A must see (and must buy?)… The “Chinese Military Shovel WJQ-308” looks like the most useful thing you could carry in your dig kit nowadays. Awesome for digging holes and trenches, cutting down trees, you name it… AND it folds. The tool looks amazing, and the video is indescribable. I’m not sure if it’s because … Read More Multifunctional folding spade?!
Hope to make you think, The business side of things
Another inspiring TED talk, but this time less inspiration, more, “holy crap, that’s me” – thanks Tara Hunt for delivering the goods on the rough life of a start-up entrepreneur. We have dreams, we’re somewhat delusional, and we have the audacity to keep going amidst all the hard times. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zykK0oUS8aw&w=500&h=350] (Click here to read … Read More The spirit of entrepreneurship, aka, my life right now
I have always wanted a scooter. Winters in Calgary, Canada, however, are not really great for zipping around in uncovered transport with tiny wheels. Mint and Vespa have recently teamed up to quantify the benefits of using a scooter (Vespanomics). Not only will save you tons of money at the pump; if all your friends … Read More Scooterrific!
Hope to make you think, Wishlist
Wessex Archaeology, which makes up half of Framework Archaeology (the other half being Oxford Archaeology), has recently been posting pictures and 3D reconstructions to their Flickr set. These are some of the findings from the excavations done in advance of Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5. There is some amazing stuff here: a Neolithic hand axe, Roman … Read More And now for some amazing archaeology
We love tools that are specifically designed and built for archaeology (see earlier post). This handpick is no exception. Designed by archaeologist Larry Ingalls (not to be confused with Laura Ingalls), of Ingalls Archaeological Supply, this pick comes in four different sizes, depending on the amount of dirt you need to move, and is made … Read More The Ingalls Handpick
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National Geographic has an excellent reputation for beautiful photos. They have recently done a spread on the Philippines, where I was born. Not only are there fabulous National Geographic photos, there are also pictures submitted by readers, giving it a personal touch. I recommend that everyone visit the Philippines. It is a beautiful country of … Read More Come see where I’m from