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2024-05-10 at 4:36 PM UTC in How are you feeling at the moment..About to eat some of the dankest salsa in the entire Planet Universe
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2024-05-10 at 4:35 PM UTC in Are you looking forward to the big war with Iran?
Originally posted by Charles Ex Machina someone asked chat gpt about something about best legal outcome for women who choose to be with a bear than be with a man in the forest.
chat gpt replied that its a win for everyone involved.
the bear gets a free meal
the woman gets to prove her status as a victim undisputedly
and the man dont get accused of "rape".
This is like one of those jokes where George Bush, Osama and Ariel Sharon are sitting in an airplane -
2024-05-10 at 4:32 PM UTC in How are you feeling at the moment..John Self
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2024-05-10 at 2:48 PM UTC in Are you looking forward to the big war with Iran?
Originally posted by ner vegas that's the point, offensive weapons always advance faster than defensive ones so a single $10 billion ship is a huge liability. they're primarily for bullying countries that have no way to fight back. a peer or near peer is going to be able to saturate AA/AD (using hypersonics and/or modern ASBMs) and kill the carrier for a fraction of its cost.
I suspect China is building them primarily as a symbol of prestige to show that they're part of the Big Boys Club rather than any practical purpose.
Aircraft carriers do not operate in isolation but as part of a carrier strike group which includes destroyers, cruisers, and submarines, all equipped with advanced defensive systems designed to intercept a variety of threats, including hypersonic missiles and advanced ASBMs. The combination of onboard and escort ship defenses, such as AEGIS-equipped cruisers and destroyers capable of ballistic missile defense, electronic warfare suites, and networked sensor systems, enhances the survivability of the entire group, not just the carrier.
The argument that offensive weapons are cheaper and more advanced than defensive ones overlooks the economic and strategic calculus that includes deterrence and power projection. Carriers enable a form of deterrence not just by their combat capabilities, but also through their ability to be forward-deployed, thereby providing a persistent presence that can influence regional behavior and deter potential adversaries without engaging in conflict. This projection of power can often prevent conflicts and promote stability, which might be more cost-effective in the long run than engaging in war.
Aircraft carriers are highly adaptable platforms. They can launch a variety of missions—from strike operations to humanitarian aid—over vast distances. This versatility makes them valuable assets in both war and peace, capable of responding to rapidly changing tactical situations and providing government leaders with multiple response options in a crisis.
While the prestige of having an aircraft carrier can enhance a nation's status on the world stage, it is a byproduct rather than the primary purpose of possessing such vessels. For China, and indeed for any nation investing in carriers, the strategic rationale includes securing sea lanes, asserting maritime claims, and enhancing the ability to influence regional and global events. The ability to operate at sea with carriers also supports diplomatic strategies by providing a platform for international cooperation and engagement, such as joint exercises and humanitarian missions.
The advancement of military technology is a continuous process affecting both offensive and defensive systems. The dynamic nature of military technology means that strategies and platforms are continually adapted to new threats. The development and deployment of new technologies, like unmanned systems and artificial intelligence, are expected to further enhance the capabilities and defensive posture of carrier groups. -
2024-05-10 at 2:33 PM UTC in How are you feeling at the moment..John Work
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2024-05-10 at 2:28 PM UTC in What are you doing at the momentBro I feel so gross but there's this 20 year old who really, really likes me and she's mad cute.
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2024-05-10 at 2:22 PM UTC in What are you doing at the momentJean-Michael Aquino
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2024-05-09 at 7:54 PM UTC in Oh no, Starfield is like... really good.Johnny Starship
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2024-05-09 at 7:24 PM UTC in What are you doing at the momentSODIMM mastery
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2024-05-09 at 2:11 PM UTC in The Stoner ThreadI refill gas station vapes with online HHC because I like the way gas station vapes look and they have alright atomizers, I just use one till it tastes burnt, buy another one, use it up, then refill and repeat.
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2024-05-09 at 2:09 PM UTC in What are you doing at the momentI am making a sick ass optimizer
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2024-05-07 at 6:06 PM UTC in Are you looking forward to the big war with Iran?
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2024-05-07 at 7:24 AM UTC in How are you feeling at the moment..
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2024-05-06 at 3:55 PM UTC in What are you doing at the momentHAPPY BIRTHDAY SOMEONE
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2024-05-06 at 1:22 PM UTC in What are you doing at the moment
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2024-05-05 at 8:06 PM UTC in What are you doing at the moment
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2024-05-05 at 12:56 AM UTC in What are you doing at the moment
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2024-05-04 at 6:13 PM UTC in What are you doing at the moment
Originally posted by Kinks On topic:
Right now I am hoping the pile of kpins I had knock me out before I start on day 3 of no sleep in a month where I’ve slept like 3.5hr a night.
I ran out of my lyrica early. So, I’m shit out of luck on likely having a real chance to pass out. I think it refills in 4 or 5 days.
I cold turkey quit 24mg suboxone about a month ago, after like 10 years of various opioid receptor substance ab/use. Technically I’m supposed to take them but they make me feel pretty dead and I’d rather be alive feeling stuck in infinite mania and put up with the extra bullshit than go back.
But yeah I’m not taking stims despite my jokes. I have had manic episodes in the past without stims that were a week without sleep. Luckily I don’t get the depressive side.
PRAY TO SATAN TO TAKE MY SOUL
Start talking to me on Telegram or whatever again bby -
2024-05-04 at 6:09 PM UTC in What are you doing at the moment
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2024-05-04 at 6:04 PM UTC in How are you feeling at the moment..To fire off up your asshole or...?
