Through his Italian School for Lifeguard Dogs, Ferruccio Pilenga has trained more than 350 volunteer pups to execute water rescues.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Boiled Tofu Or Frozen Or None At All?
I usually have a block of tofu in the freezer begging to be used. Freezing gives it a chewy sponginess that soaks up marinades and crisps up when cooked. I think it probably provides a similar texture to boiling. Has anyone tried it both ways? Does anyone other than me even like tofu?
How Does a Black and White Filmmaker Adapt to Colour?
In 1958 Japanese black and white filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu was told he’d have to start making colour films. His first colour film was Equinox Flower.
Via Kottke
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
A Tiny Tale
This sweet animated short about an abandoned dog, a young astronaut and a cyclist imagines the life of tiny toys in a garden.
Popsicle Stick House Time Lapse
Hobbyist Landon Sees likes to build model houses out of popsicle sticks. This video shows how he does it.
There is a second video at The Awesomer that takes you on a tour of the built house.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
The Move
A Saskatchewan grain elevator is moved across the snow-covered prairie to a new home after nearly a half-century of use.
Wearable Technology
Deaf girl tries caption glasses that lets her "see" conversations in real time. pic.twitter.com/DRHLtH1aji
— Daily Mail (@DailyMail) January 30, 2025
Via Memo Of The Air
Gourmet Cheez-Its
Can a gourmet chef recreate the iconic cheesy, salty, and tangy experience of a Cheez-It? Pastry chef Claire Saffitz gives it a try.
Brezhnev and Nixon Go For A Drive
Nixon knew Brezhnev loved fast, luxury cars and presented him with the Continental at a summit at Camp David in June 1973. Brezhnev took off without security and with a terrified Nixon as a passenger.
Via FB pal Hal
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