Jared Burton

Recent transplant to DC metro area, originally from the purple mountain majesty of Colorado. Jared chases stories, leads, lore, jokes, anecdotes, and legends—and would love nothing more than to discuss that book, movie, or game you just consumed and loved.

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ICYMI: Watch Henry Cavill Build a Gaming PC

Henry Cavill, self-proclaimed game enthusiast, built a computer for gaming and posted it to Instagram.

Gaming Checkpoint: Vintage 'Super Mario Bros.' Sells for $114,000

An unopened copy of the original “Super Mario Bros.” was sold at a Dallas auction for $114,000.

Maryland Parent-Teacher Association and Teachers' Unions Call for Online Learning This Fall

Maryland's PTA and largest teachers' unions advocate for online learning through at least January.

Newly-Rediscovered Civil War Map Reveals Thousands of Graves at Antietam

The discovery of a historical battle map recontextualizes "the bloodiest day in American history."

Heinz Releases Ice Cream in Ketchup and Mayo Flavors—and More

Repulsive? Probably. Heinz launches Heinz Creamz—ice cream flavors based on their sauces and other products.

Gaming Checkpoint: Will Next-Gen Games Cost $70 Each?

Newest video games might all see a price hike of $10—making it $70 for major releases. Last week, 2K Sports announced that it would raise the price of NBA 2K21 by $10 for next-generation video game consoles.

Viral Video of Baby Getting Tossed Into a Pool Explained by Mom and Instructor

Don't toss the baby out with the pool water! Or maybe do? A video goes viral of "infant survival training."

FIFA World Cup in DC a Possibility in 2026

Washington, D.C., has officially announced its bid to host the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

Microsoft Shuts Down Live-Streaming Service 'Mixer'

Once championed as a competitor for Twitch and YouTube, Microsoft's Mixer to shut down. Interactive live-streaming is a colossal part of the modern entertainment landscape.

Silver Line Metro and 6 Stations Scheduled to Reopen August 16

Metro announced this week that the Silver Line would resume operation on August 16.

Over a Thousand PC Games Available on Itch.io for Only $5!

A small PC game storefront for independent and experimental games, Itch.io, has mustered one of the biggest fundraisers in support of racial equality. The sale ends on Monday, June 15.

What's the Most Charming Small Town in Each State?

Though vacation plans might be disrupted, these places keep on humming with small-town charm.

The First American Woman to Walk in Space Is Now First Woman to Dive to the Deepest Point on Earth

Former NASA space shuttle astronaut Dr. Kathy Sullivan reaches another extreme—7 miles deep in the ocean.

Virginia Zoo Wants Your Help Naming Its Baby Giraffe

The Virginia Zoo welcomed a Masai giraffe calf on May 26 and is looking for name submissions.

DC to Lift Stay-at-Home Order on Friday

Phase One of reopening is set for Friday, May 29, in Washington, D.C.

Gov. Hogan Announces COVID-19 Self-Testing Sites at Maryland Walmart Stores

Governor Larry Hogan announced on May 22 the opening of three additional COVID-19 test sites at Walmart stores in Maryland.

Gaming Checkpoint: Amazon Wants to Break Into the Industry With 'Crucible'

After delays, Amazon Game Studios has released their free-to-play, multiplayer shooting title, "Crucible." The game is free-to-play and available on Steam for Windows 10.

Ken Osmond, Who Played Eddie Haskell on 'Leave It to Beaver,' Dead at 76

Ken Osmond, actor of the troublemaker Eddie Haskell from "Leave It to Beaver," has passed away at 76 years old.

Gaming Checkpoint: PlayStation 5 Graphics Astound in 'Unreal' Tech Demo

Fortnite developer Epic Games debuts Unreal Engine 5 in a tech demo for the PlayStation 5.

Gaming Checkpoint: Game Devs Crack Down on Surge of Cheating

Call of Duty: Warzone, PUBG, Destiny 2, and even Valorant have announced new initiatives to combat cheating in their popular online competitive games.

Baltimore County Offers Free Wi-Fi in Library Parking Lots

Ten public libraries in Baltimore County make wi-fi freely accessible in their parking lots.

Virginia Drive-In Theater Re-Opens on May 1

The Family Drive-In Theater in Stephens City, Virginia, will reopen for its 64th season under social distancing guidelines.

Stimulus Money Is Being Sent to Dead People

Reports on social media claim stimulus money is being sent to the deceased.

Gaming Checkpoint: 4 Great Games for Your Phone

You don't need a fancy computer or console to play good games—if you know where to look, you can play some riveting stuff on your phone or tablet.

Black Americans Especially at Risk for Coronavirus, Early Data Suggests

Are black Americans more at risk for the virus? Early hospital data suggests a disproportionately high rate of infection.

Join an Interfaith 'Good Friday' Fast on Social Media—for Pandemic Relief

Good Friday, a traditional day of fasting for Catholics, sees new purpose in pandemic solidarity.

Tiger at Bronx Zoo Tests Positive for Coronavirus

A four-year-old Malayan tiger at the Bronx Zoo has tested positive for COVID-19.

Gaming Checkpoint: How to Get Into Gaming

Whether or not you've been an avid video-gamer in the past, now is a great time to explore the hobby.

Limited Time Offer: $1,071 Worth of Games and E-Books for $30 in the Humble 'Conquer COVID-19' Bundle

Hurry! The Humble Bundle store has put out one of their most amazing deals yet, and proceeds go to fighting the pandemic.

Gaming Checkpoint: Digital Board Games to Keep Up 'Board Game Night'

It might be a time of social distance, but you can still play board games with friends.

New 'Prime Video Cinema' Lets You Watch In-Theater Movies From Home

Amazon's new "Prime Video Cinema" lets you rent and purchase in-theater movies from home.

DC to Close Non-Essential Businesses

In a press conference Tuesday, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser instructed non-essential business to close.

How to Tell the Difference: Cold vs. Flu vs. Coronavirus Symptoms

The common cold, the flu, and coronavirus all have overlapping symptoms. How do you tell them apart?

Gaming Checkpoint: 'March Madness' for Games Releases

Big-budget and hyped-up games release before the end of March.

Coronavirus Killed Off Surfaces With These Household Cleaners, EPA Affirms

The Environmental Protection Agency released a list of products registered to disinfect COVID-19.

Company Seeks Someone to Watch 15 Hours of 'The Office' for $1,000

USDish is seeking one super-fan to watch 15 hours of "The Office" in nine days.

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