Brad Linder explains that Liliputing will publish far less frequently because changes in online search and advertising have eroded the revenue mix - ads, affiliate commissions and donations - that once supported full-time independent blogging. He’s accepted a full-time role as Radio News Managing Editor at PhillyCAM, so Liliputing becomes a side project rather than a day job. Rather than try to chase traffic and ad revenue, he’s prioritizing sustainability: keeping the site online while cutting back on time-intensive, original reporting.
Content will shift toward short curated news roundups drawn from items he posts on Mastodon, Bluesky and other social channels, with standalone articles produced occasionally as time allows. Archives remain intact - more than 36,000 pieces published over 18 years - and he intends to maintain the site while covering hosting and maintenance costs. He’s experimenting with a system to ingest social posts into the site in a way that works with script blockers, and asks readers to report access problems. Funding options include Patreon, PayPal, affiliates and advertising, and reader comments show appreciation, suggestions for guest contributions, and reports of technical issues like intermittent WPX errors when commenting.
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Trump's 24/7 YouTube channel, launched as a alternative to mainstream media, experienced a rapid decline in viewers, dropping from 8,000 to just over 1,000 within hours. The channel's tiny audience contrasts sharply with the millions watching major networks, highlighting its failure to attract interest. (thedailybeast.com)
Waymo has launched a transit rewards program in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering riders $2.85 in Waymo Cash when they connect their trips with public transit using a Visa card. The initiative aims to promote multimodal transportation by integrating autonomous rides with existing transit networks. (waymo.com)
Cities across the US oppose the FCC's plan to preempt local broadband permitting rules, arguing it threatens public safety and local control. The FCC supports the plan, claiming local delays increase deployment costs, but local governments say it undermines fair competition and safety regulations. (arstechnica.com)
ArchiveBox v0.9 has been released, introducing native apps and 50 new plugins to enhance functionality. The update follows a long development period and aims to improve user experience and extensibility. (docs.sweeting.me)
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The video questions whether desktop user interfaces will remain the same forever, suggesting potential future changes. It highlights the importance of updating browsers for the best online experience. (youtube.com)
JavaScript has become ubiquitous over 30 years, but its ecosystem faces challenges with outdated tools and performance issues. Despite its widespread use, efforts to replace or improve JavaScript continue, highlighting its ongoing evolution and struggles. (maroun-baydoun.com)
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