SummaryLil Gator is getting an all-new game sized DLC.New characters, location and weapons.Huge thanks to our community check out Lil Gator Game with Game Pass Today.About Lil Gator GameLil Gator Game is a charming, open-world adventure where you play as a young gator exploring a whimsical island filled with quirky characters and fun quests. Inspired by classic action-adventure games, the story revolves around Gators quest to convince his big sister, to relive their childhood adventures. With no combat pressure or health bars, its a relaxing experience that encourages playfulness and discovery in a world full of surprises and playful interactions.Lil Gators All New DLCThe team are beyond excited to give a sneak peek at something special in the works! A brand-new game sized expansion is coming to Lil Gator Game,. The In the Dark DLC is packed with everything you loveplus a whole lot more. This upcoming game sized expansion will offer an exciting new chapter in Gators journey, with a new underground location thats brimming with charm, quirky characters, and new items to discover.This DLC will bring all the joy and charm youve come to love from Lil Gator Gamewith even more surprises waiting around every corner!What Can you Expect?Heres a little of what you can expect in this new chapter of Lil Gator! Wander a beautiful cave network where glowsticks light your path and cozy tunnels host hidden nooks and crannies filled with cute critters, secret treasures, and places to relax and take in the peaceful atmosphere.On your travels youll meet a bunch of new pals! But remember making new friends isnt always easy, you just might need to complete a quest or two!New to the DLC in a narrative twist, Lil Gator will take on some teenage troublemakers looking to disrupt the wholesome fun. Can Gators relentless optimism bring these angsty adolescents onside, and just who is their leader?Thank you, So Much for your Support!We want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. It is due to all the wonderful players that we are able to tell more of Gators Story!2024 was an incredible year for Lil Gator Game! We were absolutely thrilled to join Game Pass back in April, and since then, so many of you have explored our whimsical world with Gator and friends, and for that, were truly grateful. Whether youre a new player or youve been following the journey since day one, the support weve received has been nothing short of amazing.If you havent had the chance to check out Gator yet, dont worry! Lil Gator Game is still available with Game Pass we cant wait to hear what you think!Stay tuned for more exciting updates!Megawobble and the Playtonic Friends Team! <3Lil Gator GamePlaytonic Friends247$19.99$15.99Get it nowPC Game PassXbox Game PassThe island is your playgroundTheres a buddy atop every hill in this open-world, movement-focused adventure and they all seem to need help! Bop cardboard baddies, brave serene hills and forests, and scale sheer rocks that only a kid would dare! Joyful ExplorationExplore a lovingly crafted island full to the brim with areas to discover, friends to make and joy to be had. Each area of the island brings unique quests and characters to meet. Glide through the mountain tops and drop in on the Theatre Troupe kids, swing your stick sword through the forest with the Prep schoolers or find the Cool Kids down in the Creaklands. With plenty more areas to discover, there's no knowing who you might run into!Make FriendsThe world is big when youre a lil gator Good thing its also full of friends! Make new friends and invite them to play in the islands playground. Each new friend you make will add to your adventure, but making new friends isnt always easy, You might have to complete a quest or two!Crafty CustomizationCollect arts & crafts supplies all over the island! Use them to make yourself all kinds of goodies and bring the playground to life! Craft new abilities use your ragdoll teddy to ragdoll lil Gator from mountain top to the valleys below! Skim pebbles into hard-to-reach cardboard baddies!Bop BaddiesA no-pressure adventure game! Lil Gator game focuses on adventure and play, don't let a health bar hold you back from reaching your goal!

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A movie theater chain allowed its customers to bring whatever they wanted to use as popcorn buckets, but they may not have expected wheelbarrows and coolers to come rolling through the doors.National Popcorn Day At Movie TheatersYou dont have to look very hard to find a national day just about every day of the year. Apparently, Jan.19 is National Popcorn Day.Thats at least what movie theater chain Cinemark told its customers when it announced its bring your own bucket promotion. Movie fans were allowed to bring any container and fill it with popcorn for $5.READ MORE: Don't Eat Microwave Popcorn For This Scary ReasonLiterally anything can be a bucket, the Texas-based chain with more than 500 theaters said when announcing the event.Some moviegoers may have taken that as a challenge.What Movie Fans Brought For Popcorn BucketsSocial media lit up on National Popcorn Day with photos of theater customers arriving with everything from Halloween candy buckets to large cooking pots.Here some of the most creative popcorn buckets people thought to bring to watch movies.WheelbarrowUrn and Traffic ConeHalloween Pumpkin BucketsLego Head and Target CartGiant Cooking PotsStorage TotesSuitcaseHome Depot BucketCoolerGarbage Can12 Things We Miss in Modern Movie TheatersWhile we still love movie theaters, they have changed through the years. And not always for the better.READ MORE: Once-Beloved Movie Theater Gimmicks That Have Faded AwayGet our free mobile appMovie Theater Horror Stories Involving Smelly FoodYoure not supposed to sneak food into the movie theater, but sometimes satisfying your hunger is more important than following the rules. Here are some real-life theater food horror stories from social media. (The names have been removed to protect the guilty.)Filed Under: Cinemark, Movie Theaters, TheatersCategories: Longform, Movie News

GENERAL INFORMATIONDepartment - MembershipReporting to Membership DirectorStart Date - ImmediateSalary - US$46,000 - $52,000 USD/annualCoaching.comCoaching.com is on a journey to harness the power of coaching and activate human potential worldwide. Our mission is to elevate the quality of professional coaching by providing a comprehensive platform that empowers coaches with best-in-class content and enables the delivery of coaching services seamlessly and at scale.ROLE PURPOSEWe are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Membership Manager to lead the development and delivery of the Coaching.com Membership. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our membership program consistently exceeds expectations by delivering exceptional educational services; enhancing member engagement and driving sustainable growth. If you are proactive, confident, and detail-oriented, and have a passion for supporting professional development while fostering a sense of community among our coaching members, wed love to hear from you.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Membership primarily focuses on delivering online education and training to members through weekly webinars and community events. The Membership Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of these events, as well as the overall management of the Coaching.com Membership. This includes planning, executing, and evaluating membership initiatives to ensure a high-quality experience. The role also involves streamlining project execution, enhancing services, and fostering strategic growth through collaboration with cross-functional teams.Key Responsibilities Include:Membership Project Management:Plan and manage membership-related projects from conception to completion.Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring deliverables are met within scope and budget.Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to streamline project execution.Monitor and report on project progress, addressing risks and obstacles proactively.Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, take notes, and share follow-up action steps with involved stakeholders.Create and implement new processes and workflows for the Membership as required.Membership Delivery:Oversee the onboarding process for new members, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.Manage the creation and delivery of membership resources, tools, and materials.Ensure timely communication and updates to members regarding events, benefits, and initiatives.Collaborate with the marketing team to drive membership acquisition and retention strategies.Support live membership sessions on Zoom, including session support, hosting, logistical coordination, scheduling, and content preparation.Manage HubSpot emails for the Membership Team, including writing copy, approving designs, creating and scheduling email campaigns, tracking performance metrics, and optimizing communications.Organize and deliver online events, workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to member needs, including the annual Coaching.com Summit.Team Leadership:Lead and manage Membership Coordinators to effectively execute membership initiatives, including:Volunteer CoordinationSpeaker ManagementCustomer SupportKEY COMPETENCIESProject Management Experience: At least 3 years of experience in digital project/program management in a remote environment. Experience in digital events is desirable but not required.Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to work with diverse customers and stakeholders globally.Organizational Skills & Analytical Thinking: Data-driven and meticulous in your organization and approach to projects. You thrive on structure and efficiency.Results Driven: A dynamic self-starter who can work independently, using initiative to achieve goals and find creative solutions.Collaboration & Leadership: Experience working with cross-functional teams and motivating others to achieve goals.Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment, and proactively manages challenges in remote collaboration.Confident in Public Speaking: Comfortable and composed speaking to large audiences in live online sessions, meetings, and events.Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Zoom, Google Workspace, and project management tools such as Asana.BENEFITSFlexible Work Environment: Remote work with flexible hours (at least half of your working hours must overlap with Eastern Time/New York time).Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning opportunities and resources.Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive, innovative team.Industry Impact: Contribute to a platform that empowers coaches and promotes professional development.Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your expertise.Unlimited Paid Time Off: Enjoy unlimited* PTO to relax and recharge (*at the discretion of your Manager).HOW TO APPLYPlease fill out the APPLICATION FORM, following the outlined instructions.In your application, youll:Provide basic information.Upload your resume/CV.Upload a cover letter (23 paragraphs) describing why you want to work with us and what specifically qualifies you for this position.Submit a short video (35 minutes) answering the following questions:Why are you excited about this role?What is one thing you can do better than 10,000 other people?What skills do you bring that would help you succeed in this role?If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in an interview conducted via Zoom. 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Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.The purple category in the NYTConnections puzzle isn't usually the toughest, but I found it to be a fun and easier one than usual today. You might, too. Read on for clues and today's Connections answers.The Times now has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. And players who are registered with the Times Games section can now nerd out by following their progress, including number of puzzles completed, win rate, number of times they nabbed a perfect score and their win streak.Read more:Hints, Tips and Strategies to Help You Win at NYT Connections Every TimeHints for today's Connections groupsHere are four hints for the groupings in today's Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest, yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.Yellow group hint: Insult.Green group hint: Tiny thing.Blue group hint: Needed in the North.Purple group hint: Doom is one, and so is McCoy.Answers for today's Connections groupsYellow group: Putdown.Green group: Small likeness.Blue group: Used to clear snow.Purple group: Doctors in pop culture.Read more: Wordle Cheat Sheet: Here Are the Most Popular Letters Used in English WordsWhat are today's Connections answers? NYT/Screenshot by CNETThe yellow words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is putdown. The four answers are barb, crack, dig and slight.The green words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is small likeness. The four answers are doll, figure, miniature and model.The blue words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is used to clear snow. The four answers are plow, salt, sand and shovel.The purple words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is doctors in pop culture. The four answers are No, Octopus, Pepper and Who.

Capcom updates on Monster Hunter Wilds performance improvements, is aiming to lower PC GPU requirementsUth Duna know if it can.Image credit: Eurogamer News by Matt Wales News Reporter Published on Jan. 20, 2025 Excitement continues to mount ahead of Monster Hunter Wilds' release next month, but if there's one big question mark around the whole thing, it's just what sort of performance improvements Capcom has been cooking up since its rather wobby public beta. And the publisher has now given a brief update on performance, alongside confirmation it's "looking into" lowering the game's recommended GPU requirements on PC.Monster Hunter Wilds' first public beta went live last October, and it immediately became clear there was still work to be done on the performance front. Players soon took to the internet highlighting everything from erratic framerates, even on decently beefy PCs, to unfortunate visual glitches making the whole thing look like Capcom's lead platform was the N64.At the time, the publisher moved to remind players Monster Hunter Wilds was "still in development", offering assurances the full game was "already in a more improved state compared to the beta test", and that it was "committed to ensuring the quality of the final product." There was hope among fans some of these improvements might be evident in Monster Hunter Wilds' second open beta, scheduled to run from 7th-9th February, but Capcom recently confirmed that wouldn't be the case.Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay preview.Watch on YouTubeThe company has, though, now provided a short update on performance, with Monster Hunter's official German social media channel recently posting (as per Google translate) that the team "has been addressing rendering issues from the open beta test and is continually working on improvements for launch". These assurances were accompanied by a video offering what Capcom called a "look at our updated Prioritise Performance more for PS5", albeit not a particularly illuminating one given the less-than-stellar quality of X's video player. Prioritise Performance mode (AKA Prioritise Framerate) targets up to 60fps on PS5 and Xbox Series X, compared to 30fps when using Prioritise Graphics mode.Capcom also noted it's aiming to improve PC performance in a "similar way", and that it's additionally "looking into whether we can lower the recommended GPU requirements". The publisher raised a few eyebrows last September, when it revealed Monster Hunter Wilds would require an RTX 2070 Super/RTX 4060/RX 6700XT to reach 60fps (with Frame Generation) at 1080p, so word there may be improvements here - particularly given the open beta's erratic performance on mid-range hardware - is encouraging.Monster Hunter Wilds launches for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5 on 28th February, and the Character Creation, Story Trial and Slay Doshaguma Quest seen in last year's first open beta will all be available again when beta #2 kicks off earlier in the month.Eurogamer's Ed Nightingale was quite taken with Monster Hunter Wilds' "familiar thrill of the hunt, player customisation, and extravagant combat" when he went hands-on in August, so hopefully Capcom can iron our those remaining wrinkles before launch.

You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Contents hide While current players get ready to enjoy Diablo 4 Season 7 and enjoy the addition of Witch Doctor powers without a Witch Doctor class, Blizzard is reportedly working on a Diablo 4 Switch 2 port to take full advantage of Nintendos finally-announced next-gen handheld.With the new Nintendo handheld/console hybrid bringing massively upgraded performance, magnetic joy-con and more, the new system should have more than enough power to run some form of Diablo 4. After all, the game does run on a base Xbox One.Diablo 4 Switch 2 portAccording to eXputer reporter and YouTuber eXtas1s, via VGC, a Nintendo Switch 2 port of the latest Diablo game is in the works at Blizzard. Alongside adding credence to the leaks of ports for Halo: The Master Chief Collection and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a number of other titles are also allegedly in the works.According to what Ive been told, Diablo 4 is already in the works for Nintendo Switch 2, the reporter claimed. So it wouldnt be surprising at all if Diablo 4 was released in 2025 on Switch 2.The Diablo series has already been massively successful on the Nintendo Switch platform with both Diablo 3 and Diablo 2 Resurrected seeing huge sales and player counts on the handheld, it would make perfect sense to bring the fourth game to the Nintendos new handheld.With the Nintendo Switch 2 primed to be as computationally powerful as a PS4 Proalbeit with support with more modern rendering featurestheres no worry that the latest Diablo game would struggle to run on the new handheld.An offline mode?If Diablo 4 does come to the new Nintendo handheld, theres hope that Blizzard will finally add an offline mode to the game to support the machine. After all, theres nothing more annoying in Diablo 2 Resurrected than having to restart the game after putting your online character in standby for 30 seconds.However, Blizzard has not announced an offline mode for Diablo 4 at the time of writing, and considering the games penchant for online seasons and microtransaction content it seems unlikely thatll happen. However, we can always hope.For more Diablo coverage, read about how Elon Musk has finally confirmed he cheats at both Blizzards game and Path of Exile 2. Additionally, check out why the new Switch wont play every game for the original console. Diablo 4Platform(s):PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/XGenre(s):Action, Action RPG, RPGSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share

After weeks of rumours.The Hollow Knight: Silksong community has been ablaze in recent weeks with theories and rumours aplenty about when the hotly-anticipated sequel will finally release. While none are yet to come to fruition, Team Cherry has provided a tiny development update, just to reassure everyone that the game actually does exist and it "will release" one day.Last week, Hollow Knight co-creator William Pellen updated his Twitter profile picture to an image of a cake. For most fan bases, this wouldn't be enough to bat an eyelid, but when you've been waiting this many years for news from Hallownest, every change matters. The TL;DR of it is that fans traced this image back to an online recipe dated to 2nd April (the day of the Switch 2 Direct), and made the logical leap that this will be a big day for Silksong news.Read the full article on nintendolife.com

A U.S. federal safety regulator has upgraded its investigation into Fords hands-free advanced driver assistance system known as BlueCruise a required step before a recall can be issued.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations Office of Defects Investigation launched a probe into Ford BlueCruise last April after the agency confirmed the system was active in Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles involved intwo fatal crashes. In both instances, the Mustang Mach E cars hit stationary vehicles. NHTSA issued a notice this week that it has upgraded the investigation to an engineering analysis. This means the agency will dig deeper into BlueCruise and its potential limitations, which includes vehicle evaluations, reviewing additional technical information, and performing additional analysis of related crashes and non-crash reports.An estimated 129,222 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles are equipped with BlueCruise, according to the regulator. Ford did not respond to a request for comment. (TechCrunch will update the article if that changes.)The agency said its initial investigation found BlueCruise has limitations in the detection of stationary vehicles in certain conditions. Those limitations include the potential to falsely detect stationary objects at long distances when the Ford vehicle is traveling at or above 62 miles per hour.Additionally, system performance may be limited when there is poor visibility due to insufficient illumination, NHTSA said.Ford debuted BlueCruise in 2021 on the 2021 F-150 pickup truck and certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E models. The hands-free feature uses cameras, radar sensors, and software to provide a combination of adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and speed-sign recognition. BlueCruise and competitor GMs Super Cruise systems are both hands-free, although an in-cabin camera monitors drivers to ensure their eyes are on the road.These systems are considered competitors to Tesla Autopilot, which still requires the drivers hands to remain on the wheel. Autopilot and the upgraded Tesla Full Self-Driving software are still considered less constrained than Ford BlueCruise, which only works on certain pre-mapped highways. Last October, NHTSA also opened an investigation into Teslas so-called Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software after four reported crashes in low-visibility situations including one where a pedestrian was killed. That investigation is ongoing.

Silo 2Season 2 of Silo on Apple TV+ is set to deepen the intrigue of the underground dystopian world that captivated audiences in its first run. Based on Hugh Howeys based Silotrilogy of novels (Wool,Shift, andDust).Silo has become a flagship show for Apple+, combining compelling visual storytelling with stunning visual effects. The first season introduced audiences to the titular Siloa massive, self-contained underground community where humanity survives after an apocalyptic event. With secrets layered at every level of the structure, the series is as much about the physical environment as it is about the psychological impact of isolation and control.The cinematography in Silo is a critical element in establishing its unique tone. By leveraging tight, claustrophobic framing and dim, moody lighting, the series underscores the oppressive environment of the Silo while reflecting the characters psychological confinement. Alternately, moments of expansive compositions and dynamic camera movement are used to highlight rare glimpses of freedom or rebellion, creating a visual rhythm that mirrors the emotional beats of the story. This meticulous approach elevates the storytelling, ensuring every shot contributes to the immersive and unsettling atmosphere. In this weeks fxpodcast we breakdown the series with one of the shows principle Directors of Photography, Ed Moore, BSC. As with most tentpole high budget series, a set of crews alturnate per episode, Ed Moore and Director Amber Templemore worked on multiple episodes especially in the later half of season 2. In Silo 2, the production design and visual effects work hand-in-hand to create a tangible, oppressive environment. The shows commitment to realism is apparent in every frame, with CG work often invisible but essential to the storys immersive quality. The lead visual effects were by ILM, as Ed Moore discusses in the podcast, while the set was vast, ILM had the task of working closely with the DOPs to extend the set and integrate the visuals. Season 2 promises to expanded the visual and narrative elements of the show, delving deeper into the mysteries of the Silos origins and the larger world outside. The challenge for the creative teams was to balance the shows grounded aesthetic with the need to broaden the visual scope of the show, showing more of the post-apocalyptic landscape beyond the Silos walls.From a technical perspective, Silo stands out for its restrained yet precise use of visual effects combined with dark and complex visual plate photography. An example is the opening shot of Season 2s 5th episode. As Ed Moore discusses in the fxpodcast, the shot was a remarkable combination of a very cleverly designed and executed live action camera move with ILM providing extensive set extension. Ed posted the following clip on Instagram showing the behind the scenes camera department engineering and execution.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ed Moore BSC (@edmooredop)Ed Moore has provided a set of his own personal black and white photography behind the scenes of season 2. Below is a featurette showing the complex filming sets and extensive production design.