Logical

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[–] Logical@lemmy.world 30 points 1 day ago

On the one hand, sucks that a leak like this even happens anymore, no one deserves to be doxxed like that. On the other hand, I struggle to feel bad for the users of the doxxing app getting doxxed in return...

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

If so it's pretty mild. I don't do it all the time and I am able to resist doing it even when I have the urge to.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

I also work in IT, but tbf that sounds a lot more exciting than the projects I work on.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago (2 children)

For me it's that I always want to walk on an even number of tiles, planks, or other pieces of flooring with clear and repeating edges.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 4 points 2 days ago (2 children)

I have a hard time seeing that happening at my workplace, but I see how it can be significant for jobs like medical staff, security, etc.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 6 points 2 days ago (4 children)

This is how it is at my current job in Denmark. Never experienced it before working in Denmark.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 25 points 3 days ago

Not a woman but- No that actually makes a lot of sense :)

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 1 points 6 days ago (1 children)

I'm from neither the US nor Canada, and in my case it certainly isn't a matter of projection. I'm sure things have been getting a lot better for many people in China. However, it is still the case that China has a lot of human rights issues which are simply not as widespread in a lot of Western countries, the US included. And due to nation wide systems, such as hukou, it is very difficult for the population in poorer, rural areas to work legally in more affluent areas where the pay is higher. My understanding is that this has led to large scale "illegal migration" within the country's borders, where workers are paid far less (sometimes not getting paid at all), work under poor conditions, and suffer abuses at the hands of their employers with little to no legal recourse due to their illegal status. China is a very inequitable society, and a lot of the misery that its less rich and powerful citizens have to deal with goes unnoticed by the rest of the world (and indeed the rest of its population), because we see stuff like this and are impressed by China's progress. And no doubt that there's actually been progress in a lot of areas, but the somewhat tired "at what cost?" question is still as pertinent as ever.

None of this is a defense of the US or Canada. Just saying that for the average person, China is probably a worse place to live and to work in.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 8 points 1 week ago (3 children)

Tbf South Korea has plenty of economic, demographic, and social problems as well. Still miles better than North, but saying that only the North doesn't work is not really accurate.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Came here during the API changes. Still salty about it.

I gotta say though, that as much as I wish Lemmy was a viable alternative in every way, Reddit is unfortunately still the place to be for a lot of useful info and discussion. Granted, there's also a lot of crap. But Lemmy is just not big enough to replace Reddit in every way.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 31 points 1 week ago (17 children)

What's up with all the China hype on Lemmy? These projects are impressive, no doubt, but their cost in terms of human rights violations are pretty high. I'm speaking generally, I don't have the specifics with regards to this subway system. Either way it's not really comparable to a project like this in a country like Canada imo.

[–] Logical@lemmy.world 7 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Exactly. In an ideal world this type of thing would be enough, but that's not the world we live in, and charity like this is just not going to cut it. That's not to say that it isn't a kind gesture, though.

 

Looking for a tailor who can repair textiles. I have had the loop which holds the belt on a pair of my jeans come loose due to the thread breaking, as well as one of the buttons on a bag of mine break. Is there anywhere in Taipei I could get these repaired? I guess it shouldn't be too difficult for someone who knows what they're doing to fix this, but I have no clue where to go for something like this and I can't fix it myself. Any info is appreciated! :)

 

I'm going on an exchange to Taiwan this fall, and am going to study at NTU. There are very affordable dorm rooms on campus, which I have applied to, but there is no guarantee of getting a room. Therefore I am looking into alternative solutions if necessary.

Ideally I'd like a solo studio apartment somewhere near NTU (or quickly accessible using public transit), but I am also willing to share an apartment. My budget is realistically maximum 25000 NTD/month, but I may be able to stretch it to 30000/month if necessary.

I am aware of the Facebook groups and have joined a large number of them. I will definitely keep an eye out there.

I tried going on 591.com.tw, but since I don't yet read or speak any Mandarin I wasn't able to figure it out.

Do the members of this community have any general advice about renting or living in Taipei, or specific tips for places to look? I'm interested in any and all information about this! :)

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