@taiwan_girl He sensed something was amiss on a February night in 1984, when state radio canceled a jazz program and broadcast somber classical music. That was the usual practice in the post Khrushchev era USSR when a serving Politiburo member died. I seem to recall that the go to favourite was Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. Seems to me the somber tunes also interrupted regular TV and radio programming when Yeltsin died despite the fact he had already been out of office for some years.

@Horace said in Superforecasters: one should vote for pro-gun candidates if one wants to control gun ownership Since guns are not allowed on commercial flights, you have to keep an extra gun in every city you visit. If you could take the gun on the flight you wouldn't need all those extras. And total gun ownership would come way down.

Cool videos. I want to visit Bhutan. LOL A couple of cool treks to do there. One I think would be impossible for me. The Snowman Trek. Supposedly, more people have climbed Mt. Everest than completed this trek. the 25-day Snowman trek into one of the country’s most remote valleys. This is probably one of the hardest high altitude treks, but an incredible experience for anyone who takes the challenge. Bhutan’s pristine landscape, wonderful people and fascinating Buddhist culture provide the ingredients for a memorable journey into one of the world’s most remote kingdoms. Travelling into the Lunana district the Snowman trek is so named for the six mountains over 7000 metres (23,100 ft. ) which the trek passes beneath. Crossing nine passes over 4500m (15,850 ft. ) makes this not only one of the highest altitute treks, but also one of the most challenging. The other one would probably be more fun and enjoyable (and especially doable!!! LOL) For the ultimate trekking experience in Bhutan, challenge yourself to complete the Trans Bhutan Trail end-to-end hike, one of the world’s greatest walks. Hike across the country from Haa in the west to Trashigang in the east, covering 403 kilometres on the way as you pass countless historical and religious sites, traverse diverse climate zones, and enjoy a variety of culturally immersive experiences. Rest days are programmed in Punakha and Bumthang. https://www.transbhutantrail.com

@bachophile Slacker!!! (Just tease you!. I am actually in awe of medical people like yourself, George, Jolyy, Blondie, etc. and wha you guys do)

Interesting video. I think the reasons he said are correct. Not sure it will change either in the future.

@jon-nyc said in SALT: @Horace said in SALT: You can call a draw on all policy and still recognize a difference in stuff that is unequivocally under a president's control, such as appointments …. “Trump’s economics suck and all, but at least we’ll get RFK Jr setting health policy”. For a person so adamant that people not put words in his mouth, you sure do play fast and loose with this sort of stuff. But sure, let the public decide a preference between Fauci and RFK Jr. I don't think that preference is nearly as obviously a litmus test for crazy vs smart as your twitter feed would indicate.

Get married earlier, ditch the birth control, have lots of sex and let nature take it's course.

By the way, anybody else notice how common that voice is in random videos? I guess it's an AI voice.

The short landing competition: Link to video

There's a joke about Black Noise in there somewhere...

That company was created by the rich dude who went on a spacewalk a few days ago.

@taiwan_girl said in McCarthy - More Lawfare: And I am gay and I feel threatened by their talk about wanting all gay people dead. @taiwan_girl The important word you wrote is "Feel." That's subjective, not absolute. If you're wearing a blue shirt, and I hate blue, is it an offense for me to say, "I hate blue" because it makes you feel uncomfortable? Wanting you to die because you wore a blue shirt, and saying I want you to die because you wore a blue shirt, is not a "credible threat." Now, look at the case again. A poll-watcher saw something he thought was fishy. That's his job. After a contentious meeting with "Mr. Fishy" he left the room, and said to SOMEONE ELSE "Hang Mr. Fishy for treason." ANOTHER PERSON heard it and reported it as a terrorist threat. Now, that's not quite up to the level of David French saying that someone needs to put a bullet in Trump, but I digress...

Can't be Russian. It'd be cyrillic.

After smashing his head and after he was run over by the train, I’m sure someone shot him just to be sure.

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Pray for Vger. Send good thoughts its way.

@89th said in O hai!! How y'all been?: @LW said in O hai!! How y'all been?: @89th he's just turned 2 1/2. It's very fun, except the meltdowns. Oh perfect, the ages of 3 and 4 are coming up! Yes the meltdowns. Our (boy) is the one with the bigger emotional swings than our girls. This morning he had a bit crying episode because his spiderman shoes were too small and he was sad to see them go. Honestly, I get it, mini 89th. I like my shoes too. Our neighbors have a nearly 3 yo girl and she looks at him with toddler confusion (almost a disdain ) when he has meltdowns. They enjoy playing together but he almost always has a meltdown when it's time to leave.

@LuFins-Dad Hope that Luke is well soon. @jon-nyc Well, you are 10 days older............ Just teasing. Glad you were able to get out and ride a bit.