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During the Soviet era, at times of govt instability, the state broadcaster would typically preempt scheduled broadcasts by airing performances of Swan Lake
And, tonight, the network's flagship news program -- 60 Minutes -- ran a clip show of old celeb interviews to "celebrate the movies" rather than put together an episode focused on what's going on in Minnesota.
The person who publishes the Free Press — where the words “Minneapolis” and “Minnesota” never appear tonight — also runs CBS News.
January 26, 2026 at 2:59 AM
During the Soviet era, at times of govt instability, the state broadcaster would typically preempt scheduled broadcasts by airing performances of Swan Lake
"There’s an extremely hurtful narrative going around that my product, a revolutionary new technology that exists to scam the elderly and make you distrust anything you see online, is harmful to society."
Please Don’t Say Mean Things about the AI That I Just Invested a Billion Dollars In
“[Nvidia CEO] Jensen Huang Is Begging You to Stop Being So Negative About AI” — Headline from Gizmodo
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Guys, enough is enough. Bullying is a s...
www.mcsweeneys.net
January 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM
"There’s an extremely hurtful narrative going around that my product, a revolutionary new technology that exists to scam the elderly and make you distrust anything you see online, is harmful to society."
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As a librarian, sometimes it's your job to promote literacy. Sometimes...
Other times, it's your job to tell a 10-year-old that the axes in Gundam are called "Heat Hawks," not "Laser Axes"
Other times, it's your job to tell a 10-year-old that the axes in Gundam are called "Heat Hawks," not "Laser Axes"
January 29, 2026 at 8:23 AM
As a librarian, sometimes it's your job to promote literacy. Sometimes...
Other times, it's your job to tell a 10-year-old that the axes in Gundam are called "Heat Hawks," not "Laser Axes"
Other times, it's your job to tell a 10-year-old that the axes in Gundam are called "Heat Hawks," not "Laser Axes"
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GEORGIA — @ossoff.senate.gov : “This is a SEISMIC event. This should have people across 🇺🇸 absolutely shook. This is an FBI raid on the Fulton County elections office… this is a shot across the bow at the midterm elections.” (H/T @atrupar.com )
January 29, 2026 at 5:46 AM
GEORGIA — @ossoff.senate.gov : “This is a SEISMIC event. This should have people across 🇺🇸 absolutely shook. This is an FBI raid on the Fulton County elections office… this is a shot across the bow at the midterm elections.” (H/T @atrupar.com )
Apple has long justified its premium pricing and restrictive ecosystem by promising a superior user experience.
This App Store change represents a direct violation of that promise.
This App Store change represents a direct violation of that promise.
Apple's Enshittification Moment: How the App Store is Quietly Abandoning User Trust
In a move that signals a fundamental shift in Apple\'s relationship with its users, the company is quietly testing a new App Store design that deliberately obscures the distinction between paid advert...
techplanet.today
January 27, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Apple has long justified its premium pricing and restrictive ecosystem by promising a superior user experience.
This App Store change represents a direct violation of that promise.
This App Store change represents a direct violation of that promise.
"As soon as the agent in the grey jacket moves away with the gun and leaves, the agent in the black beanie steps to where the agent in the grey jacket had been with his finger on the trigger and fires the first shot."
Alex Pretti: Analysing Footage of Minneapolis CBP Shooting - bellingcat
Bellingcat has analysed video of the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. The footage appears to contradict statements made by the Department of Homeland Security.
www.bellingcat.com
January 26, 2026 at 8:20 PM
"As soon as the agent in the grey jacket moves away with the gun and leaves, the agent in the black beanie steps to where the agent in the grey jacket had been with his finger on the trigger and fires the first shot."
"Most hospitals are required to have programs that discount or completely forgive bills for some patients. But they don’t make it easy. We’re a nonprofit organization and we help you apply. It’s quick, easy, and free."
They have every hospital in the US in their system.
dollarfor.org
They have every hospital in the US in their system.
dollarfor.org
Get Relief from Hospital Bills – Dollar For
You may not have to pay that bill. Most hospitals offer bill forgiveness based on income. We help you apply for debt relief — for free.
dollarfor.org
January 26, 2026 at 5:05 PM
"Most hospitals are required to have programs that discount or completely forgive bills for some patients. But they don’t make it easy. We’re a nonprofit organization and we help you apply. It’s quick, easy, and free."
They have every hospital in the US in their system.
dollarfor.org
They have every hospital in the US in their system.
dollarfor.org
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One of the best things I’ve read in a while:
January 25, 2026 at 10:39 PM
One of the best things I’ve read in a while:
Oh, sure, that's what the Deep Ones WANT you to believe!
Why this Brazilian city uses tilapia fish skin to treat burn victims
In a historic Brazilian city, burn patients look as if they’ve emerged from the waves. They are covered in fish skin — specifically strips of sterilized tilapia -- but why?
www.pbs.org
January 22, 2026 at 11:43 PM
Oh, sure, that's what the Deep Ones WANT you to believe!
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Trump’s Board of Peace logo is basically the UN logo, except dipped in gold and edited so the world only includes America.
January 22, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Trump’s Board of Peace logo is basically the UN logo, except dipped in gold and edited so the world only includes America.
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"Drink whole milk, you'll come in 5th place" is an incredible ad campaign.
January 20, 2026 at 3:40 PM
"Drink whole milk, you'll come in 5th place" is an incredible ad campaign.
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“ICE agents, get out now because historically, this ends with you hanging from a lamppost and your body paraded through the streets.” - the …we rate dogs guy
January 16, 2026 at 3:49 AM
“ICE agents, get out now because historically, this ends with you hanging from a lamppost and your body paraded through the streets.” - the …we rate dogs guy
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Why did they call them cigars and not bigarettes?
January 13, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Why did they call them cigars and not bigarettes?
It’s important to remember that we are not powerless. Even in the face of a domestic law enforcement presence with massive surveillance capabilities and military-esque technologies, there are still ways to engage in surveillance self-defense. We cannot give into nihilism and fear.
How Hackers Are Fighting Back Against ICE
A few enterprising hackers have started projects to do counter surveillance against ICE, and hopefully protect their communities through clever use of technology.
www.eff.org
January 12, 2026 at 6:35 PM
It’s important to remember that we are not powerless. Even in the face of a domestic law enforcement presence with massive surveillance capabilities and military-esque technologies, there are still ways to engage in surveillance self-defense. We cannot give into nihilism and fear.
Looking at fantasy maps at my friend Tom’s house.
The Shaar is where them Hillbilly Hobbits is from, y’all.
The Shaar is where them Hillbilly Hobbits is from, y’all.
January 11, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Looking at fantasy maps at my friend Tom’s house.
The Shaar is where them Hillbilly Hobbits is from, y’all.
The Shaar is where them Hillbilly Hobbits is from, y’all.
Hyundai Introduces Its Next-Gen Atlas Robot at CES 2026
YouTube video by PCMag
www.youtube.com
January 10, 2026 at 2:13 AM
"That is perhaps the most solid dating advice I have, by the way—show the inside of your head in public, so people can see if they would like to live in there."
Looking for Alice
Not dating
open.substack.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:45 PM
"That is perhaps the most solid dating advice I have, by the way—show the inside of your head in public, so people can see if they would like to live in there."
I found this receipt in a used copy of “The Art of War.”
January 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM
I found this receipt in a used copy of “The Art of War.”
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It's fascinating to see the changes in one company's logo over the years.
January 3, 2026 at 2:47 AM
It's fascinating to see the changes in one company's logo over the years.
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A bel biv devoe bahn mi shop called that girl is hoisin
January 2, 2026 at 2:57 AM
A bel biv devoe bahn mi shop called that girl is hoisin
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orcas have the chance to do the funniest thing
December 31, 2025 at 5:25 PM
orcas have the chance to do the funniest thing
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This is one of the most beautiful things I have witnessed, the craft here is impeccable.
August 13, 2025 at 6:06 AM
This is one of the most beautiful things I have witnessed, the craft here is impeccable.