Latest episode takes a look at espresso, with conversations about the hipster barista and Chinese espresso. Together, they show clearly that even traditions that define an identity are not as immutable as people sometimes think they are.
Solved, I think.
https://jeremycherfas.net/blog/static-ip-on-a-fastgate-router
Static IP on a Fastgate router
A week ago, I moaned that my Fastgate router kept re-assigning IPs after a power failure, which made my Pi-hole less than wonderful. I could not see how to force the router to assign a specific IP. Many kind people replied with suggestions that, if I’m honest, I did not ful...
I think the latest Apple Keyboard was verschlimmbessert
In March 2021 I got my last keyboard. Since I don’t like the idea of dongles, I tend to get Apple’s original keyboard. I also quite like how it feels and get along with it quite well. Recently my left control key started to act strange, plus a few of my keys are heavily used...
18.05.2026
Wonders of Web Weaving, Episode 2
The second episode of Wonders of Web Weaving is out:
In Episode 2, I chat with Alexandra, the author of xandra.cc, a founder and barista at the 32-Bit Cafe. We talk about, among other things, building indie web communities, communicating the possibilities of having a personal website to new audiences, and more.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Wonders of Web Weaving has an RSS feed you can use to follow along from wherever you get your podcasts.
It has been a long, long time since I went to an actual geohash (as opposed to the far more approachable rabbit quest).
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Very good luck, a geohash very near ...
Very good luck, a geohash very near me just as I was heading out for my usual walk, and it is just slightly off my usual walk.
https://geohashing.site/geohashing/2026-05-18_41_12
17.05.2026
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• Jeremy Cherfas
Top Albums from last.fm on 17/05/26 1, Johnny ...
Top Albums from last.fm on 17/05/26
1, Johnny Cash, American Recordings, (13);
2, Offa Rex, The Queen of Hearts, (9);
16.05.2026
My favourite typewriter
This is my entry to this month's Bear Blog Carnival, on the topic of our favourite thing in a niche hobby. Thank you for hosting, Kami! This was a fascinating topic to think about.
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My favourite typewriter is the one I have: a Royal typewriter, likely decade...
Why I don't use AI
Here's an attempt to answer questions I get about why I don't use AI, and any more I could think of that may also arise. I'll try to get into it as honestly as possible, without just falling back on "it sucks and is bad" and leaving it at that.
Read more on the site…
15.05.2026
Time to block #eurovision for a few days.
14.05.2026
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Bikes for Rent at the Ghent Train Station | ruk.ca
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The Atlantic
11.05.2026
Patience and planning rewarded. #bloomscrolling