[-] Catoblepas 1 points 1 hour ago
[-] Catoblepas 2 points 1 hour ago* (last edited 1 hour ago)

Nailed it. They’re kept in a slushier state than a regular shaved ice type dessert and kept from freezing solid by keeping it in a container that automatically stirs it. I haven’t had one in probably over 20 years, but I remember it being very smooth with the occasional ice pebble in it.

[-] Catoblepas 1 points 1 hour ago

Disappointing that the only funding they gave my local protest was sidewalk chalk and some home printed flyers to tape up.

[-] Catoblepas 1 points 1 hour ago

Thanks, it’s the autism.

[-] Catoblepas 1 points 2 hours ago

I am a simple man, anything more than “mix and dump in the pan and then throw it in the oven” is fussy to me

[-] Catoblepas 1 points 3 hours ago

Honestly probably, lmao. Everyone I see keeping isopods has them

[-] Catoblepas 10 points 8 hours ago

Nonprofit news groups and reputable independent journalists are the answer to that, and they’re already out there.

[-] Catoblepas 16 points 10 hours ago

This is why orgs like ProPublica, Assigned Media, etc are such a gift.

[-] Catoblepas 29 points 10 hours ago

Don’t believe your lying eyes, he might have a bee in his sleeve!!

[-] Catoblepas 35 points 10 hours ago

‘People with functioning vision have reported seeing Musk give a Nazi salute. As the news, we’ve decided to not investigate this any further.’

[-] Catoblepas 58 points 10 hours ago

Gotta be honest, I’m feeling real “then perish” about it when this is literally the function of the fourth estate and these news companies are probably one of the best poised, financially and legally, to actually do something other than bend the knee.

[-] Catoblepas 121 points 11 hours ago* (last edited 10 hours ago)

It takes them until the ~~third~~ edit: miscount, fourth paragraph to even connect it to Nazi Germany. “Straight arm salute” and “Roman salute” and not a single use of the term “Nazi salute”, is this a fucking joke?

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me irl rule 🏳️‍⚧️ (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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submitted 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago) by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

The whole article is worth reading, but to report rent gouging to the CA attorney general:

Fill out this form at the state attorney general’s website. The form isn’t anonymous; it asks for the information of the person reporting. There’s also a hotline you can call: 1 (800) 952-5225.

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submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

I got this email from the NHM:

For Our Community

We are holding all of you in our hearts during this devastating time for Los Angeles. 

Based on the information we have now, we are pleased to offer free general admission at the Natural History Museum and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum through Friday, January 17. We hope our museums can serve as spaces of respite, offering comfort and connection with our natural and cultural worlds, while also providing enjoyable and engaging indoor experiences. 

Please see our NHM and La Brea Tar Pits websites for more information and how to plan a visit. 

In the wake of these devastating fires, we understand that many Los Angeles children are unable to attend school. In addition to the free educational experiences at our museums, we have collaborated with L.A. County Parks & Recreation to bring our Mobile Museums to community parks that are providing emergency youth camps this coming week. We are also welcoming many students from impacted communities to our museums for field trips.

The health and safety of our staff and visitors remains our top priority. We will continue to assess the situation day by day.

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submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

LAPL resource list: https://lapl.org/be-ready

Includes links to pages for official agency updates, fire maps, resources and aid, and volunteer opportunities

I got this email from the LA County Library with FEMA locations:

FEMA AT THE LIBRARY

Sunday, January 12 and Monday, January 13

9 am - 5 pm

FEMA will be at the following libraries on Sunday, January 12 and Monday, January 13 to help residents impacted by the Los Angeles County wildfires.

La Cañada Flintridge Library

 4545 N Oakwood Ave, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

818.790.3330

La Crescenta Library

 2809 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta, CA 91214

818.248.5313

Live Oak Library

 22 W Live Oak Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007

626.446.8803

San Fernando Library

 217 N Maclay Ave, San Fernando, CA 91340

818.365.6928

San Gabriel Library

 500 S Del Mar Ave, San Gabriel, CA 91776

626.287.0761

Temple City Library

 5939 Golden West Ave., Temple City, CA 91780

626.285.2136

West Hollywood Library

625 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

310.652.5340

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submitted 1 week ago by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

The LA LGBT Center is collecting items for people affected by the fires this Sunday, if you’re in the area and are trying to find somewhere that will accept item donations.

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025

Time: 10 AM to 2 PM

Location: Pride Hall, 1118 N McCadden Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90038

We are collecting the following essential items:

  • Nonperishable food items
  • Clothing, including socks, underwear, and bras
  • Shoes
  • Toiletries, including tampons, maxi pads, deodorant, toothbrushes, etc.
  • Baby goods, including diapers and formula
  • Batteries, power banks, or other charging devices
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Pet care products
  • Blankets and other bedding

Please bring new, unwrapped items or gently used shoes and clothing (excluding socks and underwear). Items collected will be donated to distribution efforts in the communities affected by the fires.

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LLAP 🖖 rule (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

Did this scare the absolute shit out of anyone else? 😅

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why does my chest hurt rule (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
submitted 1 week ago by Catoblepas to c/196

There are roughly 13,000 acres on fire within 20 miles of me (and about 10 million other people). Fortunately since I have asthma we already have 2 air purifiers that are running full blast.

Probably the scariest part of how toxic the air is right now is that it looks absolutely clear outside. Without checking the weather I would have never known it was that bad.

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Black-necked stilts (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
submitted 2 weeks ago by Catoblepas to c/birding@lemmy.world

Taken along the LA River. I didn’t get a good picture, but I also saw a male and female hooded merganser pair, along with more wigeons, coots, and grackles than you could shake a stick at.

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submitted 2 weeks ago by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

It should show up on the site with the discount automatically, but if it doesn't the discount code is BIKEYEAR25

If you don't already have a helmet, this one is $20 and rated on par with more expensive helmets by Consumer Reports.

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submitted 2 weeks ago by Catoblepas to c/losangeles@lemmy.world

You can also ride for free with Metro Micro or on Metro bikes by entering a code: Ring25

Free rides end at 3 am on Jan 1st, so take advantage of it!

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Seems about rule (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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