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McGST Podcast Episode 11 (Covidiots)
In this quick episode I discuss Covid-19 and the reasons why so many countries are experiencing second waves, and potentially second lockdowns. To me, it is all down to Covidiots. Music by Tom Munch (tommunch.com)
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The Pandemmys
Introducing THE PANDEMMYS: Celebrating the most breathtaking achievements of this pandemic season! VOTE BELOW to choose the wrongest Trump prediction, the biggest anti-mask freakout, the most bogus cure, and more! Winners will be announced on Monday, September 21st. You might… Read More ›
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Reminiscences on the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
I owe Ruth Ginsburg a great deal. My grades were pretty good when she hired me the first time, but, as she herself often admitted, two things got me over the hump in competition with all the other law students… Read More ›
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When you browse Instagram and find former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s passport number
So you know when you’re flopping about at home, minding your own business, drinking from your water bottle in a way that does not possess any intent to subvert the Commonwealth of Australia? It’s a feeling I know all too… Read More ›
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Old dancing + new music = fun
Something to brighten up your Saturday a little.
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Comedy wildlife photography awards
There is an excellent, and amusing, selection of winning photographs here which are well worth checking out. Thanks to Bob for the link.
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Dark Noise
Each of the 40+ high quality sounds features a delightfully animated icon that brings the sound to life. Create custom mixes for an endless variety of soundscapes. Deep integrations with iOS make it easier than ever to start an ambient… Read More ›
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The end of the Lightning connector?
On September 15, Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch SE, iPad Air 2020 and iPad 8th Generation. That last product retains the Lightning connector, but only because it’s based off the same system architecture used in 2018’s… Read More ›
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Explaining the cost of US healthcare to British people
In the UK, an ambulance callout costs you £0 in medical bills. The birth of your child costs you £0 in medical bills. In the USA, it’s a different story. We asked members of the public to guess how much… Read More ›
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You have to look at this holistically…
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