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Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th March 2024, 06:01 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
@Roger Ramjets Way to throw a lot of straw...

@Roger Ramjets

Way to throw a lot of straw at my observation that hypothermia is responsible for more deaths than hyperthermia, which was a simple response to your lecture regarding the latter....
Forum: General Skepticism and The Paranormal 1st March 2024, 10:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,471
Posted By Skeptical Greg
I've noticed a new disclaimer in the semaglutid...

I've noticed a new disclaimer in the semaglutid ads
That says " the majority of people who lose weight, regain it when they stop taking the drug ".
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 29th February 2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 1,236
Views: 47,710
Posted By Skeptical Greg
From the link: I was just observing...

From the link:



I was just observing how ludicrous the " 30 minute interval " sounded.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 29th February 2024, 04:26 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Most heat related deaths are related to health...

Most heat related deaths are related to health issues and to the elderly who have less ability to regulate body temperature than younger people. Not to say a warmer climate is not a factor, but it...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 29th February 2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 1,236
Views: 47,710
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Just saw this news item: Titan Sub...

Just saw this news item:

Titan Sub Documentary Features New Audio Of Mysterious Banging Sounds During Search (https://www.aol.com/titan-sub-documentary-features-audio-130745006.html)

Nothing...
Forum: Trials and Errors 29th February 2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 479
Views: 29,593
Posted By Skeptical Greg
They used DNA evidence to identify the suspect, ...

They used DNA evidence to identify the suspect, but they don't intend to use that evidence for the trial.

The trial should be interesting
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 29th February 2024, 07:50 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Boomers grew up without air conditioning. In...

Boomers grew up without air conditioning.

In what ways do you think they will suffer?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 28th February 2024, 03:03 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Nope. People who don't care are not looking for...

Nope. People who don't care are not looking for excuses.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 27th February 2024, 05:27 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
If things were different, things would be...

If things were different, things would be different.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 27th February 2024, 04:34 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
That implies they are acting but looking for a...

That implies they are acting but looking for a way not to.

Really?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 26th February 2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Most Humans are not looking for an excuse to not...

Most Humans are not looking for an excuse to not eat meat.
Just another distraction from the real problem..
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 23rd February 2024, 05:28 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 973
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Isn't 'Roaming' always provided by a network...

Isn't 'Roaming' always provided by a network other than the primary?

If they are AT&T customers using their phones in Canada and Mexico they would still be included in the AT&T customer count.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 22nd January 2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By Skeptical Greg
What are your thoughts about something that you...

What are your thoughts about something that you want the rest of us to spend an hour listening to?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 16th January 2024, 01:19 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
That's one..

That's one..
Forum: Computers and the Internet 10th January 2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,380
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Also, make sure wifi is not turned off in the...

Also, make sure wifi is not turned off in the network settings.

This has burned me a couple of times..
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 3rd January 2024, 10:46 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,802
Posted By Skeptical Greg
" semi-automatic " = Not automatic.. As...

" semi-automatic " = Not automatic..

As alluded to. More scary, like " Assault weapon "..

Whose going to stop and read a story about a hunting rifle.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 1st January 2024, 07:58 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,802
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Like I said. There has to be a law against...

Like I said.

There has to be a law against procession before you can offer an amnesty.

Offering an amnesty is not the first step in this process.

Besides, any number of the shooters...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 31st December 2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,802
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Before there is an " amnesty " for handing in...

Before there is an " amnesty " for handing in guns, there has so be some sort of restrictions/laws for owning one.

The post I was responding to missed that step.

No, it's not rocket science.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 30th December 2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,802
Posted By Skeptical Greg
And if I don't want to hand in my gun?

And if I don't want to hand in my gun?
Forum: General Skepticism and The Paranormal 27th December 2023, 11:03 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,565
Posted By Skeptical Greg
All kinds of magical lore makes all kinds of kids...

All kinds of magical lore makes all kinds of kids happy.

Is it more wrong to sell them a a magical toy than an overpriced bike they will outgrow in a couple of years?

And FWIW, no surprise...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 22nd December 2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 3,536
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Strengthening pattern recognition? Just...

Strengthening pattern recognition?


Just about anything a computer does well can replace a human. It's been happening for a while now.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 17th December 2023, 12:17 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 4,724
Posted By Skeptical Greg
This really baffles me also. What kind of...

This really baffles me also.

What kind of charge is this for anyone, much less a child..

Must be a Mississippi thing..
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 16th December 2023, 10:38 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 4,724
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Another question.. What are the political...

Another question..

What are the political implications of this event?
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 15th December 2023, 04:50 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 4,724
Posted By Skeptical Greg
I'm just trying to wrap my head around a charge...

I'm just trying to wrap my head around a charge of " in need of supervision "..

Will kids everywhere start looking for the supervision they are not getting when they hear about this?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 15th December 2023, 06:04 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Find something else to sell besides what drives...

Find something else to sell besides what drives your business?

Really?
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 14th December 2023, 05:34 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,228
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Right about what?

Right about what?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 13th December 2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 67,631
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Can't help you there.. Have you seen some of...

Can't help you there..

Have you seen some of the numbers regarding absolute vs relative risk when it comes to drug effectiveness?

They use the number that shines the best light on what they are...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 13th December 2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 67,631
Posted By Skeptical Greg
I was just trying to be sarcastic about the idea...

I was just trying to be sarcastic about the idea of a 6 year old being counseled about their obesity problem..

Do they council abused children? Something with that in mind might be in order..
...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 12th December 2023, 04:32 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 67,631
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Just saw this: US panel recommends children...

Just saw this:

US panel recommends children with obesity start counseling from age 6 (https://www.aol.com/news/us-panel-recommends-children-obesity-160740386.html)

The stupid it burns.

I...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 11th December 2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 398
Posted By Skeptical Greg
I have it on good authority that it happened last...

I have it on good authority that it happened last week.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 10th December 2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
You can see that? Quite an accomplishment...

You can see that?

Quite an accomplishment considering all the straw in front of you..
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 10th December 2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Just studies. Nothing about how much impact...

Just studies. Nothing about how much impact attending conferences has had on the climate problem..

That's what I want to hear about when it happens..

Perhaps setting an example about not...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 10th December 2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
You are the one who started the conversation...

You are the one who started the conversation about Biden losing young voters..

What was your point?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 9th December 2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Wow! Hyperbole, much? Who is the viable...

Wow! Hyperbole, much?

Who is the viable green candidate that young voters should vote for?
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 9th December 2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Get back to us with some of that impact.

Get back to us with some of that impact.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 05:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,128
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Double post..

Double post..
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,128
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Where would the typo be? Hard to go from 140...

Where would the typo be?

Hard to go from 140 to 12 with a typo..

I like the ChatGPT eplanation.
Forum: General Skepticism and The Paranormal 8th December 2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 467
Views: 65,332
Posted By Skeptical Greg
I read the S stood for " Solomon ".

I read the S stood for " Solomon ".
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Oh come now. We are being forced to buy all that...

Oh come now. We are being forced to buy all that stuff and carry it home in plastic bags...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
When all else fails, straw..

When all else fails, straw..
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Of course you can. I'll forego stating the...

Of course you can.

I'll forego stating the obvious.
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 8th December 2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
It would depend on whether or not I felt driven (...

It would depend on whether or not I felt driven ( which I probably would have 50 years ago ) by the consumerism that drives the fossil fuel industry. Something that a majority of young voters don't...
Forum: Science, Mathematics, Medicine, and Technology 7th December 2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1,345
Views: 161,961
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Not that I was wondering, but losing them to who?...

Not that I was wondering, but losing them to who? Or, are they just not going to vote?
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 6th December 2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Any right is qualified by the "if" principle.. ...

Any right is qualified by the "if" principle..

I have the right to go shopping.. If I have the money and if I have a way to get to the store.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th December 2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
NM

NM
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th December 2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
It's not a legal right, if it's not legal. ...

It's not a legal right, if it's not legal.

Claiming it's a right, doesn't change anything.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th December 2023, 10:46 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 7,797
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Has anyone asked the question " Is artificial...

Has anyone asked the question " Is artificial stupidity distinguishable from real stupidity?" ?
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 5th December 2023, 10:38 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Or try to tell you how to make a watch when you...

Or try to tell you how to make a watch when you ask them what time it is.
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 4th December 2023, 05:41 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
It's hardly a right, if the authorities don't...

It's hardly a right, if the authorities don't permit/enforce it for everyone equally.

There are no "rights" other that what you are capable of asserting for yourself.

That doesn't mean that...
Forum: Social Issues & Current Events 4th December 2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 6,483
Posted By Skeptical Greg
Almost... Make it " male " white Anglo...

Almost... Make it " male " white Anglo Saxons..
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