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Unwritten Books #3

Mister Slang • 78 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23

Language, especially slang, often uses animal imagery to enrich its vocabulary.
Slang's menagerie of animal-related terms is deep and varied, encompassing both positive and negative connotations.
Exploring animal imagery in slang can provide rich material for a book, drawing parallels to medieval Bestiaries and offering insights into cultural perceptions.

Critical Bear update: Antonia the dwarf polar bear

Philosophy bear • 69 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23

🌍 World Politics Animals

Antonia is a dwarf polar bear living in Germany, weighing only a third of an ordinary polar bear.
She stands at 70 cm (2.33 feet) and weighs 130kg, with both the charm of a big girl and a small girl.
Antonia is known as "the pygmy polar bear" and has genetic growth hormone deficiency causing dwarfism.

Dogs of War

The Newsguy -- Steve Herman • 78 implied HN points • 27 May 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Animals Memory Event

The event was a memorial for dogs of war.
The keynote speaker was heckled by dogs in the audience.
A detailed article about the event was posted online by a local newspaper.

Start the week #55

Eclecticism: Reflections on literature, writing and life • 8 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24

🎭️ Culture Animals Literature Media Art TV

Microchip your pets for easy identification and reunification.
Consider the impact of using gendered language and choose words wisely.
Explore gothic literature and its wide-ranging themes for a thrilling literary journey.

Chickens, ants, maggots and earthships

The ZIPster • 35 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Animals Architecture Health Nature Science

Some companies still prioritize profit over environmental concerns
Earthships showcase sustainable living practices using recycled materials
Ants and maggots have unique abilities that can be beneficial for medical treatments

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The First Cat War

Bird History • 1 HN point • 25 Jan 24

🔬 Science Environment Animals Conservation Wildlife History

Conservationists in the early 1900s identified cats as a serious threat to bird populations, sparking a heated debate with cat-lovers accusing bird-lovers of hysteria.
Outdoor cats were seen as harmful to bird populations, particularly during nesting seasons, with young birds being easy prey, leading to significant declines in bird populations.
Efforts were made to find humane solutions to protect birds from cats, including restraining cats at night, using bells on cat collars, and advocating for laws requiring cat licenses to reduce the feral cat population.

Nature Diary: Spider

As Ever • 2 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23

🔬 Science Nature Animals Evolution Mythology Biology

The story reflects on the idea of disrupting natural agreements and consequences
Reflecting on childhood fears and realizing they may have been misunderstood or misplaced
Appreciating spiders as solitary creatures with unique characteristics and behaviors

Hackers Talking About Working With Animals

Pursuits • 0 implied HN points • 26 May 23

🎭️ Culture Animals Philosophy

Working with animals teaches important skills like consistency, fearlessness, and clear intention.
Relating to animals wordlessly can positively impact relationships with people too.
Establishing boundaries and asserting yourself with animals is crucial for safety and balance.

wtf?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 15

🎭️ Culture Internet Entertainment Celebrities Social media Animals

Where are all the black YouTube stars? Despite having huge followings, black comedians and vloggers are not often promoted by YouTube.
You can finally watch Game of Thrones online with HBO Now, as they aim to reinvent TV.
The guy behind the 'troll face' meme patented and profited from it when he was only 18 years old.

Can seals even get hiccups? News to me.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 Aug 14

🎭️ Culture Animals Social media Internet culture Media Critique Viral Content

Comments sections on websites are not as useful as they used to be and are often not productive.
Social media can create a strange sense of competition when expressing grief.
Digital butlers are now a thing and you can have one for $99 per month.

Are LLMs like bees?

Boris Again • 0 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24

🔬 Science Animals Consciousness Artificial Intelligence Language Communication

Bees use a complex non-verbal language to communicate precise information like the location of food.
Bees can operate with complex concepts but do not understand their essence or think abstractly like humans.
The comparison between LLMs and bees raises questions about whether LLMs operate with concepts but lack true understanding or deep knowledge.

The Woolly Warriors and the Giant Hogweed

Once Upon A News • 0 implied HN points • 18 May 23

🎭️ Culture Fantasy Environment Animals

A monstrous plant called the Giant Hogweed was causing trouble in a woodland.
The unlikely heroes, Woolly Warriors in the form of sheep, came to the rescue and defeated the Giant Hogweed.
The story shows that even small and unlikely heroes can make a big difference in restoring balance in nature.