Sir_Kevin 3 hours ago • 75%
So true. If you're not following the life script people freak the fuck out. Want to live in a vehicle? Don't want kids? Don't want to be married? Into BDSM? Your political views land on both sides? People just don't know what to do with anyone that doesn't fit in a box.
Sir_Kevin 4 hours ago • 100%
And they all have backdoors to at least one government. Privacy has been dead for years.
Sir_Kevin 19 hours ago • 100%
It also doesn't seem to let you edit anything more then a mile away from your physical location. I get that they want accuracy but it's preventing me from editing incorrect information to a place I have just been.
Sir_Kevin 20 hours ago • 100%
F-Droid link: StreetComplete (OpenStreetMap surveyor app) https://f-droid.org/packages/de.westnordost.streetcomplete/
Sir_Kevin 2 days ago • 100%
No kiddin? That's interesting af. I'll have to look into it.
Sir_Kevin 2 days ago • 100%
I believe I am undiagnosed autistic, but there seems to be some parallels with ADHD.
Sir_Kevin 2 days ago • 100%
Exactly! You need a day to recover. Then day two will be consumed by your family. Day three you're back in the fire because it's Monday already 😢
Sir_Kevin 2 days ago • 100%
"Make no mistake, the events that occurred... were the results of an armed perpetrator"
No, your idiot cop shooting someone in the head was the result of your idiot cop shooting someone in the head.
Sir_Kevin 4 days ago • 100%
Myself.
Sir_Kevin 4 days ago • 100%
The sequel to Pete Docter’s Oscar-winning 2015 blockbuster is Pixar’s biggest hit in years, and it’s not even close. Inside Out 2 isn’t just Pixar’s highest-grossing film. It’s the highest-grossing animated movie of all time, sitting at a jaw-dropping $1.6 billion at the worldwide box office. It’s a stunning turn of events when considering the studio’s aforementioned recent struggles. And who doesn’t love a redemption story, especially when a brand as beloved and nostalgic as Pixar is involved?
But for many of the workers behind Inside Out 2, its record-shattering success is more than a little bittersweet. As reported earlier this year, the studio began layoffs affecting 175 workers, or 14% of its staff, in May. And not only are laid-off employees unable to benefit from a bonus for Inside Out 2’s success – some are also recovering from what several sources describe as an “unprecedented” crunch surrounding Inside Out 2.
Sounds like the usual corporate greed we're seeing everywhere.
Sir_Kevin 4 days ago • 100%
NYC is going to look like SF soon.
Sir_Kevin 4 days ago • 66%
Corporations/governments didn't take the major steps required. It is already too late.
Sir_Kevin 5 days ago • 100%
Dude was camped out in the bushes waiting for Trump to get closer while golfing. Secret Service spotted him while doing a sweep and opened fire. How is that a nothing story?
Sir_Kevin 5 days ago • 90%
I have one of these assholes next door. It could be 4 in the morning and said shit, revving in the driveway for ten+ minutes before riding off. Then you still have to wait for them to get a hold away before you get any peace. These same shit stains are always blasting classic rock through their tiny motorcycle speakers loud enough to hear over the already deafening exhaust.
But he's not even the worst offender on my street. There are three homes, each with more vehicles than driveway that have diesel trucks and wannabe race cars. For whatever reason these idiots all leave their shit idling for up to an hour at a time. It is not unusual for multiple vehicles to just be running at any given time day or night while my personal possessions vibrate uncontrollably. There may also be music blasting from one or more of these vehicles. The noise is the worst part but depending on the wind I also get exhaust fumes entering my bedroom when I'm just trying to exist.
If you guessed that this is in Florida you'd be right. Can't wait to escape this hellhole.
Sir_Kevin 7 days ago • 100%
He says that like everyone is clamoring to go live on Mars. I just want food and shelter, can we start with that?
Sir_Kevin 7 days ago • 50%
I was using a shower after every shit to wash properly.
Sir_Kevin 1 week ago • 100%
This implies that we have jobs to begin with.
Sir_Kevin 1 week ago • 57%
I feel like most intelligent people are now on the bidet bandwagon, but it still blows my mind how many people I know that still resist using one (even when readily available). Quit being fuckin disgusting!
Some of these same people wonder why their sex life is mediocre at best. Maybe it's your hygiene. Just sayin.
Sir_Kevin 1 week ago • 100%
I use my knuckles for pretty much any object that is public. If I must pull a door handle I use my pinkie (or my foot if no one's looking).
Sir_Kevin 1 week ago • 100%
Meanwhile "American" auto companies have been doing manufacturing in mexico for years.
Sir_Kevin 1 week ago • 100%
Video Link:
Fuck the police. And fuck Miami/Dade police extra hard in particular. Their corruption is in competition with NYC and L.A.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Fail Army is pretty much all that I've watched this week.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Somewhat related: Pico's full body trackers are due for release soon. No PC or base stations necessary.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
My gf was suckered into getting a master's degree. It was the worst financial decision of her life. The financial burden has caused her to spiral into a dark place which in turn has effected our relationship and my mental state as well. That's on top of my own issues. I could really use some health care.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Should have stopped at a dollar amount that'd be under the radar.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
The US makes Billions of dollars annually from Saudi Arabia and Israel, so they don't care when either of them murder, torture or rape people even when it's children.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
That checks out
Does anybody know if Arizona Sunshine 2 supports cross-play between different platforms? e.g. Can players on Quest/Pico/Steam play together?
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Yeah you might be into something. Most of the time they're not in the vehicle but derping around near it. Maybe they like killing what's left of their brain cells.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
I think that's around the same time I cut the cord. I moved shortly after 9/11 and didn't see the point in subscribing. I left my (CRT) TV behind too rather than waste space in the truck for it. I haven't owned a TV since.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
AR-15's are not automatic. Also, automatic firearms are already illegal for the majority of civilians.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
I wish I could understand that shit. Even now as I type this some asshole is idling their truck. This shit goes on all fucking day. I wish i could say it's only one offender but it's many. Does the noise make their dicks hard or something? I don't get it.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Time to bail. Fuck that shit.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Yeah that's pretty fucked
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
I would suggest getting on as late as possible (when most of the kids are asleep). Then it's just a matter of world hopping until you find some people you relate to. If you have a gaming PC you can run the PC version of VRChat. There are many worlds that can only be accessed on PC and they tend to have more mature people. But even if you're just on Quest there are plenty of folks on there. In time you'll build a friend list and find your people.
This youtube channel is the gold standard as far as vrchat guides: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMMBpWfWUd3xlcOxrot_neA
Meta is releasing a new budget headset this holiday season. You could also opt for an old Quest 2 for hella cheap. They're showing their age but it'll get you in there to see how you like it.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Would you suddenly trust google if there was an s?
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
VR + VRChat has been life changing for many people in similar situations. I would highly suggest checking it out if at all possible. Seek out adult groups/worlds. You can still have a very social life in VR. That shit saved me during COVID and I ended up in a long term relationship.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
I was feeling the same way, so I quit my shitty job. I have since been trying to find new income in a way that won't wreck me mentally. It's been nearly two years and I'm still searching. That probably doesn't help any but know that you're not alone.
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
This is pretty accurate for me. I've got plenty of friends. But no time to get out. I barely have time for my self. I'm only able to type this message because I'm irresponsibly still awake at 6:30am jesus christ I really should go to bed!
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
Way to go mom, wtf
Sir_Kevin 2 weeks ago • 100%
I fucking owe them??? They presented me with wrong info and wasted my time, fuel and stress. I don't owe anyone shit! Make a good product and I will gladly pay for it. Send me off to a dead end, I owe nothing. What kind of stupid ass logic is that? Fuck out of here. That argument is fine if we're talking about a video game or some shit. What if we were trying to find a hospital?
It's on sale on Steam and Pico (I assume it's cross platform) but I don't want to waste my money if it's all just children on there.
Anyone else having problems with the UI in landscape? Pressing the hamburger menu crashes the app entirely. Other elements sometimes acts like the Back button. Yet everything works perfectly in portrait.
These have been in beta testing for awhile. I'm not sure if they're supposed to be for sale yet but I'm seeing a few sellers on AliExpress offering them for around $60. VRChat just released on Pico about a week ago. I don't know if support for these has been implemented yet. Please comment if you have any insight!
As of 3 November, according to Ministry of Health data, 2326 women and 3760 children have been killed in the Gaza strip, representing 67% of all casualties, while thousands more have been injured. This means that 420 children are killed or injured every day, some of them only a few months old.
As of 3 November, according to Ministry of Health data, 2326 women and 3760 children have been killed in the Gaza strip, representing 67% of all casualties, while thousands more have been injured. This means that 420 children are killed or injured every day, some of them only a few months old.
As of 3 November, according to Ministry of Health data, 2326 women and 3760 children have been killed in the Gaza strip, representing 67% of all casualties, while thousands more have been injured. This means that 420 children are killed or injured every day, some of them only a few months old.
It runs better than expected, although the resolution seems a bit low. Hopefully they can bump that up a bit.
Lubbock County, Texas, joins a group of other rural Texas counties that have voted to ban women from using their roads to seek abortions. This comes after six cities and counties in Texas have passed abortion-related bans, out of nine that have considered them. However, this ordinance makes Lubbock the biggest jurisdiction yet to pass restrictions on abortion-related transportation. During Monday's meeting, the Lubbock County Commissioners Court passed an ordinance banning abortion, abortion-inducing drugs and travel for abortion in the unincorporated areas of Lubbock County, declaring Lubbock County a "Sanctuary County for the Unborn." The ordinance is part of a continued strategy by conservative activists to further restrict abortion since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade as the ordinances are meant to bolster Texas' existing abortion ban, which allows private citizens to sue anyone who provides or "aids or abets" an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy. The ordinance, which was introduced to the court last Wednesday, was passed by a vote of 3-0 with commissioners Terence Kovar, Jason Corley and Jordan Rackler, all Republicans, voting to pass the legislation while County Judge Curtis Parrish, Republican, and Commissioner Gilbert Flores, Democrat, abstained from the vote.
The water level at a major river port in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest hit its lowest point in at least 121 years on Monday, as a historic drought upends the lives of hundreds of thousands of people and damages the jungle ecosystem. Rapidly drying tributaries to the mighty Amazon river have left boats stranded, cutting off food and water supplies to remote jungle villages, while high water temperatures are suspected of killing more than 100 endangered river dolphins. The port in Manaus, the region’s most populous city located where the Negro river meets the Amazon river, recorded a water level of 13.59 meters on Monday, according to its website. That’s the lowest level since records began in 1902, passing a previous all-time low set in 2010. Some areas of the Amazon have seen the lowest rain levels from July to September since 1980, according to the Brazilian government disaster alert center Cemaden.
These are the same mosquitos that pass lyme and other diseases. They're all over the world where there are tropical climates. This is relevant because climate change is making more areas suitable for these insects to live and breed. As those areas expand, the human population is going to have to change infrastructure to compensate. Any surface where water can stand for a length of time is a breeding ground for mosquitos. Many parts of the world don't have safeguards like screens over windows and such to prevent insects from entering homes.
Since the URL may expire I have pasted the job post below: Position Overview: Koniag Management Solutions (KMS) is looking for a highly qualified Video Game Designer to support our government customer located in Fort Eustis, VA. This opportunity offers the chance to work with some of the best and brightest minds in the Department of Defense (DoD) and US Industry to develop and implement Training and Education (T&E) products and support services for the Department of the Army and its Army Virtual Learning Environment (AVLE) 2.0. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: AVLE 2.0 is a revolutionary concept that will shift the way the Army develops and delivers training and education products to the total force. AVLE 2.0 leverages new learning using technologies in courseware design and delivery to enable the execution of rigorous, relevant, and tailorable learning content at the point of need. The AVLE 2.0 provides a total Army capability that will enable a dynamic learning environment to support the Active, Reserve and Army Civilian professional workforce with products developed at the newly defined interactivity levels of 0 through 4. AVLE 2.0 provides the Army the ability to achieve a more effective and efficient T&E environment that will establish the conditions that are vital for the preparation of mission-ready Soldiers, leaders, civilians, and organizations. AVLE 2.0 provides T&E, which can be delivered anytime and anywhere, with or without an instructor, to new and varied delivery platforms. The successful candidate will provide the following: Support the provision of an Army Virtual Learning Environment (AVLE) 2.0 for Training and Education (T&E) products for the Department of the Army. The AVLE 2.0 provides a total Army capability that will enable a dynamic learning environment to support the Active, Reserve and Army Civilian professional workforce with products developed at the newly defined interactivity levels of 0 through 4. Design and develop video games for the AVLE 2.0, focusing on T&E products for the US Army Collaborating with stakeholders, instructional designers, and subject matter experts to understand training objectives and requirements for AVLE 2.0 Utilize computer graphic techniques and tools to create visually appealing and immersive gaming experiences. Develop game mechanics, gameplay systems, and level designs that provide a dynamic learning environment. Incorporate scoring and assessment mechanisms specific to Army Games for Training (AGFT), allowing for effective tracking and evaluation of learner performance. Implement scoring mechanisms for Distributed Learning (DL) within AGFT Integrate immersive multimedia or computer-simulated virtual or augmented reality elements into the game design, creating real-life scenarios where learners respond to sensory cues. Conduct user testing and gathering feedback to refine and improve the gameplay mechanics, visuals, and overall user experience of the games. Collaborate with the development team, including programmers, artists, and sound designers, to ensure the successful implementation of game design elements. Optimize game performance, including load times, frame rates, and memory usage, to ensure smooth gameplay experiences. Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in video game design, computer graphics, VR development, and immersive learning experiences. Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: B.S. of Computer Science (Specialization in Computer Graphics) Minimum of five (5) years of paid experience developing successful Army Games for Training (AGFT) scoring DL that must have included successful development. Minimum of at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft C# in support VR development Experience with Level 4 IMI - immersive multimedia or computer-simulated virtual or augmented reality, in which the learner engages in a real-life scenario responding to sensory cues. Knowledge of the US Army, TRADOC or The Army Distributed Learning Program (TADLP) is a plus.
CNN — More than a hundred dolphins have been found dead in the Brazilian Amazon amid an historic drought and record-high water temperatures that in places have exceeded 102 degrees Fahrenheit. The dead dolphins were all found in Lake Tefé over the past seven days, according to the Mamirauá Institute, a research facility funded by the Brazilian Ministry of Science. The institute said such a high number of deaths was unusual and suggested record-high lake temperatures and an historic drought in the Amazon may have been the cause. The news is likely to add to the concerns of climate scientists over the effects human activity and extreme droughts are having on the region. “It’s still early to determine the cause of this extreme event but according to our experts, it is certainly connected to the drought period and high temperatures in Lake Tefé, in which some points are exceeding 39 degrees Celsius (102 degrees Fahrenheit),” the institute said in comments carried by CNN affiliate CNN Brasil. The Amazon River, the world’s largest waterway, is currently in the dry season, and several specimens of river fauna are also suffering from record-high temperatures. Researchers and activists are trying to rescue surviving dolphins by transferring them from lagoons and ponds in the outskirts to the main body of the river where the water is cooler, reported CNN Brasil, but the operation is not easy due to the remoteness of the area. “Transferring river dolphins to other rivers is not that safe because it’s important to verify if toxins or viruses are present [before releasing the animals into the wild],” André Coelho, a researcher at the Mamiraua Institute, told CNN Brasil. The drought in the Amazon is impacting the economy as well. Below average levels of water have been reported in 59 municipalities in Amazonas State, impeding both transport and fishing activities on the river. Authorities expect even more acute droughts over the next couple of weeks, which could result in further deaths of dolphins, CNN Brasil reported.
They can't have their own account until they're 13 but they're allowed on the platform. I think Meta is making the VR experience worse for everyone but greed is steering that boat.