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@scotinus

Liberal transplant from Scotland to the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Music, science, politics, software, American exceptionalism sarcasm, MMT, saving democracy and dogs. Crypto-naysayer; it's a bigger fool pyramid - fun until it's not. Post.News refugee.

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Because we backed ourselves into a corner and had no choice. #Winning

14.03.2026 19:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

They came to the end of the track.

14.03.2026 19:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Then think of all the Republicans like Lindsey Graham and Ted Cruz who cannot wait to tell a camera how wonderful things are.

14.03.2026 19:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes the Hermione Strait, like in Harry Potter.

14.03.2026 19:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ˜πŸ‘Š

14.03.2026 19:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I understand the sentiment, but how exactly does this play out? Let's assume millions of us get armed to the teeth, then what? There is no scenario in the multiverse where those Joe Lefties end up with one foot on a dead man's (government's?) chest blowing smoke from the barrel, in victory.

14.03.2026 19:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Iran warns of retaliation after US bombing of Kharg Island Trump urges countries to send warships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.

It's weird during a war when both sides are throwing bombs at the other and there are retaliation threats for bombs that hit their target. How do we track which is a regular bomb and which is retaliation? I mean you could put an "R" on one but that wouldn't help. www.politico.eu/article/iran...

14.03.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Dang. I'd ask them something polite like "what the hell is that you *do* eat, anyway?" and go from there.

14.03.2026 18:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yeah, he feared Blue Origin would lose out to Space X if he didn't dance like a good little billionaire.

14.03.2026 17:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Millions dropped their subscriptions because of his ass-holery. In Trump v1 the Washington Post was there for the resistance. He had something he could have made really special. But he sold out.

14.03.2026 17:24 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

He'll thank you for that one I'm sure! 😁

14.03.2026 17:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, it does help to know that he is a deeply miserable man, insatiable, petty and mean. The cruelty he inflicts is a reflection of the pain that drives him, from within his festering core. Hell is him on the inside. Yes, some solace but not nearly enough.

14.03.2026 17:19 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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UFC fighters to train FBI agents at Quantico Athletes will visit the FBI academy this weekend to give a seminar on fighting techniques and tactics.

In our complex interconnected world, IT, signal intelligence and AI are transforming the art of criminal investigation. Paving the way at the FBI helm is Kash Patel, who is readily preparing our agents to lead us into this brave new world, by building their .. umm .. hand to hand combat skills. πŸ™„

14.03.2026 17:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, indeed. What it says about Americans is the part I find truly horrific. How can so many people live such disconnected, ignorant lives, that they fail to see it?

14.03.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

At the risk of pouring water on anyone's #PiDay celebrations, I think it's important to note that 22/7 is closer to PI than 3.14.

14.03.2026 16:58 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I'm certain it will as there really is a need in computer science. The previous best source of randomization that I was aware of, is a number series derived from the Cosmic Microwave Background, but I'm sure even that has some hidden structure to it.

14.03.2026 16:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Brutally accurate; beautifully horrific.

14.03.2026 16:18 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

I had a brief DM with him a few months ago but now it shows his account is deactivated.

14.03.2026 16:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

"Quick! Grab hold of this anchor.."

14.03.2026 16:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We’ve finally cracked how to make truly random numbers From machine learning to voting, the workings of the world demand randomisation, but true sources of randomness are surprisingly hard to find. Now quantum mechanics has supplied the answer

Sometimes my posts follow a trend. This one is totally random. www.newscientist.com/article/2494...

14.03.2026 16:09 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

You're right of course. But I would pay every penny again once he's done to put it back the way it was before him.

14.03.2026 06:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Perhaps they meant 'legal with the apostrophe and a mean snarl.

14.03.2026 06:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

These are under-rated posts. She's like a SNL parody of herself. It's quite extraordinary.

14.03.2026 06:52 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Also, sleeper cells. Those fuckers are pissed from being woken up. I mean one minute they're living the good life on the sleeper per diem and next it's bam, get your terror hat on. I think we have to consider them a threat.

14.03.2026 05:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump Meme Coin Price, Trading Volume Skyrocket as Holders Vie for Exclusive Event Access - Decrypt President Donald Trump's meme coin has surged by 35%, with top holders stacking Solana-based tokens to earn access to an exclusive event.

Put tokens in the clown's mouth to win a prize.
decrypt.co/361063/trump...

14.03.2026 02:37 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Karoline Leavitt’s stunning admission on Trump war plans sends shockwaves: β€˜unbelievable’ White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt sparked a frenzy on Sunday after making a startling admission as to President Donald Trump’s plans for the ongoing U.S.-Israel military siege on Iran.β€œMoth...

Trump considers instigating the draft to FORCE Americans to fight in Epstein's war.
www.rawstory.com/karoline-lea...

13.03.2026 15:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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$100 million in trading fees! Definitely not a scam then.
futurism.com/future-socie...

13.03.2026 02:41 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The horns in his forehead are almost popping through.

12.03.2026 05:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I heard he was photographed masturbating in the ladies gym. "Chugging one out for the boys!" he was heard panting, supposedly. I hope it's not true but we'll find out. Many people are saying it.

12.03.2026 01:45 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A black-and-white montage portrait of pioneering American virologist Charlotte Friend (1921–1987), who discovered the Friend leukemia virus and advanced understanding of retroviruses and cancer. The main image shows her in her laboratory, seated at a compound microscope in a research setting lined with shelves of scientific books and journals. She is a middle-aged woman with short, neatly styled dark hair, wearing round-framed eyeglasses, a pearl necklace, and a white lab coat over a patterned blouse with a floral collar. She smiles warmly and confidently at the camera, one hand resting near the microscope's stage, conveying dedication, intelligence, and approachability. In the lower right corner is a smaller inset close-up portrait of a younger Charlotte Friend, smiling brightly with softer features, short wavy hair, and a simple white blouse, highlighting her earlier career. The composition blends her professional lab environment with a personal archival photo, celebrating her groundbreaking contributions to virology, leukemia research, and women's roles in science during the mid-20th century. The overall mood is one of scholarly achievement, warmth, and historical significance.

A black-and-white montage portrait of pioneering American virologist Charlotte Friend (1921–1987), who discovered the Friend leukemia virus and advanced understanding of retroviruses and cancer. The main image shows her in her laboratory, seated at a compound microscope in a research setting lined with shelves of scientific books and journals. She is a middle-aged woman with short, neatly styled dark hair, wearing round-framed eyeglasses, a pearl necklace, and a white lab coat over a patterned blouse with a floral collar. She smiles warmly and confidently at the camera, one hand resting near the microscope's stage, conveying dedication, intelligence, and approachability. In the lower right corner is a smaller inset close-up portrait of a younger Charlotte Friend, smiling brightly with softer features, short wavy hair, and a simple white blouse, highlighting her earlier career. The composition blends her professional lab environment with a personal archival photo, celebrating her groundbreaking contributions to virology, leukemia research, and women's roles in science during the mid-20th century. The overall mood is one of scholarly achievement, warmth, and historical significance.

Virologist Charlotte Friend (b. #OTD in 1921) proved viruses could cause cancer (1957) & revolutionized virology (& helped define modern retrovirology).

She later pioneered differentiation therapy, showing cancer cells could be "reverted" to health, defining a new path to treat cancer. #WomenInSTEM

11.03.2026 13:28 πŸ‘ 1097 πŸ” 254 πŸ’¬ 11 πŸ“Œ 9