Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from April, 2026

OTR Backup 05/01/2026

69 Times People Insulted Someone In Just The Right Way | Bored Panda My Old Laptop Was Collecting Dust. Here's How I Turned it Into a Chromebook | PCMag Why Ontario gas prices are about to skyrocket again Warning! This New Google Scam Looks Totally Legit I went to Montreal without speaking any French and no one tells you these 5 things - Narcity I handed 500 photos to Claude Cowork and watched it do something I'd been avoiding for two years 3 One-Hit Wonders That Anyone Who Was Y...

OTR Backup 04/30/2026

Famous Animated Characters You Didn't Realize Were Voiced by the Same Actors Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms : NPR General Motors is adding Gemini to four million cars | The Verge Schneider’s Dutch Girl sign damaged on Hwy. 401 near Guelph What's the difference between Motown and northern soul? Canonical's approach to AI is refreshingly thoughtful - Microsoft should take note | ZDNET Microsoft finally open sources DOS 1.0 - and it's so muc...

OTR Backup 04/29/2026

50 Times Ginger Cats Proved Just How Hilariously Unpredictable They Are | Bored Panda Best uses for old Chromebooks Google Play Store to add badge to apps optimized for larger screens Google Classroom adds personal NotebookLM for students Government of Canada hiring for thousands of jobs in Ontario Century-old Ontario-U.S. border bridge has sat abandoned for 25 years The 1969 song that made Led Zeppelin and Jimmy Page unstoppable ...

OTR Backup 04/28/2026

Bramhall cartoons for April 2026 Google's gradient icons for Gmail and other apps are big redesigns I stopped buying random chargers after learning how they actually work https://www.bgr.com/2152646/cheaper-android-smartwatch-alternatives-apple-watch-2026/ AI anxiety upends college plans as students scramble for 'AI-proof' majors | AP News There's a secret button in Windows Disk Cleanup that frees gigabytes more than the regular scan 8 reasons why I'm glad I don't...

OTR Backup 04/27/2026

People are not machines — but your AI co-worker won’t care Can You Finally Get a Linux Laptop That Rivals the MacBook Pro? https://www.techspot.com/news/111771-steamos-beta-update-adds-support-steam-machine-non.html https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/people-are-quietly-using-ai-instead-of-google-and-its-changing-everything/91332379 9 uniquely Toronto things I thought were totally normal until I moved away - Narcity The best laptops for writers: the perfect platform to pen your masterpiece | Creative Bloq ...

OTR Backup 04/26/2026

4 Unsettling Theories About Edgar Allan Poe’s Death That Experts Still Can’t Explain Bramhall cartoons for April 2026 I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude how wrestling moves are performed and it blew my mind | Tom's Guide Signs your smart TV has been hacked and how to fix it Canada to seek access to 'Made in Europe' manufacturing deal This Ontario town with 'unspoiled' white sand beaches is a dream spot to live, readers say - Narcity https://www.techspot.com/news/11216...

OTR Backup 04/25/2026

The Trumpstein Files Tech expert puts a 2026 Windows laptop and a Mac through 12 tests and declares it’s not even close at the end Best free AI courses in April 2026 | Mashable Greatest science books: Fermat's Last Theorem is still a must-read about a 350-year maths secret | New Scientist Posted from Diigo . The rest of my favorite links are here .

OTR Backup 04/24/2026

Coyote vs ACME trailer trolls Warner Bros, and fans love it | Creative Bloq I went on dates in Vancouver and Toronto — there are some big differences I wasn't expecting - Narcity Hammerhead worms in Ontario: Identification and Safety Guide Ontario high school students will soon need to pass financial literacy test to graduate 10 Hacks Every Brave Browser User Should Know | Lifehacker Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphone review: Excellent value, comfort and sound | Creative Bloq The "...

OTR Backup 04/23/2026

https://lfpress.com/opinion/editorials/steve-nease-cartoon-april-22-2026 5 Of The Best Google Chrome Extensions You've Been Missing Out On In 2026 Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2148782/best-google-crhome-extensions-missing-out/ The Best Laptops Under $1,000 We've Tested for 2026 | PCMag Is Your Wristband Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat? Do This to Clean Your Smartwatch or Fitness Tracker the Right Way | PCMag This free app makes journaling so easy that I've managed to do it for 3 months | ZDNET I opened the same 10 tabs in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Brave ...

OTR Backup 04/22/2026

The surprising roots of 4 features that superglue us to screens : NPR Nancy Sinatra Rages At Trump For Posting Frank Sinatra 'My Way' Clip Political cartoons for April 20 | The Week Firefox’s New Boss Has a Very Old-School Plan: 'Build a Better Browser' | PCMag How to Get Google Search to Return Actually Accurate, Helpful Answers in the Age of AI: A Librarian’s 7 Tricks Librarians are masters of information search. Steal their tricks to make Google search more accurate and less annoying. Your smartwatch is lying to you about your fitness. Here’s how ...

OTR Backup 04/21/2026

Weekly Cartoon: Altatude #5 Issue 35 Ontario's largest tulip farm is near Toronto and you can wander through 3 million pastel blooms - Narcity Great Canadian Treasure Hunt 2026: Find $1M in gold coins Gas prices about to take a massive plunge in Ontario Toxic invasive plant is now blooming across Ontario and could harm you and your pets I thought VLC was peak until I found this cleaner alternative France has ditched Windows 11 for Linux on 2.5 million government PCs — here's why ...

OTR Backup 04/20/2026

“Me Too Train, Me Too”: Memes To Help You Cope With Life, Courtesy Of This Popular Instagram Page | Bored Panda I treated Chrome flags like normal settings changes, and it was a total train wreck Flooding in cottage country - YouTube Bugs are back on Canada’s back roads, and experts say it’s time to prepare Rare footage reveals 'fish city' near an Ontario nuclear plant on Lake Huron Your USB-C port might be running at USB 2.0 speeds — here's how to check Microsoft plans major...

OTR Backup 04/19/2026

Dinosaur Comics - October 1st, 2014 - awesome fun times! 5 Apps That Will Help Find the Cheapest Gas Wherever You Are https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/i-just-tried-geminis-new-personal-intelligence-its-the-end-of-ai-image-prompting-as-we-know-it https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/trump-commerce-secretary-unloads-on-canada-they-suck EA Sports NHL 26 simulation predicts Canadiens will win Stanley Cup - Montreal Gazette Motown Classics Playlist | uDiscover Music The MacBook Neo made me realiz...

OTR Backup 04/18/2026

72 Comics That Are Cute At First, Until You See The Dark Twist | Bored Panda Ben Zaehringer, the creator behind Berkeley Mews, has built a recognizable style that plays with expectations in a very specific way. His comics often start off looking simple, familiar, even a bit nostalgic, but that feeling rarely lasts. What follows is usually a sharp turn into something darker, more absurd, or just unexpectedly uncomfortable in a way that makes the punchline hit harder. Comics, Funny New Hacking Threat Could Steal Your Accounts And Passwords - Even Through 2FA Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2144190/hacker-threat-storm-steal-password-info-tool/ I’ll be brief: the power of just a few words - SmartBrief Words are how we communicate, but we often muddle our goal by using too many, writes Larry R...

OTR Backup 04/17/2026

“I Haven’t Got A Hat” | Here's Why Teachers Say They Haven't Quit Beyond a love of teaching, teachers have practical reasons to stick to their jobs. When Implementing New Tech, Always Ask These Questions (Peter Greene)* | Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice Installing new ed tech? Implementing new policies or procedures? I wish with all my heart that the People In Charge would ask a simple set of questions. Who is helped by this? Which job does this m… Linux lays down the law on AI-generated code, says yes to Copilot, no to AI slop, and humans take the fall for mistakes — after months of fierce debate, Torvalds and maintainers come to an agreement | Tom's Hardware ...

OTR Backup 04/16/2026

Boo Murder! - Existential Comics A philosophy webcomic about the inevitable anguish of living a brief life in an absurd world. Also Jokes Making These 5 Changes Will Immediately Make Your Computer Run Faster Commercials Ruining YouTube? 8 Ad-Blocking Techniques That Still Work | PCMag Pizza Hut claps back at Americans after 'SNL' jab over Canadian-exclusive pie | Daily Hive | Food & Drink Pizza Hut is offering an "apology" to Americans after a cheeky jab over the chains new Hot Dog Stuffed Crust Pizza available only in Canada. Old Farmer’s Almanac Summer 2026 Forecast: Ontario Weather The Old Farmer...

OTR Backup 04/15/2026

6 Songs You Might Not Know Were Written By Bruce Springsteen Ray-Ban AI Glasses Just Dropped to Their Lowest Price Yet This Linux distro offers an easy DNS switcher - but there's more to it that I like | ZDNET 5 things I noticed in Ontario as an Albertan | Daily Hive | Lifestyle Canada is a massive country, and while many of the things we enjoy nationwide are universal, travelling can still feel like a culture shock. Roku just got 22 new free channels — here's what you can watch now | Tom's Guide I just tried DuckDuckGo’s new anonymous AI photo editor an...

OTR Backup 04/14/2026

Trump's gas gaslighting Where have all the computer science majors gone? 5 underrated Android Auto features that make long trips not just bearable, but enjoyable You must use these Android Auto features to enjoy long drives Why Google's Nano Banana Pro Image Model Has Such A Weird Name Chrome's Memory Saver is underwhelming — this free extension does what it should have done Auto Tab Discard is what you really need. Porsche Patents Racing Stripes That Appear When You Switch Into Sport Mode Read More: https://www.jalopnik.com/2144896/porsche-patents-rac...

OTR Backup 04/13/2026

6,051 The unvarnished truth about Donald Trump, Big Business, Big Media Yesterday Cartoon | Ripley's Believe It or Not! | Aquariums, Attractions, Museums My top 5 Linux desktops of 2026 (so far) - and I've tried them all | ZDNET ​​Dear Bored Windows Users: The Time To Give Mac A Try Has Finally Arrived Law & Order filmed an episode at a Toronto restaurant—this is the chef’s story (dun dun) This dreamy Ontario town with colourful shops and sandy beaches is the 'prettiest' in Canada - Narcity ...

OTR Backup 04/12/2026

Trump is killing a whole civilization — our own Teacher Warns Families ‘Aren’t Parenting’ Anymore—What’s Happening Instead - Newsweek Teachers describe rising gaps in student skills and behavior, pointing to reduced academic support and accountability at home. University of Alberta has free courses you can take online that have interesting subjects - Narcity American Airlines Passenger Calls Out "Anarchy" As Travelers Ignore Bare Feet Rule A "gross" photo from an American Airlines flight is sparking debate over a commonly ignored dress code ban that could lead to removal. Readers say this Ontario village tucked between 2 lak...

OTR Backup 04/11/2026

Murder investigation underway at Lambton College Lambton College is closed Friday as Sarnia police investigate a homicide at the main campus. 33 Funny Memes That Would Be Perfect As Part Of Your Relaxing Evening When Your Phone Pings, It Hijacks Your Brain for 7 Seconds, Study Finds Meet the 5 New AI Tools Hiding Inside Google Labs - Geeky Gadgets Google Labs introduces Pameli, Opal, Flow, Stitch, and Jules, including Pameli’s Photo Shoot tool for AI product images. I switched from Gmail to Proton Mail, and not just for the privacy Honestly, there's a lot to like about Proton Mail outside of its encryption. The UI is clean, news...

OTR Backup 04/10/2026

Artemis II reminds us we have only one home Galaxy A57 hands-on: One way it beats all other budget Android phones The Galaxy A57, Samsung's newest budget Android phone, has a hidden trick up its sleeve — and it's all about the hardware. Toronto could get Canada's first 'virtual gated community' using controversial tech Rosedale residents are considering an AI-powered surveillance system amid a surge of break-ins. 18 rare Canadian coins you might have in your change that could be worth money someday - Narcity These coins are "more exclusive" than regular loonies and toonies. 3 Ballads From the 1970s That Are Eve...

OTR Backup 04/09/2026

Google Chrome Finally Embraces Vertical Tabs After Years Of Resistance: What You Should Know - Alphabet ( - Benzinga Google Chrome is rolling out vertical tabs and an upgraded Reading Mode to improve productivity and compete with newer browsers. Trump’s Iran war doctrine: Stone Age thinking April's Best Chromebook Deals: The Most Affordable Laptops Around from Acer, Asus, Lenovo, and More | PCMag Google Introduces $3 ChromeOS Flex Kit for 500M Windows 10 Users Ford cancels plan to remove Crown Royal from LCBO shelves after $23M deal The album Don Henley called o...

OTR Backup 04/08/2026

Dark side of the moon The MacBook Neo proves Google's Pixel strategy works Apple's MacBook Neo validates the Google Pixel strategy by emphasizing user experience and ecosystem growth over raw hardware benchmarks. Here’s what’s happening with Ontario gas prices this week Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, said how Iran responds to Trump’s latest threat will have a big impact on prices to come. The Ambassador Bridge has lost its spot as the busiest U.S.-Canada trade corridor Photo Of Pam Bondi's Portrait In DOJ Trash Goes Viral - Comic Sands Well, that was quick. ...