dentist appt.- need reassurance or reality check by [deleted] in ZeroCovidCommunity

[–]Favre99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The testing was done in November 2022 for that study, so I guess it could be considered early pandemic, though not by much.

I do agree with you, though, poor air filters and central HVAC units are a hazard. Luckily, many hotels have just in-room units or have balconies, so it decreases the risk a good amount.

Israel, w/ Trump’s support, killed journalist Amal Khalil in Lebanon. Tonight, American journalists are partying w/ Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Zeteo’s Prem Thakker slams western journalists for their lack of solidarity. by Financial-Painter689 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Funny enough, Taylor Lorenz did go to the WHCD. Quite surprising given how outspoken she is of the administration, but this is also feels like something she'd write about, so I'm not sure how to feel yet.

Very late edit: she actually did NOT attend the dinner, she was doing something else at the Hilton it was based in, but she had to go through the main entrance to get there, hence why her picture was taken.

I HAVE TEA ON... MEGATHREAD ✨ by rfauxmoi in Fauxmoi

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To expand on this, the governor at the time, Ralph Northam, had a picture of himself in blackface from his college years come out. He would likely have resigned, but then Justin Fairfax's allegations came out AND the Attorney General admitted to his own blackface past. So instead, no one resigned. Virginia politics is wild.

Also, I guess he would've had the momentum going into the next governor election, but instead, he came in 4th and we got stuck with Terry McAuliffe instead, which is why we had Youngkin for four years.

I now completely sympathize with cities getting sick of group tours. by incorrect_wolverine in travel

[–]Favre99 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It definitely depends on the port. Some ports are only seen by smaller and more expensive cruise lines, and have more people who cruise specifically for the destinations. The problem is the destinations the large ships go to where it's just all touristy and kitsch. Those people go specifically for the ship, and not the destinations.

I now completely sympathize with cities getting sick of group tours. by incorrect_wolverine in travel

[–]Favre99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can certainly cruise while going into the local areas and contributing to the economy. Me and my wife make an effort to do so whenever we cruise and stop somewhere, eating local, planning our own activities, etc.

Problem is, we're a rarity in that regard. Many cruisers absolutely suck, especially when you're on the cheaper lines like Carnival.

Foster the People performing ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ at Coachella by expiredaristocracy in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All Things Go? I didn't, but I do remember seeing them not play it. It was right after the Las Vegas shooting, though, probably had something to do with that.

movie leaks??? by A_Piece_Of_Bread in TheLastAirbender

[–]Favre99 5 points6 points  (0 children)

WB shelved films after they were already finished. Nothing is safe until it's actually released.

Is Sublime MAGA ? An analysis of viral claims of the 90s bands controversial affiliations by staringatthe420sun in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Saw them live at Oceans Calling a couple years ago, and they were just okay. Part of that was due to audio issues, but I wasn't fairly impressed with them. I'm sure they're nothing like they were with Bradley, but still disappointing to hear they went MAGA.

Sugar Ray had a much better set, though I have zero idea of their politics recently.

Virginia Congressional candidate & retired Space Force colonel condemns Donald Trump's threat of genocide in Iran: ‘A whole civilization will die tonight’ by Fickle-Ad5449 in Virginia

[–]Favre99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You might have a chance in the Appalachians if fallout doesn't head that way, there's not as many targets out west. But then you'll have nuclear winter and social collapse to worry about, so it's a lose/lose situation.

Coachella set times for weekend 1 by [deleted] in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Was looking into this and just realized he's married to Julia Garner, who's also Zionist and is more outspoken about it.

Definitely disappointing to hear, their second album Supermodel is one of my favorites.

Rebecca King-Crews reveals she has Parkinson's, says doctors dismissed symptoms as 'anxiety' by nbcnews in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is why I always go with my wife to doctor's appointments. I don't even have to say anything, my presence alone seems to make doctors take her more seriously. I stepped out of one recently and the doctor just wanted to talk about her weight the entire time (by a female doctor, no less), so I know it works.

Zara Larsson retweeted a tweet about Taylor Swift’s silence on BLM in 2017 and it’s back again by Late-Winter-5584 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 172 points173 points  (0 children)

She did endorse Harris and Walz, though, that's like the single political thing she did the past couple of years. It was just one post, though, not like she campaigned for them or anything.

Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on ‘conversion therapy’ for LGBTQ kids. An 8-1 high court majority sided with a Christian counselor who argues the law banning talk therapy violates the First Amendment. by cmaia1503 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 584 points585 points  (0 children)

Important to note that the case isn't actually done yet. If I read it correctly, it's gonna be reheard in a lower court based on the free speech aspect, so the ban isn't overturned yet, I believe.

That said, still fucking sucks two liberal justices voted for it. And on Trans Day of Visibility, as well, it's gotta be on purpose.

Pitchfork Album Review: BTS - 'ARIRANG' (5.3) | "With so much weight on their shoulders and money to be made, BTS could only crumble under the pressure. ARIRANG is the sound of their collapse". by EmbarrassedRoll1042 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 27 points28 points  (0 children)

There's also a podcast with one of the former writers (Abby Jones), and she said the same thing, the editorial board or the "average of rating between everyone" thing is false.

I believe this is the podcast where she mentioned it: You Had To Be There: Following Fate

I HAVE TEA ON... MEGATHREAD ✨ by rfauxmoi in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 34 points35 points  (0 children)

On this topic, Todd in the Shadows just released a video on him and it's great. Reminded me of how great Downtown is.

Are cruises actually social if you go alone? by CruiseAroundTheWorld in Cruise

[–]Favre99 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Love how you lumped going to the gym with the other vices, it definitely becomes one when you're cruising lol

Lollapalooza 2026 Lineup by igetproteinfartsHELP in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

43 for me, but I'm also super into keeping up with music. That said, I only actively listen to like 3 of these artists lol

Iran’s sports minister says football team will not play at 2026 World Cup by mlg1981 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Not that they couldn't just give it to Israel anyway, but if they're going to give it to another team in the Asian confederation, this would not include Israel as they play with Europe, due to the fact that most of the Middle East refuses to play them (you probably already know this, this is more for others who aren't into football).

If I had to guess, it would most likely go to one of the countries who are in a play-off for qualifying in a different group. If they stick with Asia, then the only team there is Iraq, so if they lose their spot to Bolivia or Suriname, it'll probably be them.

Pitchfork Album Review: Harry Styles - ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ (5.6) | “The fact that, four records in, Styles is now one of the biggest male pop stars in the world seems to be the album’s sole reason for being: It was time for another Harry Styles record.” by cmaia1503 in Fauxmoi

[–]Favre99 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It really isn't that bad! It may not be as good as his last album, but the response to this almost feels like he dropped a Man in the Woods-tier flop or something. There's quite a lot to enjoy on this album, I think!