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25 Smurf Characters Ranked by How Close They Will Come to Entering the Gates of Heaven – The Hard Times

The Banned ‘Twilight Zone’ Episode That Was Hidden for 50 Years – Ned Hardy

Whoa, an ice cube tray that doesn’t suck and will probably last forever – Amazon

A forgotten trove of rare video games could now be worth six figures – NPR

Jogger ‘filmed himself killing homeless man’ who blocked sidewalk – The Guardian

10 Things You Didn’t Know about Actress Jemma Moore – Wanderer

Want to be a great leader? Embrace “imposter syndrome” – Big Think

You can’t even pay people to have more kids – VOX

You Need to Update Your Apple Devices Now – Life Hacker

The real villains of today’s housing market – Insider

This thing well help you get every last drop out of your limes and lemons and does so effortlessly – Amazon

The Untold Story of The Godfather Part IV – Ned Hardy

Driving Icon’s Million-Dollar Suburban

After a 2-year delay, deliveries of Tesla’s Cybertruck are scheduled to start Thursday – NPR

Here’s $24,000. Buy something new in 1995 – Autoblog

The remarkable 1974 horror film you probably haven’t seen—but should – Dangerous Minds

If You Can Pull Off This Workout Move, You’re In Damn Fine Shape – Fatherly

One Year In, ChatGPT’s Legacy Is Clear – The Atlantic

Family posts a very chill note to neighbors explaining why their dog is on the roof – Upworthy

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How Our Judgments of Others Reveal Our True Selves

It’s often said that the qualities that bother us in others are reflections of our own internal struggles. When we criticize or judge others, it’s not just about them; it’s a window into our own insecurities, fears, and unresolved issues. This concept isn’t just philosophical musing; it’s rooted in psychological principles that can offer profound insights into our personal development journey.

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Why Does Birth Month Makes an Enormous Difference in the Development of a Hockey Player?

In the highly competitive world of hockey, every edge counts, and surprisingly, one significant factor that could influence a player’s development and success is their birth month. This phenomenon, often referred to as the “Relative Age Effect” (RAE), has profound implications in the world of youth sports, particularly in hockey.

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Picture of the Day

A British soldier inside a trench on the Western Front during World War I, 1914–18

The trenches of World War I, a grim but iconic aspect of the conflict, epitomized the brutality and stalemate of the Great War. These trenches, dug along the Western Front, extended from the North Sea to the Swiss Frontier with France. Life in these trenches was a harrowing experience, marked by a constant struggle against the elements, the enemy, and the specter of death.

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The Power of Being Honest with Yourself

In the labyrinth of life, where paths are many and the truth often elusive, the journey towards authenticity begins with a single, yet profound step: being honest with oneself. This introspective voyage isn’t about harsh self-judgment or relentless criticism; it’s about embracing the raw, unfiltered essence of who we are.

In a world saturated with social media highlights and the relentless pursuit of perfection, it’s easy to lose sight of our true selves. We curate our lives, showcasing only the best parts, often leaving us feeling disconnected and inauthentic. The consequence? A life lived in the shadows of who we think we should be, rather than who we genuinely are.

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Does the 1922 Film ‘Nosferatu’ Still Hold Up Today? – Wanderer

The Story of Sesame Street’s Unaired Divorce Episode – Ned Hardy

Hey, if you’re looking to make amazing homemade pizza, you’ve got to try the Ooni oven – it’s a game changer in achieving that perfect, crispy crust – Amazon

The Curse of Playing the Wicked Witch of the West – Narratively

How Jensen Huang’s Nvidia Is Powering the A.I. Revolution – New Yorker

Beware of fake browser updates on your Mac – Krebs

The 50 Best Albums of 2023 – Paste

An ancient technique can improve your attention span – Big Think

Pika Wows in Debut as AI Video Generator Takes Aim at Tech Giants – Peta Pixel

Whatever Happened To Linda Fiorentino? – Ned Hardy

11 Tips for Talking to Someone You Disagree With – Psychology Today

A Postcard From Driverless San Francisco: Unexplained stops. Incensed firefighters. Cars named Oregano. The robotaxis are officially here – Curbed

One of the best wallets I ever owned. Perfect minimalist size and fits all my cards. Does NOT bulk up in your pocket and money clip to top it off – Amazon

Former Google CEO: Companies’ AI guardrails "aren’t enough" to prevent harm – Axios

9 Examples of Organic Architecture, From a Basilica in Barcelona to a Train Station in Stockholm – Traveler

How Men Can Build Strong, Long Lasting Friendships – Fatherly

Spotify Wrapped 2023 is here — 5 new features to check out – Mashable

It’s peak shopping — and shoplifting — season. Cops are stepping up antitheft tactics – NPR

Opinion: These New Fans Keeping the Thing I Love Financially Viable Are Just the Fucking Worst – The Hard Times

Charted: Average Years Left to Live by Age – Visual Capitalist

 

 

What Happens to Old People in Poverty?

If you have no family members to support you, you will have spent most of your life as an addict gaming the social welfare system, so you have barely worked, which means when you “retire” your Social Security is about $700/month, and that’s it for your income.

You have no pension, no 401(k), nothing else. This means you also qualify for food stamps, and Medicare, so your food and medical are somewhat covered.

Your income will be “too low” to qualify for a lot of senior housing, so you will wait on the waitlist for a while for the place you do qualify for, where your rent will be about $200/month.

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