Tag: year in review
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Outstanding Philippine Athletes: Top Male & Female Stars of Last Year
Introduction: A Year of Remarkable Philippine Athletic Talent Every year, the Philippines showcases a surge of athletic talent across a spectrum of sports. Distilling last year’s standout performances into a concise list is challenging because there were so many worthy contenders. Rather than naming a single champion, we’ll walk through a process of elimination to…
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How to Grieve a Year That Didn’t Go Your Way and Move On
Approach Grief with Permission, Not Pressure December is a natural milestone for reflection, but when a year falls short, the impulse is to rush to a brighter forecast. Allow yourself to feel the letdown. Grieving a year that didn’t go your way means acknowledging disappointment without letting it define you. It’s not about dwelling in…
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How to Grieve a Year That Didn’t Go Your Way and Heal
Acknowledging the Year You Lost Grief isn’t only about loss of a person. It can be the quiet mourning of a year that slipped through your fingers. The December ritual of rewriting goals is a powerful cue: you’re not aiming for perfection, you’re acknowledging human limits. Start by naming what didn’t go as planned: missed…
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Top 25 Sports Stories of 2025, Ranked
Introduction: A Year of Unforgettable Sports Moments From record-breaking performances to dramatic upsets and groundbreaking milestones, 2025 delivered a roller-coaster ride for sports fans. Below is a ranked look at the 25 most impactful stories that defined the year, spanning football, basketball, tennis, athletics, and more. Each entry reflects the season’s biggest headlines, performances, and…
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Top 50 games of 2025: Eurogamer readers’ picks reveal heartfelt highlights
Introduction: A year in games through the eyes of Eurogamer readers 2025 was a whirlwind for gamers, packed with bold releases, surprising indies, and the kind of moments that stick with you long after the credits roll. Each year, Eurogamer asks its readers to share their Top 50 games of the year, and the results…
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Eurogamer Readers’ Top 50 Games of 2025: It Made Me Cry Three Times
Introduction: A year of game-changing moments 2025 delivered a year of bold storytelling, technical breakthroughs, and unforgettable moments that stayed with players long after the credits rolled. Eurogamer readers took to the polls to crown their favorite titles, revealing a diverse slate that reflected a year of experimentation, resilience, and shared experiences. One reader’s comment…
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The RPS Selection Box: Edwin’s Bonus Games of the Year
Introduction: A year-end look at Edwin’s bonus picks As the year winds down and publishers rush to publish their final lists, Rock Paper Shotgun’s annual RPS Selection Box shines a spotlight on the smaller, shinier corners of the gaming calendar. This isn’t a grand “best games” roundup; it’s Edwin’s curated set of bonus games—unexpected discoveries…
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The RPS Selection Box: Edwin’s Bonus Games of the Year
Introduction: A year of games, distilled The RPS Selection Box is more than a bundle of titles; it’s a curated snapshot of a year in gaming. In this piece, we dive into Edwin’s bonus picks—the hidden gems and unconventional choices that complemented the big-name releases and often sparked the most lively conversations. If you’re catching…
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Aotearoa 2025: A Quirky Kiwi Year of Pride
Looking Back at a Quirky 2025 in Aotearoa As 2025 winds down, New Zealanders and visitors alike find themselves replaying the year’s small, bright moments—the kind that stuck in the memory and made life in Aotearoa feel wonderfully human. From community initiatives that rallied in moments of need to cultural quirks that only kiwis understand,…
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The RPS Selection Box: James’s Bonus Games of the Year 2025
Introduction: A Year-End Ritual With a Teasing Twist Rock Paper Shotgun’s Selection Box isn’t merely a list of games the site enjoyed. It’s a carefully curated tradition, a year-end ritual where staff members’ personal picks collide with the wider voting process. In 2025, James—one of the site’s long-standing voices—brings a set of “bonus games” that…