Have you ever bought a video game you liked more than once? Such as on different platforms?
The answer for me is, "yes, a few times." For example, I bought Sonic Frontiers on Playstation, then I was curious to try the handheld (Switch) version, so I got the latter when it was on sale.
I'm also...
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/ny-appeals-court-reduces-trumps-bond-civil-fraud-case-175-million-vict-rcna144659
It says he has 10 days to pay it.
Anyway, today was the day when we would likely know more about the 464m case, and well, I guess this is the news on it, and what the...
What do people think of the belief of Pandeism?
Primarily, I am asking about an idea found here:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pandeism
"Unlike classical deism, which holds that the creator deity does not interfere with the universe after its creation, pandeism holds that such an entity...
Hi,
I've been pondering the concept of spiritual awakening and its many interpretations.
How do you define a spiritual awakening? What does it mean to you personally, and have you ever experienced one? If so, would you be interested in sharing your story about it?
From my perspective, a...
The truth behind those white streaks trailing behind jets in the sky
This article talks about "contrails", when "water vapor condenses and freezes around the exhaust from an aircraft", and the persistent popular theory that they are "chemtrails" - "a well-established conspiracy theory...
https://www.businessinsider.com/regeneron-science-talent-search-winner-achyuta-rajaram-machine-learning-2024-3
My comments: Could be useful information to know as things go forward with AI. The teenager seems to have also demonstrated his belief in practice through what sounds like a small program.
Hi,
I've been reflecting on the labels we use to describe our beliefs and I wanted to see if anyone else resonates with the term "non-theist" rather than "atheist."
For me, identifying as a non-theist is about embracing a simple system - in my case. It's less complex than agnosticism or...
As a kid, I felt I was very gifted. I was completing some very difficult video games at a young age. I felt I even learned a little math from them, and also learned about puzzle-solving.
By age 13, I had taken up computer programming, which I consider a good challenge to one's skills in various...
Hey everyone,
I've been thinking about how diverse our interests and expertise are when it comes to technology. That's why I thought to create an unofficial, general tech thread. This would be a place where those with a deep understanding of computers could exchange ideas, discuss the latest...
In the intricate dance of problem-solving, I find two distinct characters emerge: the overthinkers, and the underthinkers.
Each brings their unique approach to the table, but both often stumble on their journey toward effective solutions.
#1. The Overthinkers
Overthinkers are like the...
I'm both surprised and unsurprised by this news:
https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/mitch-mcconnell-endorses-donald-trump-2024-race-support/story?id=107845418
I'd say more so "unsurprised".
How about you?
In the political world, today is what some refer to as "Super Tuesday":
https://www.yahoo.com/news/super-tuesday-2024-live-updates-and-results-as-trump-and-haley-face-off-with-854-delegates-at-stake-124504400.html
Results will likely start to pour in in a few hours when booths close and votes...
I have been reflecting on my online and offline experiences since I became a member of RF five years ago. I used to be very shy, and others noticed it too. I would like to say that I have overcome my shyness, but I am not sure if that is true. I still feel shy, but in a different way.
When I...
I've noticed a lot of debates, including mine, have components which change the meaning. Those components are phrases like "Would people", "Would someone", or "Would it cause someone to..."
While a lot of debates end up being about the claim itself, and whether the claim itself is logical or...
In a lawsuit that has some observers already doubting its legitimacy, Elon Musk, after contributing money to OpenAI in its early days, is suing OpenAI and its CEO for "breach of contract", saying that OpenAI has changed its vision since its earlier days when the money was contributed.
One of...
A meme I encountered online recently claimed that science leads to atheism at a basic or intermediate level of understanding, but to theism at a very advanced level of understanding.
I doubt the validity of this claim in general, as there are many eminent scientists who are atheists.
However...
Welcome to my 2024 Ask Me Anything, where people ask me questions and I try to answer.
Here are some aspects of my worldview that may have shifted since my 2023 Ask Me Anything:
1. I have expanded my social network to include more extroverts. This does not imply that I predominantly associate...
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/d-rather-caffeinated-depressed-6-110100987.html
I'm familiar with some of Dave Ramsey's advice, and I just thought it interesting that younger people are pushing back on some of his statements.
I might agree with a statement in the article (not by Dave Ramsey) -...
https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/22/tech/ftc-avast-cybersecurity-company-fine/index.html
My comments:
Interesting news given who it happened with.
Just shows you can't trust anyone anymore :D
Looking through some of my posts from 2019-2020, I actually seemed to make more jokes back then than I do now, but I also seemed a little bit paranoid at the time - in a general sense. I was dealing with a lot of stuff (I consider myself quite a bit better now), but I still see RF as having been...