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6 Kid-Friendly Websites for Free Arts and Crafts Activities for Children

July 18, 2020July 18, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Children need to learn, play, and stay active for well-rounded growth. These free websites for activities, crafts, and arts for kids will ensure they stay occupied while growing their skills and knowledge. This article focuses more on non-screen activities, although some of the websites include those. But there’s always a happy go-between. these free interactive […]

Entertain Bored Children With Google Play’s Kids Tab

April 17, 2020April 17, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

In an effort to help entertain bored children stuck at home during the coronavirus crisis, Google has launched a dedicated Kids tab in Google Play. And with most schools currently shut down to prevent the spread of COVID-19, this is a very timely initiative. Are Your Children Getting Bored Yet? If you’re in the US, […]

How to Comply With YouTube’s New COPPA Rules for Children

November 25, 2019November 25, 2019Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

YouTube is making changes to its platform in 2020. These changes revolve around how children are using YouTube, with YouTube trying to comply with the COPPA law in the US. The new YouTube rules are designed to protect children, but they’ll have serious implications for YouTubers. Discover 70+ Awesome YouTube Tricks With Our FREE YouTube […]

10 Free Online Advent Calendars for Adults and Children

December 1, 2018December 1, 2018Rudy Deighton Delta Media

Every child and adult who appreciates Christmas must have an Advent calendar in 2018. But, what is the Advent? Advent is the period of four weeks leading up to Christmas. It’s the time to prepare for the Christmas celebrations and get into the mood if you haven’t already. An Advent calendar will help you count down the […]

You Can Now Limit How Long Your Children Play PS4

February 8, 2018Rudy Deighton Delta Media

Sony has detailed the changes coming in v5.50 of the PlayStation 4 system software update. The highlight for parents with children who game is a new Play Time Management feature, but there are also a number of new features and UI changes aimed at adult gamers. While having consoles constantly connected to the internet means […]

Facebook Launches Messenger Kids for Children

December 4, 2017December 4, 2017Rudy Deighton Delta Media

Facebook has launched a new standalone version of Messenger aimed at kids. And it is, rather inevitably, called Messenger Kids. Messenger Kids is designed for children aged between six and 12, with parents being placed in charge of setting up and managing their children’s access. Thanks to the Children’s Online Privacy and Protection Act (COPPA) […]

Scientists Working On Smart Contacts Powered By Human Tears
August 26, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Who needs an external battery when you have good old-fashioned emotions? Scientists based out of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have begun working on augmented reality (AR) contact lenses capable of displaying virtual information in the real world. But here’s the really interesting part: according to an official release from the university, these high-tech […]
Thief Simulator VR Adds Even More Stuff To Steal On Quest
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Return to a life of crime in this sizable DLC update. Developer 3R Games this week announced a new update for its popular VR game, Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street, which introduces a brand new neighborhood over twice the size of Greenview Street. Available now on Meta Quest headsets, the Richie R. Street DLC takes […]
I Tried Axe Throwing In VR. Here’s How It Went
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Experience BATL Axe Throwing on Meta Quest headsets. ArcadeXR today announced its 2.0 update for Arcade Legends which introduces axe throwing to the game for the very first time. For those unfamiliar, Arcade Legends is a unique VR experience that allows you to build your own personal arcade. Here you can play 10 official arcade […]
This Virtual Rave Experience Lets You Party Like It’s The ’80s
August 24, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Better grab some glowsticks, you’re going to need them. The Geneva International Film Festival returns later this year and it’s bringing with it a one-of-a-kind virtual experience that takes you back in time to the very first rave parties where you can dance to the sounds of old-school acid house music. Produced by the immersive documentary […]
Watch The LA Valorant Finals From This VR E-Sports Arena
August 23, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Join your fellow Valorant fans for this one-of-a-kind virtual broadcast. Virtex Stadium, an online virtual event platform available for PC VR headsets, will be broadcasting the Valorant LA Champions finals live in VR this week, offering spectators the chance to immerse themselves in the virtual action like never before. Originally announced back in 2021, Virtex […]
’90s Classic The 7th Guest Returns As A VR Game This October
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Explore a sprawling mansion inhabited by realistic ghosts in this immersive reimagining. Developer Vertigo Games, the team behind popular VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine and After the Fall, has just announced the release date for its latest game, The 7th Guest VR. Revealed during the Gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live Pre-Show, this spooky-looking experience […]
VRChat Mobile Is Now Available In Alpha On Android
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
An iOS version is also on the way according to the team. After long last, VRChat, the immensely popular VR social platform, is finally available in alpha on Android devices, allowing you to mix and mingle with other players online via a smartphone or tablet. That said, not everyone will have access to the app […]
This KFC VR Game Is Played Inside A Bucket Of Chicken
August 21, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The more points you earn the more IRL chicken you get. Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), the popular American fast food chain, has launched a VR game in Hong Kong, China that transported players to a KFC-inspired world where they could earn real-world fried chicken by completing virtual objectives. The “Bucketverse VR” experience immersed players in […]
You Can Now Play The Original Far Cry In VR With Motion Controls
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The 2004 classic looks better than ever in VR. Crytek’s first-person shooter Far Cry can now be played in VR with motion controls thanks to a third-party mod from German developer Holger Frydrych. You may remember Frydrych for his work on the popular Half-Life 2 VR Mod, which lets you experience Valve’s iconic action shooter […]
Toy Trains Lets You Build Your Dream Train Set In VR
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The “playful track-building” game is scheduled to arrive later this year. Developer Something Random this week announced Toy Trains, a new VR game coming soon to major VR platforms. Described as a “playful track-building VR game,” this nostalgia-inducing experience allows you to craft complex virtual railways and solve open-ended puzzles using your motion controllers. Each […]

RCMP in Vernon, B.C., provide tips to help prevent auto crime April 7, 2024
The number of auto crimes reported in and around Vernon, B.C., are down this year, RCMP officials say. But they are still offering tips on how vehicle owners can reduce their risk.
Jayden Wasney
Hair straightener to blame for house fire in Winnipeg, officials say April 7, 2024
Winnipeg firefighters say an electric hair straightener left too close to combustible materials is the likely cause of a Saturday night fire at a local home. No one was injured.
Arin Streeter
Head-on crash between van and cargo truck kills man in his 60s on Quebec Highway 50 April 7, 2024
Authorities say the van seems to have hit the truck after deviating from its lane and entering oncoming traffic.
Bus catches fire at Winnipeg Transit garage; no one was injured April 7, 2024
Winnipeg firefighters worked quickly Saturday night to bring a bus fire at a Winnipeg Transit garage under control. No one was injured and the fire is not considered suspicious.
Arin Streeter
Man in stable condition after midtown Toronto shooting April 7, 2024
Toronto police were called to the Dufferin Street and Castlefield Avenue area around 8:30 p.m. Saturday for reports of a shooting. Police say the victim is now in stable condition.
Isaac Callan
RCMP searching for missing man last seen in Gimli, Man. April 7, 2024
RCMP are searching for Gerald Dubois, 63, who was last seen in Gimli, Man., on the evening of April 4. Police say Dubois may have driven to Winnipeg or Ile des Chenes.
Arin Streeter
Overnight blaze causes ‘heavy damage’ to garage in Kelowna, B.C. April 7, 2024
Members of the Kelowna Fire Department were deployed to the 400 block of Dougall Road in Rutland around 9:30 p.m. Saturday on reports that a garage had caught fire.
Jayden Wasney
30 years after Rwanda genocide, cautious optimism history won’t repeat: Dallaire April 7, 2024
Romeo Dallaires says he remains concerned about the continued presence of the genocide's perpetrators and masterminds in Africa and around the world — including in Canada.
Sean Boynton
The West Block – Episode 30, Season 13 April 7, 2024
Declassified summaries of top secret intelligence documents, attempts to funnel $250 thousand and what was said about the two Michaels.
Probe into suspicious death now a homicide investigation: Toronto police April 7, 2024
Toronto police investigating the death of a man Saturday morning are treating the case as a homicide. Jolly An, 51, died following a fight at a commercial plaza.
Isaac Callan