LMGTFY:

I asked chatGPT how stem cells are collected:

From embryos: In the very early stages of development (usually from leftover embryos from fertility treatments), stem cells can be extracted. These are called embryonic stem cells and have the potential to turn into any cell type in the body.

From adult tissues: Adults have stem cells in certain parts of their bodies, like the bone marrow, fat tissue, and blood. These are called adult stem cells and can usually turn into a few specific cell types (not as flexible as embryonic ones).

From umbilical cord blood: After a baby is born, the blood from the umbilical cord and placenta is rich in stem cells. These cells are collected and can be stored for future medical use.

Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs): Scientists can take regular cells from the body, like skin cells, and reprogram them in a lab to behave like stem cells. These lab-created stem cells can act like embryonic stem cells and turn into many different types of cells.

TIL

tl;dr

California’s new law will require digital storefronts to clarify that consumers are buying licenses, not outright ownership of digital goods.

The law forces companies to use distinct language when selling digital media to specify license terms to avoid false advertising fines.

The law goes into effect next yea, but won’t apply to companies that offer “permanent offline downloads” of digital goods.

See also: people struggling to fit IKEA packages in their vehicle.

Bonus: while the cursed, multi-directional-wheeled carts roll out from under them.

Thank you. I came to the comments to find comradery in my scepticism.

If I need to think, I prefer absolute silence (noise cancelling headphones).

If I’m doing something mindless, I’ll put on a podcast or audiobook.

Three Tom Cruises in a trenchcoat

Anecdotally:

There’s an epidemic of post-pandemic burn out and depression. It’s not just the pandemic, it’s the endless layoffs, the world is in a state of political unrest, the list goes on.

It’s hard to decline and invite with that “excuse”, so many people accept.

Attending a happy, social event where they will have to mask their emotions feels like an impossible mountain to climb.

It’s a painful experience to be on the receiving end of this equation and I’m sorry it’s happening to you. I’m hoping this is just a reminder that it’s likely not personal, even though it very much feels that way.

I’m choosing to imagine this tasting like funnel cake that’s melted on a hot day

Thank you

I have even more respect for medical training and doctors. It never occurred to me that they would go through this level of preparation before working in the field. Kudos, damn.

It’s also wild to read that a real human cadaver hadn’t been dissected until the mid 1500s. As much as the world is shit right now, at least I can be comforted in knowing that if I need surgery, it’s based on real knowledge of anatomy.

Damn. 20 minutes.

Bear looks like a good boi. Can you share a few of your favorite photos of him? ❤️

Humans only “mark their territory” in the bathroom… well, I hope so anyway

Wow!! 😍

Good point. It does read like a liability disclaimer.

I’ve noticed that Google doesn’t always get the speed limit correct on more rural roads.

Or it can’t tell if a temporary, lowered speed sign has been posted in a construction zone, for example.

This.

Additionally, there are lazy people in every company/industry. Many of whom earn more than the average person. Oftentimes, life just isn’t fair.

And the bunny paws. I think this is a rabbit, guys!!