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The discussion revolves around a variety of topics, beginning with the reopening of a thread on the Physics Forums. Participants express relief at the continuation of the conversation and share light-hearted banter about past threads. There are inquiries about quoting from previous threads and discussions about job opportunities for friends. The conversation shifts to humorous takes on mathematics, particularly the concept of "Killing vector fields," which one participant humorously critiques as dangerous. Participants also share personal anecdotes, including experiences with power outages and thoughts on teaching at university. The tone remains casual and playful, with discussions about the challenges of winter, the joys of friendship, and even a few jokes about life experiences. The thread captures a blend of humor, personal stories, and light philosophical musings, all while maintaining a sense of community among the forum members.
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Enigman said:
Off to find Red Rackham's treasure?
I had to Google. So I really couldn't say. But I like the comics artwork; compliments of wikipedia. :approve:

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Joseph Kim: I didn't mean to throw you a heavy topic at the beginning. Growing up in North Korea, my father died of starvation when I was 12 years old. I became homeless around that age. So back then, the world — the entire world and dream and everything was associated with food. But now that I came to the states, I just didn't realize that I hadn't eaten anything until today, until you asked me... I think it's a very ironic that I forget. The fact is that even at this moment, there are so many other North Korean boys and girls who are still — the dream is still to be able to have a full three meals a day.
http://www.marketplace.org/topics/wealth-poverty/joseph-kims-escape-north-korea
 
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Enigman said:
Off to find Red Rackham's treasure?

Herge's Tintin is a great series, only a Bachibazuk protoplasm would not like it,
 
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Has anyone noticed that in "MY PF" and also in settings, the section for changing preferences is named "alert preferences" instead of "alter preferences"?
 
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Shyan said:
Has anyone noticed that in "MY PF" and also in settings, the section for changing preferences is named "alert preferences" instead of "alter preferences"?
Alert Preferences. It's all about alerts.
 
  • #2,196
Silicon Waffle said:
Alert Preferences. It's all about alerts.
Oh...right!
 
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You have to wonder what some people were expecting; they are called “ruins,” after all:

Who goes to Mayan ruins expecting a day at the beach? This visitor, that’s who!

“If you like old rocks then this is the place for you. I found it so boring and hot. There was no real beach within the ruins site so you can’t just dip in and cool off. There is a beach on the other side but it’s a long walk away. Yes the views are nice, but I found them just as nice from my beach lounger. Not worth a day trip.“
LOL

https://www.yahoo.com/travel/im-not-impressed-funniest-bad-reviews-of-the-127421773872.html
 
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Shyan said:
Has anyone noticed that in "MY PF" and also in settings, the section for changing preferences is named "alert preferences" instead of "alter preferences"?
Maybe you should alter a mentor about it ;).
 
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My visa application was delayed because my bank statement showed that I had more funds in that account than was required. What the hell?
 
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I've just had Shaun Tan's 'The Arrival' delivered. A wordless picture book at heart, it's a piece of art nonetheless. I seriously wish I had kids to sit with them and the book, and wander through its pages together. It almost feels wasted on a jaded, adult mind.
 
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HomogenousCow said:
My visa application was delayed because my bank statement showed that I had more funds in that account than was required. What the hell?

I had the most delightful conversation with myself, regarding your post.
At first, I thought you were moving from Greece, and were attempting to smuggle all your money out of the country.
Then, I saw that your profile said you lived in China, and thought about the stock market, and thought the same thing.
Then, I realized that you were talking about a credit card "Visa", vs a passporty type "Visa", which made me laugh at myself.

Perhaps the banks have figured out that too many people have figured out how to play the "rewards" game.
My friends were all bragging about that this last week.
One bought a $30k boat with 3 credit cards, made a bazillion dollars worth of "rewards" points, and then paid off all her credit cards at the end of the month, with the money from her savings account.
Ha!
 
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OmCheeto said:
I had the most delightful conversation with myself, regarding your post.
At first, I thought you were moving from Greece, and were attempting to smuggle all your money out of the country.
Then, I saw that your profile said you lived in China, and thought about the stock market, and thought the same thing.
Then, I realized that you were talking about a credit card "Visa", vs a passporty type "Visa", which made me laugh at myself.

Perhaps the banks have figured out that too many people have figured out how to play the "rewards" game.
My friends were all bragging about that this last week.
One bought a $30k boat with 3 credit cards, made a bazillion dollars worth of "rewards" points, and then paid off all her credit cards at the end of the month, with the money from her savings account.
Ha!

No I'm talking about a visa for immigration, going to college in a month.
The morons over at the British embassy apparently don't understand how money works.

EDIT: To anyone reading this out of context, I have nothing against the UK
 
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HomogenousCow said:
My visa application was delayed because my bank statement showed that I had more funds in that account than was required. What the hell?
I can help you. Send me all the extra, so you have the right amount.
 
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HomogenousCow said:
No I'm talking about a visa for immigration, going to college in a month.
The morons over at the British embassy apparently don't understand how money works.

This makes it even funnier!
It, um..., I can't even comment on how, um...

I have nothing. Absolutely nothing.

Yours is the magnum opus of a non sequitur.
You should be proud, and find a way to frame this moment.
 
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OmCheeto said:
This makes it even funnier!
It, um..., I can't even comment on how, um...

I have nothing. Absolutely nothing.

Yours is the magnum opus of a non sequitur.
You should be proud, and find a way to frame this moment.

Was that unintentionally funny?
 
  • #2,206
HomogenousCow said:
Was that unintentionally funny?
Cant you talk to someone there in person?
 
  • #2,207
HomogenousCow said:
Was that unintentionally funny?
Maybe not for you. But I don't know how much of a pain in the butt this is for you, so I'm not aware of how un-funny it really is.
It's just too absurd a situation.

"Too much money in your bank account delays your visa application?"

That's like one of those internet memes about maths:

Question: When do you know you have too much money in the bank?
Answer: Purple
 
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OmCheeto said:
Maybe not for you. But I don't know how much of a pain in the butt this is for you, so I'm not aware of how un-funny it really is.
It's just too absurd a situation.

"Too much money in your bank account delays your visa application?"

That's like one of those internet memes about maths:

Question: When do you know you have too much money in the bank?
Answer: Purple

I need to demonstrate that I have at least a certain amount of money in a bank account for living fees, somehow some clerk has taken that to mean i must have THAT exact amount of funds available, and no other.
This is absurd.
 
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HomogenousCow said:
I need to demonstrate that I have at least a certain amount of money in a bank account for living fees, somehow some clerk has taken that to mean i must have THAT exact amount of funds available, and no other.
This is absurd.

I agree completely - I can imagine how you feel, bureaucratic screw-ups make me feel helpless and furious at the same time. I hope it all gets set straight, as soon as possible.
 
  • #2,210
I'm back again, merry autumn everyone :D
 
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HomogenousCow said:
I need to demonstrate that I have at least a certain amount of money in a bank account for living fees, somehow some clerk has taken that to mean i must have THAT exact amount of funds available, and no other.
This is absurd.
I think that's what I was getting at.
Would transferring all of your spare money into a separate account solve the problem?

Your situation sounds like a scene out of the movie "Idiocracy".
Have you ever seen it?
It's set in the distant future, and everyone is as stupid as the person you are dealing with.

I've never had to get a visa, so I didn't know that the destination country issued them.
I don't get out much. :redface:
 
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OmCheeto said:
I think that's what I was getting at.
Would transferring all of your spare money into a separate account solve the problem?

Your situation sounds like a scene out of the movie "Idiocracy".
Have you ever seen it?
It's set in the distant future, and everyone is as stupid as the person you are dealing with.

I've never had to get a visa, so I didn't know that the destination country issued them.
I don't get out much. :redface:

I have. Well I called them and the problem seems to be sorted out, there was "some confusion" apparently.
 
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OmCheeto said:
Your situation sounds like a scene out of the movie "Idiocracy".
Have you ever seen it?
Would it be wrong to say I'm Not Sure? :oldtongue:
 
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Borg said:
Would it be wrong to say I'm Not Sure? :oldtongue:
I'll have to watch the movie again, as I'm not sure I understand your reference.
Lisa! said:
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hmmm... Looking around the image for something I can comprehend.
Is this the maths that explains "baseball"?
I see a baseball diamond.
Girls and maths are beyond my comprehension.
 
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OmCheeto said:
I'll have to watch the movie again, as I'm not sure I understand your reference.
 
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I was reading a report that many skateboarders are unwilling to wear helmets , because " helmets don't look cool".

Wow, looking cool seems more important to them than getting brain damage. Hard to understand.
 
  • #2,219
Borg said:


O.M.G.
I really do need to watch that movie again.
 
  • #2,220
OmCheeto said:
O.M.G.
I really do need to watch that movie again.
You forgot that the computers didn't get any smarter either. :wink:
 

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