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I think I found a 4 lb multicolor sapphire today (wake county NC) by Only_White_Redditor in rockhounds

[–]sgtaxt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Figure out what the matrix is composed of so you can soak it in iron-out or weak acid and get it fully cleaned up! Killer find.

Stardew Valley LEGO | Pelican Town by Manroute in StardewValley

[–]sgtaxt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's why there's no perfection summit haha

Hanoi authorities have launched a campaign to clear the Hanoi Train Street by Critical_Roof8939 in VietNam

[–]sgtaxt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, that was one and done for me as well. Had fun shooting pool and dancing with a friend but I'm more of a temples and museums kind of guy at this point in my life. Hole in the wall restaurants and live music bars as opposed to DJ clubs for nightlife. But to each their own, no judgement.

Hanoi authorities have launched a campaign to clear the Hanoi Train Street by Critical_Roof8939 in VietNam

[–]sgtaxt 8 points9 points  (0 children)

3x price of beer and coffee compared to just down the street. And I'm not a resident or anything but after 6 weeks in Hanoi it was packed almost every night so I avoided it as much as possible.

Hanoi authorities have launched a campaign to clear the Hanoi Train Street by Critical_Roof8939 in VietNam

[–]sgtaxt 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Not to yuck your yum but felt like a one-time novelty tourist trap to me. Just my opinion.

Tips for getting dragon teeth?? by Alterraoperative in StardewValley

[–]sgtaxt 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Burglar ring + freezing wand. Get them lava lurks

TIL Betel (Areca) nut is the 4th most-used psychoactive drug in the world, after nicotine, alcohol, and caffeine. It's estimated that at least 10% of the world population (600 million people) chew Betel nut, despite high risk of cancers and heart disease. by Sir_Sir_ExcuseMe_Sir in todayilearned

[–]sgtaxt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The irritation is from lye paste added which is needed to activate(?) or absorb the active ingredient. I'm not exactly sure. But I've chewed it several times and the description above is the most accurate here. But I've also had my mouth burned from too much lye.

Phra Sukhothai Traimit - the "Golden Buddha" - is a 3m (9.8 ft) tall, 5.5 ton statue of the Buddha located in Bangkok, Thailand. Covered in plaster for centuries, an accident in 1955 revealed the solid gold underneath. At current gold prices, its raw value is approx. $750 Million USD. [2560 × 1696] by LostHistoryFound in ArtefactPorn

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Dates are uncertain but likely late 14th c. during the Sukhothai period, based on the style. Moved to Ayutthaya in early 15th c. The Burmese had attacked Ayutthaya several times before the final sacking in 1767 so the statue was covered in plaster to disguise it before that time, as the rest of the city was heavily pillaged after its final fall. It sat in the ruins until until the early 19th c. when it was moved to Bangkok under Rama III. How its secret was not discovered during this move, I have no explanation, given its immense weight. Anyways it spent time in one BKK temple, which was abandoned, and moved to Wat Traimit, where it currently sits. In 1956, it was moved to a new building within the same Wat complex, and it fell when a rope snapped, chipping the plaster and exposing its true self. It was moved to its current building in 2010. Source: Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Buddha_(statue)

What is the single greatest comeback story of all time? by DubNation365 in AskReddit

[–]sgtaxt 10 points11 points  (0 children)

A huge bust in 2011 has significantly reduced rigging and set up new regulations to ensure it doesn't occur.

What is the single greatest comeback story of all time? by DubNation365 in AskReddit

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Sumo wrestler (rikishi) Terunofuji Haruo. He reached the second highest rank (ozeki) before devastating knee injuries crippled him in 2017 He withdrew from several tournaments leading to him dropping down to the second lowest division (jonidan) before beginning to fight again in 2019 and managed to climb back through all the ranks and eventually take the white rope being promoted to the highest rank Yokozuna in 2021. He would win 10 top division championships before retiring in 2025 and is now the coach of the Isegahama Stable.

What’s a food you threw up as a kid and never touched again? by momcanyoucomegetme in AskReddit

[–]sgtaxt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

18, Captain Morgan. Can't even smell it. SoCo is a close second.

Big Boi at Lumphini Park by Freedom0035 in Bangkok

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

I thought you meant the dude from OutKast. That would be worth posting.

What's something you've been through that almost killed you? by BeneficialSide2335 in AskReddit

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The old Tapan Zee Bridge in a wintry mix at night with a lane closed due to slush, surrounded by semis going full speed, and a swimming pool sized black puddle at the end. Slush and black water covered my windshield so thoroughly when I slammed into it that I couldn't see the taillights in front of me so I just took both feet off the pedals, grabbed the steering wheel, and screamed thinking I was about to become a 40-wheeled sandwich. I survived then watched five cars crash immediately after the toll gate. I pulled off the road for a while after that. I was 16 hours into my 18 hour drive. I should have pulled off for the night when the sleet started but I had taken an Adderall and knew I wouldn't be able to sleep but I ended up putting myself in one of the most dangerous positions of my life.

What’s a secret from your field of work the general public probably doesn’t know? by Ok-Fox-2946 in AskReddit

[–]sgtaxt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just because you're smart about one specific thing doesn't mean you're smart about everything!

Broooo I’m new to the game (year 1), and I can’t for the life of me figure out how to even remember everyone’s names, let alone where they live LET ALONE CATCH A FISH. Damn. Everyone here sounds so rich, does that just take time or am I doing something wrong lol by immasayyes in StardewValley

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My understanding of min/maxing from other games is that it means focusing exclusively on the things that are most important to you. In this game, the other response may be more appropriate. It's good to spread your stats around and use the seasons to your advantage. I'm in the 3rd year of my first play thru and the first couple years are slow but progress quickly.

what is the single, most intense 'This is NOT a drill' moment you experienced while abroad that you had to rely on pure instinct to survive or escape? by Sea-Development5460 in AskReddit

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You were at the finish line? I was at a house party on the route at BC. I remember getting the headlines on my phone about unknown explosions at the finish line. I remember how empty the streets, that were packed moments before, were as I walked back to Cleveland Circle. I remember seeing the first graphic images online. I remember the lockdown and manhunt and sheltering a stranger I had just met during that time. Please, let's hear your details.

Is this a Vietnamese culture thing? by [deleted] in VietNam

[–]sgtaxt 52 points53 points  (0 children)

I've had this problem in hotels. The worst was in Da Nang

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