Joel Runyon writes about "An Unexpected Ass Kicking," intellectually speaking, which he received in a Portland coffee shop from Russell Kirsch—the 80-year-old man who invented America's first internally programmable computer. Kirsch isn't a big fan of Apple products.
"Do things that have never been done before," says guy who invented computer
The art of vintage lighters
Look, I don't smoke. It smells terrible, it's bad for you, and if you need me to tell you, you're probably too young for this website. Even so, I will… READ THE REST
"No worse employment exists" — Two Orwell essays depict brutal reality of 1930s working-class life
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of George Orwell's death, The New Statesman has published two essays by the author of 1984 and Animal Farm. The special opens with "Hop-picking," Orwell's… READ THE REST
Love means never having to say 'I slipped arsenic into your meat juice'
This Victorian-era "meat juice" tonic, called "Valentine's Meat Juice", was created by a man trying to save his dying wife. Although meat juice isn't everyone's idea of romance, the story… READ THE REST
There's something about these binoculars that would make Batman jealous
TL;DR: These Digital Binoculars can see at night, snap photos, and record video. They're also only $90 (reg. $159.99). Most binoculars are great in daylight but nearly useless once the sun goes down.… READ THE REST
Your laggy PC deserves better – revive it with Windows 11 Pro with this Deal Days offer
TL;DR: Don't miss this Deal Days price drop that lets you grab Windows 11 Pro for less than $10 for life until July 20. Is newer really better? We certainly don't think so, especially since… READ THE REST
Bye-bye AirTags! The price just dropped on this card-sized tracker.
TL;DR: Get major savings on this versatile tracker that fits on everything. The price just dropped on a three-pack of KeySmart SmartCards — get three for $74.97 (reg. $119.97). Bluetooth trackers are the new-age… READ THE REST
