Well isn't that just lovely. [BBC]
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10:36 am Wed
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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This solar-powered device will keep you connected during an emergency
Handheld radios might seem a bit archaic, but in an emergency situation, few things will keep you as reliably connected to the outside world. This Emergency Multi-Function Radio & Flashlight takes the utility of the tried-and-true radio and combines it with a powerful flashlight and self-sufficient energy system. It’s available in the Boing Boing Store for […]
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Start building apps with this 30-hour Python training
Few programming languages boast the versatility and user-friendliness of Python, which is why it’s the first language of choice for many aspiring programmers. Regardless of your experience level, you can take the first step to becoming Python-savvy with the Python 3 Bootcamp Bundle, available in the Boing Boing Store for $35 this week. Featuring more than […]
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Start a cybersecurity career with this course and e-book bundle
We live during a time where cyberattacks regularly make news headlines, so it should come as no surprise that cybersecurity professionals are experiencing a surge in demand at even the entry level, making now the ideal time to learn the tools of the trade if you’re considering a career switch. The 2018 Supercharged Cybersecurity Bundle offers […]
