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military US Navy bans hemp shampoos, lotions, and soaps David Pescovitz

Technology Motorized backpack self-adjusts its motion to feel lighter David Pescovitz

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Gadgets The kitchen appliance helps you make high potency edibles right at home Boing Boing's Shop

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County fair Fair food fix: California county fair hosts drive-thru events Rusty Blazenhoff

police brutality New court documents allegedly connect Breonna Taylor's murder to a massive real estate conspiracy Thom Dunn

law I found out about this amusing Karen parody of American Girl dolls because they want it taken down Rob Beschizza

COVID-19 COVID Safety Guidelines for Shared Workshops Gareth Branwyn

Gadgets The GOpure Pod Water Purifier is a whole new way to drink safe, clean water every time Boing Boing's Shop

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