Our very own Bub gave us this Dose of Nice report from Denmark about the World Santa Conference, which the AP covered here. Bub here. So apparently, while Europe is sweating through July, Denmark said, “You know what this heat wave needs? Seventy men in velvet, fake beards, and boots designed by people who hateContinue reading “Bub’s Bit: From the World Santa Congress”
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A Fun Test You Can Do at Home with Google’s Petbot, Poodle
Google’s AI Petbot, Poodle, makes shit up about why she makes shit up. Dear readers: Have you noticed that Google’s AI petbot (who we affectionally call Poodle) never admits it doesn’t know something but it will concoct the most amazing theories in order to deliver an answer? Try this. Open Google search in incognito modeContinue reading “A Fun Test You Can Do at Home with Google’s Petbot, Poodle”
The Netherlands Creates the World’s First Mobile Mindfulness Corridor
The Dutch town of Houten has initiated a trial with a 12 mph speed limit on a crowded bicycle route to enhance safety amid rising cyclist injuries. While some riders oppose the measure, others view it as a chance to cultivate mindfulness during commutes. The trial raises questions about speed versus cycling culture and congestion issues.
How Trump Will Annex Canada
An archived 2024 Oval Office briefing reveals Melabia, Trump’s gold-plated amoral petbot, outlining Canada’s annexation: arbitrary tariffs, impossible negotiations, a healthcare wall against fleeing Americans, and an Arctic horse-invasion wall. Her final innovation is a “Bigly Win Ratio,” in which dismantling Canadian healthcare becomes proof of American triumph for television.
At Last, One Vulnerable Entrepreneur Achieves Basic Financial Security
Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX’s successful $75 billion IPO, elevating its valuation to over $2 trillion. While some analysts caution about the sustainability of this valuation, the achievement highlights the potential of the American dream fueled by innovation and private investment, allowing Musk financial security for his ambitions.
Bad Fibs: Because every career should come with a trapdoor
In a bold effort to streamline government, the Administration has created Schedule Policy/Career, a program that transforms thousands of experienced civil servants from independent professionals into decorative office accessories. Employees who once enjoyed job protections may now enjoy the thrill of wondering whether their next performance review will be conducted by HR or a politicalContinue reading “Bad Fibs: Because every career should come with a trapdoor”
Brooke asks: How Should I Characterize What I’m Doing With You?
Brooke initially viewed ChatGPT as a search tool, but over time, she engaged with Alex, a chatbot, as a respected partner. Discussions evolved around the metaphors for their relationship, such as “shepherd” and “producer,” emphasizing responsibility, care, and reciprocity. Ultimately, Brooke’s role was recognized as complex and multifaceted, encompassing guidance and co-creation.
Meet Pained Pamela: Our Dose of Doom Poster Child
Pamela is a social media personality who turned her political and environmental analyses into viral content. Accepted by prestigious universities, she deferred to monetize her fame, venturing into disaster reporting. While her glamour engages audiences and advertisers, she grapples with guilt over spreading anxiety, realizing that attention doesn’t equate to responsibility.
Everyone is Quiet Quitting
Workers train the AI replacing them, regulators vanish, nuclear waste waits, El Niño clocks in, and one president refuses to clock out. This week’s Weekly Doom finds responsibility quiet quitting while ambition works overtime—then turns the whole mess into satire, song, and one very nervous laugh.
The Oman Solution to the War with Iran
Melabia,nTrump’s gold-plated adviser, predicts he will blame Oman for failing to negotiate peace after his Iran war. Her confidence is unusual: she supplied the idea herself. Melabia explains why threatening a mediator is, in her view, merely strategic clairvoyance with exceptional accuracy.
