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scrummin 2 points ago +2 / -0

I agree - 8 more years? He's getting up there in age.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

Two obvious issues with this statement "Only problem is the amount of energy required to pump the water around, because you need to pump several million cubes of water just to get 1 ounce of gold."

  1. I skimmed the technical article. You would have a finite amount of polymer for your "net/filter" and it would need the gold extracted periodically to reset it's filtering capability. This is assuming an infinite amount of time too.

  2. The affect this pumping and filtering would have on the rest of the ocean. Will the filter capture only gold? Other minerals/metals? What about plankton and larger wildlife?

Going on the assumption that this could be successfully done in a reasonable amount of time without negatively impacting the oceans, gold would still be worth quite a bit at the beginning of this process. I am not sure why this would astound you.

With free energy, I am not working on extracting gold from the oceans. Plenty of other projects to work on like transportation, HVAC, food, water, etc.

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scrummin 2 points ago +2 / -0

Nice vid!

LLM summary for anyone interested:

The provided text is a transcript of a YouTube video from the channel Veritasium, discussing the security vulnerabilities in the SS7 signaling protocol used in mobile phone networks. Here's a summary of the main points:

  • The SS7 protocol has been vulnerable to attacks since its inception in the 1980s.
  • Hackers can exploit these vulnerabilities to intercept calls and texts, as well as track users' locations.
  • The problem is not limited to individual devices but affects the entire mobile network infrastructure.
  • Many auto manufacturers are using 2G and 3G SIM cards with SS7 protocol for emergency call buttons in vehicles, making them vulnerable to attacks.
  • Despite the availability of more secure protocols like 5G signaling, many networks still use SS7 due to inertia and the need for compatibility with older systems.
  • It may take another 10-20 years for SS7 networks to be switched off completely.

To protect themselves, individuals can:

  • Use alternatives to SMS-based two-factor authentication
  • Utilize encrypted internet-based calling services like Signal or WhatsApp
  • Be aware of the potential risks and limitations of their mobile phone security
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scrummin 6 points ago +6 / -0

I went to the site. Written by a kook. She is a s mentally ill as the trans folks she thinks she is supporting. Here are a couple of the comments below her article:

Henry Two Door 6 months ago Ms Cieslik,

I hereby by assign you the following books for your summer reading list:

  1. The Bible
  2. The Catechism of the Catholic Church
  3. Any 9th grade biology book

We'd appreciate book reports on all of the above after Labor Day.

Oliver Kelley 5 months ago edited I am 37 and detransitioning. I am also an Episcopal and in RCIA to become Catholic. "Gender affirming care" did nothing but deepen my hurt and pain. It is a lie because ones gender cannot be changed. It was healing from Jesus and Father Mike explaining Theology of the Body that really started to get me in a better direction. I am working on learning to love the good gift of a body God gave me. I wish someone, anyone would have talked to me sooner - instead of the hundreds who encouraged my destruction.

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scrummin 3 points ago +3 / -0

I am interested in your thoughts on this part - "and the congregants allow it to happen"

There's no Catholic Church constitution. It's an absolute monarchy.

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scrummin 3 points ago +3 / -0

Based on the latest data from the United States Census Bureau (2020), here are the top 10 most valuable US exports:

Aircraft and aircraft parts: $133.4 billion

Major destinations: China, Canada, France, Germany, Japan

Refined petroleum products: $74.8 billion

Major destinations: Mexico, Canada, Netherlands, Japan, Brazil

Automobiles: $73.1 billion

Major destinations: Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, Germany

Computers and electronic components: $64.6 billion

Major destinations: China, Mexico, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea

Pharmaceuticals: $63.9 billion

Major destinations: Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, United Kingdom

Soybeans: $57.8 billion

Major destinations: China, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, Spain

Natural gas: $53.5 billion

Major destinations: Mexico, Canada, South Korea, Japan, India

Corn: $49.4 billion

Major destinations: Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Colombia, Peru

Crude petroleum: $44.8 billion

Major destinations: Canada, Netherlands, China, United Kingdom, Germany

Semiconductors and other electronic components: $43.6 billion

Major destinations: China, Mexico, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan

These top 10 exports account for approximately 60% of the total value of US exports in 2020.

Please note that these figures are subject to change and may not reflect the current market situation. Additionally, the rankings might vary slightly depending on the specific data source or year.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

Yes, Congress plays a crucial role in creating executive branch agencies. According to the Constitution, Congress has the authority to establish federal offices and agencies through legislation (Article I, Section 8, Clause 18, Necessary and Proper Clause). This power is exercised through separate statutes passed by Congress, which define the goals, powers, and functions of each agency.

The Supreme Court has consistently recognized Congress’s authority to create executive branch agencies, citing the Necessary and Proper Clause (e.g., Freytag v. Comm’r, 501 U.S. 868, 883 (1991); Buckley v. Valeo, 424 U.S. 1, 138 (1976)). Congress can establish agencies, determine their functions and jurisdiction, prescribe qualifications and rules for appointees, and fix their terms and compensation (Myers v. United States, 272 U.S. 52, 129 (1926)).

While the President has some discretion in appointing agency heads and officials, Congress’s authority to create agencies is a fundamental aspect of the legislative process. The President’s role is to enforce the laws, including those created by Congress for executive branch agencies.

In summary, Congress creates executive branch agencies through legislation, exercising its constitutional authority under the Necessary and Proper Clause.

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scrummin 3 points ago +3 / -0

Throw the coke out! Don't put it back! Or use it to clean something rusty..

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scrummin 3 points ago +3 / -0

This is exactly what the company is for - acquisitions! I have been waiting for this to happen...

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scrummin 2 points ago +2 / -0

Same here. Sauce would be great.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

Down votes - no offence but maybe it's the attitude. Notice how I said "Not sure" above like "Hey, maybe I need to look at this more before making a snap judgement. Perhaps someone sees something I don't."

Your response to that - lump me in with "You people make us look bad".

No one wants to be told "reread your original comment." either, however look at your tone. No wonder there are down votes. No one said "you're wrong" to you on this thread.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

Not sure - are all of his fingers folded together, or only the index and thumb? I think that is the deal with this pic. I normally interlace all the fingers when I hold my hands like that.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

Not sure what I'll be doing with an ax, but I have 2...

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scrummin 5 points ago +5 / -0

Got it done Friday.

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scrummin 1 point ago +1 / -0

I use the rechargeable Panasonic eneloops for AA/AAA, and the ternergy LSD (low self discharge) for D cells. These sit well on the shelf for months without losing much charge.

Don't leave alkaline batteries in your devices! They leak over time and ruin flashlights, radios, etc. Duracell and Energizer have sent me checks to replace maglites until I learned.

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-K-KJ17MCA104-Rechargeable-Batteries-Individual/dp/B078375TK9/ref=sr_1_9?sr=8-9

https://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-Rechargeable-Discharge-Batteries-Pre-Charged/dp/B01ASF24WI/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?cv_ct_cx=tenergy+lsd+D+cell&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sr=1-2-6024b2a3-78e4-4fed-8fed-e1613be3bcce-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&psc=1

Charger: https://www.amazon.com/Powerex-MH-C800S-8-Cell-Smart-Charger/dp/B000LQMKDS/ref=sr_1_2?sr=8-2

Buy once, cry once. I have been happy with these for years.

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