Lost Jack Kerouac story found among assassinated mafia boss' belongings
A lost story written and signed by legendary San Francisco writer Jack Kerouac has been found among the belongings of an infamous mafia boss who was gunned down in 1985. The two-page story, titled “The Holy, Beat, and Crazy Next Thing,” was written shortly before the publication
Tim Berners-Lee Invented the World Wide Web. Now He Wants to Save It
Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web, reflects on its evolution and challenges in a new memoir. Despite his creation's immense impact, Berners-Lee remains a modest figure, advocating for an open, decentralized web. He now focuses on projects like Solid to give users control over their data, countering the rise of monopolistic platforms and the threats posed by AI.
IT’S DECORATIVE GOURD SEASON, MOTHERFUCKERS
Celebrate the 16th anniversary of a classic harvest article with a new gourd mug, and embrace fall with gourd decorations and crafts.
The Trump Gold Card Is Here
The Trump Platinum Card allows non-U.S. income tax exemption for 270 days in the U.S. for a $5 million contribution. The Trump Gold Card requires a $1 million gift for visa approval. The Trump Corporate Gold Card enables corporate sponsors to gift $2 million per employee for visa benefits.
David Lynch's LA house
David Lynch's Hollywood Hills home, a cinematic masterpiece, is now on the market for $15 million. This expansive, meticulously designed compound reflects Lynch's creative vision, featuring Mid-Century modern architecture and multiple structures, including his personal studio.
Midcentury North American Restaurant Placemats
A collection of midcentury North American restaurant placemats, dating from the late 1940s to the 1950s, showcases the rise of roadside dining. These placemats, often serving as menus and maps, reflect the era's design simplicity and economic constraints. Additionally, a historical Chinese graphics archive, dating back to 750 BCE, is highlighted.
Listers: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching
Gonzo Birdwatching. Two brothers travel across the United States in a used minivan on a mission to find as many bird species as they can in a single year
History of F1 design: 75 years of car racing technology
ESPN celebrates F1's 75th anniversary by tracing its evolution from 1950 to 2026 through iconic cars and future tech.
Introducing Google Sans Code
Meet Google Sans Code — the new font meticulously crafted for coders, made by @Google! It blends geometric precision with a touch of calligraphic flair in a fixed-width design that's super easy to read, even at tiny code editor sizes. Say goodbye to squinting and hello to clear,
University of Houston Archaeologists Discover Tomb of First King of Caracol
Archaeologists from the University of Houston working at Caracol in Belize, Central America have uncovered the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak, the first ruler of this ancient Maya city and the founder of its royal dynasty. Now in ruins, this metropolis was a major political player in Maya
The Landline, Reinvented for Kids
Tin Can, a Wi-Fi landline for kids, fosters real conversations and independence, allowing children to connect with family and friends without screens or distractions, enhancing community and peace of mind for parents.
Hugging Face opens up orders for its Reachy Mini desktop robots
Hugging Face has launched two versions of its Reachy Mini desktop robots, aimed at AI developers, with the Reachy Mini Wireless priced at $449 and the Reachy Mini Lite at $299.
Legends - Hand Painted Basketball
Comrade Berlin offers unique, high-quality balls with discounts for multiple purchases, free worldwide shipping on orders of 2+ balls, and a 30-day refund policy. Customers praise the company's kindness and helpfulness.
Hymn to Babylon, missing for a millennium, has been discovered
A hymn to Babylon, lost for a millennium, has been rediscovered by Enrique Jiménez, offering insights into Babylonian urban society and natural phenomena.
Get the location of the ISS using DNS
Discover how to use DNS to find the ISS's location with a custom domain, leveraging the experimental RFC 1876 standard for LOC records.
Exploiting the IKKO Activebuds "AI powered" earbuds, running DOOM, stealing their OpenAI API key and customer data.
Exploring IKKO Activebuds, these earbuds run Android, allowing DOOM to be played and access to an OpenAI API key and customer data. Despite issues, they offer AI features like translations and modified apps for the device.
