@louiesloops3hThis is Chip McCrumble, Mayor of Sweet City and he deserves your respect.I crocheted them because I can.1/3
@giuliomagnifico12hAlaska Art Student Arrested for Eating Another Student’s AI-Generated Art in ProtestThe follow up: Alaska College Student Arrested for Eating AI Artwork Speaks Out: ‘AI Chews up and Spits out Art’ Made By Other People.’
@Sassyfeeds6hShould You Put Your Windshield Wipers Up When It Snows? Pros, Cons, and Best Winter Car Care Tips - Sassy FeedsIs putting your windshield wipers up during snowstorms a smart move or a winter myth? Discover the real pros, cons, and expert-backed winter car care tips to protect your windshield and avoid frozen or damaged wipers.
@giuliomagnifico20hJellyfish and sea anemones surprisingly sleep like humans, and even take midday napsA new study published in Nature Communications reveals that jellyfish and sea anemones sleep for about one-third of the day, similar to humans, suggesting that sleep evolved long before the brain for cellular repair and stress recovery.
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@move781dOutcry after France’s famed TGV rail service bans children from new premium-class carriage France’s high-speed rail service TGV INOUI has introduced a new premium-class carriage, Optimum, that bans children, causing backlash. The new class, which offers privacy and quiet, is priced at €180 ($211) for a Paris-Lyon route. Critics, including French officials, argue this is discrimination against children, especially concerning as France recorded more deaths than births last year. SNCF, the national rail operator, defends the move, stating that the Optimum class seats represent only 8% of the available space and that the company has always refused to restrict children’s access to certain areas of their trains.
@move781dBay Area Software Rep Loses $176K to Facebook Job ScamThis news article discusses a sophisticated Facebook job scam that tricked a Bay Area software professional into losing her entire $176,000 life savings. The scam used AI-enhanced social engineering and a complex financial pipeline involving bank accounts, wire transfers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and digital wallets. Scammers created an illusion of legitimacy by displaying the victim's actual Facebook messages within a fabricated app. The incident highlights the growing threat of organized criminal enterprises using advanced technical capabilities for impersonation scams.
@move781dJapan’s hottest souvenir? A $2 pair of striped socks from a convenience store Japan’s FamilyMart convenience store chain has become a cultural phenomenon, offering tourists more than just snacks and essentials. The brand has launched tours, clothing lines, and popular striped socks that have become a hot souvenir. These socks, part of the Convenience Wear line, are simple yet well-made, with antibacterial and deodorizing properties, and have sold 1.4 million pairs in their first year. FamilyMart’s success highlights the appeal of convenience stores as a slice of local culture and the growing trend of shopping for unique, locally-made goods while traveling.
@Sassyfeeds1dBest Excuses to Call Out Sick From Work That Employers Actually Believe - Sassy FeedsNot sure what excuse to use when calling out sick? This article covers the most believable sick day reasons and how to communicate them professionally.
@taliesyn2dArctic blast probably won't cause trees to explode in the cold — but here's what happens if and when they do go boom
Slyke avatar@Slyke2dLessons From Japan's Demographic Collapse || Peter ZeihanThis video discusses Japan's demographic challenges and the lessons that can be learned from its long-term population decline.
@Sassyfeeds3dFun Family Activities to Do at Home on Snow Days - Sassy FeedsSnow days don’t have to mean boredom. ❄️ From cozy movie marathons and baking projects to board games and creative crafts, these fun family activities make staying home on a snowy day warm, memorable, and stress-free.
@taliesyn3dAncient Mummified Cheetahs Found in Saudi Caves Rewrite the Species’ Historyseven naturally preserved cheetahs discovered in northern Saudi Arabia reveal that the Arabian Peninsula once hosted multiple cheetah lineages.
@move784dRare octopus spotted on Tenby's North Beach before vanishing A photographer in Tenby, Wales, unexpectedly spotted a rare common octopus during a seaside walk. The octopus buried itself in the sand and vanished, showcasing its camouflage abilities. This sighting comes after a record number of octopuses were seen in UK waters last year, attributed to warmer winters linked to climate change.
@taliesyn4dAging Out of Fucks: The Neuroscience of Why You Suddenly Can’t Pretend AnymoreWelcome to what I call the Great Unfuckening—that point in midlife when your capacity to pretend, perform, and please others starts shorting out like an electrical system that’s finally had enough.
@move785dFour shark attacks in two days. Why Australia’s beaches are so dangerous this year A spate of shark attacks in New South Wales, Australia, has led to the closure of around 40 beaches. Four separate incidents involving bull sharks have occurred within 48 hours, prompting warnings to stay out of the water. The recent heavy rainfall has caused murky waters, which is a perfect condition for bull sharks to feed. Experts suggest that the threat may persist until the water clears and the sharks move away.
@move785dWorld’s oldest monastic brewery to be sold as German beer sales slideThe world’s oldest monastic brewery, Germany’s Weltenburger, is being sold to Munich brewers Schneider Weisse due to declining German beer sales. The sale includes the Bischofshof brewery, preserving an important piece of Bavarian brewing tradition and keeping 21 jobs in the region. The purchase aims to prevent the complete closure of the breweries and maintain the production of award-winning lager and signature dark brews at the historic Weltenburg Abbey.