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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 […]

A new fake Toonie has emerged in Quebec, Ontario: Here’s how you spot it November 29, 2023
An arrest and seizure of allegedly counterfeit $2 coins in Quebec, and a second arrest in Ontario, suggests a new counterfeit toonie variety is across Canada, a coin expert says.
Andrew McIntosh
Guelph city council approves motion to declare intimate partner violence an epidemic November 29, 2023
Dominique O'Rourke said her motion is more than just a symbolic gesture. She believes the only way to eliminate intimate partner violence is through community action.
Ken Hashizume
Looking to buy a winter home? Here’s where prices have dropped in Canada November 29, 2023
Canada's winter recreational housing market softened in 2023, with the interest rates having a 'big effect' on buyer decisions, a Royal LePage broker said.
Saba Aziz
Edmonton Oilers grab 5-4 shootout win over Golden Knights November 29, 2023
The Edmonton Oilers collected a third consecutive win, beating the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in a shootout on Tuesday night at Rogers Place.
Reid Wilkins
From Hate to Hope mural unveiled in Keremeos, B.C. November 29, 2023
A collaborative mural project – one of four in B.C. – designed to bring communities together and spark conversations about hate was recently unveiled in the South Okanagan.
Taya Fast
Winnipeg Jets stymied by Oettinger in 2-0 loss to Dallas November 29, 2023
Jake Oettinger made 27 saves for the shutout while Winnipeg failed on a pair of 5-on-3 chances.
Christian Aumell
Alberta government’s decision to not offer free birth control shortsighted, advocate says November 29, 2023
A women's health advocate is denouncing a decision by the Alberta government to vote down a motion brought forward by the provincial NDP to offer free, prescription contraceptives.
Tomasia DaSilva
Record $3.3 million raised on CKNW Kids’ Fund Pledge Day November 29, 2023
The holiday spirit was in the air as donors kept phone lines ringing for CKNW's annual pledge day radiothon on Tuesday.
Simon Little
Human trafficking survivor says online sextortion of B.C. boy is heartbreaking, frustrating November 29, 2023
Prince George boy, Carson Cleland, died by suicide on Oct. 12 after being the victim of online sextortion, RCMP said Monday. His family was speaking out about their loss.
Amy Judd
Vancouver won’t see Mayor’s Budget Task Force report until next year November 29, 2023
Vancouver's Mayor's Budget Task Force struck in April was charged with going through the city’s budget with a 'fine-toothed comb.' The report was due to be released in October.
Simon Little