Delights for Week 47, 2024

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Passing English of the Victorian Era is the dictionary of Victorian slang you didn't know you needed.

It's not a gummy bear! This amber bear was preserved in a bog for thousands of years, connecting us to its ancient wearer.

The Lilac Sunbonnet is a painting by Bessie MacNicol from the late 19th century showing a cheerful young woman standing in dappled sunlight.

Lamenting the demise of hat-wearing society? This video about why we no longer wear hats offers an interesting bite of history.

Coconut waste coolers [video] have the ability and potential to replace less sustainable Styrofoam coolers.

Looking to disentangle yourself from large digital companies? This list of EU alternatives to products and services might have what you're looking for.