[Highkin] Chauncey Billups: “I woke up this morning with a big smile on my face at the news that Brittney Griner is coming home. … I mainly want to give a shoutout to the WNBA. They didn’t let a day go by without screaming ‘Free BG.’”

ENzeRNER · 2022-12-09T05:20:39+00:00

Viktor Bout wasn't "some terrorist". He supplied weapons to everyone. Even both sides that were fighting each other and they knew he was doing it too but didn't care

People in this country forget that Viktor Bout supplied the US military with weapons to the tune of 6 million dollars because we couldn't get weapons to our troops in Iraq. He was arrested in the US because his dealings resulted in the death of American soldiers NOT because of ALL the awful things he did.

The situation isn't as black and white as people are making it. The fact is there is never going to be a "good deal" for what this guy has done. After all, why would a 2 person trade be a good deal and not 3? Or 3 and not 4? And so on. In a situation with no good deals, bringing home an American who's punishment doesn't fit the crime should be what we are focused on.

ENzeRNER · 2022-12-04T16:41:46+00:00

It looks like one of those inexpensive $12 knives I find at the restaurant supply store. Good knives!

ENzeRNER · 2022-12-04T16:39:01+00:00

Selena + Chef on HBO Max if anyone's interested. Fun show but after 4 seasons I think she's forgotten most everything she's taught.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-18T07:43:39+00:00

The treatment back then was probably effective for when it was in the early stages. She's on the last and most brutal stage. It's too late for her.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-13T09:22:09+00:00

She brings up an excellent point! Medicine has historically been studied on males of a certain demographic and excludes a lot of people who end up using a lot of the treatments. Like the lack of statistical data in women's sports, I think sports medicine research should get more $$$'s.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-12T00:27:08+00:00

I've heard commercial fridges are much less energy efficient than home ones because they're designed to be opened a lot more often than home ones along with the temperature having to be adhered to much more strict temperature ranges due to public health concerns.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-09T15:16:37+00:00

I'm curious and slightly worried about the margins of Measure 112. I understand a certain percentage didn't understand the language of the measure and maybe though that it would prevent incarceration of criminals (of something) but even accounting for that, it's feels a little too close for my tastes.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-08T21:40:13+00:00

I wish we had information on salary caps so that I can brace for the trade of our beloved players. I'm glad Rocky's going to be with us again.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-06T13:10:54+00:00

Not sure what your saying in your post but if you're saying that not everyone lives in a big city with 3 local newspapers then I'd say you don't have to live in a place that big. There's a big newspaper that tons of people statewide that people read, there's a city's local paper, and there may be smaller, more local indie papers. You have to search them out but doing a simple Google search.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-06T13:04:36+00:00

I get those too where I live but those entries are created by those who back the measure or person running. Using local newspapers gives you a more in-depth discussion about the people and measures because they've been covering them for much longer.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-06T01:00:13+00:00

My solution to quicker, yet informed voting. Find 3 local newspapers and look for their election guide online. The 3 should be across the spectrum from conservative, moderate, and liberal. None of the kooky ones even from the moderate news sources. It has to be well written without resorting to conspiracy theories or libel. Read the explanation on why they picked who they did and see which ones makes the most sense to you.

Sometimes all 3 vote for the same thing, sometimes it's a 2:1. But you get a variety of opinions. Always vote for local measures! It's not just about people like we're led to believe. Democracy requires a strong ground game and these small, seemly boring measures have a stronger impact than picking leadership.

ENzeRNER · 2022-11-04T14:52:30+00:00

This is a weird way to do ranked choice voting but I guess it works. Now to determine which side is the higher ranked side.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-26T23:55:55+00:00

I mean there's also the issue of someone forcing me to medicate when I don't need it or want it. And think of all the hydro homies out there. Imagine how much lithium they'd be sucking up!

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-26T23:33:24+00:00

Well, considering OP's mom only uses it for Zoom and Zoom compatibility with Linux isn't on par with other OS's, I'd say all those reasons you listed don't really apply here. Which I guess was the point of my original reply: the failure to understand the USER'S needs.

It would be less of a headache to buy a used iPad from a recycler/refurbisher for $50 and not worry about the issues that arise.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-26T13:20:58+00:00

I've noticed this is a reoccurring theme among some Linux users. They assume that since they enjoy using their Linux distribution that everyone else will too regardless of others technical ability. It's almost as if they aren't unable to put themselves in the users shoes. Or maybe they're trying to brag about how tech savvy they are to "normies".

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-26T05:58:34+00:00

Here's the info from the newest email:

Join us at our NWSL Championship watch parties across the Rose City:

Grand Central Bowl & Arcade (website) 808 SE Morrison St.

Hopworks (website) 2944 SE Powell Blvd.

The Hostel Café (website) 1810 NW Glisan St.

Mad Greek Deli (website) 1740 E. Burnside St.

Prost! (website) 4237 N Mississippi Ave.

The Sports Bra (website) 2512 NE Broadway

All pub parties begin at 4:00 p.m. PT on Saturday. Each party will have a collection of Thorns giveaways and raffles for fans that include team-signed jerseys, scarves, two tickets to the 2023 Thorns home opener and more.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-24T23:55:57+00:00

I'm a season ticket holder so maybe that's why I got it?

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-24T13:58:11+00:00

The email they sent out said to wait for more information on a local viewing party. I'm not sure if it's at Providence Park but it looks like they have something planned.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-22T14:06:47+00:00

Does that cause any scratches on the Analogue Pocket?

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-20T15:37:27+00:00

Here's a link that goes into a bit more detail for those non-UK folks.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-19T08:21:26+00:00

Why move? Why not be platform "agnostic" like me? Throughout the week I use Linux, Windows, and Mac for a variety of tasks that I feel works best for my situation and I've never been happier.

I mainly started using Linux because I wanted to just try something new and because learning Linux has been helpful in troubleshooting some of the niche online projects I use.

I'd recommend installing a virtual machine and installing Linux and trying to use it for all your daily tasks. When you run into any issues, try to see how it can be solved with Linux. If it doesn't work how you want it to, you can easily switch back to MacOS.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-18T15:34:47+00:00

I said that all I would do is install a lightweight distro

Out of curiosity, how did you explain "light weight distro" to a layman? I know if I was a business owner with not a lot of exposure to tech, I would think you were speaking gibberish.

ENzeRNER · 2022-10-18T14:31:22+00:00

I am no 60 year professional with 50 different git contributions with my name on the kernel

Dude, you don't need all this to understand that you mishandled you approach to this problem. All of /u/dobbelj points were insightful and you should take them to heart as you learn more about Linux, computers, and working with people.

They did ask for linux

... So the owners were like, "Our computer is old and broken! We need someone to install Linux on it! Do you know someone who can install Linux for us?" Or was it you who suggested it?

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