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[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 7 points 22 hours ago

Inshallah is Arabic for "God willing".

Oh I missed that! Thank you. Also lol @ "mich mich"

They had gunpowder for sure. A barrel of gunpowder would do the trick, unless the aliens and Atlanteans built it out of Mithril.

[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 11 points 1 day ago (2 children)

And ramen noodle hair, apparently?

[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 10 points 1 day ago

These are fascinating articles, thank you very much for linking the site!

That's pretty cool! I like the way the watercolor like on the walls.

I didn't realize they were so huge!

That is pretty nice, and it's in a perfect spot!

[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 days ago

Donald Trump was shot and left with blood streaming down his face as a suspected assassin opened fire on the ex-President's campaign rally.

Dream Kitchen, Realized from Here, in Glen Burnie. Ad Kitchen Model Dream Kitchen, Realized from Here, in Glen Burnie. Trump ran for cover as shots were fired in his direction in Butler, Pennsylvania, at around 6.13pm. He, 78, was rushed off the stage surrounded by Secret Service agents.

He was immediately taken from the rally in a motorcade. Law enforcement cleared the area.

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He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow."

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is rushed offstage during a rally on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is rushed offstage during a rally on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania © Getty Images The former president and presumptive Republican nominee was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers during his last rally before the Republican National Convention opens Monday when bangs started ringing through the crowd. Trump could be seen reaching with his right hand toward his neck. There appeared to be blood on his face.

Virginia Gives Homeowners No Cost Solar Panels in These Zip Codes. Qualify Now Ad comparesolarplans.com Virginia Gives Homeowners No Cost Solar Panels in These Zip Codes. Qualify Now The former president headed to the critical battleground for his final rally before the Republican National Convention, which kicks of in Milwaukee on Monday. Trump is hoping to drum up support in what is one of the biggest swing states in the country.

A helicopter landed nearby around 6.30pm and ambulances were seen in the vicinity.

Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me Androids Can Block Ads? Ad Quick Lifestyle Tips Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me Androids Can Block Ads? In a release announcing the rally, Trump's campaign team said, "President Donald J. Trump loves Pennsylvania and is heartbroken to see how the state has been decimated by Joe Biden." But the Democratic National Committee reportedly fired back with a dig of their own, as they saw to it that Trump was greeted by a billboard reading, "Donald Trump was a disaster for Pennsylvania."

Trump's Pennsylvania rally comes amid growing speculation over who he will choose as his running mate. Trump's Pennsylvania rally comes amid growing speculation over who he will choose as his running mate. © AFP via Getty Images Trump's Pennsylvania rally comes amid growing speculation over who he will choose as his running mate. The former president and reality TV star has been playing coy, building suspense around his selection for vice president in true showman fashion.

Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me Androids Can Block Ads? Ad Quick Lifestyle Tips Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me Androids Can Block Ads? As Joe Biden's campaign faces turmoil after a lackluster debate performance that led to calls for him to bow out, Trump has stayed relatively under the radar, with few public appearances in the past two weeks. Yet, he's kept the rumor mill churning.

"It's like a highly sophisticated version of 'The Apprentice,'" Trump boasted during a radio interview on Friday, alluding to his old reality show where he famously dismissed contestants. Trump, ever the showbiz enthusiast, has hinted he wants to make a splash by announcing his VP pick at the RNC itself, believing it would inject excitement into the event.

"I'd love to do it during the convention ... or just slightly before the convention, like Monday," he mused on The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show. Other chances to announce have slipped by, but Trump seems set on making a grand entrance with his decision.

At his Doral golf club rally on Tuesday night, the crowd was buzzing with reporters. He joked about the media turnout, saying, "I think they probably think I'm going to be announcing that Marco is going to be vice president," referring to Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, who was seated up front.

Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at the Liacouras Center on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Earlier today Trump delivered remarks at the Faith and Freedom Road to Majority conference in Washington DC. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at the Liacouras Center on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Earlier today Trump delivered remarks at the Faith and Freedom Road to Majority conference in Washington DC. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) © Getty Images His campaign teased the audience with excerpts from his speech, with one line reading, "So tonight, I am officially," without finishing the thought. And in true suspense-building fashion, his team sent out fundraising emails with tantalizing subjects like, "Will I announce my VP pick in 60 mins?"

Speculation was rife as Saturday's event approached, located in a key swing state and just an hour's drive from Ohio, where Sen. JD Vance hails from, another name in the mix for VP. Despite the buzz, none of the speculated favorites Vance, Rubio and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum were slated to appear at the rally, insiders revealed under anonymity.

History shows most major party candidates reveal their VP choice before the convention kicks off. However, Ronald Reagan in 1980 and George H.W. Bush in 1988 played the long game, waiting until the convention to unveil their running mate decisions.

Trump has openly admitted the pros of jumping the gun, remarking that "it makes it easier" to make the announcement sooner rather than later. Yet, he's also nostalgically recalled the "old days," pining for the media blitz a splashy reveal would incite.

Beyond the buzz, delaying the announcement brings tangible hurdles. The second-in-command will be thrust into the spotlight to give the defining oration of their political life Wednesday night as they embrace the nomination at the convention.

Their calendars will need to be wiped clean to accommodate the whirlwind of rallies, events, and debate prep that awaits. Despite these obstacles, some of Trump's confidants are pushing him to play the waiting game up to the convention.

"RNC should make first night of the convention an Apprentice VP live show. Trump could fire each contender not chosen one at a time," quipped former Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal on X.

Following this line of thought, the RNC tweaked its regulations Thursday, with a ratification set for Monday, paving the way for Trump to make his move when it comes down to the wire.

Trump has toyed with the notion of postponing even further, mulling over a tease stretching to Tuesday or Wednesday as he disclosed to the program hosts. Trump has been carefully evaluating potential running mates, noting their performance in media appearances, at fundraisers, and at rallies.

Some candidates, including Burgum and Vance, have even shown support by attending his criminal hush money trial in New York. The political landscape was shaken last month when Biden had a troubling debate showing, sparking demands for him to step down and make way for fresher leadership.

This tumult within the Democratic Party has allowed Trump to delay his decision without losing the spotlight to Biden's difficulties. He admitted that the possibility of Democrats swapping Biden affected his timing.

"A little bit, you know, we wanted to see what they're doing, to be honest. Because, you know, it might make a difference," Trump revealed during a Fox News conversation with host Sean Hannity. While Trump's stance on selecting a vice-presidential candidate has varied since the primary season, he acknowledged having a shortlist of about four or five serious contenders as of Friday.

"I have some really, really good candidates. And you know, I may be leaning one way and that changing sometimes — you know all of a sudden you see something that you like or you don't like and you lean a little bit differently ... but we have a very good bench," Trump spoke of his potential VP picks.

[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 days ago

I like the expressionsof both and the pose of the left one especially!

[–] clay_pidgin@sh.itjust.works 1 points 2 days ago

Many accept volunteers for the enormous amount of shore side maintenance work, and I've known several people who parleyed that into (low) paying work.

 

Hello Lathe Ladies, Mitre Mates, and Plywood Pals!

I've been tracking my kids' heights on a wall for several years but I'd like a prettier solution. Something I can screw on the wall and mark their heights on (maybe temporarily and then go back with a wood burner or something). Ideally, sometime that's two identical adjacent pieces that I can give them if I'm ever lucky enough to be a grandparent.

A straight 7' board with a cutout for the moulding and burnt or painted 6" increments is the simplest solution, but can y'all think of anything nicer? I would prefer to keep it on a semi visible wall instead of the laundry closet.

Thanks friends.

 

We're last minute people, maybe a week in advance without air travel, a month with. A family friend just invited us to join them on a vacation NOVEMBER 2025. That seems bonkers to me!

How far in advance do you plan a small trip like a road trip or visiting family, and how far in advance for a big trip like international travel, a cruise, or Disney?

 

Hiya,

My local library summer reading challenge has a few items with which I could use y'all's help.

Read a book with a musical theme.

Read a book outside your comfort zone (I read mostly novels, and mostly sci-fi).

Read a book by an author from a different cultural background. (I'm a white American and I've already read Three Body Problem)

Read a book suggested to you.

I would appreciate any suggestions!

-Pidgin

 

Hello ladies (current and former) of Lemmy (current) - I'm curious how your experience of the male gaze has changed as you moved in and out of young-woman-hood.

How has your opinion of being seen changed through this process?

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Well, really to Tabletop Wargaming generally. I brought the Beginner Box Set 35020 with some printed record sheets from flechssheets because I'm not brave enough to write on the cards it comes with. We grabbed extra minis from our D&D piles.

We played GRF-1N (PPC,LRM10) and WLV-6M (LL, 2ML) Versus GRF-1S (LL, 2ML, LRM5) and WLV-6R (AC5, SRM6, ML)

They agreed that criticals and physical attacks sounded fun, so we added those rules. No heat, though they thought it would be a fun addition for next time. We played on one included map sheet with some trees but no elevation.

They were frustrated by how often they missed, and how slim the to-hit usually was. (Aiming for 10+ most of the time. Once they got better at managing their movement, the game got more fun. I jumped around a bit and told them anecdotes from past games and lore tidbits. Once we got to start rolling clusters and criticals they got into it, trying to get side and rear facing shots.

It was fun, and they are willing to play again, but they were dismayedthat it took three hours. Maybe I should finally learn to play Alpha Strike. I have the book but not the box set yet.

 

Ich besuche meine Familie nächste Woche, und ich will kleine Geschenke mitbringen.

I know American chocolate is inferior, but I assume it's still a novelty. Some kind of candies probably, too. What else? Many years ago they loved to get boxed breakfast cereal and paper napkins, which seems quaint now.

It's been years since I've seen them, and I'm sure everyone there can buy whatever they want on the Internet, but it will still be fun to bring something.

Any suggestions for an Ausländer?

 

My D&De campaign wrapped up at level 20 after five years of regular play, and we are playing some one shots and stuff as a break before we decide what to do next. The D&D DM volunteered to GM again.

I think it's only fair that we players try to run some games to give the GM a break! I played in a FFG Edge of the Empire game for a few weeks many years ago with a different bunch, and had a great time. I bought the beginner box, which has four characters built, maps, an adventure, and the infernal dice. We will have five players, but one of our members played in my previous game so he can probably re-use his old char.

It's a fairly interactive system, requiring creativity from the players and GM to use the Advantages and Disadvantages in cinematic ways. I'm hopeful this bunch can do it. I didn't think any of them were particular Star Wars nerds, but I can keep Wookipedia open if I need background info on aliens or something.

Any tips for a new GM running through a beginner module, or on adapting this game for an extra player (might just NOT), or in running EotE in general?

Thanks in advance.

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They were published from the 20s to the 50s and written for children, so they're quite anachronistic. I find them charming! My elementary school was discarding them 30 years ago and I claimed the whole pile.

I'm reading them to my kids now to their great enjoyment, but I've never met anyone else who's even heard of them.

I will note that I've had to explain some of the social stuff that's very much of it's time. None of the problematic stuff has been mean-spirited, but I do have to break in once or twice per book to say "we don't say things like that anymore because ..." , but my kids are used to my pointing that sort of thing out already.

 

At the ends of episodes~209 and 210 there is a side story about a guy minting coins. He got bamboozled by his copper supplier Nasir!

 

I was listening to a back episode of the podcast We Got This with Mark and Hal while cooking yesterday, and Mark Gagliardi went off on a rant about Georgism. Fun coincidence to see this new community the next day.

 
 
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