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  • Neil's Vette

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    Andrea BA
    @LuFins-Dad fake news. AFAIK, Biden never owned a Trans Am. He did, however, have a 'Vette which was safely stored with assorted classified documents in his garage. But that's another thread.
  • The Iran war memes thead

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    jon-nycJ
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  • Picking up the guitar again

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    MikM
    Finger style is on my agenda.
  • Nice hat

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    MikM
    That’s brilliant.
  • Baby Bust. Low Birth Rates.

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    Andrea BA
    If I poke holes in someone's condom, do I have any legal exposure? @grok Yes, you have significant legal exposure. This act—sabotaging a condom by poking holes—is widely recognized as a form of reproductive coercion, stealthing (non-consensual condom removal or tampering), or sexual assault/battery in many jurisdictions. It is not a harmless prank; it can expose you to criminal charges and civil lawsuits.Criminal LiabilitySexual assault, battery, or rape by deception: Courts in various US states and countries have treated intentional condom sabotage as vitiating consent. The other person consented to protected sex, not unprotected sex with the risk of pregnancy or STD transmission. This has led to convictions for sexual assault or related offenses. Aggravated assault or reckless endangerment: If it results in pregnancy, STD transmission (e.g., HIV, herpes, chlamydia), or other harm, it can escalate to felony charges involving bodily injury or disease transmission. Examples of laws:Many US states (e.g., California, New York, Michigan) explicitly or through case law cover non-consensual condom tampering under sexual assault statutes. Federal aspects could apply if it crosses state lines or involves certain transmissions. Internationally, places like the UK, Canada, Australia, and parts of Europe have prosecuted similar acts as assault or fraud. Prosecutors can pursue this even without pregnancy if there's evidence of intent (texts, witnesses, damaged condoms).Civil LiabilityLawsuits for damages: The victim can sue for battery, fraud, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence, or wrongful pregnancy/child support issues. You could face liability for:Medical costs (prenatal care, STD treatment, abortion, or childbirth). Child support (in many places, courts have ruled that deception doesn't eliminate parental financial responsibility, but you can still be sued for other harms). Emotional distress, lost wages, therapy. Punitive damages are possible if the act is deemed malicious. Evidence and ConsequencesModern forensics (DNA on condoms, residue analysis, packaging examination) plus digital evidence (messages admitting intent) make this traceable. Victims often report it after discovering pregnancy or infection. Convictions or settlements can include jail/prison time, sex offender registration (in some cases), fines, restraining orders, and lifelong financial obligations.Even if not convicted criminally, civil discovery and reputational damage are major risks. "It was just a joke" or "they didn't notice" is not a defense—courts focus on lack of informed consent.Strong recommendation: Do not do this. It is unethical, violates consent, and can destroy lives (yours included). If this is hypothetical, the answer is clear: high legal risk with potentially life-altering consequences. Consult a lawyer in your specific jurisdiction for personalized advice, but the general rule is avoid entirely. If you're dealing with relationship issues around consent or contraception, seek ethical communication or professional counseling instead.
  • In other news....

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    Doctor PhibesD
    @taiwan_girl said: @doctor-phibes Very cool! Was this the same birds where the first set of eggs was eaten? Yes, they had a second set. I find watching them strangely compelling.
  • 89: Your challenge, if you choose to accept it…

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    @Klaus You are the winner!!
  • Shithole countries

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    bachophileB
    @taiwan_girl said: @Andrea-B said: It happens on public transportation in the US as well. I stepped in barf on an LA subway car. I think I still have PTSD from it. Los Angeles has a subway? Who knew.
  • Respect my wishes!

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    MikM
    Meh. then nobody shows up.
  • A judgmental map of Cincinnati

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    MikM
    Indiana pricing maybe? I don't know.
  • Interesting re MAGA for the post Trump era

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    jon-nycJ
    @Tom-K said: The Middle eastern neighbors are not unhappy with what Trump is doing. I think this was true until Tuesday night. He’s left them sorta fucked.
  • On the vast disparity of risk/benefit calculation between Trump and Bibi

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    bachophileB
    @jon-nyc as i said in the other thread, most people feel we r fucked
  • The Iran War (was Nuclear Program) thread

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    bachophileB
    either way, alot of people here feel we r really fucked. unless he really does manage to talk the iranians into handing over the enriched unranium
  • Hay Jodi!

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    In Belgium we have this comics series called 'Blauwbloezen' (blue coats). The story line s about the civil war in the US. One of the main characters has a horse that instantly drops when someone calls 'Attack'.
  • Mildly interesting

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    AxtremusA
    Didn't know that before and not exactly surprised. Apparently there are multiple bands named "Beethoven", including https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camper_Van_Beethoven
  • A Few Questions For My Liberal Friends…

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    MikM
    Yeah, Trump is the symptom more than the problem. Warren's plan sounds a lot like central planning to me.
  • Artemis Launch…

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  • Funny Pics

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  • 22,580 synchronized airborne drones set new world record

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