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• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian doctors call for clampdown on social media influencers allegedly glamorising poker machines⁩ ⁨⁨44⁩ ⁨minutes⁩ ago⁩:

  I don’t know that the influencers.would have enought resources or influence to do that. So start with them and if they don’t want crazy fines, they need to provide who paid them. Obviously the media companies they appeared on should be fined too.

  If the companies promoting poker machines through illegal means are named, one option instead of a fine would be licence lost due to breach. Some of the biggest gambling companies like Star and crown have faced lost licence and fines. More follow through will help regulate. If some fail, it’s no loss and a warning to others.

  For companies that repeatedly breach, criminal prosecution of the people doing so is probably better than fines.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian doctors call for clampdown on social media influencers allegedly glamorising poker machines⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨day⁩ ago⁩:

  They should be prosecuting and dining the influencer, and the platform and the company that sponsored them. All broke the laws on advertising.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Having the ability to lie and manipulate with no remorse will get you much further in this world than having morals and being correct⁩ ⁨⁨3⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago⁩:

  Theoretically, all people are capable of being president, but I ky very few get there, irrespective of ability.

  You’re right about their attributes being a guide. I reckon it’s down to the confidence, more than anything. Bullys are typically seen as acting out due to their own insecurity. However, the skills learned in putting themselves above others likely helps to achieve personal goals. It’s likely similar for attractive people and confidence. Confidence is a drug that affects other people.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Having the ability to lie and manipulate with no remorse will get you much further in this world than having morals and being correct⁩ ⁨⁨4⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago⁩:

  I’ve got 2 kids in primary school. We teach them to be kind and caring, that cheaters never win. That bullies are bullies because they are not happy.

  However a study came out that compared bullies and non bullies. Bullies kids are more likely to be successful financially and socially based on studies. I was sad for humanity when o found out.

  It makes sense, in the same way that it makes sense that CEO’s are more likely to be sociopaths. Human brains are made for small societies. When it’s a larger society, negative traits can be helpful to get ahead. It’s likely part of the reason we experience wars and famine and billionaires.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  Well, yes it has. Australia, and a person being assaulted, is the data point you were using to say dissent was not allowed. There have been weekly peaceful protests in Sydney, with police keeping it safe. ACAB may be true but there is varying degrees and Australian police are not the same as american. This was likely a case of police violence towards protest, irrespective of ideology.

  All those different countries have people, as you say, with differing views. You’re equating the act of government as being their belief and they have all had rallies and protests. Dissent is not banned by any means. The number of people opposed to genocide or aware of the seriousness of genocide is growing. That is changing the politics.

  You should be aware that in Sydney, there have also been antisemitic attacks on child care centres, schools, businesses and there have also been false flag terrorist attacks against Jews too. So, the situation in Australia is nowhere near as clear cut as you are presenting.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  Yes, in a thread about global permissions to criticize. As it happens a friend of a friends knows her as she’s active in the green party. She (the victim) was there as a legal observer, and is a lawyer, so very unlikely she was doing anything to warrant the assault.

  So, to answer your point, despite the post being about Australia, this thread is about the global response.

  I agree, deportation if an EU citizen is unusual. That happened months ago. My point is that the tide has turned, even in Germany. It’s been permitted elsewhere indefinitely. The deportation was a sign of Gen breaking norms to support. There were also indications that of netanyahu came to France or Germany, he wouldn’t be arrested. There were also indications that he would, so he didn’t dare. Just like Putin hasn’t.

  In Sydney, where this assault happened there are weekly peaceful pro-palesrinian protests in Hyde park since the October 7th response. So, are you trying to say criticism or Israel is not permitted in Australia, based on this, or just trying to shift the goalposts again?

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  The league of Arab nations. I think it is a body representing 50ish Islamic nations.

  German politicians have until recently been saying that Israel is justified. They are now making statements that Israel has overstepped the line. Most people already see that. However, the point is about whether criticism of Israel is allowed. It is, both by people and politicians. There are also instances of EU(Irish) citizens being deported due to Palestine support. I purposely was pointing to mistakes most staunch supporter, to show that their support is diminishing.

  Yes, there has been dancing since the October attack. Exactly my point. Criticism is not banned. Support for Israel is aiding genocide at this point. It seems the countries who support Israel most are those that sell them military supplies.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  Yes. Germany have been most supportive of Israel, as they misguidedly want to protect Jews, rather than people from genocide, to overcompensate for past actions. However, even there, the tide has turned and some politicians are making statements against Israel and her actions.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  Brazil, Colombia, league of Arab counties, Norway, Sweden. Even Germany and France have expressed concern. The EU as whole is flagging that free trade agreements may be annulled due to war crimes.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australian police beat an opposition politician so badly that she might lose an eye -- simply for being at an anti-genocide protest.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  I’m many countries, yes, in many ots controversial. In others the political class is against the genocide, including Western countries.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨$440 Charge For A Wheel Scuff Raises Questions About Hertz's AI Rental Car Damage Scanner⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  But they’ll have some AI machines instead, so the shareholders will be happy. The shareholders of a different company, but still…

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨$440 Charge For A Wheel Scuff Raises Questions About Hertz's AI Rental Car Damage Scanner⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨week⁩ ago⁩:

  Wear and tear is specifically not allowed to be charged for home rentals in Australia. Damage that is not wear and tear can be I would assume it would also apply for car rentals but I haven’t checked.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Pornhub is Back in France.⁩ ⁨⁨2⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  The alternative, where a government can restrict the actions of companies in other jurisdictions is more scary.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨[deleted]⁩ ⁨⁨4⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  Cancer is not normal cell tissue, but it’s very common. They are different words, with different meanings.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨How does one use an electric toothbrush?⁩ ⁨⁨5⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  With oscillating (rotates back and forth) or sonic (vibrates fast), you use them the same way. You angle it towards the gum at 45degrees upwards for top teeth, downwards for bottom teeth. So, it is on the tooth but angles towards the gum as it’s where the tooth and gum meet that needs the most attention.

  Do it in a particular order. Best way is start on outside top right, work slowly around the outside to the top left and then return on the inside. Do the same on the bottom. Some brushes will have paused or beeps every 30 seconds to help you time this.

  The brush should not be pressed firmly, but just gently applied to the teeth and the motion of the sweeping does the cleaning.

  Ar the end, clean all the biting surfaces of the teeth too for an additional 30 seconds.

  This is called the bass technique. Using a manual brush you do the same thing, but you have to make the little circles yourself, which is trickier to do effectively.

  You can verify you are doing it well with disclosing tablets. They are tablets that stain plaque, usually red or pink or blue. After you brush, you chew or suck on one. Then you can see if you’ve missed anywhere. They are not designed to be used every time but every day for a few days or weeks until you are confident you get everything. They just show you what you missed.

  Try with a manual one day and an electric the next.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australia has had record flu cases this year – and that’s before winter arrives. What’s going on?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I don’t think it’s ever compulsory and some workplaces, it’s not easy to step out for a longer lunch. Teachers, for example.

  But, if you’re in the habit of stepping out, it would be a shame to miss out. I think the problem is most people don’t do it.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australia has had record flu cases this year – and that’s before winter arrives. What’s going on?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Some workplaces, they get someone to come in, so you don’t even need to leave work to get it done.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australia has had record flu cases this year – and that’s before winter arrives. What’s going on?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Yes, kids need to go to GP and I was getting done at the same time. That’s why they are now vaccinated and not me as it will be easier for me to get it going forwards.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Australia has had record flu cases this year – and that’s before winter arrives. What’s going on?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I’ve had to go three times to my GP to get it for me and my kids. I’m still unvaccinated and they are vaccinated. Supply issues, fridge breakdown, poor communication. It should be easier.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨The gender pay gap is at average 15% in North America. When shopping though, items that are marketed for Men or Women specifically seem to be on average priced the same.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Lol, yes, as a gay man with 2 kids, I’m unable to appreciate the struggles men might have in raising children.

  You seem to think we all can make choices without consequences. If women choose not to raise children and instead return to work rather than their husband, they are judged for it. If men do so,.it is seen as normal and expected.

  Couple make choices but part of our choices are framed by how society is set up to allow those choices. Would more women choose to take more time with their children if they knew their career and finances would be unaffected? Would men too?

  Would more children have the love and care they need if we allowed people to make the choice based on how they think the kids are best raised, rather than from financial pressure?

  The crux of the matter is, how society is set up affects these choices, materially and in peer pressure to conform. As it is currently, that means women take more of the childcare burden and face financial consequences for it. Outside of childcarez they face discrimination on the basis that they MAY have children in the future. Assertive women are seen as bitchy. Assertive men are seen as go-getters. Professional women are less likely to find and marry a partner, even if they wish to, as men find it emasculating… professional men find it easier to find a partner as they are seen as accomplished. Then we have the issue of how much each role is paid and roles offering flexibility to allow child care being paid less.

  Basically, the cards are stacked against them but they can choose to fight at every step. Due to the fight at every step, few advance to the upper echelons and the average woman is paid less at all levels. Sometimes for the same work, sometimes as they are overlooked for promotion to higher paying roles. Either sucks.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨The gender pay gap is at average 15% in North America. When shopping though, items that are marketed for Men or Women specifically seem to be on average priced the same.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I don’t know if you’re purposely missing the point. Some of the world’s wealthiest people are billionaire women. That doesn’t mean sexism doesn’t exist. Lots of women having high paid jobs doesn’t mean there aren’t more women than men being paid for the same work, or for similar amounts of effort.

  You talk about me wing one sided while thinking women doing fully time child care would have time to study to advance their career? Lol, no.

  Children take a large amount of time and resources to raise. The way society is set up, women are expected and obliged to sacrifice time, men are expected to provide resources. In the mens case, this means pressure to advance, through promotion or a higher paid role. For women the pressure is to cut down on work and responsibilities at work to the detriment of their long term career.

  You talk about men having to sacrifice a preferred career ro take a better paid one. How do you think it goes for the woman’s preferred career while full time caring for kids? The end result is both parties would lose their preferred careers but in the man’s case he ends up wealthier.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨The gender pay gap is at average 15% in North America. When shopping though, items that are marketed for Men or Women specifically seem to be on average priced the same.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Men are shouldered with the financial struggle? Do you mean in a couple with a relationship? So, from your hypothesis, both parents have pressure placed in them by having children. In men’s case it’s to their financial benefit and for women it’s to their financial detriment. Does that not make society sexist in your view? This kind of sexism is what is called structural inequality. It leads to lower wages for women. However, as much as that is an issue, there is also an issue of women getting paid less for the same work. That also happens but can be harder to measure

  Yes, everyone on the system can choose to partake differently but they are swimming against the tide tondo so.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨The gender pay gap is at average 15% in North America. When shopping though, items that are marketed for Men or Women specifically seem to be on average priced the same.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I’ve also seen women with no children with both low and high salaries. The point is not what is possible to happen, but what tends to happen. Women get childcare imposed on them at the cost of their careers and income.

  Then there is also the problem that jobs traditionally taken by women are paid less than men. So, again, a man working as a nurse or in childcare is paid less also, but the level of education and work required for these roles is not commensurate with the pay for similar roles for men, like in trades.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨The gender pay gap is at average 15% in North America. When shopping though, items that are marketed for Men or Women specifically seem to be on average priced the same.⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Part of the gender pay gap is because women have to leave their careers to raise children. Either because of societal expectations or the father is not present. Same pay for same work is all well and good when you have only one to think about.

  Add the loss of income at that time, to the loss of experience and chance to advance. Then add discrimination and sexism.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨News and Politics in /c/australia: "She'll be right", or "not on, mate"?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I think seeing posts that are relevant but don’t interest you as a user are less of a problem than a lack of content at the moment. However, best to start as we would mean to continue.

  I’d be more inclined to leave it to users to up and down vote as appropriate and mark as cross posts. Some people who browse all may be unaware of some local communities. Cross posting to relevant communities allows discovery. I would think that not all political posts should be cross posted but major ones could be.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Airlines Are Selling Your Data to ICE⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Still it’s good to get it on record. Either the court is compromised, or gives good rationale, or ice is in breach. At this point it’s stilll a question.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Airlines Are Selling Your Data to ICE⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I think it applies to eu citizens worldwide for online purposes. You only need to do business in eu with eu clients (seperate terms) for it to apply.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨How does Netflix, HBO and other services get their subtitles? Are they now using AI to help translate?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  And don’t understand the difference between needing subtitles as hard of hearing or have the volume down, versus this part is in a foreign language.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨News and Politics in /c/australia: "She'll be right", or "not on, mate"?⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  I found the auspol community on the old site great. It had a real community feel and had deeper discussion of politics than news in general. There is an argument to be made that all news is political, but really, there is more of a focus on political discussion.

  I don’t know if there just isn’t enough people here to support the focus, however, I don’t find the duplication or cross posting and issue. Sometimes different angles come up in different communities.

  I would think news communities should be topical but the Australia community would not need to be, being open to nostalgia posts or general discussion.

  Is there a specific issue you are trying to fix or is the duplication the issue?

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Tesla confirms it has given up on its Cybertruck range extender to achieve promised range⁩ ⁨⁨1⁩ ⁨month⁩ ago⁩:

  Eventually, they are left holding the bag, so if all the small investors have more chance to get out, all the better.