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5 times Biden’s off-the-cuff remarks have landed him in diplomatic hot water
Politico Picks,
Biden has repeatedly revealed his inner thinking on sensitive foreign policy matters — despite his aides’ attempts to maintain strict messaging discipline.
Biden's climate and tribal goals conflict on California's coast
The Biden administration has proposed a marine sanctuary and leased development rights to offshore wind companies off the Central Coast.
Adorable capybara dramatically rescued from storm drain
Boing Boing,
Watch this capybara, stuck in a storm drain, getting rescued last month by first responders in Biguaçu, Brazil. I feel terrible for the poor creature, but I'm thrilled that the sweet capy was ok in the end. The Dodo explains what happened: Unable to lift the heavy grate using their strength, the crew from the Biguaçu Fire Department deployed the "jaws of life" to pry it up. — Read the rest
A Mother’s Grief in New Haven
The New Yorker,
Laquvia Jones lost both of her sons to shootings. Now she wonders why a city with a deep sense of community—and one of the wealthiest universities in the world—can’t figure out how to address gun violence.
The Michigan Sign-Stealing Story Is the Perfect College-Football Scandal
The whole thing is stupid, which is why it’s all such good news, even for Michigan.
The Art of Bouldering
People tend to be initially confused by the concept of bouldering, just as they are with my profession.
Watch this terrific soundcheck by Prince and the New Power Generation, from 1991
This has to be one of the best soundchecks of all time! Watch Prince and the New Power Generation performing a soundcheck at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, on July 19, 1991 ahead of their show at the opening ceremony of the 1991 Special Olympics. — Read the rest
Kwumsy, a keyboard with a built-in display for your computer
Kwumsy is a mechanical keyboard with a built-in 1920×720 touchscreen display and one of various similar designs, folding and flat. Connecting via USB-C or HDMI, it has a USB hub, card reader and an m.2 slot for more storage. The multifunctional touchscreen gaming mechanical keyboard with extended screen features a resolution of 1920*720 IPS 60Hz in a 13 inches touchscreen.High — Read the rest