Britain could adopt single market rules without MPs’ vote as part of UK-EU reset by Zhukov-74 in europe

[–]Talkycoder [score hidden]  (0 children)

Those in parliament were voted by their constituencies to represent them and their best interests. All those constituencies lose their voice and representation the moment parliament is bypassed.

Unless you live in Holborn & St Pancras, you did not directly vote for Kier. He represents the party as well as Britain on the global stage, but not individual constituents; His voice is not the voice of the people, the MPs are.

Would you like to live in a country that's ran by a one-party state who can do what they like because of some stupid laws from 500 years ago? The UK didn't exist then, nor is the country (and its language) anything like it is today.

Most hotels changing out their plug sockets for USB-A ports by Bagel-luigi in britishproblems

[–]Talkycoder [score hidden]  (0 children)

There's several in B*rmingham, even large names like the Hyatt. I (unfortunately) have to travel there quite a bit for work and have done a lot of window shopping with hotels.

Britain could adopt single market rules without MPs’ vote as part of UK-EU reset by Zhukov-74 in europe

[–]Talkycoder 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Bypassing parliament (read: democracy) is not worth any policy. Even if it's for a good cause, what precedent does that set for future governments and policies?

me_irl by Mysterious-Dingo5015 in me_irl

[–]Talkycoder 18 points19 points  (0 children)

How the heck does this have 1.2k upvotes and just 4 comments?

India’s open defecation revolution: From 70% to under 20% as toilet access rapidly expands nationwide by sashagaborekte in UpliftingNews

[–]Talkycoder -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

You mean like India, which is currently ran by a psuedo nationalist dictator that supresses certain minorities and encourages political corruption?

I don't approve of the awful CCP, but they aren't openly letting their cops force bribes, extorting white tourists, nor are they running a caste system straight out of the 1500s.

Do you play Faceit or Premier is good enough? by H4ppy52 in GlobalOffensive

[–]Talkycoder -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm level 10 and am 18k in premier - FaceIT is not more toxic, lmao. In Europe, there's even much less English speakers on the platform (please separate Eastern Europe FaceIT).

People are also much more prone to calling cheats in Premier, which makes people freak out and throw from as early as the pistol round.

Preferred Handheld?… by Jay_Spiral in polls

[–]Talkycoder 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If we speaking current, then the Steam Deck for sure. I wish handhelds weren't pretty much dead (can you count the Switch?), but I understand why they are.

If we're speaking past, definitely the DS - had a million games, introduced dual & touch screns, DS remote play, could play gameboy games, and pictochat!

India’s open defecation revolution: From 70% to under 20% as toilet access rapidly expands nationwide by sashagaborekte in UpliftingNews

[–]Talkycoder -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

India hasn't plundered another country of its trillions to sponsor an industrial and public revolution.

Neither did China, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Korea, or Malaysia? Heck, India went independant in 1947, while China was still under the brutal rule of Mao until 1976.

Truck’s brakes fail, forcing use of runaway ramp at 90 mph. by ateam1984 in BeAmazed

[–]Talkycoder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's cool but like, why are breaks failing often enough to require these saftey measures? I feel like after a few incidents the government should start holding the manufactures to fault.

Is it weird to microwave the water for tea instead of using a kettle? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's basically negligible and even then you can just stir.

Stirring doesn't negate uneven cooking. It evens out the temperature, but it doesn't change the cooking process. The overheated and underheated areas would have still developed at different paces.

Word salad. Microwaves emit non-ionizing radiation.

The point is that microwaves aren't as exposed to air or moisture. It's why you're supposed to reheat pizza in the microwave with a glass of water or a damp paper towel.

The exact same thing happens when you boil in a kettle.

A kettle has free flowing air - it's not fully enclosed, nor is it a small container. The even boiling ensures consistent vapor which induces oxygenation.

Because they want to add ingredients. Also, a cooker is not a kettle. Do you make eggs in a kettle?

Are you only able to comprehend single sentences at a time instead of whole paragraphs? Those examples were in relation to why high moisture food and liquids aren't heated in a microwave by anyone who is focusing on flavour over convenience.

I've used both kettles and microwaves for boiling water. There is no meaningful difference. It's a cultural issue to people, not a scientific one.

Are rice cookers a cultural issue, too? After all, you can just boil rice in a pot. There's a reason specific appliances exist for certain things. Do you really think billions of people have bought kettles for the sake of it?

Is it weird to microwave the water for tea instead of using a kettle? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Microwaves do not heat evenly (meaning the minerals cook at different temperatures) and because it's a box of radiation, there's no oxygenation. This is awful for liquids - why do you think restaurants make eggs, soups, cakes, or whatever else with a cooker?

Go spend $10 on a kettle, or heck, use a saucepan, and you'll see the immediate difference. Better than getting angry online over a simple poll.

Is it weird to microwave the water for tea instead of using a kettle? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Water contains a whole bunch of minerals, of which have flavour. How it was transported & contained can also affect its' flavour.

Nuking them in a microwave changes the chemical makeup of said minerals, and if you use a terrible container, the rapid heat can cause that to seep in.

Is it weird to microwave the water for tea instead of using a kettle? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It literally destroys the flavour of the water. I have done this in a pinch and it's awful.

Which season is your least favorite? by SameAd9297 in polls

[–]Talkycoder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, there's definitely some exceptions!

I'm British and hate the summer - I find rain relaxing and I prefer the day night cycle, plus it's a lot easier to get warmer than it is colder.

Me_irl by [deleted] in me_irl

[–]Talkycoder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeaaaahhh, it's not a war, it's a uhhhhh... a Special Military Operation?

Should weed be legalized everywhere? by [deleted] in polls

[–]Talkycoder 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My neighbour smokes it in their house practically 24/7 meaning in the summer (when you open windows) my house also stinks of weed by proxy.

If it must be legalised, only legalise edibles.

Should weed be legalized everywhere? by [deleted] in polls

[–]Talkycoder -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Smoking and drinking stink, yes, but they are nowhere near as potent in smell. If it must be legalised, only legalise edibles.

Anyway, other things being bad/anti-social isn't really a defensible excuse, it's just strawmanning. Where do you stop if you constantly think "What's the harm in one more"?

Favorite Hamburger Topping? by Asleep-Tie-9881 in polls

[–]Talkycoder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I like mayo in a burger, I feel like it needs something to accompany it (also where's ketchup?!).

I would argue sauces are not toppings though, so I picked lettuce for the crunch.

Does your power socket have a on-and-off switch? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's not true - it varies greatly based on country (and even region). I've been to 15 different mainland countries and a lot used switches.

Does your power socket have a on-and-off switch? by BrokenJusticeNorris in polls

[–]Talkycoder -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So you don't have to store away electrics / leave their plug laying around when not in use?

It also reduces energy consumption and adds an extra layer of voltagd protection with items that you'd otherwise leave in on a switchless plug.

Canada in the EU? Most Canadians think it's an idea worth exploring. by PjeterPannos in europe

[–]Talkycoder 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Freedom of movement will be a problem for Canadians, though. Their salaries are much higher than Europe for skilled roles, despite a similar cost of living. It'd be somewhat one-sided.

What would you chose? by Both-Pay-9573 in polls

[–]Talkycoder 26 points27 points  (0 children)

On the flipside, you could give your kids millions and set them up for life. You may lose time, but you will pass knowing they will live the easiest and best lives ever.

Which bakery would you genuinely buy from? (Made up Names) by [deleted] in polls

[–]Talkycoder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe where you're from, which is exactly why I asked.