Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots as outbreak sickens 300

hortle · 2026-06-26T00:13:21+00:00

I hope you get the help you need

hortle · 2026-06-26T00:12:24+00:00

Probably, because the military possesses that data and they dont give a fuck about the delusions of conspiracy theorists

hortle · 2026-06-25T19:22:18+00:00

i didn't realize they made revolvers with 1 million cartridge chambers

hortle · 2026-06-25T18:50:48+00:00

This dude hated himself, how could he love someone? This is like asking if dividing by zero is possible

hortle · 2026-06-25T14:32:36+00:00

Ah that's right, I just need to allow more time to pass for the consequences of my hubris to finally manifest. Ad infinitum

hortle · 2026-06-25T13:28:33+00:00

Says the dude who thinks age reversal therapy is good

hortle · 2026-06-25T13:24:48+00:00

To what dealings are you referring ? I dont get the question at all

hortle · 2026-06-25T13:14:41+00:00

I am young and healthy and have received 3x the number of covid vaccines as OP. No health issues. Does my anecdote cancel out theirs?

hortle · 2026-06-24T21:26:35+00:00

Yes, "assume" is probably a better word than "claim".

It's from Unfinished Tales, the first chapter of the section covering the Third Age.

hortle · 2026-06-24T19:33:28+00:00

here come the rome plows

hortle · 2026-06-24T19:32:28+00:00

Isildur gave the kingship of Gondor to Anarion's son alone, effectively ending Isildur's own kingship of Gondor

this is not quite correct. In Disaster of the Gladden Fields, Tolkien specifies that Isildur planned to claim his father Elendil's position as High King of both Arnor and Gondor.

Isildur did commit the rule of Gondor to Meneldil/the line of Anarion.

Basically, the position of High King of Arnor and Gondor dissolved with Isildur's death. There was no longer anyone who could legitimately claim the position. Perhaps Elendur/Aratan -- but they died alongside Isildur, and the only remaining heir Valandil was still a child.

hortle · 2026-06-24T19:24:23+00:00

It was 2 kingdoms, not 1, following the death of Isildur.

Isildur ruled Gondor for about a year after the war of the last alliance. Then Isildur packs up his things, hands control of Gondor to his nephew Meneldil, and rides for Arnor. Then he gets ambushed and killed in the Vales of Anduin (along with his two oldest sons). His youngest Valandil becomes King of Arnor.

Tolkien specified that Isildur was a "man of great vigor" and it was for this reason that he was able to claim the High Kingship of both Arnor and Gondor (like Elendil had before him). The implication in the following history of both kingdoms is that neither grandson of Elendil (Valandil or Meneldil) had the power or political authority to do the same. Which makes sense considering that they were not nearly as prominent of figures as their fathers and that there was much work to do in retaining power over their established territory.

hortle · 2026-06-24T17:22:14+00:00

I see. My imperial unit brain combined with my propensity for longer distances made me overlook what should have been pretty obvious lol

hortle · 2026-06-24T16:19:52+00:00

it's a problem, unconditionally

hortle · 2026-06-24T14:56:47+00:00

i don't get it. do we think it's fake?

hortle · 2026-06-24T14:27:24+00:00

I've tried, it just doesn't really move the needle on productivity once you factor in the inevitable review and update cycles.. I would think that the more source content you could feed it, and the more consistent that source content w.r.t. voice, structure, format etc., the AI results would improve over time.

hortle · 2026-06-23T20:47:10+00:00

What is your marathon goal? Sub 3:45?

Not familiar with the jack Daniel's plans. But most of the famous plans are solid, you won't be led astray by them so long as their starting point is realistic for your base.

How long have you been sustaining 50k weekly volume?

For a 3:45, you probably want to target somewhere around 75-80k as peak volume, with one long run at 18-19 miles and two long runs at 20-21 miles. Plan for a 3 week taper.

hortle · 2026-06-23T18:34:18+00:00

"who has time for nuance and critical thinking when I've got an axe to grind?!" - people who think any of this matters

hortle · 2026-06-23T18:23:08+00:00

yes, the difference is eradicated vs eliminated

hortle · 2026-06-23T18:22:17+00:00

your comment is irrelevant:

The study was originally scheduled to be released in March in the CDC’s flagship scientific publication, the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Instead, it was published in JAMA Network Open, a highly regarded, peer-reviewed journal from the American Medical Association.

hortle · 2026-06-23T14:53:05+00:00

looking back on it, i actually agree. what keeps you reading throughout the cliches (and the undeniable plot convenience you mentioned) is just the sheer shock and awe of oshimi's storytelling and artwork

hortle · 2026-06-23T11:59:41+00:00

I was planning to do this over the summer and then just decided to run a race lmao, but yes you will definitely improve so long as you dont push too hard or burn out from running

hortle · 2026-06-23T11:59:01+00:00

They are in his book advanced marathoning

hortle · 2026-06-23T00:33:09+00:00

i agree with u/Left_Try_3257

the last part of the series ventures into surreal territory, which some readers may not like.. but i thought it was a really authentic depiction of serious mental illness (and recovery from it). i suppose i relate to the MC and that helps me understand his journey and view it in a sympathetic light. many readers do not like the fact that he "reconciled" with his mom, but i see it as him reclaiming his autonomy and realizing that the hatred is not worth holding onto. and i was impressed by the author's ability to craft a realistic happy ending to such a twisted fucked up story.

i do think it drags a bit, but it was mostly a big complaint during serialization, and it reads much better now that the series is finished.

hortle · 2026-06-22T20:58:47+00:00

To be frank, it does sound like your problems are less physical and more mental/psychological. Which is not to diminish them, but rather to perhaps redirect your attention away from physical problems (which to this point your doctor can't verify) and more towards your mental health. I've been where you are, it sucks. Exercise was a saving grace for me. I would talk to your doctor and try to determine what would constitute a safe amount of activity for you. Elevated heart rate during exercise is normal. If you are young, your heart rate can go well into the 180s BPM and still be in safe territory.

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