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miscellaneous links
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For the most part, these assorted links are based around three seemingly disparate passions of mine
that I consider to put me somewhat on the fringes of normal society, but which I believe are all interlinked in some
conceptual way. One day I'll write an article about it. They are, namely, the Renault 4, Linux and open source
software, and pesco-vegetarianism!
Tales From The InterRails
English
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My other website, featuring a full online novel in the
travel-humour genre, based on an Interrail trip I made around western Europe. Includes various Renault 4
pictures and info on my meetings with R4 owners abroad.
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opensuse.org
Multi-language
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A complete, free operating system for your computer, designed
as a collaborative effort by both corporate and individual developers from around the world, as used by
Renault 4-Play since 2005.
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KDE
Multi-language
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If installing a whole new operating system isn't your thing, you
could try out an alternative desktop environment. KDE offers a stylish and easy-to-use interface for desktop
and mobile platforms, with software available not just for Linux but even Mac and Windows too.
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HappyCow Compassionate Eating Guide
in English
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HappyCow's site includes an editable user database on
veggie-friendly restaurants around the world, along with listings of health food stores. Just enter a location
or postcode and click your meat-free mouse button.
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Dr. Lonnie Smith
in English
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Very coolly crafted site featuring several videos and
audio recordings of this Hammond organ groover.
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The Vegetarian Society
English
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The UK society has all the information you need to avoid meat,
ill-health, disease, murder....
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Notmilk!
in English
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Everything you didn't want to know about this 'bad-news
substance'. A very comprehensive and well researched site.
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Brian Auger's Oblivion Express
in English
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Another of the classic Hammond organ players from the '60s
and '70s, and still going strong. Order albums online.
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Japanese Engrish
in bad English
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The most bizarre incidences of misunderstood and questionable
English language.
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The New Adventures of Mr Stephen Fry
English
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As well as being an open source advocate, Mr Fry's other
observations are always worth a read.
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Charlie Brooker | guardian.co.uk
English
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One of the few columnists / writers /
presenters of recent times that I ever pay any attention to.
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Crop Circle Connector
English
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Huge site with loads of photos and other info on this
wonderful art / phenomenon / conspiracy (decide for yourself).
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I.S.S. Tracker
English
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If you spot a bright blueish-white light in the night sky,
like a plane but noiseless and following a smooth, straight trajectory, you might just be looking at the
International Space Station. Track its current location on this site.
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Viz Top Tips (Twitter)
English
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Feverishly funny and frequently updated feed of
official- and reader-contributed advice by way of Viz comic.
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Watermelon Special Fruitcarving
Japanese - in English
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The spectacular gallery of watermelon sculpture by
Takashi Itoh.
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