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  1. Comment on Babylon 5 S01E10: "Believers" - Episode Discussion in ~tv

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    When we started this, I thought watching a single episode per week would pose no challenge, but now I'm several weeks behind. Life's been busy. Work's been crazy. Oh well. I'll try to catch up....

    When we started this, I thought watching a single episode per week would pose no challenge, but now I'm several weeks behind. Life's been busy. Work's been crazy. Oh well. I'll try to catch up.

    There are new scenes in the intro; clips from earlier episodes. Do they add those regularly, and I just didn't notice before now? Or maybe they do an intro revamp every mid- and full season. Also; has the CGI improved from the early episodes? As others have said, this show actually had some really impressive CGI for its time, and I feel this particular episode has aged surprisingly little effects-wise.

    The raiders in this episode all have the same ship design, implying they're not some motley rag-tag crew from all over, but either a large organisation, or all originating from the same place. Maybe there's a rogue planet or something in the region, refusing to join any council or coalition.

    Felt like I was watching an episode of House through much of this episode. Not a bad thing.

    2 votes

  2. Comment on Babylon 5 S01E10: "Believers" - Episode Discussion in ~tv

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    "Just how much justice can you afford?" was my favourite line in this episode. Ambassadors are of course there to serve their own nations, first and foremost, but I have a suspicion Londo would...

    But in addition to the core dilemma, the episode also shows the whole diplomatic mess on the station as they can't get any of the other races to help them, because they of course have their political agenda and loyalties that supersedes wherever their moral compass lies.

    "Just how much justice can you afford?" was my favourite line in this episode. Ambassadors are of course there to serve their own nations, first and foremost, but I have a suspicion Londo would have just pocketed that money himself.

    Jehovah Witnesses refusing blood transfusions.

    My mind went the same place. Seems a likely inspiration for the episode. Gotta wonder though; what if the egg-worshippers are right? Maybe everyone who has their skin pierced loses their soul and is replaced with a demon. About as likely as any of Earth's religions.

    1 vote

  3. Comment on DARA - Bangaranga (LIVE) | Bulgaria 🇧🇬 | Grand Final | Eurovision 2026 in ~music

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    The first time I heard this song I didn't think much of it, but the live performance lifted it a lot! I definitely understand why it resonated with voters, but I was surprised it did so well with...

    The first time I heard this song I didn't think much of it, but the live performance lifted it a lot! I definitely understand why it resonated with voters, but I was surprised it did so well with the juries as well.

    It's worth watching the winner's performance as well. With no costumes, an unprepared camera crew, and just some hastily arranged dining room chairs as props, they still managed to nail the performance with raw charm.

    7 votes

  5. Comment on All the Eurovision songs are out. Let's talk about them! in ~music

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    Let's pour one out for the ones we lost in the semi-finals. I was bummed out that Montenegro failed to qualify. Angriest lead singer, scariest backup dancers, heaviest techno beat. One of my...

    Let's pour one out for the ones we lost in the semi-finals.

    I was bummed out that Montenegro failed to qualify. Angriest lead singer, scariest backup dancers, heaviest techno beat. One of my favourite performances from the semis.

    I also really enjoyed Switzerland, and would have preferred them take Cyprus' spot in the final.

    2 votes

  6. Comment on All the Eurovision songs are out. Let's talk about them! in ~music

  8. Comment on Happy Birthday David Attenborough, 'the voice for nature,' turns 100 in ~enviro

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    A true legend. I'm currently reading his latest book ('Ocean: Earth's Last Wilderness', with Colin Butfield), and I can't help sometimes hearing Attenborough's distinct voice in my head as I read...

    A true legend.

    I'm currently reading his latest book ('Ocean: Earth's Last Wilderness', with Colin Butfield), and I can't help sometimes hearing Attenborough's distinct voice in my head as I read it. The book is, in a word, inspiring, detailing how successful some ocean conservation projects have been.

    Here's hoping he stays in good health!

    3 votes

  10. Comment on The Last Viking / Den Sidste Viking | Official trailer in ~movies

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    I was sure it was an adaptation of Johan Bojer's 1921 book. But yeah, this looks cool too, I guess.

    I was sure it was an adaptation of Johan Bojer's 1921 book. But yeah, this looks cool too, I guess.

    2 votes

  11. Comment on Babylon 5 S01E09: "Deathwalker" - Episode Discussion in ~tv

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    Nice to see ambassador Kosh get some more spotlight. But hey, was that a civilian ship the Vorlons destroyed? Can they do that? I really like the main plot. There are some good moral dilemmas in...

    Nice to see ambassador Kosh get some more spotlight. But hey, was that a civilian ship the Vorlons destroyed? Can they do that?

    I really like the main plot. There are some good moral dilemmas in there, as well as the usual political intrigue. Lots of people want to see the war criminal hang, but that means giving up on her magnificent scientific breakthroughs. But those breakthroughs also come with a steep price, a price that will be her monument. She's one of those villains it feels good to root against.

    1 vote

  12. Comment on Happy, fighting May 1st! in ~society

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    That looks like quite the experience! Did they do this during the Cold War as well, or is it a more recent tradition?

    That looks like quite the experience!

    Did they do this during the Cold War as well, or is it a more recent tradition?

    2 votes

  13. Comment on Happy, fighting May 1st! in ~society

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    Happy Workers' Day! We have the day off from work up here. I just got back inside after raising the flag. The parade starts around 14:30. Never take your rights for granted!

    Happy Workers' Day!

    We have the day off from work up here. I just got back inside after raising the flag. The parade starts around 14:30. Never take your rights for granted!

    9 votes

  14. Comment on Babylon 5 S01E08: "And The Sky Full Of Stars" - Episode Discussion in ~tv

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    Spoilers That's a pretty good take on the whole using a computer simulation to gain access to someone's memories plot line. I enjoyed it. It definitely helps that I too am very curious what...
    Spoilers That's a pretty good take on the whole using a computer simulation to gain access to someone's memories plot line. I enjoyed it. It definitely helps that I too am very curious what happened during that battle.

    Not a fan of the whole "maybe we're still in there" thing, but there's not really any doubt that Sinclair escaped, so I guess it's just to show how messed up the villain is after the experience.

    1 vote

  15. Comment on Babylon 5 S01E08: "And The Sky Full Of Stars" - Episode Discussion in ~tv

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    I guess the latest Battlefield game was a flop. Haha. :-D

    EA President Promises Balanced Budget by 2260

    I guess the latest Battlefield game was a flop.

    SPECIAL SECTION: Pros & Cons of Interspecies Mating

    Haha. :-D

    1 vote

  16. Comment on Brave Origin (Nightly), a paid, bloat-free version of Brave in ~tech

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    Creators could claim their money through a fairly straightforward process. Some chose to do so, some chose not to, and some of those who chose not to were very vocal about their disapproval of the...

    Creators could claim their money through a fairly straightforward process. Some chose to do so, some chose not to, and some of those who chose not to were very vocal about their disapproval of the whole concept.

  17. Comment on Brave Origin (Nightly), a paid, bloat-free version of Brave in ~tech

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    Let's talk about Brave Ads for a moment! I'm old enough to remember when Brave was announced, and Ads was promoted as the killer feature. It was going to disrupt the whole advertisement industry....

    Let's talk about Brave Ads for a moment! I'm old enough to remember when Brave was announced, and Ads was promoted as the killer feature. It was going to disrupt the whole advertisement industry. Ads were no longer going to be a privacy nightmare, a bigger cut was going to end up in the pockets of content creators, and even users themselves were going to receive a decent payout in return for their attention. So...

    Are anyone here actually using Brave Ads; as a user, buyer, or creator? What are your experiences with them? Did they succeed in making a better marketing experience for everyone?

  18. Comment on Brave Origin (Nightly), a paid, bloat-free version of Brave in ~tech

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    Brave Origin users will continue to benefit from our industry-leading privacy, adblock, and speed (via Brave Shields)