OTR Backup 01/18/2026

• Snow day activities – doug — off the record

  I don’t know about your neck of the woods but this past week around here has been crazy with snow, ice, and everything that goes with it. I know that we have the weather stations covering it …

• The Best Of Dan Piraro: 50 Cartoons That Capture Relatable Moments In Modern Life - TVovermind

  Dan Piraro, the creator of the iconic comic strip Bizarro, has been making readers laugh for decades, with his daily comics appearing in more than 300 newspapers. His instantly recognizable art style has left a lasting impression, especially for those who grew up flipping through the paper and spotting his work.

• Lego's latest educational kit seeks to teach AI as part of computer science, not to build a chatbot

  Lego Education's latest sets focus on computer science and AI for students in grades K-8.

• How to Scan Old Photos With Your Phone | PCMag

• This picturesque Ontario town nestled between 2 lakes is one of Canada's 'best' spots to live - Narcity

  Thinking of relocating? Ontario has no shortage of charming spots to call home, especially if you're looking to escape the busyness of city life.

• Silver hits new high in Canada. Should you sell your coins?

  Silver hit a record C$127 per ounce on Jan. 14. Experts at Colonial Acres Coins and Jewelry in Kitchener say industrial demand and a global shortage are driving the parabolic rise.

• This hidden Samsung Galaxy Wi-Fi setting explained what was wrong with my internet

  How I found dead zones with Connectivity Labs

• The Brains of Anxious People May Perceive the World Differently

• Why Trump wants Canada - UnHerd

• Deep reading can boost your critical thinking and help you resist misinformation – here’s how to build the skill

  Reading comprehension scores are tanking, and fewer Americans are picking up books. But practicing deep reading can help you process content more carefully and keep you from falling for misinformation.

• The Nobel Prize committee doesn’t want Trump getting one, even as a gift—but they treated Obama very differently

  There isn't a Nobel double standard when it comes to regifting or auctions. One even sold for a whopping $103.5 million.

• I found a Linux distro that pairs a clean, Mac-like UI with a 'trade-free' philosophy - and it's super fast | ZDNET

• A Classic Album That Never Gets Old: Frampton Comes Alive!

  On this day, music history once again turns its attention to Frampton Comes Alive!, the landmark live album that transformed Peter Frampton from a respected guitarist into a global rock phenomenon. Released in 1976, the double LP captured lightning in a bottle, documenting Frampton at his commercial and creative peak while redefining what a live […]

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