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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 5h

I learned it from the 10th anniversary Calvin & Hobbes book, which had sections and footnotes from Bill Watterson about all his characters and processes, with diagrams of the different layouts the Sunday papers used, and the battle to get editors to accept his more free-form half-page Sunday comics.

A half-pace Calvin & Hobbes Sunday strip with no panel restrictions.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 8h

I know most folk are focusing on the porn aspect, and the dangers associated with that, but I think it’s also worth taking a few seconds to question Sam’s self-back-patting on managing to “mitigate the serious mental health issues” associated with ChatGPT. Not sure we’re in Victory Lap mode, buddy.

Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 19h

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says that ChatGPT will soon allow for erotica for verified adults.

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Brendel @brendelbored.bsky.social · 12h

Pay people you like on the internet folks, it’s going to be rough out there

Culture Crave 🍿 @culturecrave.co · 12h

Over half of all articles on the Internet are now written by AI

(via Axios)

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 14h

‘It was my short kick-out that set up the goal!’ squeals the weird kid who only got handed the gloves in the first place because he was the only viable option left. Didn’t exactly help the ceasefire by flogging weapons, did we?

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Recognising Palestinian state helped get ceasefire, says Starmer

The PM says the Gaza deal belongs to Trump - but insists the UK played a key role behind the scenes.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Men in Blazers Media Network @meninblazers.bsky.social · 1d

CAPE VERDE, POPULATION 560,000, QUALIFY FOR A FIRST-EVER WORLD CUP 🇨🇻

The second-smallest nation ever to achieve that feat. Every US state has a bigger population, yet the Blue Sharks are on their way to football's big dance. Astonishing and inspiring 🦈

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 22h

Boy, folk are just too quick to criticise. Can’t we acknowledge and celebrate the 2% of houses where it was successful?

“According to the NAO, 98% of homes that had external wall insulation installed…have problems that will lead to damp and mould if left unaddressed.”

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Tens of thousands of homes insulated under government schemes need repairs

Insulation programmes costing billions of pounds have led to widespread problems with damp and mould.

www.bbc.co.uk

Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 1d

Why does Beefy Drink sound so much worse?

Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 1d

I’m not convinced that the gap between the terms ‘hostages’ and ‘detainees held without charge’ is as wide as the media seems keen to paint it.

Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

“Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has said he ended his playing career in order to save his marriage but the decision was the "biggest mistake" of his life.”

Don’t think it’s cracking the top ten myself: www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...

Stuart Hogg on retirement mistake and Montpellier reset

Ex-Scotland captain Stuart Hogg says he retired to save his marriage but the decision was the

www.bbc.co.uk

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

I see everyone has decided that the fight at the end of the Lions-Chiefs game has confirmed everything they always thought about whichever player(s) involved they dislike most. Clear as day. Watch the video.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

“Enjoying the life of a tight end tonight, is Kelce.”

You proud of yourself, Mike?

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Razzball @razzball.bsky.social · 2d

Guy behind home plate has his big moment and decides to go with the Butt plug shirt

Remember the big cow? 🇵🇸 @thebigcow.bsky.social · 2d

Like this guy???

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

‘Family members turn up to watch ball game. More updates as we get them. Stay tuned.’

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onion person @junlper.beer · 2d

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Fair enough if Neil McCann feels there was no need for booing after that Scotland game, but there was no need for applause either. Stony silence would have been perfect.

Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Think you can definitely extend that back to the first Belarus game too. And arguably the Denmark game - solid result, but the Danes were very ordinary in that match. The lack of any dynamism at all is baffling. Keep hearing ‘We know we need to improve’, and then they don’t. (And yet, table-toppers)

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

I genuinely hate being this negative about a team that keeps getting results. It feels perverse. But we’re in danger of rubbing our way right through the green at this point.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

“Sometimes, true perfection has to be imperfect” - Liam, I’m already in a bad mood. Cut it out.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Belarus have deserved a goal. Going to be some established players who struggle to get back into this team, because the youngsters have given a really good account of themselves tonight. Wish I could say the same for Scotland.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Not sure who I’d give it to in all honesty, but love the classic ‘hospitality suite pick’ for Man Of The Match. ‘Che Adams scored. That’ll do.’

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Feeling weirdly wound-up because we’ve looked rank against poor opposition and yet won by two goals.

I’m guessing this must be how Celtic fans feel every week.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

“I’m surprised [Steve Clarke] hasn’t looked to the bench for more attacking options.”

Are you? Are you really?

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

Either that, or they’re convinced we Brits actually do love seeing punts and kicks as much as it’s claimed we do.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

“If we get to the World Cup, the performances won’t matter” - I don’t know. I think the performances matter a bit. I’d rather not qualify and then play so badly in every game that it sullies a whole tournament for me again, if we can help it.

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Alan @alanhazlie.bsky.social · 2d

What a let-off that is. Would have been pretty miffed if that had ruled out a Scotland goal.

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