Epic images from the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year Competition

Each year, travel photography blog Capture the Atlas puts together an annualNorthern Lights Photographer of the Year competition. This year, the competition has had entries from around the world from the US, Finland, Iceland, Russia, New Zealand, Canada, Norway and more. 25 photographers from 13 different nationalities have submitted phenomenal images to the competition. With a multitude of images to choose from, selecting the winner is no doubt tough. The Northern Lightsaren’t easy to photograph either....

June 19, 2025 · 8 min · 1599 words · Richard Wallace

Facebook Messenger gains read receipts, fresh holiday content and a huge speed boost

Facebook-owned WhatsApp quietlyintroducedblue-ticked read confirmations in its mobile iPhone app a month and a half ago and now the social networking behemoth has refreshed its backend to bring read receipts to Messenger for iOS and Android. And with Christmas around the corner, the company is helping us celebrate the upcoming festivities by adding holiday-themed content to Messenger like fresh sticker packs, a new festive frame and more. As if that wasn’t enough, Facebook’s engineers have done a lot of work under the hood to make the app more fluid and responsive than ever before....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Christopher Castillo

Farmer's Life Officially Launches on October 20th

Quick Links Prepare to don your overalls, roll up your sleeves, and experience the rustic charm of rural living as “Farmer’s Life” emerges from Early Access on October 20th this year. Published by Nacon and developed by Appeal Studios, this heartwarming farming simulator is set to offer players of all ages an authentic and unforgettable adventure in the world of agriculture. Life on a Vibrant Farmstead: In “Farmer’s Life,” you’ll step into the boots of a hardworking farmer, immersing yourself in the beauty and challenges of life on a bustling farmstead....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Lauren Herring

Genshin Impact: Dragonspine lore, explained

Genshin Impact’s first additional region, Dragonspine Mountain, excited fans in when it was released in Version 1.2. So much so, that they may have skipped over much of its lore while searching for stone tablets or climbing to its peak. Don’t worry. If you missed out, we’ve got an abridged version right here for you. What is Dragonspine in Genshin Impact? Dragonspine is a mountain located in the southern part of Mondstadt....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 511 words · Louis Armstrong

Get the SEGA Blue Outfit Free in Shinobi Art of Vengeance for a Limited Time

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is out now on PC and consoles, and to celebrate its launch, SEGA is giving away a unique in-game outfit for Joe Musashi completely free for a limited time. Here is how you can get the SEGA Blue Outfit for Shinobi Art of Vengeance. SEGA Blue Outfit in Shinobi Art of Vengeance This rewards campaign is available for the following period: There is plenty of time to get the code, and unlike Twitch campaigns, you don’t really need to watch any streams or take part in any event....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Brittney Potter

Godfall: How Long to Beat

Godfall is a third-person Looter-Slasher, and it now available to play on PlayStation 5 and on the Epic Games Store. Godfall is a high-fantasy RPG in which the world is split up into unique realms, each with a different elemental property - Fire, Air, Earth, and Spirit. The world is filled with heroic knights and arcane magic, so get ready to embark on an adventure in an action RPG that utilizes high-impact third-person melee combat with a massive emphasis on close-quarters combat....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 325 words · Richard Hawkins

Hands on with the stylish new Huawei P30 Pro colour options

While most companies used IFA 2019 to launch big new products in a number of categories, Huawei took a more considered approach, saving its big reveal for a later date, when it’ll launch theMate 30 series. Instead, it took the opportunity to tell us more about its next flagship smartphone processor - the Kirin 990 - as well as showing off its AirPods-like earphones and bringing a fresh new coat of paint to its current flagship P-series....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 382 words · Shawn Thompson

Hell Is Us Showcases Gameplay in a New Trailer

Hell Is Ushas released a trailer dedicated to the investigations players will undertake throughout the game. One of the most exciting titles of 2025, also stands out for its unique blend of soulslike mechanics and horror: Hell Is Us, the game by Rogue Factor forPS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Hell Is Us — A Unique Blend of Soulslike and Horror The creators ofNecromunda: Underhive Warsreturn with this apocalyptic adventure, set in a war-ravaged world where supernatural creatures pose a new threat....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 474 words · Suzanne Garner

Helldivers 2 June 13 patch notes: Infinite grenade bug fix, 100 changes, more

Helldivers 2 June 13 patch notes: Infinite grenade bug fix, 100 changes, more The full patch notes for Helldivers 2’s June 13 update have gone live, featuring invite-only lobbies, 100-plus fixes, and more. Helldivers 2has received plenty of updates since its February 2024 launch, but not all of them have brought welcome changes. In a few cases, the sequel’s patches have introduced new problems on top of fixing old ones....

June 19, 2025 · 4 min · 841 words · Virginia Martinez

How to Complete the Poisoned Well Mission in Warzone 2 DMZ

Faction missions are the glue that hold the Call of Duty: Warzone 2DMZgameplay loop together, and as players get further into the Faction tiers, the missions get more convoluted. The Poisoned Well is one of those complicated missions, especially if you don’t know where to start. The mission will be split into two parts, and surviving through it all will be a challenge on its own. Knowing how to complete the Poisoned Well mission will make the process far easier in the DMZ though....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · John Fuentes

How to get past the first area in Stray – What to do first

Stray is a heartwarming tale of a lost cat that’s separated from its family and must traverse a ruined cybercity filled with strange inhabits in the hops of being reunited. As the game offers few explanations, it is often up to the player to figure out what to do next. This may leave you wondering how to get past the first area in Stray. What to do in the first area in Stray Stray starts off relatively peaceful, surrounded by your cat family....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 333 words · Kenneth Warren

How to get the TIMBURRR! badge in Royale High – Roblox

The popular Roblox experienceRoyale Highhas just released its Winter update, and with it has come the newGlitterfrost haloand a few limited-time-only badges. One of these badges, theTIMBURRR!badge, has left players throughout the Royale High community (including myself) stumped, so I went ahead and wrote up this guide for those who still need a little extra help figuring it out. How to earn the TIMBURRR! badge in Royale High To earn the TIMBURRR!...

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Cindy Friedman

How to get Wonder Weapons in Black Ops Cold War Outbreak

How to get Wonder Weapons in Black Ops Cold War Outbreak Black Ops Cold War fans have been enjoying everything that the new open-world Outbreak Zombies mode has too offer but the way you’re able to get your hands on the legendary Wonder Weapons is a bit different compared to other maps and experiences. At this point, it’s safe to say that Outbreak is probably the most Zombies mode in Black Ops history....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 610 words · Julian Chavez