The Dailies

Word of the Day

Erstwhile (adv./adj., urst-WYLE)

Former or in the past, like those who lie in Flanders Fields or the moment you were just thinking of.

Gif of the Day

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Link of the Day

Lightning hits volcanoes

We were driving home last night when we were blinded. A wide bolt of lightning flashed directly in front of us, searing the pattern into our eyes. Thirty minutes later, it remains when we close our eyes.

There was a lot of lightning last night, illuminating the night sky with its ribbons and flashes. That got us thinking of the photos of lightning striking volcanoes we've seen before. National Geographic has a very good collection of photos, which you should go check out.

Also, earlier this year, the Metro (UK) featured another photo in this category—one that was perfectly timed:

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Happy Friday

White Reaper - The World's Best American Band

Here's your Memorial Day weekend soundtrack. Enjoy!