Is there a data hoarding community on Lemmy or is this basically it?
Or apartheid South Africa, Nazi Germany, West and East Germany, Yugoslavia, South Vietnam, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, the USSR, etc. Countries change all the time. Normal people don't care they just keep on living their lives. They're just lines on a map. It's weird people don't understand this.
Learning about that now listening to Dan Carlin's Hardcore History. Didn't expect the episodes to be so long with how highly recommended it was lol.
Good Practical, Comfortable Shoes for Work and Daily Life?
I need some new shoes for every day work and walking. I basically only have one pair of casual shoes, one pair of running and gym shoes, and one pair of dress shoes right now, and the first one is falling apart.
I spend most of the day in slacks and collared shirts sitting at a computer, but my work site also involves multiple buildings about 10-15 minutes walk from each other, so that surprisingly the walking and standing can add up throughout the day. Plus, like I said, only got one pair of shoes right now, so I literally wear them all the time for almost everything.
So it would be nice if I could just wear them in normal life, too, so they look good hanging out with friends, going to an amusement park, or going on a stroll. Or maybe I just need to get another pair of shoes, so I can have some that are comfortable and some that look good when I go out to a nice bar or whatever lol.
What do you guys suggest? What shoes do you guys wear for the office or normal every day use? Just white sneakers or something else? What brands or styles?
EDIT: Loving all the recommendations so far! Keep 'em coming!
Honestly she's the only other one I can think of.
Ooh right as World's is starting.
Seems like a lot of variety of opinions. I wonder if my partner and I will come out of the story with two very different opinions. I'm going to try to hold back mine if I end up not liking the newer story as much as the older one, in case they do end up liking it a lot lol.
That second paragraph makes me feel a lot better. If my partner gets a better experience because they haven't played the original, then hey, all the better lol. It's the story I was most worried about, that by changing things they were making it worse for new players just to surprise old ones. But if they're still keeping a good story, or hell making it better by updating for modern sensibilities, then that's great.
Also crossing my fingers they don't white wash Sephiroth's character too much 🤞 If they do, guess I won't play that side gacha game lol.
Haha I think you nailed exactly where I'm coming from, what made me confused, suspicious, and what emotional beats I was hoping they wouldn't ruin, like at the end of the OG's disc 1 or a certain twist in disc 2 (which I know we haven't gotten to yet, but it's probably why I won't show them Crisis Core Réunion until after the third in the trilogy, because I heard it blows that twist). It sounds like the creators of the game might be causing this distress to me on purpose, but it doesn't change as much as I think, which would be great, that would be perfect lol. Especially if it really only affects me because I've played the original, without it sacrificing a good story for my partner who hasn't played the original. I don't want it just to be a commentary on remakes or something, because while that would be cool for me, that wouldn't mean anything to them. But if they still get a great experience, too, hell, even a better experience than me, that would be even better. Because I still have the original, I've already fallen in love with the world and the characters. I want a new generation of fans to feel that, too, without needing a PSN Premium subscription lol.
I absolutely loved the way Remake delved more into the various characters and how it treated all of them with respect and love, they felt like real people but still felt unique. Barrett was silly but still cool and passionate. Cloud was edgy and a badass but he had his occasional soft side. Tifa and Aerith's budding friendship is so nice and they both have great relationships with each other and Cloud. And I loved the additional detail on the Avalanche trio. Remake was actually absolutely perfect for me, it's exactly the right addition of detail and I love it, and it's gotten my partner interested in the world of FF7 for the first time, which is also great. It was only the end that made me cock an eyebrow, like you said lol. If Rebirth is more of that, which it sounds like it is, I'm so excited! It makes me want to get the game right now.
Thabks for the amazing, detailed answer. This is exactly what I was looking for.
Related to the end: while it made me kind of worried about what it hinted for changes in the next game (especially one scene at the very end I thought was a big deal about revealing a certain character which would cause huge ripples) my partner had no qualms. They got the general idea that something happened before, but it's changing, which I guess to them would probably just be like any other prophecy based plot, and just kind of left all other questions to be answered in the next game. I suppose that's not too different from where I was when I left Midgar in the original, though.
Oh ya, for sure. I get that and not taking refugees isn't great and sucks. Still, they may be doing it for selfish reasons, but opposing the genocidal state of Israel materially is still better than arming them, like the US is doing, or doing nothing but stern words, like most of the rest of the world is doing.
If two groups claim a territory at the same time, and both have lived there on and off for a few thousand years depending on the activity of dozens of wars. Who exactly has the right to it?
That's why I support a one-state solution. They can coexist peacefully and have in the past before the more aggressive revisionist Zionist movement started popping up. Jewish people were better off in the Ottoman Empire than the rest of antisemitic Europe for large periods of time. Plus, they're doing fine in the US. That's proof enough that ethnostates aren't needed. It's just an excuse for Europe to not deal with their own antisemitism.
Doing nothing has gotten them killed, too. Look at the West Bank. Look at the March of Return. Doesn't Palestine have a right to defend themselves?
Also, there are tons of Palestinians refugees. 1.9 million have already been forced to flee their homes in this conflict, and there are 2.4-5.6 million from previous ones. They mostly go to Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Egypt.
Darn that's too bad. There are certain things I experienced the first time playing I'd love for them to experience, too.
Is Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Good for People Who Haven't Played the Original?
I have, but I'm going through the Remake trilogy and my partner is watching me complete the game. As far as I know they have somehow stayed unspoiled this whole time, so I'm going to try to keep it that way as long as I can. I'm playing Remake on Hard to remember the story and delay until my next paycheck, but will zoom through as fast as I can to get any cool stuff I missed and then jump into Rebirth.
But I'm just curious, will they still enjoy Rebirth as much as I enjoyed the original games? Or do they change too many things for the sake of the meta-narrative? They are adamant they won't play the original btw, they are watching me play for the story while on their phone, and I don't think will be able to get past the old graphics and lack of voice acting, so I suspect the "This is a sequel, just play the original game" line I keep seeing on Reddit won't fly for them.
I haven't played Astro Bot yet but that sucks =(
I wonder what the reason is.
Maybe they're helping Palestine because they don't want tons of refugees? Israel is determined to ethnically cleanse millions of citizens and it makes sense that none of the surrounding countries want to deal with that. The best thing for their self-interest, and luckily ethics in general, is to stop Israel's continuous genocidal campaign.
You could easily go back and watch the first two after Romulus. No need for homework.
I still liked Romulus, but it's definitely despite that eye rolling line.
To me, that's kind of good news, if that means essentially only one place is building new coal plants and it's the same place that's building a ton of new solar plants and EV's, too.
I haven't caught up with Dark Horse in a long time. I'm going to have to remember to pass by their booth next time I'm at a comic con.
What's Your Favorite Blumhouse Movie?
cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/42813294
> Hey Lemmy, > > What are your favorite horror movies from Blumhouse? > > I went to Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights this year and they had the whole tram Blumhouse themed. I liked to watch horror movies during this spooky season, so i think catching up on some of these ones seems like a good place to start this year.
What's Your Favorite Blumhouse Movie?
cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/42813294
> Hey Lemmy, > > What are your favorite horror movies from Blumhouse? > > I went to Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights this year and they had the whole tram Blumhouse themed. I liked to watch horror movies during this spooky season, so i think catching up on some of these ones seems like a good place to start this year.
What's Your Favorite Blumhouse Movie?
Hey Lemmy,
What are your favorite horror movies from Blumhouse?
I went to Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights this year and they had the whole tram Blumhouse themed. I liked to watch horror movies during this spooky season, so i think catching up on some of these ones seems like a good place to start this year.
Halloween Horror Nights vs Fright Fest vs Scary Farm?
It's that spooky time of year again! Anyone here have thoughts about the big scary amusement park events in the area?
Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights vs Six Flags Fright Fest vs Knotts Scary Farm
For people who enjoy these scary, fun events, which do you prefer most? Are there other Halloween events in Los Angeles you prefer more (Los Angeles Haunted Hay Ride or Queen Mary's Dark Harbour, for example)?
4.7 Earthquake in Malibu
A 4.6 magnitude earthquake in of Malibu rattled Southern California Thursday.
USGS says it's 4.7, so going with that despite it being different from the LA Times headline.
What Happened With Trump At Arlington?
What I think I know : They tried to take a picture at Arlington National Cemetery, but couldn't? There was a physical altercation maybe? But the Trump campaign said there wasn't?
Is there more to this? Can someone explain to me the context of how this is a scandal?
Like I hate Trump but I don't understand why this is a big deal. It doesn't seem to involve the man personally, just some staffers who had an argument with a cemetery worker, and seems like small potatoes compared to other scandals he's had. Is it because of how sacred the cemetary is, or did they get into an actual fist fight, or did Trump personally interfere in some way?
Nature is Fucking Lit
I'd love a Nature is Fucking Lit community over here on Lemmy. I just saw the cutest post on Reddit there and I'd love to spread it or see it over here. (I look at reddit without a profile while at my work computer sometimes, don't judge me lol).
Think I should post it to the lemmy.world one to revive that one? Looks like that hasn't been active in a few months.
I also wonder if it's better to use this opportunity when it's possibly dead to revive the community somewhere else? Like maybe mander.xyz since nature is connected to science or something? Or maybe the solar punk instance? Is there a better place someone can think of or should we stick to the Lemmy.world one?
What do people think?
How is LCS Best of 3's So far? (Week 2)
I know it's probably too early to tell but I've been working weekends lately so it's been hard to watch the LCS and catch up, even though I was excited about this season. How are people enjoying the changes? Bo3's seem like a positive change so far?
What about people from other regions? Have they had changes to their esports that seem positive or negative so far?
Do You Add Extra Storage to Your Playstation?
I'm considering buying some extra storage space for my PS5. Last time I was out of town, my partner tried to play a game and they couldn't, because I deleted it to make room. They went to download it but it was out of space, so of course they didn't want to delete anything. That makes me sad because I want to encourage them to use it and game lol. Plus, I think it would make it easier rather than always downloading and deleting things.
Have other people bought extra storage for PS5? What kind would you recommend?
Do you go for internal or external? Do you have the heat sink if an internal one? Is 4TB enough or overkill? I think I saw that amount somewhere once (unless I imagined it) but maybe 1 or 2 TB is good, and probably easier to find.
Two French Boys Accused of Raping 12-Year Old Girl In Act of Antisemitism
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How is The Watchers (2024)?
We're looking at movies to watch for Father's Day and my dad has already watched most of the ones out right now, so that eliminates the ones I want to see (Furiosa, The Fall Guy) and he's not interested in Planet of the Apes. That basically leaves the Watchers.
Anyone see it yet and have any opinions on it? Going either way to spend time with my father, but want to know how low to set my mind expectations lol.
Where to Start With Ursula K. LeGuin?
cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/34435904
> I've been seeing her name a lot lately in terms of good science fiction and fantasy. I feel like I've lost so much attention span in terms of my ability to read and stuff and I'd like to start getting back into it, perhaps starting with her (or Terry Pratchett lol). > > If I start with her, what's a good place to start with her work?
Good Place to Start With Ursula K. LeGuin?
I've been seeing her name a lot lately in terms of good science fiction and fantasy. I feel like I've lost so much attention span in terms of my ability to read and stuff and I'd like to start getting back into it, perhaps starting with her (or Terry Pratchett lol).
If I start with her, what's a good place to start with her work?
What is the up with the beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar? And what about J. Cole?
I know they're posting diss tracks against each other, but I'm not sure why? What made this start? And how was J. Cole involved? And how has this feud evolved so far?
I feel so out of the loop on this one! All I see is reaction images of the songs and Kendrick destroying Drake, but without the context of why they were posted, I'm still confused.
Wizards Of The Coast President Cynthia Williams Steps Down
It was recently announced that Cynthia Williams be stepping down as the President of Wizards of the Coast. We look at what this means for the future of D&D.
cross-posted from: https://programming.dev/post/12955133
> Wizards Of The Coast President Cynthia Williams Steps Down