It is simply not fulfilling to enjoy media in the height of its popularity. You need to show up so late to the party that everybody else is gone and the hosts are asleep so you can rummage through their trash for chip dip and stale hors d’oeurves to eat alone in the dark like a dirty little raccoon secret
Lions have four toes in front- the fifth is offset. At this angle, you’d only see four, not five. The innermost toe is way too high and way too visible for this to be a real lion.
It’s pretty far back, you wouldn’t see that tuft of hair from that angle.
Also it appears one of his middle toes has two claws, he’s missing the offset toe on his other foot, and the cub’s foot isn’t sinking into the mane at some parts. It’s really convincing- but it’s not real.
I sent this to @kaijutegu last night because she’s my expert AI identifier, and I think it’s so interesting to see the differences in what we both noticed about this video. And yeah, this one is tricky! I was only half-sure it was fake.
She immediately noticed the feet and the cub’s eye shape changing. Super specific anatomical differences.
My thoughts were more along the lines of: that adult male lion looks too perfect for a wild lion, also where did he get his mane blown out. I noticed more of the behavior, too, that he’s being way too chill about a cub on his head and not reacting to it shifting around at all (even the most tolerant dads are going to grimace a little). And the cub looks too coordinated to me for a baby that little.
It’s neat to me how many ways there can be to catch AI fakes, even when they’re this good. You don’t have to be an expert in a specific animal’s behavior – heck, the anatomy aspect is probably more concrete and less subjective than a behavioral interpretation.
Here’s two screen-grabs of a very, very tolerant dad (and his facial expressions) with cubs about the same age as the fake one. This is Chisulo from Fresno with his current cubs.
“im tired of living through major historical events” is now “dear lord please let me witness a high profile political assassination in the next 1-2 years. amen”
i once wrote an entire academic paper with the central thesis of ‘everyone is kind of a dick to Data and it honestly kinda reflect how people treat neurodiverse people, which is also why we neurodiverse people relate to him so hard’
the original post was missing a line, so here’s the full poem!!
Trump’s Purge of the FTC: The Dismantling of Consumer Protections and the Rule of Law
What’s at Stake?
In a shocking and blatantly illegal move, Donald Trump has fired Democratic-appointed officials from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), violating longstanding norms and potentially breaching federal law. By unlawfully purging the agency of opposition, Trump is not only undermining consumer rights but also attacking the very foundation of democratic governance. This unprecedented action sets a dangerous precedent for the executive branch to override legal safeguards and seize unchecked power.
Why This Should Terrify You
The FTC is a regulatory body designed to operate independently, ensuring that corporate power does not override consumer protection. By illegally dismissing commissioners who were lawfully appointed, Trump is gutting the agency’s ability to function fairly. Here’s why this is a direct threat to democracy:
It’s a Violation of the Law – FTC commissioners serve fixed terms and cannot be removed without cause. Trump’s move is a blatant disregard for legal norms and an unconstitutional power grab.
Big Business Gets Free Reign – Without an independent FTC, corporations can exploit consumers without fear of regulation.
Silencing Opposition – Removing officials based on political affiliation erodes democratic checks and balances, turning regulatory agencies into authoritarian tools.
Monopolies Will Thrive – Tech giants and corporate behemoths will have fewer checks on their power, leading to price hikes, reduced competition, and worse conditions for workers and consumers alike.
Why This Matters to You
This isn’t just about Washington politics; it’s about your everyday life. If Trump gets away with this illegal power grab, it sets a precedent for him—or any future president—to ignore the law whenever it suits them. If the FTC becomes a rubber-stamp agency for corporate greed, you will feel the impact:
Higher Prices – Without regulation, companies can increase costs on everything from groceries to healthcare.
Fewer Consumer Protections – Companies engaging in fraud or deceptive practices will face little accountability.
More Surveillance and Data Exploitation – Tech companies will have fewer restrictions on how they use and sell your personal data.
This is particularly dangerous for young people and low-income communities, who rely on regulatory protections to ensure fair economic opportunities and prevent corporate abuse.
The Bigger Picture
Trump’s move isn’t just about the FTC—it’s part of a broader effort to dismantle democratic institutions and consolidate power. This echoes tactics used in authoritarian regimes, where leaders remove independent oversight and install loyalists to control every aspect of governance. If left unchecked, this could extend to other agencies, eroding the very fabric of American democracy.
By blatantly disregarding the law to fire FTC officials, Trump is signaling that he believes he is above legal constraints. If he can ignore these rules without consequences, what stops him from undermining election results, bypassing Congress, or silencing dissenting voices in the judiciary?
What Can You Do?
Stay Informed – Follow news on regulatory agencies and corporate influence.
Support Consumer Advocacy Groups – Organizations fighting for fair trade and consumer rights need public support.
Vote for Leaders Who Defend the Rule of Law – Elections determine who has the power to hold corporations—and presidents—accountable.
Raise Awareness – The more people know about this illegal power grab, the harder it will be for Trump to get away with it.
Demand Accountability – Pressure lawmakers to challenge Trump’s unlawful actions and take legal action if necessary.
Trump’s purge of the FTC is not just a direct assault on consumer protections—it is a brazen attack on democracy itself. If we don’t act now, the consequences will be felt for generations to come.
“In the face of current threats to our liberties, this project is a reminder of the principles and guts of generations of Bostonians, and it is expressed on the same sites where our history has played out over the centuries.”
Putting the term “male gaze” on top of the fridge until everyone remembers that it refers to a cinematographic trend and not the act of looking at things while being a man
reaching up to get it off of the fridge and the big tshirt im wearing as pyjamas rides up and the reader sees my panties
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