Zerush

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[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 2 points 4 hours ago* (last edited 4 hours ago)

No need to go to Detroit, Denver and also other cities show why capitalism is a better system

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 hours ago

That's sad. the US is really turning into a third world banana republic 💩

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml -3 points 4 hours ago (1 children)

Well, anyway

The military seeks female fighter pilots for three key strategic reasons:

First, diversity in the cockpit enhances combat effectiveness. Different perspectives and approaches to problem-solving reduce groupthink and improve threat assessment. "Having people who have reached the exact same standards, but from a completely different origin, makes finding solutions a lot more efficient as a team," according to military aviation experts[^1].

Second, the military needs to expand its talent pool amid pilot shortages. Air Force acquisition executive Will Roper explained: "When you're a country that's going to face a country with a population that's four times your own...if we begin with a recruitment population that we've artificially halved because of how we design our cockpits and workstations, we've just doubled our work"[^2].

Third, cognitive diversity strengthens risk assessment and decision-making in high-stakes situations. Research shows diverse teams spot different threats in the same situation and communicate more effectively in safety-critical environments[^1].

[^1]: Breaking Barriers: The Rise of Women Fighter Pilots

[^2]: To get more female pilots, the Air Force is changing the way it designs weapons

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 3 points 6 hours ago (2 children)

All weather apps need your location, well from your GPS data or entering it manually and this is always an security hole, even if the app don't share it. If you want to use it, is preferable an FOSS app from F-Droid than one from Google Play, but the best apps are from the official meterologic agency of your country (in Spain AEMET), these are the most accurate and reliables and not driven by commercial interests, other apps anyway use their info from these agencies.

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 7 points 10 hours ago (4 children)

Don't use localization or weather apps, don't use soft or services from big (US) corporations, don't use discount or banking apps in your mobile, use a good VPN/SPN or Snowflake, use Pi-Hole or better Portmaster on desktop, InVizible Pro on Mobile, don't store sensible data on your Mobile....the most important, use your common sense, PEBCAK

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 6 points 13 hours ago* (last edited 13 hours ago)

For those which don't want to read the full text:

Andi's Writeup

Tesla faces mounting evidence of safety concerns around sudden unintended acceleration and braking issues across its vehicle lineup, with thousands of documented incidents between 2015-2025[^1].

According to leaked "Tesla Files" obtained by The Guardian, the company received over 2,400 customer complaints about unintended acceleration and more than 1,500 braking issues between 2015-2022. This included 139 cases of emergency braking without cause and 383 phantom braking events[^1].

Recent high-profile cases highlight the ongoing risks:

  • In December 2019, a Tesla Model 3 suddenly accelerated in a parking lot, jumped a curb and crashed into a tent at Stryker Corporation in San Jose[^16]
  • In April 2021, Oliver Schuster died when his Model X veered off highway B194 in Germany and burst into flames[^1]
  • In February 2024, a Tesla Cybertruck owner reported the vehicle "suddenly accelerated, got out of control and crashed into the railing" while using Full Self-Driving mode[^3]

Tesla maintains these incidents result from driver error, stating in 2020 that "the car accelerates if, and only if, the driver told it to do so"[^6]. However, independent researchers have identified potential technical issues. Dr. Ronald Belt, analyzing Tesla's log data, found evidence suggesting sensor malfunctions could cause false acceleration signals[^7].

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's 2024 report concluded Tesla "failed to adequately monitor whether drivers remain alert" when using driver-assist systems. The agency found Tesla only tracks crashes where airbags deploy - about 18% of reported incidents[^1].

[^1]: The Guardian - 'The vehicle suddenly accelerated with our baby in it': the terrifying truth about why Tesla's cars keep crashing

[^3]: Jalopnik - 'We Nearly Got Killed' Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says 'Full Self-Driving' Caused Massive Crash

[^6]: AP News - Tesla disputes claims its cars can accelerate on their own

[^7]: Digital Trends - Tesla owners accuse their cars of sudden unintended acceleration. Is it true?

[^16]: Car Problem Zoo - Car Accelerates On Its Own Problems of Tesla Model 3

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 3 points 13 hours ago* (last edited 13 hours ago)

Maybe due to the Dark Mode* I use in Webside and browser, which can change some colors in a screenshot, anyway the graph is still pretty clear.

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[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 17 points 13 hours ago

Not the same a US Francfurter and one from the EU, which has a strict regulations regarding preparation and content. US food in general is one of the most unhealthy of the first world, due to additives banned in the rest of the world, to disguise bad and cheap quality.

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml -2 points 13 hours ago (3 children)

Pilot women for combat jets are very requested, because women due less body density, support greater G-forces than men.

[–] Zerush@lemmy.ml 11 points 13 hours ago (3 children)

Who in the EU wants a US car, or better, why the US people prefer more and more EU and Japanese cars? Tic-Toc

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Across The Dark, by Insomnium (candlelightrecordsuk.bandcamp.com)
 

Palantir Technologies has emerged as one of the most influential and controversial tech companies in 2025, with its AI-powered data analytics platforms deeply embedded in military, intelligence, and civilian operations worldwide.

The company's CEO Alex Karp openly embraces its role in lethal operations, stating in February 2025 that Palantir exists "to scare enemies and on occasion kill them"[^1]. Under his leadership, Palantir has secured major contracts including:

  • A $795 million Pentagon deal[^2]
  • A $30 million Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) contract for deportation tracking[^2]
  • Partnerships with the Israeli military for targeting operations in Gaza[^2]
  • Integration into the UK's National Health Service[^3]

Critics warn that Palantir's technology enables mass surveillance and human rights violations. The company's software "swallows everything: hospital records, welfare files, license plate scans, school roll calls, immigration logs and even tweets" to create comprehensive profiles of individuals[^4].

Recent developments highlight growing concerns:

  • Protests erupted in June 2025 over Palantir's work with ICE and Israeli military operations[^5]
  • The company's stock surged 500% over the past year despite ethical concerns[^6]
  • Former employees warned the company is "normalizing authoritarianism under the guise of a 'revolution'"[^7]

Palantir's influence stems from its unique position as both a commercial enterprise and quasi-governmental entity, with deep ties to intelligence agencies since its founding with CIA funding[^8]. The company doesn't just sell to governments - it increasingly replaces government functions, operating as "an informant, an adjudicator, a silent partner in the construction of a predictive regime"[^9].

[^1]: Asia Times - The most dangerous man in America isn't Trump—it's Alex Karp [^2]: CNBC - Police detain six outside Palantir office at protest over deportations, military work [^3]: The Daily Beast - The Most Terrifying Company in America Is Probably One You've Never Heard Of [^4]: Front Page News - PALANTIR: World's Most Dangerous Organisation [^5]: Economic Times - Palantir Under Siege: Protesters rage over surveillance, ICE links in NYC office blockade [^6]: Forbes - Palantir's Valuation Is Becoming Harder To Defend [^7]: The Independent - Stephen Miller owns stock in ICE contractor Palantir [^8]: Zeteo - Meet the Tech Billionaire Just as Dangerous as Elon Musk [^9]: Attack the System - Palantir: the world's most evil company

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Galileo's inheritance (en.wikipedia.org)
submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by Zerush@lemmy.ml to c/funny@lemmy.ml
 

The church did not admit that it erred in condemning Galileo until 1992.

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