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May 7, 2025

Minecraft Battle Of The Boroughs 2025: Bronx Semi-Final | The Bronx Daily

On May 3, the Bronx hosted the semi-finals for the 2025 Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs Esports Competition, with 659 submissions from 3,295 students, a 37% increase from the previous year. Each borough selected three teams to advance to the finals on May 31, 2025. The event featured 175 students from 35 teams across over 26 schools. Notable attendees included NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson. The semi-finals were held at the Bronx High School for Law and Community Service. The winning teams were: - Elementary Division: PS 100X, Team Game Over - Middle School Division: PS/MS 175 The City Island School, The Amazing Sharks - High School Division: MS/HS 223 The Laboratory School, Bronx Blocks.

BetaBeacon

May 7, 2025

Grab These Apps for iOS & Android While They’re Free!

Free Android apps and games are currently available for a short time. Some of the free Android apps include IPTV Smart Player Pro, Reminder Pro, Equalizer & Bass Booster Pro, Countdown Widgets, and Color wheel. Free Android games include Cytus 2, Cartoon Craft, Water Color Sort - Premium, Mini Crossword, and Crafterok - Lords of Survival.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Added The Most Chill Way To Play God In A Classic City Builder

Anno 1800 is a city-building game by Ubisoft set in a Victorian-inspired industrial era, recently launched on Xbox Game Pass. Players colonize resource-rich islands, managing production chains and trade networks while balancing the needs of a growing populace. The console version maintains the depth of the original PC experience with a redesigned user interface that features clean menus and a radial menu system for easier navigation. The game offers a rewarding loop of expansion, optimization, and strategic planning, encouraging immersive gameplay with vibrant visuals and smooth performance. It is designed for players willing to invest time in its complexities, with a campaign mode providing a structured introduction for newcomers.

BetaBeacon

May 3, 2025

‘Single’s Inferno: Choices’ Launches on Netflix Games on Android and iOS

Netflix Games has introduced a new game called Single's Inferno: Choices, based on the South Korean dating series. The game allows players to create their character and experience romance on a remote tropical island. It is developed by XO Games, a subsidiary of Series Entertainment Inc. This marks the first time Single's Inferno has been translated onto Netflix Games.

BetaBeacon

April 28, 2025

Download Survivalcraft 2 for Windows, Android, APK and iOS

Survivalcraft 2 is a sandbox survival game that allows players to construct their base camp, explore, and survive in a blocky open world with immersive survival and realistic features.

AppWizard

April 25, 2025

Minecraft Movie Draws Increased Police Presence

The release of the Minecraft Movie has led to chaotic scenes in theaters, with audiences throwing popcorn and drinks in excitement, particularly at the line “Chicken Jockey!” This disruptive behavior has prompted theaters to remind patrons that such actions can result in ejection and police involvement. Videos on social media show disorderly crowds, and theater employees have expressed frustration over the mess created. A serious incident occurred in Warwick, Rhode Island, where a group of teenage boys violently attacked two adults who asked them to quiet down, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. The film's popularity has intensified warnings against disruptive behavior, leading theaters to enforce stricter consequences.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

Rhode Island ‘Minecraft’ Moviegoers Slashed By Kids With Knives

Four male teenagers, aged 14 to 16, have been charged following a violent altercation outside Apple Cinemas in Warwick, Rhode Island, on April 15. The incident began when the teenagers became agitated during a screening of A Minecraft Movie and followed three adults to their vehicle, where they attacked them with knives, resulting in two adults being slashed. The injuries were not life-threatening. The suspects were apprehended by police, and the weapons used were recovered. The teenagers are in custody at the Rhode Island State Training School, awaiting a Family Court appearance. One victim suffered a laceration to the triceps, and another had a cut to the forehead.

AppWizard

April 17, 2025

Four teens arrested, accused of slashing two adults after ‘Minecraft’ movie

Four teenagers were apprehended at the Apple Cinemas in Warwick, Rhode Island, following an altercation during a screening of "A Minecraft Movie." The police were called after reports of a disturbance, and upon arrival, they found a chaotic scene with two injured adults, one bleeding. The adults had been disrupted by a loud group of teenagers and were assaulted after confronting them. One victim reported being stabbed by a teenager in a black hoodie. Both injured men were taken to Kent Hospital for treatment. The suspects, aged 14 to 16, were taken into custody and transferred to the Rhode Island Training School, facing charges including felony assault and disorderly conduct.

AppWizard

April 16, 2025

Japan orders Google to unwind deals with smartphone OEMs

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has ordered Google to stop certain business practices related to its Android operating system, specifically the Mobile Application Distribution Agreements (MADAs) that required manufacturers to pre-install specific Google applications. The JFTC found that these agreements violate Japan’s Antimonopoly Act, stifling competition and creating market barriers. Google must cease mandating pre-installation of its applications, allow installation of competing products, and enable users to choose their default search service. This action is the first regulatory measure by the JFTC against a major American tech firm. Additionally, Google is facing scrutiny for allegedly obstructing Yahoo! Japan's use of its advertising technology and has been warned of fines for not opening its app store to more competition. Globally, Google is dealing with antitrust challenges, including potential forced divestitures in the U.S. The company has also signed a power purchase agreement in Taiwan for a ten-megawatt geothermal energy project, aiming to pursue similar initiatives in Asia.

AppWizard

April 10, 2025

Lost Ember studio reveals its next game, and dang, it’s got some really good snow

The trailer for Ikuma: The Frozen Compass showcases a realistic depiction of snow. The game is set in the Arctic in 1864 and follows a cabin boy named Sam and his sled dog, Ellie, as they navigate an uncharted island while surviving with limited resources. They will uncover remnants of a lost expedition and a dark secret. Developed by Mooneye Studios, known for the critically acclaimed Lost Ember, Ikuma is anticipated for its narrative depth and gameplay mechanics. The game's CEO, Tobias Graff, expressed excitement about sharing the project after five years of development. Ikuma: The Frozen Compass is scheduled for release in 2026, and players can add it to their wishlists on Steam.