A random thread of absolute randomness...

[Qapla]

3 hours ago, Friends just call me Ross said:

and a few snickers

 

[Ostria]

Random question... Can I go into Law enforcement? My state is looking for people to become state troopers. There's no voting requirement, i dont think it falls under 'political', however the possibility of having to use/require a gun for protection is what is making ask the question. (Imma just start putting my random questions here since it is a thread for randomness and im not flooding the site with my random questions.)

[New World Explorer]

32 minutes ago, Ostria said:

Random question... Can I go into Law enforcement? My state is looking for people to become state troopers. There's no voting requirement, i dont think it falls under 'political', however the possibility of having to use/require a gun for protection is what is making ask the question. (Imma just start putting my random questions here since it is a thread for randomness and im not flooding the site with my random questions.)

You will get some good answers here: armed employment: w05 11/1 31; w05 12/15 30

[Ostria]

1 hour ago, New World Explorer said:

You will get some good answers here: armed employment: w05 11/1 31; w05 12/15 30

Thank you. Tried to look up law enforcement and cops and just got a bunch of articles about brothers and sisters being arrested (which would be awkward if they put in anti jw laws in the usa. Getting thrown in a cell with someone i gave a traffic violation to in the past 🤣)

[dljbsp]

 Dogs Aren’t Color Blind—Here’s What They Really See

 

The long-standing belief that dogs are completely color blind has been debunked by modern science. While their color vision is limited, dogs can perceive more than just shades of gray.

 

Unlike humans, who have three types of color receptors (cones), dogs have two. This means they see the world in a spectrum of blue and yellow, but cannot distinguish between reds, greens, and oranges, which appear as gray or brown to them.

 

The myth likely originated from early, incomplete studies on canine vision. Today, we know that toys and objects in blue and yellow hues stand out to dogs, while red or green items may blend into the background.

 

Though their view of the world isn’t as vibrant as ours, dogs do see in color—just in their own unique way. So next time you play fetch, remember: a yellow ball might be easier for them to spot than a red one!

[Ostria]

46 minutes ago, dljbsp said:

 Dogs Aren’t Color Blind—Here’s What They Really See

 

The long-standing belief that dogs are completely color blind has been debunked by modern science. While their color vision is limited, dogs can perceive more than just shades of gray.

 

Unlike humans, who have three types of color receptors (cones), dogs have two. This means they see the world in a spectrum of blue and yellow, but cannot distinguish between reds, greens, and oranges, which appear as gray or brown to them.

 

The myth likely originated from early, incomplete studies on canine vision. Today, we know that toys and objects in blue and yellow hues stand out to dogs, while red or green items may blend into the background.

 

Though their view of the world isn’t as vibrant as ours, dogs do see in color—just in their own unique way. So next time you play fetch, remember: a yellow ball might be easier for them to spot than a red one!

 

 

Following this up. Did you know that the cartoon Bluey, most of the colors are colors that dogs are able to see, because the creator wanted dogs to be able to enjoy the show as well

[Ostria]

Heeey im back with another stupid question. And i answered it with googlr so imma just post my findings

 

Did you know that swearing on the Bible in court hasnt happened simce the 1600s. I was wondering what witnesses do in that case since its not even the same Bible we use. Is it invalid? Do they switch it out? But nah this is just more of a hollywood trope now.

[Tortuga]

8 minutes ago, Ostria said:

Heeey im back with another stupid question. And i answered it with googlr so imma just post my findings

 

Did you know that swearing on the Bible in court hasnt happened simce the 1600s. I was wondering what witnesses do in that case since its not even the same Bible we use. Is it invalid? Do they switch it out? But nah this is just more of a hollywood trope now.

Is that the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?

[Pabo]

14 hours ago, Tortuga said:

Is that the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?

 

"What do you want first? The truth? The whole truth? Or nothing but the truth?"

 

This was actually reported in a New Zealand court when a witness to a crime was ask that question.

[dljbsp]

A Seedless Wonder That’s a Clone of Its Former Self

 

Navel oranges, one of the most popular fruits worldwide, owe their existence to a fascinating quirk of nature—a genetic mutation discovered in Brazil during the 19th century. This mutation produced seedless fruit with a secondary, smaller fruit growing at the blossom end, resembling a human navel. This characteristic gave the fruit its name and revolutionized the citrus industry.

 

What makes navel oranges extraordinary is their method of reproduction. Since they are seedless, navel oranges cannot reproduce naturally. Instead, growers use a technique called grafting, where a cutting from a navel orange tree is fused to another tree’s rootstock. The result is that every navel orange tree is a genetic clone of the original mutated tree.

 

This consistency ensures that navel oranges maintain their signature sweet, juicy flavor and lack of seeds—a favorite among consumers. However, their identical genetics also present challenges. A disease or pest affecting one tree could potentially devastate entire orchards due to their lack of genetic diversity.

 

Today, navel oranges serve as a reminder of the intricate balance between nature and human innovation. This seedless marvel continues to delight millions, all thanks to the power of a chance mutation and the ingenuity of farmers.

[LeolaRootStew]

On 11/23/2024 at 12:01 PM, Ostria said:

Heeey im back with another stupid question. And i answered it with googlr so imma just post my findings

 

Did you know that swearing on the Bible in court hasnt happened simce the 1600s. I was wondering what witnesses do in that case since its not even the same Bible we use. Is it invalid? Do they switch it out? But nah this is just more of a hollywood trope now.

 

From what I read, swearing on the Bible is still a thing, they just have alternatives for those who aren't Christian or who aren't comfortable doing that. JWs could do the alternate form if they chose.

[MullumMiss]

4 hours ago, dljbsp said:

A Seedless Wonder That’s a Clone of Its Former Self

 

Navel oranges, one of the most popular fruits worldwide, owe their existence to a fascinating quirk of nature—a genetic mutation discovered in Brazil during the 19th century. This mutation produced seedless fruit with a secondary, smaller fruit growing at the blossom end, resembling a human navel. This characteristic gave the fruit its name and revolutionized the citrus industry.

 

What makes navel oranges extraordinary is their method of reproduction. Since they are seedless, navel oranges cannot reproduce naturally. Instead, growers use a technique called grafting, where a cutting from a navel orange tree is fused to another tree’s rootstock. The result is that every navel orange tree is a genetic clone of the original mutated tree.

 

This consistency ensures that navel oranges maintain their signature sweet, juicy flavor and lack of seeds—a favorite among consumers. However, their identical genetics also present challenges. A disease or pest affecting one tree could potentially devastate entire orchards due to their lack of genetic diversity.

 

Today, navel oranges serve as a reminder of the intricate balance between nature and human innovation. This seedless marvel continues to delight millions, all thanks to the power of a chance mutation and the ingenuity of farmers.

I found this information interesting.

We have a Navel orange tree in our backyard.  This year we didn’t get many oranges.  I usually leave picking them until around Aug/Sep as the cold weather sweetens the fruit, however this year the fruit was sweet early.  Our first house in regional NSW Aust had 3 navel trees.  It frosted there in winter and we were told to leave picking the fruit until after they had been exposed to a few frosts as this sweetened the fruit.  Our oranges were big, juicy and sweet and many in the congregation enjoyed them too.  This current navel the fruit is small and looks like  not much fruit next year either.  I was buying large bags at Aldi during winter as we juice them.  Some of the shapes were different to the usual navel.  They still had the “navel” but were shaped more like a tangelo.  🍊🍊🍊

Edited November 24 by MullumMiss

[dljbsp]

The Speech That Never Was: Nixon’s Contingency Plan for a Moon Disaster

 

In 1969, the Apollo 11 mission captivated the world as astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the moon. However, behind this triumph lay the very real risk of failure, prompting the drafting of a somber contingency speech for President Richard Nixon. Written by White House aide William Safire, the speech, titled “In Event of Moon Disaster,” was meant to address the nation if the astronauts were stranded on the lunar surface, unable to return home.

 

The speech outlined a grim yet heroic narrative, honoring the astronauts’ sacrifice as pioneers of exploration who gave their lives for humanity’s advancement. Safire’s memo, now preserved in the U.S. National Archives, also detailed protocol for such a tragedy: NASA would terminate communications with the astronauts, and Nixon would personally call the families before delivering the address. The contingency was never needed, as the Apollo 11 crew safely returned to Earth, securing their place in history.

 

Despite this foresight, conspiracy theories have muddied the narrative for decades. Some allege that the U.S. government prepared a staged “backup film” of the moon landing in case the mission failed, claiming Stanley Kubrick’s cinematic expertise was enlisted for the ruse. These theories, however, lack credible evidence and contradict the robust documentation of Apollo’s success. From telemetry data to photos and lunar samples, overwhelming proof confirms the authenticity of the moon landing.

 

Experts argue that the speech itself is a testament to NASA’s high-stakes mission planning rather than evidence of deceit. The emotional weight of Safire’s unused words underscores the courage of the astronauts and the monumental risks involved. It also reminds us that failure was a possibility—one the world was prepared to confront with dignity.

 

The conspiracy theories persist, fueled by misinformation and skepticism, but the truth is simpler: the moon landing was real, and Nixon’s unspoken words serve as a poignant reminder of the fragility and heroism of human exploration.

[LeolaRootStew]

6 hours ago, dljbsp said:

The Speech That Never Was: Nixon’s Contingency Plan for a Moon Disaster

 

In 1969, the Apollo 11 mission captivated the world as astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the moon. However, behind this triumph lay the very real risk of failure, prompting the drafting of a somber contingency speech for President Richard Nixon. Written by White House aide William Safire, the speech, titled “In Event of Moon Disaster,” was meant to address the nation if the astronauts were stranded on the lunar surface, unable to return home.

 

The speech outlined a grim yet heroic narrative, honoring the astronauts’ sacrifice as pioneers of exploration who gave their lives for humanity’s advancement. Safire’s memo, now preserved in the U.S. National Archives, also detailed protocol for such a tragedy: NASA would terminate communications with the astronauts, and Nixon would personally call the families before delivering the address. The contingency was never needed, as the Apollo 11 crew safely returned to Earth, securing their place in history.

 

Despite this foresight, conspiracy theories have muddied the narrative for decades. Some allege that the U.S. government prepared a staged “backup film” of the moon landing in case the mission failed, claiming Stanley Kubrick’s cinematic expertise was enlisted for the ruse. These theories, however, lack credible evidence and contradict the robust documentation of Apollo’s success. From telemetry data to photos and lunar samples, overwhelming proof confirms the authenticity of the moon landing.

 

Experts argue that the speech itself is a testament to NASA’s high-stakes mission planning rather than evidence of deceit. The emotional weight of Safire’s unused words underscores the courage of the astronauts and the monumental risks involved. It also reminds us that failure was a possibility—one the world was prepared to confront with dignity.

 

The conspiracy theories persist, fueled by misinformation and skepticism, but the truth is simpler: the moon landing was real, and Nixon’s unspoken words serve as a poignant reminder of the fragility and heroism of human exploration.

 

I like that we'll be able to test a lot of conspiracy theories, like the moon landing and flat earth, in the NS and then never argue about them again.

[Tortuga]

1 hour ago, LeolaRootStew said:

 

I like that we'll be able to test a lot of conspiracy theories, like the moon landing and flat earth, in the NS and then never argue about them again.

When you mentioned the moon and a flat earth, it made me wonder if there are conflicting conspiracy theories. It would be interesting to make a list of conspiracy theories that have to be true in order for other conspiracy theories not to be true.

 

[➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone]

I'm taking my Compass to space!

 

https://www.livescience.com/space/where-would-a-compass-point-in-outer-space

[Tortuga]

The banana slug is now the official state slug of California. Joining the banana slug are the Dungeness crab and the shell of the black abalone, as state crab and seashell, respectively.

 

So now you know...

[pnutts]

How are rainbows punished?

 

Spoiler

They are given a light sentence.
They are given time to reflect.
Then, they are sent to a prism.

 

[Ostria]

I decided to switch up deodorant scents for the first time in 15 years and im not enjoying this change 😩

[LeolaRootStew]

38 minutes ago, Ostria said:

I decided to switch up deodorant scents for the first time in 15 years and im not enjoying this change 😩

 

I like cucumber. It has the refreshing feel of mint without being harsh.

[Tortuga]

51 minutes ago, Ostria said:

I decided to switch up deodorant scents for the first time in 15 years and im not enjoying this change 😩

That's the pits...

[dljbsp]

 

[Ostria]

I did NOT expect a book of mormon in here 🤣. It Gideon Bible I'm used to seeing, but not a book of mormon. Ngl this is my first time seeing one in person.