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The home of great writing, the new medium?

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Tech services tested and compared/

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News and opinions from the saturated fat of the web. Readers beware! MSM with a far-left bent.

Bill Clinton’s In Trouble

14 January 2026 @ 9:02 pm

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'People Are Livid': Labour MPs In Despair As Starmer's Latest U-Turn Sparks Fresh Crisis

14 January 2026 @ 5:28 pm

Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street to attend the weekly Prime Ministers' Questions session in parliament in London, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street to attend the weekly Prime Ministers' Questions session in parliament in London, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)2026 wasn’t supposed to be like this for Keir Starmer.Downing Street had planned, according to the prime minister’s top spin doctor Tim Allan, a “strong start” to the New Year.

Kids And Teen Accounts On YouTube Are Changing – Here's What Parents Should Know

14 January 2026 @ 4:06 pm

YouTube has revealed it’s changing children’s accounts in the UK to help parents keep kids safer online. The update comes as the UK government faces growing calls to follow in Australia’s footsteps and ban social

Here's what people think of the first Autistic Barbie

14 January 2026 @ 3:51 pm

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Tired All The Time? 6 Conditions To Consider Checking For

14 January 2026 @ 3:20 pm

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14 January 2026 @ 3:03 pm

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Elon Musk Has Backed Down In The Row Over Sexualised Images On Grok, Says Keir Starmer

14 January 2026 @ 1:01 pm

FILE - Elon Musk attends the finals for the NCAA wrestling championship, Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, file)FILE - Elon Musk attends the finals for the NCAA wrestling championship, Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, file)Elon Musk has backed down in the row over sexualised images of women and children being produc

'They Left The Country Screwed': Starmer Makes PMQs Sex Joke As He Defends Latest U-Turn

14 January 2026 @ 12:36 pm

Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch at PMQsKeir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch at PMQsKeir Starmer made a sex joke in the Commons as he defended his latest U-turn.The prime minister was attacked by Tory leader Kemi Badenoch after it was announced new digital ID cards will no longer be compulsory for anyone seeking work in the UK.Incredibly, it is the 13th major policy U-turn the PM has made since Labour won the 202

A Little-Known Part Of Your Brain Could Keep You Strong As You Age

14 January 2026 @ 12:28 pm

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Boost Your Morning Routine With This Stress-Busting Coffee Upgrade

14 January 2026 @ 12:20 pm

Adaptogenic coffeeAdaptogenic coffeeI’m one of coffee’s biggest fans, but one thing it is not typically good for is helping people feel less stressed. In fact, for all its focus-boosting, stimulating goodness; caffeine also raises your cortisol (stress hormone) levels too. So my beloved, tasty, life-giving coffee comes with a cost. But for my fellow coffee-lovers out there,

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A mindful blog for mindful people.

A Simple Workout Tracker That Actually Makes You Want to Keep Going

17 October 2025 @ 1:33 pm

Most fitness apps today feel like they’re trying to do too much. They ask for your email, require a subscription, track your steps, and flood you with features that sound nice but rarely help you stay consistent. That’s why a tool like this browser-based workout tracker feels refreshing. It’s a lightweight, no-login, no-data-collection kind of… The post A Simple Workout Tracker That Actually Makes You Want to Keep Going appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic)

15 October 2025 @ 2:21 pm

The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic) If you love a glass of wine on the patio, at a picnic, or by the pool, you’ve probably learned the hard way that glass and gravity don’t mix. The best unbreakable wine glasses combine the elegance of real… The post The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic) appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Materials Used in Roof Replacement: What You Should Know

21 August 2025 @ 7:50 pm

Replacing your roof is a big deal. It’s one of those home projects you don’t do often, but when it’s time, the choices can feel overwhelming. The biggest question? Which roofing material should you go with. Each option has its own style, lifespan, and price tag. Let’s break down the most common materials so you… The post Materials Used in Roof Replacement: What You Should Know appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Preparing for a Las Vegas Red Carpet Event

9 August 2025 @ 12:30 am

Las Vegas thrives on spectacle—where glittering lights, unforgettable experiences, and high-profile gatherings are part of the city’s DNA. Whether it’s a film premiere, corporate gala, product launch, or charity fundraiser, a red carpet event here can elevate your brand, impress your guests, and generate media buzz that lasts long after the night ends. But creating… The post Preparing for a Las Vegas Red Carpet Event appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Why Health Insurance Costs So Much in New York – And What You Can Do About It

8 August 2025 @ 11:47 pm

For many New Yorkers, health insurance premiums can feel like paying a second mortgage. The question of why health insurance is so expensive in the state has no single answer; factors such as higher medical costs, state regulations, and limited provider networks all contribute to the issue. In our years helping New York families navigate… The post Why Health Insurance Costs So Much in New York – And What You Can Do About It appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

5 Best Sparkling Wine Wineries to Visit in Napa Valley

10 June 2025 @ 3:49 pm

When people think of Napa Valley, bold Cabernet Sauvignon often steals the spotlight. But tucked among the iconic vineyards are some incredible sparkling wine producers that rival anything you’ll find in Champagne, France. While U.S. winemakers can’t legally label their bottles “Champagne” unless grandfathered in, the traditional method—AKA méthode traditionnelle—is alive and well in Napa,… The post 5 Best Sparkling Wine Wineries to Visit in Napa Valley appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

“She Was My Sister”: Emily Coupe on Grief, Growth, and the Ghost of Red Wreckage

20 May 2025 @ 3:10 pm

It’s late afternoon in Silver Lake when Emily Coupe opens the door to her sunlit apartment, guitar case still open from a morning writing session. The Australian-American indie pop artist greets me barefoot, her long curls piled into a loose bun. She’s preparing for her next solo EP—what she calls her “most honest music yet”—but… The post “She Was My Sister”: Emily Coupe on Grief, Growth, and the Ghost of Red Wreckage appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage

4 April 2025 @ 12:58 pm

In a world where fame is curated and chaos is constant, Cassidy Sanders has built a reputation as one of indie music’s most dynamic artist managers. Known for her calm presence and fierce loyalty to the creatives she represents, Sanders doesn’t just manage schedules—she manages energy, boundaries, and the emotional weight of the spotlight. I… The post Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World​?

20 March 2025 @ 6:28 pm

Earth Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a global reminder that small actions can lead to lasting change. Around the world, people celebrate by planting trees, cleaning up local communities, and pushing for stronger environmental policies. But not every country observes it the same way.  Curious about how Earth Day is… The post How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World​? appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Prisoners write letters of advice to their younger selves and the result is striking

15 February 2025 @ 6:34 pm

The factors that make up the horror that is the American prison system includes the ineptitude of the poorly underfunded public defenders. It is estimated that public defenders take on 1000 clients per year (more than 3 per day, every day), when they should have no more than 150 per year. This leads to underprepared… The post Prisoners write letters of advice to their younger selves and the result is striking appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

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Essays and articles with a eclectic edge.

The Best of the Best Ofs

1 January 2026 @ 1:19 pm

The Best of the Best OfsLinks by Albert Chu’s Best of 2025The Sunday Long Read’s Best of 2025David Brooks’ Best Nonfiction Essays of the YearBusinessweek’s Jealousy List

150 Great Articles and Essays from 2025

30 December 2025 @ 3:35 pm

150 Great Articles and Essays from 2025Click through for a huge collection of the net’s best journalism and nonfiction from 2025

We’re on Substack

13 May 2025 @ 8:11 am

We’re on SubstackSubscribe to our Substack for hand-picked reading lists of the best nonfiction from around the net, delivered straight to your inbox.

5 Great Essays about Death

11 May 2025 @ 8:25 pm

5 Great Essays about DeathHow to Practice by Ann Patchett - I wanted to get rid of my possessions, because possessions stood between me and deathIf My Dying Daughter Could Face Her Mortality, Why Couldn’t the Rest of Us? by Sarah Wildman - She turned to me and asked, “What if this is the best I ever feel again?” Three hundred and seventy-six days later, she was dead.

40 Classic Articles that Became Films

8 May 2025 @ 8:29 am

40 Classic Articles that Became FilmsClick through for a huge collection of cinematic nonfiction

5 Great Articles about Climate Change

15 April 2025 @ 2:37 pm

5 Great Articles about Climate ChangeThe Science of Climate Change Explained by Julia Rosen - Definitive answers to the big QuestionsHow Soon Might the Atlantic Ocean Break? by Sandra Upson - A gigantic, weather-defining current system could be headed to collapseHas the Amazon Reached Its ‘Tipping Point’? by Alex Cua

Frank Bures’ Favourite Articles

10 April 2025 @ 9:27 am

Frank Bures’ Favourite ArticlesHead to our Substack for a list of all-time great articles chosen by Frank Bures, author of outstanding travel and adventure writing, plus classic articles about everything from stolen bikes that and penis theft (?!), to squat toilets and an epic canoe race on the Mississippi. Read all his best work here, and check out his new boo

5 Great Essays about AI

2 April 2025 @ 10:55 am

5 Great Essays about AIThe Future Is Too Easy by David Roth - There is something unstable at the most basic level about any space with too much capitalism happening in itWikipedia’s Moment of Truth by Jon Gertner - Can the online encyclopedia help teach A.I. chatbots to get their facts right — without destroying itself in the process?

5 Great Essays about Art

28 February 2025 @ 10:22 am

5 Great Essays about ArtThe Power of Exposure by Derek Thompson - Fame and familiarity — in art, music, politicsThe Art of Rules by Sherri Irvin - Conceptual art often confounds. The key is to understand the rules of the artwork and the aesthetic experiences they yield

5 Great Essays about Love

16 February 2025 @ 7:45 pm

5 Great Essays about LoveWhat Romance Really Means by Heather Havrilesky - Long-married romance is not the romance of watching someone’s every move like a stalker, and wanting to lick his face but trying to restrain yourselfAgainst Chill by Alana Massey - In recent years, “chill” has become one of the most desirable qualities in a romantic prospect. But it is a garbage virtue that will destroy the species

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Get the Most Out of Your Show With Great SEO

20 June 2018 @ 9:28 am

Win New Audiences With Good SEO Strategies There are some small but very important things you can do to help boost listens to your broadcast. The combination of a relevant, catchy show name, great episode titles, and the use of keywords which give good results will work together to improve the SEO (Search Engine Optimization) […]

Get yourself on Amazon Devices

9 May 2018 @ 1:28 pm

Learn how Tunein and Alexa can bring your show into homes. Listening to your broadcast has become even easier. You can now submit your radio show to Tunein which will make your show available on Amazon Alexa devices. Amazon Alexa devices are wireless, voice-activated “smart speakers”, they have a personal assistant voice service named “Alexa” […]

Your Guest Can Be Your Megaphone

5 April 2018 @ 11:46 am

Learn how to have a clear plan for each guest to help grow your audience. Be a Top Notch Broadcaster Being a radio broadcaster opens many doors, interviewing celebrities and other A-listers give you the opportunity to meet some pretty amazing people. For example you could interview one of Hollywood’s top stars one day and […]

How To Avoid Splitting Feeds and Losing Stats (& Money!)

17 January 2018 @ 4:07 pm

There are many different destinations that audiences can listen to your podcast. As a podcaster, you want to make sure your podcast is available everywhere your audience is. The key is that one distribution point (your podcast host) is responsible for spreading your podcast across the internet via your RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed. Your […]

The Power of Conversation in Broadcasting

14 December 2017 @ 10:23 am

Having a conversation is something we do all the time, a part of everyday life. However, the power of the humble conversation as a marketing tool is being re-evaluated by marketers around the world as they are starting to see what an integral part of a communications strategy it can be – especially when it […]

5 Ways to Boost Your Audience

29 November 2017 @ 4:01 pm

It’s undeniable. Everyone who is putting themselves out there and broadcasting on a regular basis is keen to grow their audience. However, the art of gaining new listeners is not an easy one and is something which takes time and practice. How you go about drawing in those followers completely depends on what you’re talking […]

How To Create The Perfect Radio Interview

22 November 2017 @ 5:46 pm

  The interview format is here to stay. Whether it’s a talk show, magazine profile or radio broadcast they attract listeners and viewers alike. Why? Huffington Post believes ‘we’ll always be drawn to Q&As about other people’s lives’ and Cultured Vultures confirms this ‘there is something to be said for being offered an insight into […]

BlogTalkRadio Has “Coffee With Kenobi”

10 November 2017 @ 3:29 pm

The Coffee With Kenobi podcasting network will be joining BlogTalkRadio. They will bring over four years worth of shows to the platform to take advantage of BlogTalkRadio’s unique monetization offerings. Coffee With Kenobi Host and Co-creator, Dan Z says, “We are thrilled to bring members of our Coffee With Kenobi family network to BlogTalkRadio. If you […]

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Donald Trump argued robots will save the American auto industry and his human supporters would like a quiet word

14 January 2026 @ 3:57 pm

Donald Trump is a man of the (extremely rich) people. Nowhere is that more apparent than in his never ending (and probably never fulfilled) promises to bring more jobs back to American manufacturing. Which makes his recent trip to a Detroit, MI auto plant curious. Here’s the President talking about all of the new jobs […] The post Donald Trump argued robots will save the American auto industry and his human supporters would like a quiet word appeared first on The Poke.

‘What’s the dumbest way a guy has ruined his chances with you?’ 19 dating disasters

14 January 2026 @ 3:40 pm

There may be fifty ways to leave your lover, according to Paul Simon, but there are at least ten times as many reasons for wanting to. Some relationships never reach the break-up stage in the first place, however, and a question on the /TwoXChromosomes forum, posted by u/emilydoom teased out why that might be. “What’s […] The post ‘What’s the dumbest way a guy has ruined his chances with you?’ 19 dating disasters appeared first on The Poke.

This Congressman attacked Donald Trump in language he can actually understand and the Maga fury it prompted showed he totally hit the target

14 January 2026 @ 3:06 pm

It’s hard to argue with the fact that Donald Trump isn’t exactly doing a bang-up job running America. And yet it’s still refreshing to hear a fellow politician say so out loud. Enter California Congressman, Ted Lieu, who took time out of his press conference to rip Trump’s performance. Ted Lieu: “The reason Acting President […] The post This Congressman attacked Donald Trump in language he can actually understand and the Maga fury it prompted showed he totally hit the target appeared first on The Poke.

A Trump minion’s IQ shrinkingly idiotic argument about ‘ICE hysteria’ didn’t even make it to the first hurdle, let alone fall at it

14 January 2026 @ 2:37 pm

Like us, you probably haven’t heard of Tricia McLaughlin. And, like us, you probably won’t be able to forget her after watching this. McLaughlin is the Homeland Security department’s assistant secretary of public affairs and here she is making her argument that Minnesota was in the grip of ‘ICE hysteria’ following the fatal triple shooting […] The post A Trump minion’s IQ shrinkingly idiotic argument about ‘ICE hysteria’ didn’t even make it to the first hurdle, let alone fall at it appeared first on The Poke.

If ever a 9-second clip could nail the true ghastliness of Donald Trump and his White House then it’s surely this

14 January 2026 @ 2:20 pm

He’s done it again. When we weren’t watching, Donald Trump must’ve drilled a hole to the core of the earth, because it’s not possible to stoop lower than this. The current American President mocked Joe Biden at a speech recently, performing a theatrical cough — ya know, because Biden has cancer — and the room […] The post If ever a 9-second clip could nail the true ghastliness of Donald Trump and his White House then it’s surely this appeared first on The Poke.

Simply 17 examples of the most fabulously satisfying ‘petty revenge’ to make your day better

14 January 2026 @ 2:15 pm

There’s only one thing sweeter than good old-fashioned revenge and that’s when it’s petty revenge. And the pettier the better! And they don’t come much better than these, 17 of the finest examples of petty revenge as collected by the good people of BoredPanda Go! 1. (via) 2. ‘My Coworker Is A Flat Earther And […] The post Simply 17 examples of the most fabulously satisfying ‘petty revenge’ to make your day better appeared first on The Poke.

How would you curse your worst enemy with a minor inconvenience? – 17 mildly annoying hexes

14 January 2026 @ 1:53 pm

At one time or another, we’ve all known someone who we would like to have bad things happen to them. But what if this fantasy could become a reality? That’s the thinking behind a question set by SouthOwn6943. Over on r/AskReddit, they wanted to know how mischievous users would get their own back in a […] The post How would you curse your worst enemy with a minor inconvenience? – 17 mildly annoying hexes appeared first on The Poke.

Keir Starmer’s magnificent takedown of the Tories’ 14 years in power was that rarest of things – a properly funny (albeit slightly weird) joke at PMQs

14 January 2026 @ 1:30 pm

As no-one anywhere needs reminding, PMQs is no Live at the Apollo. It’s not even Live from Her Majesty’s (one for younger readers, there). And yet every now and again someone makes a properly funny joke – no, seriously – and this year it’s the turn of the prime minister himself, Keir Starmer, who took […] The post Keir Starmer’s magnificent takedown of the Tories’ 14 years in power was that rarest of things – a properly funny (albeit slightly weird) joke at PMQs appeared first on The Poke.

The BBC’s Spy in the Wild animatronic bear may still be one of the funniest things they’ve ever broadcast – even though it wasn’t supposed to be

14 January 2026 @ 1:28 pm

The BBC’s 2020 nature programme Spy in the Wild was filmed partly through the “eyes” of animatronic creatures placed near real animals in the hope of capturing close-up shots, because they’re less threatening than an obvious camera. Our current series Spy in the Wild, showing on BBC1 from Wednesday 22nd January, 9pm. So many awesome […] The post The BBC’s Spy in the Wild animatronic bear may still be one of the funniest things they’ve ever broadcast – even though it wasn’t supposed to be appeared first on The Poke.

This magnificent Nina Conti clip with these two sisters is like the very definition of infectious laughter

14 January 2026 @ 12:38 pm

We’ve been big fans of Nina Conti for a long time now but we’re not sure we’ve every laughed quite so hard at one of her clips like this. Actually, we haven’t laughed this hard at basically anything for a long time now. Because it’s just magnificent. @theninaconti These hardworking sisters were a lot of […] The post This magnificent Nina Conti clip with these two sisters is like the very definition of infectious laughter appeared first on The Poke.

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The Official Google Blog

Introducing Community Benchmarks on Kaggle

14 January 2026 @ 2:00 pm

Community Benchmarks on Kaggle lets the community build, share and run custom evaluations for AI models.

Announcing the winner of the Global AI Film Award

14 January 2026 @ 10:00 am

Over the past year, we’ve witnessed how creators globally have been using our AI models and tools to share their stories with the world. That’s why we launched the AI Fi…

Veo 3.1 Ingredients to Video: More consistency, creativity and control

13 January 2026 @ 5:00 pm

Today, we’re introducing an enhanced version of Veo 3.1 “Ingredients to Video.”

Enhanced Veo 3.1 capabilities are now available in the Gemini API.

13 January 2026 @ 5:00 pm

Today, we are releasing updates to Veo 3.1 in the Gemini API and Google AI Studio, giving developers greater creative control and production-ready quality.Enhanced Ingre…

Google Search is celebrating 250 years of America.

12 January 2026 @ 5:30 pm

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. To help kick things off, we’re launching a fun surprise in Search.Starting today, you’ll see a special animat…

Increased file size limits and expanded inputs support in Gemini API

12 January 2026 @ 5:00 pm

The Gemini API now supports increased inline file size limit of 100MB and new file inputs from GCS buckets and any HTTP/Signed URL.

New biddable capabilities for live sports with Display & Video 360

12 January 2026 @ 4:00 pm

A look at the latest features to help brands connect with customers in a busy year for live sports.

Joint statement from Google and Apple

12 January 2026 @ 11:33 am

Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google's Gemini models and clou…

Google at the National Retail Federation 2026

11 January 2026 @ 4:00 pm

Learn more about Google announcements from the National Retail Federation’s annual conference.

The AI platform shift and the opportunity ahead for retail

11 January 2026 @ 3:30 pm

Google is partnering with retailers to improve the shopping experience for customers end-to-end.