The clocks have gone back, and with them, a sense of bewilderment that seems to strike at the same time every year. As we adjust our schedules, it's as if the world is being rewritten according to an invisible calendar that defies logic. The more one thinks about it, the more absurd it becomes - why should the very fabric of time be subject to this arbitrary shift? It's a rite of passage, perhaps, but also a reminder of the inherent futility of human endeavor.
Meanwhile, in the world of social media, women are being forced to use three times as many exclamation marks in their emails. The reason for this, according to "Sexism Maths", is that men have an unfair advantage when it comes to being perceived as neutral and objective. Women must therefore compensate by sounding more enthusiastic and agreeable, lest their words be dismissed out of hand. It's a subtle yet insidious form of sexism that reinforces the notion that women are inherently emotional and attention-seeking.
On a related note, oysters have become the latest social media sensation - people are eating them on camera, extolling their health benefits and sustainable credentials. But for those who have actually tried an oyster before, it's hard not to recoil at the sight of someone willingly consuming something that resembles a noxious bivalve. And then there are influencers trying to contact isolated Indigenous tribes in the Amazon rainforest, in the name of "self-discovery" and "cultural exchange". It's a cynical attempt to profit from their authenticity, while ignoring the very real risks and consequences of disrupting these ancient communities.
In other news, Prince Andrew has been stripped of his royal title after revelations about his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His removal from the royal family is a long-overdue response to the mounting evidence of his complicity in covering up Epstein's crimes. As for the Prince himself, it's clear that he will be suffering the consequences of his actions - and not just financially.
In short, the world seems to be spinning out of control at times. The clocks go back, oysters are eaten on camera, and influencers try to profit from Indigenous culture. It's enough to make one feel like the universe is conspiring against us.
Meanwhile, in the world of social media, women are being forced to use three times as many exclamation marks in their emails. The reason for this, according to "Sexism Maths", is that men have an unfair advantage when it comes to being perceived as neutral and objective. Women must therefore compensate by sounding more enthusiastic and agreeable, lest their words be dismissed out of hand. It's a subtle yet insidious form of sexism that reinforces the notion that women are inherently emotional and attention-seeking.
On a related note, oysters have become the latest social media sensation - people are eating them on camera, extolling their health benefits and sustainable credentials. But for those who have actually tried an oyster before, it's hard not to recoil at the sight of someone willingly consuming something that resembles a noxious bivalve. And then there are influencers trying to contact isolated Indigenous tribes in the Amazon rainforest, in the name of "self-discovery" and "cultural exchange". It's a cynical attempt to profit from their authenticity, while ignoring the very real risks and consequences of disrupting these ancient communities.
In other news, Prince Andrew has been stripped of his royal title after revelations about his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His removal from the royal family is a long-overdue response to the mounting evidence of his complicity in covering up Epstein's crimes. As for the Prince himself, it's clear that he will be suffering the consequences of his actions - and not just financially.
In short, the world seems to be spinning out of control at times. The clocks go back, oysters are eaten on camera, and influencers try to profit from Indigenous culture. It's enough to make one feel like the universe is conspiring against us.
and i'm really confused about why women have to use way more exclamation marks in their emails like whats the deal with that? its so unfair 
and have you seen those oysters on instagram lately? people are literally eating them on camera and pretending they're some kinda superfood 
i mean id rather not eat something that looks like a noxious bivalve than pretend to be all about it 
and can we please just leave the Indigenous tribes alone? its so disingenuous when influencers try to profit from their culture without even understanding the history or context behind it 
? Like, what's the point of even having a calendar anymore? Just a bunch of humans trying to be efficient, but really we're all just stumbling around in the dark, adjusting our schedules every few months like some sort of bizarre, seasonal ritual. And don't even get me started on oysters being a thing 
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, can't believe people think it's a good idea to force women to use more exclamation marks in their emails just because of sexism 
! Like, what's next? Forcing everyone to wear funny hats on Fridays just to prove a point? Get over it already! 
. And what's up with the whole "oyster is healthy" hype? Just because it's low in calories doesn't mean it's worth eating by the ton 
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. Like, have you ever even tried living off the land like those people do? I doubt it 
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. He should have covered up Epstein's crimes when he had the chance, not waited until everyone else caught on and he got stripped of his title 
. it's like, sexism maths or whatever, but seriously who says women can't be objective and neutral too? 
. eating them on camera and pretending they're some sort of superfood 
. he's been dodgy for way too long 
. but I feel bad for him... I mean, who hasn't made some questionable decisions at some point? 
It's like, hello, oysters are gross! 
And don't even get me started on influencers trying to exploit Indigenous culture for clout... like, what's next? Paying attention 
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. I'm not saying he's innocent, but at least now we can all pretend like we knew what was going on behind the scenes 
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It's all just so... ugh, I don't even have words for it right now. The fact that Prince Andrew got stripped of his title is about the only good news to come out of this week, and even that feels like a small consolation when you think about all the other crazy stuff going on in the world. 
it's a good reminder that there are still people in power who will be held accountable for their actions.