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notalwaysright_feedRead The Mother Of All Double Features!
Mother arrives, and I'm a little stumped. Although we have a great relationship, we actually have very few interests in common; she's a country girl who's happiest when gardening or hiking, and I'm a couch potato and gaming addict.
cakewrecks_feedYou know what’s better than unusual names? NOTHING!
And here are some of the names on my list:
Gus:
Ellen & Philip:
Georgia:
Try not to call your friend Georgia "Gorgia" from now on. JUST TRY.
Dallas:
Way to OWN that line spacing, baker.
Sophie & Reilly:
Oh, the irony. It's a two-fer!
???
Is this a real name? Please let this be a real name. If only so I can imagine someone saying, "Well, I should head over to the preschool to pick up my Porn."
Or, "Would you ask the babysitter to watch Porn for me?"
Or, "Hey, Mom, I posted pictures of Porn on your Facebook page!"
Or, "Thanks to Porn, I haven't slept in a week and my house is full of stinky diapers."
[gigglesnort] Yep, it's official: someone needs to at least name their dog/cat Porn, STAT.
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Um, so I had more cakes to post, but I seem to have completely derailed myself with the Porn thing.
(Bet all you cubicle workers know what I mean, EH? Heyoooo!)
So here, let's just go out with a bang:
(Or did we do that already?? [Ok, Ok, I'll stop.])
I guess the lawyers insisted.
(And I can't even tell you what they renamed Piglet.)
Thanks to Andi V., Amadie H., Bryar, Jennifer A., Mark B., Rich G., Holly S., & Rachel F. for helping make today's post especially classy. (POOP AND PORN 4EVA!!!)
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P.S. Here's a (hilarious) reminder that English is almost as confusing as these cakes:
P Is for Pterodactyl: The Worst Alphabet Book Ever
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And from my other blog, Epbot:
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prettygoodwordicanhascheezburger_feedBeing a cat pawrent means accepting that your entire personality now revolves around a small, furry creature who may or may not acknowledge you. You take photos constantly, even when they're doing absolutely nothing, because somehow every angle feels important. Your camera roll fills up fast, and deleting any of them feels illegal.
Plans start getting adjusted too. You leave a little earlier to make sure they're fed, or rush home because you "just want to check on them," even though you know they've been asleep the whole time. Somehow, sitting next to your cat while they do nothing becomes a top-tier activity. It counts as quality time, no questions asked.
You also start talking about them like everyone else is just as invested. Stories, updates, small details about what they did that day. It all feels important. Even the smallest things, like where they decided to sit or how they looked at you for two seconds, become highlights worth sharing.
At some point, you stop questioning it and just lean in. The routine, the photos, the constant updates, it all becomes normal. Your day starts and ends with them in some way, and you wouldn't have it any other way.
icanhascheezburger_feedMuch like us hoomans, heck, far more so than us hoomans, our cat children are not known for expressing their happiness all too often. Sure sometimes they will come up to you with a gentle purr or make some biscuits on your chest, but these are simply learned behaviors that they know appease us hoomans and lead to them getting more food and treats. But to see a cat sitting and smiling, just for the sake of it. Well, that is truly a special occurrence and one that we wish would happen more often. Both in the lives of our cute cat children and in our own.
So to celebrate this year's International Day of Happiness we made this list of smiling cattos to shine light into the hearts of each and every one of you cat loving hoomnans. Now go forth, scroll and smile to your heart's content.
icanhascheezburger_feedThis is something that we have come to learn not only as cat owners but also as people who write about cats nearly every day. One day, in every cat's life, they will find something. Something that they are obsessed with. It could be an item. It could be an action. It could be that your cat will be obsessed with potatoes. It could be that your cat will be obsessed with turning on the faucet, forcing you to tie it shut. It could be that your cat will be obsessed with sabotaging your showers, forcing you to build her a spot to shower safely.
Life with cats is never boring, but life with a cat past their "obsession finding" moment, that is something that can never be compared to anything. And for this cat, who one day discovered that he is obsessed with the mailman, every day became an adventure. Every day became a waiting game, eagerly awaiting this human who drops things through a slide into the cat's home, to come and bestow the cat with a new thing to sniff and explore.
icanhascheezburger_feedYou might think the statement above should be reversed, but we're going to convince you why it's purrfectly right just the way it is. First, let's break down why people may dislike cats versus disliking dogs.
Why would someone dislike cats? Probably because they either never expurrienced the love of a cat, or they've only been around cats that were stressed. There's the off chance that they were attacked by a cat before (scratched, or bitten), but those instances are far rarer than in dogs. The last option that we can think of is that they're allergic, and there's not much you can do about that.
But for dogs, the number of reasons has the pawtential to be much greater. There are lots of stories of dog attacks, especially in young kids who don't know how to properly approach dogs, causing the dog to lash out (even if unintentional), causing an early fear of dogs. Dogs also require a lot of responsibility. You have to commit to taking them out 3x per day, exercising them, playing with them, and going outside whether it's raining, snowing, or as hot as the Sahara desert outside. Most dogs have very loving purrsonalities, but they will also destroy your house if you don't take care of them properly. And finally, the allergy problem similarly applies here.
To turn someone into a "cat person", all you have to do is introduce them to the right cat. To turn someone into a "dog person", you have to convince them to adopt a dog-friendly lifestyle.
Which is why we love our story below so much - it's about a guy who used to "hate cats", until he traveled the world and befriended a bunch of stray cats. They showed him that there was nothing to dislike about them and that they just wanted to be loved like anyone else. See all his fuzzy friends below and more of his explanation by scrolling down!
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scans_dailySo we set out to determine how Banksy did it – and who he really is. Weeks later, a reporter visited Horenka with a photo lineup of graffiti artists often rumored to be the artist and showed the pictures to locals to see if anyone recognized him. Not long after, we heard that a famous British musician – one of the people often whispered to be Banksy – had been spotted in Kyiv, giving us a theory to pursue.
Reuters interviewed a dozen Banksy-world insiders and experts. None would comment on his identity, but many filled in details about his life and career. We examined photos of the artist, most of which obscured his face but contained critical information. We later unearthed previously undisclosed U.S. court records and police reports.
These included a hand-written confession by the artist to a long-ago misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct – a document that revealed, beyond dispute, Banksy’s true identity.
And in the process, we learned how and why the man behind the name Banksy vanished from the public record more than a decade ago.
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The Meta Quest Pro launched as Meta’s vision of what high-end virtual and mixed reality could look like without dragging a gaming PC into the equation. At $679.99 on Woot, it’s now $320 off its original $999 price and still more than $100 cheaper than Amazon at the time of writing. This deal runs for the next four days or until it sells out, with free standard shipping for Prime members and a $6 fee for everyone else.
This headset won PCMag’s Best VR Headset award in 2022, and while it’s no longer the newest thing Meta sells, it’s still positioned well above many entry-level VR sets—the newer Meta Quest 3 offers faster performance and more advanced mixed-reality features at a lower price, but the Quest Pro still holds its ground if you prioritize comfort, tracking accuracy, and its more premium build over raw power.
The Quest Pro uses a balanced halo-style strap with the battery placed at the back, which spreads the weight more evenly than front-heavy headsets. That makes longer sessions more tolerable, though “long” is relative—the battery lasts around two hours, which can feel limiting if you’re deep into work or creative apps. Inside, you get a Snapdragon XR2+ chip, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, which is generous for a standalone headset. The displays push 1,920 by 1,800 pixels per eye, with better contrast and richer colors thanks to local dimming. In practice, this means sharper text, deeper blacks, and fewer washed-out scenes compared to older Quest models, especially in mixed-reality apps.
The controllers are another upgrade. Meta removed the tracking rings and gave each controller its own cameras, so tracking doesn’t depend on where your headset is pointing. That pays off in tasks like 3D sculpting, painting, or precision-heavy productivity apps, where hand movement feels steadier and more predictable. Eye and face tracking also come built-in, which lets avatars mirror your expressions in supported apps. It’s impressive, but not essential for everyone.
One downside, according to this PCMag review, is immersion: The default open-style face interface lets in light from the sides, and full isolation requires an optional light blocker that costs extra. Still, if you're after a standalone VR headset, this is the lowest price the Quest Pro has seen.
lifehacker_feedWe may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
The Meta Quest Pro launched as Meta’s vision of what high-end virtual and mixed reality could look like without dragging a gaming PC into the equation. At $679.99 on Woot, it’s now $320 off its original $999 price and still more than $100 cheaper than Amazon at the time of writing. This deal runs for the next four days or until it sells out, with free standard shipping for Prime members and a $6 fee for everyone else.
This headset won PCMag’s Best VR Headset award in 2022, and while it’s no longer the newest thing Meta sells, it’s still positioned well above many entry-level VR sets—the newer Meta Quest 3 offers faster performance and more advanced mixed-reality features at a lower price, but the Quest Pro still holds its ground if you prioritize comfort, tracking accuracy, and its more premium build over raw power.
The Quest Pro uses a balanced halo-style strap with the battery placed at the back, which spreads the weight more evenly than front-heavy headsets. That makes longer sessions more tolerable, though “long” is relative—the battery lasts around two hours, which can feel limiting if you’re deep into work or creative apps. Inside, you get a Snapdragon XR2+ chip, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, which is generous for a standalone headset. The displays push 1,920 by 1,800 pixels per eye, with better contrast and richer colors thanks to local dimming. In practice, this means sharper text, deeper blacks, and fewer washed-out scenes compared to older Quest models, especially in mixed-reality apps.
The controllers are another upgrade. Meta removed the tracking rings and gave each controller its own cameras, so tracking doesn’t depend on where your headset is pointing. That pays off in tasks like 3D sculpting, painting, or precision-heavy productivity apps, where hand movement feels steadier and more predictable. Eye and face tracking also come built-in, which lets avatars mirror your expressions in supported apps. It’s impressive, but not essential for everyone.
One downside, according to this PCMag review, is immersion: The default open-style face interface lets in light from the sides, and full isolation requires an optional light blocker that costs extra. Still, if you're after a standalone VR headset, this is the lowest price the Quest Pro has seen.
notalwaysright_feedRead A Weather Report With Military Precision
Sergeant: "Well, do you know the difference between winter and summer up here?"
Uncle: "Um, no."
Sergeant: "Well, in winter it rains every day, in summer, it rains all day!"
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The Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition wired gaming controller is down to $54.99 on Woot right now, which is the lowest price it has ever hit. It usually goes for around $99.99 on Amazon, and even previous deals didn’t dip below about $59, according to price trackers. If you’re a Prime member, you get free shipping, while others pay an extra $6. This deal is live for 12 days or until stock runs out, and Woot only ships within the contiguous U.S.
This is essentially the same controller as the Wolverine V3 Pro, minus the wireless battery. That means it’s wired only, using a long 10-foot cable. For PC setups, that’s rarely a problem—in fact, it’s part of the appeal. The controller supports a 1000Hz polling rate, which only works over a wired connection, and it’s built for players who care about responsiveness. Inputs feel sharp and clicky, more like a high-end gaming mouse than a standard controller. You also get six extra programmable buttons, which can make a real difference in games where reaction time matters. In something like a fast-paced shooter, mapping reload or weapon swap to a rear button can shave off just enough time to feel noticeable. The Hall Effect sticks are designed to avoid drift over time, and the textured grips help during longer sessions. All said, it feels solid in hand, though slightly heavier than you might expect.
Where it falls short depends on how you plan to use it. This is not a living-room controller. There’s no wireless option, no Bluetooth, and no flexibility if you like to game from the couch. The customization also leans on Razer’s software, which you’ll need to download to remap buttons or enable that 1000Hz mode. It works well and lets you create profiles for different games, but it does add an extra step. You also can’t tweak everything, like the main button layout or D-pad. Still, if you mostly play on PC and want something that feels closer to a competitive tool than a casual controller, this deal makes a strong case.
lifehacker_feedWe may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
The Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition wired gaming controller is down to $54.99 on Woot right now, which is the lowest price it has ever hit. It usually goes for around $99.99 on Amazon, and even previous deals didn’t dip below about $59, according to price trackers. If you’re a Prime member, you get free shipping, while others pay an extra $6. This deal is live for 12 days or until stock runs out, and Woot only ships within the contiguous U.S.
This is essentially the same controller as the Wolverine V3 Pro, minus the wireless battery. That means it’s wired only, using a long 10-foot cable. For PC setups, that’s rarely a problem—in fact, it’s part of the appeal. The controller supports a 1000Hz polling rate, which only works over a wired connection, and it’s built for players who care about responsiveness. Inputs feel sharp and clicky, more like a high-end gaming mouse than a standard controller. You also get six extra programmable buttons, which can make a real difference in games where reaction time matters. In something like a fast-paced shooter, mapping reload or weapon swap to a rear button can shave off just enough time to feel noticeable. The Hall Effect sticks are designed to avoid drift over time, and the textured grips help during longer sessions. All said, it feels solid in hand, though slightly heavier than you might expect.
Where it falls short depends on how you plan to use it. This is not a living-room controller. There’s no wireless option, no Bluetooth, and no flexibility if you like to game from the couch. The customization also leans on Razer’s software, which you’ll need to download to remap buttons or enable that 1000Hz mode. It works well and lets you create profiles for different games, but it does add an extra step. You also can’t tweak everything, like the main button layout or D-pad. Still, if you mostly play on PC and want something that feels closer to a competitive tool than a casual controller, this deal makes a strong case.
notalwaysright_feedRead A Useless Cash Back And Forth
Customer: "You forgot to remind me that I wanted cash back! I need money in my purse!"
Me: "I… didn't know I was supposed to remind you, ma'am. Have we spoken before today?"
notalwaysright_feedOkay, anybody want to help with… whatever this is? We’ve just got a new boss, hired from outside of the company. A few days after she started, the following happens: Me: I don’t know if they told you, but I have a physiotherapist appointment on the first Friday of each month at 5pm, so I’ll […]
notalwaysright_feedRead Teacher Surprised That A Child Has Seen ‘The Lion King’
Teacher: "Never mind, sorry. Stop staring out of the window, you look like a Meerkat." *Putting some condescension into her voice.* "I bet you don't even know what one of those is, do you?"
Read Teacher Surprised That A Child Has Seen ‘The Lion King’
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The JBL PartyBox 520 is the kind of speaker you buy when phone speakers and compact Bluetooth boxes stop cutting it. It’s currently $579.95 at Woot, a steep drop from its usual $879.95 price. Price trackers show the lowest it’s ever hit before was $699.95, so this is the best deal yet. Prime members get free standard shipping, and the deal runs for another two weeks or until it sells out. This is a tall, tower-style speaker that sits above the PartyBox Stage 320 in JBL’s PartyBox lineup.
At just under 57 pounds, this isn't for casual slinging over your shoulder, but its wheels and telescopic handle make it manageable. The big advantage here is flexibility. You can run it on battery power or plug it into the wall, which makes it easier to place where the party actually is. And once you’ve rolled it into place—patio, garage, backyard—the 520 does what it’s meant to: Bring the boom. Two stacked woofers and dual tweeters push out stereo sound with enough power to fill large outdoor spaces. The bass hits hard, but the mids and highs stay clean, even when you crank it. The companion app lets you tweak EQ settings or turn on Bass Boost, while the top panel gives you manual control over sound, lighting, and custom effects. It has just about every input you’d want: Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C audio, AUX, and dual mic/instrument ports with gain knobs. Battery life is rated at 15 hours, and real-world use lands closer to 12, which is still enough for a long event.
Still, it’s not for everyone. It only plays properly when upright, and the front-facing design means you’ll get the best sound standing in front of it, not off to the side. It’s also heavy, and the plastic wheels aren’t made for trails or bumpy lawns. There's no voice assistant, no speakerphone functionality, and no real smart features. But if your only goal is to plug in, press play, and turn your space into a full-blown rave or karaoke night, this deal makes it a strong case.
lifehacker_feedWe may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
The JBL PartyBox 520 is the kind of speaker you buy when phone speakers and compact Bluetooth boxes stop cutting it. It’s currently $579.95 at Woot, a steep drop from its usual $879.95 price. Price trackers show the lowest it’s ever hit before was $699.95, so this is the best deal yet. Prime members get free standard shipping, and the deal runs for another two weeks or until it sells out. This is a tall, tower-style speaker that sits above the PartyBox Stage 320 in JBL’s PartyBox lineup.
At just under 57 pounds, this isn't for casual slinging over your shoulder, but its wheels and telescopic handle make it manageable. The big advantage here is flexibility. You can run it on battery power or plug it into the wall, which makes it easier to place where the party actually is. And once you’ve rolled it into place—patio, garage, backyard—the 520 does what it’s meant to: Bring the boom. Two stacked woofers and dual tweeters push out stereo sound with enough power to fill large outdoor spaces. The bass hits hard, but the mids and highs stay clean, even when you crank it. The companion app lets you tweak EQ settings or turn on Bass Boost, while the top panel gives you manual control over sound, lighting, and custom effects. It has just about every input you’d want: Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C audio, AUX, and dual mic/instrument ports with gain knobs. Battery life is rated at 15 hours, and real-world use lands closer to 12, which is still enough for a long event.
Still, it’s not for everyone. It only plays properly when upright, and the front-facing design means you’ll get the best sound standing in front of it, not off to the side. It’s also heavy, and the plastic wheels aren’t made for trails or bumpy lawns. There's no voice assistant, no speakerphone functionality, and no real smart features. But if your only goal is to plug in, press play, and turn your space into a full-blown rave or karaoke night, this deal makes it a strong case.
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