The Inner Circle: Jussi Lehtisalo’s Favourite Music

In his Baker's Dozen, the Circle frontman talks about converting people to the Dead; why Pori might have the highest concentration of Cardiac fans in Europe, and what he learned from Faust's Hans-Joachim Irmler Photo by Arttu Merimaa The music Jussi Lehtisalo loves the most drive … | Continue reading


@thequietus.com | 18 minutes ago

Book Review: Rules for Radicals- A Pragmatic Primer for Realistic Radicals by Saul Alinsky ★★★★☆

My good friend Suw alerted me to this venerable book by repeatedly ranting "What is your theory of change???" online. If ever there was a moment to yell "WHAT IS YOUR THEORY OF CHANGE???" that moment is now and we should all be yelling it at Just Stop Oil.It seems to me their the … | Continue reading


@shkspr.mobi | 20 minutes ago

Los Angeles evacuation shelter volunteer shares firsthand experience as victims flee Palisades Fire: 'People were disoriented, grappling with the reality of losing their homes'

"Everyone else in the world is [still] living their lives … and we're here hunkered down." Los Angeles evacuation shelter volunteer shares firsthand experience as victims flee Palisades Fire: 'People were disoriented, grappling with the reality of losing their homes' first appear … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 24 minutes ago

Reading Visual Art: 182 Deer

A deer substituted for the sacrifice of Iphigenia, as companions for the sorceresses Medea and Circe, in Bonnard’s rural idyll, Rosa Bonheur’s wildlife portraits, and others. | Continue reading


@eclecticlight.co | 24 minutes ago

Soulless code

Code can be more than just logic - it can carry a piece of us. But what happens when the code we use isn’t truly ours? Do we gain freedom or lose something human? | Continue reading


@morgan.zoemp.be | 28 minutes ago

Solar Orbiter Unveils the Sun in Unprecedented Detail

The ESA Solar Orbiter has provided a stunning new look at the Sun by combining 25 high-resolution images. This mosaic offers a detailed view of the solar surface, including sunspots and granules, enhancing our understanding of solar dynamics. Solar Orbiter’s Journey and Discoveri … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 38 minutes ago

These Stunning 19th-Century Artworks Reveal the Contradictions of the Modern Woman

A new exhibition spotlights James Tissot, whose paintings and prints reflected women’s ever-evolving roles in Victorian society | Continue reading


@smithsonianmag.com | 39 minutes ago

Rule 1: Never trust Facebook

Zuckerberg is MAGAing Facebook and Instagram. But he's always done what suits the company, not what helps the users. | Continue reading


@onemanandhisblog.com | 43 minutes ago

January 15, 2025

A fresh scurf of snow on the porch. The trees with their moon-shadows stretching east like dark carpets rolled out for the rumored sun. All the old aches in my […] | Continue reading


@morningporch.com | 45 minutes ago

Phishing False Alarm

A very security-conscious company was hit with a (presumed) massive state-actor phishing attack with gift cards, and everyone rallied to combat it—until it turned out it was company management sending the gift cards. | Continue reading


@schneier.com | 53 minutes ago

New York Attorney General Launches Investigation of Guardianship Providers

by Jake Pearson ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. New York Att … | Continue reading


@propublica.org | 54 minutes ago

Bagillt Dragon Beacon in Bagillt, Wales

In June 2012, more than 4,200 ornate beacons were lit, celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II in 1952. Among the flaming bonfires and medieval-style braziers was a massive beacon known as The Bagillt Dragon. Cut from r … | Continue reading


@atlasobscura.com | 54 minutes ago

Researchers make troubling discovery while studying benefits of listening to nature: 'A critical aspect ... that is often overlooked'

"Our study provides valuable insights into how natural and anthropogenic soundscapes affect anxiety and stress in urban areas." Researchers make troubling discovery while studying benefits of listening to nature: 'A critical aspect ... that is often overlooked' first appeared on … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 54 minutes ago

Understanding Shared Data Overrides in Inertia.js

Page-specific data returned from your controller will override Inertia shared data with the same key. This can lead to unexpected behavior.... Read More... Source | Continue reading


@vincentschmalbach.com | 54 minutes ago

Star of wonder

A recent SMBC: Mouseover title: "At zero stars, you just get flooded." The aftercomic: | Continue reading


@languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu | 1 hour ago

World's tiniest cat was a palm-sized tiddler that lived in China 300,000 years ago

Scientists identified the tiny species of cat from a fossilized jawbone, which could date back as far as 300,000 years ago. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 1 hour ago

Canada’s auto sector is bracing for Trump’s tariff war

The post Canada’s auto sector is bracing for Trump’s tariff war appeared first on The Logic. | Continue reading


@thelogic.co | 1 hour ago

Brain Differences Linked To Surge in Disordered Eating Among Young People

Delayed brain development, genetics, and mental health challenges contribute to disordered eating in young adults, according to a European study by King’s College London. A new study led by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London ha … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 1 hour ago

Scientists achieve direct experimental realization of dual-type entangling gates

To develop scalable and reliable quantum computers, engineers and physicists will need to devise effective strategies to mitigate errors in their quantum systems without adding complex additional components. A promising strategy to reduce errors entails the use of so-called dual- … | Continue reading


@phys.org | 1 hour ago

Michael J. Fox funds early warning Parkinson's biomarker initiative

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research has partnered with Grifols, a global healthcare company, to identify biomarkers of Parkinson’s disease well in advance of symptoms appearing. The initiative could lead to new diagnostic tools and ways of slowing or stopping t … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 hour ago

Liftoff! SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Sends Blue Ghost Lunar Lander on Historic Journey

Blue Ghost’s Moon mission, launched by SpaceX, is set to revolutionize lunar exploration and offer Earth valuable lessons from space. At 1:11 a.m. EST on January 15, SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket carrying Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander. The launch took place at … | Continue reading


@scitechdaily.com | 1 hour ago

Pete Hegseth Fights Back. Plus...

Porn is inevitable. Should Angelenos be saved from price gouging? ‘TikTok refugees’ flock to another Chinese app. And much more. | Continue reading


@thefp.com | 1 hour ago

Since you arrived, my heart stopped belonging to me

‘We share and feel the same pain’: the mothers looking for their children who disappeared in Mexico en route to the US - by Aeon Video Watch at Aeon | Continue reading


@aeon.co | 1 hour ago

Man pleads guilty to Tompkins Square Park shootings, D.A. Bragg announces

Photo from March 21, 2024, by Stacie Joy Manhattan D.A. Bragg yesterday announced a guilty plea from the suspect arrested for two shootings in Tompkins Square Park in March 2024. According to the D.A.'s office, 38-year-old Waldemar Alverio pleaded guilty in New York State Supreme … | Continue reading


@evgrieve.com | 1 hour ago

Farmers' discovery has major implications for all of America's cornfields: 'It's wonderful to see'

"Sustainable and effective." Farmers' discovery has major implications for all of America's cornfields: 'It's wonderful to see' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Scientists solve mysterious deaths of 350 elephants: '[The research] underscores the severe ecological consequences'

"Botswana is home to a third of all African elephants." Scientists solve mysterious deaths of 350 elephants: '[The research] underscores the severe ecological consequences' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Homeowner devastated after insurance company drops coverage with one warning letter: 'I was shocked'

“We all need to make money. But at the same time, these are our homes.” Homeowner devastated after insurance company drops coverage with one warning letter: 'I was shocked' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

New report uncovers 'revolting' way some celebrities spent pandemic relief funds: 'It never crossed my mind'

"The graft was unbelievable." New report uncovers 'revolting' way some celebrities spent pandemic relief funds: 'It never crossed my mind' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Taking a steer from hope. What to expect in the new issue of Positive News magazine

Editor-in-chief Lucy Purdy introduces the latest issue of Positive News magazine, which is out now The post Taking a steer from hope. What to expect in the new issue of Positive News magazine appeared first on Positive News. | Continue reading


@positive.news | 1 hour ago

New evidence reveals disturbing details of tragedy under UN's watch: 'Auditors were physically blocked'

"The majority of cleanup companies are owned by politicians." New evidence reveals disturbing details of tragedy under UN's watch: 'Auditors were physically blocked' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

New Google office's cutting-edge building material could reshape the future of buildings: 'Showcasing what's possible'

"It’s a milestone in our journey toward a greener, carbon-free future." New Google office's cutting-edge building material could reshape the future of buildings: 'Showcasing what's possible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Government issues fresh order cracking down on growing industry in new sectorwide ban: 'Unlawful operations'

“In addition to losing their devices, [participants] must compensate for any damage to the national grid caused by their illegal activities.” Government issues fresh order cracking down on growing industry in new sectorwide ban: 'Unlawful operations' first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Conservation groups blame US military after critically endangered tree dies: 'I'm absolutely heartbroken'

"The Marine Base and the live-fire training range complex essentially guaranteed the death." Conservation groups blame US military after critically endangered tree dies: 'I'm absolutely heartbroken' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Signage alert: A diner for 2nd Avenue?

Signage has arrived outside 80 Second Ave. for — !!! — Conway Diner. (H/T Danielle!) Could this be an actual old-fashioned diner opening? (Especially in this era of disappearing diners?) At the moment, we don't know who's behind the venture. So, some GUESSWORK: This is from the s … | Continue reading


@evgrieve.com | 1 hour ago

12 IKEA Products That Are Totally Worth Your Money

If you’ve ever bought a piece of furniture that fell apart within a year, welcome to the club. Thankfully, I’ve been adventurous enough to find some IKEA hidden gems that are absolutely worth every penny. These aren’t just affordable pieces; they’re durable, functional, and styli … | Continue reading


@ikeahackers.net | 1 hour ago

Tribal Lenders Say They Can Charge Over 600% Interest. These States Stopped Them.

by Joel Jacobs and Megan O’Matz ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for Dispatches, a newsletter that spotlights wrongdoing around the country, to receive our … | Continue reading


@propublica.org | 1 hour ago

Thrift shopper surprised after finding stunning item buried in costume jewelry grab bag: 'Classic design'

Thrifting is not only great for your wallet, but it's also helpful for the environment. Thrift shopper surprised after finding stunning item buried in costume jewelry grab bag: 'Classic design' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

Despite tensions, US-China AI research collaborations are alive and well

Over the past 10 years, the U.S. and China have been the most frequent partners in AI research. | Continue reading


@restofworld.org | 1 hour ago

Diagnostic dilemma: A woman started sweating blood from her face and hands

A 21-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital after she was bleeding from her face and palms, with no obvious cause. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 1 hour ago

Signage alert: Sunday Morning on Avenue B

Photo by Stacie Joy Here's your Sunday Morning signage at 29 Avenue B between Second Street and Third Street. As we first mentioned last week, chef-restaurateur Armando Litiatco is behind this cafe, which will specialize in old-school, American-style cinnamon rolls and coffee. He … | Continue reading


@evgrieve.com | 1 hour ago

Prescriptive and Descriptive Information Architectures | Jorge Arango

Interesting—this is exactly the same framing I used to talk about design systems a few years ago. adactio.com/links/21650 | Continue reading


@jarango.com | 1 hour ago

Exclusive: On Air Fest reveals 2025 schedule

Among the third wave of featured talent announced today is Anderson Cooper, Jemele Hill and Anna Martin.. Sponsored by Central Talent Booking. Your Podcast Deserves the Best Guests - Central Talent Booking helps you secure top-tier guests to boost your podcast’s reach and engagem … | Continue reading


@podnews.net | 2 hours ago

Police investigate AfD for distributing “deportation tickets” for migrants

German police are investigating a local branch of the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party after people from migrant communities in Karlsruhe found AfD-branded “deportation... | Continue reading


@iamexpat.de | 2 hours ago

River in world's largest rainforest on road to incredible recovery despite unprecedented threat: 'Anything is possible'

"Unfortunately, it’s always the most vulnerable communities that are hardest hit." River in world's largest rainforest on road to incredible recovery despite unprecedented threat: 'Anything is possible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 2 hours ago

Scientists develop groundbreaking method to track older cars' performance: 'Empowering drivers to manage [and] understand'

"This means sustainable mobility for all." Scientists develop groundbreaking method to track older cars' performance: 'Empowering drivers to manage [and] understand' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 2 hours ago

Microsoft won’t support Office apps on Windows 10 after October 14th

Image: Microsoft Microsoft says it will no longer support Office apps, known as Microsoft 365 apps, on Windows 10 later this year. The support cutoff coincides with Windows 10’s end of support on October 14th, and will mean businesses and consumers that rely on Microsoft 365 apps … | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 2 hours ago

Drake withdraws accusation that UMG and Spotify illegally boosted Kendrick Lamar’s diss track

Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage Drake has withdrawn the petition he raised accusing Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) of illegally boosting Kendrick Lamar‘s diss track “Not Like Us.” According to documents filed with the New York Supreme Court on Tuesday, the pre-action … | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 2 hours ago

Microsoft stops using Bing to trick people into thinking they’re on Google

Illustration: The Verge Microsoft has quietly killed off its spoofed Google UI that it was using to trick Bing users into thinking they were using Google. Earlier this month you could search for “Google” on Bing and get a page that looked a lot like Google, complete with a specia … | Continue reading


@theverge.com | 2 hours ago