OTR Backup 02/28/2025

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• This Cartoonist Creates A Series That’s Absurd, Witty, And Hilariously Honest (35 Pics) | Bored Panda

  If there’s one thing DeWaye does brilliantly, it’s blending humor and creativity in just the right way.

• What's new in Ubuntu 24.04.2? Kernel 6.11, better graphics, and more | ZDNET

• 3.2 million Chrome users at risk from these malicious extensions — delete them right now | Tom's Guide

• 3 Phone Settings That Protect You From Hackers on Public Wi-Fi | TravelAwaits

  If you regularly connect to public Wi-Fi, use these three phone settings to protect yourself from hackers.

• 9 Free Open-Source Alternatives That Can Replace Your Paid Productivity Apps

  Stop paying for features you can get for free.

• Ontario's weather forecast says back-to-back storms are bringing up to 15 cm of snow this week - Narcity

  February is ending with lots of winter weather!

• Nanos survey: 3 in 10 Ontario voters to vote strategically in Feb. 27 election

  Nearly three in 10 Ontario voters plan to vote strategically, according to a new survey by CTV News’ official pollster Nanos Research.

• American women can obtain abortions in Canada if Roe v. Wade falls, minister says

• At 281 mph, China tests its fastest high-speed train | Popular Science

  The electric CR450 could be operational by the end of the year.

• Photos show how 15 PCs shaped the way we think about laptops today | Laptop Mag

• Doug Ford says he wants to be Ontario premier 'forever,' as his rivals urge change - Sault Ste. Marie News

• Elon Musk Has Sucked Up $38 Billion in Aid From the Federal Government, and Now He's Slashing That Help for Others

  Unelected White House advisor Elon Musk has massively benefited from government contracts propping up his business for decades.

• Man's Entire Life Destroyed After Downloading AI Software

  After downloading an AI tool, a hacker used a virus embedded into the software to upend a Disney employee's life.

• English Spelling Quiz With 20 Words That Are Impossible To Get Right Without Thinking | Bored Panda

  There are some words in English that are very tricky to spell, especially if English is not your mother tongue. For years, words like ‘through’, ‘thorough’, and ‘though’ have been causing headaches for English learners all around the world. Seasoned English learners may have figured out ways to remember the correct spelling of words, but for new English learners, they are quite confusing.

• Hidden Benefits Of Credit Cards: 15 Perks You’re Not Taking Advantage Of (Save Big!)

  Unlock 15 hidden credit card perks—emergency evacuation coverage, pet insurance, legal discounts & more. Stop wasting money & start saving smarter today!

• A Complete Image Editing Workflow: Start to Finish | Fstoppers

  If you’ve ever wanted to dive deep into the entire process of editing a photo—from raw files to final stylization—this video is a must-watch. It’s a thorough tutorial that walks you through every step, and trust me, it’s packed with insights. James’s latest video takes us through his editing workflow, transforming a very challenging interior shot into a beautifully balanced

• This video compilation of Donald Trump boasting about his superior knowledge pretty much sums him up - The Poke

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