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Comment on New ‘Stargate’ TV series ordered at Amazon from ‘Blindspot’ creator Martin Gero in ~tv
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Comment on New ‘Stargate’ TV series ordered at Amazon from ‘Blindspot’ creator Martin Gero in ~tv
l_one Link ParentYep. I especially remember my feelings of betrayal at the Section 42 trailer. That just screamed to me 'how low can Star Trek go?' I've only seen about 1/2 of season 1 of Strange New Worlds, but...modern Star Trek is such bastardized action schlock
Yep. I especially remember my feelings of betrayal at the Section 42 trailer. That just screamed to me 'how low can Star Trek go?'
I've only seen about 1/2 of season 1 of Strange New Worlds, but that seemed good to me, though I've been told it goes downhill in later seasons?
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Comment on Strange YouTube watch-tracking behavior in ~tech
l_one Link ParentYep, this is what happens for me too. The desktop version with my mouse hovering over the thumbnail that is.Yep, this is what happens for me too. The desktop version with my mouse hovering over the thumbnail that is.
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Comment on US Federal Government oversight of K - 12 education moved out of Department of Education to Department of Labor in ~society
l_one Link ParentConsidering the labor prison infrastructure being built... yeah...Considering the labor prison infrastructure being built... yeah...
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Comment on What are your favorite simple pleasures? in ~talk
l_one Link ParentAWWWWWHWHWHHAHHAHHHAHAHHHAH! That was me 'Awwwww'ing and laughing at the same time. Mostly in my head since it is apparently difficult to do literally if you want to laugh hard, it kind of ends up...AWWWWWHWHWHHAHHAHHHAHAHHHAH!
That was me 'Awwwww'ing and laughing at the same time. Mostly in my head since it is apparently difficult to do literally if you want to laugh hard, it kind of ends up as a cough.
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Comment on What are your favorite simple pleasures? in ~talk
l_one LinkSipping my morning coffee while playing MTG Arena. My cat curling up on my lap and going rumble-purr. Similarly: every night when I go to bed she walks up on my side and makes paw-biscuits on me...Sipping my morning coffee while playing MTG Arena.
My cat curling up on my lap and going rumble-purr. Similarly: every night when I go to bed she walks up on my side and makes paw-biscuits on me while purring for a few minutes before laying down to sleep on top of me. Adorable.
Portal-Isekai webfiction and audiobooks. (escapism junk food for the brain).
Being in my home office with my electronics lab - it's my happy place.
This one may be a bit more oddball: watching and chatting during one of Computer Booter's gaming console repair streams. It's a fun little portion of the electronics nerd community.
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Comment on Things to do when you've lost your job in ~talk
l_one LinkHope for best, plan for worst. Apply for unemployment first thing - you don't know how long this is going to last for (time between jobs) and the sooner you get on this the sooner you have that...Hope for best, plan for worst.
Apply for unemployment first thing - you don't know how long this is going to last for (time between jobs) and the sooner you get on this the sooner you have that bit of safety net. Same thing for food assistance benefits (if those still exist where you are...) - again, you can't know how long this will last and the faster you get whatever assistance like this you can in place and active the further your reserves will last for you. Waiting until you really need this does not help you nearly as much as doing it right now.
As u/ColorUserPro mentioned, look for any of the crappy high-turnover / easy-to-hire-in jobs that, because they have that high turnover, are likely to get you in reasonably quickly and get some money coming in.
CAUTION: beware of setting yourself up for that kind of work if it's going to be full time + overtime. There is no future there and you don't want so many hours of possibly physically demanding labor that you're too exhausted to put hours in during the week to apply for the jobs that have a future for you.
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Comment on How has AI positively impacted your life? in ~tech
l_one LinkI have enjoyed some of the music that people have used AI to create. I think this is my favorite: Harry Potter, Cyberpunk WizardI have enjoyed some of the music that people have used AI to create.
I think this is my favorite: Harry Potter, Cyberpunk Wizard
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Comment on Advice on poor Linux performance vs Windows in ~tech
l_one LinkLong time Linux user here, currently on Mint Cinnamon, who started out doing almost exactly what you are doing (NTFS formatted data drive to keep windows compatibility). While I will preface by...Long time Linux user here, currently on Mint Cinnamon, who started out doing almost exactly what you are doing (NTFS formatted data drive to keep windows compatibility).
While I will preface by saying it could be something else, I think the most likely explanation is that your data drive is NTFS formatted.
After I realized I could do everything I wanted for my home desktop on Linux, I went in all the way, cross-loaded all my data onto other drives, and formatted my data drive in ext4, then put my data back on it.
It worked much better afterwards. Lower resource usage and much better transfer speeds all around.
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Comment on Algeria: Africa's most expensive military - the African arms race you've (probably) never heard of in ~society
l_one LinkSorry, no proper links in the description yet, too much on my to-do list. Description from Perun below, view page on YouTube to be able to click on the source links. ... Most of the time on this...Sorry, no proper links in the description yet, too much on my to-do list. Description from Perun below, view page on YouTube to be able to click on the source links.
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Most of the time on this channel, we focus on military developments in Europe or Asia. but the global surge in military spending since 2022 is also playing out in Africa.
There, Algeria deserves particular mention, more than doubling expenditure since 2021 to cement it's place (by no small margin) as Africa's most expensive military and one of the most important remaining customers for Russian arms exports.
By some estimates, In 2025, Algeria may end up dedicating more of its budget to the military during peacetime, than Russia is during wartime - with reported procurement plans stretching all the way to Russian 5th generation fighters.
It's a move that is driving massive fiscal deficits and which raises massive questions, especially in the context of Algeria's comparatively opaque approach to military procurement:
What is Algiers planning to spend the money on? Why now? How will the region respond and can the Algerian economy sustain the effort?
So, for the first time for a nation study on this channel, welcome to North Africa.
Patreon:
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Unless otherwise noted - platform counts are per MB2024Unless otherwise noted - Economic figures per IMF data)
(e.g. https://www.imf.org/external/datamapp...Unemployment figures per ILO estimates (via World Bank Data)
https://data.worldbank.org/indicator/...SIPRI -- Preparing for a fourth year of War: Military spending in Russia's budget for 2025
https://www.sipri.org/sites/default/f...Algeria cuts diplomatic relations with Morocco
https://www.reuters.com/world/algeria...Reporting on Algerian20226 budget
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/...Russian media on claim Algeria has shown off S-400 systems
https://en.sputniknews.africa/2025053...Algerian T-62 based engineering vehicle
https://www.armyrecognition.com/focus...Morocco declares national holiday over Western Sahara vote
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/...U.S. Energy Information Administration - Country Analysis Brief: Algeria
https://www.eia.gov/international/con...Caveats & Comments:
All normal caveats and comments apply. In particular – I note that this material has been created for entertainment purposes and is not intended to be a complete examination of the topic and should not be relied upon to inform financial or other any other views and/or decisions.
Any content relating to the conduct, views, activities or any aspect of any person or character in this video is included for entertainment purposes and does not represent an assertion of fact on those matters or any matters in relation to that person or character.
Care has been taken in compiling data, quotes, and other inputs from various sources but errors can occur. Quotes and included data should be considered illustrative, not definitive and their veracity should not be relied on.
As noted in the video, I received some benefits from the host organisation (coffee and food) but did not receive compensation for travel costs, accommodation, or time spent at the event. All opinions expressed are solely my own.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 — Opening Words
00:01:53 — What Am I Talking About?
00:04:11 — History & Strategic Context
00:16:45 — the Army
00:26:51 — the Navy
00:30:18 — the Airforce
00:35:12 — the Expansion
00:45:53 — the So What
00:48:11 — Sustainability & Dynamics
00:59:02 — What Next?
00:59:40 — Channel Update -
Algeria: Africa's most expensive military - the African arms race you've (probably) never heard of
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Comment on Experiences with united healthcare in ~health
l_one LinkUHC is widely considered the most evil of the health insurance companies. Highest denial rates, they've used AI to deny claims, a crap ton more. There's a doctor that has a side-gig as a YouTube...UHC is widely considered the most evil of the health insurance companies. Highest denial rates, they've used AI to deny claims, a crap ton more.
There's a doctor that has a side-gig as a YouTube activist/comedian: Dr. Glaucomflecken
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Comment on Cell phone advice in ~tech
l_one (edited )Link ParentWhile the phone is still being manufactured, they should be available through official Samsung dealers. In this case..... Ok, I just went looking for a licensed dealer selling the battery for the...While the phone is still being manufactured, they should be available through official Samsung dealers. In this case.....
Ok, I just went looking for a licensed dealer selling the battery for the XCover 7. Nothing certain yet, but here are 2 sources:
https://samsungselfrepair.shop/en/galaxy-xcover7-pro-battery.html
https://store.koamtac.com/products/galaxy-xcover7-pro-4350mah-samsung-original-batteryYou would probably want to get in touch with Samsung customer support and ask if either of those companies are authorized or licensed parts dealers for Samsung as a means of making sure the batteries are indeed OEM.
Edit: you could also contact the companies selling the batteries and ask what proof or documentation they have to confirm the parts batteries they are selling are indeed OEM and not aftermarket.
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Comment on Cell phone advice in ~tech
l_one (edited )LinkI have the Samsung Galaxy X-Cover Pro. Not the 6, the version before that which was just named 'X-Cover Pro'. Others have already outlined what boxes this checks for you. I bought mine in the...I have the Samsung Galaxy X-Cover Pro. Not the 6, the version before that which was just named 'X-Cover Pro'.
Others have already outlined what boxes this checks for you. I bought mine in the beginning of 2021 and tend to keep phones for 6+ years. I have advice for you if you intend to keep your phone for more than 2 years like me.
Figure out which case you want for the phone. I use and recommend the Otterbox Defender series. Get 3 of them, as good as they are parts are susceptible to wear and the USB port cover will be folded over and over for charging - this does eventually rip off (after years). They won't be in production forever and become harder to find after the manufacturer stops making that specific phone.
Batteries. Again, buy at least 3 original OEM batteries (the one in the phone + get 2 spares. They should be packed at a standard 40% SOC (state of charge) for storage because the manufacturer doesn't know how long they'll sit in the warehouse or on a shelf before sale and use. Leave them like that. I tend to want a new battery around the 2 to 3 year mark, and the aftermarket batteries just aren't as good in terms of capacity, reliability, and quality control. Find somewhere temperature stable to put them and leave them there for those years until you need a new one.
If you want to get one of those stick on screen protectors: same deal, figure out what one is best and buy a few. 4 years down the road they will no longer be in production for your model of phone.
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Comment on What are some of your favorite stews/soups? in ~food
l_one Link1 packet Tasty Bite Madras Lentils 2 kosher hot dogs, microwaved, cut into bite-size chunks 1 small can spicy tomato chunks with jalapeno, lime, cilantro 30 grams powdered parmesan cheese 10 grams...1 packet Tasty Bite Madras Lentils
2 kosher hot dogs, microwaved, cut into bite-size chunks
1 small can spicy tomato chunks with jalapeno, lime, cilantro
30 grams powdered parmesan cheese
10 grams chilli crisp oilMix together, microwave until hot, eat.
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Comment on California voters pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps in ~society
l_one Link ParentYou're right that those specifics aren't as well known - I didn't know about them, and am glad for the nuance they add to the message that is Prop 50.You're right that those specifics aren't as well known - I didn't know about them, and am glad for the nuance they add to the message that is Prop 50.
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Comment on California voters pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps in ~society
l_one LinkNot a healthy trend for the country in the long term. Probably critically necessary for course-correction in the short term.Not a healthy trend for the country in the long term.
Probably critically necessary for course-correction in the short term.
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Comment on Grand Rapids Michigan faith leaders and mayor begin fast, pledge to continue fasting until SNAP food benefits restored in ~society
l_one LinkWell. I'm not sure if it will accomplish anything, but it is a welcome show of solidarity.Well. I'm not sure if it will accomplish anything, but it is a welcome show of solidarity.
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Comment on 'Intentional' explosion at Harvard medical campus under investigation in ~news
l_one Link ParentNotably, the selection of tools (specifically power tools) is both a bit limited and somewhat vague. They DO mention abrasive cutting wheels, though they don't specifically say battery or plug-in...TL-30, meaning it must withstand 30 minutes of being attacked by tools
Notably, the selection of tools (specifically power tools) is both a bit limited and somewhat vague. They DO mention abrasive cutting wheels, though they don't specifically say battery or plug-in powered grinders (or otherwise specify the type and power of tool using a cutting disk) so I would be curious to know what their limits are to pass the TL-30 test.
Example: an older Ni-Cad battery powered grinder is materially different than a modern Lion or Lipo powered grinder. More torque, higher max RPM, etc... Then there are modern corded grinders, and then things like gasoline powered concrete saws...
So, yeah, I'd be curious about the specifics of what they use to test for that 30 minute rating and just how aggressive they get.
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Comment on Russia's new "Skyfall' missile - evaluation and the danger of "superweapon syndrome" in ~society
l_one LinkPerun had jet lag again, this release just came out now (Monday morning). Sorry, no proper links in the description yet, too much on my to-do list. Description from Perun below, view page on...Perun had jet lag again, this release just came out now (Monday morning).
Sorry, no proper links in the description yet, too much on my to-do list. Description from Perun below, view page on YouTube to be able to click on the source links.
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Apologies for the sound quality on this one - there will be a significant improvement next week as I switch equipment.
Another week, another Russian nuclear superweapon - but this time, it's a bit of a head scratcher. The new Burevestnik missile essentially revives a concept (the intercontinental cruise missile) that both the USSR and USA discarded back in the 1960s.
Despite its intimidating NATO reporting name (SSC-X-9 Skyfall), Russia's nuclear powered cruise missile is arguably worth looking at not so much because of what it can do, but because of what it likely can't.
The question of why a country would choose to fund something like this over and above thousands of other much reasonable and urgent priorities gives us a chance to dig into Russia's priorities and the historical tendency of many states to back blingy superweapons at the expense of more boring, useful investments.
Patreon:
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TASS - Lavrov on Skyfall
https://tass.com/politics/2036255TASS reports on Burevstnik
https://tass.com/defense/2036919
https://tass.com/defense/2035553
https://tass.com/defense/2036907CSIS - Breaking Down Russian Missile Salvos: What Drives Neutralization?
https://www.csis.org/analysis/breakin...RUSI - The evolution of Russian nuclear doctrine
https://www.rusi.org/explore-our-rese...2019 Test reported in Russian media
https://tass.com/defense/1045012Alexey Leonkov - Nuclear Burevestnik: New Cruise Missile to Become a "Weapon of Vengeance" (2019)
https://rg.ru/2019/07/18/iadernyj-bur...Reporting on Skyfall (Western media)
https://www.twz.com/nuclear/skyfall-n...https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/01/wo...
https://global.espreso.tv/military-ne...
https://www.euronews.com/2025/10/26/t...
https://www.forcesnews.com/russia/eve...
2019 Test
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe...https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/video...
Potential resumption of US nuclear testing
https://www.reuters.com/world/china/t...Reporting on potential skyfall launch site 2024
https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/...Reporting on Putin 2018 speech
https://www.rferl.org/a/putin-set-giv...Poseidon Nuclear Drone segment on Russian TV
https://www.euronews.com/next/2022/05...Caveats & Comments:
All normal caveats and comments apply. In particular – I would like to note as always that this material has been created for entertainment purposes and is not intended to be a complete or comprehensive examination of the topic in question and should not be relied upon to inform financial or other similar decisions.
Any content relating to the conduct, views, activities or any aspect of any person or character in this video is included for entertainment purposes and does not represent an assertion of fact on those matters or any matters in relation to that person or character.
Care has been taken in compiling data, quotes, and other inputs from various sources but errors can occur. Quotes and included data should be considered illustrative, not definitive and their veracity should not be relied on.
Timestamps:
00:00 — Opening Words
01:50 — What Am I Talking About?
03:51 — Burevestnik
13:35 — What is It Capable of?
27:07 — Why is It Stupid?
37:48 — What if It Did Work?
47:24 — Hallmarks of Superweapon Syndrome
57:19 — What Next?
58:33 — Channel Update
Not a reboot.
Original Stargate creators brought in.
"Embraces everything that made the original Stargates..."
You have my hopes up. Please don't let them down.