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Comment on Reducing Europe's nuclear energy sector was 'strategic mistake', EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says in ~society
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Comment on Reducing Europe's nuclear energy sector was 'strategic mistake', EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says in ~society
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentTrue, but hopefully a renewed commitment to nuclear energy from the EU could lead to greater investment in thorium reactors as an alternative, and towards fusion projects such as ITER. All long...True, but hopefully a renewed commitment to nuclear energy from the EU could lead to greater investment in thorium reactors as an alternative, and towards fusion projects such as ITER. All long term, of course, but the sooner started the better.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
tomorrow-never-knows LinkSo, around the time of release I picked up Baldur's Gate 3 and proceeded to dump about 80 hours into it, with 60ish on a main campaign and the other 20 spent dicking around rolling new characters...So, around the time of release I picked up Baldur's Gate 3 and proceeded to dump about 80 hours into it, with 60ish on a main campaign and the other 20 spent dicking around rolling new characters and experimenting with classes. I burned out early in Act 3 and hadn't touched it until a month back. With most of the plot forgotten I decided to go fresh with a Dark Urge playthrough and was having fun living deliciously...until I reached Moonrise Towers again at the end of Act 2 and just got completely fed up with how tedious the battles were becoming. I honestly don't have the patience for spending an hour on a single goddamn fight. I'm at a standstill now and debating whether to mod the shit out of it and just infinite fireball my way through to the ending or else drop it for good.
Prior to this I had finished Clair Obscur and that was a truly exceptional experience. Any game that comes after will need to have mastered the Fosbury Flop to get over that bar...
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Comment on The Boys | Final season trailer in ~tv
tomorrow-never-knows LinkLooking good from the trailer, hopefully ends with a bang (in both the narrative and the explode-y, blood everywhere sense). Also a reminder that I still need to hop into season 2 of Gen V.Looking good from the trailer, hopefully ends with a bang (in both the narrative and the explode-y, blood everywhere sense). Also a reminder that I still need to hop into season 2 of Gen V.
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Comment on Vreid, Djerv feat. Chris Pontius – Loving The Dead (2026) in ~music
tomorrow-never-knows LinkOk, so this isn't a direction I thought Vreid would be exploring on their new one, but I'm down for it. And I'm always glad to see an Agnete Kjelsrud guest spot in my black metals, see: Kampfar,...Ok, so this isn't a direction I thought Vreid would be exploring on their new one, but I'm down for it. And I'm always glad to see an Agnete Kjelsrud guest spot in my black metals, see: Kampfar, Dimmu Borgir
I'll be catching Vreid live next month with Hypocrisy, really looking forward to that.
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Comment on Legacy sequels and remakes you think were actually good and worth making? in ~movies
tomorrow-never-knows LinkThe best that come to mind have already been mentioned here. I just wanted to add that Patrick H Willems explored this topic in two recent videos and are well worth the watch if interested....The best that come to mind have already been mentioned here. I just wanted to add that Patrick H Willems explored this topic in two recent videos and are well worth the watch if interested.
Anatomy of a Legacy Sequel
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Comment on What's a reasonable amount of time to spend on an RPG campaign? in ~games
tomorrow-never-knows LinkThe sweet spot for me is around 40-50 hours, with the majority of side quests included. Of course, there are exceptions, but in most cases I find there's a wonderful honeymoon period from between...The sweet spot for me is around 40-50 hours, with the majority of side quests included. Of course, there are exceptions, but in most cases I find there's a wonderful honeymoon period from between 15-30 hours where the narrative is in full gear, you've got a comfortable handle on the main mechanics and everything is flowing along beautifully. After that, its time to wrap-up loose ends and focus on finishing the story.
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Comment on At The Gates – The Fever Mask (2026) in ~music
tomorrow-never-knows LinkHard to believe Tompa recorded vocals for the entire album the day before going into surgery. A warrior to the end.Hard to believe Tompa recorded vocals for the entire album the day before going into surgery. A warrior to the end.
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Comment on Humble Comics Bundle: The Witcher + Cyberpunk by Dark Horse in ~comics
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentNo problem, glad you're enjoying so far! I picked up the bundle myself and had a quick read of one of my favourite Witcher shorts, 'A Question of Price', to get a feel for how they handle the...No problem, glad you're enjoying so far! I picked up the bundle myself and had a quick read of one of my favourite Witcher shorts, 'A Question of Price', to get a feel for how they handle the material. Quite enjoyed that adaptation and I'm definitely looking forward to tucking into the full series.
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Comment on WORM - Witchmoon: The Infernal Masquerade (Feat. Marty Friedman) (2026) in ~music
tomorrow-never-knows LinkBeen loving this since it dropped on Friday. Really fun nod towards the likes of '90s-era Dimmu Borgir, Old Man's Child, etc., and filled to the brim with outrageous guitar leads throughout...Been loving this since it dropped on Friday. Really fun nod towards the likes of '90s-era Dimmu Borgir, Old Man's Child, etc., and filled to the brim with outrageous guitar leads throughout courtesy of Phil Tougas (First Fragment).
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WORM - Witchmoon: The Infernal Masquerade (Feat. Marty Friedman) (2026)
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Comment on Humble Comics Bundle: The Witcher + Cyberpunk by Dark Horse in ~comics
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentI have only read the stories in the Cyberpunk Library Edition vol 1 ('Trauma Team', 'You Have My Word', 'Blackout'). 'Trauma Team' was the clear standout but all are very enjoyable trips back into...I have only read the stories in the Cyberpunk Library Edition vol 1 ('Trauma Team', 'You Have My Word', 'Blackout'). 'Trauma Team' was the clear standout but all are very enjoyable trips back into Night City. Bartosz Sztybor has also written some of The Witcher comics so I'd reckon the quality is of a par. I'm actually torn between picking this up or hanging on for the physical editions, Dark Horse do a great job with their oversized HCs, but it does seem like a great deal in any case.
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Comment on The death of mass market paperbacks in ~books
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentOne thing I will say though is that the few mass markets I do own tend to be sci-fi or fantasy and the cover art is so much better than any other editions. It could be a regional/licensing thing...One thing I will say though is that the few mass markets I do own tend to be sci-fi or fantasy and the cover art is so much better than any other editions. It could be a regional/licensing thing rather format, but, whatever the case may be, I absolutely adore those painted covers and wish we could see more over here.
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Comment on The death of mass market paperbacks in ~books
tomorrow-never-knows LinkInteresting, in Ireland (and the likes of UK, AUS, NZ, etc., I believe) the B-format has been the defacto standard for paberpacks for several decades. It fits in somewhere between mass market and...Interesting, in Ireland (and the likes of UK, AUS, NZ, etc., I believe) the B-format has been the defacto standard for paberpacks for several decades. It fits in somewhere between mass market and trade at approx. 198x130mm (~7.8"x5"), with a cheap but far from flimsy quality that feels comfortable for reading. Here, larger trade editions typically follow after an initial hardcover run on first publication, while the pocket mass markets described in the article are quite rare. I'm curious now if these kinds of changes are limited to the US industry or if something similar might be happening over here; personally, I can't see the B-format disappearing any time soon.
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Comment on Non-Logitech replacement for G502 mouse? in ~tech
tomorrow-never-knows LinkI recently switched to a Razer Basilisk V3 which has a similar form factor to the G502. It's longer than what I'm used to (coming from a Steel Series 100 that lasted a good 9 years) but I am quite...I recently switched to a Razer Basilisk V3 which has a similar form factor to the G502. It's longer than what I'm used to (coming from a Steel Series 100 that lasted a good 9 years) but I am quite happy with the performance. Can't comment on the long-term reliability, feels sturdy though. There's plenty of different configurations available to match budgets, wired/wireless, upgraded sensor, etc.
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Comment on Looking for a particular kind of computer speaker in ~tech
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentI'll second these. Dandy little speakers that certainly punch above their weight.I'll second these. Dandy little speakers that certainly punch above their weight.
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Abaddon Incarnate - This Verminous Creation (2026)
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Comment on Masters of the Universe | Official teaser in ~movies
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentDon't worry, we'll get plenty of Eternia worldbuilding in the upcoming HBO prequel series: Skeletor & Beast Man - The College Years.Don't worry, we'll get plenty of Eternia worldbuilding in the upcoming HBO prequel series: Skeletor & Beast Man - The College Years.
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Comment on Guitar Center institutes 72-hour waiting period [Satire] in ~life
tomorrow-never-knows Link ParentIt all starts with a shady character offering you a tin whistle then before you know it you're hooked on didgeridoos.It all starts with a shady character offering you a tin whistle then before you know it you're hooked on didgeridoos.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
tomorrow-never-knows LinkSo, inspired by the annual Listurnalia season fun over at AngryMetalGuy blog, the guts of my listening for the past two weeks was focused on looking back at the new metal releases that landed hard...So, inspired by the annual Listurnalia season fun over at AngryMetalGuy blog, the guts of my listening for the past two weeks was focused on looking back at the new metal releases that landed hard with me last year, and then throwing together some semi-coherent drivel for my own amusement, which I shall now inflict upon you fine folks.
It turned into a year heavily dominated by black metal atmospherics, moody electronics, and all things doom. Plus, the occasional film score. Here’s a Spotify playlist I’ve been adding to throughout the year with everything that caught my interest, while Bandcamp links are provided for the cream of the crop below. An imperfect list missing a ton of gems to be sure, but these are the ones that hit me early enough and/or hard enough to stick throughout the year.
1914 // Viribus Unitis
(Blackened Death / Doom Metal)
This Ukrainian band of brothers is unstoppable, and ever merciless in their presentation of the horrific futility of war through an onslaught of Bolt Thrower-style tank battalion grooves, mournful Amon Amarthian melodies, and their own special blend of sludgy, blackened heft.Blackbraid // Blackbraid III
(Atmospheric Black Metal)
Third time’s the charm here as Jon Krieger has more firmly shed the skin of his influences, and much of the songwriting fat, to deliver his most confident and well-realised release so far.Blut Aus Nord // Ethereal Horizons
(Atmospheric Black Metal)
Pulling a lot of the melodic atmosphere from the Memoria Vetusta trilogy and then smearing it out with Hallucinogen’s psychedelia with a touch of the 777s sprinkled in makes for one of BAN’s most lush and cinematic releases.Castle Rat // The Bestiary
(Doom Metal)
A noticeable step up from the debut without sacrificing any of the doomy VHS charm. The shift from a blues-based core towards hazier psychedelic leanings works really well, while new guitarist Franco Vittore ups the ante considerably in the leads department.Fer de Lance // Fires on the Mountainside
(Epic Heavy / Doom Metal)
Blending the mightiest bits of Manowar and Bathory is an easy recipe for epic success.Havukruunu // Tavastland
(Pagan Black Metal)
The blessed progeny of Quorthon, born to the Mighty Ravendark, return riding black winds of triumph with one of their finest albums.Igorrr // Amen
(Black / Death Metal, Breakcore, Baroque)
Whiplash genre-switches to sizzle the neurons and frenzied metal blasts to snap the spine, that’s the Igorrr I love.Kryptan // Violence, Our Power
(Atmospheric Black Metal)
An unabashed ode to the glory of ‘90s Swedish black metal, this thing is packed with enough vicious riffs and searing tremolo melodies to have stayed in regular rotation since dropping early in the year.Labyrinthus Stellarum // Rift in Reality
(Atmospheric Black Metal)
Gorgeous blend of soaring melodies, vast synthscapes and swirling blasts of blackened intensity. Really addictive stuff!Messa // The Spin
(Doom Metal / Rock)
A sultry and stomping slice of goth-tinged, prog-pronged, jazz-adjacent doomParadise Lost // Ascension
(Doom / Death Metal)
This is the kind of the thing you love to see from long-established bands: an album that manages to pull in the sounds from every beloved era, nail those sounds authentically, and to do it all justice through excellent songcraft.Structure // Heritage
(Atmospheric Doom / Death Metal)
Absolutely immense doom / death that crushes as much with heaving riffs as it does heartrending guitar leads.Tómarúm // Beyond Obsidian Euphoria
(Progressive Black Metal)
An intricate progressive black metal kaleidoscope of deftly navigated dynamics that can soar from chaos and despair through to catharsis and triumph.Bonus: Non-metal highlights
Nine Inch Nails // Tron: Ares // (Electronic, Film Score)
Ludwig Göransson // Sinners // (Blues, Film Score)
Ghost Cop // Trouble // (Darkwave)
Perturbator // Age of Aquarius // (Synthwave, Industrial, Post-punk)
Crippling Alcoholism // Camgirl
(Post-punk, Noise / Grind, Synthwave)
Wrapping bright synths and club-ready beats around a sinister thematic core ready to explode into violent noise without a moment's notice makes for one of the most unsettling yet addictive records of the year.
Interesting, I'm not read up on the subject to any great depth but I had often seen a touted benefit being that there is much less potential for thorium reactor fuels or byproducts to be weaponised, in addition to much lower amounts of waste products produced.
Are you saying the issue here is that what materials are weaponisable are much easier to hide and stockpile?
As a follow up, what would you see as the safest and most ethical path forward, in regards to security and economic factors, for development of next generation reactors?