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.
Travel back in time to 2001 when Mac OS X was unveiled, promising a delightful user experience. Steve Jobs heralded it as the future, while the quirky Aqua interface made waves—and stirred some interface puns. Enjoy screenshots that evoke nostalgia while we ponder the early quirks of this groundbreaking OS!
If cluttered menus make your macOS Tahoe experience feel like a chaotic flea market, worry not! With a cheeky Terminal command, you can bid adieu to unwanted menu icons. Embrace the tranquility of a cleaner UI and let your inner minimalist shine through—thanks, Steve!
In a world where many have forgotten the dangers of diseases like measles, some grandparents like Therese Vogel are stepping up to share their chilling family stories as a vaccine advocacy plea. It’s a retro horror story reminding us to stay vigilant against preventable diseases!
Dive into the whimsical world of HyperCard with dreamwieber’s delightful video that’s a treasure trove of nostalgia and innovation. This digital relic of yesteryears changed the game, stirring up both geeky and quirky thoughts on how it reshaped technology as we know it.
In a cosmic twist worthy of a sci-fi novel, NASA’s fleet has unearthed the violent ballet of two neutron stars crashing in a tiny galaxy. This unprecedented event not only surprises astronomers but also promises to illuminate some of the universe’s greatest mysteries. Buckle up for cosmic revelations!
Dive into the whimsical world of HyperCard, where Brian Eno’s Oblique Strategies find their digital playground. This exploration uncovers a treasure trove of quirky HyperCard resources: puzzles, presentations, and a sprinkle of nostalgia—all looming in the shadow of the web’s yesteryears. Who knew old tech could be so charming?
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.
