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hockeybabe89 posted...

Hmm almost like betting should be banned

Because people are saying mean things? Really?

solosnake posted...

civ 6 has been fantastic, cant believe its already 8 years old. Time just slips

This. I bought it when it was on sale for like $3 or whatever a few months ago and played it a bunch. Really enjoyed it. Got all the DLC shortly thereafter and thought they did a good job with it.

Yes. Drop out of the presidential race. Reveal what hes really up to and thinks about things. Eat a few cheeseburgers. Donate a bunch of his money (and give a bunch to me).

Return.

He cant really do too much damage as myself and Ill have enough money after to not have to worry about the consequences.

voldothegr8 posted...

That isn't how slots work and casinos aren't risking their gambling licenses to rig them in such a manner. Don't forget there are stringent laws at play with casino games. No the rigging is much more straight forward, long term you lose 5%-20% on every single bet, depending on the machine. You can get lucky and win the battle and walk away ahead for a day, but the war is literally mathematically impossible to win.

This.

Generally, all regulated legit slot machines have a set hold % that refers to how much, on average, over millions of plays, the machine will keep. Think of it like cents on the dollar. So a machine with a 6% hold will keep 94 cents of every dollar played. There will be wins and losses greater than that but over the life of the machine it will keep that amount.

Almost every regulated casino I know of has some maximum hold percentage allowed in law. For example, in my state, its 15%. In reality the machines are all set higher than that to be competitive. The slot machine monitoring systems know in realtime what each machine is doing and they regularly vary based on floor location. So, the flashy ones by the entrance usually keep more than the older machines that are harder to find.

As has been explained, the theory is that if players are winning a little bit every so often they will keep playing and feel better about losing. But that is not the same as the machines providing wins at first and then getting cold. Thats not a real thing with legit slot machines. (The world of illegal slot machines is the wild west and anything can happen. I have seen 60% hold percentages on illegal machines).

Its pretty wild to think about how much money the casinos make on a few cents from every dollar. There are billions and billions of dollars in handle that go through the machines.

Ad far as being excluded or trespassed - that doesnt happen too much and usually its because the patron did something wrong. The casinos want people there losing money so its generally a high bar before they will exclude someone.

ssjevot posted...

Prediction markets:
https://polymarket.com/elections
https://ballotpedia.org/Prediction_markets_in_the_2024_presidential_election

Statistical model:
https://elections2024.thehill.com/predictions/president/

Thinking he has a chance to win isn't dooming, it's what all the actual evidence says.

I wouldnt call it evidence but I came to post this. The prediction markets, which usually do pretty well, havent made a major shift since the convictions.

CADE_FOSTER posted...

he was convicted of rape dont forget

It was a conviction for sexual abuse and not rape because of how NY defines rape.

(spoilers for description of the sex act, just in case). The jury found that he forcibly penetrated her with his fingers but not his sex organ. That is a material difference in NY law.

I only point this out because saying he raped her plays right into his hand. Its not true and was actually the basis of a counter suit that he filed.

I keep seeing the rape word used to describe him and it does a disservice to the truly terrible human being he is. He was found, by a jury, to have abused a woman and then defamed her. The truth is bad enough.

The wild part of it to me is the former reasonable (I get that its subjective) politicians, high in the party, that are doing the same thing. Rubio for example; in six years he has gone from a somewhat reasonable conservative to a rigged trial idiot.

No leadership on the right at all anymore. I thought more people would be speaking out about a felon being the face of the party and trying to calm the insanity but none of them are doing it.

According to CNN, guilty on all 34 counts.

Guilty on some charges.
Not guilty on others.

Get fucked Trump.

Nothing will change though. The MAGA people will continue to vote for, and support, a now felon, and sexual predator while crying about Hunter.

Yeah. I have had steaks at Burns (Tampa), STK Miami, Peter Lugars in NYC, Council Oaks at one of the Hard Rocks and a few other lesser known places (Brezza at Resorts World is a recent one that was really good) that were all over $100, and delicious. But idk. Im just not the biggest fan of expensive steaks. They are awesome and taste great but for the cost I would rather do a tasting menu or high end fish or something a little more delicate and get more bang for the buck.

Great series. Both teams are fun to watch. I think Florida wins this one. I want NY too but they havent had too many chances at the end of the 3rd and being home might help FL.

Most federal judges did not commit perjury in the confirmation process. Fuck Trump and MAGA for damaging this nation but that just isnt factual.

Dems dont vote.

Im scared of all snakes. Im reasonable about it but I dont like seeing them. If Im out mowing or hiking or whatever and I see one I get scared for a bit. We have a black racer that hangs out in the yard and my wife wants me to kill it but I wont because I know its harmless.

They also arent pets. Like, I never understood having one as a pet other than to be like Im the snake person, look at me.

I see those people in Vegas with the boa or python or whatever it is walking around to get pictures and hate it. I avoid them completely. Some of them scare people with the snake. I would call the cops.

Those arent real tattoos are they? Thats hideous.

I just did this because the wife wanted to. We finished the prequel last night. Idkcould have been worse tbh. The last movie was actually pretty good.

What is the lol for?

I just cant tell how to read the title. Its a legit question or not?

MaxEffingBemis posted...

Tebow wasnt disliked for his religious beliefs lmao thats propaganda. People disliked him because he was always shoved down our throats by the sports media when he was around

Yup. Just like CC and the WNBA. No one cares about the WNBA and ESPN constantly talking about it makes me want to watch it less.

RchHomieQuanChi posted...

Yes, and if you got to the point that the article is trying to make, it's arguing that even from a practical-minded business perspective, these unsustainable business practices are resulting in unstable economies and worse products/services, you know, the two things capitalism is "supposed" to be good at.

Like, you do realize workers are consumers too, right? If workers are constantly being laid off, they're not buying as much stuff.

There is nothing unsustainable about keeping operating expenses in check though. The opposite is what is unsustainable.

As pointed out, FAANG and a lot of the SAAS sector had their revenue numbers materially changed during COVID. Responsible companies made adjustments to ensure sustainability. Generally salaries and other operating expenses are the easiest way to get leaner - so thats what they did. Its completely reasonable and good business sense. They reacted to changing market dynamics not the other way around.

Is this bad for the 10 or 15% of employees that lost their job in some cases? Of course. But the alternative is the company in its entirety goes under and all 100% of the employees, shareholders, and the people that benefit form what is produced lose everything.

Persona posted...

do you know how to read
if so use those skills and try again

OP actually walks through how and why people's lives are being ruined, not just handwaiving how terrible it all is

Its all based on a shitty and unrealistic premise.

For profit companies exist to make money. They don't operate a charity by offering guaranteed salaries. Public companies have additional legal and ethical standards to their shareholders to maximize profits.

A company should not over hiring or overpaying to the point it leaves the company in bad financial position. If they continue to operate in a way that lessons their profitability they are mismanaging the company, failing to uphold their duty to the shareholders, putting the future life of the company in jeopardy, and all the great things that the author of that piece thinks they should be doing will never happen.

Voidgolem posted...

it's the part we're not supposed to talk about when it comes to late stage capitalism: When profit is the goal, all things, all innovation, eventually becomes a race to "how do we make the most money for the least work"

"but it's a perfect system because people don't like when that happens and the infallible market will correct itself!"

yeah and now look what's happening. People don't like it. And the people with all the capital don't care because they can buy their way out of any proper correction. Wow. If only all competing ideologies and regulations weren't yelled out of the room in favor of this notion that a company that wants money and only money -won't- just be evil at the first opportunity where being evil provides more money

This is a better thought out and reasoned post and argument than the quote in the OP.

Businesses are firing people to stay cash flow positive wahhhhhhhh lol. What a shit take. (The article in the OP, not what I quoted).

ablegator posted...

So does the PGA ever let this course host a major event again?

Yes. The course played pretty good and the event was very enjoyable to watch.

It isnt even about how much they lost. Their revenues were terrible.

These teams are fun to watch

Just saw an article on this. So bad.

No on 7.
Yes on z.

Depends on the food/mood.

WingsOfGood posted...

HR is trained to say this but it isn't very true, unless you like meltdown but most people don't. Even then they won't hear about it.

It depends on a lot of things. What market are you in, what kind of job do you do, what level you are at. I regularly get calls about former employees and how people leave or take bad news definitely has helped and hurt.

For example, I fired an employee recently for something in their personal life that reflected poorly on the organization. They understand and took it like a pro and Im giving glowing recommendations about them and trying to help them land on their feet. I have also had someone not get a promotion (they werent ready for) and completely check out before leaving. Gave them terrible feedback. Smaller industry and market than some but the point is, how you leave can matter.

I deal with this on the opposite end. I lead about 200 people and often have internals apply for jobs that we ultimately do not hire.

Leaving and finding something else is obviously an option but you may also want to talk to someone you know that was involved and figure out why you didnt get it. Do it in a professional way, trying to figure out what I can improve so that I dont miss out on future opportunities type thing.

The way you respond means a lot if you intend to stay in the organization. Even if you dont, depending on the industry and your position, how you respond may follow you.

AlBundy33 posted...

Car racing is not a sport.

True. Threw it in to be kind. I watch a little F1 but nothing else with cars.

Euripides posted...

Very clearly waiting on the teleprompter

This. This is a non story.

Trump should be getting blasted for being a sexual predator, a lier, a felon, a con man, a racist, a danger to democracy, a million other things. Instead, they try to make a story about nothing and it shows how shitty the media is.

Man City win the EPL.

Shauffele is at -17 and there are a handful of people chasing him. Bryson just made a crazy putt from off the green on 6 to get to within one. Him and Hovland look like they are feeding off each other.

Xander hasnt been able to close these things out. Hes playing good but the choke may be incoming.

How could that offend anyone?

Hmmm

MrDrMan posted...

I havent been following what ended up happening to Scheffler?

He had a great round Friday after the arrest and then kind of blew up a bit yesterday. Went double, bogey, bogey at one point. Didnt look like himself. I think it was his first round over par in like 40+ rounds which is pretty insane.

I was on the Scottie is boring train before this week but have kind of seen the light. He is a good guy that handled this situation really well and seems like a real pro. Shooting 65 after that happened is pretty nuts.

I want Bryson to win. He chipped in and made eagle on 18 yesterday to be two off the lead.

F1 is about to start.

Last week of the EPL. A few things still to play out.

Two game 7s in the NBA. Knicks at home. Denver at home.

Final round of the PGA Championship. There has been weather and arrests of the #1 and players going super low in rounds 1-3. There are about ten guys with a shot at winning. Im most excited about watching this.

I kind of like it. It feels like Im actually doing something.

I was following it this morning and it seemed dumb.

Im sure the PGA also got involved and had the mayor or whatever politician make a call.

You know that guy you just detained Hes the worlds number 1 and we need him on the course. There is no way your office will look competent if you dont get him back in play. Do you have any idea how much this event it worth to our community.

What a third period.

PowerOats posted...

what about taxes. Im guessing id have to file any profits so I dont get destroyed later?

Yes, like anything you have to pay tax on income. Some of what has been suggested provide unique tax benefits though . If you use a Roth you dont pay tax when you take the money out once it matures but will be penalized if you take out early. That is why this is more of a retirement instrument.

If you just open a normal brokerage account you will have to pay taxes on realized gains but the rate will vary depending on how long the investment has been going. You can also deduct losses.

Trump > everything. The GOP way.

That looked like a goal to me. The puck crossed the line. Wtf.

PowerOats posted...

so could I just place a few thousand in say SPY+ google and let it sit for a few years?

Yes.

Regular, recurring investments are great too and add up. $20/week even. It adds up

I dont care about what CNN said. Thats why I only quoted what you said.

WingsOfGood posted...

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/15/investing/gamestop-short-sellers-nightcap/index.html

Wow they lost a billy just from this week. No not the regular people but the shorters.

You dont think retail lost money too? How many peoples $50+ calls are going to be wiped out tomorrow?

The real shenanigans will happen tomorrow.

Yeah. I have them in various locations so I can use them. It does the best job.

Arent they trying to charge him with crimes for lying about Covid? Im in the US but Globo is on a lot because of my wife and I understand whats going on every once in a while.

The best part of this for me is wsb is kind of back. Some of the gain and loss porn posts have been fun.