Range, I’d guess. From what I’ve read, the base they’re using to resupply is more than 2,000 miles away. I don’t think helicopters fly that far without refueling.

Also the engines aren’t made by Boeing, the engine in question was made by CFM, a joint venture between GE and Safran.

Totally read this as “GE and Satan” the first time and thought “oh, well, that makes sense then.”

If you don’t already, actively search for some time to spend by yourself. Don’t text people. Don’t go on social media (even here). Do a quiet activity (read a book, draw, write, etc.) or meditate for an hour. Feel only your thoughts.

Next time you’re with a group that isn’t all extroverts, maybe try a mini version of just existing. Appreciate silence.

All I can really think of — I honestly think both parts of these meme are reductive and inaccurate af.

Back to the House.

Wow, that is a lot of very specific stuff to know that I would never have guessed. I can’t decide if this means I don’t spend enough time on here or if I need to spend way less.

Seems like he’s being facetious throughout, so probably using France since they tend to actually do things when their government does something dumb/fascist.

Inhofe. He’s dead.

Or! You’re too interesting and they can’t quit you.

This has been hands-down some of the best drama I’ve seen on the Fediverse. I assume there’s some sick part of my brain that just loves it when someone doubles down on a bad decision.

I hadn’t heard of it before, but it looks interesting. What makes it the best for you?

I mean a lot of feet come in pairs.

Well that’ll definitely make them resilient in the face of adversity, at the very least.