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Part Two of our CryptoNutz meeting in Winnipeg, presentation on the 4th Bitcoin Halving

On April 19th I presented for our CryptoNutz meetup some information on the upcoming Bitcoin halving that happened hours after our meetup on April 20th. Some of...

Half Moon restaurant Established 1938 a summer in Winnipeg and still a hot spot with Pinball machines and Juke boxes

Retro Journey at Half Moon Restaurant in Lockport, Manitoba Stepping into the Half Moon Restaurant in Lockport, Manitoba, is like being whisked back in time to ...

Festival Du Voyageur Winnipeg Canada winter festival at Fort Gibralter

The Festival Du Voyageur has been running since 1969 and is the largest winter festival in Winnipeg. It happens every February usually during some of the coldes...

Pawn Stars and the Vintage Steam Ship portable Fog Horn circa 1890's

We've always found unique items, and it wasn't a shock when famous pickers from the industry got in touch with us. We sell things on eBay and Etsy, thanks to ou...

Solar energy blast creeps into my workspace MONOMAD Challenge

MONOMAD Challenge The bright sun today found its way into my workshop setting the stage for a laser light show from the sky above. The darkness of the shop with...

The new ARC browser, DeSo and Focus, my deep dive for the week

It's been another tech-filled week! This time, I explored the ARC browser by The Browser Company. They spend over $10 million a year and don't plan to charge fo...

AI Assistance in art designs using MidJourney and some human intuition

My journey is marked by creativity, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of bringing imagination to reality. I’m most certainly not unique in my passion for c...

Collecting rare books and a look into Reverend Morris and Reverend Brewer published works from the late 1800's

After my mother's passing I came across two unusual items to be in her posession. One was a book published by Reverend F.O. (Francis Orpen) Morris (1810-1893) t...

Unexpected dew in February in the coldest province of Canada

Its February 1st. I live on the coldest part of the planet in the winter, except this particular winter. Our average temperature for this time of year is -15 de...

Freedom of Speech, Web3, Blockchain, Human Intelligence, Lives That Matter, and the fear of AI

@adm @hivewatchers Yes, I am using the assistance of AI to get my point out as my words to the admins may come across a little less that pleasant. Feel free to ...

The Power of AI and Human Collaboration: A Rebuttal to Accusations of Fraud and Plagiarism

hivewatchers There is reasonable evidence that this article is machine-generated. Posting such content is considered fraud. Fraud is discouraged by the communit...

A Journey Through Art and History: My Encounters with the Victoria and Albert Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London is not just a repository of art and history; it's a testament to human creativity, resilience, and the enduring p...

Unleashing the Bristol Fighter: A Supercar Saga

In the world of luxury automobiles, Bristol Cars has carved a niche for itself as a producer of exclusive, handcrafted vehicles. Among their illustrious creatio...

All That Matters: Embracing Life Amidst Loss and Grief

Grief is a universal experience, one that touches every life at some point. The loss of someone close – be it a friend, sibling, child, or even an acquaintance ...

A Rainy Evening in London: Capturing Eerie Beauty through Long Exposure Photography #MONOMAD Challenge

During a trip to London I did a bit of low light street photography. , The streets glistened with raindrops, presented a mesmerizing canvas for a spontaneous ph...

Transparent Governance: The Role of DAOs in Reducing Corruption and Enhancing Accountability

The integration of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) into voting and decision-making processes presents a promising prospect for the future of gover...

The Phoenix Rising: The Restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral

The Notre Dame Cathedral, a crowning achievement of medieval architecture and artistry, stands not only as a symbol of religious devotion but also as a testamen...

Uncovering Hidden Treasures: The Unexpected Find in a Hoarder's Home

Cleaning a hoarder's home is often like excavating through layers of a forgotten world. Amidst the cluttered paths lined with newspapers and the mountains of se...

A Trip Down Memory Lane: The Vintage Buses of Winnipeg Transit A Day of Nostalgic Discovery

A few weeks ago, I had the unique opportunity to step back in time, thanks to a friend who works at Winnipeg Transit. He gave me an exclusive tour of some of th...

The history of the double cross, the early art of trickery

Welcome to the whimsical world of "double crossing" – a term that's been bandying about since the days when horses were the hottest topic in town (and not just ...