Because, if not, then it means there are no Tucker Carlsons and no Jon Stewarts, and no John Olivers in that universe. Probably because nothing needs internal investigations in that society as a whole!
The Biden administration is on trial in the United States for failure to prevent the “unfolding genocide” in Gaza. On Friday, lawyers for the Biden administration argued the court lacks the proper jurisdiction to decide the case, while Palestinians and Americans testified about atrocities committed by Israel with American...
Tenants don’t have the same rights with respect to their landlord as employees do with their employer. So unfortunately I can’t see this ending well for the tenants who participate.
Inspired by the ongoing Resurgence giveaway, I thought it might be fun to discuss some of our favourite Trek games. Underappreciated gems are particularly welcome!
The code contains sections codifying that justices should not allow outside relationships to influence their official conduct or judgment, placing restrictions on justices participating in fundraising and reiterating limits on the accepting of gifts. It also states that justices should not “to any substantial degree” use...
Traditionally, retiring entails leaving the workforce permanently. However, experts found that the very definition of retirement is also changing between generations....
“Curl 8.4.0 will hit at around 0600 UTC (0800 CEST, 0700 BST, 0200 EST, 2300 PDT) on October 11 and deal with CVE-2023-38545, which affects both libcurl and the curl tool, and CVE-2023-38546, which only affects libcurl…”
I asked this question sometime ago on The Orville’s subreddit, and surprisingly got mixed responses. I assume most here however, are going to prefer Star Trek, specifically TNG that its aping from. For the record I do prefer TNG as well, but rewatching The Orville, after you get past its kinda sucky first season, I really...
There are inspiring, epic quotes in Star Trek. Words that stir the soul, shining a light on paths to a brighter now and a better future. But, what about those bits of dialog that don’t have a stirring message, that you enjoy just because you enjoy them?...
I stopped reading closely about halfway though and skimmed the rest. The author seems to be “just asking questions” rather than actually doing much investigation. It’s not new or surprising, for example, that Google’s search deal is the bulk of Mozilla’s revenue or that a non-profit can own a for-profit subsidiary. That’s about where my attention waned, but it seems the author’s main beef has more to do with payments to liberal-sounding organizations than any sincere concern about financial shenanigans.
Indictment is the first to emerge from special counsel Jack Smith’s probe of the underpinnings of the Jan. 6 riot and the campaign to reverse Joe Biden’s victory....
There’s something about the TNG theme (played during the opening credits) that seems unique and special to my ear. But I don’t know about music and orchestral production to make sense of it....
Just about to finish TNG Season 2, I only watched the odd episode on television in the 90’s and ST: Enterprise is the only complete series I have binged....
Chilling with the gang ( lemmy.world )
Palestinians Charge Genocide in U.S. Court; Biden, Blinken Sued for Backing Israel’s War on Gaza ( www.democracynow.org )
The Biden administration is on trial in the United States for failure to prevent the “unfolding genocide” in Gaza. On Friday, lawyers for the Biden administration argued the court lacks the proper jurisdiction to decide the case, while Palestinians and Americans testified about atrocities committed by Israel with American...
In San Francisco, Tenants Use Labor Tactics to Challenge Their Landlords ( archive.is )
Star Trek History: Bride of Chaotica! ( www.startrek.com )
'We have no rights.' Frustrated with California wage laws, Moonstone Bistro in Redding cuts lunch service ( krcrtv.com )
Let's remember some Star Trek games
Inspired by the ongoing Resurgence giveaway, I thought it might be fun to discuss some of our favourite Trek games. Underappreciated gems are particularly welcome!
Challenge accepted ( media.kbin.social )
US Supreme Court announces formal ethics code for justices ( www.reuters.com )
The code contains sections codifying that justices should not allow outside relationships to influence their official conduct or judgment, placing restrictions on justices participating in fundraising and reiterating limits on the accepting of gifts. It also states that justices should not “to any substantial degree” use...
xkcd #2848: Breaker box ( imgs.xkcd.com )
xkcd.com/2848...
What the hell is this shit? Instead of pushing for the return to traditional pensions, capitalism is celebrating the idea that Millennials and Gen Z may simply never be able to stop working. ( www.cnbc.com )
Traditionally, retiring entails leaving the workforce permanently. However, experts found that the very definition of retirement is also changing between generations....
Are you ready for the upcoming 2026 2nd American Civil War?
Fresh curl tomorrow will patch 'worst' security flaw in ages | TheRegister ( www.theregister.com )
“Curl 8.4.0 will hit at around 0600 UTC (0800 CEST, 0700 BST, 0200 EST, 2300 PDT) on October 11 and deal with CVE-2023-38545, which affects both libcurl and the curl tool, and CVE-2023-38546, which only affects libcurl…”
Frontier Airlines CEO says the pandemic made workers 'lazy' and less productive: 'People are still allowing people to work from home, all this silliness, right?' ( www.businessinsider.com )
Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle blamed higher overhead costs on workers being less productive, calling it a "society-wide" problem.
Star Trek and The Orville, which is better/worse?
I asked this question sometime ago on The Orville’s subreddit, and surprisingly got mixed responses. I assume most here however, are going to prefer Star Trek, specifically TNG that its aping from. For the record I do prefer TNG as well, but rewatching The Orville, after you get past its kinda sucky first season, I really...
What's Your Favorite, Not at All Epic, Star Trek Quote
There are inspiring, epic quotes in Star Trek. Words that stir the soul, shining a light on paths to a brighter now and a better future. But, what about those bits of dialog that don’t have a stirring message, that you enjoy just because you enjoy them?...
Rank your favorite Star Trek movies! Be ready to defend your positions!
Here’s mine:...
a healthy society is our starship ( hexbear.net )
Firefox Money: Investigating the bizarre finances of Mozilla ( fedia.io )
I find these news quite disturbing:...
News: Trump charged in probe of Jan. 6, efforts to overturn 2020 election ( www.washingtonpost.com )
Indictment is the first to emerge from special counsel Jack Smith’s probe of the underpinnings of the Jan. 6 riot and the campaign to reverse Joe Biden’s victory....
I call him Jim Carey Kirk. Am I wrong?
How realistic is Star Trek’s Tamarian language? - Darmok and Jalad ( www.youtube.com )
I thought this video was absolutely fascinating throughout, even the ad....
Can any music experts explain to me why the TNG theme is so good?
There’s something about the TNG theme (played during the opening credits) that seems unique and special to my ear. But I don’t know about music and orchestral production to make sense of it....
My family lost our minds when Pelia (2X03) described the Federation as a...
spoilermoneyless socialist utopia...
What are your favourite TNG episodes?
Just about to finish TNG Season 2, I only watched the odd episode on television in the 90’s and ST: Enterprise is the only complete series I have binged....