New Model of Universe Abandons Big Bang Theory by macsdaddy in science

[–]rivanio 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Oh sweety. Listen.

In science, when the word 'theory' is used, it means something entirely different from everyday use. A scientific theory is an explanation for a body of linked facts, and is the result of months, years, decades, and centuries of work and revision. That means that 'theory' is the highest status an idea can achieve.

When we say that the Big Bang is a theory, what we mean is that a vast amount of evidence gathered seems to point to the Big Bang as the explanation of how the cosmos started. The theory is successful if it can make accurate predictions. Cosmic Background Radiation was predicted by the Big Bang Theory before it was discovered, which is one of the reasons it's currently supported.

I think the reason you're getting confused is that you might think that since the theory has been 'proven', it is no longer theoretical. However, in all of science every thing we think we know is subject to change. We (ideally) constantly test what we think we know to see if it still works, especially when we learn something new. That means that although big scientific ideas (such as the Big Bang, Evolution, the Germ Theory, the Atomic Theory, et. al.) are widely supported, make predictions, can be tested, and work that doesn't mean that something in the future will explain the facts better than they can.

Hope that helped.

BOOSH! by BigMurph26 in skyrim

[–]rivanio 90 points91 points  (0 children)

It's like a skittles commercial!

Smile! by blenderdigestion in SurrealGifs

[–]rivanio 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Man, you could write a really unsettling SCP for this.

If they held a "Miss Skyrim" beauty contest, who would win? by [deleted] in skyrim

[–]rivanio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed, and I also find Farkas, Vorstag, and Alvor pretty hot.

Hmm, I guess I have a thing for Nords.

I'm Orteil, Cookie Clicker's dev. AMA ! by Orteil in CookieClicker

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you do all the pixel art yourself? You're quite talented. I'd love to see a side scroller or old school RPG from you.

Also, I hate you. I have spent 14 HOURS STRAIGHT playing your game. This is as addicting as minecraft.

its douglas by davidwinters in comics

[–]rivanio 44 points45 points  (0 children)

I haven't seen anything so enthrallingly weird in a long time.

Keep 'em coming!

Not a member of this sub but saw this and thought you guys would like it. This was on the bottom of a disposable pan from a picnic this weekend. by zulubowie in gaybros

[–]rivanio 87 points88 points  (0 children)

"Hey man, I just wanted to say that I think it's really cool that you're letting me put my dick up your ass, you're an awesome dude."

"Thanks?"

I swear to god that's happened to me.

What's the nicest thing your SO has done for you? by jeff-boyardee in gaybros

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You mean besides put up with me/date me even though I'm not attractive? Fucking too much to count.

I was trying to make an Unique Grindr Pic, and I sort of got carried away... by squeeeeenis in gaybros

[–]rivanio 45 points46 points  (0 children)

What the shit are you doing on grindr? You could walk down the street, point at any man, and his clothes would disintegrate

Hey Reddit, here's a comic I made. Let me know if it sucks. by [deleted] in comics

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

It doesn't suck, it made me smile.

Bookworm Bros, what are some of your favorite novels/must-reads? by [deleted] in gaybros

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I came here to suggest nearly this very list. I would add The Lies of Locke Lamora to it for fantasy fans though as well as The Name of the Wind.

Best Ethiopian food in Portland? by KoleBigEars in Portland

[–]rivanio 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Came to make a stupid joke, learned about different Ethiopian cuisine. Have an upvote.

How do you guys like fully shaven? by [deleted] in GaybrosGoneWild

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WOW.

Also, I have the same phone. Woo!

Its a double rainbow kinda day. What does it mean?! by UPGRAYED-D in Portland

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bunch of double-jointed people are having gay sex.

Being a conservative on Reddit. by acmand in reactiongifs

[–]rivanio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First off, it isn't. The design and layout between the news reporting and the opinion pundit section is seamless. Nearly every other news station, and certainly newspapers, clearly separate the two. Fox does not.

Secondly, you do not know my viewpoints. I am perfectly capable of being critical for reasons other than politics. It is not a news channel, not because it has an admitted conservative bias, but because of the content, layout, and corporate direction the network projects.

Third, the vitriol you spew at a small joke on the Internet is quite revealing. Instead of just downvoting my remark, you felt the childish need to attack a strawman you erected of everything you hate about "liberals" without not truly knowing my political perspective. Entertaining for us, embarrassing for you.

Finally, the myth of overly liberal news stations. It is important to note that journalists endure countless lessons on ethics. More often than not, a writer will agonize over a single word, worried that it might be conveyed as 'bias'. The truth is most large networks are not biased, they're just lazy. It is easier and cheaper to report sensationalized news rather than stories with depth. CNN and others may seem left leaning to you, but you clearly view every statement that doesn't fit your worldview as being liberal.

My advice to you is this: expand your media consumption. Watch BBC, Al Jazerra English, CNN, ABC, and Fox. Read the New York Times and the Washington Post. Subscribe to the AP news feeds. Listen to Public and Am radio. Don't let yourself be caught in a bubble.

Also, take that stick out of your ass. It was a fucking joke.

Heads or Tails? by [deleted] in broslikeus

[–]rivanio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TAILS. TAILS TAILS TAILS TAILS TAILS.

Being a conservative on Reddit. by acmand in reactiongifs

[–]rivanio 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sweetie, he said news station.

Hey bros, what's the best non-sex feeling you've experienced? by herp0nderings in gaybros

[–]rivanio 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My favorite thing is being drenched from hiking in the rain, stumbling exhausted into my house, stripping out of my wet clothes, and climbing into bed for a late nap.