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There’s an Epidemic of Upside-Down Letters!
And it goes way beyond Frank Lloyd Wright. Plus more butter color-coding and a new Inconspicuous News Roundup.
Mar 17
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Paul Lukas
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The Man Behind the Upside-Down “H”
Part 2 of our investigation into the typographic mysteries surrounding a historic Frank Lloyd Wright building. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Feb 26
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Paul Lukas
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H-Bomb: A Frank Lloyd Wright Typographic Mystery
The famed architect made a surprising error on one of his most notable buildings — or did he? A deep dive to uncover the truth.
Feb 25
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Paul Lukas
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Remembering to Dot Every “i” — Literally
How a dedicated and detail-oriented public servant spotted — and fixed! —a defective street sign. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Feb 10
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Paul Lukas
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The Point Behind Pointing
Why do train operators in certain cities point out from their booths?
Jan 6
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Paul Lukas
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Stick Figures in Peril: Hospital Edition
A few things I spotted before and after yesterday’s foot surgery.
Dec 5, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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A Whole New Subcategory of Stick Figures in Peril!
How have inhalation warnings escaped our notice until now? Plus a new miracle fish!
Oct 30, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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My Personal Sign Shangri-La
I recently got to attend two amazing sign-related events in a 24-hour span. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup and a whole lot more!
Oct 21, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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Go This Way — No, Wait, Go That Way!
Some confusing airport signs could easily send you off in the wrong direction. Plus possibly the last batch of stick figures in peril.
Sep 25, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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The Humble Sign with a Hidden Superpower
No other sign can do what this “Wet Paint” sign does. Plus still more stick figures in peril!
Sep 10, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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The Endless Comedy of Stick Figures in Peril
What’s funnier than a stick figure experiencing misfortune? Hundreds or even thousands of them. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Aug 14, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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The Strange World of Tsunami Warning Signs
There are countless ways to depict massive waves crashing down on tiny stick figures — many of which are oddly amusing. Plus a new gift-subscription…
Aug 12, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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