This episode made me stop watching Black Mirror for good. It was way too disturbing and I'm someone who doesn't even flinch while watching horror.
I don't know if that's really a good thing, but they have done quite a few decent things like cracking down on the rich for tax evasion (and using the billions "donated" by big corps to provide aid to the lower SES population), and the famous for grooming and sexual assaults. I'm no fan of an authoritarian regime, but there aren't many places in this world where the rich and famous suffer the consequences of fucking around.
Let's face it. How many of us have actually contributed enough to any FOSS projects to demand for free and premium services. I personally would rather donate to a FOSS app instead of paying Sync, but it's unfair to judge Sync for having ads and trackers when the option of removing them is there. There's nothing wrong with any dev wanting to make a decent living or even more than that, as long as they don't go overboard and are honest about it.
Probably because most of us are sorting by top 6/12 hours since there isn't enough content to keep us entertained every couple of hours if we sort by top day, which will obviously improve as we grow.
Optical illusion is most likely the reason instead of engine brake if your vehicle slows down significantly in certain areas and doesn't on other downhills with "similar" angle.
There is this slope near a waterfall around where I live. If you put your car in neutral gear at the bottom of the slope, it rolls "up" the hill. We named it magnetic hill back in high school, but I later found out that it is just an optical illusion that happens everywhere around the world. Basically some uphills look like downhills and vice versa. Google "gravity hill".
Got me curious so I asked ChatGPT how a good conversation on a date looks like:
Sure! Here's a conversation that could work well on a date:
Person A: Hi there! It's great to finally meet you in person. How was your day?
Person B: Hi! I'm so happy to meet you too. My day was good, thanks for asking. How about yours?
Person A: It was pretty good, just a usual day at work. By the way, you look amazing tonight!
Person B: Aw, thank you! You're looking great too. So, tell me, what are your hobbies or interests?
Person A: I love hiking and being outdoors. It's so refreshing to explore nature. How about you?
Person B: That sounds wonderful! I enjoy reading and trying out new recipes in the kitchen. Oh, and I love to travel too.
Person A: Traveling is such a great way to learn and experience new things. Do you have any favorite destinations?
Person B: Definitely! I loved exploring Japan and experiencing its rich culture. But I also enjoy beach destinations for relaxation. What about you?
Person A: Japan sounds fascinating! I'm a fan of beach destinations too, especially in warm tropical places. So, what do you do for work?
Person B: I work as a graphic designer. It's a creative job, and I enjoy it. How about you?
Person A: That's cool! I work in marketing. It's challenging but rewarding. By the way, what kind of music do you like?
Person B: I enjoy a wide range of music, but lately, I've been into indie and alternative. How about you?
Person A: Nice! I'm more into classic rock and a bit of jazz. We should totally go to a concert together sometime.
Person B: That sounds like a fantastic idea! I'd love that. So, do you have any upcoming travel plans or exciting events?
Person A: Not at the moment, but I'm planning a trip to the mountains next month. I can't wait for the adventure.
Person B: That sounds like a fun trip! Let me know how it goes. Maybe we can share travel stories over our next date?
Person A: I'd love that! I'm really enjoying our time together. You're such an interesting and engaging person.
Person B: Thank you! I feel the same way. I'm glad we got to meet. Looking forward to more great moments together.
The conversation revolves around getting to know each other's interests, hobbies, and preferences while maintaining a positive and engaged atmosphere. It's important to be genuinely interested in each other and to share experiences and stories that can create a connection. Remember to be yourself and enjoy the moment!
Is that Communism? Is that too much to ask for?
Aussie here. They have the right to go through all your devices if they suspect you of smuggling or working or wanting to work illegally in Australia. They will read through all your private messages and have them translated if not in English. Even then I've never heard of airport security giving a rat's ass about pirated stuff.
That's a good piece of advice. I went from being a carefree teenager to a highly "efficient" grown-up who's always asking how I can get more by doing less. I mean, that are obviously perks in setting goals and being time and money savvy, but in the process I've lost the child in me -- the child who wonders and has multiple hobbies. I couldn't even sit down to play a game without feeling like I was wasting my life away.
So yeah, like you say, fulfilling one's responsibilities is important, but don't go crazy chasing after the next shiny thing. It's perfectly fine to want to do nothing and just enjoy ourselves sometime.
"Maaaa, someone broke into our house to fix our doors again."
Binding of Isaac and Death Stranding. I just keep going back to these 2 even after I've 100% them.