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The Claw of Chernobyl

A large industrial clamshell grab used during the immense effort to remove radioactive debris from the area.

The “Claw” of Chernobyl is one of the most recognizable relics left behind from the cleanup of the 04-26-1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Officially, it was a large industrial clamshell grab used during the immense effort to remove radioactive debris from the area surrounding the destroyed Reactor No. 4. In the chaotic months following the explosion, thousands of workers, soldiers, engineers, and machine operators—known collectively as liquidators—were tasked with containing the consequences of the worst nuclear accident in history.

Wally Heider’s Studio Three 1967-1984

By 1967, Studio Three at Wally Heider Recording in Los Angeles had become a preferred destination.

Wally Heider’s Studio Three was one of the most important recording rooms of the classic rock era, yet it is often overshadowed by the fame of the larger Wally Heider facilities in both Hollywood and San Francisco. By 1967, Studio Three at Wally Heider Recording in Los Angeles had become a preferred destination for artists seeking a combination of technical excellence and a relaxed creative atmosphere.

“If You’ve Got the Money I’ve Got the Time” / “I Love You a Thousand Ways” – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame – SOS Award

This “Stand Out Single” by Lefty Frizzell is one of the most important records in country music history.

“If You’ve Got the Money I’ve Got the Time” backed with “I Love You a Thousand Ways” was the debut major-label single by Lefty Frizzell and one of the most important records in country music history. Recorded on July 25, 1950, at Jim Beck’s studio in Dallas, Texas, and released by Columbia Records later that year, the single immediately established Frizzell as a

Sonny Rollins, Peabo Bryson, James Burrows, and Gene Shalit Die

Four more losses to reflect on here early summer of 2026.

These guys were a jazz tenor saxophonist who was very influential; singer and songwriter known for songs like “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion; a television director known for shows like Taxi, Frasier, Friends, and Cheers; and a journalist, television personality, film and book critic, and author known for his comedic approach.

Mind your p’s and q’s?

Be polite, cautious, and attentive to one’s manners or conduct.

The expression “mind your p’s and q’s” has been part of the English language for centuries, surviving because it compresses an entire philosophy of careful behavior into a short, memorable phrase. Today it generally means to be polite, cautious, and attentive to one’s manners or conduct, especially in situations where mistakes could cause embarrassment or trouble. Parents say it to children, employers say it to workers, teachers say it to students,

Bugaloos – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame – Gummy Award

Sid and Marty Krofft television series that blended fantasy, psychedelic visuals, and bubblegum pop.

The album Bugaloos by The Bugaloos was released in 1970 on Capitol Records and served as the musical companion to the colorful Sid and Marty Krofft television series that blended fantasy, psychedelic visuals, and bubblegum pop into one of the most distinctive children’s programs of the era. Performed by cast members John McIndoe, Caroline Ellis, John Philpott, and Wayne Laryea,

Vancouver is a Major Global Hub for Sulfur Storage and Export

Vancouver provides a critical gateway connecting North American resource industries with agricultural and industrial markets across Asia, South America, and beyond.

Vancouver has become one of the world’s most important centers for sulfur storage and export because of geography, infrastructure, resource economics, and Canada’s role as a major producer of elemental sulfur. Positioned on Canada’s Pacific Coast, Vancouver provides a critical gateway connecting North American

My Favorite Songs With Whistling (Part One)

This is a series of posts that will talk about some of my favorite songs that contain whistling. See if you agree with any of these!

“Walk Like an Egyptian” is a 1986 pop hit by the Bangles, written by songwriter Liam Sternberg, whose quirky inspiration came from observing people awkwardly balancing themselves on a ferry during rough seas, which he likened to the stylized poses seen in ancient Egyptian art; recorded for the album Different Light,

My Favorite Albums – Interventions + Lullabies – The Format

You know me, oh you think you do, you just don’t seem to see,
I’ve been waiting all this time to be something I can’t define.
So let’s cause a scene, clap our hands and stomp our feet or something,
Yeah something, I’ve just gotta get myself over me.

Interventions + Lullabies was the debut full-length album by The Format, released on October 21, 2003, through Elektra Records, introducing listeners to the creative partnership of vocalist Nate Ruess and multi-instrumentalist Sam Means years before Ruess would become internationally famous with the band fun.

Ned Jarrett, Dee Palmer, Foster Sylvers, and Duane Ollinger Die

Four more losses to reflect on here in 2026.

These individuals were a NASCAR driver and champion as well as a broadcaster; an English composer, arranger and keyboardist known for work with Jethro Tull; a singer, songwriter, record producer and multi-instrumentalist, member of the Sylvers; and a contractor and entrepreneur in the oil and gas industry, treasure hunter, and owner of Blind Frog Ranch.