Argument Clinic: Why You Can Never Argue with Conspiracy Theorists
Alex Jones is not the only guy making a career out of conspiracy theories. They are everywhere on the internet and here’s why you have no choice but to ignore them. [WIRED]
Category Archives: Culture
The Rise of the Machines – Why Automation is Different this Time
Automation in the Information Age is different. Next step, the universal basic income from Star Trek. [Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell]
LA To Shine The Bat-Signal
The bat-signal will shine in the skies of Los Angeles tonight as a tribute to the late Adam West. The city’s mayor Eric Garcetti and police chief Charlie Beck will switch on the signal at a public event at City Hall at 9pm. It’s already got its own hashtag, namely #BrightKnight. Fans are invited to […]
The Cosplay of Geekulture Lanaudière: When Geekery Meets Family Fun [Gallery]
It seems that geek-focused conventions are popping up everywhere these days, but among those, very few seem to distinguish themselves from the crowd. It certainly was the case with “Geekulture Lanaudière,” the first exeptional edition of an event that took place in Repentigny, Quebec last weekend. For the first time, I brought my three kids […]
How Do Accents Work? [Video]
Have you ever wondered how accents work? Tune in to this episode of BrainStuff to find out about the ever-evolving accent. [BrainStuff]
The Importance of Flattery [Video]
We’re used to thinking rather badly of flattery; but in fact, it’s one of the moves that can help people to develop and grow into better versions of themselves. [The School of Life]
Beren and Lúthien: A New Book by J.R.R. Tolkien!
Did you know? J.R.R. Tolkien has a new book out today! 100 years after Tolkien wrote the story of Beren and Lúthien, his son Christopher (age 92) has released the book (illustrated by artist Alan Lee) to the public today! The tale of Beren and Lúthien was, or became, an essential element in the evolution […]
20 Totally Crazy Burgers from Around the World
Some of these look pretty tasty, but I wouldn’t touch that Terrible Garbage Burger from the McGuire’s Irish Pub with a 20-foot pole. Oh, and one last thing, if some of you are viewing this from the Facebook app, could you please tell me if the image above gets displayed properly? Somehow, pictures with a […]