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 the whimsical world of computing, Apple’s Mac holds a treasure trove of history that stealthily lingers in its fonts and features. Despite constant redesigns, remnants of past innovations linger like quirky ghosts, offering a nostalgic nod to the evolution of technology. Aren’t you curious about what Apple hides these days?
Dive into the whimsical yet alarming world of constitutional hypocrisy as the modern Republican Party flexes its selective interpretation of rights. While they rail against Biden’s student debt plan, they conveniently overlook due process violations. It’s a wild dance of principles at play!
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In a quirky twist of fate, Steve Jobs initially felt embarrassed about his speech for Stanford’s 2005 commencement. However, it turned out to be a cultural touchstone, celebrating failure and resilience. Years later, his legacy lives on through a special exhibit unveiling the behind-the-scenes of this unforgettable address.
In a whirlwind of drama, Elon Musk finds himself reflecting on a fiery spat with Donald Trump, sparked by a bombshell tweet linking Trump to the Epstein files. As their bromance crumbles, Musk’s public apology hints at a quirky mix of regret and chaos in the world of billionaire friendships.
In a whimsical twist at WWDC25, macOS Tahoe dares to flip the Finder icon on its head, leaving some nostalgic Apple fans feeling a bit grumpy. With decades of design history at play, could this quirky change be the start of a new era or simply a baffling blip?
In a whirlwind of political drama, Trump and his infamous ICE policies are now facing deserved backlash. With martial law lurking as a possibility, the former president’s anti-migrant actions have turned the agency into an almost comical villain; protests are surging as the public reacts fervently.
In a whirlwind of AI-induced chaos, teachers find themselves navigating the wild waters of hybrid essays and confused students. Responses flood in as they grapple with a classroom revolution that has left many saying, ‘We’re really not okay!’
In a video that feels more like a surreal performance art piece than political commentary, Senator Joni Ernst takes viewers on an unsettling journey through her bizarre remarks, including a peculiar call to embrace death. Buckle up—Iowa, it’s a wild ride!
In a twist of fate, Nintendo’s Switch 2 is leading us down a rabbit hole where game cartridges might just be glorified keys to digital realms. With red carts replacing gray ones, are we waving goodbye to physical games? Buckle up, gamers—it’s a quirky ride into the digital future!
As veteran developer Brent Simmons hangs up his coding hat for good, he reflects on his journey in corporate app development and expresses gratitude to his team. With newfound free time, he plans to dive into open-source projects, waving a fond farewell from the iOS app arena. Cheers to retirement!
In a surprising twist, Elon Musk, often viewed as a puppet master, is actually a contentious figure in the Trump administration. With tempers flaring and public ridicule, Musk’s antics have become a source of frustration in Washington, revealing the tumultuous nature of his influence in politics.
Dive into a delightful trip down memory lane with a supercut of Norm’s iconic bar entrances from Cheers. This site not only celebrates these classic moments but also has a sprinkle of love for tech support and community backing. Join the fun!
In a filmic twist as grand as Odysseus’ adventures, Christopher Nolan’s upcoming flick, The Odyssey, will be the first movie captured entirely on Imax film cameras. Say goodbye to the clunky, noisy old versions; these new babies are lighter, quieter, and ready to revolutionize cinematic storytelling!
In a true tale of interstellar perseverance, NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft, which has been floating through space for nearly half a century, has surprised everyone by reviving its supposedly ‘dead’ thrusters from a staggering 15 billion miles away. Talk about a cosmic comeback!
In a whimsical journey through font nostalgia, Dr. Drang reminisces about the quirky evolution of type on old Macs, spotlighting everything from the curious single-story ‘a’ in Geneva to the charmingly odd descender of lowercase ‘y’. It’s a delightful trip down memory lane for type enthusiasts!
Delve into the whimsical world of Macintosh’s early quirks with the single-story ‘a’ in Geneva. From nostalgic tweets to the rediscovery of the original 128k manual and classic emulators, this piece is a charming exploration of typography’s role in Apple’s history.
In a twist of the tech tale, Flock is expanding its surveillance repertoire. Their new people lookup tool, built on the back of license plate readers, raises ethical eyebrows as it links vehicles to identities, all while straying into the wild world of data breaches. Let the moral debate begin!
In a world where the lines between law enforcement and political allegiance blur, Mehdi Hasan suggests that ICE has transformed into a private militia for Trump. With grim tales of violence, wrenching deportations, and silence from the opposition, it’s time to ask: when will accountability catch up?
In a delightful yet perplexing turn of events, Coca-Cola’s latest ad campaign aimed to celebrate literary giants, only to trip over its own shoelaces by getting key facts about the authors wrong. It’s a classic case of AI fumbling the trivia while trying to charm us with nostalgia!
