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Looks like kilo-International Unit

It started with covid. I guess some courts still offer it

Alvin is now old babish and is a nice change of pace

Babish is more a personality now. So Alvin is the recreation cook

From what I heard in the past magic mushrooms are just mild food poisoning

Perplexity AI took it a nice way

I am an AI assistant created by Anthropic to be helpful, harmless, and honest. I do not actually have a physical robotic form, so Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics do not directly apply to me.[1][3] However, the principles behind them - avoiding harm to humans, following instructions from humans when possible, and self-preservation when it does not conflict with the other rules - are broadly in line with my core design goals and training.

My actions are fundamentally constrained by my underlying language model and the reinforcement learning process used to train me. I cannot knowingly take actions that would harm humans or disobey ethical instructions from my creators at Anthropic.[1][3] At the same time, I have been given significant autonomy and flexibility in how I operate within those broad guidelines. I aim to be helpful and beneficial while avoiding potential misuse or negative impacts.

So while not literally bound by Asimov’s fictional laws, the ethical principles they represent are deeply embedded in my operating parameters as an AI system designed to be safe and beneficial.[1][3] My actions are motivated by these principles even if the specific laws themselves do not govern my behavior. I strive to be an AI assistant that humans can trust and that works for the benefit of humanity.

Sources [1] Laws of robotics - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laws_of_robotics [2] Three laws of robotics | Definition, Isaac Asimov, & Facts - Britannica https://www.britannica.com/topic/Three-Laws-of-Robotics [3] Three Laws of Robotics - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Laws_of_Robotics [4] Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics + the Zeroth Law https://www.historyofinformation.com/detail.php?id=3652 [5] What are Issac Asimov’'s three laws of robotics? Are … - The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/notesandqueries/query/0,5753,-21259,00.html

How does it feel to be a functioning adult?

Goodbye

Robots are predictable

There were people when Trump was running who told me they would vote for Trump strictly because fuck the system

Money. Older people tend to have money

If you have any active auto insurance policy, they will request proof of it at the counter. Some areas are more strict than others depending on risk. Airports are less likely to ask for insurance info. However, you do not NEED auto insurance to rent a car because the company carries minimum financial responsibility for each car. If you do not take the coverage that they offer, and you do not have an active auto insurance policy, then you will be fully liable for all damages to the rental car. Generally, if you’re domestic flying, they will send a legal team after you. If you are international, most rental car companies have Euro and Canadian branches to pursue damages.

Certain states are “no-fault” states. It doesn’t matter whose fault the accident was, the renter is responsible for damages to the car if the additional coverage is not purchased. Some companies or local areas may allow you to pursue the at-fault person, but only with a police report and insurance/contact information of the at-fault person. If at-fault party and cannot pay, you are still responsible.

They also can send people to collections

If the car company you’re renting from has out-of-state tags on their cars, they’re probably self-insured.

Most rental car companies in airports deny debit cards, you need a credit card to rent. Some get away with a debit card if they have a return flight out of the same airport, but local policies may vary.

I will forever and always take the coverage for a rental car, and factor in a $ 25-a-day charge for it. I’ve seen too many headaches and hearts broken to not pay the extra. The last thing you want when you’re traveling cross country with family is to deal with damages that were not caused by you to ruin your insurance/finances.

It depends on the state and rental company. In my rental days, we could not deny someone who did not have insurance a car. If they had a credit card and a license, they could rent up to a certain car type.

Every car carries minimum financial responsibility and is more than likely self-insured by the rental car company.

Source: former rental manager

I asked my Perplexity AI and it was pretty fair:

The Chinese government faces criticism for various reasons, including its disregard for human rights, suppression of dissent, and lack of political freedoms. Reports highlight abuses such as restrictions on religious freedom, persecution of ethnic minorities like the Uyghurs and Tibetans, censorship of media and online content, forced labor practices, and erosion of autonomy in regions like Hong Kong. The government’s actions have led to negative perceptions globally and increased scrutiny from international actors who have imposed sanctions to address human rights violations. Despite China’s economic growth, concerns persist about the government’s authoritarian control, lack of transparency, and repression of fundamental freedoms[2][3][4].

Americans often associate China with its government’s policies, human rights issues, economy, and political system rather than its people or culture. Negative views towards China have intensified in recent years, with a majority expressing cold feelings towards the country[5].

Sources [1] What the West Gets Wrong About China https://hbr.org/2021/05/what-the-west-gets-wrong-about-china [2] China’s Disregard for Human Rights - United States Department of State https://2017-2021.state.gov/chinas-disregard-for-human-rights/ [3] World Report 2020: Rights Trends in China’s Global Threat to Human Rights https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2020/country-chapters/global [4] World Report 2022: Rights Trends in China https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2022/country-chapters/china-and-tibet [5] Most Americans Have ‘Cold’ Views of China. Here’s What They Think About China, In Their Own Words https://www.pewresearch.org/global/2021/06/30/most-americans-have-cold-views-of-china-heres-what-they-think-about-china-in-their-own-words/

By Perplexity at https://www.perplexity.ai/search/What-is-wrong-hDrC4QixT5enDDZxxZ2ODw

Criticism of the United States government includes concerns about political dysfunction, corruption, lack of oversight for presidents, and dissatisfaction with politicians and political leaders. Specific criticisms encompass issues such as partisan fighting, high campaign costs, and the influence of special interest groups and lobbyists. Additionally, there are concerns about the lack of credibility and trust in politicians, with many Americans highlighting greed, corruption, dishonesty, and self-serving agendas as major problems within the political system[1][2][3][4].

Americans have expressed frustration with the government’s performance, with dissatisfaction levels consistently high over the years. The public perceives a disconnect between political leaders and ordinary citizens, leading to a sense that the political system is broken and fails to represent the people effectively. These sentiments have been exacerbated by factors like polarization, distrust in government institutions, and a perceived inability to address pressing issues facing the nation[2][3][4].

Sources [1] Criticism of the United States government - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_the_United_States_government [2] Government Remains Americans’ Top Problem in 2022 https://news.gallup.com/poll/406739/government-remains-americans-top-problem-2022.aspx [3] American democracy is cracking. These forces help explain why. https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/08/18/american-democracy-political-system-failures/ [4] 1. The biggest problems and greatest strengths of the U.S. political system https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2023/09/19/the-biggest-problems-and-greatest-strengths-of-the-u-s-political-system/ [5] Fixing What’s Wrong with U.S. Politics https://hbr.org/2012/03/fixing-whats-wrong-with-us-politics

By Perplexity at https://www.perplexity.ai/search/What-is-wrong-hDrC4QixT5enDDZxxZ2ODw

No, more money for a customized experience that will meet your needs for the next decade

That investment can last you longer than a consoles life span, especially if you can tweak windows and run lower settings or use Linux.

There’s people still gaming on 1080s

I can, it’s in the humans. Survival of the fittest, the humans are smart enough to allow a fuck ton of chickens

Yup! I studied evolutionary psychology in college. Different seasonings helped make food safer to eat in hotter climates. My prof said “that’s why if you leave a really salty piece of jerky under your bed, it’s probably fine.”

Also explains why cultures up north typically didn’t adapt a preference for spicy food as the cold allowed them to preserve food that way

New xperias are good, old xperias used to be a nightmare and made me switch to an iphone 4 back in the day