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The Kid Laroi’s avatar performing in Fortnite. | Image: Epic Games Checking out The Kid Laroi might be the first time I ever died during a concert — virtually, of course. The Australian singer is the latest artist to headline an interactive Fortnite experience, but this one differs a bit, adding a touch more of the shooter action that’s core to the game. The result is a strangely compelling experience that further expands what these kinds of virtual concerts can be. It even has a miniature raid. Called “Wild Dreams,” the virtual music experience is billed as an “immersive sonic...

HSD Secretary Scrase announces retirementJust about a year ago, we had one of our periodic conversations with then Acting Health Secretary Dr. David Scrase about—you guessed it—the COVID-19 pandemic. During that particular conversation, we asked Scrase, who took on leading the health department in addition to his duties as cabinet secretary for the Human Services Department for the better part of the pandemic, whether he was thinking about retiring at any point. “I think we’re making great progress at DOH,” Scrase said. “I like what I’m doing. I have lots of energy. I debate most days on the way home from work...

The world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) is a fairly new realm in itself. Exclusive ownership, the authenticity of an item, digital artworks, collectables, real estate, music and even its own digital currency — understanding the NFT sphere means stepping inside a virtual universe with its own set of dynamics and vibrant features. And, speaking of digital artwork and NFT collections, the top and most famous NFT artists around the world constantly strive to bridge the gap between the virtual and real arenas and bring alive stunning artworks that evoke imagination while giving strong messages. Gone are the days when one...

Listening BoyRobert Henri, 1924 I am in my 20thyear teaching and directing a student storytelling program. Every year I try to develop new tools, either written or interactive, to help my students work with their stories, and their peers.I always make time for the students to independently practice their stories during class time, but another component is a turn and tell, where students share their stories with a partner. This year I designed a new tool, the Story Wok. The name is an acronym, with each letter corresponding to a specific story or performance element, to be used during the turn and tell. Since...

By Sanjana Vig Dating isn’t easy, neither is getting to know someone new. These date night ideas are sure to help spruce up your efforts! Trying To Find a Spark? It’s getting harder to get to know people. Online dating culture can skew your expectations, games are played, lies are told, and not enough effort is made. All of this creates a recipe for awkward first dates, giving up too easily, and failing to make a connection. It’s time we make dating fun again. Remove the pressure and remind yourself that you are getting to know someone. Use these fun...