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Knights of the Old Republic II
A long time ago, on a writing platform far, far away, I wrote a review for Knights of the Old Republic. It was part of my Star Wars content for May 2024. My final verdict on that one was that it was great fun. It wasn't perfect, but I had a great time playing it. Now, it's time to look at the sequel - yes, there's a sequel.
By Greg Seebregtsabout 5 hours ago in Gamers
Former DOJ Officials Break Silence on Kiernan Major Case
Through a swarm of vehicle and body doubles, elaborate disguises, sophisticated misdirection, and all-around flawless tradecraft, two senior U.S. Justice Department officials out of the Washington D.C. office met with our investigative team in a Los Angeles area home to blow the whistle on what they called "one of the most dishonest and disgraceful" cases they had ever reviewed. Our four-hour interview still feels as though it was much stranger than fiction—surrounded ostensibly by hundreds of security personnel who blocked all traffic to and from the property and implemented a stunning variety of physical and technical expertise to draw attention of potential emergency personnel and bystanders elsewhere, our team was in total awe of the immense and rather imposing capabilities of this security team. We often were unable to even focus on the interviews as we struggled to grasp whether this was reality or possibly figment of our imagination. In spite of our childish fascination, our team was able to gather a fresh and highly credible perspective that raises grave concerns about the 2022 federal indictment of Kiernan Major and many of those allegedly involved in it.
By Charlie A. Millerabout 5 hours ago in Criminal
Why V for Vendetta is Scarily Relevant Today . Content Warning.
Plot Summary In a dystopian Britain ruled by a dictatorial government, fear and oppression dominate everyday life. A masked vigilante known as V wages a campaign against the corrupt regime, targeting its leaders and symbols of totalitarianism. He rescues a young woman named Evey Hammond, exposing her to the brutal realities of tyranny and the importance of freedom. Inspired, Evey joins V's struggle, confronting her own fears and morality. Together, they defy the regime, igniting a resistance movement. Through V's rebellion, Evey learns courage and the transformative power of resistance.
By TheScreenAnalystabout 5 hours ago in Geeks
Whirlwind
Sudden whirlwind breeze Tangy sweat evaporates Computer port fan
By Barb Dukemanabout 5 hours ago in Poets
Iranian Drone Attacks Hit Ships in the World’s Most Important Oil Route
The already volatile conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel escalated again this week after suspected Iranian drones struck multiple ships in and around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most strategically important waterways on Earth. The attacks have intensified fears that the war could spiral into a wider regional or global crisis.
By Navigating the Worldabout 5 hours ago in Journal
mastery
I want it so goddamn bad; I want mastery more than right now. I want to crack open my mind and yank the very vision out to expose it. I want to be able to create something to my taste and feel the raw satisfaction of creation; it doesn't feel like it is a want. I need it to happen; I don't care how. I feel so tense, as if every muscle wants to spring into action, almost like a twitch.
By samuel felizabout 5 hours ago in Poets
Why I Stopped Reading Self-Help Books — And What I Read Instead
For years, I believed self-help books were the shortcut to a better life. Whenever I felt stuck, unmotivated, or confused about the future, I would buy another self-help book. The titles were always promising: Change Your Life in 30 Days, The Secret to Unlimited Success, The Mindset of Winners. Each one seemed to hold the key to a more productive, happier version of myself. And for a while, it felt like they worked. After finishing a book, I would feel motivated and inspired. My mind would be full of new ideas, powerful quotes, and bold plans for the future. But something strange kept happening. A few weeks later, nothing had really changed. The motivation faded. The routines disappeared. And the cycle started again: I would buy another self-help book, hoping this one would finally be the answer. Eventually, I realized something uncomfortable. The problem wasn’t my discipline. The problem was the self-help loop.
By Shahid Zamanabout 5 hours ago in Psyche
The Silent Weight of Being Strong: Why the People Who Carry Everything Often Break Alone. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Introduction: The Myth of the Strong Person In every family, every workplace, every circle of friends, there is usually one person who quietly carries more than everyone else.
By Chilam Wongabout 5 hours ago in Motivation
