May 6 2024, 4:29pm

✈️ DL338 LGA-ATL—yep, heading back to Atlanta. Reply via email or Mastodon. | Continue reading


@campegg.com | 5 minutes ago

10 Must-Have Books for Aviation Enthusiasts

Ever looked up and seen a plane flying high and felt excited? For many of us, the world of airplanes holds a special fascination. If you’ve ever dreamed about flying or wondered how planes are made, then you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled 10 must-read books for aviation fa … | Continue reading


@goodereader.com | 11 minutes ago

Seizing solar’s bright future

With laser-based precision tools for measuring and tuning materials, MIT spinout Optigon aims to rev up the energy transition. | Continue reading


@news.mit.edu | 15 minutes ago

Todays song…

And forever. | Continue reading


@bottledaux.com | 23 minutes ago

How the fast-track law could expose future NZ governments to expensive trade disputes

Getty Images Resources Minister Shane Jones has reportedly asked officials for advice on whether oil and gas companies could be offered “bonds” as compensation if drilling rights offered by the present government were extinguished by any future administration. Such a move would h … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 26 minutes ago

Crisis of faith: why Australian women have so little trust in religious institutions

Shutterstock The Albanese government is weighing up the costs of delivering an election promise to protect religious people from discrimination in Commonwealth law. Such protections were relatively uncontroversial when included in state anti-discrimination laws. However, the reli … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 27 minutes ago

Australian artists only earn $23,200 a year from their art – and are key financial investors in keeping the industry afloat

Arts companies and individual artists in Australia are supported by government arts agencies, philanthropists, industry bodies, private donors and patrons. However, it is frequently overlooked that a major source of support for the arts in this country comes from artists themselv … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 28 minutes ago

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Music, Art, Diy, Electronics, Synthesis | Continue reading


@femishonuga.com | 29 minutes ago

Terminal lucidity: why do loved ones with dementia sometimes ‘come back’ before death?

Pexels/Andrea Piacquadio Dementia is often described as “the long goodbye”. Although the person is still alive, dementia slowly and irreversibly chips away at their memories and the qualities that make someone “them”. Dementia eventually takes away the person’s ability to communi … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 29 minutes ago

Exploitation, brutality and misery: how the opium trade shaped the modern world

Opium poppy heads. Daniel Prudek/Shutterstock. In the final pages of Smoke and Ashes: Opium’s Hidden Histories, Amitav Ghosh volunteers a startling confession. Though he had spent many years working on the book and had “accumulated an enormous amount of material”, he decided he c … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 29 minutes ago

Making merry: how we brought Melbourne’s Merri Creek back from pollution, neglect and weeds

Adam Calaitzis/Shutterstock I met with a friend for a walk beside Merri Creek, in inner Melbourne. She had lived in the area for a few years, and as we walked beside the creek, past trees, native grasses, a small wetland echoing with frog calls, I talked about how it had looked b … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 31 minutes ago

This group rid one Australian river of its privet problem – and strengthened community along the way

Lekali Studio/Shutterstock Privet is a popular garden hedge. It grows quickly and responds well to being pruned. But in natural areas, privet is a problem. Like 72% of weeds in Australia, privet escaped from our gardens. Now it wreaks havoc on natural ecosystems. Across south-eas … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 32 minutes ago

Time… again reminding me. | Continue reading


@bottledaux.com | 32 minutes ago

I use Emacs on Windows, with generally ok performance. Today, it took several minutes for Emacs to start, and I could not use the mouse to position the cursor (had to use all keyboard commands). Lazyweb – anyone else seen this before? | Continue reading


@andysylvester.com | 33 minutes ago

How the nursing shortage is affecting the health-care system, patients and nurses themselves

In honour of National Nursing Week May 6-12, consider asking a nurse about their work life. Demand for nursing services in Canada far exceeds the current supply of nurses. (Shutterstock) If you worry that there are not enough health-care providers to meet health needs, you are no … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 35 minutes ago

Restrictive Abortion Laws Boost Murder Rates Among Girls and Women, Research Reveals

Restrictive abortion laws have caused a small but real climb in fatal violence committed against women, new research out Monday suggests. The study found that so-called TRAP laws were associated with an increased rate of murders among young girls and women committed by their inti … | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 35 minutes ago

New study reveals how employees truly feel about their company's environmental commitments: 'No longer sufficient to merely pay lip service'

"Alarming though it may be, the majority of organizations remain oblivious to the significance of employee perceptions." New study reveals how employees truly feel about their company's environmental commitments: 'No longer sufficient to merely pay lip service' first appeared on … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 35 minutes ago

Introducing “Unleash the Power of Scroll-Driven Animations”

I built a thing: a 10-part video course that teaches you all there is to know about scroll-driven animations with CSS or JavaScript. | Continue reading


@bram.us | 44 minutes ago

Bernard Hill's Best Moment as Théoden Showed the Human Heart of a King

Bernard Hill, who sadly passed away this past weekend, is a part of some of the greatest moments in the Lord of the Rings movies. As Théoden, his lines are endlessly quotable, often memeable, and he is given some of the best work in the trilogy tied to its legendary battles like … | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 50 minutes ago

Vin Diesel Will Play Richard B. Riddick One More Time in Riddick: Furya

What does the 'B' stand for, anyhow? The post Vin Diesel Will Play Richard B. Riddick One More Time in Riddick: Furya appeared first on Reactor. | Continue reading


@reactormag.com | 51 minutes ago

Jason Lyles holds onto hope in a viciously divided America in “Divided Life”.

Jason Lyles has a unique songwriting ability that touches both the heart and soul, leading us into a deep reflection about modern day situations. | Continue reading


@lessthan1000followers.com | 1 hour ago

Avocado Salsa

Avocado Salsa features fresh, all-natural ingredients including avocados, sweet corn, crisp red onions, jalapeño peppers and more. Instructions for both boiling and grilling the corn are included! Either way, you’ll love how your summery salsa turns out. Check out more of my favo … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 1 hour ago

AI products for kids promising friendship and learning? 3 things to consider

Social interactions with parents, friends and teachers can have profound impacts on a child's learning, development and understanding. What if some of those interactions are with AI systems? (Shutterstock) Smart toys with internet connections and AI-enabled robots, with capacitie … | Continue reading


@theconversation.com | 1 hour ago

Mother’s Day Kindle Deals – All the Details

Amazon is offering discounts on almost all of its Kindle devices owing to Mother’s Day. That includes the Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and the Kindle Scribe. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition however has not been included in the sale. Here are the details. The basic Kindle e- … | Continue reading


@goodereader.com | 1 hour ago

Hades II gets surprise early access release on PC

Hades II, the much anticipated sequel to 2020’s acclaimed roguelike Hades, is now available in early access via Steam and… Continue reading Hades II gets surprise early access release on PC The post Hades II gets surprise early access release on PC appeared first on ReadWrite. | Continue reading


@readwrite.com | 1 hour ago

17 Chinese Food Recipes You'll Want to Add to Your Rotation ASAP

A wide-ranging collection of our favorite Chinese recipes to make at home, from Macanese-style pork chop sandwiches to gong bao ji ding to claypot rice and toothpick lamb. | Continue reading


@seriouseats.com | 1 hour ago

Kamakura Carnival Mural in Kamakura, Japan

From 1934 to 1962, Kamakura was known for its summer carnival. It was a huge event launched by a group of local writers and artists, inspired by a carnival that playwright Masao Kume saw in Nice, France. Though it was put on an eight-year hiatus during and after World War II, the … | Continue reading


@atlasobscura.com | 1 hour ago

Plant expert shares cost-effective labeling hack to keep gardens organized: 'Pure genius'

"I'm definitely going to try this." Plant expert shares cost-effective labeling hack to keep gardens organized: 'Pure genius' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 1 hour ago

War for the Planet of the Apes Remains a Difficult, Rewarding Watch

War for the Planet of the Apes takes Caesar’s apocalyptic story from the previous two films and gives it a focused, heartbreaking finish. We see both humans and apes struggle to survive in this ever-changing world as each suffers greatly, facing new adversaries they seemingly can … | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 1 hour ago

Hong Kong French Toast Is So Good, I Made It Twice in One Day

It just may ruin all other French toast recipes for you. READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 1 hour ago

Green Builder Sustainability Symposium Presentation — Slides & Transcript

In mid-2023, Green Builder Media’s CEO Sara Gutterman reached out to me to see if I were interested in presenting at their annual Sustainability Symposium. It’s been running annually for close to a decade, and with COVID it transitioned to virtual and won’t be going back. That ev … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 1 hour ago

'Lost' satellite finally found after orbiting undetected for 25 years

The Infra-Red Calibration Balloon (S73-7) satellite had gone off the grid from radar not once but twice — once in the 1970s and then again in the 1990s. After 25 years missing in orbit, it has finally been rediscovered. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 1 hour ago

7 Considerations to Make Before Connecting Your Devices

Do you like the idea of connecting all of your smart devices to your home network? With so many different… Continue reading 7 Considerations to Make Before Connecting Your Devices The post 7 Considerations to Make Before Connecting Your Devices appeared first on ReadWrite. | Continue reading


@readwrite.com | 1 hour ago

Corn Salsa

Sweet and tangy Corn Salsa is a perfect topping, dip, and condiment! This fresh and flavorful salsa features corn on the cob, red onions, bell peppers, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, and a medley of bold spices. Grab some tortilla chips and enjoy every bite! For more co … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 1 hour ago

Telcos keep using “insecure” Chinese gear because of congressional inaction

Congress only gave 38% of funds needed for "rip and replace," FCC chair says. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 1 hour ago

'Major lunar standstill' may reveal if Stonehenge is aligned with the moon

Is Stonehenge aligned with the moon? Scientists hope to find out during a rare 'major lunar standstill, which happens once every 18.6 years. | Continue reading


@livescience.com | 1 hour ago

The Acolyte Trailer Sees Former Jedi Master and Student Have a Not-So-Great Reunion

Jedi Master and former apprentice tension is the best kind of tension. The post The Acolyte Trailer Sees Former Jedi Master and Student Have a Not-So-Great Reunion appeared first on Reactor. | Continue reading


@reactormag.com | 2 hours ago

State lawmakers pass unprecedented anti-science law: 'Our families are already suffering'

This legislation comes at a pivotal time, as Montana's climate has already changed significantly over the past century. State lawmakers pass unprecedented anti-science law: 'Our families are already suffering' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 2 hours ago

SEC crypto crackdown continues with Robinhood as lawsuit looms

Robinhood accused SEC of creating a "world of confusion around crypto." | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 2 hours ago

Amazon’s robot workforce more than doubles in three years

Amazon has significantly increased the number of robots working in its fulfilment centers, with the US tech and e-commerce giant… Continue reading Amazon’s robot workforce more than doubles in three years The post Amazon’s robot workforce more than doubles in three years appeared … | Continue reading


@readwrite.com | 2 hours ago

BSOD Glass Mushroom Table Lamps

A charming way to light up any space. | Continue reading


@toolsandtoys.net | 2 hours ago

William Shatner Wants in on the Creepy De-Aging Trend to Get Back in Star Trek

Seeing a famous face appear considerably younger than their actual years in a brand-new movie can be startling—Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destinydid all right by Harrison Ford, but even Jeff Bridges shudders at his appearance in Tron: Legacy. But 93-year-old Star Trek legend W … | Continue reading


@gizmodo.com | 2 hours ago

The Last Thing to Do with an Old Refrigerator Before You Recycle It

Free bonus storage! READ MORE... | Continue reading


@thekitchn.com | 2 hours ago

Monday Humour

Let’s get the week off to a good start with a few chuckles! | Continue reading


@beetleypete.com | 2 hours ago

Breath-analyzing sensor dims its glow to show blood oxygen levels

A new sensor could soon allow hospital patients' blood oxygen levels to be checked via their breath. The technology is claimed to be more reliable and less painful than existing traditional methods. Continue Reading Category: Medical, Science Tags: Fraunhofer, Bloodstream, Oxygen | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 hours ago

Tesla announces fourth round of layoffs in four weeks

The latest cuts affect engineers, HR, and service advisers. | Continue reading


@arstechnica.com | 2 hours ago

Helldivers 2’s notorious ‘review bomb’ might end up in the game as a cape design

Arrowhead Game Studios, the maker of Helldivers 2, is responding creatively to the recent controversy roiling the game’s fans which… Continue reading Helldivers 2’s notorious ‘review bomb’ might end up in the game as a cape design The post Helldivers 2’s notorious ‘review bomb’ m … | Continue reading


@readwrite.com | 2 hours ago

Cadillac, Audi, & BMW Now Leading in Share of US Sales Being 100% Electric

Overall, the pure electric vehicle (EV, or BEV) share of US auto sales was 6.9% in the first quarter of 2024. EV sales increased slightly compared to the first quarter of 2023, but overall auto sales increased more, so EV market share dropped from 7% to 6.9% year over year. ... [ … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 2 hours ago