an image recognition app that can "now" quickly copy-paste handwritten notes between devices.

the verge
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i chase the weight of the moments after rainfall


where the world is restored to its former peace, albeit heavier, and the only sounds are the whispers of wayward droplets being tossed down from the treetops to join their minuscule sea

he is often credited with saving the united states from the huge debt it got into to pay for the revolutionary war.

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is the enemy of radicalism.

a programming language that was used for coding udictio.

if you don't ignore these people in turkey, you will probably end up losing all of your money.

acquired by the new york times for $550 million.

an aphorism of hippocrates
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the unexamined life is not worth living.
socrates

wardenclyffe tower, also known as the tesla tower, was a wireless transmission station designed and built by the inventor nikola tesla. the tower was intended to transmit wireless energy and communication signals, but the project was never completed due to financial difficulties. it is located in shoreham, new york, and is one of the few remaining examples of tesla's work. the tower was declared a national historic landmark in 1989.

fallacies are mistakes in reasoning or arguments that are based on incorrect or flawed logic. there are many different types of fallacies, and they can occur in written or oral arguments. it is important to be aware of fallacies in order to critically evaluate arguments and make informed decisions, and to avoid using fallacies in your own arguments.

aunt sally is a term that refers to a straw man argument, which is a logical fallacy that involves presenting a distorted or misrepresented version of an opposing argument in order to make it easier to attack or refute. the term "aunt sally" comes from a traditional british fairground game in which players throw sticks or balls at a wooden figure, typically depicting a woman, in order to knock it down.

in the context of debating or arguing, the "aunt sally" is the simplified, distorted version of an opposing argument that is presented by one party in order to make it easier to attack or refute. this can be done in order to create the impression that the opposing argument is weaker or less valid than it actually is, or to mislead or deceive the audience by presenting a distorted version of the opposing argument.

for example, imagine that you are arguing with someone about the benefits of a vegetarian diet. they might present an "aunt sally" version of your argument by claiming that you believe that all meat is unhealthy and that everyone should become a vegetarian, which is a distortion of your actual argument. they might then attack this distorted version of your argument, saying that it is unrealistic or impractical, without addressing the actual points that you are making.

in order to avoid committing the straw man fallacy, it is important to accurately represent the opposing argument and to engage with it on its own terms, rather than attacking a simplified or distorted version of it. this can help to ensure that the argument is fair and based on accurate information, rather than relying on misrepresentations or distortions of the opposing viewpoint.

elvis presley's "suspicious minds" is a masterpiece for a number of reasons. it is a perfectly constructed pop song, with a catchy melody, driving beat, and soaring vocals. the lyrics are both relatable and universal, exploring the themes of jealousy, insecurity, and the importance of trust in a relationship.

the song was also a critical and commercial success, winning a grammy award for best male pop vocal performance in 1969. it reached number one on the billboard hot 100 chart in the united states and the uk singles chart, and has since been covered by numerous artists.

here are some of the things that make "suspicious minds" a masterpiece:

the song's structure is perfect. it begins with a simple, yet haunting melody, which is gradually joined by the beat and other instruments. the song builds to a climax in the chorus, with elvis's vocals soaring over the top.

the lyrics are both relatable and universal. they explore the themes of jealousy, insecurity, and the importance of trust in a relationship. everyone can relate to feeling suspicious of their partner at some point, and elvis's vocals convey this emotion perfectly.

the song's production is top-notch. the sound is clean and crisp, and the arrangement is well-balanced. elvis's vocals are the star of the show, but the other instruments provide excellent support.

numbers, awards, and fun facts about "suspicious minds":

the song reached number one on the billboard hot 100 chart in the united states and the uk singles chart.

it won a grammy award for best male pop vocal performance in 1969.

it has been covered by numerous artists, including aretha franklin, mark james, and fine young cannibals.
the song was featured in the film "home alone" (1990).
in 2004, rolling stone magazine ranked "suspicious minds" number 91 on its list of the 500 greatest songs of all time.
fun fact: the song's original title was "can't help falling in love". however, elvis presley's manager, colonel tom parker, suggested that the title be changed to "suspicious minds", as he thought it would be more appealing to the public.

the cybertruck has been discussed many times here, but it’s literally an automotive disaster—an absolute mess of a vehicle. (and before anyone asks, no, i don’t have the money to buy one, but hey, it’s free to criticize.)

– the body panels are poorly manufactured and don’t fit together properly, causing them to stick out. the only task required is simple sheet metal bending, and they can’t even manage that. in a well-functioning automotive company, such quality issues would have the quality control team putting the engineers on notice. even cars that people dismiss as “cheap,” have tons of quality control checks. if you fail even one, the quality control team will be right there to hold you accountable.

– the so-called stainless steel used for the vehicle is actually rusting, which is outright fraudulent.

– in whistlindiesel’s video, as mentioned above, the chassis breaks under relatively high stress on the tow hitch. this means the structural integrity of the vehicle is compromised, essentially rendering the truck useless. additionally, in the same video, when you shut the doors firmly, the interior trim not only traps you inside, but also cracks when you try to open the door.

– the truck’s bed volume is ridiculously small compared to other light trucks. they tried to make it look sleek and ended up compromising on practical utility.

– the vehicle is incredibly rigid, meaning in the event of a crash, it’s not the car that will absorb the impact—it’s you. this car ignores modern automotive safety measures, so in an accident, the car remains intact while all the crash energy is directly transferred to you, likely causing severe internal injuries and multiple organ failures. it’s a recipe for a horrifying death.

– the biggest concern for me is the steer-by-wire system. in products like fighter jets, a fully electronic fly-by-wire system is used, but remember, fighter jets are few and not used in populated areas. this car, however, is a "commercial vehicle" meant for everyday use among people. in the event of a malfunction, the steering system is entirely under electronic control, not yours. if there’s a power transmission issue, you could lose all control of the servo motors. a software glitch could cause the vehicle to make unexpected steering inputs, leading to potentially fatal accidents. in a large, three-ton vehicle, the lack of a mechanical failsafe system is terrifying. you can see the steering system locking issue in whistlindiesel’s video as well.

in conclusion, in my opinion, selling this vehicle to the public is a big mistake. the current american vehicles, due to tax incentives in the u.s. automotive sector, are already massive, six-meter-long, three-ton death machines. adding this vehicle, with its numerous safety flaws, only makes things worse. it’s highly likely that, like the chevrolet camaro zl1-1le and many other american cars, the cybertruck will face strict regulations in europe and might even be banned from sale there due to these safety concerns. and rightly so. this vehicle is a huge insult to the 120-year-old automotive industry and to the safety regulations developed to prevent people from dying, all because of elon musk’s social media influence and the tech bros who get swept up in it.