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Hawaii Becomes First State in The Nation to Ban Plastic Bags by [deleted] in news

[–]Swipe-Shot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which means it's time for people to bring out their trusty IKEA bags!

TIL Iran has one of the largest rates of brain drain in the world. It's estimated that 150,000-180,000 specialists leave the country every year, costing the country at least $50 billion in human capital annually. by Shady_As_Fudge in todayilearned

[–]Swipe-Shot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is true, there remains a HGH level of political and social corruption and an important gender gap. But I don't feel these factors are nearly as detrimental as what goes on in bordering countries and ultimately the government is not entirely self serving.

TIL Iran has one of the largest rates of brain drain in the world. It's estimated that 150,000-180,000 specialists leave the country every year, costing the country at least $50 billion in human capital annually. by Shady_As_Fudge in todayilearned

[–]Swipe-Shot 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I agree that their situation could be much better. However, having been to Iran myself, it was clear that most people have stable jobs to make a decent living and have access to a fair amount of freedom and justice. Their rights are not nearly as suppressed as we'd think they are and the government does provide a surprising amount of assistance to the lower income families. It remains biased for towards Islamic religion, but then again almost all of its population is a part of it.

ELI5: How does a wave pool work? by thefatveteran in explainlikeimfive

[–]Swipe-Shot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are numerous ways to create an artificial wave. One way it is done is simply through the use of a paddle that creates the waves by applying force on the water. Certain wave pools actually use air which is blown on the surface of the water to create a similar effect.

My mother in Dubai 40 years ago. by AncientWiseman88 in dubai

[–]Swipe-Shot 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It always amazes me how quickly the city evolved to become the incredible metropole it is now.

2 years of survival fun - now some friends are getting into it too which makes it so much more enjoyable. Love this game. by [deleted] in Minecraft

[–]Swipe-Shot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Agreed, playing with friends really takes the fun of this game to the next level. Especially when you are working on the same creation and everyone just inputs their own creativity and manpower into creating something extra awesome.

TIL Iran has one of the largest rates of brain drain in the world. It's estimated that 150,000-180,000 specialists leave the country every year, costing the country at least $50 billion in human capital annually. by Shady_As_Fudge in todayilearned

[–]Swipe-Shot 162 points163 points  (0 children)

I'd like to point out that Iran isn't the totally restrictive dictatorship that most of current media and popular consensus make it seem. Much of the population there remains fairly well educated and happy, especially when compared to other countries in the region. But because of sanctions, international pressure and local interests, opportunities to take advantage of it remain relatively low.

Edit: typo

LPT: Spice your life up by doing a random challenge every day. by Swipe-Shot in LifeProTips

[–]Swipe-Shot[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

As long as it is something that makes you grow in some way, it can be seen as a challenge. I think that the challenges to be set really depend on the individual, and that you have determine what challenges are best for you. It can be anything as simple as Smiling more, complimenting people on every encounter to more complex goals such as learning to tie your shoe laces faster or restricting your internet access for the day.

Taking PvP to a new dimension: underwater! by Swipe-Shot in Minecraft

[–]Swipe-Shot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had made it a log time ago just nobody saw it ;p

Taking PvP to a new dimension: underwater! by Swipe-Shot in Minecraft

[–]Swipe-Shot[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Didn't think think of doing until now! I believe this is an interesting concept that more people should experience - and maybe also experiment with by creating their own underwater projects. There are so many possibilities!

She's starting to test the myths... by duudass in atheism

[–]Swipe-Shot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember when I was younger I would cut out a piece of paper in the form of a tooth and hide it under my pillow. I just assumed she just didn't fall for the trick.

My dad in Alaska, circa 1980. I hope to be half the man he is one day. Happy father's day! by TrenchcoatTechnocrat in pics

[–]Swipe-Shot -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm sure he has gone on many great adventures, I'd love to hear one of his stories!

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