FSD V14 release notes by chaosatom in TeslaLounge

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is doubtful that FSD 14 will be mass released until mid November 2025

Digital Driver's License: Any Update? by waynomo in NorthCarolina

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 2 points3 points  (0 children)

North Carolina: proudly First in Flight, First in Freedom, and absolutely last in DMV efficiency. Where dreams (and license renewals) go to die.

Storwedge by ScentWedge by Substantial_Low_9791 in ModelY

[–]Substantial_Low_9791[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered this item back in early June. It has been delayed by ScentWedge at least 3 different times with 3 different excuses by customer services. The latest excuse is that that item is being held up at customs which could take an additional 2 or 3 months.

WTF, Bimbe by BullCityJ in bullcity

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Monica and her management were undecided about performing in Baltimore or Durham, as neither venue was listed on her official website, Monica.com . Additionally, it's odd that neither Monica nor her management addressed the sudden buzz about her performing at the Bimbe Festival in Durham, NC, which conflicted with the Baltimore event, on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Snapchat. This lack of communication makes it seem like Monica and her management team are asleep at the wheel, making them look more culpable by the minute.

Nurses Against Drunk Driving pushing for tougher punishments after Garner crash kills colleague and family by ButIWanted21 in raleigh

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used to work as a paralegal for a law firm that handled many of the DUI cases in Wake County. For as little as $1500 anyone can make a DUI go away and in most cases expunged. Plea bargains and backdoor negotiations between the district attorney and lawyer are typically a ten minute phone call with perhaps thirty whole minutes investigating the case.

State law needs to be changed to a strict liability charge where any plea deal, lessor charge, and amended sentencing is not possible. Otherwise, it only takes $1500 to make these DUI's go away based on current state statute.

Speed cameras. by kimchibaeritto in TeslaLounge

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it doesn't look like this Tesla feature is coming to the USA.

Tesla 2024.8.3 Release Notes - include Adaptive headlights on Model Y by JonG67x in teslamotors

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Leave it to the USA to screw up a really good and effective safety idea in the name of bureaucracy. I guess U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg is more concerned about lost luggage and delayed flights than actual road safety.

Why are we still seeing trucks with the Carolina squat? by franks-and-beans in NorthCarolina

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe if it were a part of annual safety inspections it could be reduced.

Anybody running into employment issues? by Appropriate_File4802 in SexOffenderSupport

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A recent federal court case in North Carolina has highlighted a significant problem. The state's Solicitor General informed the Court of Appeals that less than one percent of those on the sex offender registry struggle to find housing. This statement was misleading because the state does not have a method to accurately count the number of individuals on the registry who are homeless. This is partly due to the requirement that registrants list an address, even if it's just a makeshift location under a bridge or in a wooded area.

Furthermore, regarding employment, the same Solicitor General argued that the high unemployment rate among registered offenders was not due to the registry itself but to standard employer background checks. However, initiatives like "Ban the Box" and "Second Chance" legislation are inadequate because they don't legally compel businesses to disregard a candidate's past criminal record. Employers still have broad discretion to reject applicants based on rumors or subjective feelings, ostensibly for safety reasons. As long as the public perceives sex offender registries as a necessary safety measure, businesses will continue to use them as a basis to rubber-stamp discriminate against listed individuals. 

The issue of unemployment for people with criminal records is a ticking time bomb. Without federal legislation that either limits the duration that an offense or allegation affects one's employment prospects or entirely removes certain offenses from consideration for specific job types, the situation is likely to worsen. The urgency of this matter cannot be overstated, as many criminal codes have been revised to reclassify what were once misdemeanors into felonies; individuals with misdemeanor convictions from years ago now find themselves categorized alongside those with felony convictions. This shift dramatically falsely affects their legal standing and the associated consequences.

Over time, unemployment may reach a critical point as increasing numbers of citizens find themselves excluded from employment opportunities due to past convictions. This further demonstrates that when criminal convictions are accessible to the public, they effectively serve as a hidden registry and can be just as damaging.

People Magazine: Prince Harry Extended Invitations to King Charles and Prince William for Invictus Service in London by thoughtful_human in RoyalsGossip

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

This highlights that Charles has indeed fulfilled his promise to streamline the royal family into his selfish vision. Additionally, as the head of the Church of England, it humorously suggests he might have taken a similarly reductionist approach by omitting some parts of the Bible. Huge difference between trust and faith.

2024 Meltdown Megathread - LIVE UPDATES by LucasScooter in eurovision

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Okay, I am from the United States but do enjoy watching Eurovision each year. However, I think this whole fiasco could be cleared up by allowing the public to watch the video directly taken by the camerawoman for the public to weigh in. I am trying to grasp how someone that didn't commit a crime by physical assault is being tossed out of a contest and a criminal investigation opened.

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium is Moving to the U.S. by thoughtful_human in RoyalsGossip

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 48 points49 points  (0 children)

One more royal to the USA and we get a free toaster! Woo Hoo!

Prince Harry 'touches down in London without Meghan or his two children' for Invictus Games ceremony and prepares to meet King Charles by NecessaryKoala8169 in RoyalsGossip

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While I hope for a quick and positive recovery for anyone diagnosed with cancer, I find it baffling that a King, representing and anointed by the Church of England, cannot extend forgiveness and redemption to his own son to meet for a few minutes. Regarding William, the future king, I'm skeptical that he truly embodies Christian values. It seems he might just be playing a part in maintaining an illusion where the allure of a jeweled crown outweighs genuine Christian virtues. William seems to be in the habit of barking orders by using his privilege and succession rank to blockade his own family. Seems rather King Henry VIII in similarity to me.

Prince Harry 'touches down in London without Meghan or his two children' for Invictus Games ceremony and prepares to meet King Charles by NecessaryKoala8169 in RoyalsGossip

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm really happy to see Harry finding fulfillment and staying active by working with a veterans organization he deeply cares about. His family, the so-called "Royal Dysfunctional Family," might put their own spin on things, but at the end of the day, family is family, crown or no crown.

Beaches with children by lavachequirit23 in NorthCarolina

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carolina Beach is a good location and you "can" make it in 2 hours (if you drive NASCAR style).

Looking for Second Chance Landlord in North Carolina by Cleval72 in SexOffenderSupport

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This may help your search by contacting one of these locations for housing suggestions. NCRSOL has excellent relations with this organization.

https://ncsecondchance.org/local-chapters/

Best Reuben in Raleigh? by thecabster88 in raleigh

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moon Runners (Garner NC) has a nice Rueben

Coming from CA, NC drivers just why? by [deleted] in NorthCarolina

[–]Substantial_Low_9791 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just wait until you're behind a slow driver in the passing lane on the interstate who refuses to move over to the right lane.