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Reality show to send winner to the ISS in 2023
Ready to become a Space Hero? A reality show is planning on turning its winner into an astronaut with a visit to the ISS.
Cat photos matter
Musings on the loss of a beloved cat, and the wish to find that one perfect image that shows us who she was. But is that even possible?
Cat photos matter
The greatest cliche of the internet is too many cat photos. It partly made me want to be careful about overloading my own social media with cats. Until our beloved Sylvie suddenly died.
Harry Potter Legacy and the Awkward Balancing Act
I loved Harry Potter deeply, but I can't be excited about the wizarding world anymore. If you must, support a charity and make a difference.
Vinyl records beat CDs for the first time since the '80s
Vinyl beats CD sales for the first time since the 1980s. Not just by a slim margin either, but an evisceration of the digital disc format.
Hugo Weaving 'befuddled' by alt-right readings of The Matrix
"These films are profoundly thought through, but it’s too easy to look cool, have a cool haircut, and have a gun, and you think that’s all you need to do in life."
The joy of an expensive hobby that caters to everyone
Lego has always had its adult fans, but now it is truly embracing giving us sets that are catered to this cashed up, time poor fanbase.
Disney's live-action Mulan: digital winner, cultural mess
Disney says it's "very pleased" with the special premium release of Mulan. But the cultural errors mean this can't be remembered as a 'success'.
Everyone dislikes Twitch's new mid-roll ad trial
Mega streaming platform Twitch has announced a trial where some viewers will experience mid-roll ads while watching streams.
Facebook only took most of a week to deal with its latest misinformation crisis
Facebook is finally removing false claims about Oregon wildfires, half a week after ridiculous claims spread on the social network.
Cyberpunk legend Mike Pondsmith shares how to become a game designer
Mike Pondsmith, designer of the great Cyberpunk tabletop RPGs, kicked off PAX Online with encouraging words for budding tabletop game designers.
PAX Online 2020: How to make the most of the massive digital convention
Here's how to make the most out of your PAX Online 2020 digital convention experience – all from the comfort of your own home.
Twitch just became the best Watch Party tool around
Even if you don't care about trying to build an audience, this is a great tool for just sharing a show and hanging out with friends.
Digital culture is culture
The impacts of the digital world upon every day culture have never been greater. It's time to treat them that way.
The End Of Infinite
Like the infinite scroll, every media form keeps chasing the ability to keep us in neverending flow of content.
More than a business story
More tech stories in the culture pages, please.
Review: RIG 700HX and the wireless headset conundrum
This is a great wireless headset for gaming and at a great price point for the quality on offer. But Seamus can't help wonder if every wireless solution is
Sonos Arc review: raising the bar for the future?
Sonos Arc resets the home theatre experience for Sonos fans, ready for the decade ahead with Dolby Atmos support alongside best in class audio streaming.
Half the problem is admitting the problem
Social media problems with no easy answers keep Nic and Seamus clawing for answers. Plus Zoom is a big winner while self-driving cars are in big trouble.
Binge the facts
Seamus + Nic think back on Presto, Foxtel Now, Foxtel Play, Foxtel Go, and where you'll go to play now. Wait... plus the usual rabbitholes and side quests.
