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Heavily armed, masked Federal agents with armored vehicles staged and swept through MacArthur Park in Downtown Los Angeles in a blatant display of force. LA's Mayor insisted they leave, "ASAP."

TL;DR: These Digital Binoculars can see at night, snap photos, and record video. They're also only $90 (reg. $159.99).

How lightfast art markers and pigments are is often discussed: everyone "knows" fading is the tradeoff for rich, subtle colors such as those offered by Copics and Dr. Ph Martins. But I never thought twice about the lightfastness of colored pencils. — Read the rest

Having served his purpose to convicted felon Donald Trump, Elon Musk suddenly finds himself thrown under every available bus.

Painter Aron Wiesenfeld is best known for his moody, realistic oil paintings of often-solitary figures drifting through strange and dreamy spaces. His work has caught the attention and admiration of fellow artists like Guillermo del Toro, Mike Mignola, and Jim Lee, among others. — Read the rest

Some may call culinary YouTuber Ordinary Sausages a mad genius for what he's done with the medium of food, simply following in the footsteps of innovators like famous condom sous-vider Dennis Lee. I agree, but without the genius part.

The Salt Path is Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir about finding spiritual renewal on a 630-mile hike along the English coast. Setting out with her husband after they lost their house and learned he was terminally ill, it's a tale of transformation, bravery and the generosity of others. — Read the rest

Cats, evidently, contain multitudes. On one end of the spectrum, they're getting spooked over LEGO sculptures of themselves, while on the other, they're effortlessly trouncing their owners at irreverent card games.

A Czech musician and Kent State graduate was invited back to the U.S. to play in a concert series this summer, only to be detained and traumatized by ICE agents upon arriving at the Detroit airport last week.

Fans of The Tiny Chef Show, unite! His heartbreaking post-cancellation videos have launched a campaign to get him renewed.