I think the last time these saw vises got used was during Matt Cianci’s last saw sharpening class in our shop. In 2019. We unearthed them from our respective basements for Matt’s class going on today and tomorrow – and we will have our ear plugs at the ready. (It is not a quiet c … | Continue reading
DirtyOldTown on the taste of dishwasher rinse additives in St. Peepsburg's question about dishwasher detergent recommendations for the sensitive stomach, in which we also learn to hand wash your travel mug (now and forever!), and "unscented" ≠ "fragrance-free," among other things … | Continue reading
Lots of subjects to think about today. The test will be on Monday afternoon. | Continue reading
If you turn your trauma into the most talked-about show on Netflix—are you still a victim? | Continue reading
Black hole singularities defy the laws of physics. New research presents a bold solution to this puzzle: Black holes may actually be a theoretical type of star called a 'gravastar,' filled with universe-expanding dark energy. | Continue reading
These rule changes and new construction will create jobs as well. Biden administration announces clean energy milestone that will impact millions of American households: 'Helping communities across the country' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Dark Matter by Blake Crouch (Netflix) | Continue reading
This week, the Gizmodo science team explored the disturbing trend towards raw milk amid a bird flu outbreak among cattle, and the technological disruptions stemming from the historic geomagnetic storm that triggered stunning auroras across much of the globe. Reporter Ed Cara brok … | Continue reading
I was reading about Brown v. Board of Education and there’s an interesting paragraph: To separate them from others of similar age and qualifications solely because of their race generates a feeling of inferiority as to their status in the community that may affect their hearts an … | Continue reading
nikossasaki: let ruby have some fun…she literally died 😭 | Continue reading
sosuperawesome: toshiasan on Instagram | Continue reading
littlepawz: the comfiest waterbed ever! :) | Continue reading
This is a good overview of how badly forms fail. I’d add that the amount of development and testing time they eat up is quite something. Whereas emails take less than a minute to add to a site, and just work. Mostly. Anyway, when one understands the real purpose of a form all thi … | Continue reading
Almost a year ago, Julie suggested it might be a good idea to get a pressure washer. We could wash the cars with it, and clean the patio slabs too. I went online, and bought the best size and type for us, which was delivered by Amazon the next day. My neighbour has the same … Con … | Continue reading
"I'm definitely doing this this year." Plant expert demonstrates ancient gardening method to keep plants hydrated: 'A time-tested watering solution' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Blue Origin is preparing to send a crew of private astronauts to suborbital space, finally resuming its space tourism program on New Shepard after nearly two years of it being grounded. Read more... | Continue reading
Do galaxies, including our own Milky Way, orbit anything in the universe? | Continue reading
“Hope for the Organization Kid.” Joshua Hochschild revisits David Brooks’ classic 2004 essay on college students and considers what’s changed in the two decades since: “I doubt that the keenest college students will embrace AI as another shortcut to thinking. Twenty-three years a … | Continue reading
The GitHub integration for Slack gives you and your teams full visibility into your GitHub projects right in Slack channels, where you can generate ideas, triage issues and collaborate with other teams to move projects forward. This integration is an open source project, built an … | Continue reading
Tesla's move to upfit its vehicles for patrol duty is driving progress toward a cleaner and safer future for our communities. Anaheim police department electrifies its patrol fleet with upfitted Tesla Model Ys: 'These vehicles will enable officers to respond swiftly to incidents' … | Continue reading
Here are this weekend’s Mac riddles to entertain you through family time, shopping and recreation. 1: A patterned […] | Continue reading
More laughs from history for the weekend. | Continue reading
Icy cold refreshing drinks just make summer feel more like summer! They are our favorite afternoon treat after a swim.… The post 25 Non-Alcoholic Drinks For Kids appeared first on Kids Activities Blog. | Continue reading
"We're ready to get started." Construction giant awarded multimillion-dollar contract to transform major seaport into one of nation's largest offshore wind projects — here's its expected potential first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
What is that text-encoded data embedded in so many Property Lists? Most are Bookmarks, and here's how to decode them. | Continue reading
Not just a song by the Eagles (‘f***ing Eagles, man’), not just something I remember my dad saying, but my approach to my two miles this morning. I woke up feeling washed out, my muscles and joints loose but not really limber, not feeling any energy surge at the beginning of the … | Continue reading
The Readmoo MooInk Pro 2C is the first 13.3 E-Note with a Kaleido 3 colour e-paper panel. We have seen this device for over two years at various trade shows with Sony branding, and it was developed in conjunction with Linfiny. Readmoo was the first company that took the risk of b … | Continue reading
"Proof that widening roads won't solve traffic congestion." Resident shares frustrating photos revealing major problem with highway expansion: 'That route is always extreme red with traffic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
I always like to bake something special for the weekend. I like to relax a bit at the weekend and a cup of tea and a piece of cake or a small cake is just the ticket for me. This weekend I decided to make Fairy Cakes. A fairy cake is the name given to small buttery cakes in the U … | Continue reading
US franchises Taco Bell and Krispy Kreme have announced that they will open multiple shops across Berlin. Taco Bell to open 10 shops in Berlin American fast food chain Taco Bell... | Continue reading
The footage is part of a 9-minute short film called 26,000 Days – as in, the number of days in our average life span – directed by Henry Behel. The message is poignant, even if you've heard it before: Do something. Live while you can. Continue Reading Category: Aircraft, Transpor … | Continue reading
Sunny morning after the rain. This has to be up there in the list of my favorite weather conditions. Get in touch Have something to share? Want me as your first reader? Get in touch. My inbox is always open. Connect — Guestbook One a month That's how little it takes to help with … | Continue reading
"That is why Shell is being sued all over the world for this exact type of misleading advertising." Woman calls out 'strange' Shell video ads using tobacco marketing techniques: 'So dystopian' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
I decided to create an icon pack for the Miyoo Mini (or whatever other handheld can use them) and here's how. | Continue reading
The deal is available on all three of the Model Y trim options. Tesla announces incredibly low interest rates for new cars purchased by end of May — here's how to take advantage of offer first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
One nice side-effect of doing this #WeblogPoMo2024 challenge is that I'm forced to look at my website every day, and I'm inspired to make little changes to it. I decided I wanted to add some visual distinction between external links and internal links. I figured I'd have to put s … | Continue reading
Soon after the controlled burn made it possible to remove the tank cars, freight was seen moving on the tracks again. Safety regulator says hazardous decision after train cars derailed in Ohio was not necessary: 'There was another option' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden signed into law H.R.1042, the Prohibiting Russian Uranium Imports Act. The passage and signing of this law will ensure the U.S. will no longer be reliant on imported uranium fuel from the Russian Federation. It will ban the … | Continue reading
I swear, sometimes my brain’s like a squirrel on caffeine, darting from idea to idea until it inevitably forgets where it buried its nuts. Today, I’m sitting there, minding my own business at a red light, and suddenly, bam! Inspiration strikes! I had what could only be described … | Continue reading
If you’re playing a game on PC using an Xbox controller connected wirelessly using the Xbox Wireless Adapter dongle, and then plugging a headphone from the audio jack, have you found the audio skips and cuts out? If you’re having this issue there’s possibly one solution to the pr … | Continue reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) yesterday announced eight new Biden-Harris Administration appointees joining the DOE team to work alongside U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm in combating climate change and helping the United States achieve Presi … | Continue reading
"None of us condone it. It never should ... have been done." Advocates call for boycott of state for enabling animal cruelty after man hits wolf with vehicle, parades it around town: 'This was an abusive action' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Asahi Kasei announced today that it will construct its previously announced integrated lithium-ion battery (LIB) separator plant in Port Colborne, which is in the Niagara region of Ontario, Canada. The new manufacturing facility will operate as Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canad … | Continue reading
"Well done!" Homeowner shares amazing before-and-after photos of 'lifeless' lawn transformation: 'Mother Nature thanks you' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
There are a lot of tools to visualize data. Some are visualization-specific. Some are tools that let you make charts but are focused on other data things. New apps come out with new features that promise new things. This can make it tricky to find the best visualization tool. Tag … | Continue reading
The filing is part of a growing momentum of climate activism among the younger generation. Students take legal action against esteemed universities after controversial investments: 'Responsibility to ensure that its resources are put to socially beneficial ends' first appeared on … | Continue reading
"This is their way of creating a $30,000 car today." Tesla announces new affordable leasing options for one of its most popular cars: 'By far, the best deal on the market' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading