A four hour 4K screensaver of brown bears fishing JOMO: Disconnecting as a form of radical self-care Awakening compassion in a fearful world with Tara Brach Arabian mythical creatures Via Reddit How Coca-Cola’s Calories-Out Myth Backfired Spectacularly The soda giant astroturfed a campaign meant to shift blame from sugar to sedentary lifestyles. Instead, it sparkedContinue reading “10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet 177”
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History: The dizzying world of alchemy and the philosopher’s stone in medieval times
The word alchemy is derived from the Arabic root “kimia”, from the Coptic “khem” (referring to the fertile black soil of the Nile delta). The word “alchemy” alludes to the dark mystery of the primordial or First Matter (the Khem).
10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #176
Be kind, it’s free: a young woman passes a note on a Melbourne train This happened 20 mins ago. While travelling in Mernda line, a lady was visibly upset on phone. I know as she was speaking in Hindi which i can also speak. She was to go to Craigieburn after going to Mernda whichContinue reading “10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #176”
Book Review: Bodypedia by Adam Taor
Entertaining, at times odd and eccentric whistlestop tour through the human body’s most bizarre functions. A bit awkward and OTT in its storytelling at times. I found myself wanting more in-depth understanding of these medical wonders rather than silly and witty nuggets of information. #Books #Bookreview #medicine #science #nonfiction
History: The history of the Forth and Clyde Canal
Above is a map of the first part of the canal which stretches from Lochrin Basin to Falkirk Wheel over a distance of 32 miles. The remainder of the canal after that goes to Glasgow and turns into the Clyde River. See more detail. Originally opened in 1789, the Forth and Clyde Canal crossed theContinue reading “History: The history of the Forth and Clyde Canal”
10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #175
Bird migration is changing. What does this reveal about our planet? – visualised Every spring and autumn, billions of birds set off on epic journeys across the planet. Here are the flight paths of 45 species. Via the Guardian What does it mean to be human in the age of technology Please subscribe to thisContinue reading “10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #175”
Book Review: Enchanted Creatures: Our Monsters and Their Meanings by Natalie Lawrence
A deep-dive into the cavernous human imagination where monsters and others reside in our collective subconscious and what they tell us about ourselves.
10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #174
Scottish vocabulary illustrated by Stooryduster I found an extensive and massive online compendium of Scottish words along with compelling and funny illustrations by Stooryduster…an incredible achievement! See more here! A funky neo deep house mix for your aural enjoyment Archangel Michael fighting the dragon (1500) Archangel Michael fighting the dragon . Prayer book of HenriContinue reading “10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #174”
Knitting with Dog’s Wool (1966)
Instead of allowing your pesky pooch to malt all over your sofa, put your pet to work in a novel way. The most luxuriant of dog breeds can be put to practical use as producers of dog wool for your next knitting expedition. Some of the best breeds for yarn include the Collie, Old EnglishContinue reading “Knitting with Dog’s Wool (1966)”
10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #173
10 rules for life from Fontaines D.C. Fontaines D.C. are a Dublin post-punk band made up of Grian Chatten, Carlos O’Connell, Conor Curley, Conor Deegan III and Tom Coll. In April 2019 they released their debut album Dogrel, to huge critical acclaim and have recently released their follow-up, A Hero’s Death. With eagerness, fervour and sincerity their politically-minded,Continue reading “10 Interesting Things I Found on the Internet #173”
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