Perpetual Learning
Okay, so hear me out… spotted some seriously interesting benchmarks today that give us a peek at what’s coming to our phones. We’re talking about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, and it looks like it’s been tested on what’s rumored to be the Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge. The big news? The performance cores on … Read more
Summer scorching my attic and winter chills creeping in? If you’ve got a cathedral ceiling, especially in a converted attic space, you know the struggle. These high ceilings can be beautiful, but they often come with a side of extreme temperatures and high energy bills. Let’s talk about how we can tackle this ourselves. Cathedral … Read more
It’s August 2025, and if you’ve been following the markets, you might have noticed a trend: a handful of companies are dominating the stock market like never before. A big part of this story, as you might guess, is Artificial Intelligence. As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen innovation drive incredible … Read more
Let’s talk basil. This fragrant herb is a staple in my kitchen, perfect for pesto, caprese salads, and so much more. But like many gardeners, I’ve had my share of basil battles. This year started off with a bang – plump seedlings, vibrant green leaves, the promise of a bountiful harvest. Then, disaster struck. My … Read more
As someone who has spent a good portion of my life immersed in the dusty archives of technological history, the recent news about Reddit blocking the Wayback Machine from archiving most of its site immediately caught my attention. It’s a development that, while rooted in understandable concerns about unauthorized AI scraping, has significant implications for … Read more
It feels like everyone is talking about Ozempic and Wegovy lately when it comes to weight management. These drugs, which mimic a hormone called GLP-1, have certainly made waves. But what if there was something else, something potentially even more impactful, working its way through the science pipeline? Scientists are buzzing about a tiny molecule … Read more
You know, I always marvel at the sheer power packed into a tiny seed. It’s almost magical when you think about it. You start with something so small, almost insignificant, and with a bit of care, water, and sunshine, you end up with a bounty of fresh food. This year, I was particularly struck by … Read more
Did life on Earth begin not under the sun, but in the deep, dark abyss of the ocean floor? That’s the fascinating question NPR’s Short Wave podcast explored recently. It’s a concept that really makes you think about where we came from, and perhaps more excitingly, where else in the universe life might be hiding. … Read more
There’s a certain magic that happens when the ingredients for a classic BLT come straight from your own backyard. This year, however, my garden has been a bit of a rollercoaster, thanks to an unusual amount of rain. While the excess moisture made some things flourish, it also presented its own set of challenges, especially … Read more
It’s heartbreaking to hear about the recent loss in Mississippi, where a father passed away from what’s being described as a ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria. This kind of news really brings home how vulnerable we can be to microscopic threats we can’t even see. The bacteria in question is Vibrio vulnificus. It’s a type of naturally occurring … Read more