Too many Americans think “immigrant” is just a synonym for “not white”.

I like to imagine they stumbled upon it like The Goonies.

I’ve not tried getting Ableton working on Linux, but I’ve done a bit of audio production in Debian & Arch in the past. It’s gotten much better over the years, but it’s often not plug-and-play. Some suggestions from someone haunted by JACK and ALSA:

• Wine is a rabbit hole. If you’re fine with hacky DIY stuff (and, hey, it’s fun), go for it. However, your results will vary wildly depending on your hardware, software version, etc. In many cases you’ll have to be content with being several versions behind. In any case, it’s usually a frustrating experience.
• Reaper is a solid DAW and now offers a Linux build. Highly recommended. Full-featured indefinite trial, but the license is only $60.
• Ubuntu Studio is designed for audio/video production, and has audio drivers wired up. Great place to start, too.

If you’re stuck on Ableton, you might find some info on getting it to run properly through Wine via the forums on Lutris or PlayOnLinux.

I think you’re right on the last one, too

Since everything he does is a grift, this is my two-bit theory:

His social media company has been failing pretty much since it was set up. By “merging” with an energy company promising a big, magical future product (with AI! Probably!) he can prop up his vanity project while syphoning more out of investors / laundering money from whoever.

Ah, it’s those damn Australians!

Thanks for the link. TIL.

That makes sense. I wasn’t sure if it was some newfangled lingo.

I do like “shonky”, though.

… “shonky”?

My flying boots, for one.

To anyone thinking this is “not such a big deal”:

Consider this is one of the most valuable, influential companies on the planet. They’re pushing Copilot like their bottom line depends on it.

Not only did Copilot give an objectively incorrect response - and bring into question the fundamental usefulness of the feature - I think what’s being glossed over is: They published this.

For a company that’s so desperate to push a clearly half-baked, unwanted feature - publishing an ad showing it malfunctioning is hilariously inept. It’s not just a bad look for the product, it’s an embarrassment for the company.

Great movie. If you can, see this with Goblin playing the score along with it. One of the coolest live shows I’ve seen, and an awesome way to watch the movie. Highly recommended if you get the chance!

!sigh_fi@quokk.au is almost what you want

Never heard of “kneecirclejerk”

Me neither. Surely it’s some kind of dance?

That’s a good point - with a safer / more convenient alternative it no longer makes sense to get the prohibited item from a suspicious source.

I didn’t see much for alternatives mentioned in the article, so I’d imagine something like this would then boost other nicotine options like chewables or patches…? I’m curious to see where it goes. I can’t help but think it just pushes the issue somewhere else rather than solving it.

There are quite a few Asian & Middle Eastern countries that have similar bans. A few Muslim countries have prohibition laws saying Muslims can’t buy alcohol, but it’s still legal for Christians, etc.

It’s certainly not common, but less of a new idea than you might think. My knowledge runs out there, though - I genuinely don’t know how well/poorly those kinds of laws perform even in those areas.

Is using a dictionary a “kneecirclejerk” response? If so, then I’ll accept it:

Today You Learned - “Prohibition” is a law forbidding whatever. It does not imply it forbids everyone from the thing. The term is commonly used to describe alcohol prohibition, which usually takes the shape of a total ban on alcohol, so I understand how you could get so confused.

However, Iran only prohibits alcohol for Muslims. Sri Lanka only prohibits women from buying alcohol. Still prohibition. This article? It’s about the Maldives introducing the prohibition of tobacco products to anyone born after a certain date.

I’m waiting for the headline “Turns out thieves just asked nicely if they could take the art”

Has prohibition ever worked? Wouldn’t this just create a black market for selling tobacco?

Fair enough, that’s a good point. My blanket statement would’ve included general staff & so on, and I certainly only intended to have a go at the security staff. As far as “who pays enough”, I’d certainly hope the highest-profile art museum would.

I appreciate you. I do hope the head of security feels like as much of a clown as I am.

You mean - How many times have I been employed as a security guard? A security guard for some of the world’s most valuable art, in the world’s most famous art museum? Is that what you mean? “How many robberies have you stopped where it was specifically your job to prevent such an occurrence?”

I’m a bit of a clown, but your question is beyond even my ability.

Edit: I misunderstood your comment, and you graciously pointed out my error. I apologize for my disrespectful tone.