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It’s that time of year again: time for final prep and the final trek prep post! Map: Makalu Base Camp Trek: Picking up at the end of last year’s pink highlighted route…. Travel Jabs Having checked Travel Health Pro’s recommended vaccines for Nepal, I tried looking up my vaccination record on the NHS app…. BUT there’s just a list (with dates) of the medication that was administered, and those names …

Manu Moreale, in reference to John Gruber’s recent comments on the iPhone experience in the EU: Are you incapable of taking the high road? Or is it that you just spent so much time trapped in your own little bubble that you can’t see how sad you sound? You’re a 50-year-old grownup. Why are you behaving like a child, trying to convince others that your toy is the best? We’re …

My latest MusicRadar assignment was to pick something from Jeff Buckley’s Grace to write about. I chose the weird old showtune. The column was mainly an excuse to meditate on the difference between classical timekeeping (expressive, rubato) and pop/rock timekeeping (metronomic and steady). I also got into Buckley’s complex gender presentation.

I recently obtained Pulp Adventures #45 from Bold Venture Press, dated Summer 2024. We get science fiction, detective, crime, and horror, along with reviews and non-fiction this time. As always, we get a selection of new and classic pulp stories, a total of 10, along with some non-fiction works. We are down to about 140 […]

David Gilmour releases a heartfelt, beautiful solo album.

Vastlite Bow Specifications Introduction Torch in use Build quality LED, bezel, lens, reflector and beam Size and comparison User interface Batteries and charging Performance Beamshots Conclusion Price Product page Specifications Brand/model Vastlite Bow LEP CT1-Mini Maximum lumens 280 lm Maximum beam intensity 140,650 cd Maximum throw 750 m Battery 1*18350 Li-ion Onboard charging No Material Titanium Modes 2 Blinkies Strobe Waterproof IPX8 Review date September 2024 Introduction The Vastlite Bow …

I've been hesitant about casting rocks and starting mountain detailing, but a couple of days ago I decided to just jump right into it.Over the summer I made about a dozen latex rock molds - a few are shown here. The idea was to give me some variety and spares in case I ruined some, which it turns out I did.Up there is my first attempt. I used CelluClay as …

In my last post I floated the idea that the Cryptopunks IP might be better stewarded by a non-profit foundation than a for-profit company. My rambling thought process might have seemed like I was suggesting Yuga Labs should start a foundation, and that might have been what I was thinking at some point, but that post has led to a number of discussions and I now think the best way …

Illustration by Alexis Flowerfrom the comic I Roved OutThe populace of Eisengraz is mostly comprised of snow elves. Snow elves are immediately recognizable due to their alabaster skin and blizzard-white hair. Snow elves share the sharp features and ethereal presence of their kin, but they have the appearance of elves who have had all color leeched from their flesh.Despite the way their culture endorses rugged survival, the snow elves are …

The Architectural Review Outrage: Dubai-on-Øresund Copenhagen’s artificial peninsula, Lynetteholm, is taking form despite environmental concerns and public outcry The post Outrage: Dubai-on-Øresund appeared first on The Architectural Review. Kristina Rapacki

A bright spot on a dull day.

Wandering around The Royal Exchange in The City of London on a quiet Sunday afternoon I happened to notice what might be the tiniest light well I have ever seen. I'd say its approx 40cm x 30cm. It is one of many interesting details around this island of commerce... But before I show you some nice things, let's consider the window display next door at No.31 where unsold pies and …

God Damn the FerrymanMy annual reminder that two things in life don't work. Goretex and cardboard ID Cards. Despite having the "best in test" mountain raincoat, water ingress starts at about mile 4. Despite having my National Trust card in the inner sleeve of my phone case, I am completing a request for a replacement. Dog eared doesn't begin to describe its current state. The phone is still working.I knew …

We’re always excited to share news about Aberdeen’s vibrant arts scene, and even though we’re on holiday this week, we couldn’t resist bringing this one to your attention. We love shining a light on the smaller, intimate shows that often fly under the radar, and Bodies at Rest, a solo exhibition by Michael Hautemulle at the Arkade Gallery, is exactly the kind of event we want to share with you.Until …

Rachel Reeves has said there is a £22bn “black hole” in the public finances, and that she’ll have to raise tax to fill it. Labour are heavily constrained by their pre-election promises, and that makes raising £22bn a challenging endeavour. But certainly not impossible. This is an updated version of my August article. I’ve previously […] Source