So - the Mark of Cain was bleaching of the skin?
So - the Mark of Cain was bleaching of the skin?
Apparently the Mardi Gras had 25x as many people as this protest. I am wondering how many runners there were in the Sydney Marathon and how it compared...
As a movie the dialogue was little clunky, the action scenes somewhat lacking and the effects ordinary. As a story - fan-bloody-tastic - this is Superman as he *should* be. The emotional uncertainty coupled with moral/ethical absolute-ism is the absolute core of the Superman mythos.
And the movie explains that detail (about the glasses). Using an idea that was introduced in the comics in the 1980s
Humans are "The Naked Ape". In genetic terms we ARE a type of monkey.
The one image of light here is that they are deliberately and explicitly removing themselves from the world stage. Unfortunately a dying dinosaur takes a lot of others out with it.
The part of the bible that deals with "Christian" values is the New Testament. Only reciting the Old Testament is not an indicator of a Christian person.
When Trump shakes Putin's hand, he tends to reach out with palm up. Isn't that considered submissive body language?
Has anyone noticed that when Trump shakes Putin's hand he reaches out with palm up. Isn't that considered submissive body language?
So, what happens when Putin decides Alaska is "traditional" Russian territory and wants to take it back? This is essentially what happened with Ukraine.
You are assuming that guns are not common and ONLY Merry and Pippen have one. In reality - if Guns exist at all, then everyone has one and the death toll increases exponentially for every group.
"Thoughts" means no action can be taken. "Prayers" means only God is able to change things. Neither are appropriate in most situations.
Consequence of privatising prisons. There are very few other countries in the world where the same situation exists. Where someone is making money off inmates, there is an incentive to increase the conviction rate.
What might happen in another 18 months? Can you afford to assume that mid-terms will even happen? If not - what action, and by who, can be taken now?
The rising tide lifts all boats. But the tide comes up from below - it does not fall from above.
So - who needs to take action (obviously not bluesky). Assuming it is Congress, what can be done to make them do something... Which begs the question: why are they not already acting? (honest question and the answer may suggest what the people can do)
Countries are decoupling themselves from the US economy since it is becoming unreliable as a trading partner. "The Productivity Commission says Australia will benefit from Donald Trump's trade tariffs, because some global capital flows will be redirected towards Australia."
Sorry - I don't get this. Light travels at 1 light-year per year. How many airports were in operation in 1825?
So what threat or bribe did Trump offer to get the letter?
I think my reply was attached to the wrong comment. I was saying that requiring anyone to name their sources, or co-conspirators may sound reasonable, but leads to a very dark place.
Mostly driven by those with some sort of inferiority complex or personal deficiency.
ESV = Emotional Support Vehicle. Designed to make the driver feel better about themselves (safer, bigger, more virile, whatever) without making any practical change.
While I don't disagree in this particular case - the reaction sounds very like McCarthyism.
That's sounds very Christian. As in - the teachings of Christ - not what people pretend is Christian. Indeed the ultimate philosophy of most religions boils down to "be kind to each other" (thank you Bill & Ted)
Nuclear is the most expensive option and has a VERY long lead time until it is productive. That alone means it should be the last choice for power. Even taking a purely commercial view, every other possible method - including coal power - is more economically viable
Is this what he meant by "drain the swamp"? I mean, those alligators need to get a job somewhere...
But the guns are so a 'well-armed milita' can resist a tyrannical government. How well is that working out for you?
ESV = Emotional Support Vehicle. Designed to make the driver *feel* better about themselves (safer, bigger, more virile, whatever) without making any practical difference to any of those factors.
The next phase of Project 2025 is to rewrite the electoral laws and processes to ensure continuity of the current government. Even if you want to wait another 18mths, surely there is something that can be done sooner?
And that was the time that America was greatest. So the MAGA slogan is also a lie?
As a non-merkin, I am curious: who can actually take action to remove a sitting president? Protests and polls suggest action is required, but who is able to DO something? Is it Congress, based on the 25th amendment (??) or is there something the people can do? Just asking.
I don't disagree. Following the same Greek roots. Niarism is 'care' or 'interest'. While the nature of belief is fascinating, the existence, or otherwise, of God is boring (to me)
MY belief is the question. I live in a society where others have many different beliefs, both religious & other - that is my context. But it is not dependent on reality of a god (or gods) & is the same irrespective of my belief. If *I* act the same whether I believe or not, belief is irrelevant.
Interesting - how does it differ from agnosticism then?
The word literally means "no gods". This doesn't mean that common usage has another connotation.
I consider myself to be an Aniarist. If atheist = no god & agnostic = no knowledge, then aniarist = no interest. I simply don't care if God exists or not, it makes no difference to the way I live my life.
Term limits I agree with - potentially with possibility of renewal (?). Age limits, not so sure. The older I get the further out I want the retirement age to be. Although I absolutely agree a broader range of ages (a broader range of everything) is required.
It's because his military parade was so weak. He feels the need that the playground bully is still strong.
that would be 30k books surely
The American system is polarising since it is an either/or choice. Mechanisms such as preferential voting (ranking candidates in order of preference) encourage a move toward the average of population expectations, not the extremes.
If your god asks for you to submit to extreme torture would you do it? "Yes, of course". If your god says "My greatest wish is that you live life to its fullest and enjoy your existence, would you do it?" "Um..."
Monty Python and the Meaning of Life: " ... and people don't wear enough hats."
I am reminded of a Marvel show where Loki reveals that one of his nick-names is "Florida Man"
As I understand it, the whole point of the second amendment is allow for a "well-armed militia" that is ready and able to counter tyranny. If it does not even work for that, perhaps it does more harm than good. Just saying.
Watching the news, it seems clear that Zelensky - whatever Ukrainian military position - is definitely in control of the narritive internationally. Putin appears to not consider this an important factor. (In case this post might be mis-interpreted: I don't see it as a bad thing)
There seem to be a lot of categorisation errors out there: It is not Israel against Palestine. It is not Judaism against Moslem. It is not even Russia against Ukraine. It is aggressor against defender. THAT is the issue that needs to be addressed.
I thought it wasn't allowed to sue government employees for actions taken while conducting their official duties
The Supreme Court requires you to prove they are criminals.
So - if she was one in a million, that means there are 400 just within the United States. And tens of thousands world-wide. If they can't find one, who's fault is it?
The Trump effect in Australia - a massive swing AWAY from the right.
Surely that is the entire point of libraries. If you don't want to buy the book, why go to a bookshop instead of a library?
On the other hand - I sympathise with your pain. I wouldn't wish it the citizens of any country (although maybe for their leaders...)
I want to thank our American associates for taking the hit. Your President's actions have caused a number of countries to re-evaluate their direction and head toward a more progressive approach. Both Canadian and Australian elections are showing a backlash against "Trumpism".
Satisfying as it might be, the end goal is what matters. If he can achieve his goals by working WITH his opponent then that is better leadership than being in the one in charge.
Never bet against new technology. It may not work, but it always opens up new pathways.
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Are we still talking about the USA? One of the richest countries in the world during the most prosperous eras in history. If there is scarcity - or a belief of scarcity - then it is a not a problem with public perception, not reality. Which is, of course, what we have been saying in this thread.
Don't know about US, but the "Safe Systems" approach is common world-wide: * Cars designed for safety * Drivers taught to be safe * Roads built to ensure safety * Laws to encourage safe behaviour
So, is he saying that Biden DID win the 2020 election? (last line)
Not so sure about scarcity - yes the *perceived* danger. It is cultural since it is only (mostly?) American. Hence it is likely historical. Since the US story is about escape from persecution, it would make sense that there is a deep underlying fear within the national psyche.
Its fairly basic, and a cultural issue (obviously) - Americans, for some reason, are scared. A gun makes one *feel* safer (although not actually safer). The question is then, why are so many people in that particular country so afraid so much of the time?
The way it works in Aus (and elsewhere I believe) - the gov pays for basic care in public hospitals and GPs. If you want more you pay extra. Funded by a flat 1.5% extra on ALL income tax. It seems to work well...
To make money, sell high and buy low. I wonder who would have predicted the swings over the last week. Could perhaps, the president have made some moolah out of the crash?
The tide rises from underneath. If it comes from above, it is called rain and fills the larger boats more. In an economic sense that would suggest Universal Basic Income, not Tax Cuts for the Rich.
Well. How would you know? There are only about 3 trans-people at the highest level anyway. About 5% of people are trans and very few even try to make the global stage. The number in sport at the elite level is trivial. The whole issue is a storm in a teacup.
Genetic males are *stronger* than genetic females. The rest is cannot be assumed. Women tend to have (much) higher endurance and higher pain thresholds than men. That would imply that trans-men would be better at e.g. marathons or triathlons. But that could contravene MALE assumptions.
There is so much comment about trans-women competing in women's competition. So little about trans-men competing against other men. There seems to be a major assumption about sports ability happening here.
Did I just hear Trump threaten WWIII if Zelensky didn't do as he was told? "You're making us do this. We don't want to destroy you. You are making us kill people"...
I understand that Colonel Sanders started his famous franchise AFTER he retired. Is that a good story? Or not?
Technically, the current US administration is not "Fascist". The term implies a paramilitary approach. The new authoritarian approach is to corrupt the public service. theconversation.com/is-donald-tr...