The Ridiculous Scene in ‘The Jackal’ That You Can’t Help but Love
The Jackal is one of those movies that exists in the weird twilight zone of 90s action films, where logic is optional, and characters make decisions that would only make sense if they were high on a mix of adrenaline and existential dread.
Case in point: Jack Black’s character, Ian. Poor, hapless Ian, who’s about as competent as a drunk guy trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube. He gets roped into helping Bruce Willis, the stone-cold assassin, test out a high-powered, military-grade cannon.
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Why Do Many Christians Marry Young?
Because the church as a whole encourages young marriage for a few reasons, some spiritual and some practical. I’m speaking from the perspective of someone who was raised in a very traditional Pentecostal church. A lot of what I say can translate to other denominations also but they may not be as strict as what I grew up on.
1. COURTSHIP “POLICY”: The longer you date or court someone is the more likely that you will engage in sexual activity before marriage…a sin known as FORNICATION!! It’s very normal for a couple to literally date for only 6 months and the pastor will give them the green light to get married. That seems unheard of but it’s VERY common in the traditional church! Long courtships are STRONGLY discouraged!
46 People With ‘Useless Degrees’ Reveal What They Do Now
- Bachelor’s degree in animation. I deliver mail now.
- Philosophy degree. I think about life a lot.
- BA in sociology. Got accepted to law school but opted out because I was burned out and hated everything. I went to work at a hotel and randomly fell into accounting. It worked for me and now I have a CPA.
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The Strategic Benefits of Job Hopping
Let’s cut to the chase: job hopping isn’t just for the restless or the uncommitted. It’s a powerful strategy that, when done right, can skyrocket your career and fatten your wallet faster than you ever thought possible.
Now, you might be thinking, “But won’t employers see me as unreliable if I hop around?” Sure, if you’re switching jobs every three months, you might raise some eyebrows. But strategic job hopping? That’s a different ballgame entirely.
The Pitfalls of the Victim Mentality
Life is full of challenges. Some are minor inconveniences, like spilling coffee on your shirt right before a meeting. Others are much more profound—losing a job, a relationship, or facing a serious health issue. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when things go wrong, and it’s even easier to start thinking of yourself as a victim of circumstances beyond your control.
Linkage
USPS Text Scammers Duped His Wife, So He Hacked Their Operation – Wired
11 People Reveal What They Like About Gardening – Ned Hardy
Anatomy of a Subtle Email Scam – Shield and Fortify
If you want to extend the shelf life of your food by preventing spoilage, rancidity, and loss of flavor, you should definitely buy oxygen absorbers – Amazon
Sam Altman just teased ‘Project Strawberry’ on X: Everything we know about the secret AI tool – Mashable
What Is the Secret Ingredient Behind Rembrandt’s Golden Glow? – Smithsonian
52 Unexpected Places to Go in the USA – Afar
Shopping at Trader Joe’s? Stock Up on These 11 RD-Approved Frozen Foods – HUM Nutrition
7 Countries You Didn’t Know Use the US Dollar – Traveler
How to know if AI will steal your job, according to an MIT professor – Fast Co
Colin Farrell Emotionally Opened Up About The “Terrifying” Reality Of Having A Child With Disabilities – BuzzFeed
Pictures and Videos of the Day – Ned Hardy
A chain mail scrubber is excellent for cleaning cast iron pans because it effectively removes stuck-on food and residue without damaging the pan’s seasoning – Amazon
A new generation of elite female runners embraces strength over thinness – NPR
I Went to the 2024 Paris Olympics and This Is What It Cost – Thrillist
How To Afford a House These Days – Mr Money Mustache
12 Of The Most Expensive Photographs Ever Sold – Weird History
10 Signs That the Universe Might Be Alive – Listverse
Avoiding The Tit for Tat Trap in Relationships – Art of Manliness
Why India’s star wrestler was disqualified at the Olympics – Vox
7 Ways to Retain More of Every Book You Read – James Clear
The Dumping Grounds
Why Does Trauma Gets Passed Down Through Generations?
Trauma isn’t something that just evaporates when the traumatic event ends. It’s more like a pebble thrown into a pond – the ripples keep spreading outward, affecting not just the person who experienced it, but everyone around them, including their children and even their grandchildren.
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Lets Take A Stroll Through The Art Museum
Caravaggio – The Incredulity of Saint Thomas (c. 1602)
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