Lobste.rs is like HN but smaller and more closely-knit. Mail me if you want an invite.<p>Metafilter doesn&#x27;t have the same technical focus and has a markedly different overall tone, but is pretty much immune from the &quot;reddit effect&quot; due to a lack of upvotes&#x2F;downvotes, good moderation, and one-time $5 signup fee.