plan) “The exterior of the Richard and Nancy Donahue Family Academic Arts Center, where the Lowell Film Festival for Future Filmmakers will take place.” Joseph Chartier, Alex Bisceglia, & Ryan Paterson Connector Contributors The Lowell Film Festival for Future Filmmakers (LFF) is an opportunity for the next generation of filmmakers to…
Students at UMass Lowell worried about the potential impact of presidential executive orders on education and funding
(Image Courtesy of AP News) “Trump speaking to reporters after he signs executive orders to end DEI.” Sam Murray & Fabienne Bien-Aime Connector Contributors There has been confusion and worry among members of UMass Lowell about changes the university might face following the Jan. 20 and 21 executive orders banning programs that promote diversity, equity…
River Hawks season comes to an end against Black Bears
(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “The game on March 8th was the conclusion to a shaky season.” Jake Messer Connector Editor On March 8, the River Hawks season came to a merciful end in the first round of the playoffs, losing to the Maine Black Bears 72-64. In a season where the River Hawks were…
River Hawks’ season ends with March 15th loss in Orono
(Photo courtesy of UML athletics) “The River Hawks’ loss follows an otherwise successful season.” Jake Messer Connector Editor On March 15, the No. 20 River Hawks season came to an end in Orono, Maine, as they were handly beaten by the No. 4 Black Bears 7-1 in the Quarter Finals of the Hockey East Playoffs.…
Fewer upsets, but plenty of surprises: The 2025 March Madness first round recap
(Photo courtesy of CNN) “March Madness has returned once again.” James Guiry Connector Staff The 2025 March Madness Tournament kicked off with an exciting first round full of surprises, as lower-seeded teams outperformed expectations and delivered a series of upsets. While the 64-team field saw fewer shockers than usual, seven lower seeds managed to defeat…
