To understand the significance of this, it's important to keep in mind that internet infrastructure in the US was built almost entirely on legal duo- and monopolies such as telcos and cable companies. These services are heavily dependent on public access rights and easements, and on hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars granted in exchange for services that are almost never provided.

So the major ISPs have mono- or duopolies in many parts of the US, and they have maintained and expanded their power using our stolen tax dollars. In other words, "their" infrastructure is in no way rightfully theirs in the first place. By any reasonable measure, our federal and local governments should have seized most of these assets a long time ago. But every time they're caught, they get a slap on the wrist and maybe some picayune 'cost of doing business' fine and get right back to the pillaging.

Without the protections of net neutrality, these companies are even further abusing their illegitimate powers to triple or quadruple-dip public funds and abuse their access to the commons. We need these protections, and much much more. That infrastructure rightfully belongs to us, not those bloated old parasites.

So this is nowhere near justice or anything, but it is good news. And it's something that every normal person in the US should be paying very close attention to, because I guarantee they're not going to comply willingly.

PS: Be a little critical of what you read about this. Some of the reporting I've seen has some pretty significant errors.

So yesterday, I decided to visit a BBQ place in KS near the border of KCMO. The food was alright, but what stuck out to me was when I asked for a slice of pepper jack cheese, they brought it out to me on a large styrofoam plate. Like, a napkin or something paper would have been fine.

This is just 1 instance of millions that happen across the world daily, all the excess packaging from to-go boxes to Bass Pro fishing rods being individually wrapped in plastic when delivered (I used to work in receiving, the amount of trash tossed was unholy), & I wish I knew how we could stop it.

I dont want to buy a new bottle but since one chip showed up it's been chipping more and more. Anytips or ideas? I would prefer to be able to color match but there is a line i could have be a different color if unable

I know it’s irrational but I feel so guilty that I need to buy a new phone. I have had my iPhone 11 since 2019 and didn’t even think about getting a new phone until I noticed my battery lasting 3 hours max and my screen having some issues. I decided I would try to replace my battery issues so that I could continue using this phone for a few more years but the battery can’t be replaced because of my screen being cracked, long story short I would have to pay for a new screen too which would be roughly €400 total. I travel a lot so it’s important for me to have a phone with good battery life and a decent camera. I feel like I need to continue to justify this purchase to myself before I can actually buy the new phone. Does anyone have any advice for struggling with this guilt?

The Pleasanton EV crash serves as a chilling reminder of the potential dangers associated with driving electric vehicles (EVs). While EVs offer numerous benefits such as reduced emissions and lower fuel costs, this tragedy sheds light on the risks that can arise from vehicle malfunctions or design flaws. The fact that the car continued burning until nothing was left underscores the severity of the incident and raises concerns about the safety of EVs in similar scenarios.

Find and share, original analysis here https://www.reddit.com/r/VinFastComm/s/GX6wuoezpt

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A bar I frequent has a water station with stacked plastic cups but I always go to the bartender and ask for a glass to avoid using them.

Yesterday, a there waitress asked me if I wanted food and I said "No thank you, I'm just here for the event today". Then she asked if I at least wanted a water and I replied "No, I'm fine, but thanks." Five minutes later, she set a full plastic cup in front of me and said "You'll need it."

Although I appreciate that she is either looking out for me, or for an opportunity to get a tip, and that we likely don't share the same values on this, it just peeved me. Explaining it to her directly seemed like making a deal out of it publicly. I ended up just setting it aside untouched, hoping to communicate that when someone says no thank you, it means no thank you? I didn't really think about it.

Another example is a friend who uses paper plates and plastic forks for convenience. At a party, when I see a heap of plastic utensils being tossed into the bin, my eyebrows raise and my hands fall on my head.

Questions for you:

Most of my consumption decisions are done alone (in my home, at the grocery store, etc). How do you handle instances where they are done for you (e.g. parties, gifts)?

How do you react? What can you say to someone who doesn't share the same values as you?

If anyone here has figured out a way to let go of this emotion, what was that process like for you? I ask because I don't think it serves me to get emotional about every little instance.

found this at the grocery store the other day why on earth ????? Also sold 4.50$CAD for 8 cups

I’m doing transplants and all the containers I got from the garbage are the best ones.

It's known that move-out day at colleges is just a giant dumpster for completely perfect household items just because it's so logistically hard to move a dorm's worth of furniture across the state or country every semester. Instead of it being a free-for-all of dumpster diving, the school should partner with Habitat for Humanity, halfway houses, or domestic violence shelters so they can haul off all the unused items. It'll actually be cheaper for the colleges to not need to pay for the extra dumpster hauls, and if they sponsor it then they can probably use it as a tax write-off for charitable donations.

Edit: Apparently it already is a thing and I'm enjoying hearing everyone's different stories about it.

Got it three years ago, it's a perfect fit, very comfortable, wash it every few months. This time these brown spots aren't coming out and the black color faded. Any idea how to repair it?

Hey everyone,

I've been grappling with a dilemma lately and I figured this community might be the best place to discuss it. So, here goes: Are turntables really worth it, or are they just another needless consumer item?

Let me give you some context. I recently found myself pondering why I bother with a turntable when my smartphone and speaker system seem to do the job just fine, if not better in some cases. Sure, collecting vinyl records can be fun, and there's something undeniably elegant and pleasing about the spinning disc and analog sound. But is it worth the hassle?

I can't help but feel conflicted about the whole thing. On one hand, I love the ritual of carefully selecting a record, gently placing it on the turntable, and immersing myself in the music. But on the other hand, I can't ignore the fact that collecting physical media is inherently wasteful and time-consuming. The amount of space it takes up, the dust it gathers, and the constant need for cabinets and organization—it all gives me a bit of anxiety.

So, I guess what I'm asking is: Am I missing something here? Is there a way to enjoy the experience of vinyl without contributing to unnecessary consumption and clutter? Or am I better off sticking to digital formats and saving myself the hassle?

I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this matter. How do you reconcile the allure of vinyl with the realities of modern living?

So Morrisons are now putting adverts on their trolleys. As someone trying to actively avoid advertising as much as possible, I’m finding the trickle of marketing into every corner of our lives infuriating. For example, I have a Sky Stream but a couple of days ago, I’d have to start paying £5 a month to skip adverts. As a result, I’m going to get rid of it completely soon.

Is anyone else fed up of it all??

for me we have our stainless steel dinner set (plates, bowls, spoons etc) for like 20 years.

So, let's look at what a credit score really tells us:

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We'll use the automobile. Mind you, I don't want to draw out the post as it may deserve to drive the point home, so I will only highlight one material - thus hoping that others are capable of extrapolating further the depth of this:

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What is it made of?

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https://search.brave.com/search?q=what+materials+are+used+to+make+cars&source=desktop

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The majority of parts are made from steel. Yes, yes "so and so uses an alloyblahblah alternative..." i get it. Keeping it simple, and since most currently existing cars (functioning/nonfunctioning) were made with this material.. steel it is.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steelmaking

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Carbon dioxide emissions

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As of 2021, steelmaking is estimated to be responsible for around 11% of the global emissions of carbon dioxide and around 7% of the global greenhouse gas emissions.[12][13] Making 1 ton of steel emits about 1.8 tons of carbon dioxide.[14] The bulk of these emissions results from the industrial process in which coal is used as the source of carbon that removes oxygen from iron ore in the following chemical reaction, which occurs in a blast furnace:[15]

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Mining and extraction

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Coal and iron ore mining are very energy intensive, and result in numerous environmental damages, from pollution, to biodiversity loss, deforestation, and greenhouse gas emissions. Iron ore is shipped great distances to steel mills.

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Now, admittedly pretty much (almost) every human at this point would be found of being compliant with "numerous environmental damages, from pollution, to biodiversity loss, deforestation, and greenhouse gas emissions" because every single one of us is using steel in some facet of our lives, or was used to produce/deliver w/e other good(s) in question.

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This was primarily due to (i feel) how the "Social Question" was put (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_question). In effect, whoever didn't formally own land, et al by way of certifiable means and/or wasn't in a hygienically conscience mental state was viewed as "poor".

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Sidenote: I found it terribly interesting that the industrial revolution kicked off around the same time "a mathematical model was used for the first time to study the population dynamics of infectious disease."

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industrial_Revolution#

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1760#April%E2%80%93June

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Okay, enough wandering with the tertiaries. Basically, if you want to appreciate the comforts and conveniences of glamour as advertised, you'll need to be in someone's debt; in some form or another, so that you can prove that going in debt you're good for paying along the way.

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If you want the comfort and convenience of a car, you need a decent enough credit score. In sum, the credit score reflects how much someone is willing to go into debt to satisfy a perceived lifestyle of being a modern human. The higher one's credit score, the more willing they are to sacrifice other organisms for more comforts and conveniences.

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So almost all of us are responsible for how these industries played out which invariably have led to social unrests because of perceived inequities/inequalities due to vainglorious material glomming.

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Why? Because not enough noticed, nay, not enough WANTED to notice the detriments human comforts and conveniences actually cause the rest of the world - and I mean the rest of the organisms including our own species' marginalization.

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And then the obvious: well, those industrious types can hit pretty dang hard. The simple peaceful human, would rather live with nature, not command every fiber of existence. Man Vs. Man&Machine? No contest.

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We're all guilty. So what's your coward credit score?

I have just enough clothing to swap it every day (except pants and shoes) and wash everything once a week after everything is used. I have no need for more. But i get laughed for always wearing "the same".

I am not dirty, always fresh and far away from poor. What is the negative trait people see in this behaviour?

no plastic waste, reusable

Every day I drive to work and I see my neighbors FOUR jet skis in their yard on two trailers. I’ve been in an internal battle with myself over WHY!!! Why, and WHO needs four jet skis???? We live within a few miles from the ocean and very close to rivers but we are by no means ON the water! Like you have to drive those jet skis to the boat landing then someone else drives the other trailer to the boat landing. I’m like …. WHAT ?! Who has the time ???? If you work full time, have a family (seems like they have a lot of kids) and the weather is unpredictable you are probably not even going out to jet ski but like a few days a year. Seriously!!!!! I can’t even understand… I try to think of all the reasons and I try to be objective but like …. In this economy ???? It seems like overconsumption. Am I wrong?

These days usb c can be used to charge many devices and yet many laptop companies still use different sizes of chargers. Can't the government do the same thing as usbC? 1 size 1 voltage maybe different wattage. Doesn't have to be usb c but can't they use 1 standard? If it's usb c then in the future phones and laptop don't have to come with a charger for real.