Got awarded awards for nothing

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The user received multiple awards, including "homework helper" and "insight thread," despite not actively participating in helping others recently. They express confusion over the awards, questioning if there is a bug in the system. The user notes their decreased activity compared to previous years and highlights disappointment in not receiving a "Mentor" badge. The discussion reflects concerns about the validity of the award system. Overall, the user seeks clarification on the unexpected recognition.
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Today I got awarded several awards such as homework helper, insight thread (maybe one insight is from a question I asked a few years ago?), in any case, I have been much more silent than in the past. I guess something is bugged.

I didn't help anyone last year or this year to do their homework. What happened?
 
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Thread 'RIP Vanadium 50'

I have some solemn news to report. Many in the community had been wondering where the prolific @Vanadium 50 has been. V50 hasn't posted a message in nearly a year. After months of questioning, the mentor group dug in and did some investigation and we're confident V50 passed away early this year. Few members need reminding what kind of force @Vanadium 50 was for the community and physics. A mentor for 5+ years and an annual award winner seemingly every other year. He has a top 10 post count...
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