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  1. Comment on Marco Rubio will find China is hard to beat in Latin America. China buys lithium, copper and bull semen, and doesn’t export its ideology. in ~society

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    Strange article: the headline was contradicted by the claim made that China will violate contracts as late as during shipment. I think the gist is that the US will have to be willing to give more...

    Strange article: the headline was contradicted by the claim made that China will violate contracts as late as during shipment. I think the gist is that the US will have to be willing to give more and ask for less if they wish to compete with China's influence in South America.

    5 votes

  2. Comment on What hard scifi books could you recommend? in ~books

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    Don't be put off by the Netflix series, but Altered Carbon by Richard Morgan is a solid trilogy.

    Don't be put off by the Netflix series, but Altered Carbon by Richard Morgan is a solid trilogy.

    3 votes

  3. Comment on Tildes Video Thread in ~misc

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    Way more interesting than I would've guessed before watching it. Another win for the YouTube algorithm.

    Way more interesting than I would've guessed before watching it. Another win for the YouTube algorithm.

    3 votes

  4. Comment on Tildes Video Thread in ~misc

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    I also watched this video. Well done and interesting.

    I also watched this video. Well done and interesting.

    2 votes

  5. Comment on FIA seeks rule changes after president allegations in ~sports.motorsports

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    I hope these amendments are voted down and Ben Sulayem and his corrupt cronies are shown the door after the coming election.

    I hope these amendments are voted down and Ben Sulayem and his corrupt cronies are shown the door after the coming election.

    5 votes

  6. Comment on Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024 - Results in ~sports.motorsports

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    This was not a good race. This was not a fun race. This was a train wreck. The FIA needs new leadership. Formula 1 needs professional stewards and a qualified race director. Incompetence and bad...

    This was not a good race. This was not a fun race. This was a train wreck. The FIA needs new leadership. Formula 1 needs professional stewards and a qualified race director. Incompetence and bad intentions everywhere. Hopefully next season everybody can course correct.

    4 votes

  7. Comment on Great shows with a truly satisfying ending? in ~tv

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    I've seen a lot of shows already mentioned, but I'm add Mad Men & Cheers.I thought both of these shows stick the landing.

    I've seen a lot of shows already mentioned, but I'm add Mad Men &
    Cheers.I thought both of these shows stick the landing.

    1 vote

  8. Comment on Great shows with a truly satisfying ending? in ~tv

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    The Wire was shot in full frame 4:3 on film. The remaster cuts information the cinematographer and director included as part of a conscious choice to shoot in the 4:3 aspect ratio. If you can find...

    The Wire was shot in full frame 4:3 on film. The remaster cuts information the cinematographer and director included as part of a conscious choice to shoot in the 4:3 aspect ratio. If you can find the DVD sets, I'd recommend them over watching in widescreen.

    3 votes

  9. Comment on Explain one play: Steph Curry and Buddy Hield (and Looney) carry Golden State Warriors over Boston Celtics in thrilling ending in ~sports.basketball

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    I'm a tiny bit disappointed the Celtics weren't at full strength for this one but it's still a good win. On to Cleveland!

    I'm a tiny bit disappointed the Celtics weren't at full strength for this one but it's still a good win. On to Cleveland!

    1 vote

  11. Comment on Explain one play: Steph Curry creates unexpected Slow Mo dunk and Draymond 3 using new Wheel Spain play versus Washington Wizards in ~sports.basketball

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    Steph Curry is back for another Warriors win! I know it's early and last year's fast start fizzled out about this time but this has been a pretty enjoyable start to the season. The next 5 games...

    Steph Curry is back for another Warriors win! I know it's early and last year's fast start fizzled out about this time but this has been a pretty enjoyable start to the season. The next 5 games should tell us a lot about this year's ceiling... Boston on Wednesday!

    3 votes

  14. Comment on MLB's top twenty-five free agents for 2025 in ~sports.baseball

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    He's playing with fire; the IRS tweaks the rules and he could lose hundreds of millions. I too hope they close this loophole.

    He's playing with fire; the IRS tweaks the rules and he could lose hundreds of millions. I too hope they close this loophole.

    1 vote

  15. Comment on Golden State Warriors pull out overtime win in Houston in ~sports.basketball

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    See, I like that about him- most of my other subscriptions are to people who are very dry in their presentation, but I enjoy Alch's showmanship. I haven't subscribed to the patreon but the...

    See, I like that about him- most of my other subscriptions are to people who are very dry in their presentation, but I enjoy Alch's showmanship. I haven't subscribed to the patreon but the breakdowns he's posted to free YouTube have been excellent. I want to like Awful Coaching but he's just too negative and I'm not into that.

    Yeah, that 8 minutes at the end of the third and beginning of the 4th that Kerr key play out was TORTURE. I too nearly turned it off. Kerr said post game that Wiggins had tweaked his ankle which made him reluctant to put Wiggins back in.

    I also remember when the best thing the Warriors had on their playoff history was a surprise series win over the Mavs and BD going Superman on AK-47. I get so tired of all the youngsters complaining and constantly posting brain dead trade proposals. To be fair, I can be a little bit more peevish about the Niners because I grew up during their 5/5 run of Superbowls, so I kind of get where the youngsters are coming from. Still, I would really like everybody to chill out and realize how special it is to win 12 regional championships in the last 44 years.

    -and be more patient with the young guys!

    2 votes

  16. Comment on San Francisco Giants’ Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey win Gold Glove Awards in ~sports.baseball

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    Hell yeah, brothers! Well deserved for both, if a year late for Bailey.

    Hell yeah, brothers! Well deserved for both, if a year late for Bailey.

  18. Comment on Golden State Warriors pull out overtime win in Houston in ~sports.basketball

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    Athletic Alchemy is one of my favorite Warriors/Bay Area sports focused YouTube channels.

    Athletic Alchemy is one of my favorite Warriors/Bay Area sports focused YouTube channels.

  20. Comment on Report: Robbie Ray declines opt-out in San Francisco Giants contract to remain with team in ~sports.baseball

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    Lol, the guy you wanted to opt out but doesn't. Hopefully he can be healthy to start next season.

    Lol, the guy you wanted to opt out but doesn't. Hopefully he can be healthy to start next season.

    1 vote