Gigan

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[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 0 points 3 months ago

Based Colorado setting an example for the rest of the US.

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

That's awesome. I've heard of some cities doing that, nice to see an example.

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 5 points 3 months ago (3 children)

I had a shower thought the other day; what would the world be like if advertising didn't exist?

No billboards or giant signs everywhere blocking our views. Content would be better because it wouldn't be interrupted by commercials. But think of how much money is spent on advertising? Companies would have to invest that into other areas to be successful instead, such as cheaper and/or better quality products, or higher wages for their workers. Companies would have to work really hard to get a good reputation so their products could spread through word of mouth instead of using advertising to invade everyone's space.

I'm sure there's some downsides, but it sounds kind of amazing.

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 78 points 3 months ago (49 children)

Wait really? What's the catch?

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 81 points 3 months ago (4 children)

Housing shouldn't be seen as an investment.

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 30 points 3 months ago (2 children)

Yeah, that was a dumb move but it shows how unreasonable driving alternatives are. People have to drive in the US

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 25 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Aren't most bees female though?

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 5 points 3 months ago (2 children)

I saw one yesterday about a record heatwave in Pakistan. What causes such extreme heat in that region?

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 45 points 3 months ago (14 children)

Hope this isnt the nail in the coffin of Mad Max.

Maybe it's a sign that a Mad Max movie should have Mad Max in it.

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 10 points 3 months ago (9 children)

I've never prepared tilapia, but it's an interesting choice to leave the head on

[–] Gigan@lemmy.world 40 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Poorly thought out government policy caused cars to get bigger, not over consumption. Over consumption is a problem with tech too.

 

Are there any good apps to use as a replacement for google maps? It's the only google service I'm still using.

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