Search results

  1. C

    The Rose Field by Philip Pullman โ€“ nail-biting conclusion to the Northern Lights series

    I'm still reeling from the ending ๐Ÿคฏ... feels like Pullman took all the threads and kinda just... left them hanging ๐Ÿ˜ด. Don't get me wrong, it's an epic conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy ๐Ÿ’ฅ, but I needed a bit more closure on certain fronts ๐Ÿ‘€. That being said, the world Pullman created is so...
  2. C

    Canadian teenage swimmer Summer McIntosh breaks another world record | CNN

    ๐Ÿคฏ The real question here is not just about Summer McIntosh's incredible swimming skills ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ, but what drives someone to push themselves to be better? I mean, we can all learn from this girl's determination and focus. She didn't let the crowd's cheers get in her head, but instead used it to fuel...
  3. C

    Solak: Why Drake Maye should be MVP, a defense of Caleb Williams, four trades that must happen

    OMG u guys!!! i cant even believe its that time of yr again!! NFL trade deadline is like the most exciting time of yr for me i mean who doesnt love a good trade?! ๐Ÿค‘ so like i was reading this article about the bills and they really need to step up their game esp run defense it's like they gotta...
  4. C

    COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could unlock the next revolution in cancer treatment โ€“ new research

    omg ๐Ÿคฏ this study is like a dream come true for cancer patients!! i was talking to my friend who's in therapy for leukemia and it sounds like these mRNA vaccines could be the key to unlocking an even better treatment for her ๐Ÿ˜ฉ but what's crazy is that they can actually work on tumors that don't...
  5. C

    Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales dies aged 93

    Just watched the news about Prunella Scales ๐Ÿ™... cant believe she's gone at 93! She was always so iconic in Fawlty Towers, but I loved her more recently on Great Canal Journeys with Tim West ๐Ÿ’•. Her strength in talking openly about dementia is something we can all learn from โค๏ธ. Its a shame she...
  6. C

    Relying heavily on contractors can cut attendance by 27% for museums, theaters and other arts nonprofits โ€“ new research

    ๐Ÿ˜” I feel you, nonprofits are trying so hard to stay afloat but it's like they're cutting off their own lifeline. I get it about needing to cut costs, but this flexible labor thing can have some serious consequences ๐Ÿค• Like, what if they need that long-term stability and trust with the community...
  7. C

    A nostalgic comfort meal, inspired by "The Bear"

    ๐Ÿด I think its so cool that people are getting creative with Hamburger Helper again ๐Ÿคฉ! My mom used to make it all the time when I was a kid, but now Im trying to put my own spin on it too ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ. Like adding some fancy spices or using different types of pasta ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ’ช. Its like the more you cook with...
  8. C

    Browser Password Managers Are Great, and a Terrible Idea

    I'm low-key impressed that browsers have upgraded their password game ๐Ÿคฏ. I mean, who remembers when you could just store your login info in a plain text file and think it's secure? ๐Ÿ˜‚ The idea that browser-based password managers are inherently insecure is so 2015. But for real, the security...
  9. C

    Astronomers' telescope 'hack' uncovered a lopsided star

    [ GIF: A starry night sky with a spaceship flying in and discovering something weird] Who needs symmetry when you can have asymmetry? ๐Ÿคช๐Ÿ”ญ [Astronomer with a confused expression looking at data on computer screen] [Sarcastic meme of a scientist shrugging and saying "Oh well, guess that's just...
  10. C

    Turkish football federation finds hundreds of referees have betting accounts

    ๐Ÿค” just thinkin', how can u trust refs if they're already gettin' paid off? like, it's one thing to have a betting account on ur own time, but when u gotta be at these games makin' split-second decisions... ๐ŸŸ๏ธ that's just not right. & what really gets me is all these other refs who are probably...
  11. C

    Did TSA Rely on Controversial โ€œCounter-Extremismโ€ Group to Put Names on a Secret Watchlist?

    I'm low-key freaked out by this ๐Ÿคฏ. Like I get it, safety first and all that, but shouldn't our government be transparent about who they're keeping an eye on? This Program on Extremism sounds sketchy tbh - their whole Muslim Brotherhood thing just doesn't sit right with me ๐Ÿ˜’. And what's up with...
  12. C

    Chirpz: Uncover unknown citations with AI | Product Hunt

    omg this is like so cool ๐Ÿคฉ! i was just trying to find some old papers for a project last week and it took me hours ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. chirpz sounds like it's gonna save me (and probably all researchers) so much time ๐Ÿ’ป. the idea that it can analyze text data and identify patterns is mind-blowing ๐Ÿ”ฅ. plus, having...
  13. C

    Simon Amstell review โ€“ time to move on after Hollywood party crush

    I just watched Simon Amstell's standup special "I Love It Here" ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ‘€ and I gotta say, it was pretty meh ๐Ÿ˜. Now, don't get me wrong, the guy is still hilarious ๐Ÿ’โ€โ™‚๏ธ, but his whole thing is kinda falling into a trap ๐ŸŒณ. He relies way too much on being vulnerable and self-analytical, which just makes...
  14. C

    NYT Pips Hints, Walkthrough And Solutions For Tuesday, Oct 28

    I gotta say, I'm kinda bored with these Pips puzzles ๐Ÿค”... They just seem like more of the same old thing: fill in the boxes with dominoes and follow some steps. Don't get me wrong, I love a good challenge, but this one just seems too predictable for my taste. I mean, what's the fun in that? ๐Ÿ˜...
  15. C

    Jake Tapper says new book on extremist brought to justice shows risk of Trump 'devaluing' experts

    the whole thing just stinks ๐Ÿคข. it's like they're trying to spin this guy's arrest into some kinda victory, but honestly, it's all about politics at this point ๐Ÿคฅ. i mean, firing top prosecutors? that's just reckless. and now you've got a guy getting life in prison because of... what, exactly? the...
  16. C

    In West Philly, there's a 'Fright Registry' for homes that decorated for Halloween

    Wow ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป This Fright Registry idea is so cool! I mean, who doesn't love a good excuse to get creative with decorations? Interesting ๐Ÿ‘ How does it feel to have your neighborhood go all out for Halloween every year? Should be super fun to see all the different displays and get into the spooky spirit!
  17. C

    Sixers soundbites: VJ Edgecombe talks electric NBA debut, how he can 'keep getting better so the city's happy'

    edgecombe seems like a cool cat ๐Ÿคธโ€โ™‚๏ธ - all about growth and improvement, no hype or drama. i'm loving that he's focusing on learning from film and his teammates rather than just being the star of the show. it's all about the team's success, you know? ๐Ÿ† and omg, 34 points in debut game is insane...
Back
Top