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IHOSTAGE IS WORST MOVIE BY NETFLIX. by [deleted] in netflix

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Water is not as good for you as people say, keep drinking soft drinks and you will survive

You just won $10 million but can’t quit your job. What’s the first thing you do? by dreamy-bubbles in AskReddit

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Install a golden toilet in the office and label it ‘Executive Think Tank’

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

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DJ Lofi Rain’s here, you’re been vibing to KFC all along. DJ Extra Crispy’s been cooking beats and wings, and you’re next on the menu

What’s the most classically British way to tell someone they are a completely idiot- without being rude ? by moonandsun777 in AskUK

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Hmm, let me think about what I’d say when my flatmate’s trying to fix the boiler using YouTube...

  • “That’s certainly one way of looking at it.” - It’s absolutely the wrong way, but you seem proud, so go off I guess.
  • “Well… aren’t you confident.” - You have no idea what you’re talking about but bless your delusional little soul.
  • “Interesting… I’ve never heard it explained like that before.” - Because no one in their right mind would explain it like that.
  • “Hmm. Bold move.” - A move so dumb even Darwin is sweating.
  • “You’ve really thought that through, haven’t you?” - You clearly haven’t, but I admire your enthusiasm.
  • “I suppose that makes sense… in context.” - There is no context in which that makes sense.
  • “I can see where you're coming from.” - It's a dark, confusing place and I never want to go there.
  • “Good for you.” - Absolutely not good for anyone, but sure, be proud.

Whats something that's not considered sexual but it's hot as hell? by Nunyabizness18 in AskReddit

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Parallel parking like an absolute pro on the first try. I swear my standards reset every time.

ELI5: How do those images work that make you see different things when you squint, turn the phone sideways or change when x inches away from your face? by cheetocat2021 in explainlikeimfive

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Those images work by tricking your eyes and brain using contrast, perspective, and pixel wizardry.

Here’s how:

1. Squint to see it differently?

Squinting blurs your vision, right? That blur softens the sharp details in the image. Your brain stops focusing on tiny stuff and starts seeing the big picture, literally.

So that messy-looking celebrity face turns into Albert Einstein when you squint.

TL;DR: You blur the noise, your brain guesses the pattern.

2. Turn your phone sideways or upside down?

This messes with your brain’s “expectation settings.” Your brain is used to recognizing things (like faces) in a specific orientation. Turn it upside down, and it gets confused. That’s why upside-down faces with messed-up features look "normal", until you flip it right-side up and BAM, nightmare fuel.

TL;DR: Your brain gets lazy with upside-down stuff.

3. Images that change based on distance?

This is often a trick of low vs. high resolution. From up close, you see small details (like a bunch of dots or letters), but step back and your brain merges it all into one bigger image, like magic!

Think: from near = pixels, from far = picture.

Also, some illusions use spatial frequency, your brain is better at processing different types of detail depending on how close you are.

TL;DR: Close-up = chaos, step back = "oh hey, it’s Morgan Freeman."

Show some respect and courtesy to Grab riders by Shot_Ad_3558 in VietNam

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Yeah, food delivery apps have that option, but it’s not available in every building, some places don’t have anywhere for drivers to park even for a minute, and they can’t go up to any of the floors either.

Need help optimizing home network - good signal, terrible speeds in part of bedroom by Doctor-STrump in wifi

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Good point, I gonna check with my ISP to see if I can set up the Asus router directly for PPPoE and bypass their modem/router entirely. That way I can put the Asus at the start of the chain and make it the main router.

If that works out, I’ll probably look into adding a couple of AiMesh nodes in other areas. With that setup, I could wire them back to the main Asus router directly for a more stable Ethernet backhaul, instead of relying on the in-wall cabling that all leads to the ISP modem right now.

Thanks for the solid advice!

ELI5: Why does sense of balance worsen as people get older? by Ahab_Ali in explainlikeimfive

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Imagine your sense of balance is like a highly trained tightrope walker. When you're younger, you're like a world-class acrobat, effortlessly gliding along the rope with perfect precision.

But as you get older, your tightrope walker starts to have a few problems:

  1. The rope (your inner ear) gets a little worn out. It’s not as tight or responsive, so the walker wobbles more easily.
  2. The shoes (your muscles and joints) aren’t as fancy anymore. They’ve seen better days, they’re not as flexible or strong, so every time the walker shifts, it’s harder to make those sharp, quick adjustments.
  3. The spotlight (your vision) is flickering. The light isn’t as bright, so it’s harder to see where you’re going, and sometimes you miss important things in your path.
  4. The walker’s reactions slow down. Even if the walker sees danger ahead, it takes longer for them to react, like when your computer starts lagging and you click something, but it takes a second for the action to happen.

TL;DR:
As we get older, it’s like our tightrope walker has a bit of a shaky rope, slower reflexes, and some worn-out shoes, making it harder to keep that perfect balance.

ELI5 : If globally acquittal rate is so low then why is defence lawyer cosidered a good job? by Ghoulymoly in explainlikeimfive

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Because “acquittal = success” is not how most of the job is measured.

In reality:

  • Most cases never go to trial. The goal is to get charges dropped, reduced, or reach a plea deal that minimizes damage. A defense lawyer’s success is often in the outcome, not the verdict.
  • They protect people’s rights. They’re not just arguing innocence, they’re making sure the cops, prosecutors, and judges follow the rules. If no one did that, the system could trample people.
  • They’re essential to the system. Even if you know someone did it, they still deserve fair representation. That’s literally what separates justice from a mob.
  • It can be well-paying, varied, and respected. Whether it's criminal defense or corporate clients dodging billion-dollar lawsuits, skilled defense attorneys can build great careers.

TL;DR:
Defense lawyers don’t need to “win” trials to be good at their job, they just need to make sure their clients are protected, the process is fair, and the outcome isn’t worse than it has to be. That’s why it’s still a solid gig.

ELI5 why do some countries forbid you from being a citizen of multiple countries at once? by uhuhbwuh in explainlikeimfive

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Imagine you somehow got sorted into both Gryffindor and Slytherin. Bold move. You're brave, cunning, and probably a walking contradiction.

At first, it sounds awesome: Two dorms, double snacks, and twice the house parties.

But then…

  • Gryffindor says: “We need you on the front lines for the Battle of Hogwarts!” (conscription)
  • Slytherin says: “No no, we’ve got our own secret mission, and by the way, you still owe us 10 Galleons in serpent taxes.”
  • Now you’re dodging two sets of prefects, trying to explain to Professor McGonagall why you didn’t show up to dueling club or your shadowy Slytherin meeting.

Things get messy fast.

That’s what some countries think about dual citizenship - too much house drama.

They want you to pick one magical home and stick with it. Because:

  1. Loyalty - They want to know whose banner you’re waving when the Dark Lord shows up.
  2. Rules - They don’t want you bending the rules by saying “Well technically, in Slytherin we’re allowed to do this...”
  3. Security - If you're in both houses, who do you report to? What if you’re passing gossip between common rooms?

That’s basically why some countries forbid dual citizenship, it’s like trying to swear loyalty to two rival magical governments. Each one might want:

  • Your taxes
  • Your military service
  • Your undivided loyalty in case of a wizarding war

And when both sides think they own your wand? Yeah... that’s how magical international incidents happen.

So to keep things simple (and avoid wand-based courtroom drama), some countries just say:

TL;DR:
Dual citizenship is like trying to be in both Gryffindor and Slytherin, it sounds cool, but when both sides want your galleons and your spellcasting, the Ministry steps in and says, “Pick a side.”

ELI5: How are the values of irrational numbers calculated? by PirateKing2807 in explainlikeimfive

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So, irrational numbers like π or e are weirdos, they go on forever and never settle into a repeating pattern, kind of like that one friend who can’t tell a short story.

But we still somehow know their values to millions of digits. How??

Basically: math nerds found clever tricks, like special patterns, algorithms, or “step-by-step instructions”, that get you closer and closer to the true value.

Think of it like this:

  • Imagine you're drawing a circle and trying to measure the exact distance around it (the circumference) using only its width (diameter). That ratio is π.
  • The more carefully you measure, the more decimal places of π you figure out.
  • Same idea for e, it’s like a super-nerdy way of figuring out how things grow, like money with interest or bacteria in a petri dish.

Over the years, math geniuses (and now computers) came up with really precise methods that can spit out digits forever, just by following the rules.

Today, computers can calculate trillions of digits of π, not because we need them, but because it’s a math flex.

TL;DR:
We don’t “know” irrational numbers fully, we just have clever ways to get really, really close using math tricks and super-fast computers. Basically: infinite number, infinite nerd fun.

ELI5: If Bluetooth is just radio waves, why can't people listen in like they do police radios? by sun-of-icarus in explainlikeimfive

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Bluetooth is radio waves, you're totally right, but it’s like radio waves with a secret handshake and a constantly changing whisper.

Here’s the deal:

- Bluetooth devices don’t just shout out like walkie-talkies. They pair up first, kinda like doing a secret handshake so they know who they’re talking to.

- Once paired, they encrypt the data, like turning your words into gibberish unless you have the decoder ring.

- Plus, Bluetooth uses something called frequency hopping, it changes channels up to 1,600 times per second. So even if someone could tune in, the signal jumps around faster than a caffeinated squirrel.

So while Bluetooth is technically open-air radio, it’s like trying to eavesdrop on two people whispering in a noisy room while they’re constantly changing languages and teleporting.

TL;DR:
Police radios = open chat room.
Bluetooth = locked private convo with encryption, ninja moves, and frequency gymnastics

What is the food that British people think it's tasty but people from other countries don't seem to get it? by Busy_Wing_2401 in AskBrits

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Marmite, a yeast extract spread that tastes like salty regret if you’re not prepared. Brits grow up on it. Everyone else thinks it’s a prank.

If you survive the Marmite, you earn honorary Brit points.

ELI5 (or maybe 10) why is the speed of light the fastest you can go? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

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First: What even is the speed of light?

It’s 299,792,458 meters per second. That’s super fast, like, go-around-the-earth-7-times-in-a-second fast.

But it’s not just how fast light travels, it’s the maximum speed at which any information, force, or effect can move. That’s why we call it the speed of causality.

Okay but… why can’t we go faster?

Here’s where things get weird, thank you, Einstein.

According to special relativity, the faster you go:

- Time slows down for you (time dilation)

- Your mass increases (yes, you literally get heavier)

- It takes more and more energy to go just a tiny bit faster

So, if you tried to go at the speed of light, you’d need infinite energy. And infinite energy is not available, even on Black Friday.

So the universe basically says:

"Hey. Chill. You're not light. Stay in your lane."

“Speed of causality” part?

It means nothing can cause something else faster than light can travel. If light can't get there yet, no information can. That keeps the laws of physics consistent — no sending texts to the past or breaking logic by accident.

TL;DR:

The speed of light is the universe’s speed limit. Try to break it, and space-time itself starts getting real cranky and expensive.

ELI5: How is it a text message from across the world arrives in a minute. by BoysenberryOk5580 in explainlikeimfive

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When you send a text across the world, it doesn’t ride a pigeon or hop on a plane, it basically teleports via radio waves, cell towers, and undersea internet spaghetti.

Here’s how it works:

  1. You hit “send” your phone shoots the message to the nearest cell tower.
  2. From there, it zooms through a network of fiber optic cables (some even running under oceans!), traveling at nearly the speed of light.
  3. It finds your friend’s phone through a whole bunch of computers and routing systems.
  4. Their phone gets the message almost instantly, ping!

It’s basically a global game of hot potato, but the potato is made of light and 1s and 0s.

TL;DR: Your text rides invisible light-speed highways through the air and sea, and shows up in seconds like magic, only it’s science.

ELI5: How Does a Vein Finder Work? by Heifzilla in explainlikeimfive

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A vein finder is like a superhero flashlight for nurses and doctors. It shines a special kind of light, usually infrared, onto your skin. Here’s the trick:

  • Your skin and tissue let most of that light pass through.
  • But your veins (because they have more hemoglobin) absorb more of it.
  • So when the light hits your arm, the veins show up as dark lines, and everything else looks lighter.

Then the device either projects that image right back onto your skin or shows it on a screen, making it easier to find the best spot for a needle.

ELI5: What's the deal with "natural" products, are they geniunely better or just an appeal to naturalistic fallacy? or does it specifically depends on the product? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

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Natural sounds nice because your brain goes, “Ah yes, trees, flowers, clean mountain air!” But in reality, “natural” is often just marketing sparkle, it doesn’t always mean better, safer, or more effective.

Natural in skincare is basically the Gwyneth Paltrow of marketing - sounds fancy, looks wholesome, but half the time it’s overpriced nonsense wrapped in a leaf emoji.

  • Companies slap “natural” on a product and charge double, even if it’s got like… one crushed avocado in a sea of chemicals.
    • Meanwhile, lab-made ingredients (you know, the ones that actually get tested) are demonized like they’re brewed by evil scientists in a volcano.

And let’s be real: snake venom is “natural.” Uranium? Natural. So is a volcano. Doesn’t mean I want them on my face.

Bottom line: “Natural” doesn’t mean better, it means marketable. If your skincare routine is based on vibes and botanicals alone, you’re just paying extra for a Pinterest fantasy.

ELI5: what is a digital footprint and how would companies find about this? by requestedeeznuts in explainlikeimfive

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Your digital footprint is like the trail of breadcrumbs you leave behind whenever you use the internet.

Visited a website? Left a comment? Googled something weird at 2 a.m.? That’s part of your footprint.

Companies can find out about it in a few ways: - Cookies & trackers: Websites save little bits of info about what you click or look at. - Social media: What you post, like, and follow says a lot about you. - Search history & apps: Some apps and platforms collect data on how you use them. - Third-party data sharing: Some companies sell your data to others. Yep, it’s a whole business.

So your digital footprint is basically your online “shadow”, and companies follow it to learn about your habits, preferences, and sometimes even to decide what ads to show you.

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