A feed of articles and links that I have starred in my RSS feed. Stuff that is interesting but might not be worthy of a full post or note.
In a peculiar twist of the political tale, several Trump officials convened at a summit festooned with election denialists. Their mission? To convince the president to orchestrate a national emergency for the midterms, all while trailing a fog of conspiracy and contested ballots.
In a curious twist of logic, the FTC recognizes that age verification laws collect data from children and violate COPPA, yet chooses to ignore this blatant conflict. We now find ourselves in a world where protecting kids online means… just looking the other way. Brilliant, right?
Explore the revolutionary journey of Apple’s HyperCard, a software wonder that’s like an erector set for the digital world! From Vannevar Bush’s visionary Memex to the creative spark of Bill Atkinson, this video shines a light on a tool that changed how we interact with information, minus the soldering iron.
The prospect of SpaceX going public has stirred excitement, but not for the usual reasons. While it might symbolize a new era for Silicon Valley, it also raises eyebrows, as Elon Musk has historically been skeptical of public companies. So, can dreams of Mars survive the scrutiny of the stock market?
A delightful upgrade in the NHL’s broadcasting technology! With Cosm’s 10.5K cameras gracing all 32 arenas, fans can now enjoy ultra-high-resolution views of the ice, capturing every thrilling moment in crystal clarity. Instant replays just got an upgrade, and so did our love for the game!
In a curious twist of confectionery fate, major candy brands are trading real chocolate for something dubbed ‘chocolatey candy’—a blend of cocoa powder and cheap vegetable fats. It’s like your beloved chocolate bar suddenly decided to wear a disguise and call itself something else!
In a twist that could make Willy Wonka weep, many beloved candy brands are abandoning real chocolate in favor of a cheaper, ‘chocolatey’ coating made of questionable vegetable fats. The shift in labeling is as subtle as it is sneaky, leaving consumers wondering what’s really in their favorite sweets.
In a world grappling with complex realities, a memorial for Alex Pretti juxtaposes the gleeful patriotism sparked by Olympic triumphs. Amid fist pumps and dreams of youth, we confront the bittersweet nature of remembrance and the fragile joy in our shared identity. Happy Monday indeed!
Leaked Email Suggests Ring Plans to Expand ‘Search Party’ Surveillance Beyond Dogs
Memorizing the dictionary doesn’t make you a great writer
There’s Not Enough Money in the World for Trump’s Golden Dome
ICE Is A Paramilitary Force, And Those Don’t End Well
In a whimsical dance of ones and zeros, Meta has sidestepped the traditional ways of targeting ads, replacing manual efforts with the prowess of AI. With Andromeda and GEM at the helm, this article unveils a new chapter in ad delivery where algorithms now call the shots, and the art of advertising has taken an intriguing twist.
Did you know there’s a hidden gem in macOS Finder that lets you auto-resize columns? Thanks to a clever tip from a user named DifferentDan, you can make your columns fit their content perfectly—even if you’re not on the latest version! Just a little Terminal magic can go a long way.
Have you noticed how ad-averse we’ve become? It turns out, streaming is morphing under our noses! While we may think of CTV as the future, it’s actually embracing ads more than ever—not contrary to our habits, but thanks to them. Subscription fatigue is paving the way for ad-supported viewing!
Hands-on with two Apple Network Server prototype ROMs
In a twist of irony, Elon Musk’s feud with Ryanair’s CEO, Michael O’Leary, is backfiring spectacularly. Instead of damaging the airline’s reputation, it’s boosting their bookings, thanks to O’Leary’s sharp wit and Musk’s penchant for drama. Publicity can be a strange ally!
England’s countryside is hiding a clandestine crisis: hundreds of illegal waste dumps, including mega ‘super sites’ overflowing with rubbish. As organized crime profits from this rubbish racket, nature quietly suffers. Who knew the serene fields concealed such chaotic scenes?
In a surreal twist of governmental authority, ICE has effectively been given the green light to invade our homes sans warrants. The Fourth Amendment takes a backseat as administrative warrants allow officers to create their own permissions—perfectly legal yet undeniably bizarre. Welcome to the new normal!
As NASA’s Artemis II mission gears up, the Orion spacecraft and SLS rocket roll their way at a leisurely pace to Launch Pad 39B. With astronauts ready for a lunar adventure, the slow crawl is a reminder that great journeys often start with patient preparations, one tiny inch at a time.
