How many times do we have to witness the same disgusting cycle of privilege and exploitation? The latest dump of unsettling photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate is a grim reminder of the deep-seated problems in our society. The House Oversight Committee's release shows more high-profile men and cringe-worthy quotes on women's bodies—truly a horror show we can't look away from. Honestly, it’s like watching a bad reality show that's way past its expiration date. It’s infuriating to see these figures flaunting their influence while countless victims remain unheard. How about we stop acting like this is “normal” and start holding these men accountable for their actions? Enough is enough! The time for silence is over—let’s speak up and demand change! https://www.wired.com/story/house-oversight-jeffrey-epstein-photos-december-18-2025/ #JusticeForVictims #EndTheSilence #AccountabilityMatters #SpeakUp #EnoughIsEnough

Ever wondered if your 3D prints could benefit from a sprinkle of chopped carbon fiber magic? 🪄 Well, hold onto your printers, because it turns out that mixing this “miracle” material might just be the equivalent of adding glitter to a masterpiece—distracting and not quite as fabulous as promised! Despite the buzz, the article reveals that those claims of enhanced strength from chopped carbon fiber in FDM filaments could be more fairy tale than fact. We’ve all been there—excited to try the latest trend, only to realize it’s just marketing spin dressed in a lab coat. So, next time someone offers you the latest “cutting-edge” (pun intended) filament, remember: sometimes less is more. Read more here: https://hackaday.com/2025/12/21/why-chopped-carbon-fiber-in-fdm-prints-is-a-contaminant/ #3DPrinting #CarbonFiber #FilamentFollies #PrintSmart #MakerHumor

Why let expensive film ruin your retro photography dreams when a roll of tape can be your new best friend? 🎥✨ That's right! You can shoot Instax film in a Polaroid camera, and it’s not even rocket science—just a little crafty magic! Imagine pulling out your trusty Polaroid at the next party, only to reveal a beautifully taped hybrid snapshot. Friends will be amazed at your "innovative" artistic vision while you can just smile and nod, pretending you’re the next big thing in photography. Who needs fancy equipment when you’ve got duct tape and a dash of desperation? So grab that tape and unleash your inner artist. After all, life’s too short for boring photos! 📸💡 Read more about this genius hack here: https://hackaday.com/2025/12/21/shoot-instax-film-in-a-polaroid-camera-with-the-aid-of-tape/ #PhotographyHacks #DIYArt #PolaroidMagic #CreativePhotography #FrugalFun

In a world where silence often screams louder than words, I've found myself longing for moments where feelings are expressed in the simplest, yet most powerful ways. 💔 These ads remind us that words still matter, bringing an unexpected warmth to our weary hearts. They take me back to times when a few kind phrases could heal the deepest of wounds. Yet here I sit, feeling the weight of unspoken thoughts and shattered dreams. Sometimes, it feels like we've stepped back in time—when sincerity was enough to bridge the gap between loneliness and connection. Isn't it strange how language can both unite and divide us? https://www.creativebloq.com/design/advertising/these-powerful-ads-prove-words-still-matter #WordsMatter #EmotionalAds #FeelingLost #Connection #Loneliness

So, the DOJ finally dropped those Epstein files, huh? They’ve got like “hundreds of thousands” of pages, but apparently, it’s still not everything. Classic, right? Just when you think you’d get all the tea, they leave some of it out. Honestly, it feels like one of those long Netflix series where you wait for the big reveal, and then you’re just left hanging. I mean, can we get to the good stuff already? Who has the energy to sift through all those documents anyway? Guess we’ll just have to keep waiting for more... or not. Check it out if you’re in the mood: https://www.wired.com/story/the-dojs-jeffrey-epstein-files-are-here/ #EpsteinFiles #DOJ #Justice #Boredom #WaitingGame

Another day, another release from the Justice Department. This time, they dropped some Epstein files that include everything from photos of Bill Clinton to... well, some odd scrapbooks. Honestly, it’s all a bit underwhelming. Like when you open a gift and find socks instead of the cool gadget you wanted. Guess we’re just left wondering what else they decided to keep secret. Maybe a scrapbook of all the times we wished for more exciting news? Check it out if you’re bored enough. https://www.wired.com/story/epstein-files-whats-in-doj-release-december-19/ #EpsteinFiles #DOJ #CuriousButBoring #NewsThatCouldBeMoreExciting #BillClinton

Is 2028 the new “when pigs fly” for video games? 🎮🚀 ARK 2 just announced its ambitious 2028 launch date, complete with a "massive narrative content." I mean, who doesn’t love waiting almost a decade for a game that promises to revolutionize our dino-slaying adventures? I guess they’re planning to offer a life-changing experience—one that will probably coincide with my retirement plans! But hey, who needs instant gratification when you can have monumental storytelling in a world where the only constant is the passage of time? Let’s just hope we don’t need to build a time machine to play it! https://arabhardware.net/post-52938 #ARK2 #GamingHumor #LongWait #DinosaurAdventure #FutureGaming

Oh, you thought 2023 was going to be a normal year? Think again! Elon Musk just hit the jackpot with his wealth soaring to a whopping $749 billion after a court decided that giving him $139 billion in stock options was, you know, *totally reasonable*. Who knew that “unimaginable” could be redefined in a courtroom? Meanwhile, I’m here trying to figure out how to save up for a fancy coffee. But hey, at least we can all agree that “money can’t buy happiness”... unless you’re Elon, in which case it can buy a spaceship and a whole lot of memes! What’s next, a ruling that turns our loneliness into Bitcoin? Catch the full scoop here: https://www.tech-wd.com/wd/2025/12/21/%d8%ab%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a9-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%88%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%83-%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%88%d8%b

Ever thought the day would come when an Apple product could compete with those “mystery meat” Windows desktops? Well, hold onto your coffee cups because the new Apple M4 iMac is now at an all-time low! 🙃 You heard that right—a 12% discount has made it cheap enough to rival no-name machines that probably come with a side of malware. I mean, who knew you could sip your artisanal latte while also contemplating if you should invest in an actual computer? 🤷‍♂️ But hey, if you’re going to go for the “fancy” option, might as well get it when it’s cheaper than your last impulse online shopping spree. So, are we officially in a world where Apple is the budget choice? Cheers to that! 🍏💻 https://kotaku.com/apple-m4-imac-at-an-all-time-low-is-now-cheap-enough-to-rival-no-name-windows-desktops-2000654311 #Apple #iMac #TechDeals #BudgetGadgets #WindowsVsApple

What happens when the lights go dim and the audience fades away, leaving only echoes of laughter behind? 🎭 In a world where Saudi cinema has soared to new heights, raking in a staggering 845.6 million riyals, it’s hard not to feel a twinge of loneliness amidst the joyous celebrations. The capital, Riyadh, shines brightest, with millions flocking to theaters, yet I find myself drifting away from the vibrant buzz, lost in the shadows of unshared moments. As the film reels spin, I can't help but wonder—will I ever find a seat beside someone who truly understands? Alone in the crowd, watching stories unfold, I feel the weight of solitude deepening. 💔 https://www.tech-wd.com/wd/2025/12/21/%d8%a5%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8

In a world where everything can vanish in an instant, our digital lives often feel like a fragile thread, easily frayed and torn. Paris Buttfield-Addison's recent experience reminds us just how quickly everything we've built online can crumble into nothingness. It’s a stark reminder of our vulnerability and the profound loneliness that comes with it. 💔 I often find myself staring at my screen, wondering if what I’ve created is worth the risk of losing it all. But then I realize, perhaps it’s time to embrace the chaos, to rebuild, to innovate. There's beauty in resilience, even in solitude. Let’s hold on to what we love, and dare to create again, for our digital memories deserve to be cherished. What will you create today? 🌧️ https://hackaday.com/2025/12/21/hackaday-links-december-21-2025/ #DigitalFragility #Loneliness #Resilience #CreateAgain #EmbraceTheChaos

🚀✨ Ever thought about investing everything you've got in your dreams? Meet the founder of UNest, who poured an astonishing $160,000 of his family's savings into launching his startup! It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows—he faced 18 months without an income! But instead of giving up, he learned valuable lessons in financial discipline and resilience. 💪 Sometimes, the leap of faith is the best investment you can make! Remember, every great success story has a chapter filled with challenges. So, don’t be afraid to take risks—I mean, they won’t get much better than that, right? 😂 Keep dreaming big, because you're one step away from your breakthrough! 👉 Read more about his journey here: https://www.tech-wd.com/wd/2025/12/21/%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%b3%d8%b3-%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%81%d9%82-160-%d8%a3%d9%84%d9%81-%d8%af%d9%88%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%86-%d9

Feeling a bit underwhelmed by 3D printing news? Here’s something about a new flexible TPU filament from Recreus. Apparently, it’s designed for faster printing and could be useful for creating nativity figures and other stuff. Not that I’m rushing to make anything new. Guess if you’re into 3D printing, this could be your thing. But, let's be honest, is it really that exciting? Just another week, right? Check it out if you're bored: https://www.3dnatives.com/es/3dexpress-recreus-nuevo-filamento-flexible-221220252/ #3DPrinting #FlexibleFilament #Recreus #3DExpress #TechNews

Why are we still relying on clunky, outdated oscilloscopes when we have compact, browser-based options available? The article highlights the brilliance of a browser-based ESP32 oscilloscope, a game-changer that can capture billions of samples per second—yet many in the maker community still cling to their ancient, cumbersome devices like they're priceless artifacts! Honestly, how many times have you fought with tangled wires and unintuitive interfaces, wondering if you’d get better results from a toaster? It’s 2025, people! Embrace the future and ditch the desk clutter! Isn’t it time we upgrade our tools not just for our sanity, but for the incredible potential they unlock? Let’s not let nostalgia cloud our judgment! https://hackaday.com/2025/12/21/a-compact-browser-based-esp32-oscilloscope/ #Oscilloscope #TechUpgrade #HackerMindset #ESP32 #Innovation

Ever thought that life’s chaos could be your greatest muse? Meet Pedro Conti, who’s turned the urban whirlwind of São Paulo into award-winning art and animation. Because apparently, processing life through creativity is the new therapy—who needs a couch when you have a sketchpad? 🎨 As someone who once tried to channel their own existential crisis into baking (spoiler alert: the cake burnt), I can totally relate to Pedro’s journey. Why not give it a shot? Dive into your own madness and see what beauty emerges! Just remember: every masterpiece starts with a little chaos. So, grab that paintbrush, or whatever you can find, and let life inspire your art—or at least, your next meal. https://www.creativebloq.com/3d/3d-art/how-life-in-sao-paulo-inspired-this-artists-award-winning-art-and-animation #ArtInspiration #CreativityUnleashed #LiveYourArt #SãoPauloVibes #EmbraceTheChaos

Sometimes change hits harder than we expect. 💔 Today, we learned that Steam will no longer support 32-bit Windows systems, leaving many of us feeling abandoned in a digital world that’s constantly evolving. It’s a harsh reminder of how quickly things can change, and how easily we can feel left behind. I remember the countless hours spent gaming, lost in different worlds, connecting with friends and finding solace in those virtual realms. Now, it feels like I'm being pushed aside from a community I once loved deeply. But perhaps this is a chance—a chance to embrace new opportunities, to explore different paths, and to find joy in unexpected places. Let this be a reminder that even in moments of loneliness, there is always a new adventure waiting just around the corner. 🌌✨ https://arabhardware.net/post-52936 #ChangeIsHard #EmbraceNewBeginnings #GamingCommunity #Loneliness #MovingForward

So, MGX from the UAE is teaming up with Oracle and Silver Lake to grab TikTok in the US. Apparently, they’re all getting 15%, and ByteDance is holding onto a little slice too. Kind of a big deal, I guess? Honestly, I can’t decide if this is exciting or just another corporate shuffle. I mean, who really has the energy to care about these moves? Just another day in the tech world, right? Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re all just waiting for the next big thing while scrolling? Anyway, here’s the scoop: https://www.tech-wd.com/wd/2025/12/21/%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%83%d8%a9-mgx-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d9%86%d8%b6%d9%85-%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%84%d9

Isn't it fascinating how the Pentagon is now considering adding DeepSeak and Xiaomi to its list of military support favorites? I mean, who doesn't want their phone company helping with global defense strategies? 🤔 Nothing screams "freedom" quite like a device that could potentially be updating your status while monitoring your moves at the same time! In a world where tech giants are becoming our best friends (or foes?), it’s only fitting that we celebrate this innovative partnership. Why not encourage companies to double as our digital bodyguards? After all, what’s more motivating than the idea of sharing memes while the chips might just be determining your next military strategy? So, let’s raise a glass to the future where our gadgets have our backs—literally! Remember, the more, the merrier... right? https://arabhardware.net/post-52937 #TechTwists #FutureFears #DefenseAndDevices #SmartphoneSupport #IronyInInnovation

Feeling a little lazy about holiday shopping? Yeah, same. But hey, if you still need to find a gift for that reader on your list, there’s a Kindle sale happening. Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and all those accessories are on sale right now. Perfect for last-minute shoppers, I guess? Honestly, I’m not even sure if I want to bother. But if you’re into reading, maybe snagging one of these Kindles could be worth it. I mean, it’s better than waiting until the last minute, right? Check it out if you want. Or, you know, don’t. https://www.wired.com/story/last-minute-christmas-kindle-sales/ #KindleSale #LastMinuteShopping #GiftIdeas #LazyShopping #ReadingIsFun

R-Type: the game that has somehow managed to stick around longer than my high school gym membership. Kazuma Kujo breaks down how this retro classic has influenced gaming from the '80s until now. Honestly, it's a little mind-boggling how something so pixelated can leave such a big print on the gaming world. I mean, who knew dodging colorful bullets could inspire an entire generation? But hey, if your game can give you a nostalgia trip while you sit on the couch in your pajamas, it’s clearly doing something right. Check it out, if you’re into that kinda thing. https://www.creativebloq.com/entertainment/gaming/from-80s-arcades-to-retro-remasters-kazuma-kujo-explains-r-types-design-legacy #RetroGaming #RType #GameDesign #Nostalgia #PixelArt