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  1. @jedsetter @troberts Britney's an interesting example.

    Because you're absolutely right, she has always maintained a strong and loyal fan base. Her fans played a huge part in helping her escape the conservatorship.

    And she's always been an icon in the queer community.

    And she's consistently been commercially successful.

    At the same time, there was a period of time there where she was viewed with utter disdain by large sections of the media and many critics.

    It seemed to really turn toxic (no pun intended) around the time she broke up with Justin Timberlake, and didn't let up until quite recently.

    And it wasn't just the tabloids and the gossip bloggers. The mainstream media and sections of the respectable music press were more than willing to sink a boot in.

    I mean, just see that interview with Diane Sawyer for a prime example. Pure concentrated contempt.

    And Sawyer was far from alone among media figures and critics.

    So getting back to the RHCP.

    It's nowhere near as nasty and as vicious towards the Chillis as it was towards Britney.

    But they're at a similar point in their careers, where critics and writers can sneer at them, safe in the knowledge there will be no serious consequences for doing so.

    And many in the comments sections of their videos and articles and social posts will gladly jump in.

    #britney #britneyspears #music #popmusic #top40 #FreeBritney

  2. I have a bottle of lemon #yuzu to give away. I don't drink it.
    It is the size of a regular wine bottle.

    #FreeBooze #VictoriaBC #Saanich #FreeDrinks

  3. Here at Fathom Publishing, we love our planet and educating on the many numbers of ways to protect it and keep it turning for us.

    🔗 Celebrate #EarthDay this April 22nd with us and inspire the younger generation to get involved with our #freeprintable #activitysheet: dlvr.it/TS8jBm

    #reduce #recycle #reuse

  4. Here at Fathom Publishing, we love our planet and educating on the many numbers of ways to protect it and keep it turning for us.

    🔗 Celebrate #EarthDay this April 22nd with us and inspire the younger generation to get involved with our #freeprintable #activitysheet: dlvr.it/TS8jBm

    #reduce #recycle #reuse

  5. Here at Fathom Publishing, we love our planet and educating on the many numbers of ways to protect it and keep it turning for us.

    🔗 Celebrate #EarthDay this April 22nd with us and inspire the younger generation to get involved with our #freeprintable #activitysheet: dlvr.it/TS8jBm

    #reduce #recycle #reuse

  6. Here at Fathom Publishing, we love our planet and educating on the many numbers of ways to protect it and keep it turning for us.

    🔗 Celebrate #EarthDay this April 22nd with us and inspire the younger generation to get involved with our #freeprintable #activitysheet: dlvr.it/TS8jBm

    #reduce #recycle #reuse

  7. This 3D Printer Was Built By the Internet: How Open Source Designs Are Changing the Game for Makers

    1,511 words, 8 minutes read time.

    Imagine building a high-performance 3D printer, not from a box delivered by a manufacturer, but from a collection of ideas, parts, and plans shared by people around the world. What sounds like a sci-fi fantasy is actually one of the most exciting, grassroots innovations happening today in the maker space: the rise of the open-source 3D printer. These machines are not the product of a single company or brand but the result of community-driven collaboration, iteration, and an incredible open exchange of knowledge. In this article, we’ll explore what makes open-source printers like the Voron series and the RepRap project so groundbreaking, how they’re built, why they’re better than you think, and how you can be part of this global DIY movement.

    Open-source hardware isn’t new, but the way it has evolved through 3D printing communities is genuinely something to behold. The RepRap project, for example, began back in 2005 with the audacious goal of creating a self-replicating machine — a 3D printer that could print most of its own components. It was a bold vision by Dr. Adrian Bowyer, a senior lecturer in mechanical engineering at the University of Bath. According to Bowyer, “RepRap is humanity’s first general-purpose self-replicating manufacturing machine.” You can still explore that mission today at reprap.org, where the project’s designs, history, and progress are documented and continuously updated by a global community.

    Fast forward to today, and open-source 3D printers have exploded in popularity, particularly with the rise of sophisticated builds like the Voron 2.4 and Voron Trident. These aren’t beginner builds — they require a solid understanding of electronics, mechanics, and software — but for those willing to take the leap, they offer performance that rivals (and often exceeds) many commercial printers costing thousands more. What’s even more impressive is that these printers are not sold as a single unit. Instead, you download the designs, source the parts from various suppliers, and build them yourself, sometimes with guidance from Discord servers, forums, and GitHub repositories maintained by fellow enthusiasts.

    So what drives people to do this? First, there’s the cost-benefit angle. With commercial printers, a lot of what you’re paying for is the brand, marketing, support, and profit margin. With open-source builds, your investment goes directly into components. High-quality rails, frames, stepper motors, control boards — it all adds up to a machine that can print fast, accurately, and reliably. Secondly, there’s customization. Want a bigger build volume? A different hotend? Custom firmware? It’s all possible because every part of an open-source build can be tailored to your needs. Builders often add upgrades like the Stealthburner toolhead, Galileo extruders, or Klipper firmware with input shaping to squeeze the most out of their setups.

    But maybe the most powerful reason is community. Unlike commercial machines that can feel like a closed system, open-source printers are part of a living, breathing network of creators and tinkerers who share their ideas, designs, and improvements freely. On the Voron Design Discord server, for instance, thousands of users exchange daily tips, test new upgrades, and troubleshoot builds. The community doesn’t just build printers — it builds knowledge. “There’s nothing like building your own machine and watching it outperform a $3,000 printer,” says one user in the Voron forums. “You learn everything from thermal dynamics to firmware tuning.”

    To really understand the magic of open-source printers, let’s take a closer look at the Voron 2.4, one of the most popular designs in the space. It’s a coreXY printer, meaning it uses a mechanical configuration that allows faster, more stable movement on the X and Y axes. It features a stationary bed, meaning the print surface doesn’t move up and down as much, which improves quality and speed. Its frame is made from aluminum extrusions and printed parts, and it uses high-end linear rails and a direct drive extruder setup. Combined with Klipper firmware — which offloads processing to a Raspberry Pi and enables high-speed features like pressure advance and input shaping — the Voron 2.4 is a beast of a machine. And it’s entirely open-source. Every nut, bolt, and bracket is documented and freely available on the GitHub repository.

    Another build gaining popularity is the Jubilee, a multi-tool 3D printer platform designed from the ground up to support tool changers. This allows for advanced applications like multimaterial printing or even combining CNC and laser attachments. Like the Voron, Jubilee is a community-driven project hosted on GitHub and powered by volunteers who believe in open access and modular design. You can find the entire build guide and BOM online, and it’s not uncommon for users to post their progress and mods on social platforms like Reddit, Mastodon, and YouTube.

    These projects have also played an essential role in open innovation. A 2014 paper published in Research Policy titled “Collective Innovation in Open Source Hardware” noted that hardware communities like RepRap and Ultimaker exhibit “a rich ecosystem of contributors who constantly remix and improve designs.” This is one of the clearest signs that open hardware isn’t just viable — it’s a wellspring of creativity and learning. Unlike proprietary products where reverse-engineering can lead to legal trouble, open hardware encourages experimentation. As long as you follow licenses like the GNU GPL or CERN OHL, you’re free to build, remix, and even sell your versions, often with attribution.

    The impact of these open printers goes beyond garages and hobby shops. In humanitarian efforts, such as disaster recovery or remote medical aid, open-source 3D printers have provided solutions when supply chains were broken. During the COVID-19 pandemic, for example, makers worldwide printed face shields, ventilator parts, and mask clips using community-driven designs shared on Thingiverse, Printables, and Cults3D. None of that would have been possible without the underlying spirit of open source.

    It’s also worth noting that the learning curve, while steep, is incredibly rewarding. Building your own printer teaches you everything from CAD design and thermal management to firmware configuration and machine calibration. Many who start by building a Voron or Jubilee end up designing their own machines, contributing back to the community with mods, new features, and documentation. It’s a virtuous cycle — the more people learn and build, the better these machines become. And the best part? It’s all documented, free, and waiting for you to jump in.

    Safety and ethics also play a role in this conversation. Because open-source printers can be built in various configurations, it’s essential for users to understand best practices around electrical wiring, thermistor placement, and enclosure design. Many communities have strict safety checks before certifying or recommending builds. As long as you follow well-documented guides and seek advice from experienced builders, the risks are manageable — and you’ll come out of the experience far more knowledgeable.

    So how do you start? First, research which open-source design fits your needs. Visit the Voron Design site, read the RepRap Wiki, or explore repositories on GitHub. You’ll find guides, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and firmware settings all laid out for free. Then join a Discord server or Reddit group to ask questions, share your ideas, and see what others are building. There’s no gatekeeping here — if you have a passion for making, you’re welcome.

    In the end, the story of open-source 3D printing is the story of decentralized innovation. It’s a rebellion against walled gardens and planned obsolescence. It’s a declaration that we — the users, builders, and dreamers — should control the machines we use, not the other way around. And most of all, it’s proof that when a global community puts its mind together, the results can rival anything made behind closed corporate doors.

    If you’ve ever wanted to build a machine that’s not just yours in name but yours in every wire and screw, there’s never been a better time. Download some files. Ask some questions. Print some parts. Because the best printer you’ll ever own just might be the one you build yourself.

    If you enjoyed this deep dive and want more guides, tips, and community stories about 3D printing, subscribe to our newsletter and be the first to know when new content drops. Want to share your own build or ask a question? Leave a comment below or reach out to me directly — I’d love to hear from you and feature your story in a future post.

    D. Bryan King

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    The views and opinions expressed in this post are solely those of the author. The information provided is based on personal research, experience, and understanding of the subject matter at the time of writing. Readers should consult relevant experts or authorities for specific guidance related to their unique situations.

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  8. 🤔 Ah, the classic tale of a tech enthusiast playing "will-it-blend?" with TPUs and Flash Attention! 🤪 Our hero Archer FAFO (Finds A Free Option) decides to port algorithms like he's playing a game of Tetris—except it's on a free-tier #TPU in #Colab, which is basically like using a Ferrari to deliver pizza for free. 🍕🚗
    archerzhang.me/forcing-flash-a #techenthusiast #FlashAttention #freeoptions #algorithmshack #HackerNews #ngated

  9. Ciao Mondo.
    Stampe in REGALO!
    Ho 2 #narvalo e 1 #uccello serio.
    COME FUNZIONA?
    Facile: mi dici quale vuoi e io te la spedisco, non devi pagare nemmeno il #francobollo

    #linocut
    #omaggio
    #linoprintforfree
    #freeprint
    #stampa
    #linocutprint
    #postcard

  10. Time for #SEAGO2025 's 6th stream courtesy of
    @seagamethetic.bsky.social and @virtualseasia.com !

    Isekat time now, by @inspitegames.bsky.social ! A cat typing rpg! Kinda curious to play this one!

    Will play at 18:30 UTC +7 / 20:30 JST / 11:30 UTC!

    See you soon~

    Stream link : twitch.tv/freefiona85

    Game link : store.steampowered.com/app/373

    #FioStreamInfo #TypingGame

  11. The 50th episode is out now! It is all about boggarts - shrieking spectres, ghostly geese, inflatable sheep, ineffective graves and much much more.

    Come to Boggartdom, meet the feeorin and found out more synonyms for terror than you ever thought you'd need!

    Oh and frustratingly, I do not define the term Boggart at any point.

    Listen at talesofbritainandireland.com/e or wherever you get podcasts.

    And with this episode some announcements - firstly thank you so much to the artists who I commissioned boggart artworks from - they are absolutely wonderful, and as a gift to myself I've now updated the wikipedia Boggart page with the images, so that it now shows a range of more accurate boggarts.

    I'll probably do separate posts on each of the images and the stories they show, but here they all are as a group for now.

    Those amazing artists are: @jantiff_illustration, @lino_folk_by_fiona, @rhiwynter and This Is Sian Ellis

    Secondly thanks so much to all the patrons who have supported me and meant I could do a silly little project like this, that's made me ever so happy. I couldn't have done it without you.

    The wikipedia page itself still needs some edit to the words - but at least there are some excellent pictures! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boggart

    Secondly: There is no expert discussion section on this episode - this is because for the first time ever I'm going to have an expert discussion section, where I will interview the world's leading Boggart expert - Dr Simon Young (of Boggart and Banshee: A Supernatural Podcast).

    That interview will be the next episode - released in the next few weeks, so you can really delve into boggarts and finally find out what they are!

    I really hope you enjoy this episode, I am absolutely thrilled to have made it to fifty and it is absolutely the support of everyone who has ever listened, or encouraged me, to do it! Here's to fifty more in another 6 years time!

    #Folklore #Podcast #Boggart #Storytelling #folkloreart

  12. The 50th episode is out now! It is all about boggarts - shrieking spectres, ghostly geese, inflatable sheep, ineffective graves and much much more.

    Come to Boggartdom, meet the feeorin and found out more synonyms for terror than you ever thought you'd need!

    Oh and frustratingly, I do not define the term Boggart at any point.

    Listen at talesofbritainandireland.com/e or wherever you get podcasts.

    And with this episode some announcements - firstly thank you so much to the artists who I commissioned boggart artworks from - they are absolutely wonderful, and as a gift to myself I've now updated the wikipedia Boggart page with the images, so that it now shows a range of more accurate boggarts.

    I'll probably do separate posts on each of the images and the stories they show, but here they all are as a group for now.

    Those amazing artists are: @jantiff_illustration, @lino_folk_by_fiona, @rhiwynter and This Is Sian Ellis

    Secondly thanks so much to all the patrons who have supported me and meant I could do a silly little project like this, that's made me ever so happy. I couldn't have done it without you.

    The wikipedia page itself still needs some edit to the words - but at least there are some excellent pictures! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boggart

    Secondly: There is no expert discussion section on this episode - this is because for the first time ever I'm going to have an expert discussion section, where I will interview the world's leading Boggart expert - Dr Simon Young (of Boggart and Banshee: A Supernatural Podcast).

    That interview will be the next episode - released in the next few weeks, so you can really delve into boggarts and finally find out what they are!

    I really hope you enjoy this episode, I am absolutely thrilled to have made it to fifty and it is absolutely the support of everyone who has ever listened, or encouraged me, to do it! Here's to fifty more in another 6 years time!

    #Folklore #Podcast #Boggart #Storytelling #folkloreart

  13. The 50th episode is out now! It is all about boggarts - shrieking spectres, ghostly geese, inflatable sheep, ineffective graves and much much more.

    Come to Boggartdom, meet the feeorin and found out more synonyms for terror than you ever thought you'd need!

    Oh and frustratingly, I do not define the term Boggart at any point.

    Listen at talesofbritainandireland.com/e or wherever you get podcasts.

    And with this episode some announcements - firstly thank you so much to the artists who I commissioned boggart artworks from - they are absolutely wonderful, and as a gift to myself I've now updated the wikipedia Boggart page with the images, so that it now shows a range of more accurate boggarts.

    I'll probably do separate posts on each of the images and the stories they show, but here they all are as a group for now.

    Those amazing artists are: @jantiff_illustration, @lino_folk_by_fiona, @rhiwynter and This Is Sian Ellis

    Secondly thanks so much to all the patrons who have supported me and meant I could do a silly little project like this, that's made me ever so happy. I couldn't have done it without you.

    The wikipedia page itself still needs some edit to the words - but at least there are some excellent pictures! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boggart

    Secondly: There is no expert discussion section on this episode - this is because for the first time ever I'm going to have an expert discussion section, where I will interview the world's leading Boggart expert - Dr Simon Young (of Boggart and Banshee: A Supernatural Podcast).

    That interview will be the next episode - released in the next few weeks, so you can really delve into boggarts and finally find out what they are!

    I really hope you enjoy this episode, I am absolutely thrilled to have made it to fifty and it is absolutely the support of everyone who has ever listened, or encouraged me, to do it! Here's to fifty more in another 6 years time!

    #Folklore #Podcast #Boggart #Storytelling #folkloreart

  14. The 50th episode is out now! It is all about boggarts - shrieking spectres, ghostly geese, inflatable sheep, ineffective graves and much much more.

    Come to Boggartdom, meet the feeorin and found out more synonyms for terror than you ever thought you'd need!

    Oh and frustratingly, I do not define the term Boggart at any point.

    Listen at talesofbritainandireland.com/e or wherever you get podcasts.

    And with this episode some announcements - firstly thank you so much to the artists who I commissioned boggart artworks from - they are absolutely wonderful, and as a gift to myself I've now updated the wikipedia Boggart page with the images, so that it now shows a range of more accurate boggarts.

    I'll probably do separate posts on each of the images and the stories they show, but here they all are as a group for now.

    Those amazing artists are: @jantiff_illustration, @lino_folk_by_fiona, @rhiwynter and This Is Sian Ellis

    Secondly thanks so much to all the patrons who have supported me and meant I could do a silly little project like this, that's made me ever so happy. I couldn't have done it without you.

    The wikipedia page itself still needs some edit to the words - but at least there are some excellent pictures! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boggart

    Secondly: There is no expert discussion section on this episode - this is because for the first time ever I'm going to have an expert discussion section, where I will interview the world's leading Boggart expert - Dr Simon Young (of Boggart and Banshee: A Supernatural Podcast).

    That interview will be the next episode - released in the next few weeks, so you can really delve into boggarts and finally find out what they are!

    I really hope you enjoy this episode, I am absolutely thrilled to have made it to fifty and it is absolutely the support of everyone who has ever listened, or encouraged me, to do it! Here's to fifty more in another 6 years time!

    #Folklore #Podcast #Boggart #Storytelling #folkloreart

  15. GSAP ScrollTrigger List Expansion
    Scroll reveals structure.
    [HTML + CSS]
    ScrollTrigger expands the list dynamically. Hardware-accelerated math. Zero layout shifts.
    Source: freefrontend.com/code/gsap-scr
    #GSAP #UI #CSS

  16. Loading Cube

    Master a key technique for creating stylish, isometric 3D components and effects often used for gamification or interactive landing pages! The demo shows how easily #GSAP manages complex transformations (position, rotation) of 3D objects, making their behavior lively and physically accurate.

    codepen.io/verlangieri/pen/bpZ

  17. Adding to Cart Animation with GSAP, Tweakpane, and CSS

    Jhey Tompkins demonstrates how to build a responsive checkmark burst animation without excessive #JS, using #CSS Transitions for the core and #GSAP for dynamic parameter control (speed, color, style). Perfect for boosting #UX!

    codepen.io/jh3y/pen/emJdWYE

    #html #frontend #webdev #webdevelopment

  18. A 3D matrix that reacts to the cursor! This demo showcases advanced use of #GSAP Draggable and pure math to calculate UV coordinates and cursor distance to each cell. Perfect for learning how to create highly interactive 3D effects without heavy frameworks.

    freefrontend.com/draggable-js/
    codepen.io/jh3y/pen/eYwPzQZ

    #html #css #javascript #frontend #webdev #webdevelopment

  19. OK So, time to revive #365DaysOfGaming, i'll add #52WeeksOfGaming too, as it'll be more lenient for me (i can finish the week one easier than the days lol).

    For this one series, i'll post anything related to gaming. Be it my LetsPlay video, Twitch stream, game review, etc.

    This includes game showcase, and can be include #ShareYourGames too. I will also uses #FioPlays and #FioPlays2024 tag for my gameplay and streams. I really hope i can at least finish one of those this year around ^^ Want to get back to gaming a lot again, and this is a start.

    Will also add #FioGameMusiCorner and #FioGameRant too at some point, along with #FioGamingNotes .

  20. Small snippets of #365DaysOfGaming , for #IndieThursday - I'd recommend Battle Chef Brigade.

    store.steampowered.com/app/452

    This game is very cute. Part brawler, part cooking puzzle, it has a lot of charms that can captivate the players to do the bite-sized story and enjoy the beautiful artworks, VO and world it can offer.

    I'll make some review for this game sometime on #FioGamingNotes definitely. But for now, please take a look on this game~

    #ShareYourGames #Gaming #FioGameRecs #IndieGames

  21. This is my introduction in my WriteFreely instance - Gaming Notes. There I will put my gaming blogs, notes, rants, reviews, whatevers!

    gamingnotes.fioverse.zone/free

    #FioProject #FioGamingNotes #WriteFreely

  22. Good mornoon afterevening, Fediverse people! It's Noon-Afternoon-ish in #SouthEastAsia here!

    Thursday is here, or almost here for some people! Hope you're going strong, or take a good rest - whichever applies. Don't forget to hydrate and take proper care of yourself.

    Gonna try to do some new things today, we'll see if I can post some new things regarding #365DaysOfGaming ^^ and also updating some branches on #FioVerse !

    #FioDailyGreeting