All articles tagged with #achievement
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s No. 1 golfer, expressed deep reflections on the fleeting nature of success and fulfillment in golf, questioning the true point of winning despite his impressive achievements, including multiple major titles. He highlighted the transient joy of victories and the ongoing pursuit of excellence in a sport that offers little lasting fulfillment beyond the momentary triumphs.
Elijah Hogan, a 19-year-old high school senior from New Orleans, graduated as valedictorian with a 3.93 GPA despite experiencing homelessness. After his grandmother's house was sold, Hogan chose to live independently and stayed at Covenant House, a shelter for youth. With support from the shelter and his school, Hogan overcame significant challenges and plans to attend Xavier University on a scholarship to study graphic design.
Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old seventh-grader, won the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee in a 90-second spell-off, spelling 21 words correctly to secure his victory. Bruhat's journey to the championship began at age 7, and he practiced rigorously, including daily spell-off drills with his father. This win marks a significant achievement after previous lower placements in the competition.
Helldivers 2 players successfully eradicate 2 billion bugs in just over 12 hours, surprising themselves and others with their efficiency. Some players express surprise at the speed of completion, while others question the accuracy of the bug-killing counter. Despite doubts, the achievement showcases the dedication and willpower of the gaming community in their quest to spread democracy in the game.
Ariana Grande celebrated her grandmother, Nonna, for becoming the senior-most artist to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 chart by sharing a photo of her holding a commemorative plaque. Nonna's featured on Grande's song "ordinary things" from her album "eternal sunshine," where she shares wisdom on love and relationships. The previous record holder was the late Fred Stobaugh.
A Baldur’s Gate 3 player feels guilty for taking what they consider the easy way out to finish their Honor Mode run by opting for a quick solution to get the Foehammer achievement, despite some teeth-clenching involved. The player succeeded by hitting a critical success on a DC 25 Persuade check with low charisma, leading to mixed feelings about the win. While some players offer understanding and support, there's debate over whether sacrificing a character's life for an accessory aligns with the honor the game mode suggests.
World of Warcraft players are criticizing the new 'Support Your Local Artisans' Achievement, which requires spending 70,000 gold in-game for just 10 Achievement points. Some players argue that this essentially amounts to buying an achievement rather than earning it through regular play, while others speculate that the high cost may be a measure to manage inflation. The Love is in the Air event, which introduced this Achievement, runs until February 19.
"How to Dance in Ohio," a new Broadway musical, celebrates autistic achievement by depicting a group of autistic individuals as they prepare for a social event. The musical turns the challenge of autism into an opportunity, using words and music to provide access into the inner worlds of the characters. The show emphasizes the characters' capacity for independence, connection, and accomplishment, and features a cast of actors who publicly identify as autistic themselves. Directed with sensitivity, "How to Dance in Ohio" is a modest production that has made its own space on Broadway and proved that it belongs.
Peter Park, a 17-year-old, has become one of the youngest individuals to pass the State Bar of California exam. While the State Bar could not confirm if he is the youngest, they praised his achievement. Park began high school at 13 and simultaneously pursued a four-year juris doctor program at Northwestern California University School of Law. He graduated high school in 2021 and recently became an attorney after being sworn in by the District Attorney's office.
Baldur's Gate 3 players may soon have a new difficulty mode to tackle, as an unobtainable achievement called "Foehammer" hints at an even harder challenge than the current Tactician mode. The achievement requires completing the game in Honour Mode, which is not currently available. Honour Mode is expected to be a beefed-up version of Tactician, featuring permadeath and limited save files. Despite the lack of Honour Mode, Baldur's Gate 3 has been a huge success for Larian Studios, surpassing expectations since its exit from Early Access.
A rare achievement in Assassin's Creed Mirage, called Eagle's Will, which requires players to survive for ten minutes in open conflict, is actually easy to unlock by sitting on a wall near a snake for the duration. This method has been successful for many players and eliminates the need for intense combat skills.
A Reddit user has managed to beat The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom without visiting the surface of Hyrule, relying on Zonai Devices and fairies to navigate the Sky Islands and progress through the game. They were able to reach the conclusion of the game without unlocking any surface maps, visiting two of the four main temples located in the sky. While it is necessary to go down to the depths below the surface to beat the game, the player was able to do so without touching the surface. The achievement is commendable, considering the challenges faced without accessing the paraglider and the development team's quick construction of the depths.
California's head of public instruction, Tony Thurmond, congratulated 33 schools chosen as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools. This prestigious award recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools that excel in closing achievement and opportunity gaps, while ensuring high learning standards for their students.
In Genshin Impact 4.0, players can unlock the Vivianne of the Lake achievement by defeating the Hydro Phantasm boss. The boss is located north of Court of Fontaine and has deadly attacks, requiring a powerful team to counter. Strategies include using shielders like Zhongli, dodging attacks, and using characters with countering elements such as Pyro and Dendro. Defeating Vivianne of the Lake rewards players with Primogems, Hero's Wit, Mora, and Hydro Sigils.
A dedicated Animal Crossing: New Horizons fan named May has completed a 16-month quest to see all 43 pieces of artwork featured in the game in real life. May traveled to 29 museums and exhibit locations across 17 cities in 10 different countries, documenting his journey on TikTok and Twitch. May expressed gratitude for the support and friendships he gained through this endeavor and plans to potentially pursue a similar quest with the game's Gulliver items.