List of clips showing Tesla's Robotaxi incidents : r/SelfDrivingCars

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“A lot of people have been documenting Tesla's Robotaxi rollout. I wanted to share a few I've collected. Feel free to share any I missed!”

— from List of clips showing Tesla's Robotaxi incidents : r/SelfDrivingCars as of 5 July 2025

FBAR Department of Treasury Exchange Rates 2024: (New)

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“In the case of non-United States currency, convert the maximum account value for each account into United States dollars. Convert foreign currency by using the Treasury’s Financial Management Service rate:

https://fiscaldata.treasury.gov/currency-exchange-rates-converter/

for the last day of the calendar year.” E.,g. December 31, 2024 = 0.797 = 1.2547

— from FBAR Department of Treasury Exchange Rates 2024 as of 4 July 2025

Individuals Filing the Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)

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“To file the FBAR as an individual, you must personally and/or jointly own a reportable foreign financial account that requires the filing of an FBAR (FinCEN Report 114) for the reportable year. There is no need to register to file the FBAR as an individual. ”

— from Individuals Filing the Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR) as of 4 July 2025

The FBAR (Foreign Bank and Financial Account Reporting)

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“Each year, the U.S. Government requires U.S. persons who own foreign assets and accounts to disclose this information annually to the IRS/FinCEN on the FBAR”

— from The FBAR (Foreign Bank and Financial Account Reporting) as of 4 July 2025

AI Vuln Detection #1: How XBOW did it

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“XBOW’s path to the top involved uncovering a wide range of interesting and impactful vulnerabilities. Among them was a previously unknown vulnerability in Palo Alto’s GlobalProtect VPN solution, affecting over 2,000 hosts. Throughout this process, XBOW consistently demonstrated its ability to adapt to edge cases and develop creative strategies for complex exploitation scenarios entirely on its own.”

— from XBOW – The road to Top 1: How XBOW did it as of 2 July 2025

Coventry & Ashby & Fradley Canal Guide and Map

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"Leaving Fradley Junction and the well known Swan Inn the canal first cuts across flat wooded land, passing an old World War Two airfield, to Fazeley where the Birmingham & Fazeley Canal goes off to join the Birmingham Canal System, and on through Tamworth. Tamworth has a 13th century castle built  by Mercian king Offa and is well worth a visit."

Hawksworth, Sutton, Greyhound: “At this unusual junction the Oxford Canal now meets the Coventry Canal but the Oxford originally ran parallel with the Coventry for a few more miles towards Coventry. The junction beneath the elegant cast iron bridge was cut through in 1828 when the Oxford Canal was being shortened by having some of its tortuous loops cut out. Narrowboats have to make a very tight 180 degree turn to get off the Coventry Canal and into the lock, especially if they are pulling a butty!”

— from The Coventry & Ashby Canal Holiday Guide and Map as of 2 July 2025

On Bullshit | Princeton University Press

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“The acclaimed book that illuminates our world and its politics by revealing why bullshit is more dangerous than lying”

— from On Bullshit | Princeton University Press as of 2 July 2025

Pineapple leather and thread

Amazing:

https://fb.watch/Azrc02B5C2/

Exclusive: NHSE national CCIO and CNIO appointments confirmed

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“Dr Price-Forbes is a consultant rheumatologist and former CCIO for Coventry and Warwickshire’s sustainability and transformation partnership, Better Health, Better Care, Better Value. He is also clinical chair of Digital Health’s integrated care system (ICS) Digital Council.”

— from Exclusive: NHSE national CCIO and CNIO appointments confirmed as of 30 June 2025

Her Health Unveiled: Global Voices Episode 2 | LinkedIn

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“Universal Healthcare: A Tale of Two Systems – The U.K. and the U.S.”

— from (3) Her Health Unveiled: Global Voices Episode 2 | LinkedIn as of 29 June 2025

Critical hurricane forecast tool abruptly terminated

Critical hurricane forecast tool abruptly terminated
https://www.local10.com/weather/hurricane/2025/06/26/critical-hurricane-forecast-tool-abruptly-terminated/

Why Your Brain Loves Good Storytelling

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“I am measuring the brain activity of a dozen viewers. For me, excitement has a different source: I am watching an amazing neural ballet in which a story line changes the activity of people’s brains.”

— from Why Your Brain Loves Good Storytelling as of 25 June 2025

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (CHS) & Cyclic Vomiting (CVS) in Adults | ACG

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“CHS usually starts after years of using marijuana many times a week. Initial symptoms are feeling sick to the stomach, belly pain and the feeling like you may throw up. A lot of people can still eat without throwing up. After about 10-12 years of chronic marijuana use, patients begin to have a strong feeling of sickness, throwing up, and belly pain. This is normally when people go see a doctor to find out what is causing these problems. They start to feel better when they stop using marijuana but can feel bad if they use it again.”

— from Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (CHS) & Cyclic Vomiting (CVS) in Adults | ACG as of 25 June 2025

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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“Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) can affect people who use cannabis (marijuana) long-term. CHS causes frequent, severe nausea and vomiting. Hot baths and showers may temporarily relieve symptoms. But the only way to cure CHS is to stop using cannabis.”

— from Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment as of 25 June 2025

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (CHS) & Cyclic Vomiting (CVS) in Adults | ACG

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“CHS usually starts after years of using marijuana many times a week. Initial symptoms are feeling sick to the stomach, belly pain and the feeling like you may throw up. A lot of people can still eat without throwing up. After about 10-12 years of chronic marijuana use, patients begin to have a strong feeling of sickness, throwing up, and belly pain. This is normally when people go see a doctor to find out what is causing these problems. They start to feel better when they stop using marijuana but can feel bad if they use it again. ”

— from Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (CHS) & Cyclic Vomiting (CVS) in Adults | ACG as of 25 June 2025

Have A.I. bots finally overtaken Reddit?

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“a shocking exercise of A.I.-powered manipulation. In late April, the moderation team for the popular subreddit r/ChangeMyView disclosed that researchers from the University of Zurich had conducted an “unauthorized experiment” on community members that “deployed AI-generated comments to study how AI could be used to change views.” ”

— from Have A.I. bots finally overtaken Reddit? as of 24 June 2025

Retirement Celebration Book - PRO Collection

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“Retirement Celebration Book Hardcover Photo Book Landscape, 11×8.5, Glossy Hardcover Hardcover, Everyday Semi-Gloss, 20 pages”

— from Retirement Celebration Book - PRO Collection as of 23 June 2025

ChatGPT is holding back — these four prompts unlock its full potential

ChatGPT is holding back — these four prompts unlock its full potential | Tom's Guide
https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/chatgpt-is-holding-back-these-four-prompts-unlock-its-full-potential

China Strikes Hard: Chinese Satellite Pulverizes Starlink With a 2-Watt Laser 36,000 KM From Earth

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“The technology’s ability to maintain a high-quality signal over 36,000 kilometers—without the need for complex infrastructure on the ground—opens up a new frontier for satellite communications. For instance, HD streaming could see faster speeds and less interruption, making this technology particularly appealing for consumers and industries alike.”

— from China Strikes Hard: Chinese Satellite Pulverizes Starlink With a 2-Watt Laser 36,000 KM From Earth as of 22 June 2025

Trump has opened a Pandora’s box

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“Only a fool would take Trump at his word, which he serially breaks. But it is safe to say that his ambition of winning the Nobel Peace Prize is unlikely to bear fruit. Without consulting Congress, and in probable contravention of international law, Trump has taken a fateful gamble. Whether he has fully digested this fact or not, he is now committed to seeing this through to the end. Iran and Israel will have at least as big a say as Trump in deciding when and how that happens.”

— from Trump has opened a Pandora’s box  as of 22 June 2025

Texas Tightens The Screws On Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout

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“the new rules will require autonomous vehicle operators to prove they follow state traffic laws, use onboard recording devices, meet federal safety standards and ensure vehicles can safely stop if the self-driving system fails. The vehicles must also be registered, titled and insured in Texas.”

— from Texas Tightens The Screws On Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout as of 22 June 2025

Bill Text: TX SB10 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Enrolled | LegiScan

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“ (g)  The attorney general shall defend a public elementary or   secondary school in a cause of action relating to any claims arising   out of a school's compliance with this section.  In a cause of   action defended by the attorney general under this subsection, the   state is liable for the expenses, costs, judgments, or settlements   of the claims arising out of the representation.  The attorney   general may settle or compromise any and all claims under this   subsection.”

— from Bill Text: TX SB10 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Enrolled | LegiScan as of 22 June 2025

Mini NTVS Rock Button Pack — The NTVS | Native American Clothing

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“All 5 mini buttons! Some of our most popular designs pair perfect with these. 1” button.”

— from Mini NTVS Rock Button Pack — The NTVS | Native American Clothing as of 22 June 2025

6 ChatGPT Prompts to Write In 2025

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“I’m writing an in-depth thought leadership piece called [name] for my B2B client [name of client], using research and the latest data to create a white paper-like study, which has the following goals, according to the client [list the goals].”

— from 6 ChatGPT Prompts That Get You Paid $1,000+ To Write In 2025 as of 22 June 2025

U.S. on high alert: Pentagon confirms mysterious signal traced to Russian space anomaly, now feared as a major threat - Glass Almanac

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“As space becomes more militarized, there’s growing urgency for international space diplomacy. The increasing importance of space has sparked a technological race, not only between military powers like the U.S., Russia, and China, but also between emerging space-faring nations and private companies. While this has spurred rapid advancements in satellite technology, propulsion systems, and even lunar and Martian exploration, it also introduces new challenges.”

— from U.S. on high alert: Pentagon confirms mysterious signal traced to Russian space anomaly, now feared as a major threat - Glass Almanac as of 22 June 2025

6 ChatGPT Prompts That Get You Paid $1,000+ To Write In 2025

6 ChatGPT Prompts That Get You Paid $1,000+ To Write In 2025
https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2025/06/20/try-these-chatgpt-prompts-to-make-money-from-writing-in-2025/

Ransomware gang busted in Thailand hotel raid

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“Thai police say that the six men apprehended on the hotel's top floor were employees of the gang, specifically paid to try to infect Chinese companies with ransomware. Nine laptops and 15 mobile devices were seized by the authorities from the men.”

— from Ransomware gang busted in Thailand hotel raid as of 20 June 2025

Škoda Fabia mk3 spare wheel size help - Skoda Fabia Mk3 (2014-2021) - BRISKODA

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“The below foam and jack kit for the Fabia MK3 includes everything, except for the actual spare wheel...which you can purchase separately. 

 Thjs kit normally uses the standard Fabia MK3 15" wheel which is 185/60R15 fitted to a 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 rim...normally steel if it's a spare wheel. 

 The foam and jack kit can be ordered from any VAG parts department by quoting OEM part number 6V0093860B. The Czech price is about £49, but the UK price can be slightly more...perhaps up to 20% more or so. 6V0093860B https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz 

 Google "alcar 7760 mytyres.co.uk" to find a listing on mytyres for an Alcar 7760 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim. Currently priced at £43.47 including shipping to the UK from Germany. This is an aftermarket steel rim that exactly matches the original Skoda steel rim. 

Alcar are made in Switzerland, so as you would expect are OE quality. This steel rim can be ordered from mytyres with a fitted tyre of your choice. One option is a Continental UltraContact 185/60R15 84H.”

— from Škoda Fabia mk3 spare wheel size help - Skoda Fabia Mk3 (2014-2021) - BRISKODA as of 20 June 2025

Bloomberg just released the most embarrassing report about Tesla, Waymo, and self-driving | Electrek

Bloomberg blew it. 

https://electrek.co/2025/06/16/bloomberg-most-embarassing-report-tesla-waymo-self-driving/ 

Opinion | OpenAI Seems to Be Making a Very Familiar, Very Cynical Choice - The New York Times

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“Mr. Altman recently claimed that about 10 percent of the world uses the company’s products. That’s a lot for a company whose products have been publicly available for only a few years — but it also means that 90 percent of the world doesn’t. Some people are actively resisting A.I. products like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. They, like Mr. McNamee, have seen this movie before. This time, they can see what’s coming.”

— from Opinion | OpenAI Seems to Be Making a Very Familiar, Very Cynical Choice - The New York Times as of 18 June 2025

DARPA sets new records for sending power wirelessly

DARPA's wireless laser power relay sets new distance record

https://newatlas.com/military/darpa-sets-new-records-sending-power-without-wires/

US state-by-state AI legislation snapshot | BCLP - Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

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“BCLP actively tracks the proposed, failed and enacted AI regulatory bills from across the United States to help our clients stay informed in this rapidly-changing regulatory landscape. The interactive map will be updated regularly to include legislation that if passed would directly impact a businesses’ development or deployment of AI solutions.”

— from US state-by-state AI legislation snapshot | BCLP - Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner as of 15 June 2025

Chapter 2: Working With Website Projects | CoffeeCup Software

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“We cannot stress enough how important Website Projects are. If used correctly, this tool can make broken links a thing of the past.”

— from Chapter 2: Working With Website Projects | CoffeeCup Software as of 14 June 2025

Advanced AI suffers ‘complete accuracy collapse’ in face of complex problems, study finds

Advanced AI suffers 'complete accuracy collapse' in face of complex problems, study finds | Artificial intelligence (AI) | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jun/09/apple-artificial-intelligence-ai-study-collapse

AI leaders have a new term for the fact that their models are not always so intelligent

AI leaders have a new term for the fact that their models are not always so intelligent

https://www.businessinsider.com/aji-artificial-jagged-intelligence-google-ceo-sundar-pichai-2025-6

Millions of ‘cloud workers’, upon whom AI depends, have no basic labour rights

Millions of 'cloud workers', upon whom AI depends, have no basic labour rights - Raconteur

While the generative AI providers promise an automated future, behind the curtain millions of invisible gig workers are busy completing tasks such as software development, data annotation and content moderation to power said platforms, for little money and without basic workplace protections.

These mostly invisible labourers have been dubbed 'cloud workers' by the Fairwork project, a labour rights organisation hosted at the Oxford Internet Institute. These workers are largely – although not only – located in the global south, poorly paid even by local standards and have next to no labour rights or recourse over bad behaviour from bosses. Globally, according to the World Bank, there may be 435 million of them. 

PechaKucha Presentation: Example

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“# slides progressing every # seconds”

— from PechaKucha Presentation: The Labor Behind AI as of 9 June 2025

Make AI Hallucinate Again? What the MAHA Mess Means for Healthcare | Signify Research

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“Rather than framework-building, I’m offering a take on some of the key headlines from the last few weeks, and what they say about the state of play in generative AI for healthcare. And let’s just say… it’s been an eventful month.”

— from Make AI Hallucinate Again? What the MAHA Mess Means for Healthcare | Signify Research as of 6 June 2025

IamA Aryeh Goretsky. Today I'm the Distinguished Reseacher for ESET

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“In September 1989, I became John McAfee's first employee at McAfee Associates, where I answered the phone at the kitchen table. Just three years later, in October 1992, the company went public with only about three dozen employees, one of the fastest IPOs at the time, especially given the staff size.”

— from IamA Aryeh Goretsky. Today I'm the Distinguished Reseacher for ESET, but 30 years at 19 years of age, I was John McAfee's first employee at McAfee Associates. AMAA! : r/IAmA as of 5 June 2025

Lawyers using AI keep citing fake cases in court. Judges aren’t happy.

Judges not happy about this…
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/06/03/attorneys-court-ai-hallucinations-judges/?utm_campaign=rct_2406:2&utm_source=webview&no_nav=true&utm_medium=referral_home

The War on Fraud: How the UK can Step Up to the 21st Century Crime Wave

The War on Fraud: How the UK can Step Up to the 21st Century Crime Wave | Royal United Services Institute
https://www.rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/war-fraud-how-uk-can-step-21st-century-crime-wave

Anyone can use AI chatbots to vibe code?

Anyone can use AI chatbots to 'vibe code.' Could that put programmers out of a job?
https://www.npr.org/2025/05/30/nx-s1-5413387/vibe-coding-ai-software-development

Opinion | AI Is Learning to Escape Human Control

AI Is Learning to Escape Human Control by @juddrosenblatt
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/ai-is-learning-to-escape-human-control-technology-model-code-programming-066b3ec5?st=DbsPtz&reflink=article_gmail_share

Dancing in the Street — Martha and the Vandellas’ 1964 hit chimed with the times

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“Though singer Martha Reeves rejected claims that it was a civil rights anthem, the song projected confidence and power”

— from Dancing in the Street — Martha and the Vandellas’ 1964 hit chimed with the times as of 2 June 2025

Fairly shocking Bluesky thread about AI video from Veo3

Worth watching, deeply troubling:

I’m filled with overwhelming dread at Google’s launch of Veo 3 in Gemini. The amount of harm this AI generator will cause can’t be overstated. If it’s online it’s not to be trusted. Don’t believe your eyes or your ears. This isn’t the future, this is now thanks to Veo 3

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— Katherine T. Tyson (@katherinettyson.bsky.social) June 1, 2025 at 1:51 PM

Yes to Transfer: 82% of Jewish Israelis Back Expelling Gazans - Israel News - Haaretz.com

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“The poll also found that a significant minority supports the mass killing of civilians in enemy cities captured by the Israeli army.”

— from Yes to Transfer: 82% of Jewish Israelis Back Expelling Gazans - Israel News - Haaretz.com as of 1 June 2025

The Queens: 4 Legends, 1 Stage - Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & Stephanie Mills

The Queens: 4 Legends, 1 Stage - Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & Stephanie Mills Washington Tickets - Friday, Oct 3, 2025:

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“Washington DC Events" is an independent guide, to all upcoming events in the city, not a venue or show. We sell primary, discount, and resale tickets, all 100% guaranteed and they may be priced above or below face value.”

— from The Queens: 4 Legends, 1 Stage - Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & Stephanie Mills Washington Tickets - Friday, Oct 3, 2025 as of 31 May 2025

AI now making podcasts?

Back in 2016 I wrote a paper about the cyber security skills gap. In 2025 somebody told an AI to make a podcast about that paper. I didn't ask anybody to do that and the results were appalling, as you can hear here in this copy of the recording.

In short, the words are delivered in a casual, chatty style with a seemingly random use of colloquialisms.