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The Smithsonian Institution has released 2.8 million images from its collections to the public domain for free use and download. The images are available on an open access online platform and include artifacts, specimens, and datasets from various fields.

Stemless wine glasses are a practical and stylish alternative to traditional stemmed glasses. via Valet

Valet Magazine presents a curated selection of 10 high-quality men's shoes designed for longevity and style.

via Valet.

Die, Workwear! shares a roundup of the best end-of-season sales, featuring deals from brands like No Man Walks Alone, Todd Snyder, and J. Crew.

via Die, Workwear!

Jason Kottke shared a link to a collection of "best of the 2010s" lists curated by Rex Sorgatz covering topics ranging from movies to scientific discoveries. You can explore all the lists at fimoculous.com/decade-review-2010.cfm. via kottke.org.

Three Boston Eater writers shared their favorite restaurant dishes of 2019 from all over the city in this roundup of the best restaurant dishes, from khao soi at Dakzen to rosemary salt bagels at Goldilox. via Eater Boston.

Issue #179 of the Recomendo newsletter, dated December 29, 2019, features recommendations for tools, a documentary, a website, and quotes. via Cool Tools

Jason Kottke shares a link to humorous stock photos from CIRA, the organization that manages the .ca domain. via kottke.org

Valet Magazine has some gift ideas for the holiday season in their 2019 guide.

Valet Magazine has released its 2019 holiday gift guide with suggestions for everyone on your list.

Jason Kottke shares a link to a Spotify playlist of Anthony Bourdain's favorite songs, highlighting his love for music. The post also links to an Apple Music playlist that includes songs Bourdain curated for his PBS show.

via kottke.org