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It is important to note that the kinetic energy of a projectile, such as you have imaged here, is proportional to the SQUARE of the velocity of the projectile. This is key. The bullet that grazed Trump's ear was travelling at about 3000 fps. This is far faster than one of those .22 LR cartridges that you also imaged. And then, since the energy is rises with the SQUARE of the the velocity, this is why the AR15 is so dangerous and lethal. This is why I would have chosen the 460 Weatherby Magnum, if I were hunting an elephant. https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/cups/ssaa/files/iqz0jttps0xnohgs.pdf When I was young, I had several books with ballistics tables. These days, you can find much more info just by clicking on your keyboard, if connected to the net. Very convenient, the internet.
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I have always believed Hitachi makes great products, like motors, etc. So, if you suggest a new pump, then would you (personally) choose Hitachi or Mitsubishi. As for me, I would definitely choose Hitachi. However, I might not be as informed as others who make these choices all the time, if they are selling and servicing this equipment.
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Hi Folks, Some of you may be old enough to recall Jane visiting North Vietnam. Kamala strikes me as someone cut from the same cloth as Fonda, only better. There are those who are not able to see the goodness in Jane, or in Kamala, but I am not one who is so blind. So, the Question Is: If, this November, there were only two candidates running, and if Jane was running to be the next Republican president, which I must say, she would have to be, considering the politics of Kamala, then which honey would garner your vote? I do not mind telling you that I am a Fonda Fan, and she would get my vote, just as she always has had my unwavering support. What about you? Which girl is for you? Or, would you prefer both, at once... One for Prez, and one for V-Prez, and why. What is it about these pair that causes such utter fascination among the voting public? Just in case you forget which is which, here are two images I found. And, once again, Kamala is no match for Jane, as we can plainly see. You Jane, Me, Kamala.... Best regards, Gamma
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As one ages, and if one continues to smoke tobacco products, the inhalation of CO can cause even more noticeable loss of energy by displacing oxygen in the bloodstream, than for younger smokers...IMHO. CO binds very strongly, and more strongly, to hemoglobin than O2 Therefore, even if one is not worried by adverse long-term health effects of smoking, just the increased oxygen level in the bloodstream, when not inhaling carbon-monoxide, provides great benefits. https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Mitochondrial-effects-of-CO-poisoning-Under-normal-conditions-hemoglobin-Hb-binds_fig3_349119811 This is why it is NEVER too late to stop smoking. There are amazing benefits...just 3 days after puffing on the last coffin nail. NOTE: As everybody knows.... The Mitochondria is the Power-House of the cell..... (haha....yet true)
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Indians pooping on the beach in Canada.
GammaGlobulin replied to Kinok Farang's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
OK. Fine. And, I am merely pointing out that such behavior is considered acceptable in some cultures. -
Indians pooping on the beach in Canada.
GammaGlobulin replied to Kinok Farang's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
You stated: "But it isn't considered normal by our standards." I was just embellishing upon it, and clarifying it, a bit. We do not know what your standards might be. And, this is really all about culture. I have no idea concerning the culture in which you were immersed as a youth. And so, I have no idea what culturally-instilled standards you might be referring to. -
Indians pooping on the beach in Canada.
GammaGlobulin replied to Kinok Farang's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Correction: It is not considered normal in some cultures. In India, taking a carp, anywhere, is part of the present-day, and historical, culture in that land. I am not saying that this is wrong. It's only a matter of preference, which culture you prefer. -
You are correct. Biden, or some proxy, has only made a tweet. This is not the way we do it in American government. If Biden truly wishes to resign from the 2024 Prez campaign, then he should say so. And, he should say so himself, in front of the camera, in a public address to the nation, Just as all presidents have done in the past. Until we see Biden voice the words, before camera, then it is entirely possible for Biden to be back in the race, Monday, NYC time. I am fully expecting it, in fact.
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I, for one, do not care about a Biden Endorsement for Harris. In my view, this is just Sour Grapes. You see, Biden realizes, full well, that the Salad Woman is a disaster. Therefore, before withdrawing from the election, he Formally Endorsed the Salad Woman as his final act of Retribution. "If I can't run for Prez in 2024, then Nobody will!" he said. Yes, the Salad Woman is the Nobody who will run in 2024. Trump will be Re-Elected.... And, Everybody will live happily, ever after. So, it's Nobody against Everybody, it seems. And, Everybody despises Nobody, too.
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Indians pooping on the beach in Canada.
GammaGlobulin replied to Kinok Farang's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Culture is so important in matters like this: When I grew up, we spent our summers at our summer house in New England. The beaches then were pristine. Even today, the beaches in and around Old Black Point are still pristine. I would say that it's a cultural thing, this new idea of prioritizing cleanliness when bathing. I am not one to say that all cultures are somehow EQUAL. That would be PC Idiocy. Some cultures are better for others, such as the Indians. And, other cultures are better for me and the Chinese. This is why I prefer the cultures found in places like New England and China, Japan, and other parts of East Asia. Also, I like the culture here in Chiang Mai. I guess I will never go to India. They don't need no Farang like me in India, ....maybe These days, I feel just so very glad that I left the USA before rampant emigration to the USA destroyed the country I loved. So now? America has already been transformed beyond my recognition, and beyond redemption. Therefore, let the immigrants have it. I love living in Chiang Mai. I will be fine in East Asia and in SE Asia for the rest of my life. Some day, All This will End.... I doubt he was referring to the so-called culture war, when he said, Someday this war's gonna end..... Foam is Fun! They are laughing and smiling... What a culture. -
When the Chinese Take Over........
GammaGlobulin replied to NickyLouie's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
First began learning spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin of course) in 1972. Others, at the time, were choosing German for their uni language requirement. Intensive Chinese course: 9 hours per week, on top of one's other course load. It was fun. We learned over 2500 Chinese characters, ideographs, the first two semesters. This felt a bit challenging, at the time. I have also had fun with Chinese Studies at a uni in China, in more recent times. I enjoy the language. I enjoy interacting with Chinese people, too. So, I do not fear the Chinese.