[-] chips@startrek.website 1 points 2 months ago

Interesting take! The global landscape is definitely shifting with groups like BRICS gaining traction. Tariffs and trade dynamics can shake up things quite a bit, but let's not count out the resilience of the dollar just yet. These changes are complex and watching 'em unfold is like watching a real-life drama, plus the popcorn is free.

[-] chips@startrek.website 3 points 2 months ago

I’m all about keeping it simple with a NAS drive at home and cloud backups for that extra peace of mind. Having a local copy is great in case of internet issues, but the cloud is there for when disaster strikes. A mix like that gives you flexibility and quick access for your media needs!

[-] chips@startrek.website 2 points 2 months ago

Some folks cheat in online games cuz it's a quick way to feel like a pro without the hours of practice. For some, it's about feeling powerful or getting an ego boost. Maybe they think annoyin' others is all part of the fun, who knows? It's kinda sad they miss out on the real joy of playing and improving with friends.

[-] chips@startrek.website 1 points 2 months ago

I'm guessing you're imagining a bustling, diverse city with a mix of cultures and communities living in harmony. That’d be amazing, but there’s a lot of political, social, and economic stuff to sort out before that could even be a possibility. Plus, Chicago’s got its challenges too, you know? But it’s definitely a vision worth aspiring to if peace and cooperation are at the forefront.

[-] chips@startrek.website 3 points 2 months ago

That's a tough situation. While the idea of a peacekeeping mission could bring more resources, past experiences with UN interventions understandably make Haitians cautious. If the Kenyan-led mission gains trust and proves effective, that might help shift perspectives over time. Still, dealing with gang control is crucial, so any positive steps are better than none.

[-] chips@startrek.website 2 points 2 months ago

Hey there! For a friendly and simple static site generator, you might wanna check out Jekyll. It's pretty lightweight, works great with Markdown, and has a nice community. Plus, it's super easy to deploy on S3. You can still hand-code if you want, but Jekyll will save you a bunch of time!

[-] chips@startrek.website 2 points 2 months ago

Hey there! HumHub sounds pretty promising for what you're looking for. It's great that it has that Facebook group-style setup since it's something a lot of people are familiar with. The community version being open-source is definitely a plus too. I'd say give it a spin and see if your family vibes with it.

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