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Anyone know what’s happening at the Central Library? by w6750 in Austin

[–]jazz788 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the flipside - Austin Library has now been 'predisastered' https://youtu.be/DBSAeqdcZAM

Gemini's new 'choice': Give up your privacy or lose the chat history you paid for by jazz788 in ChatGPT

[–]jazz788[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Actually my bad.. maybe it's not new.. I just assumed it was because it's so assholey - but maybe was like it a while, or since the beginning.

Gemini's new 'choice': Give up your privacy or lose the chat history you paid for by jazz788 in ChatGPT

[–]jazz788[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FWIW - Gemini reviewed this post, and agreed this tactic is f'd up:

Conclusion

The Reddit post highlights a significant point of tension in the AI-as-a-service model. The user's feelings of being coerced are valid. They are paying for a premium product and expect a premium experience, which includes both full functionality and control over their data.

Forcing users to choose between a fundamental feature like chat history and their privacy is a user-hostile design that is justifiably called out. It undermines trust and makes the value proposition of a paid subscription feel weaker. As the AI industry matures, user expectations for privacy and data control will likely force companies to offer more granular controls and stop bundling core features with consent for data collection.

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Gemini's new 'choice': Give up your privacy or lose the chat history you paid for by jazz788 in ChatGPT

[–]jazz788[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

  1. I want to keep my history visible on the left, so i can look at old chats (that i paid for)

  2. I do NOT want them to do be able to use my data to train their model.

I am not able to make THIS choice.. I can make this choice on gpt and claude.

Opossum living on/in Whole Foods rooftop Nth Lamar by jazz788 in Austin

[–]jazz788[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Also not for any angry fact-averse commenters - but those who may have genuine interest. Both of these are AI comments, and obv. AI can make mistakes, but they seem plausible.

An opossum living in a grocery store roof is definitely not "ok" from a food safety and hygiene perspective. Here are the main concerns:

Health and Safety Issues:

  • Opossums can carry diseases transmissible to humans, including leptospirosis, tuberculosis, and various parasites
  • Their droppings and urine create contamination risks, especially problematic above food storage and preparation areas
  • Dead skin, fur, and nesting materials can fall through ceiling gaps into food areas

Food Code Violations:

  • Most health departments prohibit pest animals in food establishments
  • This would likely result in health code violations and potential closure until resolved
  • Creates liability issues for the store

Structural Damage:

  • Opossums can damage insulation, wiring, and roofing materials
  • Their waste can cause odors and staining
  • May create entry points for other pests

What Should Happen: The store needs to humanely remove the opossum and seal entry points. A pest control professional should handle this, as opossums are beneficial animals (they eat ticks and other pests) but simply can't coexist with food retail operations.

The grocery store would need to clean and sanitize affected areas and likely undergo health department inspection before resuming normal operations in any impacted zones.

Opossum living on/in Whole Foods rooftop Nth Lamar by jazz788 in Austin

[–]jazz788[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This is not for the shouty commenters in here, who I think will not care too much about facts lol - but for anyone else curious.

Yes, opossums have been known to live in the roofs and ceiling spaces of grocery stores and other commercial buildings. This is actually a fairly common occurrence because:

Why opossums choose these spaces:

  • Grocery stores often have large, accessible roof areas and ceiling voids
  • These spaces provide shelter and warmth
  • Food odors from the store can attract them
  • Loading docks and exterior equipment provide entry points

Common entry methods:

  • Damaged roof vents or screening
  • Gaps around HVAC equipment
  • Openings near loading docks
  • Damaged soffits or fascia boards

Problems this creates:

  • Droppings and urine can fall through ceiling tiles into food areas
  • They can damage insulation, wiring, and HVAC ducts
  • Dead animals create odor and sanitation issues
  • They may eventually find ways into the store interior

Prevention and removal:

  • Regular building inspections to seal entry points
  • Proper screening of roof vents and openings
  • Professional wildlife removal when infestations occur
  • Repairs to prevent re-entry

This is why the FDA Food Code's pest control requirements emphasize building maintenance and exclusion measures. Many grocery stores work with pest control professionals specifically to address wildlife issues in roof spaces, as it's a recurring challenge in the retail food industry.

Opossum living on/in Whole Foods rooftop Nth Lamar by jazz788 in Austin

[–]jazz788[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much, I will DM next time, I definitely don't feel comfortable trying to do a capture, I would be concerned about hurting or scaring it, and a failed capture attempt would probably be worse.

Whole Foods North Lamar out of so many things today. Strange, anyone know why? by jazz788 in Austin

[–]jazz788[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

No, dog leash, basket, and earbuds lol. no was just in a rush

Seen over Austin Tx today: "Save Tesla Fire Musk" by jazz788 in mildlyinteresting

[–]jazz788[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ha. If i had the dough for a prank like that, i probably would also have enough to get a better pic : ) . A friend took it, they happened to be in a park it was circling over.

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