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[Nature is Amazing ☘️ @AMAZlNGNATURE]

The rarely seen snow leopard, captured on a remote wildlife camera by photographer Sascha Fonseca.

A young snow leopard illustrates its displeasure after being startled by the clicking sound of the camera trap.

[Knowledge & History @xKnowledgeBANK]

Barcodes are not just a random number.

[Fascinating @fasc1nate]

The evolution of McDonald’s over the last 30 years.

Industry experts say this design shift was driven by changing tastes. Books like Fast Food Nation and films like Super Size Me damaged McDonald’s family-friendly image, pushing the chain toward a more grown-up atmosphere.

Restaurants added softer lighting, comfortable seating, and neutral colors to appeal to adults who still enjoy McDonald’s food but prefer a modern rather than child-focused setting.

Architects note that most fast food buildings today look similar: flat roofs, boxy shapes, exposed lighting, and steel accents. This “Chipotle-fication” favors efficiency over personality. It also erases the roadside-attraction feel that once made McDonald’s instantly recognizable to travelers zooming past at highway speeds.

More historical photos: https://t.co/FRrL4hIDpN

[nixCraft 🐧 @nixcraft]

This chart shows the total number of Stack Overflow questions asked each month. As you can see, AI summaries in Google and AI coding tools have nearly killed the site. It is only a matter of time before the site shuts down completely. The golden age of independent web is over.

[Archaeo - Histories @archeohistories]

Residential building on Bolshaya Tulskaya Street, (“House of Atomists” or “the Ship”; 1970-1986) - Moscow, Soviet-Russia.

The massive structure on Bolshaya Tulskaya Street is one of the most striking examples of late Soviet residential architecture. Nicknamed “the Ship” because of its long, prow like profile and layered decks of balconies, the building stretches nearly 400 meters along one of Moscow’s busiest thoroughfares. Its official name, the House of Atomists, reflects the people it was originally built to house scientists, engineers, and workers connected to the Soviet nuclear industry.

Construction began in 1970 and dragged on for sixteen years, a timeline that mirrored the stagnation of the Brezhnev era. While the building appears monolithic and severe from a distance, it was designed as a self contained community. Inside were apartments of varying sizes, internal courtyards, shops, and communal services intended to reduce the need for residents to leave the complex for daily necessities.

Architecturally, the building represents Soviet modernism at its most ambitious and controversial. Critics saw it as oppressive and inhuman in scale, while supporters viewed it as a bold attempt to solve urban housing shortages with monumental design. Today, it stands as a concrete artifact of Cold War Moscow, embodying both the optimism and contradictions of late twentieth century Soviet planning.

At the time of its completion, the House of Atomists was one of the longest residential buildings in Europe, containing more than 900 apartments under a single roof.

© History Pictures

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[Archaeo - Histories @archeohistories]

The bar tab of a 1787 farewell party for George Washington is still intact. The Founding Fathers drank 54 bottles of Madeira, 60 bottles of claret, 8 bottles of whiskey, 22 bottles of porter, 8 bottles of hard cider, 12 of beer, and 7 bowls of alcoholic punch. There were only 55 attendees.

In September 1787, just before the signing of the U.S. Constitution, George Washington attended a farewell gathering in Philadelphia with fellow delegates of the Constitutional Convention. What makes this night memorable is not just its historical significance, but the surviving bar tab that documents the staggering volume of alcohol consumed.

With only 55 men in attendance, the tally reveals a feast of indulgence: dozens of bottles of fortified Madeira wine and claret, substantial amounts of whiskey, porter, and cider, along with large bowls of communal punch. By today’s standards, the sheer quantity seems almost unbelievable, averaging more than a bottle per man before considering the punch and beer.

This extravagant send-off was not unusual for the era. Alcohol was a central feature of 18th-century social and political life, often consumed at levels that would astonish modern observers. Taverns and banquets were places where ideas were debated, alliances forged, and trust built, fueling not only camaraderie but the revolutionary spirit itself.

The farewell party’s surviving record gives us a rare glimpse into the daily lives of the Founding Fathers, reminding us that these men, though monumental in history, were also human, fond of celebration, fellowship, and raising a glass to their new nation.

Madeira wine was George Washington’s personal favorite, and he often ordered it by the cask.

© Historyfeels

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[Focus Entertainment @Focus_entmt]

For this #FanworkFriday, we’re celebrating three amazing #SpaceMarine2 artworks from u/rrasic, u/Briarfox13, and u/Markus_pattern_draws on Reddit! 🎨

They brought Space Marines to life in a stunningly cartoony style, what a talent! 👏

Thanks for sharing your incredible work with us!

[JP Baula @RedAce9]

@Comic_Con I knew something was up the second my toucan stopped running and did this....

[Kevin Damour @ktdamour]

@Comic_Con RECOMMENDATION: Setup a test session and ask if comic con attendees can participate to generate test load traffic. Many will be happy to help do a test run on the service.

[Mishaal Rahman @MishaalRahman]

Here's a demo of Android's in-development Terminal app for running Linux apps!

The Terminal app currently doesn't automatically download and configure the Linux VM for you, so the developer who sent me this had to use the LinuxInstaller app to download Debian.

(I sped the video up a bit in the middle because it takes some time to boot the VM for the first time.)

[AnhPhu Nguyen @AnhPhuNguyen1]

Are we ready for a world where our data is exposed at a glance? @CaineArdayfio and I offer an answer to protect yourself here:

https://t.co/LhxModhDpk

[PlayStation @PlayStation]

Helldivers fans -- we’ve heard your feedback on the Helldivers 2 account linking update. The May 6 update, which would have required Steam and PlayStation Network account linking for new players and for current players beginning May 30, will not be moving forward.

We’re still learning what is best for PC players and your feedback has been invaluable. Thanks again for your continued support of Helldivers 2 and we’ll keep you updated on future plans.

[Kick'ster @djdusk]

Shame on Sony

[Kick'ster @djdusk]

https://t.co/tkCs1qIfPX

[Neuralink @neuralink]

https://t.co/OMIeGGjYtG

[CONSEQUENCE @consequence]

Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong altered the lyrics in “American Idiot” to sing, “I’m not a part of the MAGA agenda,” during the band’s performance on Ryan Seacrest’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.

[Kick'ster @djdusk]

I'm attending Twitch Hawaii w/ APEX Localz + Hawai'i Community MeetUps on Dec 16, 2023.

[Adam Pollio @Marc0Pollio]

@ivancedric_a Just copy it and paste it into the open space on BLAST
https://t.co/0NB34SPA2j

[Ryan @Some1NamedRyan]

no way 'Cotton Eye Joe' comes on mid-point

[L.A. Dork @la_dorkout]

In 2001, artist Richard Ankrom posted a "5 North" sign on the 110 N. in DTLA to alert drivers to get in the left lane for the 5 turnoff. His work was so impeccable (and helpful), Caltrans at first didn't notice, then allowed it to stay. "5 North" is now part of permanent signage.