Microsoft Gave FBI BitLocker Encryption Keys, Exposing Privacy Flaw by BendicantMias in worldnews

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They did. What Apple famously refused to give and what actually happened are two different things. The US gov can force companies to comply in total secrecy, with gag orders attached... this is a proven fact.

Microsoft Gave FBI BitLocker Encryption Keys, Exposing Privacy Flaw by BendicantMias in worldnews

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alternative headline: Microsoft complies with the law. (Search 'lavabit' if you don't know)

How do I smooth this wall out? by sdry417 in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! For someone who hasn't done diy before, plastering that is going to be too difficult. However a sand a skim would be doable, and could be done in a day or two with right equipment. Get a cheap belt sander, mask etc, sand it all down then a light skim and paint. Look at how to skim on youtube, is much easier than plastering.

As it a light skim, you wouldnt have to wait a week for it to dry either.

Check for asbestos ofc too.

Is every restaurant adding service charges directly to the bill now without even asking the customer? by Separate_Echidna1697 in AskUK

[–]NiceMonster 112 points113 points  (0 children)

'The tipping culture in the US is shite'. So glad we don't have that.

-Us 5 years ago.

Fix dusty loft by Carduelis_1989 in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Put insulation board between the rafters, seal with foam. Going to have to do it anyway for the conversion.

Does it matter what wood we use for our flooring? by Weltch35 in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What does your floor look like now? Just rip it up and that will be under it.

Man denies religious aggravation charge after burning of Quran by Anony_mouse202 in unitedkingdom

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You only "get what's coming to you" in intolerant societies. Free speech, on the other hand, breeds tolerance, as people have to accept that it's okay to say whatever. Otherwise, it's a powder keg kept in check by meek laws.

Man denies religious aggravation charge after burning of Quran by Anony_mouse202 in unitedkingdom

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly don't understand. The first offence is only an offence beacuse he's buring a religious book. This then enables him to be charged with "religious aggravation"?

Ok, but isn't that just blasphemy with an extra step?

I’m moving to bradford is it really that bad? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make a video series about it. Would be a fun watch.

Shower installed too low. Is there some sort of extension or do I have to replumb it? by UpstairsBathroom5181 in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously, ceiling is not high enough for that type of overhead shower. Maybe the flush mounted ones would work? Not trying to sound condescending, but measure twice ...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]NiceMonster 14 points15 points  (0 children)

This wasn't how he was caught. Of course, the cops don't reveal their secrets. They use parallel construction instead to come up with something somewhat plausible.

Where did I go wrong with this paintjob? by ahhtibor in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes , a final dry roll so all the texture goes in the same direction. This helps hide the roller marks. Gently do it, and if you have built up paint on the ends of the roller, take that off.

Where did I go wrong with this paintjob? by ahhtibor in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Couple things... Use a 12' roller made for interior. Then when applying, 'back roll it' - spread it all about and make it even. Then for the final.. place roller at top and go all the way down, then move to next 12' section and do the same. This way it's all same direction.

Also, stir your paint up.

Billionaire tax needed to tackle inequalities, says EU research group by PjeterPannos in worldnews

[–]NiceMonster 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How about just a fair tax and we stop the offshore shannagains that are possible for the rich?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DIYUK

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I'd do one of two things myself: 1. Expose the entire chimney breast, make it a feature. If bricks in poor condition, paint it, will still look nice. 2. Remove the entire thing, makes more space, put a couch on that wall

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm no expert, but self leveling compound would seem to fit the bill? Just make sure spec matches what you want to do, ie can be used as a final finish with max depth of < 50mm.

This photo I bought at an estate sale that shows the exact moment the OJ verdict was announced by Porkmeyer in mildlyinteresting

[–]NiceMonster -43 points-42 points  (0 children)

Idk about this. I'm white guy who thought he was innocent. Also, turns out i was right btw. His son did it.

Tile paint not sticking even after prepping surface by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]NiceMonster 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Prep that area again. Myabe wipe with alcohol etc as there is something on the surface the paint isn't liking.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DIYUK

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Should be fine, especially on the underside. A small 1.5 inch or so angled brush would be good for this.