Smart beds flipped out during the AWS outage, and so did their sleepy owners Some Eight Sleep mattress users had a rude awakening after the Amazon Web Services outage, with reports of beds stuck upright and haywire temperatures.

For a few hours, a service outage at AWS triggered malfunctions across the internet.

But it perhaps was felt most by those sleeping on these smart beds that rudely awoke them with upright inclines, unbearable warmth, flashing lights or alarms.

Saw Messy White Gays last night and I can only describe it as Hitchcock’s “Rope” but make it brat (complimentary). Laughed my ass off; Drew Droege (and the cast and crew) have done it again!

@drewdroege.bsky.social saw messy white gays, and loved it! I need the setlist for the pre-show music! Any chance you can share?

I highly recommend this fun and highly relevant musical - go see it!

Smurfs is a cute movie - and the kids loved it!

Happy Pride from Closet Factory and Metro! #WorldPride

Can Anything Stop Bird Flu? The longer we allow H5N1 to run rampant through animal populations, the greater our chances of disaster. If bird flu becomes the next pandemic, one thing is undeniable: We aren’t prepared.

The longer we allow H5N1 to run rampant through animal populations, the greater our chances of disaster. If bird flu becomes the next pandemic, one thing is undeniable: We aren’t prepared.

While I was doing some work today, some new co-workers showed up in my office and they all have reports for me to respond to by Tuesday! I need a vacation!

Tulsa Massacre Was a ‘Coordinated, Military-Style Attack,’ Federal Report Says The Justice Department’s conclusion follows an investigation of the 1921 atrocity in Oklahoma in which up to 300 Black residents were killed.

This is important. History cannot be rewritten, despite what successive generations may say. We have to do better.

Apparently, Maryland instituted a new rule this year that requires schools to use all "in-person" makeup days (including adding on a week at the end of school) before they are allowed to do virtual instruction. Very inconvenient when one is trying to plan a summer trip and has limited availability.

Hey @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social why did the plow tracker for Bethesda reset? Last night it showed like 70% of neighborhood was done and estimated completion at 2:30 am today. This morning it has gone down to 17% complete… Aside from the tracker, it seems to be taking a lot longer to plow this yr

God, I hate the snow. I think I’m the only person in my house who is dismayed by the increasing snow cast for Monday… and I’m the only one who will be shoveling twenty stairs and a sidewalk. I wonder if there is any correlation? 🤜🏻☃️

President in Crisis, Peace Laureate: Carter's Life in Pictures Former US president's century included Navy service, an outsider candidacy and a deep-rooted faith.

In photos: Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived US president in history, made some of his biggest imprints in the decades after his single term

"President Carter appointed more women and people of color to the federal judiciary than all previous presidents combined" civilrights.org/blog/preside...

Covering Carter: A Reporter Recalls the President’s Personal Side In private, Jimmy Carter could be appealing and unassuming, according to a reporter who covered his presidency for The Times.

In private, Jimmy Carter could be appealing and unassuming, according to Steven Weisman, a reporter who covered his presidency for The New York Times.

Jimmy Carter wasn’t just the best former president. He was the most successful | Peter G Bourne Critics often imply his time in the White House was a failure, but Carter got more done in four years than most presidents accomplish in twice the time Jimmy Carter has died. He is sometimes referred to, especially by Republican critics, as America’s…

Jimmy Carter wasn’t just the best former president. He was the most successful | Peter G Bourne

Granted this a cranky old man take, and also granted that the iPhone is in every respect a superior technology, BUT kids these days will never know the Christmas glee of getting a good gadget (Walkmen, Gameboy, pocket translator, etc…)

The best part about Christmas Day is that the Elf on the Shelf goes back to whatever demon dimension that it came from…

Wow, what a throwback. I remember when I thought the murder hornet was going to be the worst thing in 2020…

This is one of my biggest ways to take time for myself - I love it!

Ugh. Gutted by this. Girls5Eva was a great show.

Wasn’t sure what to expect from Daniel Craig in Queer. It was interesting, and I thought he gave a good performance, but overall the movie was a bit disjointed. The middle seemed like a while separate movie…

Has anyone created any type of pop culture or reality show star #starterpack? Looking for more light, silly fun for my feed.

It is Girls on the Run 5k day!

‘Tammy Faye’ Musical to Close After Failing to Find Broadway Audience Well-reviewed in London but poorly received in New York, the musical with an Elton John score will end its run on Dec. 8.

This is really disappointing. I got to see the show last month and really enjoyed it. Glad I was able to make it. www.nytimes.com/2024/11/19/t...

Saw this a few weeks ago. The music was great and the story was surprisingly moving. I highly recommend #DragTheMusical

Was really happy with the outcome of #BBUK last night. While I would have liked to see a Nathan/Ali final 2, the actual result was a fitting juxtaposition of personalities...

Where are the #BigBrother stans?

Barbie was awesome! #FuckThePatriarchy!