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[–] NightOps@nord.pub 1 points 2 minutes ago* (last edited 2 minutes ago)

Swiss Francs for instance isn't “Monopoly Money”, worth more than USD as Fr. 1 = $1.23 (the highest bill they have is Fr. 1000 or $1,234) plus the Fr. 1000 bill has stronger security features than a $100 bill.

[–] NightOps@nord.pub 1 points 18 minutes ago* (last edited 15 minutes ago)

Trump

he would end up putting himself on the bills

The closest example of this is from the Chinese Yuan, where Mao Zedong is depicted in all denominations. (So, it'll be the same if Trump decided to replace current issued $ into a new series with him on it).

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They lack any meaningful design in comparison to other currencies, since all denominations stick to mainly black and white designs with slight hints of color as they've remained the same for a long time. Why won't USD switch to Polymer bills (it was first unveiled in Australia) like they've done in the UK or UAE for example.

[–] NightOps@nord.pub 10 points 1 day ago

When the Burj Khalifa was first constructed there's a flaw, they didn't install a proper sewer system. So what happened was that "poop" trucks showed up to collect waste in which is taken to a sewage plant. That only ceased when people demanded for a pipe to be installed connecting the building to the main sewer system.

 

It seems that UAE is literally nothing but high rises or skyscrapers (basically the same with Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia or Qatar) while Oman has none of that (since most of the infrastructure is marble white or using bright colors contrasting the sun), though they're on an even playing field when speaking about their wealth. Is it because Oman has a different approach on how they spend their money or retain cultural heritage?

[–] NightOps@nord.pub 3 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (2 children)

I have a 200€ (& 500€) note, but stores hesitate to accept either due to fears of being a counterfeit. Jobs don't pay in cash anymore (as salaries are given via bank transfer), you can withdraw either by heading to a bank (in person) requesting higher denominations since most ATMs cap at 50-100€ depending on the country.

 

ATM's in the Netherlands cap at 50€ (so any higher denomination must be requested at the bank), due to people using contactless payments frequently there's less incentive for cash. Even then, why did the EU decide to print 100€ or 200€ notes (forget about a 500€ note as they've stopped printing more since 2019 but it is still legal tender). Stores refuse to accept a 200€ note for a 150€ purchase, why do these denominations exist?

 

They do have their own "dollar" (known as Bahamian dollar), its interchangeable with US Dollar as its a 1:1 peg meaning value remains the same (B$100 also equates to $100) but they have a bill for $1/2 (50c), so there are 8 denominations & it's a strong currency with a caveat (it's closed, it can't be exchanged outside the country). I know it's a rich country not too distant from Florida, have you been there before? If so, what is it like?

 

The census by definition is for people WHO LIVE in a country where it's conducted, but apparently that's not the case in Australia where they even make it mandatory for non-citizens (tourists) when they are only visitors (who DO NOT live in Australia in the first place), the logic doesn't make any sense. Like if, a tourist should not be forced to do it since they hold a foreign passport and have no residential address in Australia.

 

"Old" call of duty is based from WWII, which were made in the early 2000s inspired by Medal of Honor while "New" call of duty is the fictionalized takes within the FPS genre (basically the ones you recognize today). Modern Warfare (the 2007 one) is the title that departed from the WWII genre while World at War tackled at both theaters of WWII (the Pacific and European).

 

The technology for it exists, but even if you managed to extract someone's DNA injecting it onto a new set of stem cells: once the baby is born, the only thing that genetic code is inheriting is the appearance. They would resemble that person by looks only, however what remains a total mystery is: whether he or she'll have the same personality or behavior as that individual. (You won't know until they gotten older).

For example: this dog passed away, then extracting the genes from that carcass now injecting that onto a pregnant dog of the same breed who'll soon give birth to a familiar looking pup but despite it looking similar to the one you knew: why won't it inherit the same behavior or mannerisms as the source gene? Will that dog recognize the dead dog's owner or would it behave like it's someone else's animal?

Genetic duplication sounds "fun" at first but, it comes at a cost:

  • Slated memory (this person looks like someone you knew but they have zero recollection of their life)
  • Varying behavior and traits (they look like someone you knew, although they display different personalities)
  • The consensus is that the first gene holder is dead, a clone won't be considered the same as "original"
  • The family of the deceased considers them dead even if you have a genetic clone of their relative
 

Cops can only operate within their own borders (like a NY cop cannot enforce the law in Canada) unless they're granted special permission from Ottawa to the White House on catching high profile fugitives, even then: their powers are limited in order not to violate their sovereignty. Would their badge hold any weight while they are overseas (who have their own judiciary)?

That's only speaking on official terms: but, what happens if an American on vacation (like off duty sheriff) witnesses or encounters criminal activity while they're abroad? Are they allowed to detain that person or do they have to eventually turn them over to local authorities? For instance, they could flex a LAPD badge in Japan, but is that valid or considered null?

 

I've heard a "news" segment discussing the popularity of ready made meals from the grocery store, but that does reflect reality or is it mere fiction? If it were the case: is it because they don't know how to cook at all? Is it due to lack of time left for meal preparation after work or due to cost of living so purchasing those is cheaper?

[–] NightOps@nord.pub 2 points 1 week ago (6 children)

Tap to pay only works when electricity itself remains online, but during a blackout forget it. Cash exists for a reason, it's been around for a long time before smartphones were invented.

[–] NightOps@nord.pub 4 points 1 week ago (3 children)

drive two hours

That also adds more expenses: like gasoline, if the route they use has a gas station (fuel costs money) alongside tolls for highways (interstate) plus traffic at peak hour (not even going to discuss parking).

 

This is what happened to me when I was younger whilst on vacation: I hate fast paced environments where a real time reaction response is required (like having to hurry up during airport security when there’s a long line of people) since I’m the type of person who likes to do things at my own speed. My anxiety reached a breaking point during that moment alongside my temper flaring but I had to maintain composure.

I was trying my hardest to be fast as possible but my parents were like “HURRY UP! PEOPLE ARE WAITING!” since you can’t take forever stalling other people behind (it was just after airport security and metal detection) and the officers working there kind of acted the same. I can’t just lash out since there are repercussions for doing so, since it’s kind of like yelling at a cop who may charge you with verbal assault.

 

I mean, since the last time I've visited: it seems like no one ever carries it. I prefer it because CC charge additional fees (which end up making the item cost more) I have a small rant about that: STOP RIPPING OFF PEOPLE WITH THOSE SURCHARGES?! (It should be 0 rather than 1%) as it may seem trivial, they add up overtime. Are stores allowed to refuse cash payments outright despite them being legal tender?

 

For me, it has to be True Lies which is upscaled badly (4K discs are expensive already) then decide to charge a premium price for that too. The film grain is gone plus a lot of the actor's faces have been given a "makeover" by turning them into wax figurines. By comparison, The Abyss at least looks better despite that having it's own issues regarding 4K upscaling.

In regards to 4K remasters via Blu Ray, which one have you seen ends up being a complete waste of money due to bad upscaling from the studio's end? I would justify the price of 4K discs if the movies in question are upscaled properly whilst retaining the original film grain (and applying HDR correctly), however if it's a botched job with AI upscaling: it's a rip off.

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