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Free TTF, SVG, EOT, WOFF, OTF format fonts and icons.

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A zen guide to CSS via a single form HTML page.

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Popular mechanics, an intro into the world of political mechanics.

Don't Get Caught in a Dead Zone. One of These Cell Phone Boosters Will Supercharge Your Signal. - Popular Mechanics

14 July 2025 @ 10:56 pm

Don't Get Caught in a Dead Zone. One of These Cell Phone Boosters Will Supercharge Your Signal.  Popular Mechanics

The Best Truck Bed Organizer in My Testing Was a Tonneau Cover—But the $50 Bin is So Good That I Own Four - Popular Mechanics

14 July 2025 @ 10:00 pm

The Best Truck Bed Organizer in My Testing Was a Tonneau Cover—But the $50 Bin is So Good That I Own Four  Popular Mechanics

Scientists Put a Tiny Elephant Inside a Living Cell - Popular Mechanics

14 July 2025 @ 3:45 pm

Scientists Put a Tiny Elephant Inside a Living Cell  Popular Mechanics

Magic Mushrooms Might Be the Key to Longer Human Lives - Popular Mechanics

14 July 2025 @ 12:00 pm

Magic Mushrooms Might Be the Key to Longer Human Lives  Popular Mechanics

sketchfab.com

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A 3D showcase & community to inspire more 3D creations.

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Art, design, photography and more!

Watch Solar Winds Burst into Space in the Closest-Ever Glimpse of the Sun

14 July 2025 @ 4:10 pm

Watch Solar Winds Burst into Space in the Closest-Ever Glimpse of the SunNASA's Parker Solar Probe reached 3.8 million miles from the sun's surface to document raging solar winds. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Watch Solar Winds Burst into Space in the Closest-Ever Glimpse of the Sun appeared first on Colossal.

A Multifaceted Book and Exhibition, ‘Black Earth Rising’ Contends with Colonialism, Land, and Climate

14 July 2025 @ 10:14 am

A Multifaceted Book and Exhibition, ‘Black Earth Rising’ Contends with Colonialism, Land, and ClimateJournalist and curator Ekow Eshun illuminates links between the climate crisis, land, colonization, diasporas, and social and environmental justice. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article A Multifaceted Book and Exhibition, ‘Black Earth Rising’ Contends with Colonialism, Land, and Climate appeared first on Colossal.

The 16th-Century Artist Who Created the First Compendium of Insect Drawings

11 July 2025 @ 8:31 pm

The 16th-Century Artist Who Created the First Compendium of Insect DrawingsNearly a century before the invention of the microscope and the field of entomology emerged, Joris Hoefnagel devoted himself to the natural world. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article The 16th-Century Artist Who Created the First Compendium of Insect Drawings appeared first on Colossal.

From Vietnam to Nepal, Lee Me Kyeoung Expands the Geographic Bounds of Her Corner Store Drawings

11 July 2025 @ 6:47 pm

From Vietnam to Nepal, Lee Me Kyeoung Expands the Geographic Bounds of Her Corner Store DrawingsLee Me Kyeoung creates exquisite visual odes to the small markets she encounters from Australia to Turkey. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article From Vietnam to Nepal, Lee Me Kyeoung Expands the Geographic Bounds of Her Corner Store Drawings appeared first on Colossal.

A New Book Illuminates Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Prolific Time in Los Angeles

11 July 2025 @ 3:46 pm

A New Book Illuminates Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Prolific Time in Los Angeles'Made on Market Street' illuminates a lesser-known period of the iconic artist's life and creative practice. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article A New Book Illuminates Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Prolific Time in Los Angeles appeared first on Colossal.

Unity and Resilience Flow Through Taquen’s Gestural Compositions

10 July 2025 @ 8:00 pm

Unity and Resilience Flow Through Taquen’s Gestural CompositionsIn a recent excursion, the artist traveled to Africa to participate in the Sahara Marathon. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Unity and Resilience Flow Through Taquen’s Gestural Compositions appeared first on Colossal.

A Dance and Film Series Choreographs Five Poetic Approaches to Beginning Again

10 July 2025 @ 6:28 pm

A Dance and Film Series Choreographs Five Poetic Approaches to Beginning AgainA five-part series confronts the inevitability of change through poetic, if not dizzying movement. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article A Dance and Film Series Choreographs Five Poetic Approaches to Beginning Again appeared first on Colossal.

Tenderly Crocheted Sculptures by Caitlin McCormack Contend with Existential Dread

10 July 2025 @ 2:15 pm

Tenderly Crocheted Sculptures by Caitlin McCormack Contend with Existential DreadThe Philadelphia-based artist channels a nostalgic medium to peer more closely at what we ignore in the present. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Tenderly Crocheted Sculptures by Caitlin McCormack Contend with Existential Dread appeared first on Colossal.

Wood and Ceramic ‘Guardian’ Assemblages by Expanded Eye Emphasize Earthy Materials

9 July 2025 @ 6:52 pm

Wood and Ceramic ‘Guardian’ Assemblages by Expanded Eye Emphasize Earthy MaterialsThrough large-scale installations and framed tile pieces, the artists explore the possibilities of texture, pattern, and color. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Wood and Ceramic ‘Guardian’ Assemblages by Expanded Eye Emphasize Earthy Materials appeared first on Colossal.

JR’s Tree of 10,000 Hands Takes Root in a Former Montpellier Church

9 July 2025 @ 4:37 pm

JR’s Tree of 10,000 Hands Takes Root in a Former Montpellier ChurchKnown for his large-scale participatory art projects, JR has embarked on a new project that breathes life into a historic venue. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article JR’s Tree of 10,000 Hands Takes Root in a Former Montpellier Church appeared first on Colossal.

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A mindful blog for mindful people.

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.

Revolutionizing Real Estate: Marta Anna Schmidt’s Client-Centric Approach in Northern Germany

27 January 2025 @ 1:59 pm

How Marta Anna Schmidt is Revolutionizing the Real Estate Market in Northern Germany The real estate market is often seen as a traditional industry, slow to evolve and adapt to modern demands. But Marta Anna Schmidt, the visionary behind Marta Schmidt Immobilien, is turning that perception on its head. As an “Immobilienmakler Stade” (real estate agent… The post Revolutionizing Real Estate: Marta Anna Schmidt’s Client-Centric Approach in Northern Germany appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Top 5 tech trends to watch in 2025 and beyond

21 January 2025 @ 5:19 pm

The year 2024 experienced significant disruption within the technology sector. The  integration of generative AI, to varying extents, had widespread effects. Additionally,  one of the most considerable IT outages in recent history had global implications.  As we move into 2025, the technology landscape continues to evolve rapidly. This  ongoing development presents both new opportunities and… The post Top 5 tech trends to watch in 2025 and beyond appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Health: How to Navigate the Beauty and Wellness Industry with Ease

21 January 2025 @ 1:53 pm

Everything we come into contact with—whether applied to our skin, consumed, or encountered through environmental exposure affects our overall health. Choosing products aligned with natural health principles ensures that you’re supporting your body’s systems holistically. Many everyday beauty and wellness products contain synthetic substances that disrupt hormones, irritate the skin, and contribute to chronic health… The post Health: How to Navigate the Beauty and Wellness Industry with Ease appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

The Pros and Cons of Vertical and Horizontal Video

9 January 2025 @ 1:56 pm

Little fact for you, did you know that as of 2023, over 90% of social media users watch videos  on their smartphones? This stat from Statista highlights just how much mobile devices influence  video consumption today. When it comes to Vertical vs Horizontal Video, choosing the right  format can make all the difference in grabbing… The post The Pros and Cons of Vertical and Horizontal Video appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Embrace Photography as a Fulfilling Hobby

6 January 2025 @ 2:05 pm

The first time I picked up a camera, something magical happened. Simple events turned into memories, fleeting moments became special photos. Who said Photography is more than just taking pictures? Why we do it? It’s about seeing the world differently. Whether walking through downtown Vancouver or exploring the Canadian Rockies, photography lets you capture your… The post Embrace Photography as a Fulfilling Hobby appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

planner5d.com

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Yet another floor planner web app.

cycleexif.com

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Bicycles, Bicycles and bicycles in image and prose.

All Eyes On Yellow: Donhou Bicycles Utility Bike

4 July 2023 @ 12:00 am

The 2023 Tour de France kicked off last weekend but while the rest of the world can’t seem to see past the maillot jaune riding the latest carbon fiber creation, we’ve only got eyes for Donhou Bicycles’ sunflower-hued Utility Bike. Tom Donhou has, quite literally, set up shop in Athens: the Donhou Store is his… The post All Eyes On Yellow: Donhou Bicycles Utility Bike appeared first on The Spoken.

Smokin’: State Bicycle Co x The Grateful Dead Klunker

19 April 2021 @ 11:45 pm

You gotta hand it to both partners in this collaboration: State Bicycle Co. and The Grateful Dead smashed it out of the Golden Gate Park with this smokin’ klunker and a psychedelic range of accessories. Coincidentally, the collection dropped today: 4/20 also being a celebration of cannabis culture. Fun fact: one of the original Waldos… The post Smokin’: State Bicycle Co x The Grateful Dead Klunker appeared first on The Spoken.

Straight Up Layup: ENVE’s New Custom Road Program

11 April 2021 @ 11:45 pm

It finally happened: ENVE, our favorite composite component maker has announced the commencement of its own custom frame program — and while the name and livery might be one of the most uninspiring yet, the bare bones are looking beautiful. The addition of the ‘Custom Road‘ to the catalog was a logical next step for… The post Straight Up Layup: ENVE’s New Custom Road Program appeared first on The Spoken.

L’automne Tourer: A Fat Bike from Victoire Cycles

8 April 2021 @ 4:45 pm

Not many would choose a fatbike as a first choice of vehicle to take on a long-distance tour, but it depends on what type of terrain you intend to tackle. Marc traversed a good chunk of Europe to realize a fatbike was his ideal carriage. Marc’s list of conquered countries includes France, Spain, Portugal, the… The post L’automne Tourer: A Fat Bike from Victoire Cycles appeared first on The Spoken.

Fast And Fizzy: Falconer Cruiser by Blue Lug

6 April 2021 @ 11:45 pm

It’s been two years since Cameron Falconer blew me away with the fat-tyred mini-velo dirt shredder he built for a Japanese customer. This new lemon sherbet BMX cruiser again proves Falconer’s focus on fabricating insanely fun and functional bikes. Cameron can build you a rock-solid roadie or a sure-footed back road tourer, but he also… The post Fast And Fizzy: Falconer Cruiser by Blue Lug appeared first on The Spoken.

Life In The Green Lane: Sven 650b+ Explorer

1 January 2021 @ 4:30 pm

It’s been a strange last few months but, if anything, they have proven that bicycles really are the best form of release from a locked-down lifestyle. This 650b+ Explorer from Dorset’s Sven Cycles is the ultimate escape plan — and it could be yours. The Explorer is one model in Sven’s Semi-Bespoke range, developed by… The post Life In The Green Lane: Sven 650b+ Explorer appeared first on The Spoken.

End of the Road: Rogers Bespoke signs off

13 November 2020 @ 4:45 pm

Six years ago in Adelaide during the Tour Down Under, we had the pleasure and honor of meeting local frame builder JR of Rogers Bespoke and photographing his first build. Today we feature what may be his last custom bicycle — for his fiancé Gloria. The TDU is the first leg of the UCI World… The post End of the Road: Rogers Bespoke signs off appeared first on The Spoken.

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Geeky international news on technology, business and culture.

Exclusive: Investors bet $10M that Laka’s ‘collective insurance’ can fix bike coverage

15 July 2025 @ 6:00 am

London-based insurtech startup Laka has raised $10.4mn in Series B funding as it eyes profitability at the end of next year. Laka offers “collective” insurance for bikes and e-scooters, pooling claims across a community of riders. Instead of fixed, upfront premiums, customers pay a variable monthly fee based on the total number of claims across the entire user base. The fee is capped at a maximum amount based on the value of their gear. Fewer claims mean lower costs for everyone.   Laka provides the insurance cover both directly and through retailers like Decathlon, Brompton Bikes, Gazelle, and Ribble Bikes.  Tobias…

Funding focus: Fusion startups shatter investment records in push for clean energy

14 July 2025 @ 12:29 pm

Funding focus is a new series analysing cash flow into the European tech ecosystem. Last week, we looked at the largest investment rounds in the Netherlands, and now we’re honing in on Europe’s budding fusion energy sector.  European fusion energy startups raised a record €290mn in the first half of this year as VCs bet big on a technology with the potential to supply virtually limitless clean power. Funding in 2025 has already eclipsed 2024 levels — the previous record year — which saw fusion energy companies raise €185mn, according to Dealroom data. Leading the pack this year was Munich-based…

ChatGPT advises women to ask for lower salaries, study finds

11 July 2025 @ 12:33 pm

New research has found that large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT consistently advise women to ask for lower salaries than men, even when both have identical qualifications. The study was co-authored by Ivan Yamshchikov, a professor of AI and robotics at the Technical University of Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) in Germany. Yamshchikov, who is also the founder of Pleias, a French–German startup building ethically trained language models for regulated industries, worked with his team to test five popular LLMs, including ChatGPT. They prompted each model with user profiles that differed only by gender but included the same education, experience, and job role.…

‘Magical thinking’ to believe UK’s AI boom won’t derail climate goals, report warns

10 July 2025 @ 5:20 pm

A new report from the University of Cambridge has warned that the UK’s push to lead in AI risks derailing its climate targets — unless urgent action is taken. According to the University’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy, the unchecked growth of AI could drive a 25-fold increase in the global tech sector’s energy use by 2040, putting massive strain on power grids and accelerating carbon emissions.  Even the most conservative scenario suggests a five-fold rise over the next 15 years. The report’s authors argue it’s “magical thinking at the highest levels” to assume countries such as the UK…

UK and France unite behind €1.5B plan to boost Europe’s rival to Starlink

10 July 2025 @ 1:53 pm

The UK government reportedly plans to invest €163mn in French satellite firm Eutelsat as Europe pushes to back a local alternative to Elon Musk’s Starlink. The investment, first reported by Reuters, follows the lead of the French state, which is set to inject €717mn into Eutelsat as part of a €1.35bn funding package to prop up the indebted satellite communications provider. The UK contribution would bring Eutelsat’s recapitalisation to around €1.5bn.  French President Emmanuel Macron thanked his “British friends” for the support in a post on X, without disclosing the deal’s value.  Eutelsat has received significant attention this year, as…

Meet the 5 space tech firms vying to be Europe’s next launch provider

9 July 2025 @ 3:28 pm

Five rocket companies will compete for contracts to provide Europe’s next launch services — and boost the continent’s troubled access to space. The European Space Agency (ESA) selected the quintet, who will now contend for two types of contracts: Providing launch services for ESA between 2026 and 2030. Demonstrating upgraded launch capabilities, including at least one flight test. The initiative — named the European Launcher Challenge (ELC) — aims to expand Europe’s pathways into the cosmos. In recent years, these routes have been painfully limited. When the Ariane 5 rocket was retired in July 2023, ESA was left with no independent…

Funding focus: Biotech dominates Netherlands’ top 10 rounds in H1 2025

9 July 2025 @ 7:00 am

Funding focus is a new series analysing cash flow into the European tech ecosystem. After debuting with a look at the biggest rounds so far this year, we now turn to the largest deals in the Netherlands for H1. Startups in the Netherlands raised just $503mn (€429mn) in the first quarter of this year — the lowest quarterly total since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Dealroom data. But three months later, the outlook has improved. Total funding for the first half of 2025 hit $1.4bn (€1.2bn). That’s down from $1.8bn (€1.54bn) at the same point last…

Media giants launch EU-backed chatbot to fight disinformation

8 July 2025 @ 1:56 pm

A group of major European media organisations has launched a chatbot aimed at combating online disinformation.  The tool, called ChatEurope, responds to queries with information verified by journalists. It was set up by a consortium of media brands led by Agence France-Presse. Fourteen other news organisations, including France Médias Monde, Deutsche Welle, El País, and Romania’s RFI, have supported the project, which is also backed by the European Commission.  The chatbot was designed by DRUID AI, a Romanian enterprise AI platform, and uses a language model developed by French startup Mistral. It’s hosted on infrastructure built by Paris-based open-source software…

AI satellites and sea drones unite to guard Europe’s waters

8 July 2025 @ 1:05 pm

Ubotica, an Irish startup specialising in edge AI for satellites, has partnered with two Dutch firms to develop an intelligence platform aimed at bolstering maritime security across European waters.  The company will work with Fugro, a provider of offshore surveying and geodata services, and DTACT, a defence-focused cybersecurity firm, to offer governments a new tool for monitoring critical underwater infrastructure, including gas pipelines and subsea cables.  The platform aims to fuse real-time data from sea, air, and space to create a dynamic picture of maritime activity. Fugro’s drones, underwater vehicles, and uncrewed surface vessels will sweep the oceans for geodata.…

Exclusive: Finnish startup raises €25M to put a ‘Donut’ motor in EV wheels

7 July 2025 @ 9:13 pm

Finnish startup Donut Lab has secured €25mn in seed funding to scale up its in-wheel hub motors for electric land, sea, and air vehicles.  Alongside the investment, Donut Lab is opening an R&D hub in Chippenham, UK. Risto Siilasmaa, serial tech investor and former Nokia chairman, has also joined the company’s board. Marko Lehtimaki, Donut Lab’s CEO and co-founder, said the investment signals a continued demand for the company’s technology. “It demonstrates to us [founders] what we have always believed, that our tech solution is truly groundbreaking,” he said.   Donut’s flagship innovation is a hollow hub motor dubbed, you guessed…

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The critique of consumerism and corporate media in media.

Now seems to have turned into http://abillionpeople.org/.