New Furniture Category: Modular Armchair-Based Workstations / Gaming Stations

This looks like a simple, slightly odd armchair. But the amount of innovation it represents is actually staggering.In 2020 Sawyer and Andrew Bates, two brothers from Canada with no background in furniture design, cobbled together a plywood workstation designed to mate with Ikea's … | Continue reading


@core77.com | 12 minutes ago

The PS5 DualSense Controller Is Hardly On Sale, But It’s Available Today At An All-Time Low Price

The official controller from Sony is at a record low price. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 14 minutes ago

Grace Against Gravity and the Physics of Vulnerability: How Birds Fly and Why They Flock in a V Formation

“What we see from the air is so simple and beautiful,” Georgia O’Keeffe wrote after her first airplane flight, “I cannot help feeling that it would do something wonderful for the human race — rid it of much smallness and pettiness if more people flew.” I am writing this aboard an … | Continue reading


@themarginalian.org | 19 minutes ago

Higround’s Premium Gaming Keyboards Are 40% Off in Doorbuster Black Friday Deals

Black Friday isn't just a single day to save at Higround, it's weeks of huge discounts on premium peripherals and accessories. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 19 minutes ago

For Just $20, This Blink Mini 2 Camera Will Keep an Eye on Your Home (And Your Pets)

It offers a 50% reduction from its original price. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 21 minutes ago

Game design and strategy (Bongo part 3)

What’s it for? Making something fun is a good place to start if you’re building a casual word game like Bongo. But it’s not enough. Lots of things are fun, for a while, but that doesn’t meant that they’re worth the investment of time and money it takes to build them. From the use … | Continue reading


@seths.blog | 21 minutes ago

Excerpts from The Believer: An Interview with Filmmaker and Musician Boots Riley

“I am trying to repel audiences and pull them in at the same time, so they gain a different kind of awareness of what they’re watching.” - - - Boots Riley’s art was inspired by his early experiences connecting with people as a labor organizer and party promoter. He doesn’t like t … | Continue reading


@mcsweeneys.net | 22 minutes ago

7 Surprising Stories About Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we've got seven little-known stories to tell at the dinner table this year. Learn why dry turkey is on the menu instead of cow tongue or raccoon, and meet the woman who spent 15 years trying to make Thanksgiving an official holiday. Con … | Continue reading


@atlasobscura.com | 24 minutes ago

Apple’s first smart display needs to make the smart home just work

Some Apple Home users have shoehorned iPads into wall-mounted home controllers. However, reports indicate Apple is developing a dedicated home control device. | Photo By Carlos Avila Gonzalez / The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images The smart home has an interface problem. … | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 24 minutes ago

Santa's House in Uummannaq, Greenland

Every Arctic country likes to claim Santa Claus for their own. Canadian children write domestic letters to Santa with the specially allocated Canadian zip code H0H 0H0, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in 2013 "Everyone knows that Santa Claus is Canadian." Finnish children … | Continue reading


@atlasobscura.com | 24 minutes ago

The mystery at the heart of consciousness

Consciousness is everything we know, everything we experience. The mystery at the heart of consciousness lies in why our universe – despite teeming with non-conscious matter – is configured in a way where it’s having a felt experience from the inside. Modern neuroscience suggests … | Continue reading


@bigthink.com | 24 minutes ago

🔗 Tailwind CSS v4.0 Beta

About programming, AI and devops | Continue reading


@yellowduck.be | 24 minutes ago

Major insurance company debuts revolutionary new tool to help customers make strategic decisions: 'A really vital initiative'

"As climate-related challenges grow, businesses and communities need to adapt quickly." Major insurance company debuts revolutionary new tool to help customers make strategic decisions: 'A really vital initiative' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 24 minutes ago

The End of the German Miracle

Howard Davies at Literary Review: Kaput is about the problems facing Germany rather than the successes of the UK. Münchau (the clue is in the umlaut) is very pessimistic about his native land. It can do little right, in his view. In the German version of Winnie-the-Pooh, Pu der B … | Continue reading


@3quarksdaily.com | 29 minutes ago

Preventief politie in je chat?

Gisteren pleitte de minister van Justitie & Veiligheid voor nieuwe bevoegdheden voor de politie om preventief mee te mogen kijken in besloten chatgroepen: Uit de Volkskrant De minister legitimeert dit met deze motie van de Tweede Kamer, die echter iets anders zegt. En de details … | Continue reading


@berthub.eu | 30 minutes ago

Forget AirPods, Beats Studio Buds With 2 Years of AppleCare+ Now Just $99 for Black Friday

Save 44% on a pair of Beats Studio Pro on Amazon and get two years of hardware coverage. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 32 minutes ago

November 22, 2024

Out before dawn with the first snow of the year landing cold kisses on my face. The ground glows pale in the darkness. When I get up to take a walk an hour later, my lap and coat shed their new layer of fur. | Continue reading


@morningporch.com | 33 minutes ago

Concerning Study Reveals That Aspirin and Other Popular Drugs Could Increase Your Risk of Dementia

Long-term use of cardiovascular drugs may reduce dementia risk in older adults by up to 25%, while antiplatelet drugs could increase it. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and investigate related lifestyle factors. A new study from Karolinska Institutet, publish … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 33 minutes ago

Trek gears easy heft city ebike to apartment dwellers with wanderlust

Trek is looking to help riders get around in premium style with a tasty commuter in low- and high-step variants. The FX+ 7 city ebike is reported "light enough to carry up stairs, powerful enough to fly up climbs, and equipped to carry whatever riders need." Continue Reading Cate … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 34 minutes ago

Before & After: A “Cheap” Gray Kitchen Gets the Most Vibrant, Whimsical Makeover (for Under $1,200!)

Pink and purple and blue, oh my! READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 39 minutes ago

Denmark to plant one billion trees, Minnesota’s largest coal plant switches to solar, ending corporal punishment

In today's edition of Squirrel News, we're wrapping up the week talking about Denmark's plan to plant one billion trees and dedicate 10% of its farmland to reforestation, Minnesota's largest coal plant making the switch to solar energy, and a pledge from eight countries to outlaw … | Continue reading


@squirrel-news.net | 41 minutes ago

The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Are 56% Off, as Samsung Clears Its Stock on Day 1 of Black Friday

For just $114, you can buy the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro which have been awarded Gizmodo Editor's Choice. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 42 minutes ago

∞ The Dalrymple Report: Most popular podcasts, Apple One, and iPhones thieves

Apple has released its list of the most popular podcasts of 2024Dave and I go over the highlights from the different categories. Apple One is a bundle of Apple serives that you pay for monthly. Dave thinks that Apple is missing one service that they, and consumers, could benefit … | Continue reading


@loopinsight.com | 42 minutes ago

Teslas Are Involved in More Fatal Accidents Than Any Other Brand, Study Finds

The study cites data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 44 minutes ago

The Proposed Climate Finance Goal from COP29 Is Outrageously Low

Current conditions: A heat wave is baking southeast Australia, bringing temperatures that are 20 degrees Fahrenheit higher than the seasonal average • There have been 363 brush fires in New York City in November alone • It is 65 degrees and sunny in Baku for the last official day … | Continue reading


@heatmap.news | 47 minutes ago

Apple Has Cut Its Margin on The Mac Mini M4, Now Priced at a Record Low For Black Friday

It’s hard to believe that the great Mac Mini M4 is already being offered at a 20% discount. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 48 minutes ago

Google’s 4K Chromecast Streaming Device Sees First Major Price Drop This Black Friday

The Chromecast with Google TV is currently down to $39.99 at Amazon for Black Friday. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 49 minutes ago

Kobo is having a Black Friday Sale on some of their e-Readers

Rakuten Kobo has just unveiled their Black Friday sales promotion on their website. They have deeply discounted the Kobo Libra Colour, which came out earlier this year. This model is $20 off, the Kobo Sage is $30 off, and the Kobo Elipsa 2e is a staggering $50 off for US customer … | Continue reading


@goodereader.com | 52 minutes ago

Friday Poem

The Shoelace ………. —excerpt a woman, a tire that’s flat, a disease, a desire: fears in front of you, fears that hold so still you can study them like pieces on a chessboard… it’s not the large things that send a man to the madhouse. death he’s ready for, or murder, incest, robbery … | Continue reading


@3quarksdaily.com | 54 minutes ago

Video: The Cryptocurrency Industry's Unprecedented Election Spending

Let's talk about where the money came from, where it went, the cryptocurrency industry's political goals, and what’s next. | Continue reading


@citationneeded.news | 54 minutes ago

BAYOUS: The reasons go on and on and on!

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024 The problem is frequently Us: Even if only apocryphally, Diogenes wandered through classical Athens, looking for one honest man (sic). We Blues have been in a similar pickle in the wake of the recent election. Why in the world would anyone have voted for … | Continue reading


@dailyhowler.blogspot.com | 1 hour ago

The PS5 Slim Is at a Record Low Price on Amazon, Black Friday Is Absolutely Amazing

We have never seen such a low price for the PS5 Slim since its release. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

New Comic book: La BD de l'Avent, Le Lombard publishing.

A very original book A few months ago I wrote a short comic, a four-page one-shot, not about Pepper&Carrot, but about Christmas for Le Lombard publishing. It was a great opportunity for me to work with a new team and set new standards. It was also a privilege to work for this pub … | Continue reading


@davidrevoy.com | 1 hour ago

The Weird Look Of Modern Bike Helmets Are Nothing Compared To Their Pith And Leather Forebears

The history of bike helmet design is a long, sordid affair that starts with pith, leather, and a whole lot of injuries. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 1 hour ago

Incorporating Reading into Company Incentive Programs is a Sustainable Workplace Trend

Since the Big Quit in 2020, employers have been searching for innovative and sustainable ways to attract potential candidates to fill significant gaps in their workforce. Rather than simply increasing salaries, many companies are offering benefits and Employee Recognition Program … | Continue reading


@goodereader.com | 1 hour ago

Amazon Cuts Price of ASUS Strix G16 Gaming Laptop to a Record Low, Now a Top 10 Black Friday Bestseller

For roughly $1,000, this is the ultimate gaming laptop you can own. | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

1 more week for the pandemic-era curbside dining structures

Photos by Stacie Joy You have one week to dine in one of the neighborhood's remaining pandemic-era dining structures. By the end of the day on Nov. 29, bars and restaurants must remove street dining structures to align with the city's permanent Dining Out NYC program. As previous … | Continue reading


@evgrieve.com | 1 hour ago

Robotic Surgery: First Fully Robotic Double Lung Transplant Performed  

On October 22, 2024, a surgical team performed the first fully robotic double lung transplant on a 57-year-old woman with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) using the Da Vinci Xi robotic system at each stage. The minimally invasive procedure involved making small incisi … | Continue reading


@scientificeuropean.co.uk | 1 hour ago

Mathematicians’ Newest Assistants Are Artificially Intelligent

AI-human collaboration could possibly achieve superhuman greatness in mathematics | Continue reading


@scientificamerican.com | 1 hour ago

A look at the recently revamped Brindle Room on 11th Street

Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy After a months-long closure over the summer and into the fall, The Brindle Room recently reopened at 647 E. 11th St. near Avenue C. Owner Jeremy Spector, along with new partner Shervin Nassi, redesigned ("reimagined" was the word) the space and … | Continue reading


@evgrieve.com | 1 hour ago

Something about President-Elect’s Nyarlathotep’s Unholy Rebirth Feels Weird, Right?

I guess I’m what you’d call a swing voter, Jerry. I am not one to align myself with any political party. I listen to each candidate’s positions on the big issues, review their political career, that sort of thing. I voted for Democrats, and I voted for Republicans. I’m sure you r … | Continue reading


@mcsweeneys.net | 1 hour ago

SPONSORED POST: I Tested the COSORI 9-in-1 Air Fryer, and It’s the Best Addition to My Kitchen Routine

I don’t live in New York anymore, but somehow I never stopped living with New York-sized kitchens. That means my gadget policy has always been pretty strict: If I’m not using it regularly, and/or it can’t serve multiple purposes, then I can’t justify the space it’ll take up. Whil … | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 1 hour ago

I Tried the $2 Trader Joe's Bubbly, and I Totally Get the Hype

How festive! READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 1 hour ago

Experts are creating one of the world's most innovative batteries inside an old coal plant: 'An exciting step forward'

The project features a sodium-sulfur power pack that can store renewable energy for up to six hours. Experts are creating one of the world's most innovative batteries inside an old coal plant: 'An exciting step forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

A Deep Look Into the Wacky and Wild Lives of Earwigs

The insects participate in elaborate courtships, are devoted parents, occasionally eat each other and have a gregarious nature | Continue reading


@smithsonianmag.com | 1 hour ago

Something about President-Elect Nyarlathotep’s Unholy Rebirth Feels Weird, Right?

I guess I’m what you’d call a swing voter, Jerry. I am not one to align myself with any political party. I listen to each candidate’s positions on the big issues, review their political career, that sort of thing. I voted for Democrats, and I voted for Republicans. I’m sure you r … | Continue reading


@mcsweeneys.net | 1 hour ago

Indian Ocean gravity hole: The dent in Earth's gravitational field created by the death of an ancient ocean

The Indian Ocean "gravity hole" is a region where Earth's mass is reduced, leading to weak gravitational pull, lower-than-average sea levels and a puzzle scientists have only just begun to solve. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 1 hour ago

Sold at a Record Low Price on Amazon, This Huge 20TB WD External Hard Drive Costs $0.013/GB

At that price, it's truly a steal! | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago