10 Mind-Blowing Revelations About Our Solar System
Considering the universe is almost 100 billion light-years across—due to inflation (not monetary) and whatnot—it’s amazing that some of the coolest discoveries and revelations are in our solar system. That’s like crossing the world (many, many, many times) and then finding treasure in your own backyard. Maybe the proximity is part of the appeal because […]
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10 Times That Inmates Helped Save Lives
When people think of prison, heroism is rarely the first thing that comes to mind. But behind bars, stories occasionally emerge that challenge assumptions about those serving time. Despite their past mistakes, some inmates have proven that when a life is on the line, compassion and courage can shine through—even in the most unlikely places. […]
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10 Times Humanity Tried to Redesign the Calendar
For most of us, the Gregorian calendar is simply the way time works. But history is filled with people and cultures who believed they could build something more rational, accurate, or aligned with nature or ideology. Some were utopian dreams, others were bureaucratic rethinks—but all of them tried to challenge what we now take for […]
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10 Wonderful TV Shows That Started Strong but Ended Unfinished
Anyone who has competed in track and field at any level knows it’s easy to start out strong. What’s much more difficult is maintaining that initial burst of speed for the entire race and then finishing strong. Some TV shows come out of the gate swinging, with strong casts, clever writing, and highly compelling plotlines. […]
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10 Rare & Interesting Versions of Common Animals
The animal kingdom is never short on variety, with over 1.5 million living animal species in existence today. And yet, our interests tend to focus on a common few—the black bear, the ring-tailed lemur, the gray wolf. But for every common species, there is an equally uncommon and interesting variation that hardly anyone pays attention […]
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4Chan Hack Reveals University Professor Moderators, 10 Million Bans, 10 Year Old Software
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10 Contests That Resulted in Famous Works of Art
It seems curious that contests could produce famous works of art. Surely, we might think passion alone, unrelated to money and praise, is the sole source of such superb creations. If so, the ten contests that resulted in the famous masterpieces on this list may change our minds. Related: 10 Fake Paintings and Sculptures That […]
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10 Forgotten Fruits & Vegetables
Tomatoes, bananas, potatoes, and onions are some of the most popular fruits and vegetables in our world today, but that wasn’t always the case. Fruits and vegetables that you have never heard of were once the most important and tastiest in their parts of the universe. Some were forgotten after new options were introduced, while […]
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** OWASP Top 10 for LLMs in 2025: Security Test Cases You Must Know**
As Large Language Models (LLMs) continue to integrate into critical systems, securing them has become a top priority. In 2025, OWASP…
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Mastering the Linux Terminal: 10 Essential Network Commands You Need to Know
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10 Times Actors Rewrote Scripts They Hated
So much goes into making a television show or a movie. Screenwriters produce polished scripts, and then directors and producers polish them even more. And that’s before the actors get on set and have a chance to look at the lines they’ll deliver. Now, in most cases, the vast majority of actors just read off […]
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10 Legendary Tales of Revenge Being Served Cold
Though the phrase “revenge is a dish best served cold” isn’t very old (its first documented use was in a Eugène Sue work published in the 1800s), its meaning resonates through time. History is filled with examples of those who delayed their revenge out of necessity or deliberate cruelty. As the famous saying argues, delayed […]
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$10,000 worth GitHub Access Tokens | Secret Search Operators
Secret but basic GitHub dorks & search operators that can lead to $10k bounty worth Acess Tokens.
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10 World-Changing Ideas Explained First-Hand by Their Creators
Unfortunately, most of the ideas that human beings conceive never go anywhere. This is true even for very good ideas. Many appear briefly, only to fade into obscurity as history marches on. But every so often, an idea emerges that is so bold, visionary, and fundamentally transformative that it cannot be forgotten. These are the […]
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10 Great Comic Book Castings Wasted on Bad Scripts
Casting comic book characters onto the big (or small) screen is tricky. Unlike regular novels, these superpowered stories come with vivid illustrations of every plot beat. As such, fans have clear pictures of how the characters should look and act. Maybe that’s why they scrutinize these adaptations so closely. It’s painfully apparent when the wrong […]
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Based on a recent study of the brains of mice I estimated the human brain to have 200B cells/neurons and 50,000T connections. We have several orders of magnitude to go before we reach that kind of scale with these fucking stupid Big LLMs 🤣 And the best part of all? 🧐 It is estimated that the human brain only consumes the equivalent of 5 Watts of power !!! 🤣🤣🤣
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@prologic@twtxt.net you wrote:
“Based on a recent study of the brains of mice I estimated the human brain to have 200B cells/neurons and 50,000T connections.”
What’s the relation between the brains of mice, and the human brain? I am kind of lost trying to make the connection.
I also read that it isn’t 5 watts, but more like 10-20 watts. Still a super tiny consumption, comparing to what it takes to run anything AI.
10 Families Whose Houses Scared Them to Death
Most people can’t wait to get home after a long day at work. Some can’t even wait to get home after being away on vacation. After all, your house is supposed to be your safe haven. The place where you can be yourself and do whatever you want, be it binge-watching a series for three […]
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10 Foods That Went from Garbage to Gourmet
When you think of fine dining, you likely picture white tablecloths, a candlestick, and waiters who may be even better dressed than you are. The core of fine dining has always been a luxury experience. What’s changed quite a lot over the years is what you actually eat once you sit down at the table. […]
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On my blog: Real Life in Star Trek, Frame of Mind https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2025/04/10/frame-mind.html #scifi #startrek #closereading
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10 Great Movies That Were Made into Bad Musicals
Some movies are iconic and beloved for their compelling stories, unforgettable characters, and immersive worlds. However, not every film can make a successful transition to the stage. Cinema and theatre are very different, and while a plot may seem amazing on screen, it often doesn’t translate well when songs are added. Here are 10 great […]
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Finally lawn is mowed—well, the one at the front, the wild forest in the back will have to wait a bit longer. I haven’t clocked my 10,000 steps today, but what I didn’t walking, I did through full body “exercise”. Will call it a day. 😅
Trump temporarily drops tariffs to 10% for most countries
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10 Hilarious Excuses Firms Once Gave to Cover Up Their Bad Deeds
Big corporations often hire expensive PR firms, crisis managers, and legal teams to clean up their messes. But sometimes, the excuses they cook up are so laughably bad they only make things worse. Whether it’s blaming hackers, the weather, or even the consumers themselves, these companies tried to dodge accountability in the most ridiculous ways […]
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10 Fascinating Facts About Accidental Medical Discoveries
Over the past 200 years, revolutionary advancements in medicine have allowed us to combat some of the deadliest diseases and improve public health. Better hygiene, healthier lifestyles, and medical advancements have significantly increased life expectancy worldwide. These breakthroughs were led by visionary doctors who overcame monumental odds through curiosity, genius, and determination. The insatiable curiosity […]
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10 Iconic Landmarks That Were Nearly Called Something Else
Some of the world’s most iconic places have instantly recognizable names—imagine Paris without the Eiffel Tower, New York without Times Square, or Australia without the Great Barrier Reef. But history doesn’t always work out the way we expect. Many of these landmarks were nearly given completely different names, some of which would have changed how […]
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10 Musicians Who Became Famous After Death
Musicians understand that they may never achieve stardom, but there is no way of knowing if they will turn into legends posthumously. Some musicians work hard at their craft and spend decades trying to succeed. They write and record multiple songs and albums, earn record deals, and travel the world, playing their music anywhere that […]
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10 Scientists Convicted of Serious Crimes
“Follow the science” and “trust the science” have become mantras of late. Science is, after all, typically regarded as being unbiased, producing reliable knowledge based on empirical methods that are independent of sociopolitical and economic influences, falsifiable, and replicable. The problem is that science’s accuracy and reliability depend on the ethics of the scientists who […]
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10 Formerly Secret Tunnels That Are Now Open to the Public
From hidden passageways beneath ancient cities to wartime bunkers turned tourist attractions, tunnels have long been shrouded in mystery and secrecy. Over time, many of these once-concealed corridors have been unlocked for public exploration, offering a glimpse into history that was once kept under wraps. Whether they were built for defense, transport, or escape, these […]
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10 Amazing New Uses for AI
AI can be one of our greatest scientific friends rather than a technological boogeyman, as it’s often portrayed. AI has positively revolutionized healthcare, manufacturing, commercial industries, and many more. Yet, it’s gotten a bad recent rep due to the prevalence of AI writing and art, which has replaced at least a few human writers and […]
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10 Male Heartthrobs Who Became Known for Something Else
Plenty of actors, singers, and athletes were dubbed male heartthrobs over the years. In many cases, this label continues to define their public persona, but occasionally, male celebs will go on to do something that overshadows their sexy image. A career change may alter the public’s perception of them. Sometimes, they might become famous for […]
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10 Marketing Risks That Actually Paid Off
Playing it safe rarely gets attention. In today’s crowded marketplace, boldness often beats polish, and brands willing to take a gamble are the ones that break through. These companies took huge, sometimes reckless chances with their branding—whether by embracing controversy, mocking themselves, or turning conventional wisdom on its head. Some leaned into uncomfortable truths. Others […]
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10 Interesting Stories Behind Famous TV Catchphrases
Catchphrases are common in many TV shows—from Joey asking “How you doin’?” in Friends to McGarrett’s “Book ’em, Danno” in Hawaii Five-O. Some catchphrases have even become so popular that they’ve outlasted the show they originally came from. Being such cultural juggernauts, you might think these catchphrases were expertly crafted for maximum impact. But they’re […]
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10 Political Terms With Curious Origins
The words we use in the context of politics reveal much of the history of how humans have attempted to govern themselves. Many originate from ancient Greece and Rome, where the first representative assemblies closely matching our own arose. The very word “politics” comes from the Greek polities, meaning “city, citizen.” The Romans gave us […]
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10 Ways Your Brain Actually Changes in Warmer Weather
As spring and summer near, the world outside transforms—but so does your brain. Warmer weather and longer days bring real, measurable shifts in mood, cognition, hormones, and even decision making. You’re not just feeling different… you are different. Neuroscientists have found that sunlight, temperature, and seasonal cues can alter everything from memory and sleep patterns […]
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10 Crazy Cultural Practices from Deep History
Culture includes everything we do, believe, and have done to us. Culture comprises everything humanity has achieved and learned. Looking back into the deep past, we can better appreciate how our civilization has evolved over the vast sweep of millennia. Some of the following findings stretch back to the dawn of humanity itself, while others […]
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10 Low-Tech Solutions Beating High-Tech in Developing Regions
In the most resource-challenged parts of the world, the fanciest technologies often gather dust while simpler solutions thrive. Against unstable electricity, limited technical expertise, and scarce resources, a quiet revolution in appropriate technology transforms lives through elegantly simple designs. These low-tech innovations succeed by working with existing constraints rather than fighting against them, usi … ⌘ Read more
10 Genius German Words with No English Equivalent
The German language has a knack for packing complex ideas into a single word or brief phrase. From time to time, those phrases work their way into the English language. For instance, you’ve probably used the word “zeitgeist” to convey the defining mood or spirit of an era or “schadenfreude” to express the joy you […]
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I’m playing with ratterplatter again: It’s a toy that watches disk I/O and emulates the noise of a real hard disk. (Linux only.) It uses sound samples from one of my older disks.
I tried a different approach at estimating the disk activity and I think I finally got it right (after almost 10 years … 🤦).
Demo, booting a Windows 2000 VM: https://movq.de/v/1400544cc6/2kboot-ratterplatter-2.mp4
(For this purpose alone, I put a couple of mini speakers into my PC case, so that the noise comes from the right place: https://movq.de/v/a3b2dc0932/speakers.jpg)
The results aren’t too bad, but this thing can’t be super accurate due to the huge I/O caches that we have these days. For the video, I dropped the caches before booting Windows, otherwise you would have heard almost nothing.
FWIW, if you don’t know it yet, this is the equivalent for proper keyboard sound: https://github.com/zevv/bucklespring
10 Movie Releases That Caused Chaos in Theaters
Some films make headlines for their box office earnings. Others do it for the chaos they leave in their wake. From mass fainting and audience brawls to political threats and nationwide panic, these movies didn’t just stir emotions—they triggered real-world consequences. Theaters had to call the police, cancel screenings, or post medical personnel in the […]
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10 People Who Were Attacked for the Clothes They Wore
Black clothing. A sweatshirt. A “too small” skirt. A “blasphemous” dress. A crop top. Pretentious attire. Hats. A bikini. Jeans. Zoot suits. These clothes outraged some, who associated the articles of clothing with devil worship, immorality, nontraditional attire, and beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors that outraged the spectators. The attacks weren’t really about the victims’ clothing. […]
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10 Historical Connections That Don’t Seem Real but Are
Are you ready to have your minds blown? When we look at historical events, we generally like to group them into categories that our brains can handle. Historic happenings in one realm (like war) are often linked to those in similar realms (like politics) in a bid to show cause and effect. Similarly, events are […]
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10 Fictional Bands with Real Hit Songs
Several movies and television shows feature bands we fall in love with, but some fictional bands find real success. Once these bands started gaining traction, they released albums, created music videos, and sometimes even embarked on a tour. Their hits and soundtracks rank high on music charts, and some even reached the top spots. Some […]
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10 Times Patriotism Influenced Pop Culture
Americans have found many ways to display a sense of patriotism over the years, but when patriotic symbols and messages find their way into pop culture, they can be inspiring in a fresh, unexpected way. Sometimes, this happens with films that depict impactful events, such as World War II, or that explore topics like freedom […]
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10 Logistical Secrets Behind the World’s Most Massive Events
From the Olympics to royal funerals to music festivals that transform entire landscapes, some events push human coordination to its limits. But behind the public spectacle lies a world of strategic planning, military-grade operations, and bizarre contingency protocols. These events aren’t just big—they’re logistical marvels, requiring teams to manage millions of people, thousands of moving […]
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10 Worst Movies by Great Directors
While the days of movies serving as a cultural monolith are long gone, there are still names out there that demand as much as hundreds of millions of dollars in investment from companies and demand from audience members many hours in driving to theaters, watching ads, reading or writing essays devoted to their work. Whether […]
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10 OCD Themes That Are Not About Cleanliness
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a “mental health condition where distressing, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) trigger repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety or preventing something bad from occurring.” When most people think of OCD, they think of orderliness, cleanliness, color-coded closets, pristine lists, and grouping your Skittles into colors before eating them. Television and movies like […]
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10 High-Tech Projects Made Possible Only by Global Partnerships
In an increasingly interconnected world, many of humanity’s greatest technological achievements didn’t come from a single nation—they came from global collaboration. Whether the goal was to explore space, contain disaster, or decode the building blocks of life, these projects demonstrate that when countries pool their resources, talent, and innovation, the results can be nothing short […]
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10 Fictional Portrayals of Area 51
America is full of urban legends, and one of the most enduring is Area 51. Numerous theories surround this mysterious military base. Because of the Roswell incident in 1947, most of these myths involve aliens. However, many also think the place holds secret weapons and ancient artifacts. Each guess is more outlandish than the last. […]
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10 Incredible Works of Art in Unexpected Places
The vast majority of artworks can be found in galleries and museums. Those casting a slightly wider net can take tours of artful graffiti on the sides of city buildings and explore pretty sculpture gardens. But for those seeking something a little more unusual, there are also art pieces that can be found in rather […]
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