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13 votes
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Cyberpunk 2077 delayed to September
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What is a good free alternative to Wordpress that requires little coding?
I have basic notions of HTML and CSS, but nearly zero JS knowledge. I can perform simple customizations and I know how to follow instructions. It is not my intention to create anything from...
I have basic notions of HTML and CSS, but nearly zero JS knowledge. I can perform simple customizations and I know how to follow instructions.
It is not my intention to create anything from scratch (so the platform should have plenty of free themes), nor do I want to become a webdev or webdesigner. This is not a technical project for me, my main concern is the content.
I currently have a blog that uses Wordpress with a purchased theme. It's good enough, but a bit slow to load. Besides, simpler platforms might be easier to understand and manipulate.
This alternative would also need to be FOSS and easy to self-host.
As a plus, it would be awesome if I could manage the blog/website from within Emacs/Org Mode.
Any ideas?
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Mark Blyth - So can we have it all?
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The Virtues
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Norway's government risks splitting after a coalition partner threatened to pull its support over the repatriation of a woman who joined Islamic State in Syria
6 votes -
Voters second choice candidates show a presidential race that is still fluid
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Oslo to introduce electric ferries from next year – five newly-built electric boats will ply their way around the Inner Oslofjord
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Train driver's view: "Stormy" winter conditions on the mountainpass (Bergen Line, Norway)
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Iceland's tourism revolution
4 votes -
A Missouri bill intended to bar libraries from stocking “age-inappropriate sexual material” for children could land librarians who refuse to comply with it in jail
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Terrorism police list Extinction Rebellion as extremist ideology
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Gay man who protested against Drag Queen Story Time dies by suicide
Wilson Gavin was the President of the University of Queensland’s Liberal National Club. He was also gay. Earlier this week, he led a protest against a Drag Queen Story Time event. The following...
Wilson Gavin was the President of the University of Queensland’s Liberal National Club. He was also gay.
Earlier this week, he led a protest against a Drag Queen Story Time event.
The following day, he was found dead at a local railway station, having committed suicide.
He has formerly campaigned against same-sex marriage.
His family have released a statement.
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Putin has suggested a bunch of constitutional amendments. Here’s what he wants to change
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Simon Kjaer says it's a dream to play for AC Milan after Sevilla loan move
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David Bowie - It's No Game pt. 1 (1980)
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Sweden could revive its night trains to Europe, agency finds – Malmö to Cologne is proposed as the first route for sleeper trains
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The smallest Discman ever made - was smaller than a CD
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The case for being a medical conservative
9 votes -
SpaceX tests black satellite to reduce ‘megaconstellation’ threat to astronomy
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The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser is out of preview and available for download
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Should public transit be free? More cities say, why not?
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Close your open tabs - Sometimes, information overload has its limits
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US torpedo troubles during World War II
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Sanders climbs, now tied with Biden among registered voters: Reuters poll
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What authors do you recommend on the basis of writing style?
I'm in the middle of writing my thesis and I've been (re)reading some excellent, unconventional style guides (The Sense of Style by Stephen Pinker and Stylish Academic Writing by Helen Sword). I'm...
I'm in the middle of writing my thesis and I've been (re)reading some excellent, unconventional style guides (The Sense of Style by Stephen Pinker and Stylish Academic Writing by Helen Sword). I'm also rereading Thank You for Arguing by Jay Heinrichs, which is less about style but is essentially a guide for effective communication.
In reading these books and applying their teachings to my writing, I've been reinvigorated with a passion for writing, namely for the craftsmanship of prose. All three books analyze excerpts from examples of great (and sometimes poor) writing. But, I'm now looking for a more immersive experience in good (i.e. stylish, evocative, concise etc.) writing in the hopes that, with my newly refined perspective and sensitivity, I can improve my own writing even more. Good writers read good writing.
Now, starting new books now won't help my current cause (my thesis) but my academic career will call for much more writing in the future. And I'm hoping that maybe the suggestions I get here will help me prioritize my current queue of books and articles—I know they're all great books but I'd like to read the ones with better writing, first.
So, I would love some recommendations on authors who you would consider as masters of writing. It can be either books or articles. Preferably non-fiction and modern (20 years?), only because fiction and older books have different standards (FWIW I love old-school sci-fi, but that's definitely not the style I'm after). My current shortcut is to read basically any "longread" on WIRED, as most of the time they are high quality and often explain complex topics.
Any other resources are also welcome! Though maybe no more style guides...
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Chihayafuru Manga Creator Establishes Fund to Support Karuta Industry
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Death threats will force Virginia lawmaker to a safe house during pro-gun rally
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What are some games that exceed expectations?
I'd love to hear about some games that are surprisingly good, deep, or different. As in, the premise or the presentation of the game does not bode well or looks weak, but the game itself rises...
I'd love to hear about some games that are surprisingly good, deep, or different. As in, the premise or the presentation of the game does not bode well or looks weak, but the game itself rises above those preconceptions and limitations to be greater, richer, or more interesting than you expected. Think games like: a surprisingly good movie tie-in, a really great edutainment experience, a well-executed corporate mascot platformer, etc.
What is it about the game that sets your expectations low, and how does the game overcome that low anchoring?
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Humble Australia Fire Relief Bundle - $25 for 29 games including Hollow Knight, Void Bastards, and Hand of Fate 2, with all proceeds going to help the wildlife affected by the Australian bushfires
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Virginia school board stops removal of LGBTQ-themed children’s books
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Two gay Chinese dads. One long and winding trip to fatherhood
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What The Hell Is Going On?? with Vic Berger - Pilot
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Hugo- and Nebula-winning science fiction author David Gerrold was spot-on in his 1999 predictions about smartphones. Here's his next prediction, from 2018
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Doctor Who S12E03 'Orphan 55'
What did you think of this week's episode of 'Doctor Who'? Previous discussions: Doctor Who S12E01 'Spyfall'
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Introducing the GamesIndustry.biz Academy, a new section of the site for guides on a variety of topics related to game development and the industry
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How Berlin's Mietskaserne tenements became coveted urban housing
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Office of Management and Budget—Withholding of Ukraine security assistance
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Rocket League | Lucky Lanterns event trailer (Starting January 20)
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Fitness Weekly Discussion
What have you been doing lately for your own fitness? Try out any new programs or exercises? Have any questions for others about your training? Want to vent about poor behavior in the gym? Started...
What have you been doing lately for your own fitness? Try out any new programs or exercises? Have any questions for others about your training? Want to vent about poor behavior in the gym? Started a new diet or have a new recipe you want to share? Anything else health and wellness related?
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Horizon Zero Dawn will come to PC this year, according to sources
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I make jewellery from wood - here's how I make one of my designs
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The complex US network pushing for Ukraine dirt — with Rudy Giuliani at its center
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Microsoft announces their plan to be carbon negative by 2030
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Spaced at 21 - Interview with cast
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Exploiting the Windows CryptoAPI vulnerability
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Critical Windows 10 exploit discovered which allows arbitrary software to be installed under the guise of Windows updates
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Why Amsterdam’s canal houses have endured for 300 years
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What’s behind the iconic floor plan of London
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What ‘livability’ looks like for Black women
10 votes