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Why Are Graphing Calculators Still So Expensive?
In an era where technology advances at a rapid pace, Texas Instruments’ graphing calculators like the TI-83 and TI-84 seem to be stuck in the past. Launched in 1996 and 2004 respectively, these calculators have remained largely unchanged, featuring a 6 MHz processor, non-rechargeable batteries, and a screen reminiscent of an old Game Boy. Surprisingly, their price has also remained stable, costing around $100, unlike other outdated gadgets that typically decrease in price.
Picture of the Day
4 people from the same town who fought in different wars.
The eyes of four men, captured in a single photograph, tell a story of approximately 80 years of warfare. The horrors they witnessed and the experiences they shared are reflected in their eyes, growing more profound as they aged. Each of these men went to war, yet their experiences spanned completely different types of warfare.
Linkage
She Played Jocelyn in A Knight’s Tale. See Shannyn Sossamon Now at 44 – Wanderer
Whatever Happened To Nikki Cox? – Ned Hardy
How to prevent your pillows from forever becoming a yellowy discolored mess – Amazon
How to Protect Yourself From These 8 Social Engineering Attacks – Make Use Of
Every Term a First-Time Homebuyer Should Know – Life Hacker
The Bloody Hell of Okinawa – Smithsonian
7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Hitler’s Wife, Eva Braun – Linkiest
Everything You Need to Know for Planning Wills and Trusts – Shondaland
7 Ways to Bring a Dead Friendship Back to Life – TIME
What the U.S. could learn from Japan about making healthy living easier – NPR
How To Work With Someone You Can’t Stand – Fast Co
“What? That’s Allowed? Marvel Never Told Me I Could Do That!” – Scarlett Johansson’s Surprising Confession About Her Black Widow Costume – Wanderer
Elon Musk bragged about lifting ’45 lb weights’ on Friday. Now he says he has to get an MRI on his neck and back and may need surgery before his cage match with Zuck – Insider
Leaked video shows the Tesla Cybertruck’s small frunk – Autoblog
The Most Underrated Sci-Fi Movies of the 1960s – Den of Geek
Couples Are Happier When They Share Finances For One Simple Reason – Fatherly
Do This Mid-Year Financial Checkup Right Now – Life Hacker
The Dumping Grounds
Questionable Financial Decision of the Day
$175k annual salary pretax w/last years bonuses. Currently renting with my boyfriend and pay only about $1k in rent on my end, and utilities are covered free. My other expenses generally go towards lifestyle (social outings, clothing, luxury things) though I can easily cut down on those.
Been driving my parents 2011 RAV4, which has been an absolutely amazing experience. It’s been maintained properly and has zero issues, but lacks any sort of sporty flair. I’ve almost given up on life except for my career and education the past 5 years and I thought it was due for a refreshment. I’ve never made my own car purchase, nor do I know the inner workings of them – simply looking for a fun ride. I don’t do much driving as I live downtown and my work/school is very accessible through transit or Uber.
Yesterday I drove home one of my dream cars: a second hand 2017 Porsche 911 turbo with some aftermarket modifications. I financed it through a dealership for $105k 68 months at 6.6% with 25k down.
Man Who Tried To Set Father and Son on Fire Get KTFO
A horrific case occurred in Changhua City this morning. When a man surnamed Xie was riding a motorbike and carrying his son to school, an old man suddenly approached from behind and sprayed petrol at them with a spray gun in his right hand.
Confession of the Day
My dying wife asked me if I’d be okay if she had sex with her ex one last time
My wife has a terminal disease. She is projected to live at most 9 months. I am of course destroyed. We’ve been together for a decade. I don’t remember life without her and I don’t know what I’m going to do when she’s gone. I have been doing my best to make the last days of her life good and grant whatever wish I can.
The doctors said that she was likely to need a wheelchair in 4 or 5 months, then by month 8 she’ll be bedridden for the last few weeks. That’s if she doesn’t decline faster.
What Makes Certain Wine Unbelievably Expensive?
The price gap is supply and demand, for certain prestigious brands.
So first of all, wine comes from grapes; and grape quality is dependent on many factors. Weather of course, but also soil, water, light, heat, and grower skill/decisions. AND of course, the actual grape vine.
Picture of the Day
Supervised injection site are provided in legally sanctioned facilities that allow people to consume pre-obtained drugs under the supervision of trained staff and are designed to reduce the health and public order issues often associated with public drug consumption
Facility staff members do not directly assist in consumption or handle any drugs brought in by clients, but are present to provide sterile injection supplies, answer questions on safe injection practices, administer first aid if needed, and monitor for overdose.