#collision of time page 45

[rc-collision-of-time]

At least he knows now. Everything that happened to him. There's always more to learn.

Once again, a huge thank you to @spiltymilky who lined all these pages I posted. Without her, who knows how long it would have taken me to finally get back to this comic.

[riacte]

“hold the line,” a familiar pfp on your dashboard declares. it’s a mutual. you don’t remember when you’ve followed them, you don’t remember when they’ve followed you, because they’ve always been there. you know their blorbo through osmosis, you know who they’ll campaign for. it’s a constant in mcytblr.

“hold the line,” you echo back, fingers trembling as you press the reddit app and carefully place a pixel. kermitcraft is now back to hermitcraft. good grief. the joke stopped being funny ages ago.

“vote for quackity!” “let’s go quackity let’s go!” you go back to tumblr. it’s 50/50. you watch with dazed eyes as the numbers change— 200, 45, 19, 8. they mean nothing, they mean everything. the thin line between grian and quackity fluctuates. your heart thumps, tense and anxious.

“hold the line!”

a ping from your discord, from your comrades in the r/hermitcraft server. not the lime green gme line starting up shit again. with a resigned sigh, you push the gme pixels back to their side.

“hold the line!”

the joehills stans are back. you voted for him in the first hour. you dutifully reblog the propaganda posts anyway. joe has lime green glasses. the gme line is lime green. refresh the stats page. still 50/50. hold the line.

“hold the line!”

oh god, not rogues on r/place. “please,” someone sobs, “we need to maintain peace with our biggest ally brasil.” we cannot afford another crisis. we must remain diplomatic. “HOLD THE LINE!” you blare into your microphone with a resounding @/everyone discord ping. we’ve got to keep our own people in check.

“hold the line!”

scar and techno’s fandoms are rallying. 20k votes, 30k votes, 40k votes. they rise to dizzying heights. another 50/50. there’s a spreadsheet. there’s fanart. there’s fanfic. your dash is in chaos. hold the line.

“hold the line!”

not the reddit void attacking, it creeps over and suffocates your pixels. regroup, rebuild, reapply the blush. it’s day three on r/place and it feels like forever. you’re obsessed. you’re getting too attached.

“hold the line!”

it’s the final minute. grian and quackity are trembling. messages fly by in your discord server as the countdown truly begins. it’s a reverse sweep, an underdog down to the very last second. we are in the metaphorical trenches. honourable allies, honourable enemies.

“hold the line!”

the gme line is our friend now, helping to maintain a sense of structure and stability after the void’s attack. the lime line is decorated with two nether portals. it’s cute. once upon a time, you hated those lime pixels. now, it’s your turn the place them.

“HOLD THE LINE!”

it comes from various people on your dash, text posts melting into one. time is ticking and running out. people are desperate jubilant relieved tense obsessed emotional joyous defeated victorious. we’ve lost track of the days and nights. new accounts flood in. they say the end is coming.

there’s a break.

the canvas expands again.

the fandom regroups.

there’s a break.

new colours are added, a beautiful collision of vibrancy.

(somewhere, someone posts their 8th picture of themselves as their sexyman campaign.)

(somewhere, someone adds a pixel of blush to a beloved mural.)

they say the end is coming. we’re exhausted, energised, exhilarated. so when someone says,

“hold the line—“

you hold onto it. grip onto it with your fingers, knuckles bleeding from countless cactus circles.

you hold the damn line.

[sudoscience]

Ideal Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Version 1.3.0 Patch Notes:

Newly Added Features

Players can now connect their games to Pokémon Home. For more details, please check here.

Players now have the option to skip the animation whenever a Pokémon egg hatches. (Alternatively: faster animation and/or wild Pokémon no longer approach while the egg is hatching.)

A search function has been added to the Pokédex. Players can now search for Pokémon by name, type, and habitat.

A search function has been added to the inventory.

Players once again have the option to choose between Set or Shift Battle Modes and to disable move animations.

Players now have the option to enable audio and visual cues when shiny Pokémon are nearby.

Feature Adjustments

Players can now see the Star Rating of Tera Raid Dens from the map.

Players can now adjust their Pokémon's moves and held items prior to entering a Tera Raid Battle.

Players can now release multiple Pokémon from the Boxes view.

Players now have the option to add multiple stamps, pins, and waypoints on the map.

Players can now set a destination from the Habitat page of a Pokémon's Pokédex entry.

The Pokédex will now open to the last entry viewed.

Players now have the option to mute the sound effects of Roaming Form Gimmighoul.

The wait time to refresh available online Tera Raid Battles has been reduced to 45 seconds.

Stores now have actual interiors, and Toby Fox has written a new version of the Sinnoh Poké Mart theme that plays when a store is entered.

Bug Fixes

Tera Raid Battles

A bug could occur that caused the opposing Tera Pokémon to continue attacking after its HP had been depleted. This has been fixed.

Players may occasionally have to watch the opposing Tera Pokémon attack their teammates. This is a bug and has been fixed.

A bug could occur that caused the opposing Tera Pokémon to move twice or more in a row. This has been fixed.

Other

Pokémon now have collision with each other and with the player during picnics.

The Ride Pokémon, Koraidon and Miraidon, now have collision with people and wild Pokémon at all times.

We have fixed a bug that caused large Pokémon to disappear from view when the camera is moved in certain ways.

A bug could occur in certain areas that caused Mass Outbreak Pokémon to not appear. This has been fixed.

We have fixed a bug causing Pokémon to spawn inside walls and cliff faces.

Multiple issues with Top Champion Geeta's team, including team composition and order, have been fixed. She was supposed to have a Gholdengo and an Armarouge, not a Gogoat and Avalugg. The intern responsible for this has been sacked.

Veluza no longer spawn in the wild have been made less aggressive.

Battles are no longer triggered by wild Pokémon to the player's left or right side.

Various bug fixes relating to draw distance and frame rate have been implemented.

We have fixed an issue causing game performance to degrade the longer the game has been running.

A number of other bug fixes have been implemented.

Notes

If you purchased Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet on or before February 28, 2023, you can receive The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero for free. If you have already preordered The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, you may be eligible for a refund. For more details, please check here.

In order to enjoy online play, you will need to have downloaded the latest update data.

All players must be using the same update version of the software to play together via local communication. Please make sure you have the same update version as the people you are playing with.

[usafphantom2]

Boeing concerned about Indonesia's ability to pay for the F-15EX

$14 billion agreement for Indonesia to acquire Boeing F-15EX fighters is interrupted by financing

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 11/13/2022 - 17:30 in Military

The proposal to sell Boeing of 36 new F-15 fighters and equipment to Indonesia hit an obstacle in financing, according to people aware of the subject.

Executives of the U.S. aircraft manufacturer flew to Jakarta this week to discuss the transaction with Indonesian authorities on the sidelines of an annual defense exposure, people said, asking not to be identified because the deliberations are confidential.

Boeing is concerned about the ability of Southeast Asia's largest economy to finance jets, with Indonesia insisting on paying in installments, people said. The meetings ended without a conclusive result, which means that plans to sign the agreement before the end of this year will probably be postponed, they said.

Geopolitically, order is vital to the national interests of the US, as it would strengthen one of its main partners in the region. The State Department approved the potential sale of the jets in February, with the aircraft valued at about $9.5 billion. There is also approximately $4.4 billion in related equipment as part of the agreement.

F-15EX fighters in the colors of the Indonesian Air Force. (Photo: Digital Combat Simulator)

A Boeing spokesman said he continues to have “significant and productive conversations with senior members” of the Indonesian Air Force and the Ministry of Defense, and said that more comments can be made available by the U.S. and Indonesian governments. The Indonesian Ministry of Defense did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Indonesia earlier this year signed a contract with Dassault Aviation for 42 Rafale fighters - a transaction valued at US$ 8.1 billion.

At the end of last month, Indonesia's Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto said that negotiations with Boeing are underway. He also suggested challenges around financing.

“We clearly ask that we should be able to buy in terms of payment in installments; we cannot do everything at once,” Prabowo said at a press conference with local reporters at the time. "The government always prioritizes economic development and so on."

For Indonesia, the purchase of the F-15 is part of the efforts to modernize its armed forces. But a fiscal squeeze induced by the pandemic, along with rising inflation, as well as the effort to complete infrastructure projects, means that the military needs to compete with other portfolios for the country's financial resources.

Source: Bloomberg

Tags: Military AviationboeingF-15EXTNI AU - Indonesian Air Force

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The CERN Alumni Network turns seven

The CERN Alumni Network turns seven 2024 is proving to be an exhilarating year for the CERN Alumni Network, which will turn seven on 8 June. Join the seventh-anniversary LinkedIn live on Thursday, 13 June to discover  the impactful work being carried out by its members and celebrate our shared achievements together. The CERN Alumni Network, which boasts nearly 10 000 members, is an integral part of the CERN community as it enables alumni to keep in touch with the Organization and each other after leaving the Laboratory. Throughout the year, the Network organises events to connect with alumni and companies and it also offers career guidance and mentoring. Between 9 and 11 February 2024, CERN witnessed the momentous gathering of just under 600 people for the Network’s triennial reunion, Third Collisions. This vibrant event served as a testament to the enduring camaraderie within the CERN community, providing a platform for alumni to reconnect and exchange ideas. From captivating keynote addresses to interactive panel discussions, participants explored a wide array of topics, showcasing the breadth of knowledge within the alumni network and its collective commitment to addressing global challenges. Recordings of many of the keynote talks and parallel sessions can be accessed on the Indico event page. One highlight of Third Collisions was the inclusion of the first careers fair, which provided a platform for companies to connect directly with alumni. Networking sessions and CERN Club activities further reinforced the sense of a CERN community at the event. Participants also had the privilege of exploring the newly inaugurated Science Gateway, which served as a fitting backdrop for discussions on cutting-edge research and innovation. Third Collisions was more than just a reunion: it was a convergence of minds, ideas and experiences. Energised by new insights and connections, participants departed with a renewed sense of purpose and pride in belonging to the extraordinary CERN alumni community. Thanks to Third Collisions, several alumni have come forward to propose new regional groups. Reflecting on the event, one attendee remarked, "I am so proud to be part of such a thriving and inspiring community! All the trajectories of CERN's alumni are super interesting, and it felt like a big family get-together." If you haven't joined the Network yet, now is the perfect time to do so. By becoming a member, you can expand your professional network, forge connections with individuals who share your CERN experience, participate in exciting events and showcase your ongoing endeavours to a community passionate about the groundbreaking work conducted at CERN. Don’t forget to join the LinkedIn live on 13 June to continue these celebrations and connect with this ever-growing community. Watch highlights from the Third Collisions event below.   ndinmore Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:47 Byline CERN Alumni programme Publication Date Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:45 https://home.web.cern.ch/news/news/cern/cern-alumni-network-turns-seven (Source of the original content)

[newagesispage]

                                                                    OCTOBER           2023 

THE RIB PAGE 

The Wall Street Journal has proclaimed the economy is great!! This country is doing better than expected, at least until the republican shutdown takes us down. Why are we so disapproving when inflation is down and jobs are plentiful?? 

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Dream Scenario is the new Nick Cage film with Tim Meadows, Julianne Nicholson and Michael Cera. There is already buzz!! 

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Shawn Fain, President of the UAW was treated a bit snarky by Margret Brennan on Face the Nation. 

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We need to be looking at more privacy in the new cars coming off the line. They are loading them with privacy invaders. ** About 5% of the price of a car is labor. During the bailout, workers gave up their cost- of- living increases. It is time to make that right now that the auto makers are doing better. 

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Chuck Todd left Meet the Press and was replaced with Kristen Welker. * * Hey.. CBS Sunday morning: You have always been pretty diverse, but it seems most of your guests anymore are old white people. What gives? 

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Marty Baron has a new book: Collision of Power about Bezos and the Washington Post. 

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Michelle Dockery has wed Jasper Waller- Bridge. 

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It seems that Usher will take the halftime show at Super Bowl LVIII 

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Days alert: Oh, this Victor has another son story is a great idea. We all knew there was another. ** Kassie DePaiva was on the other day. It was great to see her again. She is also bringing Blair (OLTL)to General Hospital! **I love the Donovan family being back. I wish they could stay!! C’mon Patsy Pease!!!! ** Where does Kate keep all her clothes at the pub?? She must have a storage unit nearby. 

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Smuckers is buying Hostess. 

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Check out the Peoria Fight Club: Guns down Gloves up 

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Rudy Giuliani has been sued by his lawyer and he is not paying the legal fees he owes to Ruby Freeman. 

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The republicans are debating. The other top 7 candidates poll at about 35% all together, same as Trump by himself. ** Trump has called for the execution of Gen. Mark Milley. Milley made a speech a few days later calling out wanna- be dictators.  

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I am shocked but at the last minute we have a stop gap for 45 days to avoid the Government shutdown. There is nothing about Ukraine in there. At least the military and Federal employees will get paid. It was ridic that the reps for about 2% of the country were holding us hostage. Those same people are actively trying to take him down. Word is that Matt Gaetz and Kevin McCarthy can’t stand each other. ** I don’t remember the journalist but they mentioned Mitch McConnell and his senior moments as it looking like his soul was leaving his body or that he was buffering.  

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Lachlan Murdoch is the sole chairman of News Corp. 

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Aerosmith has postponed their farewell tour until 2024. The Peace Out Tour with openers, The Black Crowes will wait for Steven Tyler to mend. The singer has vocal cord damage and a fractured larynx. 

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Chris Bell and Carson Hocevar are really kicking ass in Nascar. I bet one of them will take the whole prize within a season or two. 

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Gary Busey, now admitted to hitting a woman’s car in a parking lot. She chased him down as he wasn’t so forth coming on the day but now agrees it was him. 

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The Exorcist is back with Believer. ** William Friedkin’s final film is Showtime, about the Caine Mutiny court martial. 

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After much backlash, Drew Barrymore put her show on hold. ** The writers have reached a provisional deal so some shows will start coming back. SAG-AFTRA is still on strike. ** Bill Maher was going to come back early but changed his mind. He officially came back Sept. 29 with Ron DeSantis.  

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Burning Man turned into a giant, dangerous mud pit. There were 2 months of rain in 2 days. People were trapped in the middle of the desert and it could take 6 hours to drive out. Yikes! Large gatherings seem more and more a bad idea.  

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The Strand has published ‘Another day in Paradise’ by Truman Capote. The recently found handwritten short story from the 50’s is about a woman in Sicily. ** Next up is Feud: Capote vs. The Swans from Ryann Murphy! 

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Duane Davis has been arrested in connection with the death of Tupac Shakur in 1996. 

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Jann Wenner has a new book ,The Masters of Rock. In a NY Time interview, he was asked why he chose all the white guys and that he could have included a black or female musician for the book. He answered, “The people had to meet a couple criteria, but it was just kind of my personal interest and love of them. Inso far as the women, just none of them were as articulate enough on this intellectual level.” The Rock and Roll Hall of fame has announced his removal from their board of directors. Cyndi Lauper commented, “He’s a little senile.” ** Favre? Santana? Chappelle? Maher? Wenner? What happens? 

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New Jersey Senator Robert Menedez has been indicted for allegedly accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes. 

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A trailer for a show for Tucker Carlson was seen on state run Russiya 24. 

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Will Pauly Shore play Richard Simmons in the movie of his life? 

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There is a new character in the Pooh universe, a little female pup named Carmen. 

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Four months ago, Oscar Mayer renamed the hot dog truck the Frankmobile to celebrate the new recipe for beef franks. People did not like that, so it is the Weinermobile once again. 

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Get out and give someone else a chance.- Harry Truman and Igor 

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Elon Musk seems to have a burr under his saddle about the Anti- Defamation league. ** And why is the government giving this man so much power and money??**His friend, Bill Maher was also worked up but about the writer’s strike. Maher also seems to be in conflict with Howard Stern. 

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Sexual assault news: Danny Masterson was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for rape. His friends, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis and about 50 others wrote letters to the judge for leniency. Kutcher has now resigned from Thorn, an anti-child sex abuse organization that he co-founded with Demi Moore.** Rumors have now come to the surface for Russell Brand. He denies the stories of Rape, emotional abuse and sexual assault. 

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N’Sync reunited at the VMA’s. They won’t tour but have a new recording for the first time in 10 years. 

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The new cast of Dancing with the Stars is: Barry Williams, Mira Sorvino, Adrian Peterson, Jamie Lynn Spears, Tyson Beckford, Alyson Hannagan and Matt Walsh. 

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A recent fossil find may be the missing link between birds and dinosaurs. Fujianvenator Prodigious is estimated to be 30 million years older than any confirmed bird fossil. 

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Will Tommy Tubberville ever care about the military members and their families that he is cheating out of promotions? There are about 300 military promotions just waiting. Tubberville is endangering the welfare of this country. Don’t use abortion as an excuse. 

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Wilbert Boyce, the last shoe shiner in Savannah, Ga. Has retired. 

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The re- do of the Wonder Years was cancelled. That was a great show! Dule’ Hill is a dream! 

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Joe Hagan has a new article: Robert Kennedy Jr’s mad mad mad mad world. It would appear that Kennedy is pretty hostile to all. Is he all conspiracies and mental illness?? Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon love him. What else is there to know? 

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Matt Gaetz had a bit of a melt- down as he pushed to begin impeachment inquiries into Joe Biden. There is absolutely no evidence of wrongdoing, no financial gain. Will Kevin McCarthy lose his seat or be the puppet of his MAGA co-horts? He has promised so much to so many. The house is wasting everyone’s time. The Senate won’t support their nonsense as we wait for the rebels to do some real business.** Hunter Biden has been indicted for guns. Isn’t it funny that the republicans are pushing this gun thing when they seem to want to give guns to everyone else, just not Hunter Biden? Their own laws are making it hard to charge him. And, why do we want to zero in on the President’s children? They used to be off limits. UGH! 

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R.I.P. Richard Davis, Bill Pinkney, Franne Lee, Marrakesh earthquake victims, Gary Wright, Jimmy Buffet, Robert Klane, Bill Richardson, Fernando Botero, Eva Fahidi, Dianne Feinstein, David McCallum, Michael Mcgrath, Billy Miller, Sir Michael Gambon, Terry Kirkman Larry Chance and David Sheckler. 

[atlanticcanada]

Woman struck, killed by utility trailer while walking in Charlottetown

A woman has died after she was struck by a utility trailer while walking in Charlottetown Tuesday morning.

Charlottetown police, fire and ambulance crews responded to the scene near 102 Mount Edward Road at 7:45 a.m.

Police say the trailer was being hauled by a pick-up truck whose driver was travelling northbound.

The trailer detached from the truck when it hit the woman who was walking in the same direction, police say.

The 57-year-old woman died from her injuries. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured.

Mount Edward Road is closed from Belvedere Avenue to Fairview Drive while a collision reconstructionist attends the scene.

There is no word on possible charges at this time.

Police are asking anyone with dashcam footage, or who witnessed the collision, to call them at 902-629-4172.

For full coverage of Prince Edward Island news, visit our dedicated page.

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[laocommunity]

50 Jaw-Dropping Posts from the Ultimate Page of Fascination - Prepare to Be Amazed!

50 Jaw-Dropping Posts from the Ultimate Page of Fascination - Prepare to Be Amazed! 50 Jaw-Dropping Posts from the Ultimate Page of Fascination - Prepare to Be Amazed! If you're looking for a way to spend your free time, there's nothing better than exploring the Ultimate Page of Fascination, a website dedicated to curating the most incredible and mind-blowing content from around the web. With thousands of posts covering everything from science and technology to art and entertainment, there's always something fascinating to discover. In this article, we'll take a look at 50 of the most jaw-dropping posts from the Ultimate Page of Fascination. The Science of the Unexplained 1. The Mystery of Dark Matter 2. 10 Mind-Boggling Quantum Physics Facts that Everyone Should Know 3. The Mysterious Sounds of the Taos Hum 4. The Bermuda Triangle: Fact or Fiction? 5. What Happens During a Black Hole Collision? Mind and Body 6. The Power of Positive Thinking 7. 10 Incredible Benefits of Meditation 8. What Happens to Your Brain When You Sleep? 9. The Science of Deja Vu 10. Can We Really Train Our Brains to Be Smarter? Art and Design 11. The Genius Behind the Mona Lisa's Smile 12. The Secret Meaning of Van Gogh's Starry Night 13. The Art of Japanese Shibari Bondage 14. Inside the World's 10 Most Beautiful Libraries 15. The Design Revolution: How Great Design Can Change Everything Technology and Innovation 16. The Future of AI: How It Will Transform Our World 17. The Rise of Autonomous Vehicles 18. The Power of CRISPR Gene Editing 19. The Promise of Augmented Reality 20. 10 Futuristic Gadgets That Will Blow Your Mind Space and the Universe 21. The Search for Extraterrestrial Life 22. Inside NASA's Journey to Mars 23. The Truth Behind UFO Sightings 24. The Trippy Science of Space Travel 25. The Biggest Mysteries of the Universe Animals and Nature 26. The Science of Animal Intelligence 27. The Fascinating World of Bioluminescence 28. The Incredible Migration of the Monarch Butterfly 29. The Role of Bees in Our Ecosystem 30. Amazing Facts About Sea Creatures Entertainment and Pop Culture 31. The Origin of Superheroes: A Brief History 32. The Evolution of Video Games 33. The Legacy of Harry Potter 34. The Secret Life of Studio Ghibli 35. The Magic of Disney's Imagineering Food and Drink 36. The Science of Chocolate: Why We Love It 37. The Weird and Wonderful World of Fermentation 38. The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Wine with Food 39. The Joy of Homemade Bread 40. The Delicious World of Street Food History and Culture 41. The Secrets of Machu Picchu 42. The Greatest Discoveries of Archaeology 43. The Fascinating World of Medieval Europe 44. The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire 45. The Cultural Revolution: A Timeline Sports and Fitness 46. The Insane World of Extreme Sports 47. How Exercise Affects Your Body and Mind 48. The Science of Building Muscle 49. The Beautiful Game: The History of Soccer 50. The Evolution of Fitness: From Caveman to Gym Rat Conclusion In conclusion, the Ultimate Page of Fascination offers an endless stream of incredible content to explore. From the science of the unexplained to the beautiful game of soccer, there's something for everyone. So, prepare to be amazed and dive in! FAQs 1. What is the Ultimate Page of Fascination? The Ultimate Page of Fascination is a website dedicated to curating the most incredible and mind-blowing content from around the web. 2. How many posts are on the Ultimate Page of Fascination? There are thousands of posts covering everything from science and technology to art and entertainment. 3. Is the content on the Ultimate Page of Fascination unique? Yes, all content on the Ultimate Page of Fascination is curated and unique. 4. Can I submit my own content to the Ultimate Page of Fascination? Yes, you can submit your own content with the submission form on the website. 5. Is the Ultimate Page of Fascination free to use? Yes, the Ultimate Page of Fascination is completely free to use and explore. #ENTERTAINMENT Read the full article

[blouisparadise]

Here are some amazing bottom Louis fics posted or completed during the month of July. We really hope you enjoy this list and that you give these fics a lot of love.

Happy reading!

1) Your Good Time | Explicit | 3070 words

Louis nodded along with what the guy was saying, apparently his arousal taking over his brain to mouth filter as he said, “Who would want to hide a fit bloke like you? That guys an idiot.” Louis scoffed, dramatizing the word ‘idiot’, giving the guy a sly smirk. The guy leaned an arm against the bar, turned his body to Louis and fixed him with a curious look before he held out a hand.

“M’Harry.”

Louis and Harry meet in a bar when Harry's date is an ass. Inspired by Temporary Fix by One Direction.

2) I Push You To The Limits | Explicit | 3846 words

Louis is a brat who likes seeing his boyfriend get jealous and possessive over him.

3) Overkill | Explicit | 4354 words

Louis was never going to get over how fucking attractive Harry was. How glorious his big, tall, curvy body was. The feeling of Harry behind him, hot and heavy, trapped on the tube after they’d been somewhere during rush hour. His thick hands, full of pretty rings sometimes, handing Louis a cup of coffee, then getting one for himself.

4) Too Nervous to be Lovers | Mature | 6445 words

Louis doesn't want to spend quarantine with Harry, his straight roommate, who doesn't even acknowledge his existence.

5) Fratboy In Love | Mature | 6830 words

Harry Styles was a frat boy who loved to sleep around and flirt with boys and girls. Louis was a good uni student who loved to stay in and study and wasn't much of a partier.

Insert his best friend Niall who talks him into going. Louis gets drunk and ends up sleeping with harry. The next day he leaves before Harry wakes and tries to avoid him at all costs. Thinking Harry wouldn't care since Louis was just another conquest. But what if Harry did care. And actually have a crush on Louis. Read and find out

6) My Sunflower | Mature | 7057 words

Louis would rather be sunbathing at the beach with his friends, not slaving his spring break away in his father’s flower shop.

7) Waiting | Explicit | 8023 words

Louis Tomlinson was Harry’s omega, of this Harry had always been sure. Unfortunately for Harry, Louis seemed to think they were just best friends. The six weeks that Harry has to live with Louis were going to be rough.

8) Shine Light Upon Your Ground | Explicit | 8506 words

Note: The fic pairing is Louis/H, which the reader can picture as Harry or Henry Cavill.

Louis sighs again and fiddles with the bracelet on his wrist, twisting the charms around and petting the fake diamonds.

“How much for a night?” A deep voice suddenly asks him. The man who approaches him is already pulling out his wallet and flicking through a bundle of bills. Louis, who had been sitting at the bar completely innocent and minding his own business, lets out an offended, strangled sound.

“Excuse me?” He demands, straightening up in his seat. The hem of his dress creeps further up his thigh but he pays it no mind.

9) Glistening Under The Sun (You're My Honey Soaked Love) | Mature | 8996 words

“Oh Petal,” he picks her up nuzzling the top of her head with his cheek as she nibbles on the lavender, “How lucky are we? I don’t think I’ve ever been this happy, the only thing we have to be sad about is that soon I won’t be able to hold you like this,”

10) Connected To The Heart | Explicit | 9059 words

Note: This is an coda scene for this fic.

“Your stage cue is way too close for you to be wearing that look you’re wearing,” Louis informs him. He can’t stop himself from looking up at Harry through his eyelashes, the silk of Harry’s dress shirt brushing against the backs of his knuckles.

“Twenty minutes,” Harry agrees. His breath is minty from the gum he was chewing earlier, fresh and warm. “Twenty minutes can be a long time, baby.”

This time, Louis has to force himself to roll his eyes. “Not nearly long enough for the way you always want to fuck me.”

11) Fuck U Betta | Explicit | 11438 words

There’s something about having Louis like this, exposed and desperate, that makes a primal urge bubble up from deep inside Harry’s chest. Desire mixed with something else, something unquantifiable. It’s the thing that makes them want this, need this. Nothing else will satisfy them or quench their thirst.

OR the one where Harry likes the thrill of the chase, Louis likes to be chased, and everyone gets what they need… in the end.

12) Kiss Me In Your Chevrolet | Explicit | 11569 words

"Yes, Lou?" Harry asked, rubbing his tired eyes. A gust of wind came through the open windows, sending chills down Harry's arms as a light rain began falling outside. He closed his eyes again and let his head fall back to the couch arm rest.

"Can we go there?" Louis asked, probably pointing somewhere. Harry opened his eyes and felt his heart jump in his chest, a magazine page a couple of inches away from his face. Startled, Harry closed his eyes and breathed heavily, trying to collect himself.

Harry blinked a few times to focus his eyes on the page Louis still held in front of his nose. "You want to go to the Grand Canyon?" He furrowed his eyebrows, tilting his head to the left to look at Louis' face.

13) Pull The Trigger | Explicit | 12007 words

Note: This fic is a sequel to this fic, which is #16 on this list.

Louis has never been alright with killing. Will that change when he learns what it's like to be the one holding the gun?

14) Open All Night | Explicit | 12537 words

It’s six in the morning when Harry finally makes it back home.

Harry's a bartender, Louis' got a nice ass and a shit taste in men. They make it work.

15) Among Other Things | Explicit | 16073 words

“Harry, it’s 7:45, oh my god, my class starts at 8:15,” and Louis wants to cry. Harry’s busy under the bed trying to find the tiny silver key but Louis knows that fate just hates him and he needs to find a way to get up. “Harry, I—fuck,” Louis whines. Harry stands up in a rush.

“I can’t seem to find them. It. The key.”

Or, Louis’ the teacher of Harry Styles’ daughter. Their paths shouldn’t cross like this. This meaning Louis showing up to school handcuffed to a headboard.

16) A Bullet And It's Gun | Explicit | 18156 words

Note: The sequel to this fic is #13 on this list. 

Louis’ parents arrange his marriage with Harry. He’s fully ready to accept that he’s going to be a sad and lonely person for the rest of his life. But then Harry starts proving himself as more than just an asocial man with money.

17) By Such Slight Ligaments | Explicit | 26764 words

Note: The fic pairing is Louis/Henry Cavill.

A late night visit to a patient sets off a series of events that will turn Louis' world upside down.

... Here there be monsters.

18) At Your Fingertips | Explicit | 27384 words

He finds himself wrapped up in sheets in bed on Thursday night, staring at the familiar name on a new story that was posted the night before.

His fingers twitch, ready to hit play and surrender to his impulses, saving the regret and turmoil for later.

And still he hesitates, internally praying that he’ll somehow gain the strength to exit out within the next few moments before he inevitably loses his patience and hits the button.

Three…

Two…

One.

Play.

19) Forgot My Roots Now Watch Me Bloom | Explicit | 28334 words

Lonely transit worker Louis pulls his longtime crush, Peter, from the path of an oncoming train. At the hospital, doctors report that he's in a coma, and a misplaced comment from Louis causes Peter's family to assume that he is his fiancée. When Louis doesn't correct them, they take him into their home and confidence. Things get even more complicated when he finds himself falling for Peter's brother, Harry. Loosely based on the movie "While You Were Sleeping".

20) Push You Out, Pull You Back In | Explicit | 31544 words

Harry hates feeling vulnerable. Louis is set on breaking through his tough facade.

21) Baby Blue | Explicit | 39439 words

Harry Styles takes his time coming out to greet them. Louis only knows what he’s seen on file and what he’s heard them talking about, but he fully lives up to the image he had inside of his head.

He saunters down the front steps of the farmhouse in his Levi’s, brown snakeskin boots curving out from underneath the denim Louis’ sure he had specially made. He’s got on a plaid button-down tucked into the jeans because of course he does, curls spilling out from either side of his cowboy hat around his sunglasses and country-tan skin.

“Harry Styles,” he drawls, extending a hand to Louis’ manager, “Pleased to meet ya’ll.”

22) Lidocaine And Palm Trees | Explicit | 44653 words

Heat, fake tans and lots of traffic.

Harry never expected to earn his living this way when he moved to LA.

Louis didn't think he could ever be the same after his divorce.

A lighthearted story about two guys trying to find themselves in the vibrant, sprawling city of Los Angeles, with a side of technical porn industry stuff.

23) Sleeping On Our Problems | Explicit | 67369 words

Louis sleeps with Harry and they have more than just catching feelings to worry about.

24) Truth Would Be | Explicit | 91869 words

“You want me? I’m not a… a thing to be owned!” Louis stuttered, still very angry and confused.

“Hmmm…” The alpha tapped his lips as if he was contemplating something. “Last time I checked, the debt was paid off and the only thing I had asked in return was… you. So technically I do own you.”

“You are crazy…” Louis muttered as he began to back towards the door. Harry’s impossibly green eyes turned a shade darker, but his tone was still teasing and light when he said, “Maybe I am…”

The I-paid-off-all-your-debt-so-you-are-mine AU in which Omega Louis wants to be left alone by Alpha Harry but it's super complicated when he starts to not hate the alpha all that much.

25) Collision | Not Rated | 224594 words

Note: This fic was finished in 2018, but two new epilogue chapters have been added.

Mythology/Fairytale!AU in which Louis is a dainty fairy with a temper who wants to be intimidating and Harry hurts people. Naturally, they hate each other.

Check out our other fic rec lists by category here and by title here.

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#5

Come darling, let's paint the walls we'll never visit again with colours our memories bleed onto our love

Let's dance in the storm till the blood gets washed away

Let's follow the trails hedonism has drawn for us, indulging in sins becoming our second nature

Come honey, let's abandon all notions of safety, pick up flowers from graveyards and pay our respects to the evil men

Let's become nothing but a distant tale, a rumour that leaves a funny taste on their tongues

Let chaos become our style, crime our way of life,

Become anything but those still porcelain dolls, holding broken dreams and stolen dreams within

Let's stain our fingers with mistakes, crack our ribs with accidents and scar our bodies because we never stop

Come love, let's tattoo our souls with magic from empty highways and crowded rooms, losing ourselves in you and me all over again.

126 notes • Posted 2021-05-29 14:28:06 GMT

#4

People who say they love summer because "you get to wear shorts and eat ice cream and have fun", you can do all of the above in winter/monsoon too if you stop being a little bitch about it

133 notes • Posted 2021-10-11 12:45:05 GMT

#3

A soft forest fire

Keeping me warm, tastes like secrets and 3am smiles

You lit me on fire, kept me safe from the blaze outside, a riot of dark clouds and white shadows

You splattered stars onto my empty sky and drew flowers and vines in the dark edges of my void

Colours exploded, fire grew and you stood there amidst it all, a soft glow in the golden collision

You were the high I couldn't get off of, but honey I never knew you

I saw you, fading and shining in the haze of my delusions,

A image with no life, a watercolour painting without the blues and yellows

A dream that haunted me, unattainable and beautiful, so distant yet within reach

Will you take me to your meadow again, kiss me among the daffodils, or drown me in the pond beside your house?

Trap me in your mind darling, tear me apart and stain your walls with my tears

Let me in, scream the colours into my soul and pull me into the current.

Be real honey, become my sunset and ember in the storm, be mine

Tagging @lilhappylilsad @it-is-what-it-it-iss @johermione @floralbeast @moonylupinhasdemonpox @the-girl-who-cried-wolf @moobrvoobl-moobmoob-oobmpoobroom @ambrosial-flower @samalaingik @ughgclden @dismwas @academic-on-a-midnight-dreary @lostintheskysworld @hyacinths-on-my-grave @purple-magic-13 @mais-e @therealchrisnoel @putting-down-roots

Let me know if you wanna be added or removed from the taglist<3

184 notes • Posted 2021-08-24 13:19:02 GMT

#2

Don't worry darling, you haven't lost me

You'll find me trapped between seasons in your closet,

And the second cup of coffee you made in a habitual daze.

The messy scribbles in the pages between your files,

And the haphazard calls made in the twilight shine on your balcony

You'll find me there, hidden and forgotten in the shadows of your routine

You'll sit on your couch and find my hair tie in between the cushions

And smell my fragrance in the crowds that overwhelm you in rush hour,

You'll find me if you search deeper and look farther.

Don't worry love, I'm not truly gone

I still live through the films that captured my happy cries,

And the voice notes I left you when dawn still hadn't embraced your sleeping figure

Every sunset you're scared of watching without my hand in yours,

I'll be one among the worn out yarn that hangs from your sweater.

In the little bottles of salt and jars of fairy lights,

You'll find me lingering and lost, but never truly gone.

My lingering touches still stay on your skin no matter how long you scrub.

So I'm not truly gone love, I still remain in the ghost of your smile after my lips met yours mid-laugh.

Hold on a little more, and you'll find me

Lmk if you wanna be added or removed from the taglist

@lilhappylilsad @it-is-what-it-it-iss @johermione @floralbeast @moonysbungeoppang @the-girl-who-cried-wolf @moobrvoobl-moobmoob-oobmpoobroom @ambrosial-flower @ughgclden @dismwas @sheslostcontrolmp3 @samalaingik @lostintheskysworld @hyacinths-on-my-grave @moyadorogayas @mais-e @therealchrisnoel @putting-down-roots @cwossiants-69442-404

205 notes • Posted 2021-11-25 12:20:14 GMT

#1

This may be just an observation, but I think most ppl in the DPS fandom are having a bad day emotionally/mentally (me included, my anxiety is really bad today and I feel like I'm sinking below ground), so I hope you all feel better soon and remember you're worth everything and more, you are not an inconvenience and you are loved and appreciated🌈✨

470 notes • Posted 2021-05-21 06:47:37 GMT

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[swissforextrading]

The CERN Alumni Network turns seven

The CERN Alumni Network turns seven 2024 is proving to be an exhilarating year for the CERN Alumni Network, which will turn seven on 8 June. Join the seventh-anniversary LinkedIn live on Tuesday, 13 June to discover  the impactful work being carried out by its members and celebrate our shared achievements together. The CERN Alumni Network, which boasts nearly 10 000 members, is an integral part of the CERN community as it enables alumni to keep in touch with the Organization and each other after leaving the Laboratory. Throughout the year, the Network organises events to connect with alumni and companies and it also offers career guidance and mentoring. Between 9 and 11 February 2024, CERN witnessed the momentous gathering of just under 600 people for the Network’s triennial reunion, Third Collisions. This vibrant event served as a testament to the enduring camaraderie within the CERN community, providing a platform for alumni to reconnect and exchange ideas. From captivating keynote addresses to interactive panel discussions, participants explored a wide array of topics, showcasing the breadth of knowledge within the alumni network and its collective commitment to addressing global challenges. Recordings of many of the keynote talks and parallel sessions can be accessed on the Indico event page. One highlight of Third Collisions was the inclusion of the first careers fair, which provided a platform for companies to connect directly with alumni. Networking sessions and CERN Club activities further reinforced the sense of a CERN community at the event. Participants also had the privilege of exploring the newly inaugurated Science Gateway, which served as a fitting backdrop for discussions on cutting-edge research and innovation. Third Collisions was more than just a reunion: it was a convergence of minds, ideas and experiences. Energised by new insights and connections, participants departed with a renewed sense of purpose and pride in belonging to the extraordinary CERN alumni community. Thanks to Third Collisions, several alumni have come forward to propose new regional groups. Reflecting on the event, one attendee remarked, "I am so proud to be part of such a thriving and inspiring community! All the trajectories of CERN's alumni are super interesting, and it felt like a big family get-together." If you haven't joined the Network yet, now is the perfect time to do so. By becoming a member, you can expand your professional network, forge connections with individuals who share your CERN experience, participate in exciting events and showcase your ongoing endeavours to a community passionate about the groundbreaking work conducted at CERN. Don’t forget to join the LinkedIn live on 13 June to continue these celebrations and connect with this ever-growing community. Watch highlights from the Third Collisions event below.   ndinmore Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:47 Byline CERN Alumni programme Publication Date Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:45 https://home.cern/news/news/cern/cern-alumni-network-turns-seven (Source of the original content)

[sailing-problems]

I snuck out for another race

I was able to sneak out for a night of sailing. The conditions were calm and the wind was light. I promised my husband that I wouldn’t trim any sails or do anything risky for the baby, so I got his approval to hop on board and take a low-key ride.

The breeze was from the N at around 6 kts. Low tide was 18:29, which was just before our race was scheduled to begin. The race committee sent us on a 4.56 NM course (club marks: G-C), with a port rounding. There were three of us on the line for the spinnaker division.

The Start: With relatively light winds, we tried to stay as close to the committee boat as possible, as did the other boats in our division, since this was the favored end of the line. 

With about one minute to the start, we tacked onto starboard tack to make our way towards the starting line. One of the other boats in our division tacked at the same time as us and decided to go below us, using that to their advantage to push us upwind & make it impossible for us to clear the committee boat and cross the line (more about this in the Notes section).  We tacked away, and, as a result, started about 30s late.

Note: The rhumb line to our first mark is highlighted yellow in the image below.

The Race: Even though we started late, we were able to catch up to the two other boats in our division. We initially stayed with them, but by doing so, we were heading farther and farther away from our rhumb line. We ultimately decided to tack, heading back towards the rhumb line and towards the harbor’s breakwater. 

The wind began to die and we didn’t want to get stuck too close to the breakwater, so we tacked again. Some puffs of wind came and went, giving us a nice lift so that we were eventually able to travel parallel to the rhumb line. Near the end of the last visible puff of wind, we decided to tack so that we could stay within that puff for as long as possible.

When we were about 0.4 NM from mark G, the race committee made an announcement over VHF that the race was abandoned.

The Finish: N/A

Notes: It took us about 45 minutes to sail 1.55 NM at an average speed of 1.9 kts. One of the boats in our division gave up and returned to shore before the race was abandoned and the other one continued to race until the abandonment.

Regarding our mixup at the start, the other boat came from behind, sailed below us, and pushed us upwind so that we would not be able to clear the committee boat. We headed up, but they were being aggressive, getting very close to us, and not leaving us any room for our stern to swing while we attempted to steer clear of them.  

On the one hand, because we had an overlap, they had every right to push us up. 

11. ON THE SAME TACK, OVERLAPPED When boats are on the same tack and overlapped, a windward boat shall keep clear of a leeward boat.  (https://www.racingrulesofsailing.org/rules?part_id=33)

On the other hand, we did not initially have an overlap--they came from behind us and eventually created an overlap. Because of that, they failed to follow the racing rules of sailing that says: 

12. ON THE SAME TACK, NOT OVERLAPPED When boats are on the same tack and not overlapped, a boat clear astern shall keep clear of a boat clear ahead.(https://www.racingrulesofsailing.org/rules?part_id=33). 

Moreover, one of the fundamental rules of boating is to avoid contact/collision regardless of the situation. We asked for room in order to avoid contact while trying to head up/tack away and the other boat told us that they did not have to give us room. Yes, the leeward boat does have rights and doesn’t have to give us room, but when the windward boat is actively trying to move out of the way and a collision will occur because the other boat is not giving the windward boat room to maneuver, then the leeward, “right of way boat” is in the wrong:

15. ACQUIRING RIGHT OF WAY When a boat acquires right of way, she shall initially give the other boat room to keep clear, unless she acquires right of way because of the other boat's actions.  (https://www.racingrulesofsailing.org/rules?page=2&part_id=33)

Regardless, the boat eventually backed off a little, gave us enough room so that our transom could swing and we could tack. There was no collision, and the race went on as planned until it was abandoned for lack of wind.

[atlanticcanada]

Truck driver airlifted to hospital after crash involving school bus in Digby County

A truck driver was taken to hospital by Lifeflight Monday afternoon following a collision involving a school bus in Nova Scotia’s Digby County.

The RCMP says the crash happened on Highway 217 at Marsh Road in Rossway, N.S.

Digby Fire Chief Robert Morgan tells CTV Atlantic a half-ton truck and school bus collided around 2:45 p.m.

There were no children on board the bus at the time.

A section of the highway was closed for several hours and reopened around 10:30 p.m.

There’s no word on the cause of the crash or the condition of the truck driver.

For more Nova Scotia news visit our dedicated provincial page. 

from CTV News - Atlantic https://ift.tt/IGDboAk

[sixfrigates]

Loss of USS Thresher (SSN-593)

On April 10, 1963 the submarine USS Thresher sank during deep diving tests 220 miles east of Boston, killing all 129 crew and civilian contractors aboard, making it the deadliest submarine disaster in history. Her loss was the watershed that prompted the Navy to implement a rigorous submarine safety program known as SUBSAFE.

At the time of her loss, Thresher was operating with the submarine rescue ship Skylark, who was to remain in contact with the submarine as she descended. Thresher moved in circles beneath Skylark to ensure she did not stray from communication distance. The following was reported by Skylark as the sequence of events that morning.

07:47 Thresher begins its descent to the test depth of 1,000 ft (300 m).

07:52 Thresher levels off at 400 ft (120 m), contacts the surface, and the crew inspects the ship for leaks. None are found.

08:09 Commander Harvey reports reaching half the test depth.

08:25 Thresher reaches 1,000 ft (300 m).

09:02 Thresher is cruising at just a few knots (submarines normally move slowly and cautiously at great depths, lest a sudden jam of the diving planes send the ship below test depth in a matter of seconds.) The boat is descending in slow circles, and announces to Skylark she is turning to "Corpen [course] 090." At this point, transmission quality from Thresher begins to noticeably degrade, possibly as a result of thermoclines.

09:09 It is believed a brazed pipe-joint ruptures in the engine room. The crew would have attempted to stop the leak; at the same time, the engine room would be filling with a cloud of mist. Under the circumstances, Commander Harvey's likely decision would have been to order full speed, full rise on the fairwater planes, and blowing main ballast in order to surface. The pressurized air rapidly expanding in the pipes cools down, condensing moisture and depositing it on strainers installed in the system to protect the moving parts of the valves; in only a few seconds the moisture freezes, clogging the strainers and blocking the air flow, halting the effort to blow ballast. Water leaking from the broken pipe most likely causes short circuits leading to an automatic shutdown of the ship's reactor, causing a loss of propulsion. The logical action at this point would have been for Harvey to order propulsion shifted to a battery-powered backup system. As soon as the flooding was contained, the engine room crew would have begun to restart the reactor, an operation that would be expected to take at least 7 minutes.

09:12 Skylark pages Thresher on the underwater telephone: "Gertrude underwater telephone check, K [over]." With no immediate response (although Skylark is still unaware of the conditions aboard Thresher), the signal "K" is repeated twice.

09:13 Harvey reports status via underwater telephone. The transmission is garbled, though some words are recognizable: "[We are] experiencing minor difficulty, have positive up-angle, attempting to blow." The submarine, growing heavier from water flooding the engine room, continues its descent, probably tail-first. Another attempt to empty the ballast tanks is performed, again failing due to the formation of ice. Officers on Skylark could hear the hiss of compressed air over the loudspeaker at this point.

09:14 Skylark acknowledges with a brisk, "Roger, out," awaiting further updates from the SSN. A follow-up message, "No contacts in area," is sent to reassure Thresher she can surface quickly, without fear of collision, if required.

09:15 Skylark queries Thresher about her intentions: "My course 270 degrees. Interrogative range and bearing from you." There is no response, and Skylark's captain, Lieutenant Commander Hecker, sends his own Gertrude underwater telephone message to the submarine, "Are you in control?"

09:16 Skylark picks up a garbled transmission from Thresher, transcribed in the ship's log as "900 N." (The meaning of this message is unclear, and was not discussed at the inquiry; it may have indicated the submarine's depth and course, or it may have referred to a navy "event number" (1000 indicating loss of submarine), with the "N" signifying a negative response to the query from Skylark, "Are you in control?")

09:17 A second transmission is received, with the partially recognizable phrase "exceeding test depth ... " The leak from the broken pipe grows with increased pressure.

09:18 Skylark detects a high-energy, low-frequency noise, characteristic of an implosion.

09:20 Skylark continues to page Thresher, repeatedly calling for a radio check, a smoke bomb, or some other indication of the boat's condition.

11:04 Skylark attempts to transmit a message to COMSUBLANT (Commander, Submarines, Atlantic Fleet): "Unable to communicate with Thresher since 0917R. Have been calling by UQC voice and CW, QHB, CW every minute. Explosive signals every 10 minutes with no success. Last transmission received was garbled. Indicated Thresher was approaching test depth ... Conducting expanding search." Radio problems meant that COMSUBLANT did not receive and respond to this message until 12:45. Hecker initiated "Event SUBMISS [loss of a submarine]" procedures at 11:21, and continued to repeatedly hail Thresher until after 17:00.

[bestillmyslashyheart]

Ch 3 of Soulmate AU on Ao3

Alex sat up in bed as Michael got dressed. It was early and neither one of them were in the mood for idle conversation, the clangs of Michael’s belt buckle rang loud in the otherwise silent room.

Alex rubbed at his eyes as Michael swiped his shirt from the floor and headed for the kitchen. It was too damn early for this, he thought as he threw back the covers and grabbed his crutches. He fully intended to get back in bed as soon as Michael left so there was no point in putting on the prosthetic.

The smell of coffee lured him into the kitchen. He eyed the full mug sitting on the table, clearly intended for him since Michael was halfway through a cup of his own. As much as he wanted to drink it, he’d never get that extra hour of sleep he was hoping for if he did. He felt a spike of irritation as the mug continued to sit untouched and he rolled his eyes.

“I don’t have to be up for another hour and I fully intend to at least try for some more sleep.” He explained, a gentle rebuke in his voice, as he sat down. They were trying to communicate better but they still fell back onto old habits. The years of being too afraid or worried or dumb enough to speak openly were hard to overcome and sometimes little things could spawn huge arguments if they let them. Little things like Michael making Alex a cup of coffee because he woke him up early only for Alex to ignore it.

Michael shrugged and finished his own, placing the mug in the dishwasher and turning to grab Alex’s. He took small sips as he walked around the house, finding his boots and keys, wallet, and phone. Alex felt him waking up more and more, the easy lethargy of the early morning bond becoming rigid and more closed off as Michael prepared to leave.

Michael drained the last of Alex’s coffee and left the mug on the table as he grabbed his hat. He turned to leave without having said a single word all morning and Alex couldn’t take it.

“Why do you have to leave so early?” He could hear the weariness in his own voice. He knew the answer but he wanted to force Michael to talk to him.

Michael stopped close to the door and turned around. “I’ve got an early shift and I need to shower and put on some clothes that I haven’t been wearing for two days already. You live a 45 minute drive outside of the city and if I want to be at work on time I have to leave now.” He explained it like he was talking to an idiot. It was true that Alex already knew all of these things but the tone irked him. It might also have been Michael’s irritation bleeding through but it was hard to tell.

Alex didn’t answer for a moment, long enough that Michael’s irritation spiked and he turned to leave.

“What if we found somewhere else?” Alex asked, stopping Michael’s hand on the doorknob. Michael looked back over his shoulder and raised an eyebrow. “Somewhere closer to town but bigger than your Airstream?”

Michael turned to him fully. “You want to move in together?” Alex hated the disbelief in his voice.

“Sort of inevitable, don’t you think?” And that was the wrong answer. He knew it as soon as the words came out of his mouth but he couldn’t stop them.

Michael gave him a sharp nod. “Inevitable. Right. Of course.” This time he got the door open before Alex stopped him again.

“And because I want to.” He heard and felt a thump as Michael’s head hit the doorframe. There was a long pause before Michael closed the door and crossed the room to stand in the entryway to the kitchen. He took his hat off and ran a hand through his hair.

“Alex- what do you want?” Michael asked. “And why are we talking about this right now when I have to go to work?”

Alex shrugged. “This morning sucked.” Michael curled in on himself and took a step back. Alex winced - he really needed to stop putting his foot in his mouth around Michael. At some point he was going to say something he couldn’t take back. Something that would ruin their relationship and make the rest of their lives miserable. Because this morning hadn’t sucked. Not all of it. Michael had woken him up with soft kisses and gentle touches. But then- “I don’t like this part. The part where you get dressed in the dark and leave without a word.”

Michael barked out a laugh. “I’m just taking a page out of your book, darlin.”

And ok, that stung. Michael only called him darlin’ in rare moments. Alex had treasured each and every one. Until now.

He rubbed a hand across his face. “I am saying this wrong.”

“You sure?” Michael bit back. He put his hat back on. “I have to go to work.”

“Please wait. Just let me get this out.” Alex pleaded. Michael slumped against the wall, like his strings had been cut. But he didn’t try to leave again. “These past few weeks have been hard. But you have been the best part. Hell, the only good part. I don’t know what I’d do if I didn’t have you by my side.”

He wasn’t kidding. While it had been great to get everything out in the open about their bond and their relationship, it was damaging every other relationship they had. Liz and Max were constantly at each other’s throats, Max’s anger off the charts these days while Liz felt rightfully betrayed and angry.

After the revelation of Alex’s bond, Liz had decided that she was done keeping her own secrets and had filled Maria in on everything. Nowadays, Maria could not be allowed in the same room as Isobel. And Alex understood, he really did. Maria had been half in love with Rosa and now Maria knew who had killed her and couldn’t do a thing about it. Add in the fact that Kyle didn’t trust any of the aliens, and he and Liz were still working on a possible poison that could take them down should any of them lose it again like Isobel did ten years ago, and it was a recipe for a catastrophe.

All in all, their two worlds were on a collision course and they were caught in the eye of the storm, unable to pick a side. Sometimes, Alex thought the only thing protecting any of the aliens was himself. Now that Liz and Maria and Kyle knew he was bonded to Michael, they couldn’t turn him over to any authority without jeopardizing Alex’s life too. Alex dreaded the day Liz and Maria realized that he’d lied to them too. A part of him wanted to come clean but they were both so angry and mourning Rosa anew, he didn’t want to add to their pain by admitting he’d known the truth about Rosa’s death from the very beginning. At some point, they would realize that he and Michael literally couldn’t keep secrets from each other, but they hadn’t gotten there yet.

All of that, combined with having to deal with his father every day, and the only time Alex felt a modicum of peace was when he was with Michael. When the two of them could just be.

“We have busy schedules. And with Isobel and Max and my friends, we don’t get a lot of time together just the two of us.” Alex explained. “I want more of it. I want more of you. Your Airstream is too small for both of us and my cabin is too far away from your work. So why don’t we find something in the middle. Closer to town but an actual house.”

Michael just looked at him. “You really want to live together?”

Alex pushed himself up from the chair before remembering that he didn’t have the prosthetic on. He fell into the table and winced as the edge dug into his hip. Rather than worry about being embarrassed, he just braced himself against the table. Michael had nearly crossed the room when he stumbled so he’d achieved his objective of closing the distance anyway, even if it wasn’t how he intended.

“Michael, I love you.” Michael’s eyes widened and Alex realized with a start that he’d never actually said the words before. “I love you so much. And yeah, we need to work on things. And our worlds are colliding in a way that could ruin everything but all I can care about right now is that I spend most of my days missing you and I don’t want to do that anymore.” As he spoke, Michael closed the distance between them, his hands gripping Alex’s hips and his forehead leaning against his. Alex reached his hands up to grip Michael in return but lilted to the side immediately, Michael not prepared to compensate. Alex reached back for a better grip but Michael just pushed at his hips and lifted until he was sitting on the table, Michael cradled between his legs. Free now to use his hands, he gripped both sides of Michael’s neck and pressed their foreheads tighter together. “I can feel you in my head and in my bones, you’re under my skin and in my goddamn soul and I fucking miss you.” He let out a breath. “I’m so goddamn tired of missing you, Michael.”

Michael brushed his lips against Alex’s in a whisper of a kiss but pulled back before Alex could deepen it. He reached up and cupped Alex’s face. “I don’t want to miss you anymore either. We did enough of that while you were gone. Now you’re here and it’s felt like you were further away than ever.”

“I’m sorry.”

“No more apologies.” Michael insisted. “We’ve both had our fair share of fuck ups. If we tried to make up for every one of them we’d be doing nothing else. Let’s just-let’s just put it all behind us and start new. Right now.” Michael pulled him in for another quick kiss. “And the first step is going to be a new place. Something that’s not mine or yours, but somewhere that is ours.” Alex pulled him in this time, their lips meeting in a surprisingly soft kiss. There would be a time for passion later, this wasn’t it.

“Ours.” Alex said when they pulled away. “I really like the sound of that.”

Michael’s face erupted in a huge smile that lit up his face. Alex couldn’t help but return, their mutual happiness resonating through the bond. “Me too.”

Alex reached up to his own face and lightly dragged his fingertips along the edge of Michael’s hand. He could find Michael’s mark blindfolded but didn’t go straight for it. The two stayed in their embrace, sharing breath and refusing to part while Alex rubbed at Michael’s scarred hand, his touch an apology for his father’s attempt to break them apart with a hammer.

Eventually, though, his fingers grazed the mark and their bond exploded. There was no other word for it. While it had been getting stronger in recent weeks, Michael hadn’t opened it fully since they used it to talk while Alex was with Maria and Liz. They’d been feeling echoes of each other through it but now, now that it was blown wide open, they could feel everything. It was like they were one person in two bodies. Alex felt the table under his ass and the edge of it pressing into his thighs as he stood against it. He felt the brush of his sweatpants against the stump of his leg and he felt the sturdiness of both of his work boots. He felt love and joy and relief and wonder and all of it amplified beyond reason.

A breathless laugh escaped him and he heard and felt Michael’s own join him. Alex let go of Michael’s hand to grab him by the curls and pull him in. They exchanged messy kisses, too caught up in what they were feeling to focus but both of them wanting to be as close as possible.

After a moment, Alex reached back to touch Michael’s mark again. This time, his fingers went directly for it. Only, nothing happened. Alex didn’t think anything of it, the bond was as open as it had ever been, what more could he ask for? But Michael reared back, and Alex felt his shock and horror reverberate.

Michael snatched his hand back and flipped it over so he could stare at the scarred flesh.

“What’s wrong?” Alex asked as he reached for Michael’s hand. He could feel Michael’s reaction but not what he was reacting to.

“It’s gone.” Michael choked out. Alex didn’t have to ask what it was. He gripped Michael’s hand and stared at where two seconds ago, his mark had been imprinted on his skin.

“How is that-what-why?” Alex got out. He reached up with both hands now and started to turn Michael’s over as if he just needed better lighting. Only he didn’t get that far. Before his left hand even grazed Michael’s, Michael’s other hand snatched it from the air and oh.

Alex had almost forgotten what it felt like to have Michael touch his mark. Except, he didn’t have his mark anymore. And it wasn’t on his hand.

Michael turned his hand over so Alex could see the outside of his palm and there it was, plain as day. A small green alien head, the logo from the kitschy tourist museum he’d worked at in high school, pressed neatly into his skin. Alex ran a reverent finger over it and felt sparks. How silly he’d been just moments ago to think that it couldn’t get any better.

The two of them ran their fingers over the small mark for a moment before looking at each other. Without a word, Michael toed his right boot off and put his foot up next to Alex’s hip. Both of them grabbed at Michael’s jeans to pull them up and reveal his ankle.

There it was - a small guitar, the image unblemished for the first time in a decade. Alex gripped Michael’s ankle and ran a thumb over it, an echo of what Michael used to do to him. Michael’s eyes slid shut at the feeling. After a moment, he put his foot down and the two collided in another kiss.

Alex would never be able to say how long they sat there, alternating between fierce kisses and simply sharing the space. What he did know is that at some point, Michael dropped his hands to the table and Alex’s face felt strangely cold and bereft without their touch. Michael pressed his face into Alex’s neck and mumbled something Alex couldn’t make out. Regret filled the bond and Alex worried for a second before Michael leaned back enough to speak clearly.

“I’m so fucking late for work.”

[stone-man-warrior]

September 24, 2019: 4:45 pm:

September 24, 2019: 3:27 pm:

I just returned from socio-terrific doctor appointment in Medford, #SAGClubMed central HQ.

As usual, people were sneaking around my home yesterday and today.

I killed an intruder yesterday, who entered my home while I was in the restroom, The man had gone to my refrigerator, and was telling someone else about the contents of my refrigerator. The man had a sword, I took his sword from him, and ran him through with it, escorted him to the front door, and shoved him out of the door.

The door was locked with two locks and another safety device. The man was able to come inside even thought the door had two locks, and something extra.

I closed and locked the door again.

I believe the man's name was Robert, or, Rodger.

If his name was Robert, there is a good chance he was Rodger Hunter, a SDA terror solodier associated with a terror cell called “Medical Democrats”, and at the location 598 “MyStreet” is where he is specifically known to have lived for about 5 years. Rodger Hunter no longer lives at 598, some other Medical Democrats terror cell members live there now, Cynthia and Rick Manning.

The man could have been Manning. I don't know. I thought I already killed Rick manning when he attacked me with a Pit Bull by my mailbox a few months ago.

The receptionist at the terror doctor office asked about “Rod”. That could be Rodger, or Robert, she may have said “Rob”.

On the way to terror ClubMed doctor, the usual terror soldiers were deployed from the corner of Three Pines Road, and Oxyoke Road, where a group waits for instructions to just drive around, go in the direction they are told, make observation, and report what they observe at a given location as they pass by. About six of them today on Three Pines going towards Russel Road, they passed by me, as I was going towards Monument Drive.

That happens every time I leave the house.

I usually encounter the same cars that pass by often. I only leave my home two weeks apart, so, seeing the same cars is not a condition of daily routine, they wait for me to leave and make observation, so that others involved in assassination attempt can be ready, at the place they need to be.

The was moderate traffic on the way to Medford.

Observations include a big rig carrying three very large fans. Commercial size ventilation units. About six feet tall each one. That truck & trailer were going Northbound at about 1:15 pm.

Another observation was a mobile home, in two parts, wide-load, going Southbound, at about 1:20 pm. Those wide-load trucks were all over the road, swerving and changing lanes all over the place.

Other than that, at the Medford Exit at Crater Lake hwy, there is usually at least three people who sit at the corner, at the exit, and one on the overpass, and another near the other on-ramp.

They were not there today, they are ALWAYS there, but not today. There was others at the Biddel Road interchange corner. One man sitting and watching the traffic, a watchdog, and another two with bicycles walking their bicycles, and a woman with a baby carriage. I have seen those exact people at the exact places doing the exact same things dozens of times. One of the bicycles is very strange looking, is rusty, tall seat, small wheels, big frame. The  woman with the bay carriage always stops walking, looks at me, and turns the baby carriage towards me, points at me, and tells the baby to look at me while I am waiting for the traffic light to change. I look at the bany, and the light changes, every time.

There were more people walking their bicycles. I saw about fifteen people with bicycles today, all were walking beside their bicycles except one. That one was a new, shiny, beach cruiser.

There was a toilet on the side of the road across the street from the terror doctor office.

I parked. I noticed a white van in the parking lot, it has been there for many months, maybe a year or more in the doctor parking lot. The hood is cracked open (“bee in your bonnet” SDA comm), the tags are 2018 ( State Police), the words “We went to Oregon” are written on the passenger window with white crayon (tourists died there), the front bumper is held on with bungee cords (Charlston Dodge Charger Crash at SAG terror demonstration connection terror advertisement) and there is a pamphlet about pianos (be quiet) on the dash board.

Inside the office was terror comm from the receptionist. She wanted me to be Robert or Rodger. I am not, so she advised others that Rod did not make it. I was given a paper that says prices are going up by $100 for lab work, that is more terror comm. I was asked if $1.03 means anything to me, when I said no, she charged me an extra $1.03.

There was more comm in the form of a nurse with an amputated arm. Also, when I go there, the people who come in are all fake patients, they are actors playing roles. They don't do health services there, it's a front. They are capable of  pretending to do health service, but that is not what they do. There is always at least one man who comes in dressed in a suit without jacket, dress shoes and pants, white shirt, always. Nit the same guy always, but the same wardrobe always.

The fake patients are SDA soldiers. They come in pairs mostly. If not in a pair, the solo ones always have some kind of prop, apparatus, thing with them. A wheel chair or oxygen tank or crutches or some bullshit item. The ones that come in pairs, do not usually have the prop, apparatus thing.

At the fake doctor, the fake patients, and me, are given a pain management questionnaire to fill out. The fake SDA in pairs are almost amusing to observe when they fill out the forms. It's always the same thing,each pair of fake people do the exact same routine as the other ones do. They sit down, and one SDA plays the “caregiver” role, while the other one plays the “patient” role. The caregiver asks the patient the questions in the forms. There are two forms, each one has eight pages.

The whole thing is so when real patients come in there, they will be distracted and concentrating on that form, not paying attention to the terror soldier with a sword and nitrous gas that is sneaking up behind them. So, those pairs of fake patients can be identified by the way two people sit down, and one asks the other the questions on the form. If you pay attention to what is happening, it's easy to see that it's all fake, they have been reading those same questions for years, and are only releasing nitrous gas while saying their lines, and waiting for opportunity to strike.

The fake doctor, Paul Leppert, always tells me a story about his time n Vietnam, or Korean war. Always. He never ever talks about my health conditions. He keeps saying I need to get a primary doctor, he is a specialist and I need a Primary Care Physician (PCP, Angel Dust). I always tell him there are no doctors. He always tell me I NEED to go to La Clinica.

If he wants me to go to La Clinica, that's how I know it's a bad Idea to go to La Clinica.

DONT GO TO LA CLINICA!

No one tried to kill me inside the office this visit.

On the way home, I saw the same things I usually see. A tow truck with a grey SUV on it parked in the right hand lane in front of the shopping center (where there is a Denny's restaurant sort of hidden, with only a very small sign, and part of a motel that I don't know what the name is.) and a Medford Police SUV. The Towing is “Dick's Towing” (dick's in the road).

On the freeway, not much to say other than a lot of bright red big-rig trucks with white trailers.

One white van caught my eye, a Caravan sized van, bright white, rear window whited out with vinyl, and the words “Arnold's Dental, equipment sales”, California license plate.

Someone from Dietrick's 601 came down “MyStreet”, and did a head on collision attempt, the swerved.

Lot's of watchdog terror soldier in vehicles.

All of this is valuable information to people who need it.

That's all for now.