More than 600 communities across the U.S. have decided to build their own broadband networks after decades of predatory behavior, slow speeds, and high prices by regional telecom monopolies.That in…
The Federal Communications Commission today voted to move ahead with a plan that would restore net neutrality rules and common-carrier regulation of Internet service providers....
The French supermarket chain Carrefour has put labels on its shelves this week warning shoppers of “shrinkflation”, the phenomenon where manufacturers reduce pack sizes rather than increase prices....
Standing in front of a massive state flag on Saturday, Claver Kamau-Imani outlined his utopian vision of a Nation of Texas that he believes is just on the horizon....
Kbin seems to have many open source and programming experts. And probably many experts in A.I. . I am curious about learning to use and develop (train?) an open source A.I. as a learning exercise....
I’m doing some classic sci-fi working my way through Heinlein’s books, The Moon is a Harsh Mistress was great, Have Space Suit Will Travel was a fun romp, and Starship Troopers is excellent, so much better than the movie, which was also fun.
President Joe Biden came out with a fiery defense against Special Counsel Robert Hur's report that questioned his mental acuity and suggested his memory could be "hazy."
Rick and Morty‘s Season 7 is set to wrap on Dec. 17, and ahead of its finale, showrunner and executive producer Scott Marder is teasing what’s ahead for the Adult Swim animated series....
Exo-Squad: Cool powered armor suits that had launchers and cool gadgets
MASK - Transforming vehicles and characters with special helmet tech
And of course original, Star Wars, and Transformers, I can distinctly remember playing outside in the snow with my Hoth playset in the middle of a Minnesota winter.
Minesota here, but you do have to contend with a week or so of -40F in the winter pretty regularly. Breathing hurts and your skin turns to the dessert, but man, those fall nights...
The sky is exploding over Germany 9/12/2023! Scary sounds and lightsThis channel lists natural disasters such as:- Meteorological emergencies: Tornado, Typho...
Larian's Baldur's Gate 3 is poised to be one of the biggest cinematic role-playing games in years & many devs are criticizing the scale/scope of it!...
Comcast, Centurylink Fail To Derail Community-Owned Gigabit Fiber Network In Bountiful, Utah (www.techdirt.com)
More than 600 communities across the U.S. have decided to build their own broadband networks after decades of predatory behavior, slow speeds, and high prices by regional telecom monopolies.That in…
Two-thirds of CEOs think staff will return to office five days a week, survey finds (www.theguardian.com)
Most company leaders also believe pay and promotions could become linked to workplace attendance
FCC moves ahead with Title II net neutrality rules in 3-2 party-line vote (arstechnica.com)
The Federal Communications Commission today voted to move ahead with a plan that would restore net neutrality rules and common-carrier regulation of Internet service providers....
Carrefour puts ‘shrinkflation’ price warnings on food to shame brands (www.theguardian.com)
The French supermarket chain Carrefour has put labels on its shelves this week warning shoppers of “shrinkflation”, the phenomenon where manufacturers reduce pack sizes rather than increase prices....
Texas secessionists feel more emboldened than ever (www.texastribune.org)
Standing in front of a massive state flag on Saturday, Claver Kamau-Imani outlined his utopian vision of a Nation of Texas that he believes is just on the horizon....
What are some of your lesser-known, favourite TV series?
See title.
What do YOU recommend if I want to start learning open source A.I.?
Kbin seems to have many open source and programming experts. And probably many experts in A.I. . I am curious about learning to use and develop (train?) an open source A.I. as a learning exercise....
If you could permanently change ONE thing about the world right now what would it be and why?
As asked
Marvel's Avengers receives hulking discount ahead of delisting (www.eurogamer.net)
It's now available on Steam with a 90 percent discount for just £2.99. Similarly, on PSN and Xbox it's £4.49....
Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs will start manufacturing its first two drugs (www.dallasnews.com)
Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company will begin manufacturing two drugs at its Deep Ellum facility this week.
Apple Orders ‘Neuromancer’ Series Based on William Gibson Novel (variety.com)
Apple TV+ has ordered a series adaptation of the William Gibson novel "Neuromancer," Variety has learned.
Danish artist told to repay museum €67,000 after turning in blank canvasses (www.bbc.com)
Jens Haaning was given €71,000 by a Danish museum to create art, but sent it blank canvasses.
Peacock Lost $825 Million in Final 2023 Quarter (www.indiewire.com)
The NBCUniversal streaming service ended the year with 31 million subscribers.
I didn't want a motorcycle until today ... (www.msn.com)
Big power, weird motor...
OC What are you reading right now?
What the title says. What books are you reading? Or if not books, what are some interesting articles you've read lately?...
President Biden reacts to special counsel's comments about his memory (abcnews.go.com)
President Joe Biden came out with a fiery defense against Special Counsel Robert Hur's report that questioned his mental acuity and suggested his memory could be "hazy."
‘Rick And Morty’ Showrunner Teases “A Full 10 Season Saga” (deadline.com)
Rick and Morty‘s Season 7 is set to wrap on Dec. 17, and ahead of its finale, showrunner and executive producer Scott Marder is teasing what’s ahead for the Adult Swim animated series....
What were your favorite scifi toys? (www.scifijapan.com)
LGT a list of old Bandai toys - what were your favorite scifi-related toys? I had Star Wars guys and Transformers.
Star Wars C-3PO actor Anthony Daniels is selling film memorabilia (www.bbc.com)
Anthony Daniels, who played C-3PO, could sell the famous gold helmet he wore at auction for £1m.
65 Days til Halloween! (64.media.tumblr.com)
https://pizzacakecomic.com/
The sky is exploding over Germany 9/12/2023! Scary sounds and lights (youtu.be)
The sky is exploding over Germany 9/12/2023! Scary sounds and lightsThis channel lists natural disasters such as:- Meteorological emergencies: Tornado, Typho...
Insomniac, Blizzard, Obsidian Devs Attack Baldur's Gate 3 Scope, Call it "Rockstar-Like Nonsense"... (www.youtube.com)
Larian's Baldur's Gate 3 is poised to be one of the biggest cinematic role-playing games in years & many devs are criticizing the scale/scope of it!...