JKane

I know what you're saying, but mask wearing on aircraft/public transit *is* federally mandated. Forcing the code out of the Flight Attendants I don't see as a problem, what are they going to do that's worth than the prospect of a fiery death? Few of these dumbasses have attacked the cockpit though. I kinda hope the worst of them keep it up and have to explain to a future employer why they can't ever fly again.

Have been watching Peacemaker and being increasingly amused by it. All the references and Easter eggs got me to look up this and binge it over the weekend, pretty damn good:

You know, somebody on the left side says something you can come up with a bad take on and they're possibly ruined. Meanwhile, Gaetz, Trump, and dozens of others laugh their asses off, there's seemingly not only anything they can say bad enough to threaten them... but actual things they've DONE don't either.

Think with the big head, not the small one! Pay upfront guys are never worthwhile. Usually they're in a big city where they can hustle visitors without worry. But it can also be a danger from a law enforcement perspective. Spelling out what you're paying to do and collecting the cash is an open and shut case.

It is surprisingly good, though bit of a soap opera--think Dallas. Semi-related 1883 is even better, I'd say. Turns out the Oregon Trail was a real hoot.

Starting to feel like these idiots are actively competing for Darwin awards. Truth be told, every time I hear of a death like this one I cheer up a little and kind of wish all the hardcore anti-vaxxers would just die at once. Little of value would be lost and the world would be a better place. Unfortunately, dragging it out over years is giving the virus plenty of room to mutate and endanger the less-idiotic.

Eric Trump says what? Speaking of:

Such a shitheel... And what is extra terrifying is many of these are for positions of authority in future elections, such as Secretaries of State! Yesterday's news coverage... Even turd blossom!

Wheel of Time, on the other hand, I'm really starting to like. At first I was worried because the first episode was good and the next two weren't that exciting, thought it would be like Foundation, but then the 4th episode hit it out of the park and I am eager for more!

I was VERY DISSAPOINTED by Foundation. First episode was interesting and then NOTHING HAPPENS through the end of the season even the finale episode! https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/09/24/foundation-is-beautiful-lavish-and-boring-say-reviews Can't believe it already has a second season green-lit. I wonder if anything's going to change now that everybody's fallen asleep through the rest of the season...

Also have the 6 Pro. I came from a Pixel 3 and really prefer the Pixel phones because they get better over time, even years later. Android updates flow through with no carrier or OEM interference. I generally prefer smaller phones but went with the Pro because it has a 4x lens, I think more RAM, and really wasn't much bigger than the 6. The camera is really damn good, and the Google Photos cloud and services are pretty great. I really wish they hadn't fucked up the fingerprint scanner, far preferred the back one on previous Pixels. Better location and usually faster. Working on getting used to the new gestures (though I could turn on the old-style bottom buttons if I wanted) and other Android 12 changes. I wouldn't say it's noticeably quicker, once in a while I almost feel it lag briefly, but that's likely to improve over time as things optimize for the new CPU. Otherwise, it's pretty good and is already getting improvements pushed to it. The styling is growing on me, the Pro has rounded edges like my last Samsung, the Galaxy Edge. Feels really thin. Also without a case it's very slippery--slid off my couch twice somehow. Size difference doesn't bother me much, sometimes wish it was smaller in my pocket, sometimes appreciate the bigger screen. It's flagship specs at lower cost than most. Eventually they're releasing the 6a that'll be even cheaper (though the previous 'a' models lacked wireless charging which was a deal breaker for me).

Kind of sad that we used to have real conspiracy theories and sometimes intelligent discussion of them, and now we have...

Kinda think the Secret Service fucked up the worst way possible but entirely on accident and that's why all the secrecy.

Also, if you haven't seen it, or want to again, ONLY ONE MORE WEEK ON HBO Max. Leaves 11/22!!!

Tomorrow is the big day (in the US), who has their IMAX tickets?? I have a pair for 6:30PM on Thursday. If you haven't already purchased you may have to go a week or two into the future... As I've said, IMAX is really worthwhile for this movie if you have the chance. Yes, it'll be on HBOMax too but even if you have a good screen and home theater IMAX with Dolby laser and Atmos is really worth it for first time. Save home theater for 2nd or third (can't imagine not wanting to watch several times). AP loved it: https://apnews.com/article/film-reviews-entertainment-reviews-arts-and-entertainment-fiction-69aed702f55411a882161f3bfcda9bff

Not one in Los Angeles...