Michael Bateman
@wostem.bsky.social
“Only accidents, crimes, wars, will still kill us. Unfortunately, crimes, wars, will multiply.
I love football. Thank you.”
I love football. Thank you.”
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Michael Bateman
@wostem.bsky.social
· Aug 4
So much brain rot everywhere.
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Wrote about how the late, great Rob Reiner had the most impossible 7-movie beginning to any director's career, and yet that's not even what he was most famous for:
December 15, 2025 at 5:23 AM
Wrote about how the late, great Rob Reiner had the most impossible 7-movie beginning to any director's career, and yet that's not even what he was most famous for:
Murdered by his own son?
December 15, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Murdered by his own son?
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It seems the raccoon might have a problem — and it’s not just drinking.
The raccoon, famously known for its Nov. 29 drunken spree at a Virginia liquor store, is suspected of sneaking into multiple businesses in the same shopping center.
The raccoon, famously known for its Nov. 29 drunken spree at a Virginia liquor store, is suspected of sneaking into multiple businesses in the same shopping center.
Drunk raccoon found in liquor store is a repeat offender, officials say
Virginia animal protection officials say the furry bandit is suspected in break-ins at a martial arts studio and Department of Motor Vehicles office.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
It seems the raccoon might have a problem — and it’s not just drinking.
The raccoon, famously known for its Nov. 29 drunken spree at a Virginia liquor store, is suspected of sneaking into multiple businesses in the same shopping center.
The raccoon, famously known for its Nov. 29 drunken spree at a Virginia liquor store, is suspected of sneaking into multiple businesses in the same shopping center.
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I’ve been seeing this cover over and over and I just…
In the original you’re aware of the horror of falling, but the body positions of the workers are solid on the beam. Here, most of them should be falling off, yet they don’t, because they live in an unreal, consequence-free space.
In the original you’re aware of the horror of falling, but the body positions of the workers are solid on the beam. Here, most of them should be falling off, yet they don’t, because they live in an unreal, consequence-free space.
I guess it's fitting that it's a reimagined, worse version of someone else's artwork
December 14, 2025 at 9:36 AM
I’ve been seeing this cover over and over and I just…
In the original you’re aware of the horror of falling, but the body positions of the workers are solid on the beam. Here, most of them should be falling off, yet they don’t, because they live in an unreal, consequence-free space.
In the original you’re aware of the horror of falling, but the body positions of the workers are solid on the beam. Here, most of them should be falling off, yet they don’t, because they live in an unreal, consequence-free space.
Sorry but my gen has turned out to be an embarrassment.
December 14, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Sorry but my gen has turned out to be an embarrassment.
What now??
Here,s everything you need to know about data privacy in sex toys and the apps that connect to them. www.wired.com/story/is-you...
Is Your Vibrator Spying on You?
Here,s everything you need to know about data privacy in sex toys and the apps that connect to them.
www.wired.com
December 14, 2025 at 10:42 AM
What now??
Just started Landman, so far, very enjoyable
December 14, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Just started Landman, so far, very enjoyable
In general I'd like to see people dress well now, n yes with suits n ties. Too much of a lackadaisical attitude!
Not sure about the reasoning here by Martin
Not sure about the reasoning here by Martin
'It makes sense to look respectable,' says Martin Wolf, the FT’s chief economics commentator. 'Human beings are very hierarchical. They work out very quickly if you matter or not.' on.ft.com/4rURNyl
December 14, 2025 at 10:33 AM
In general I'd like to see people dress well now, n yes with suits n ties. Too much of a lackadaisical attitude!
Not sure about the reasoning here by Martin
Not sure about the reasoning here by Martin
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Ok this story is totally insane
Rich Chinese building armies of American born children via surrogacy
Rich Chinese building armies of American born children via surrogacy
December 14, 2025 at 5:27 AM
Ok this story is totally insane
Rich Chinese building armies of American born children via surrogacy
Rich Chinese building armies of American born children via surrogacy
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Religious affiliation has been dropping among young people for decades, but there are examples of surging interest on college campuses and in cities. https://wapo.st/4a3Gmhk
December 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Religious affiliation has been dropping among young people for decades, but there are examples of surging interest on college campuses and in cities. https://wapo.st/4a3Gmhk
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So, El Fasher looks like one of the worst single event atrocities to happen this century so far, but the evidence has come in such a trickle it seems to only now be getting verified
At least 60,000 murdered in Sudanese city, which resembles ‘a slaughterhouse’
Satellite evidence shows extent of paramilitary massacre in El Fasher
www.irishtimes.com
December 13, 2025 at 3:50 AM
So, El Fasher looks like one of the worst single event atrocities to happen this century so far, but the evidence has come in such a trickle it seems to only now be getting verified
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the truth isn't just something you want—it's something you can't handle
I'm sorry, it looks like you're right, I did in fact order the code red. I forgot you have the luxury of not knowing what I know. Would you like me to explain myself, or would you prefer to pick up a weapon and stand a post—I would be happy to research walls that have to be guarded by men with guns!
Yelling at chatJAG that it can't handle the truth
December 13, 2025 at 12:57 AM
the truth isn't just something you want—it's something you can't handle
It's only December
December 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM
It's only December
This!!!
I was offline for the recent Quentin Tarantino kerfuffle but I just want to say he talks a lot of shit for guy who’s made exactly two good movies and he didn’t even direct his best one.
December 12, 2025 at 11:04 AM
This!!!
A big reason I'm reluctant to see One battle after another is Di caprio. Never cared for him as an actor.
overhyped.
overhyped.
December 11, 2025 at 11:09 AM
A big reason I'm reluctant to see One battle after another is Di caprio. Never cared for him as an actor.
overhyped.
overhyped.
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fuck off
Cafes across the U.S. are embracing the low- and no-caffeine lifestyle, with options that are a far cry from dusty tea bags and rewarmed decaf. nyti.ms/3XKlqoj
December 10, 2025 at 8:37 PM
fuck off
It's borderline criminal how definitions have been expanded in the last while. Diminishes genuine cases while amplifying fraud.
Among the many things that are problematic about the ongoing expansion of what we define as falling under mental health and neuroconditions is the use of it as a shield by silicon valley types by having problematic behaviour fall under the definition of a disorder
December 10, 2025 at 1:47 PM
It's borderline criminal how definitions have been expanded in the last while. Diminishes genuine cases while amplifying fraud.
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Among the many things that are problematic about the ongoing expansion of what we define as falling under mental health and neuroconditions is the use of it as a shield by silicon valley types by having problematic behaviour fall under the definition of a disorder
December 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Among the many things that are problematic about the ongoing expansion of what we define as falling under mental health and neuroconditions is the use of it as a shield by silicon valley types by having problematic behaviour fall under the definition of a disorder
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NEW DATA: Where the teens are
YouTube 92%
TikTok 68%
Instagram 63%
Snapchat 55%
Facebook 31% (down from 71%)
WhatsApp 24%
Reddit 17%
X 16% (down from 33%)
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/12/09/teens-social-media-and-ai-chatbots-2025/
YouTube 92%
TikTok 68%
Instagram 63%
Snapchat 55%
Facebook 31% (down from 71%)
WhatsApp 24%
Reddit 17%
X 16% (down from 33%)
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/12/09/teens-social-media-and-ai-chatbots-2025/
December 9, 2025 at 9:51 PM
NEW DATA: Where the teens are
YouTube 92%
TikTok 68%
Instagram 63%
Snapchat 55%
Facebook 31% (down from 71%)
WhatsApp 24%
Reddit 17%
X 16% (down from 33%)
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/12/09/teens-social-media-and-ai-chatbots-2025/
YouTube 92%
TikTok 68%
Instagram 63%
Snapchat 55%
Facebook 31% (down from 71%)
WhatsApp 24%
Reddit 17%
X 16% (down from 33%)
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/12/09/teens-social-media-and-ai-chatbots-2025/
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“94% of Quebecers can speak French, including 85% who speak French regularly at home. According to Quebec politicians, these are signs that the French language is threatened with disappearing entirely.”
Quebec language politics have become increasingly disconnected from reality
#polqc
Quebec language politics have become increasingly disconnected from reality
#polqc
Quebec language politics have become increasingly disconnected from reality
Language politics in Quebec have been co-opted by populists interpreting stats to suit pre-established narratives for political gain.
cultmtl.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:12 PM
“94% of Quebecers can speak French, including 85% who speak French regularly at home. According to Quebec politicians, these are signs that the French language is threatened with disappearing entirely.”
Quebec language politics have become increasingly disconnected from reality
#polqc
Quebec language politics have become increasingly disconnected from reality
#polqc
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Scientists have discovered a way to recharge aging and damaged cells, an innovation that could lead to better treatment for a variety of conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, muscular dystrophy and fatty liver disease.
The quest to slow aging leads scientists into the powerhouse of cells
Scientists at Texas A&M University have developed a method to boost the energy of aging or damaged cells, an innovation that could improve treatment of a variety of conditions.
wapo.st
December 8, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Scientists have discovered a way to recharge aging and damaged cells, an innovation that could lead to better treatment for a variety of conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, muscular dystrophy and fatty liver disease.
I get why they're doing it but the left really should focus a bit less on trans issues
December 8, 2025 at 5:17 PM
I get why they're doing it but the left really should focus a bit less on trans issues
Going to start with this
December 8, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Going to start with this