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**WW2 was closer to the US Civil War than it is to the current day.**

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#TIL

**WW2 was closer to the US Civil War than it is to the current day.**

#uselessknowledge
#TIL

**WW2 was closer to the US Civil War than it is to the current day.**

#uselessknowledge
#TIL

**WW2 was closer to the US Civil War than it is to the current day.**

#uselessknowledge
#TIL

**WW2 was closer to the US Civil War than it is to the current day.**

#uselessknowledge
#TIL

huh. TIL: there is a “four corners” place in Canada, like there is more famously in the USA, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet.

But ours is automatically cooler, figuratively and literally*, because it is a: at 60° Latitude, and b: involves two Territories and two Provinces.

It is where the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba meet.

It is also a LOT harder to get to. Though arguably, as it is amongst the thousands of lakes in the area, during the summer, a float plane would get you there.

Also, technically. It is not a perfect “joining” on the map which is just bad planning on Canada’s part, but at least it is hiking distance. Or that might be just a projection issue. They seem to converge at 60N 102W. I guess I could consult an official boundary document or something :)

Apple Map location: https://maps.apple/p/W9ucIgoQCikMLM

Edit: Google Maps has a photo! Added here… of the four cornered boundary monument!

Edit2: Legislative confirmation of the four corners is in the Nunavut Act 1993, first line of Schedule 1 Section 3: “Western Boundary of Nunavut”:

“Commencing at the intersection of 60°00′N latitude with 102°00′W longitude, being the intersection of the Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan borders;””

*seasons and ongoing #agw not withstanding
#geography #uselessKnowledge #nerd #maps #canada #sk #mb #nwt #yt #climatechange

huh. TIL: there is a “four corners” place in Canada, like there is more famously in the USA, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet.

But ours is automatically cooler, figuratively and literally*, because it is a: at 60° Latitude, and b: involves two Territories and two Provinces.

It is where the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba meet.

It is also a LOT harder to get to. Though arguably, as it is amongst the thousands of lakes in the area, during the summer, a float plane would get you there.

Also, technically. It is not a perfect “joining” on the map which is just bad planning on Canada’s part, but at least it is hiking distance. Or that might be just a projection issue. They seem to converge at 60N 102W. I guess I could consult an official boundary document or something :)

Apple Map location: https://maps.apple/p/W9ucIgoQCikMLM

Edit: Google Maps has a photo! Added here… of the four cornered boundary monument!

Edit2: Legislative confirmation of the four corners is in the Nunavut Act 1993, first line of Schedule 1 Section 3: “Western Boundary of Nunavut”:

“Commencing at the intersection of 60°00′N latitude with 102°00′W longitude, being the intersection of the Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan borders;””

*seasons and ongoing #agw not withstanding
#geography #uselessKnowledge #nerd #maps #canada #sk #mb #nwt #yt #climatechange

huh. TIL: there is a “four corners” place in Canada, like there is more famously in the USA, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet.

But ours is automatically cooler, figuratively and literally*, because it is a: at 60° Latitude, and b: involves two Territories and two Provinces.

It is where the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba meet.

It is also a LOT harder to get to. Though arguably, as it is amongst the thousands of lakes in the area, during the summer, a float plane would get you there.

Also, technically. It is not a perfect “joining” on the map which is just bad planning on Canada’s part, but at least it is hiking distance. Or that might be just a projection issue. They seem to converge at 60N 102W. I guess I could consult an official boundary document or something :)

Apple Map location: https://maps.apple/p/W9ucIgoQCikMLM

Edit: Google Maps has a photo! Added here… of the four cornered boundary monument!

Edit2: Legislative confirmation of the four corners is in the Nunavut Act 1993, first line of Schedule 1 Section 3: “Western Boundary of Nunavut”:

“Commencing at the intersection of 60°00′N latitude with 102°00′W longitude, being the intersection of the Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan borders;””

*seasons and ongoing #agw not withstanding
#geography #uselessKnowledge #nerd #maps #canada #sk #mb #nwt #yt #climatechange

huh. TIL: there is a “four corners” place in Canada, like there is more famously in the USA, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet.

But ours is automatically cooler, figuratively and literally*, because it is a: at 60° Latitude, and b: involves two Territories and two Provinces.

It is where the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba meet.

It is also a LOT harder to get to. Though arguably, as it is amongst the thousands of lakes in the area, during the summer, a float plane would get you there.

Also, technically. It is not a perfect “joining” on the map which is just bad planning on Canada’s part, but at least it is hiking distance. Or that might be just a projection issue. They seem to converge at 60N 102W. I guess I could consult an official boundary document or something :)

Apple Map location: https://maps.apple/p/W9ucIgoQCikMLM

Edit: Google Maps has a photo! Added here… of the four cornered boundary monument!

Edit2: Legislative confirmation of the four corners is in the Nunavut Act 1993, first line of Schedule 1 Section 3: “Western Boundary of Nunavut”:

“Commencing at the intersection of 60°00′N latitude with 102°00′W longitude, being the intersection of the Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan borders;””

*seasons and ongoing #agw not withstanding
#geography #uselessKnowledge #nerd #maps #canada #sk #mb #nwt #yt #climatechange

huh. TIL: there is a “four corners” place in Canada, like there is more famously in the USA, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet.

But ours is automatically cooler, figuratively and literally*, because it is a: at 60° Latitude, and b: involves two Territories and two Provinces.

It is where the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba meet.

It is also a LOT harder to get to. Though arguably, as it is amongst the thousands of lakes in the area, during the summer, a float plane would get you there.

Also, technically. It is not a perfect “joining” on the map which is just bad planning on Canada’s part, but at least it is hiking distance. Or that might be just a projection issue. They seem to converge at 60N 102W. I guess I could consult an official boundary document or something :)

Apple Map location: https://maps.apple/p/W9ucIgoQCikMLM

Edit: Google Maps has a photo! Added here… of the four cornered boundary monument!

Edit2: Legislative confirmation of the four corners is in the Nunavut Act 1993, first line of Schedule 1 Section 3: “Western Boundary of Nunavut”:

“Commencing at the intersection of 60°00′N latitude with 102°00′W longitude, being the intersection of the Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan borders;””

*seasons and ongoing #agw not withstanding
#geography #uselessKnowledge #nerd #maps #canada #sk #mb #nwt #yt #climatechange

The case for #uselessknowledge

#Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar on why the simple act of #askingquestions (without needing a reason) is one of the most powerful things a #human can do.

https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-case-for-useless-knowledge-asking-questions/

The case for #uselessknowledge

#Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar on why the simple act of #askingquestions (without needing a reason) is one of the most powerful things a #human can do.

https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-case-for-useless-knowledge-asking-questions/

The case for #uselessknowledge

#Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar on why the simple act of #askingquestions (without needing a reason) is one of the most powerful things a #human can do.

https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-case-for-useless-knowledge-asking-questions/

The case for #uselessknowledge

#Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar on why the simple act of #askingquestions (without needing a reason) is one of the most powerful things a #human can do.

https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-case-for-useless-knowledge-asking-questions/

The case for #uselessknowledge

#Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar on why the simple act of #askingquestions (without needing a reason) is one of the most powerful things a #human can do.

https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-case-for-useless-knowledge-asking-questions/

In 2005, the Neuf Twin smartphone came to market, with GSM, Wifi (802.11b, lol) and an email client. You know, to read and write with T9 emails on 176x220 resolution. No linux involved. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2005, the Neuf Twin smartphone came to market, with GSM, Wifi (802.11b, lol) and an email client. You know, to read and write with T9 emails on 176x220 resolution. No linux involved. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2005, the Neuf Twin smartphone came to market, with GSM, Wifi (802.11b, lol) and an email client. You know, to read and write with T9 emails on 176x220 resolution. No linux involved. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2005, the Neuf Twin smartphone came to market, with GSM, Wifi (802.11b, lol) and an email client. You know, to read and write with T9 emails on 176x220 resolution. No linux involved. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, Qtopia had the Linux-based Greenphone on the market, a stunning USD695. Also running an Intel Xscale CPU, other pages say Marvell. Oh well, it is Qt that lasted. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, Qtopia had the Linux-based Greenphone on the market, a stunning USD695. Also running an Intel Xscale CPU, other pages say Marvell. Oh well, it is Qt that lasted. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, Qtopia had the Linux-based Greenphone on the market, a stunning USD695. Also running an Intel Xscale CPU, other pages say Marvell. Oh well, it is Qt that lasted. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, Qtopia had the Linux-based Greenphone on the market, a stunning USD695. Also running an Intel Xscale CPU, other pages say Marvell. Oh well, it is Qt that lasted. #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, G-Tek brought a smartphone to market with dual-band wifi, dual SIM and SIP support #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, G-Tek brought a smartphone to market with dual-band wifi, dual SIM and SIP support #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, G-Tek brought a smartphone to market with dual-band wifi, dual SIM and SIP support #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2007, G-Tek brought a smartphone to market with dual-band wifi, dual SIM and SIP support #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2006, Samsung brought their SCH-i819 smartphone to market. It featured Prizm Linux on Intel PXA270 #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2006, Samsung brought their SCH-i819 smartphone to market. It featured Prizm Linux on Intel PXA270 #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2006, Samsung brought their SCH-i819 smartphone to market. It featured Prizm Linux on Intel PXA270 #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

In 2006, Samsung brought their SCH-i819 smartphone to market. It featured Prizm Linux on Intel PXA270 #blastfromthepast #uselessknowledge

2025 = (20 + 25)² = 1 + 3 + 5 + … + 89 = 1³ + 2³ + 3³ + … + 9³

#nowYouKnow #uselessKnowledge #calendar #maths

2025 = (20 + 25)² = 1 + 3 + 5 + … + 89 = 1³ + 2³ + 3³ + … + 9³

#nowYouKnow #uselessKnowledge #calendar #maths

2025 = (20 + 25)² = 1 + 3 + 5 + … + 89 = 1³ + 2³ + 3³ + … + 9³

#nowYouKnow #uselessKnowledge #calendar #maths

2025 = (20 + 25)² = 1 + 3 + 5 + … + 89 = 1³ + 2³ + 3³ + … + 9³

#nowYouKnow #uselessKnowledge #calendar #maths

I was today years old when I learned that #ACDC means #bisexual in #Polari.
And just a few days before that I learned that the movie “Inauguration of the pleasure dome” used #GlagoliticMass by #Czech composer #LeošJanáček as soundtrack, which is extremely interesting for me due to family stories that are connected to all of this in a way.
And - by the way - there’s a beer named #TarasBoulba.

This was a great weekend.
#UselessKnowledge

I was today years old when I learned that #ACDC means #bisexual in #Polari.
And just a few days before that I learned that the movie “Inauguration of the pleasure dome” used #GlagoliticMass by #Czech composer #LeošJanáček as soundtrack, which is extremely interesting for me due to family stories that are connected to all of this in a way.
And - by the way - there’s a beer named #TarasBoulba.

This was a great weekend.
#UselessKnowledge

I was today years old when I learned that #ACDC means #bisexual in #Polari.
And just a few days before that I learned that the movie “Inauguration of the pleasure dome” used #GlagoliticMass by #Czech composer #LeošJanáček as soundtrack, which is extremely interesting for me due to family stories that are connected to all of this in a way.
And - by the way - there’s a beer named #TarasBoulba.

This was a great weekend.
#UselessKnowledge

I was today years old when I learned that #ACDC means #bisexual in #Polari.
And just a few days before that I learned that the movie “Inauguration of the pleasure dome” used #GlagoliticMass by #Czech composer #LeošJanáček as soundtrack, which is extremely interesting for me due to family stories that are connected to all of this in a way.
And - by the way - there’s a beer named #TarasBoulba.

This was a great weekend.
#UselessKnowledge

I was today years old when I learned that #ACDC means #bisexual in #Polari.
And just a few days before that I learned that the movie “Inauguration of the pleasure dome” used #GlagoliticMass by #Czech composer #LeošJanáček as soundtrack, which is extremely interesting for me due to family stories that are connected to all of this in a way.
And - by the way - there’s a beer named #TarasBoulba.

This was a great weekend.
#UselessKnowledge

@leah @dritter 221 ist generell toller, geht aber nur bis 0,2 mm2 runter nicht 0,08

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@leah @dritter 221 ist generell toller, geht aber nur bis 0,2 mm2 runter nicht 0,08

#uselessknowledge

@leah @dritter 221 ist generell toller, geht aber nur bis 0,2 mm2 runter nicht 0,08

#uselessknowledge

@leah @dritter 221 ist generell toller, geht aber nur bis 0,2 mm2 runter nicht 0,08

#uselessknowledge

@leah @dritter 221 ist generell toller, geht aber nur bis 0,2 mm2 runter nicht 0,08

#uselessknowledge

Here's the shortest #Amiga program to write "Hello, World!" to shell:

sub.l a0,a0
bsr.b .hopla
dc.b 14,'Hello, World!',10,0
.hopla:
move.l (sp)+,d1
lsr.l #2,d1
move.l $124(a2),a4
moveq #12,d0
jmp (a5)

The application can be 4 bytes shorter if you only care about AmigaOS 2.0+ compatibility. I believe there aren't many people around who can explain how (and why) it works.

#retrocomputing #m68k #helloworld #uselessknowledge

Here's the shortest #Amiga program to write "Hello, World!" to shell:

sub.l a0,a0
bsr.b .hopla
dc.b 14,'Hello, World!',10,0
.hopla:
move.l (sp)+,d1
lsr.l #2,d1
move.l $124(a2),a4
moveq #12,d0
jmp (a5)

The application can be 4 bytes shorter if you only care about AmigaOS 2.0+ compatibility. I believe there aren't many people around who can explain how (and why) it works.

#retrocomputing #m68k #helloworld #uselessknowledge

Here's the shortest #Amiga program to write "Hello, World!" to shell:

sub.l a0,a0
bsr.b .hopla
dc.b 14,'Hello, World!',10,0
.hopla:
move.l (sp)+,d1
lsr.l #2,d1
move.l $124(a2),a4
moveq #12,d0
jmp (a5)

The application can be 4 bytes shorter if you only care about AmigaOS 2.0+ compatibility. I believe there aren't many people around who can explain how (and why) it works.

#retrocomputing #m68k #helloworld #uselessknowledge

Here's the shortest #Amiga program to write "Hello, World!" to shell:

sub.l a0,a0
bsr.b .hopla
dc.b 14,'Hello, World!',10,0
.hopla:
move.l (sp)+,d1
lsr.l #2,d1
move.l $124(a2),a4
moveq #12,d0
jmp (a5)

The application can be 4 bytes shorter if you only care about AmigaOS 2.0+ compatibility. I believe there aren't many people around who can explain how (and why) it works.

#retrocomputing #m68k #helloworld #uselessknowledge

Here's the shortest #Amiga program to write "Hello, World!" to shell:

sub.l a0,a0
bsr.b .hopla
dc.b 14,'Hello, World!',10,0
.hopla:
move.l (sp)+,d1
lsr.l #2,d1
move.l $124(a2),a4
moveq #12,d0
jmp (a5)

The application can be 4 bytes shorter if you only care about AmigaOS 2.0+ compatibility. I believe there aren't many people around who can explain how (and why) it works.

#retrocomputing #m68k #helloworld #uselessknowledge