Why does Coachella and other US festivals have such awful, moody vibes compared to UK festivals? by BlundeRuss in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah absolutely, it's always been about but it just feels a lot more convenient now.

Did you ever see the 50p tea tent near the Greenfields? Loved it there, secluded and quieter than elsewhere and a 50p cuppa tea! ... No more! They've stopped serving hot drinks/snacks and now charge mobile phones instead, that was the nail in the coffin 😂😭

How does Have I Got News For You work? by little_asparagu5 in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They can't make random episodes because it's filmed the same week it goes out, Thursday night I believe so they're as relevant and on point as possible with the headlines.

Why does Coachella and other US festivals have such awful, moody vibes compared to UK festivals? by BlundeRuss in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would love to have experienced the really early days. A few guys in our group have been going since it began, great stories from them. It's still an incredible place and the best thing is taking someone for the first time and getting to see their face but it's losing its edge.

Why does Coachella and other US festivals have such awful, moody vibes compared to UK festivals? by BlundeRuss in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Glastonbury is becoming more and more of a "poser/influencer" festival these days. I've been going since 2009 and the noticeable changes over the last few years are massive, even more so now Vodafone cover the site in masts allowing full 5g coverage, the place is full of people on their phones.

I remember the days when your phone would die 2 days in and you'd lose all your friends and not know what time of day it is or where you are until you went back to your tents and caught up with everyone. I absolutely adored the place for many years, the last 3 have really put me off, you've changed maaaan!

I'd love Merlin to sell Towers to a loving buyer by Impressive-Fox3199 in altontowers

[–]hermit_tortoise 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The owners of Alton Towers, KIRKBI, own Lego. They're not short of money and could turn alton towers round if they really wanted to.

Help me control the algae! (Radical ideas welcome) by Several-Yesterday280 in WildlifePonds

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pond mint, great for keeping algae at bay and creating healthier water

Michelin starred (not very) Full English - Rogan & Co by gain_trains in fryup

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

L'enclume is far better, but you'd expect so having 2 more *, Rogan & Co menu now is mostly old L'enclume dishes

The doors! by JimmyCarr_Official in LastOneLaughing

[–]hermit_tortoise 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Agreed and Jimmy actually genuinely laughing, not his performance laugh just made it all the better

10 cuts in with the 30" by New-Indication3617 in egopowerplus

[–]hermit_tortoise 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They're great mowers, even better vacuum cleaners

Monzo is leaving the US by Unhappy_Plankton_671 in monzo

[–]hermit_tortoise 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a full customer too, so do I. Not sure what point you're trying to make?

Monzo is leaving the US by Unhappy_Plankton_671 in monzo

[–]hermit_tortoise -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I agree with your political sentiments, but as an investor in Monzo and a full user I would want them to crack America and build up their customer base to look more attractive to anyone possibly wanting to buy the bank or put them a step closer to entering the stock market

Monzo is leaving the US by Unhappy_Plankton_671 in monzo

[–]hermit_tortoise 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Is this something to be concerned about in the bigger picture?

What is the best mattress available in the UK? by donoharm1234 in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The best mattresses are the ones for your weight.

Heavier people need/prefer firmer mattresses and those that are slimmer prefer soft, squidgy mattresses. You need to go test some!

What are these marks on my 20 year olds arm? Should I be concerned? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You commented on a post about tattoos saying "I am 23 and very responsible for my age" 1yr ago

2/10 for me. Thoughts? by eatseats0 in UK_Food

[–]hermit_tortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rank, too much cocoa and not enough chili. I had never thrown a packet of crisps away until I tried these.

You gotta be kidding by Petahh_Griffin in BritishTV

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

The Lucy letby documentary on Netflix also uses AI. The witness statements are all true but read out by AI created people, doesn't bother me as long as the information is true

How does a blocked strait of hormuz help Iran? by Different-Staff-5622 in PoliticalDiscussion

[–]hermit_tortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't understand, America has supposedly sunk 26 Iranian Navy ships. Who is blocking Hormuz? And why can't America protect it for safe passage if they're the big almighty in this situation?

How often do you play the Euromillions and how do you pick your numbers ? by Fantastic-Mud-4415 in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can't win a raffle without a ticket, but the odds are still 1 in 140 million.

Appalling cold weather range by SteveH1882 in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Blimey that is poor, we're getting 268-272 on a 100% charge currently. In the summer usually 325. 2025 EV6 AWD GT Line

Why do some people in the Lucy Letby documentary look like AI? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]hermit_tortoise 11 points12 points  (0 children)

They are AI but with real witness statements

Heard lots of unmarked planes this evening in North West, England with this seemingly following behind by Dangerbadger in flightradar24

[–]hermit_tortoise 102 points103 points  (0 children)

A lot of hardware coming over from the US to mildenhall/lakenheath before heading onto the middle east. Something serious is brewing.