probably the most successful chinese platform regarding data collection from the users who live outside of china. rumors say that microsoft in talks to buy tiktok or trump will ban tiktok from the us.
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tiktok
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hagia sophia
(turkish: ayasofya) a cathedral built in the 6th century in modern-day istanbul, turkey. constructed under the direction of byzantine emperor justinian i, it is considered one of, if not the most significant byzantine monuments. it stands today as a symbol of the religious developments that have taken place throughout the ages in this city. presenting elements of both islam and christianity alike, it started as an orthodox christian temple and was converted to a muslim mosque after the ottoman conquest in 1543. it was converted to a museum and named a unesco world heritage site in 1934, and has since been converted back to a mosque.
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subtlety
the art of being just vague enough that your true intentions are not revealed by the phrases you speak.
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random midnight ramblings
imagine with me, if you will, a snowfall.
the catastrophic peace of a winter morning, grey skies and icy windows framed by flakes laid to rest
frostbitten breezes wind through heavy-laden branches, sending clouds of snow swirling through the air as if from a powder-puff against a grandmother's cheek
wandering rays of sunlight find their way through the cloud cover
and it's beautiful. -
theodore roosevelt
theodore roosevelt was born to a wealthy new york family that traced its roots back to the dutch colonial era. weak and sickly as a boy, he became devoted to physical fitness as a man.
after serving as police commissioner of new york city, assistant secretary of the navy, and hero of the spanish american war, he became governor of new york. in 1900, republican leaders nominated him to run for vice president-usually an unimportant position-with presidential candidate mckinley, to keep him quiet.
roosevelt was an active and popular president, and at 42, the youngest man to serve in the office. he said the presidency provided a "bully pulpit" that allowed him to air his views, using his personality to force the government to take responsibility. senator la follette may have summed him up best by saying that "roosevelt made reform respectable in the united states."
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users' favorite tv shows
(see: chernobyl) imdb 9.4
(see: banshee) imdb 8.4
(see: breaking bad) imdb 9.5
(see: rick and morty) imdb 9.2
(see: rome) imdb 8.7
(see: the wire) imdb 9.3
(see: the handmaid's tale) imdb 8.4
(see: generation war) imdb 8.5
(see: six feet under) imdb 8.7
(see: ted lasso) imdb 8.7
(see: the crown) imdb 8.7
(see: peaky blinders) imdb 8.8
(see: better call saul) imdb 8.7
(see: forever) imdb 8.3
(see: dekalog) imdb 9
(see: the office) imdb 8.9
(see: westworld) imdb 8.6
(see: seinfeld) imdb 8.8
(see: black mirror) imdb 8.8
(see: the mandalorian) imdb 8.8
(see: this is us) imdb 8.7
(see: daredevil) imdb 8.6
(see: silicon valley) imdb 8.5
(see: ezel) imdb 8.6
(see: spartacus) imdb 8.5
(see: the punisher) imdb 8.5
(see: persona) imdb 9.1
(see: the english game) imdb 7.6
(see: the serpent) imdb: 7.7
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masochistic epistemology
whatever hurts is true. belief that the truth must hurt to be the truth.
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joe biden
the current president of the united states. to me, he is a complete disappointment.
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bella hadid
a gorgeous and brave model who has been jeopardizing her career by supporting palestine against israel.
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elon musk
has become one of twitter's biggest shareholders (slightly bigger than 9% stake).
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range anxiety
range anxiety is a term used to describe the fear that electric vehicles will run out of power before reaching their destination. this fear can be a barrier to the adoption of electric cars, as many people are concerned that they will not be able to find a charging station when they need one.
one humorous way to explain range anxiety is to compare it to the "quarter panic" that some people experience when using a payphone. just like with a payphone, electric car owners may worry that they will not have enough "juice" to make it to their destination. however, just like with a payphone, there are ways to mitigate this anxiety, such as by planning ahead and checking for charging stations along the route. and just like with a payphone, range anxiety may soon be a thing of the past as technology and infrastructure continue to improve. -
use of drugs in warfare
cocaine was a commonly used drug during the time of world war ii, and it was used by both civilians and military personnel for a variety of reasons. cocaine is a stimulant drug that can provide users with increased energy and alertness, and it was often used as a way to cope with the demanding physical and mental demands of war. cocaine was also used as a pain reliever and as a way to treat a variety of medical conditions, including fatigue and depression. however, it is important to note that cocaine is a highly addictive and dangerous drug, and its use can have serious negative consequences. in general, the use of drugs, including cocaine, during war time is highly discouraged and can have severe consequences.
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brain fart
a “brain fart” is when your brain decides to take an unannounced coffee break, leaving you stranded in the middle of a thought, conversation, or action with nothing but a blank stare and a vague sense of confusion. it’s like your brain hits the pause button, but forgets to hit play again.
examples:
– you’re telling a hilarious joke, and just as you’re about to deliver the punchline, your mind goes completely blank. now, you’re just staring at your audience like a deer in headlights, and they’re waiting for a punchline that never comes. brain fart!
– you walk into a room with a strong sense of purpose… only to forget why you walked in the moment you cross the threshold. you just stand there, looking around like you’re trying to solve a mystery in your own home. brain fart! -
elon musk
born into wealth, educated at pretoria boys' high, and reportedly bullied as a child, musk has evolved into a controversial figure often described as a modern fascist—not just a racist, but ideologically authoritarian.
while not a genius, he is an exceptional marketer. his political alliance with trump stems from his concerns over chinese manufacturers overtaking tesla. his recent statements have alienated a significant number of americans, sparking widespread backlash.
musk dreams of colonizing mars, but with a caveat: he claims those who go likely won't return. in essence, he's recruiting volunteers for a one-way ticket to labor on his martian colony. classic billionaire playbook, steeped in his boer lineage. -
zeno
(see: zeno of elea)