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@@ -7,6 +7,20 @@ FeedTheMonkey is a desktop client for any server that implements the
 
 It doesn't work as a standalone feed reader — it connects to a server to fetch articles and sync read state.
 
+It follows the [river of news](http://scripting.com/2014/06/02/whatIsARiverOfNewsAggregator.html) philosophy: all unread articles appear in a single flat list and are automatically marked as read as you flip through them one by one.
+
+## Features
+
+- **River of news**: all unread articles in one flat list, auto-marked as read as you flip through them one by one
+- **Offline reading**: article content and images are cached locally so you can read without a connection
+- **Image caching**: images are pre-fetched after each reload; skipped on metered connections unless enabled in preferences
+- **Offline sync**: read/unread state changes made offline are queued and pushed to the server next time you're online
+- **Persistent state**: the article list, selected article, and scroll position are restored when you reopen the app
+- **Dark mode**: follows the system color scheme automatically
+- **Keyboard navigation**: vi-style shortcuts for hands-free reading
+- **Zoom**: adjustable content zoom, persisted across restarts
+- **Fullscreen** and toggleable sidebar
+
 When logging in, enter:
 
 - **FreshRSS**: `https://example.com/api/greader.php`