Many classic games remain stranded on old hardware, making old consoles essential for playing those iconic titles. Remasters and ports may alter how a game looks and feels, making original releases often better options for authentic experiences. Modding old consoles breathes new life into them, enabling emulation, fan-made content, and...

Why You Should Keep Your Old Consoles

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  If you're a PlayStation 5 owner and you still haven't added a PlayStation VR2 to your collection, now's the time to do it. The VR headset has finally seen its first significant price drop of $200, bringing it down from its prohibitively expensive near-$600 retail price to $350 at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.  This is the most affordable that the PSVR2 has been since its...

Sony just cut the price of the PlayStation VR2

Everyone has been mourning the death of the Xbox 360 after its marketplace officially shut down earlier this week, recalling some of their favorite memories with the console that introduced them to life-long friends and some of their favorite games. Leave it to GameStop to show up to the party with nothing but petty grievances.

GameStop Dunks On Digital Games And Gets Savaged By Xbox 360 Fans

Xbox 360 will be shutting down its online marketplace on July 29th, 2024. After 19 years players that found comfort within the Xbox 360 have one last chance to get some notable games before it is shut down forever. Another memorable moment in history is about to take place as recent the Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo 3DS stores also closed down.

Xbox 360 Game Store Is Closing, They Are Giving One Last Sale

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Sony’s currently prepping a Mario-like adventure game for PS5 that’s inspired by its cute little Astro Bot mascot character. That title arrives on September 6 and looks like an absolute blast. Taking a page from Nintendo, the company also just announced a themed DualSense controller to commemorate the release. It's pretty dang adorable.

The new Astro Bot PS5 controller is pretty dang adorable

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Paterson, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

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It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

Starting today, you’ll no longer be able to purchase games, DLC, and other items from the Xbox 360 Store or the Xbox 360 Marketplace — both of which launched almost 19 years ago. The shutdown doesn’t affect online multiplayer on the Xbox 360, and you’ll still be able...

The Xbox 360 Store shuts down today.

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

The PS Store has added a new free game that offers a quick and easy Platinum trophy, with players split over whether the title should be considered shovelware or not. The game in question is Puzzle Drop Carnival, which offers a free version as well as a $4.99 bundle that comes with 10 avatars.

PS Store Releases Free Game With Easy Platinum Trophy

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Sony and Team Asobi have announced the Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller, which may just be the most charming PS5 accessory yet. Developer Team Asobi is currently supplying the finishing touches to Astro Bot, a new and fully fleshed out 3D platformer that could very well supply the PS5 with its own Mario-like mascot. Now it has revealed that a new limited edition controller is being produced to accompany the game’s September 6 launch.

Delightful limited edition Astro Bot PS5 controller unveiled

This article explains how to get 120 frames per second—which you'll also see as "FPS" or "Hz"–on PS5. Not every game on PS5 supports this option, so while you can prep your console for it, it won't work for every title. How to Turn On 120 FPS on...

How to Get 120 FPS on PS5

Camden, NJ

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CAMDEN, N.J. – Lisa Smith, 61, of Cornelius, North Carolina, has admitted to her role in a fraudulent scheme involving over $3.5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that Smith pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court on July 17, 2024, to a charge of bank fraud conspiracy.

Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.5M COVID Relief Scam

Whether you’re lounging at the beach or hiking in the woods, good music can always make it better. Today Amazon is selling the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case for $180, a savings of $69, and one of the few times we’ve ever seen this model drop to this price.

Kick your summer into high gear with $70 off AirPods Pro

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Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

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Florence, SC

Individuals Involved in Interstate Firearms Smuggling Receive Varied Sentences. Morristown, NJ — Six South Carolina residents have been sentenced for their involvement in a gun trafficking operation that illegally transported firearms into New Jersey. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the culmination of the case on July 23, 2024, with the final sentencing taking place in Newark federal court by U.S. District Judge Michael E. Farbiarz.

Six Sentenced in New Jersey for Gun Trafficking Conspiracy

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Each week Sony brings PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR, and PlayStation Plus owners new content, add-ons, games, and more. Here is the complete global PlayStation Store update. PlayStation LifeStyle catalogs the PlayStation Store updates for the major regions across the globe. Check back every Tuesday to keep up to date with each week’s PlayStation Store Update.

PlayStation Store Update Worldwide July 30, 2024

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Resident Evil 7: Biohazard for macOS review

It’s not as fast-paced as some of the Resident Evil games, but the ‘creepy old house’ vibes are genuinely unsettling – and there’s a demo you...

Resident Evil 7: Biohazard for macOS review

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