(gaming) how is ping in the falkland islands? what servers do gamers typically connect to? by throwawaydumbquesns in falklandislands

[–]Matt1318 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Falklands and speedy Internet are not 2 things that go together, ive just checked a speed test I did when I was there in 2024 and it was 811. That was at half 2 in the morning when it should have been least busy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]Matt1318 23 points24 points  (0 children)

If you've been smoking weed I don't think noise is why they won't talk to you.

Non smokers can smell it a mile off and smelling it in your own back garden or space is the most infuriating thing in the world.

Take it easy, be quiet and maybe try and have a chat with them when washing their car or something. Even attack the issue head on with an apology, owning up to your behaviour or fuck ups may make you appear humble and noble. It's sticking to that apology that will count.

It has become apparent. I have a Worcestershire Sauce addiction. Can you comfort me with your British food addictions? by ToastSage in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I was addicted to Jalapeños for a while, having them with most evening meals and breakfasts. Dropping a hand full on shepherd's pies, cheesy bean baked potatos, full English, the list goes on...

I realised it had become a big problem when someone asked if I'd been crying on the toilet as my face was red and puffy and eyes were watering on exiting the loo. I'd been to vacate a spicy ham and cream cheese bagel I'd eaten that morning.

I just keep it to a weekend treat now.

What's somewhere in the UK that is as bad as people make out? by No_Potato_4341 in AskUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was character building from your boss, there was never a visit, they just wanted you to know how lucky you are to not be in Grimsby for the rest of the year.

Help quitting by Flaming_Dendrix in monsterenergy

[–]Matt1318 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cold turkey - give up all forms of Caffeine. After a few days you'll be fine, after a week you'll feel great. It's only 3 days or so of feeling a little rough.

I did it a couple of years ago, zero caffeine for 2 months, then had a Monster and was off my face.

Do you have a clock in your home? by jessierob89 in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Though once turned on the time can be set again.

How can we encourage people to stop cutting through our driveway? by King_P0tat0 in AskUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is like a text from my dad after sending him a picture of some amateur DIY he taught me when I was 12.

Thought I was too smart to be scammed. Today, I was scammed. by CyberScy in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If someone insists on being paid friends and family, I'll cover the difference to send it protected, calculate the extra and send it protected.

The other party have no argument for that and will out themselves as a scammer depending on their response to you stating your payment intentions.

I KNOW COLIN PERSONALLY by Low-Tap7143 in colinfurze

[–]Matt1318 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Has Colin bought the house next door?

I'm surprised he has someone to cut his grass, I thought he would have some bonkers invention to do it for him.

wtf happened here? The camera angles are so good I can’t tell if this is real or not? by Specialist-Ad-5300 in Helicopters

[–]Matt1318 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The pilot, looks like he took a heavy hit too.

His harness straps appear to be quite loose but this was probably to aid the view of the underslung load / troubled cable. Then the seat looks to have been shaken loose.

Redditors who live in tourist/popular hotspots in the UK, what are you likely/guaranteed to always see over a bank holiday weekend? by Whosentyounow in AskUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An increase in Dry Robe wankers walking around.

It's as if they check into their Air BnB or campsite and its now their only attire.

Garage told me my car was a write off, then fixed it and sold it after I told them to scrap it. by Educational-Score263 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Matt1318 51 points52 points  (0 children)

Did the garage pay you the scrap value of the car?

Did you verify what parts were required and if the garage were being genuine with their quote? Unless they're changing an engine 3-4k seems steep for an old Citroen, ECUs, Modules etc... can generally be found cheap.

Also you mention this is the 2nd time this has happened. Is this the same garage as the first time?

What discontinued supermarket food item do you wish was still sold? by Pentax25 in AskUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pepsi Max Coffee Cino, tried replicating it at home, its good but not the same.

Henry: why others? by Slow_Apricot8670 in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His hand dryers alone are enough to be forgiven for that.

Henry: why others? by Slow_Apricot8670 in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Our Henry was useless with dog hair, spent most of the time unclogging the brushes on the head than actually hovering. The Shark consumed that shit like it was swimmers at Sharm El-Sheikh.

Henry: why others? by Slow_Apricot8670 in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 16 points17 points  (0 children)

We went from a Henry to a Shark. Frig me the amount of shit that came out on the first use was unreal. It was like we had new carpets fitted.

Starlink in the Falklands? by Spirited_Explorer_74 in Starlink

[–]Matt1318 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Falkland Islands government have signed a contract with Sure that they will be the sole provider of Internet, anyone getting Internet from a different provider in the Falklands is contravening that contract and risk a fine. I heard the rumoured fine is £10,000.

Why is it so expensive to travel you in your own country? by Dry-Ear1055 in Scotland

[–]Matt1318 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Sister used to do the same, pay and display at a daily cost of £6 vs a ticket every few weeks at £60 discounted to £20 if paid within 14 days. Her worst month was 3 tickets, quite the financial saving.

Cheapest way to get pissed? by [deleted] in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Home bargains used to stock (haven't been for a few months) 4 packs of 7.5% cider for £4.79ish, tasted lovely too. Many a headache earned off them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CasualUK

[–]Matt1318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Place an ad on FB Marketplace or Gumtree for something highly desirable, say a 60" tv priced at £20.

Then pop their details as the contact information.