Hasta La Gadget!

One of the stickiest issues in the conversation about combating online harassment is the fact that it’s, you know, online. The perpetrator is inside the victim’s computer, not under their bed. It’s easy for law enforcement and the public at large to dismiss cyber-stalking as "just trolling," as "boys will be boys," as something clearly less dangerous than the "real thing"—even when perpetrators dig up personal details and deluge victims with explicit threats. Hey, don’t feed the trolls, ladies! Calm down, that’s just the internet!

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This post originally ran 3/18/2013. We’re re-running it in celebration of DOMA’s demise, the overturning of Prop 8, and in solidarity with our LGBT brother and sisters. Plow through a couple of bowls of rainbow pasta today to be ready for whatever the SF Pride Parade throws at you.

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It’s been a brutal day at work, you’re dead tired, and you realize it’s your turn to make dinner for the kids. But rather than concede defeat (read: order take out), here’s a simple pasta-based hack that takes practically zero effort and will keep your kids entertained so you can maybe enjoy a meal in peace for once. More »

During World War I, a 200-foot battleship complete with armaments appeared right in the middle of Union Square. It was a massive presence, taking up almost the entire stretch of public ground for three long years. But how did it get there? And where did it go? More »

Today’s Apple event was packed with so many announcements that you’re probably left with a few questions. So we’re here to help! More »