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A humorous yet deeply personal comic post that uses simple drawings and candid narrative to explore themes of depression, isolation, and the absurdities of daily life.
Regarding and Well Against Substack
A sharp, analytical essay that critiques Substack’s business model and its effects on independent journalism, challenging the new norms of digital publishing.
Voices on Addiction & Harm Reduction
A poignant collection of essays and interviews that explore addiction and harm reduction, offering honest, human stories and compassionate insights into recovery.
East Village Friday, New York
A visually rich photo essay capturing the eclectic style and vibrant street culture of New York’s East Village on a lively Friday.
Kendrick Is Not Your Savior
A provocative opinion piece questioning the elevation of Kendrick Lamar to a messianic status, challenging the cultural narratives that surround celebrity and art.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew Tseng
A striking feature that highlights the innovative artwork of Andrew Tseng, exploring his creative process and his contribution to contemporary visual culture.
Mushroom References
A comprehensive resource exploring the fascinating world of fungi—from cultivation techniques to their broader ecological and cultural significance.
Going Critical
An interactive narrative that challenges conventional perceptions of art and culture, inviting you to engage with creative disruption through innovative storytelling.
Lunar Baboon
A collection of quirky, hand-drawn comics that humorously capture the absurdities of everyday life, highlighting the idiosyncrasies of human behavior.
Existential Comics
A satirical comic series that blends humor with deep philosophical musings, inviting readers to question life’s big questions while enjoying witty artwork.
Nuclear Fusion Explained
An accessible explanation of nuclear fusion that breaks down complex science into digestible concepts, illuminating how this promising energy source could transform our future.
Critique of Modern Theoretical Physics
A blog offering critical commentary on contemporary theoretical physics, challenging established paradigms and sparking debates within the scientific community.
Smart Home Is an Illusion
An incisive critique of the modern smart home, arguing that the promise of seamless connectivity often falls short of reality while overlooking the human elements of everyday life.
New Insights from a Breakthrough Study
A research breakthrough published in Science Advances offers fresh insights into a complex phenomenon, potentially paving the way for new scientific paradigms and applications.
Favorite 100 Songs of the Decade
A comprehensive, reflective roundup of the top 100 songs that defined a decade, highlighting musical trends and the cultural impact of groundbreaking tracks.
Woke
A provocative essay that critically examines the modern concept of being 'woke,' challenging prevailing notions of identity and social progress through incisive reasoning.
Tatsuo Horiuchi: Excel Artist
A captivating profile of Tatsuo Horiuchi, whose innovative use of a ubiquitous spreadsheet program transforms data into striking works of art.
An Apple a Day Keeps Tinnitus at Bay—and So Might Coffee
A quirky, offbeat look at everyday health tips that mix humor with practical observations about how mundane routines might influence your well-being.
Lessons Learned: Gonzo Capitalism
A candid reflection on the wild journey through unconventional business practices, revealing personal insights and cultural critiques of modern capitalism.
Zanshin
A meditation on the Japanese concept of ‘Zanshin’—a state of relaxed alertness that can enhance focus and mindfulness in everyday life.
Productivity Rain Dances
An unconventional look at boosting productivity that blends creative analogies with effective time-management strategies to help you work smarter.
What's Taking Up Your Mental Bandwidth Right Now?
A reflective inquiry into what occupies your thoughts and cognitive energy, offering strategies to reclaim focus and live with greater clarity.
A Bear Case: My Predictions Regarding AI Progress
A rigorous analysis blending technical insights with philosophical reflection, arguing for a more cautious view on the pace of artificial intelligence development.
Daily Stoic Interview with Ryan Holiday
An engaging interview that blends stoic philosophy with modern self-help, offering insights on resilience, discipline, and how ancient wisdom remains relevant today.
Permanent Habits
An exploration into how to forge habits that endure, highlighting strategies and mindsets that help embed lasting positive routines into your daily life.
Visual Insights Part 2
A follow-up installment in a series that uses detailed diagrams and thoughtful commentary to unpack complex mathematical and physical ideas in a visually engaging way.
Atomic Anomaly Confirmed: Evidence for a New Phenomenon
A scientific update on a confirmed atomic anomaly that could have profound implications for our understanding of particle physics and the fundamental nature of matter.
Misophonia: Beyond Sensory Sensitivity
A thoughtful exploration of misophonia that goes beyond simple sensory irritation to examine its psychological roots and cultural impact.
Defining Aggregators
An incisive analysis of digital aggregators that examines how technology is reshaping markets and consumer habits through the consolidation of content and services.
The 16 Greatest Lessons from 16 Years with Marcus Aurelius
A reflective meditation on the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, delivering sixteen lessons that blend Stoic philosophy with modern self-improvement strategies.
Motivation Physics
An exploration of the fundamental forces behind motivation, comparing personal drive to the natural laws of physics and offering practical insights for change.
Not Giving a Fuck
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Equilibrium and Transformation
A reflective exploration of the themes of equilibrium and transformation, examining how balancing forces can lead to profound ecological and societal change.
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This Map Shows Where to Swap Out Industrial Boilers for Heat Pumps
An analytical report mapping key locations for replacing industrial boilers with energy-efficient heat pumps, underscoring environmental and economic benefits.
The Silent Wave
A contemplative exploration of 'The Silent Wave,' a metaphorical journey into the subtle yet transformative shifts within society and art.
Equinox at Angkor to Fall Between March 21 and 23
A detailed report on the upcoming equinox at Angkor, highlighting its astronomical and cultural significance at this ancient site.
Global Market Shifts Amid Economic Uncertainty
A Financial Times analysis examining the impact of recent global economic trends and uncertainties on market dynamics and investor sentiment.
Command A
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UK NCA Officer Charged Over Alleged Bitcoin Theft in 2017
A news report detailing charges against a UK NCA officer for an alleged Bitcoin theft dating back to 2017, stirring debate on crypto security.
California Man Sentenced for Using Bitcoin to Launder Dark Web MDMA Profits
A detailed news report on a California man’s conviction for using Bitcoin in laundering illicit gains from dark web MDMA sales, highlighting legal and crypto concerns.
LLM Distillation Demystified: A Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide to LLM distillation, detailing the process of compressing large language models while preserving their performance.
Keep Your Finger on the Pulse with QUA: A Pulse-Level Quantum Programming Language
An in-depth look at QUA, a revolutionary pulse-level quantum programming language that promises to transform how quantum algorithms are designed.
Learning Baggage
A deep dive into the concept of 'learning baggage' and how accumulated experiences influence our decisions and personal growth.
How to Weather the Storm
A reflective essay offering practical insights and philosophical musings on how to navigate life’s inevitable challenges and changes.
The Intersection of Design and Psychology
A thoughtful exploration of how design principles converge with psychological insights to shape effective user experiences and innovative problem solving.
Frank Waln on Understanding the Native American Experience Through Hip-Hop
An insightful interview with Frank Waln that delves into how hip-hop articulates Native American heritage and contemporary identity.
Wired Is Dropping Paywalls for FOIA-Based Reporting – Others Should Follow
A critical commentary on Wired’s decision to drop paywalls for FOIA-based reporting, set as a new standard for transparent journalism.
Truth-Seeking Modes
An intellectual journey through diverse modes of truth-seeking, dissecting the methodologies and philosophies that guide our search for knowledge.
The Fermi Paradox
An engaging and detailed exploration of the Fermi Paradox, questioning why, in a vast universe, we have yet to observe evidence of extraterrestrial life.
Thomas Merton on Solitude
A reflective exploration of Thomas Merton’s meditations on solitude, examining how isolation can foster creative growth and spiritual insight.
Why The Guardian Is No Longer Posting on X
An analysis by The Guardian detailing its decision to cease posting on X, examining the evolving dynamics of social media and journalism.
Revealed: Second Kremlin Spy Ring Targeting Russian Dissidents Discovered in UK
A groundbreaking investigation by The Guardian exposes a second Kremlin spy ring in the UK, focused on surveilling Russian dissidents.
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Five Exhibitions to Check Out During Women's History Month
A curated guide highlighting must-see exhibitions celebrating women's contributions to art and culture during Women's History Month.
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Private Eye News
The latest collection of incisive news and satirical commentary from Private Eye, offering a unique perspective on current events.
Despite Acute Housing Need in Bristol, Developers Are Dodging Their Duties
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Issue 142 Spring 2025
The Spring 2025 issue of Slingshot Collective, featuring a diverse range of essays on politics, culture, and social justice.
Distort Zine 58
A product page for Distort Zine 58, showcasing a publication that embodies the DIY and alternative spirit of underground culture.
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A comprehensive Wikipedia entry detailing the history and cultural impact of Punk Planet, an influential punk zine.
Getting in the Way: Facing the Climate Crisis through Direct Action
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Tesla's Targeted Fire Arson
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Davis Lu Kill Switch Eaton Corp
A Futurism report on Davis Lu’s innovative kill switch technology at Eaton Corp, promising new advancements in industrial safety.
Why So Many People Still Have Brain Fog
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Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo: March 2025 – Meaning & Effects
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A unique cultural crossover as Jeremy Corbyn ventures into film critique on Letterboxd, reviewing 'Up a Storm' with his distinct perspective.
XLR8R Has Closed Down Its Subscription Service
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Becoming Led Zeppelin Is the Year's Must-See Music Documentary
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Next Gen Xbox: Everything You Need to Know
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Favorite 100 Songs of the Decade
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Tatsuo Horiuchi: Excel Artist
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An Apple a Day Keeps Tinnitus at Bay—and So Might Coffee
A quirky, offbeat look at everyday health tips that mix humor with practical observations about how mundane routines might influence your well-being.
Lessons Learned: Gonzo Capitalism
A candid reflection on the wild journey through unconventional business practices, revealing personal insights and cultural critiques of modern capitalism.
Zanshin
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Productivity Rain Dances
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A reflective inquiry into what occupies your thoughts and cognitive energy, offering strategies to reclaim focus and live with greater clarity.
A Bear Case: My Predictions Regarding AI Progress
A rigorous analysis blending technical insights with philosophical reflection, arguing for a more cautious view on the pace of artificial intelligence development.
Daily Stoic Interview with Ryan Holiday
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Permanent Habits
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Visual Insights Part 2
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Atomic Anomaly Confirmed: Evidence for a New Phenomenon
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Misophonia: Beyond Sensory Sensitivity
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Defining Aggregators
An incisive analysis of digital aggregators that examines how technology is reshaping markets and consumer habits through the consolidation of content and services.
The 16 Greatest Lessons from 16 Years with Marcus Aurelius
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Motivation Physics
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Equilibrium and Transformation
A reflective exploration of the themes of equilibrium and transformation, examining how balancing forces can lead to profound ecological and societal change.
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Keep Your Finger on the Pulse with QUA: A Pulse-Level Quantum Programming Language
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Learning Baggage
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How to Weather the Storm
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A reflective exploration of Thomas Merton’s meditations on solitude, examining how isolation can foster creative growth and spiritual insight.
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Domitila Chúngara Dies
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Don't build a brand. Live a life.
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Insights into crafting user-centric intelligent agents that blend automation with intuitive design.
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When AI Agents Have Their Own Economy, Everything Changes
AI agents are starting to act independently, which could usher in a fundamentally new type of economic reality in which the technology is more than a tool.
How to Train LLMs to “Think” (o1 & DeepSeek-R1)
Advanced reasoning models explained
Natural rock weathering captures carbon over millennia. Chemists just reduced it to weeks.
How Solana accomplished one of Web3’s most remarkable recoveries
The moves that embodied Solana’s transition to “the people’s chain”
High Infidelity
Against the steady creep of AI into cinema
Kava Unveils the Largest Decentralized AI Model, Ushering in a New Era for the Crypto x AI Space
AI versus the brain and the race for general intelligence
We already have an example of general intelligence, and it doesn't look like AI.
TRON DAO Fuels Web3 Growth at ETH Denver 2025, Golden Sponsor of CUBE Summit
TRON DAO's role at CUBE Summit underscores its commitment to nurturing the next generation of Web3 leaders and fostering innovative blockchain projects.
Arc Institute’s new AI can read and write the code of life
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Thailand Prepares to Install Floating Solar Plants at Eight Dams
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Honor announces Alpha Strategy at MWC 2025, pledging $10 billion for AI ecosystem development
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Moonwatt secures $8.3M to dial up solar’s staying power with sodium-ion storage
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High Schools Training Students for Manual Labor as AI Looms Over College and Jobs
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Big banks abandoned a voluntary climate alliance. Now, critics are calling for new laws.
Environmental groups say state and international policymakers must step up to stop fossil fuel financing.
So … Russia no longer a cyber threat to America?
Mixed messages from Pentagon, CISA as Trump gets pally with Putin and Kremlin strikes US critical networks
Opera browser unveils AI agent that handles online tasks for you
Opera said the feature heralds a “new paradigm” in the history of browsing
Carbon Capture Scale Up Brings New Problems to the Midwest
Sequestration subsidies are a boon for ethanol. But the agricultural system and technology it relies on pose risks.
Years After the Early Death of a Math Genius, Her Ideas Gain New Life
A new proof extends the work of the late Maryam Mirzakhani, cementing her legacy as a pioneer of alien mathematical realms.
Why Doesn’t My Model Work? (Or, Notes From the Algorithmically Dispossessed)
For an Amazonian female shaman, ayahuasca ceremonies are a rite and a business
For an Amazonian female shaman, ayahuasca ceremonies are a rite and a business