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08 Dec 01:41

Steam Loves Dwarf Fortress So Much It's Confusing The Locals

by John Walker

Dwarf Fortress’s enormous graphical overhaul, and accompanying Steam release, has seen the 16-year-old game receive triumphant reviews. Currently sporting 4,634 “Overwhelmingly Positive” reviews on Steam, people are delighted. But one person is dubious. Posting to the roguelike game’s discussions on Steam, they asked,…

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12 May 16:52

There's a Canonical Star Trek Show Happening During Lower Decks, You Just Aren't Watching It

by James Whitbrook on io9, shared by Tom McKay to Gizmodo

Star Trek fans might be forgiven for thinking that its upcoming return to the world of animation’s more light-hearted tone means that Lower Decks won’t take on the dramatic weight of being prime-timeline canon. It’s kind of what some Star Trek fans do with literally anything they’re uneasy about when it comes to Trek.…

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13 Jul 16:13

What's Your Favorite Backpacking Tent?

by Erica Offutt on Co-op, shared by Shep McAllister to Gizmodo

Through the mountains of options, we want to know which backpacking tent stands out with the perfect mix of durability, functionality, and design.

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29 May 20:13

Comic: 2b+1

by Tycho@penny-arcade.com (Tycho)
New Comic: 2b+1
29 May 20:12

Totally-Compatible-Planet adventures

https://www.oglaf.com/compatible-planet/

29 May 20:12

20180528

by Lar
Mrtnscf

Definitely was me not that long ago

29 May 20:12

The Singularity Is Here And It Is Horny

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22 May 15:16

Kegels Aren't the Best Way to Prepare Your Body for Childbirth 

by Michelle Woo on Offspring, shared by Michelle Woo to Lifehacker

Six years ago, one of my best friends and I were pregnant at the same time, and throughout the day, we would text each other one word: “Kegels!” It was a reminder for us to get in those pelvic squeezes—100 a day was a recommendation we both had heard—as a way to prepare our bodies for childbirth. Kegel exercises, the…

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15 May 19:39

How to create the perfect cold-brew coffee

by Billy Cadden
Cold Brew Gear

Supplies for keeping your cool (and buzz) all summer long.

Cold-brew coffee is an effective way to keep your cool (and your buzz) all summer long. Read on for our tips.
21 Apr 23:18

How to Make Sure a Budget or Foreign Airline Is Safe

by Patrick Allan

Budget airlines are a decent option for cheap travel, but they’re also known to be uncomfortable, they nickel and dime you for every little thing, and now, people are questioning the overall safety of these low-cost flights. These four tips will help you pick a budget or foreign airline that meets all the right safety…

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25 Jan 17:27

Mellow-Out Your Day With This Snowboarder’s Peaceful Ride Down a Mountain

by Andrew Liszewski on Sploid, shared by Andrew Couts to Gizmodo

The vast majority of snowboarding videos are packed with high-speed slalom runs, over-the-top jumps, and stunts intended to show off a rider’s extreme skills. But watching this video of Alex Pashley gently plowing through fresh powder as he weaves through trees might be the most relaxing thing you’ll watch this week.

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20 Dec 22:32

The Main Cast of Kenneth Branagh's 2019 Artemis Fowl Movie Is Revealed

by Germain Lussier

Disney just announced the full cast for a franchise it’s been developing for ages. As previously reported, Kenneth Branagh will direct Artemis Fowl, based on the popular book series by Eoin Colfer, for release on August 9, 2019. But now we know who is playing the lead, as well as the other major characters.

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14 Sep 00:01

xkcd Phone 6

We understand your privacy concerns; be assured that our phones will never store or transmit images of your face.
09 Jun 01:54

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25 Apr 18:06

This Beautiful, Classic Disney-Inspired Art Show Is a Time-Warp to Your Childhood

by Germain Lussier

Almost everyone grew up with Disney’s animated films. Heck, even our parents grew up with Disney animated films. Since the 1930s, Walt Disney and his not-so-little company have been churning out cartoon movie masterpieces for the whole family to enjoy, and this week, Mondo is celebrating all eight decades with one of…

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20 Apr 00:20

Birdwatching

No, tell the park rangers to calm down, it's fine--I put a screen on the front. I just want to get the birds a little closer.
14 Apr 01:04

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15 Mar 21:07

Indecisive People Rejoice: There's an iPhone Case That's Also an Android Phone

by Rhett Jones

Have you ever been using your iPhone and found yourself wishing it was heavier and more prone to viruses? Well, have we got a gadget for you. In the same way that Reese’s Peanut Butter cups brought together too disparate worlds, the Eye Smart iPhone Case crams a whole other phone on your phone.

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21 Feb 01:29

Disney Develops a Method for Wirelessly Powering an Entire Room

by Rhett Jones

Free-roaming wireless power has been a dream of engineers since the days of Tesla and Edison waging their war of innovation but a number of technical hurdles have prevented it from becoming a reality. The folks at Disney Research have revealed that they’ve successfully built a method to provide full coverage of an…

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15 Feb 20:55

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09 Feb 22:48

Here's That Beauty and the Beast/Harry Potter Mashup You Didn't Know You Wanted

by Katharine Trendacosta

But, it turns out, you really did want it. In Beauty and Lord Voldemort, Pistolshrimps seamlessly edits Harry Potter footage into the live-action Beauty and the Beast trailer. You will never look at Voldemort’s smile the same way.

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06 Feb 01:39

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13 Jan 14:38

Library Extension Finds Books At Your Local Library While You Shop On Amazon

by Eric Ravenscraft

Chrome: Amazon may be convenient, but nothing beats free. So, when you’re shopping for books on the site, Library Extension will find those same books at your local library. You can even drive to pick them up faster than Amazon can ship them.

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27 Dec 18:43

7 Great Drawing and Sketching Apps That Turn Anyone Into an Artist

by David Nield on Field Guide, shared by Mario Aguilar to Gizmodo
Image: Apple

Music production isn’t the only area in which smartphones and tablets can help those with no experience (or talent) push out something slick and professional. Here are the best apps for creating eye-catching works of art, whether or not you’ve ever put digital pen (or paintbrush) to virtual paper before.

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27 Dec 18:43

These Online Services Offer Birth Control Without Visiting a Doctor

by Beth Skwarecki on Vitals, shared by Alan Henry to Lifehacker

If you take birth control pills and are sick of visiting your doctor just to get prescription refills approved, or you’d like to start but can’t find a doctor you trust, there is a better way. These apps and websites have your back.

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09 Dec 03:03

Five Holiday Beverages for People Who Despise Eggnog

by Claire Lower on Skillet, shared by Alan Henry to Lifehacker

Try as I might, I just cannot bring myself to enjoy eggnog. I’m not against eggs in cocktails, but there’s something about the warm, viscous liquid I just can’t get behind. As such, I’m always looking for festive, warm beverages to drink and serve, so eggnog haters like myself don’t get left out in the cold.

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14 Nov 23:08

British Map

West Norsussex is east of East Norwessex, but they're both far north of Middlesex and West Norwex.
04 Nov 02:01

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