Well isn't that just lovely. [BBC]
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Jul 10, 2013
French invent sarcasm detector
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Inspired Christmas baubles for a surveillance business-model Xmas
Remember when Internet Person JWZ began to append sarcastic messages to the “This building monitored by CCTV” sign that appeared without warning in his lobby (“FEAR THE UNKNOWN – MONSTERS ARE REAL” “DON’T SUSPECT YOUR NEIGHBOR: REPORT HIM!” “DRONE STRIKES AUTHORIZED 7PM – 5AM”)? Eventually he got bored of it, but he’s brought it back […]
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EB White explains his dachshund's license status
Letters of Note (whose book was spectacular) publishes this arch, sarcastic letter from EB “Charlotte’s Web” White to the ASPCA about whether his dachshund, Minnie, is duly licensed.
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Judge exercises extreme sarcasm on US Bank
Georgia Judge Dennis Blackmon has rejected a petition from U.S. Bank to throw out a complaint from a homeowner whose mortgage the bank refused to modify, without explanation. The judge didn’t mince words on his opinion of the bank’s motion: The order lays the case out like this: Phillips is in danger of foreclosure. U.S. […]
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Focus in on a photography career with this online course
Ever wondered what it takes to make the transition from amateur photography to a full career? If you answered “a better camera,” you’re half right. Before you get the equipment, get the know-how to use it with the Hollywood Art Institute Photography Course & Certification. Taught by experienced pros, this course is geared towards shutterbugs […]
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Learning piano is as easy as ABC (DEFG) with this new approach
Anyone can learn piano, but don’t tell that to the bored kids who had to endure hours of “Chopsticks” and similar drills in their music lessons. Today, there’s a better way. Pianoforall lets you jump right in to discover what makes music fun, leaving you eager to learn more. In a simple but innovative approach, […]
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This color-matching widget takes the guesswork out of painting
There are two times you never want to just “eyeball” it: Conducting brain surgery and matching shades of paint for your walls. Whether you’re painting or repainting, make sure you’re never just “close enough” to the color you want. Not when the Nix Mini Color Sensor can scan and match any color perfectly. Small enough […]
