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#11
Techmology and Scientism / Re: Weekly Science Headlines
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 26, 2025, 05:53:58 AMThe universe may be lopsided – new research
Well, duh. As Lord Omar Khayyam Ravenhurst himself has taught us " ... the whole Material Universe is exclusive property of the Greco-Roman Goddess of Chaos, Confusion, Strife, Helter-Skelter and Hodge-Podge." So, why would Discordians expect it to be otherwise?
And, although interesting, this isn't the most well written article on the subject, as the acronym "FLRW" acronym should have been explained to mean "Friedmann-Lemaître-Robertson-Walker," as people unfamiliar with the science of cosmology should not be expected to know that.
Anyway, as per this article:
"The shape of the universe is not something we often think about. But my colleagues and I have published a new study suggests it could be asymmetric or lopsided, meaning not the same in every direction.
Should we care about this? Well, today's "standard cosmological model" – which describes the dynamics and structure of the entire cosmos – rests squarely on the assumption that it is isotropic (looks the same in all directions), and homogeneous when averaged on large scales.
But several so-called "tensions" – or disagreements in the data – pose challenges to this idea of a uniform universe.
We have just published a paper looking at one of the most significant of these tensions, called the cosmic dipole anomaly. We conclude that the cosmic dipole anomaly poses a serious challenge to the most widely accepted description of the universe, the standard cosmological model (also called the Lambda-CDM model)."
The above referenced published paper is "paywalled," unless you're institutionalized. But, its earlier arXiv version is available here: Colloquium: The Cosmic Dipole Anomaly
So, the Sacred Confusion Continues!
Hail Eris!
All Hail Discordia!
Well, duh. As Lord Omar Khayyam Ravenhurst himself has taught us " ... the whole Material Universe is exclusive property of the Greco-Roman Goddess of Chaos, Confusion, Strife, Helter-Skelter and Hodge-Podge." So, why would Discordians expect it to be otherwise?
And, although interesting, this isn't the most well written article on the subject, as the acronym "FLRW" acronym should have been explained to mean "Friedmann-Lemaître-Robertson-Walker," as people unfamiliar with the science of cosmology should not be expected to know that.
Anyway, as per this article:
"The shape of the universe is not something we often think about. But my colleagues and I have published a new study suggests it could be asymmetric or lopsided, meaning not the same in every direction.
Should we care about this? Well, today's "standard cosmological model" – which describes the dynamics and structure of the entire cosmos – rests squarely on the assumption that it is isotropic (looks the same in all directions), and homogeneous when averaged on large scales.
But several so-called "tensions" – or disagreements in the data – pose challenges to this idea of a uniform universe.
We have just published a paper looking at one of the most significant of these tensions, called the cosmic dipole anomaly. We conclude that the cosmic dipole anomaly poses a serious challenge to the most widely accepted description of the universe, the standard cosmological model (also called the Lambda-CDM model)."
The above referenced published paper is "paywalled," unless you're institutionalized. But, its earlier arXiv version is available here: Colloquium: The Cosmic Dipole Anomaly
So, the Sacred Confusion Continues!
Hail Eris!
All Hail Discordia!
#12
Aneristic Illusions / Re: There Can Be Only One!
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 25, 2025, 02:04:23 AMQuote from: Abbot Mythos on August 04, 2025, 05:27:16 PMI find this to be an interesting move by Elmo the Oligarch:I almost missed this one, but Elmo the Oligarch has already received an early Christmas gift. Now, he had to pay for it himself, but it's not like the richest person on the face of the Earth couldn't afford it. And, although it did take him longer than expected to get his present, Elmo's additional $ 15M in 'donations' did eventually pay off as follows:
Elon Musk Donates $5M to Trump — Weeks After Claiming He's Covering Up Epstein Files Because He's In Them
But, what about that "American Party" thingy? Has the party been canceled, or what? And, I see that NASA is still being run by an "acting administrator."
So, I suspect NASA is still on the market, and Elmo just spent $15M to see if he can buy his way back into the Turd Reich.
Billionaire Jared Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally, confirmed as Nasa chief
As per this article:
"Trump first announced his intent to nominate Isaacman in December 2024, but he withdrew the nomination in May in the middle of a public feud with Elon Musk, an ally of Isaacman.
Musk, one of Trump's largest political donors and the chief executive of SpaceX, had been a regular presence in the Oval Office alongside Trump, but they had a bitter falling out over government spending.
Within days, Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination, citing a "thorough review of prior associations".
In November, the president re-upped Isaacman's nomination. During a confirmation hearing earlier this month, Isaacman said he embraces Trump's mission to mine the moon. In the current space battle, countries are racing to exploit the lunar surface."
Now, as I've written above, Elmo has little interest in going back to the Moon. To him, that's just another 'been-there-done-that' project. Establishing a self-sustaining colony on Mars is his real wet dream. So, now it remains to be seen whether or not his boy Isaacman continues as is with NASA's latest Moon missions, or begins diverting resources in the service of his 'ally' Elmo.
#13
Bring and Brag / Re: Favorite Sentences Megathr...
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 24, 2025, 02:04:09 AM"Civilization has evolved to where I need two electronic devices to use one."
This thought occurs to me every time I attempt to use my desktop computer to log in to an online financial, or medical account, and am informed I have to make one (1) of the following three (3) choices:
1. I first need to receive and input a verification code, that will be sent to me via text message on a predesignated cell phone.
2. I first need to receive and input a verification code, that will be sent to me via automated voice message on a predesignated landline telephone.
3. I first need to place a telephone call to an actual human being, who just might answer the phone, be kind enough to attempt to help me, and be knowledgeable enough to actually grant me access to my very own online account(s).
This is not what I expected "progress" to be, back in the day.
This thought occurs to me every time I attempt to use my desktop computer to log in to an online financial, or medical account, and am informed I have to make one (1) of the following three (3) choices:
1. I first need to receive and input a verification code, that will be sent to me via text message on a predesignated cell phone.
2. I first need to receive and input a verification code, that will be sent to me via automated voice message on a predesignated landline telephone.
3. I first need to place a telephone call to an actual human being, who just might answer the phone, be kind enough to attempt to help me, and be knowledgeable enough to actually grant me access to my very own online account(s).
This is not what I expected "progress" to be, back in the day.
#14
Aneristic Illusions / Re: Money Can't Buy Class - Ex...
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 23, 2025, 01:02:24 PMYou can't make up stuff like this:
Demented Trump Horrifies The Nation By Telling Stories About Melania Trump's Underwear
Trump showed why the White House limited his public events as he decided to tell the audience stories about Melania Trump's underwear during a speech that was supposed to be about the economy.
As per this article:
"This is what Trump said in North Carolina whie complaining about his golf club being searched for classified documents that he had stolen and refused to return:
They went into my wife's closet, and I'll say this number one it's is very bad, but it sounds a little strange. They looked at her drawers.
You have drawer, and then you have drawer. They looked at both. And she's a very meticulous person. You know, like these people just like she'd fit into your group very well. She'd be very happy with her, but everything is perfect. Her undergarments so, and this sometimes referred to as panties are folded, perfect wrapped."
There's no doubt money can now buy a U.S. presidency. Twice. But, money can't buy class.
Demented Trump Horrifies The Nation By Telling Stories About Melania Trump's Underwear
Trump showed why the White House limited his public events as he decided to tell the audience stories about Melania Trump's underwear during a speech that was supposed to be about the economy.
As per this article:
"This is what Trump said in North Carolina whie complaining about his golf club being searched for classified documents that he had stolen and refused to return:
They went into my wife's closet, and I'll say this number one it's is very bad, but it sounds a little strange. They looked at her drawers.
You have drawer, and then you have drawer. They looked at both. And she's a very meticulous person. You know, like these people just like she'd fit into your group very well. She'd be very happy with her, but everything is perfect. Her undergarments so, and this sometimes referred to as panties are folded, perfect wrapped."
There's no doubt money can now buy a U.S. presidency. Twice. But, money can't buy class.
#15
Aneristic Illusions / Re: The Republicult™ On Parade
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 23, 2025, 10:33:54 AMIt looks like there's yet another 'Not Ready for Prime Time Player' auditioning for a high-profile, highly paid position within the Republicult™:
Erika Kirk Makes Awkward Flub On-Stage — And People Think It's The Ultimate Freudian Slip
As per this article:
"Erika Kirk had an ironic slip of the tongue during Turning Point USA's AmericaFest this weekend.
While presenting the inaugural Charlie Kirk Courage Award to Utah Valley University student Caleb Chilcutt on Saturday, the right-wing activist's widow got tongue-tied and said: "Despite the devastating loss of Charlie Kirk, my incredible husband at UVU, Caleb has persisted with the same grift."
After trying to correct herself, Kirk said "gift" and then finally got to the word "grit.""
I'm not a psychoanalyst, but it sure looks like a Freudian Slip to me. She got it right the first time. But, it doesn't matter, as it's not like the Republicult™ has high standards, or anything.
Erika Kirk Makes Awkward Flub On-Stage — And People Think It's The Ultimate Freudian Slip
As per this article:
"Erika Kirk had an ironic slip of the tongue during Turning Point USA's AmericaFest this weekend.
While presenting the inaugural Charlie Kirk Courage Award to Utah Valley University student Caleb Chilcutt on Saturday, the right-wing activist's widow got tongue-tied and said: "Despite the devastating loss of Charlie Kirk, my incredible husband at UVU, Caleb has persisted with the same grift."
After trying to correct herself, Kirk said "gift" and then finally got to the word "grit.""
I'm not a psychoanalyst, but it sure looks like a Freudian Slip to me. She got it right the first time. But, it doesn't matter, as it's not like the Republicult™ has high standards, or anything.
#16
Principia Discussion / Re: Remember To Enjoy Hating W...
Last post by PHRASE - December 22, 2025, 11:35:02 PMQuote from: Doktor Howl on July 20, 2025, 06:29:18 AMAllow me to Demonstrate Enjoying your Hatred
I Hate Doktor Howl So Much and This Makes me So Happy I Jizzed in My Pants I Hate Doktor Howl So much I came so Quick nothing brings me more joy Then Hating Doktor Howl it's The Greatest Thing To Do Wow how great it is To Hate Doktor Howl what a wow I needed That moment is worth
#17
High Weirdness / Re: Opus Dei
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 22, 2025, 06:20:26 AMI knew I'd find something sinister about these guys before too long:
Women who say they were tricked into servitude for Opus Dei to meet in Argentina
Pope said to have urged organisers to hold conference after 43 women alleged they were exploited as minors by Catholic group
As per this article:
"Buenos Aires will on Tuesday host the first-ever international gathering of former Opus Dei members who say they were tricked and trafficked into domestic servitude as minors – allegations that have drawn scrutiny of the powerful, secretive Catholic group. Pope Leo XIV privately urged organisers to convene the conference, the Guardian has learned.
Forty-three women in Argentina say they were lured to Opus Dei schools as children and teenagers under promises of receiving an education. Instead, they say they were forced into working up to 12-hour days, cooking and cleaning for the elite male members, without pay.
They say they faced extreme levels of control, with their letters censored, family visits discouraged, and the reading of anything other than children's books or religious texts banned. When the women eventually escaped, they say they were left without money, clothes or qualifications."
Well ... that does sound like something a powerful, secret, cult-like society might do. But, all snark aside, it does sound like the government of Argentina is taking the women's testimonies seriously.
And, now that that crime is receiving worldwide attention, perhaps some effort will be devoted to investigating why Opus Dei utilized it's considerable influence in Argentina to encourage the invasion of the Falkland Islands in 1982. It would be interesting to know if there's any truth to the rumors that Opus Dei wanted carte blanche to search the Falkland Islands for shipwrecks from the Knights Templar's attempts to transport artifacts from the Holy Land to a secret place of safe keeping far way from the Old World, or that the Templar's actual secret place of safe keeping is thought, or even known, to be in the Falkland Islands.
Women who say they were tricked into servitude for Opus Dei to meet in Argentina
Pope said to have urged organisers to hold conference after 43 women alleged they were exploited as minors by Catholic group
As per this article:
"Buenos Aires will on Tuesday host the first-ever international gathering of former Opus Dei members who say they were tricked and trafficked into domestic servitude as minors – allegations that have drawn scrutiny of the powerful, secretive Catholic group. Pope Leo XIV privately urged organisers to convene the conference, the Guardian has learned.
Forty-three women in Argentina say they were lured to Opus Dei schools as children and teenagers under promises of receiving an education. Instead, they say they were forced into working up to 12-hour days, cooking and cleaning for the elite male members, without pay.
They say they faced extreme levels of control, with their letters censored, family visits discouraged, and the reading of anything other than children's books or religious texts banned. When the women eventually escaped, they say they were left without money, clothes or qualifications."
Well ... that does sound like something a powerful, secret, cult-like society might do. But, all snark aside, it does sound like the government of Argentina is taking the women's testimonies seriously.
And, now that that crime is receiving worldwide attention, perhaps some effort will be devoted to investigating why Opus Dei utilized it's considerable influence in Argentina to encourage the invasion of the Falkland Islands in 1982. It would be interesting to know if there's any truth to the rumors that Opus Dei wanted carte blanche to search the Falkland Islands for shipwrecks from the Knights Templar's attempts to transport artifacts from the Holy Land to a secret place of safe keeping far way from the Old World, or that the Templar's actual secret place of safe keeping is thought, or even known, to be in the Falkland Islands.
#18
Techmology and Scientism / Re: Weekly Science Headlines
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 21, 2025, 02:09:56 PMI don't know ... if this is true, I should be one of the strongest people on the planet.
How swearing makes you stronger
As per this article:
"Letting out a swear word in a moment of frustration can feel good. Now, research suggests that it can be good for you, too: Swearing can boost people's physical performance by helping them overcome their inhibitions and push themselves harder on tests of strength and endurance, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
"In many situations, people hold themselves back—consciously or unconsciously—from using their full strength," said study author Richard Stephens, Ph.D., of Keele University in the U.K. "Swearing is an easily available way to help yourself feel focused, confident and less distracted, and 'go for it' a little more.""
Well ... okay. That's probably true. Still, swearing is a habit I wish I had never gotten into in the first place.
How swearing makes you stronger
As per this article:
"Letting out a swear word in a moment of frustration can feel good. Now, research suggests that it can be good for you, too: Swearing can boost people's physical performance by helping them overcome their inhibitions and push themselves harder on tests of strength and endurance, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
"In many situations, people hold themselves back—consciously or unconsciously—from using their full strength," said study author Richard Stephens, Ph.D., of Keele University in the U.K. "Swearing is an easily available way to help yourself feel focused, confident and less distracted, and 'go for it' a little more.""
Well ... okay. That's probably true. Still, swearing is a habit I wish I had never gotten into in the first place.
#19
High Weirdness / Re: It's the Secret POSOTUS Al...
Last post by Mandelbrot Slapper - December 21, 2025, 01:27:12 PM #20
High Weirdness / Re: It's the Secret POSOTUS Al...
Last post by Abbot Mythos - December 20, 2025, 01:26:17 PMI thought the Secret POSOTUS Alzheimer Conspiracy Theory was a perfectly good "Discordian Worthy" conspiracy theory. But, there's just no pleasing some people:
DAMMIT It's Not Alzheimer's! Here's Why It's A Far Worse Nightmare Scenario
You deserve the facts, not conjecture. Alzheimer's diminishes a person. Trump's not diminishing, he's escalating, and you need to know the frightening reason why.
As per this article:
"A serious symptom analysis quickly debunks Alzheimer's.
Trump's symptoms are consistent with another, less common but more disruptive and, in his case horrific, disorder — Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). There are a couple of subtypes with important distinctions, but his changes in personality and behavior, along with specific language and physical problems, are consistent with FTD variants."
Now, to be fair, this is also a really good conspiracy theory. And, the bottom line is that the POSOTUS is still brain damaged, and his Turd Reich is still attempting to cover it up.
DAMMIT It's Not Alzheimer's! Here's Why It's A Far Worse Nightmare Scenario
You deserve the facts, not conjecture. Alzheimer's diminishes a person. Trump's not diminishing, he's escalating, and you need to know the frightening reason why.
As per this article:
"A serious symptom analysis quickly debunks Alzheimer's.
Trump's symptoms are consistent with another, less common but more disruptive and, in his case horrific, disorder — Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). There are a couple of subtypes with important distinctions, but his changes in personality and behavior, along with specific language and physical problems, are consistent with FTD variants."
Now, to be fair, this is also a really good conspiracy theory. And, the bottom line is that the POSOTUS is still brain damaged, and his Turd Reich is still attempting to cover it up.