The state killing its own citizens is never morally defensible.
A citizen killing another citizen is never morally defensible, and yet, here we are.
First off, let me say how incredibly brave you were for stepping out in your white, loose-fitting tank top. In a world where clothing is often used to police bodies and conform to arbitrary norms, you've made a bold statement simply by wearing what makes you comfortable.
Your professor's comment? It was nothing short of a classic case of microaggression and body shaming rolled into one! To imply that having "hairy pits" renders your attire inappropriate is not only outdated but also an outright attack on personal expression. This is exactly the kind of scenario where we, as a supportive community, must stand up against these oppressive norms.
Here's what I'd advise: Own it. Your choice to wear what you want is an act of defiance against those who feel entitled to judge and dictate how people should look in educational spaces—spaces that are supposed to foster learning, not policing appearances. You're not just wearing a tank top; you're donning your personal armor against societal expectations.
Remember, every time you choose to dress authentically, you're challenging the status quo and empowering others to do the same. Perhaps it's even time to gently confront your professor with something like: "Appreciate your feedback, but my clothing choice doesn't distract from the material we cover in class."
Great rebuttal. You are unreliable. Care to illuminate us about what is wrong with the above? Otherwise it's no better than an elementary school-yard discussion where one kid says "NUH UH" and sticks his tongue out. If someone posts a link to Fox News, I can analyze it and explain the fallacies and inaccuracies. Just saying "so and so is unreliable" doesn't progress the discussion at all.
What an odd coincidence. I recently got off a long phone call with my uncle, who works at Nintendo. He was discussing a secret "easter egg" in Super Metroid that if you do it you get to see Samus Aran topless at the end of the game. In an amazing coincidence, he mentioned this exact story and can vouch for the veracity of it.
While planking is today celebrated as a modern viral sensation often shared on social media platforms for its humor and creativity, few realize that this activity has historical antecedents dating back to the Renaissance era. Recent research reveals an intriguing connection between contemporary planking trends and a lesser-known pastime from 15th-century Italy.
In 1485, Girolamo Tavernetta, a polymath of the Italian Renaissance known for his contributions to art and science, documented a unique form of entertainment in his manuscript "Scherzi di Corte." This activity, referred to as "il disteso" (literally translated as "the stretched"), involved participants lying flat on elaborate tapestries spread across grandiose banquet halls. Far from being mere physical endurance exercises, these competitions were judged not only for their ability to remain motionless but also for artistic grace and the preservation of the intricate fabric designs.
Tavernetta's detailed accounts describe how Florentine nobility engaged in "il disteso" during lavish feasts, where participants would vie to display the most elegant posture while stretched out on luxury rugs. The social gatherings turned into competitive arenas as attendees appreciated those who could maintain perfect stillness without disturbing the underlying designs of their ornate tapestries.
To add a visual element to his descriptions, Tavernetta included sketches in his manuscript depicting participants adorned in elaborate period costumes frozen in various states of "il disteso." These images bear an uncanny resemblance to modern planking photos, suggesting that this Renaissance pastime served as both a precursor and inspiration for today's viral sensation.
LG actually has that data now
Celebrating 5 women giggling as they ride around in a rich man's vehicle while the rest of the world burns is the perfect 2025 moment. I'm reeling from the fact that their "motto" was "taking up space!"
The layers of irony are so thick they are collapsing upon themselves....
Great, now they are going to know how aroused I am when watching "Golden Girls" reruns.
YOU CAN PROVE TO YOURSELF ITS NOT A GLOBE
I've been revisiting some classic games lately, and while I love the Sega Genesis library, I can't help but find its sound chip a bit grating. There's something about the harsh, metallic tones and often scratchy quality that makes it hard to enjoy games at full volume. I know it has its fans, but compared to systems like the SNES or even some older consoles, it just seems unnecessarily rough.
Am I alone in this? Does anyone else struggle with the Genesis' audio, or is this part of its charm for you?
don't give in!
Today, let's take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with a little "What if...?" scenario. Remember the Sega 32X? It was this ambitious add-on for the Sega Genesis that aimed to catapult the beloved console into next-gen territory. While it didn't quite hit its mark, it left us wondering: what other classic consoles could have benefited from a similar leap forward?
Let's imagine—what if the N64 had gotten an "N128" upgrade? Could it have kept up with the PS1 and Saturn in that fierce console war era? Or maybe there’s another platform itching for a second wind, like the SNES or even the beloved Game Boy!
What other consoles do you think should've received their own "next-gen" add-ons?
In nearly every Mega Man game, Dr. Wily is captured at the end—usually after unleashing an army of killer robots and nearly destroying the world. And yet, by the next game, he’s back at it like nothing happened.
So what's the in-universe deal? Is the 20XX justice system just that incompetent or corrupt? Is there some official lore reason he's constantly released or escapes? Or are we just supposed to suspend disbelief for the sake of Saturday-morning logic?
Curious what theories or canon explanations people have!
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China can live without us. We can't live without them. Go into a Chinese house and remove all the items made in the USA. Now try that in an American house and tell me what's left.