Ten years ago, on July 29, 2014, I was going to use the free video rental coupon in a 1998 phone book. I was going to bring the entire phone book with me, and tear out the coupon right in…
The next time you drink a Pepsi, you are actually consuming something called “Digestion Soda.” You may have seen an article going around saying: “Pepsi fans just realizing drink’s original name that ‘sounds like a rock album'”. I’ll save you…
If you’re looking for an alternative to Google, there are several options worth considering. Diverse Tech Geek, a well-respected technology blog, recently published a post titled “Google alternatives – 2024 edition” where he discusses a couple of notable search engines:…
The underlying message of this graphic is to caution people against sharing personal information through social media prompts. When read together, the answers form the phrase: "STOP GIVING PEOPLE YOUR PERSONAL INFO TO GUESS YOUR PASSWORD AND SECURITY QUESTIONS." However,…
Do you have a friend or loved one who adores libraries? For their upcoming birthday, consider creating a unique and thoughtful gift by wrapping their present in custom-made wrapping paper featuring a design inspired by the date stamps found in…
"We are here on Earth to fart around, and don’t let anybody tell you any different." - Kurt Vonnegut. How embracing the joy in the ordinary moments, like a laid-back baseball game, can enrich our lives.
Discover a new way to experience art with Good Things Vending. These unique machines across Chicago offer affordable, handcrafted items from nearly 200 local artists. #SupportLocalArtists #ChicagoArt
Who knew a train could do more than chug along tracks? Astrotrain can split open into a giant claw! See how Transformers can surprise you in unexpected ways.
Stumbled upon a striking visual parallel: an Ancient Egyptian funeral shroud & the Master Control Program from 'Tron'. Both showcase faces at their core but are centuries apart in creation. One rooted in the past, the other in digital dystopia.
Imagine having a bullet list of your favorite artworks at the Art Institute, ready for your next visit. Plus, get alerts on display changes. I might actually be able to write a program that does this.
Cicadas come out when the soil temperature is 65 degrees at 8 inches deep. A handful of tools will tell you the current soil temperature and forecast the upcoming soil temperature.
