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Here’s What We Do NowA Personal Note

Being right never felt so horrid. Before the election, I wrote, “How Trump Won.” And on Election night I waited for the returns to make a fool of me. Instead, the returns made the fool a President. And so, my vacation’s cancelled. My life’s cancelled; that is, a life of anything but sleuthing and exposing the details of the heist of our democracy.... READ MORE




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Nintendo Switch OLED Model with White Joy-Con $264.99 AC free shipping

Nintendo - Switch OLED Model with White Joy-Con - White $289.99

https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=44939

 

Coupon 25BTS (-$25.00)

 

Free standard US Shipping






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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Current/Existing Subscribers: 50-Day Membership $7.75

Frosty Entertainment via Eneba has 50-Day of Game Pass Ultimate via Xbox Live Gold Conversion for ~$7.75 when you follow the instructions below.

Note, this offer is for Current/Existing Game Pass Ultimate Members only. Expired/New users can redeem up to 3-Years worth of Xbox Live Gold codes and convert their Xbox Live Gold membership to 2-Years of Game Pass Ultimate by joining Ultimate Membership. (3:2 Ratio)
 
Deal Instructions:

  • Click here to visit the product page
  • Click Buy Now and go to cart
  • Click on "Got discount code?" and apply code GoldUS
  • Proceed to checkout
  • Select payment method PayPal/Credit Card (service fees will be applied here)
  • End-price should be ~$7.75
    • Note, price is subject to change by a few cents due to currency exchange rate volatility.
  • Redeem code on Microsoft Store or on your Xbox Console/App
  • Your Game Pass Ultimate membership will be extended for 50 days per each code.

About Game Pass Ultimate

  • Includes Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass with over 100 high-quality games to play with friends on console, PC, phones, and tablets, plus an EA Play membership, all in one membership. (see the current list here)





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Alienwarearena Earn 500DRP or 10ARP every day

Update: Alienwarearena Celebrating Intel® Gamer Days event is over. 

 

Alienware Arena

 

New Topic:

Earn up to 1000 Dell Reward Points(DRP) Every Week by playing the spaceship game after completing 4 DAILY QUESTS.

 

Earn additional ARP/DRP by logging daily via the Monthly Advent Calendar reward. (Day 20,26 for DRP)

 

Alienware Reward Points(ARP) can be redeemed for MARKETPLACE rewards for physical/digital products.

 

Tier rewards: You can choose to claim one game each month provided you have enough ARP and Tier status.

 

100 DRP = $1 Dell Credit 

1 APR = up to ~2cents

 Points expire on the 15th day of the 4th month after earn date.
 

*NOTE: Linking reward account

When registering with Alienware make sure to use the same email address that you use for Dell.

 

Extra: Earn 100 DRP by Logging into your Dell Reward profile(Earn once a week, Reset every Monday)

 

 




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13-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for New/Expired Subscribers (Digital Delivery) $56

Melon Game via Eneba has 13-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscription via Xbox Live Gold Conversion (Digital Delivery) on sale starting from ~$56 when you follow the instructions below.

  • Note: Offer valid for New or Expired Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers only. For current/active Game Pass Ultimate Members, check this thread.

Deal Instructions:

  • Click here to visit the 3-Month Xbox Live Gold Membership product page.
  • Click 'Buy Now' on the product page
  • In cart, add 5x additional units to your cart (for a total of 6x 3-Month Subscription Cards)
  • Click on "Got discount code?" and apply code GoldUS
  • Proceed to checkout with 6x 3-Month Xbox Live Gold Membership subscriptions
  • Select PayPal or Credit Card as your payment method
    • Note, a service fee will apply here
  • Your total should be ~$44.64 (price might vary slightly due to currency exchange volatility)
  • Next, click here to redeem your 6x 3-Months Xbox Live Gold codes to your Microsoft account
    • Note: Opt out of 'Recurring billing'
  • Next, Join Xbox Game Pass Ultimate by purchasing a 1-Month subscription from GCMGAMES via Eneba for ~$11.14 (price after service fee).
  • Next, click here to redeem your 1-Month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate code to your Microsoft account
  • You will be prompted to upgrade your Xbox Live Gold to Game Pass Ultimate with a 3:2 conversion. You will have 12+1 month of Game Pass Ultimate after conversion.
  • Final total price for 13-Month Game Pass Ultimate membership after conversion should be ~$56




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Pre-order Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57” Gaming Monitor, Get $500 Samsung Credit

https://cag.vg/odyssey57

Pre-orders between September 18 and October 1 will receive a gift of $500 Samsung instant credit.





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Free select digital game with the Purchase of a PS5 (YMMV Targetted)

Edit: this is actually a targeted promotion.

Sony started a new promotion today.

Buy and activate a ps5 console before October 20th and get a free digital download from the following games:

○ Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales

○ Marvel’s Spider-Man: Remastered

○ God of War Ragnarök

○ Horizon Forbidden West

○ Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut

○ Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

○ Demon’s Souls

○ The Last of Us Part I

○ Sackboy: A Big Adventure

○ Returnal

○ Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection

○ Death Stranding: Director’s Cut

Full promotion:
https://www.playstation.com/en-us/legal/upgrader-program/




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ININ & Strictly Limited Games Sale Thread

 I just noticed ININ Games is having a Gaming Season Sale on Amazon starting today. 
 
Here are the deals:
 
 
 
 
 
Note:  I would jump on this since who knows how many Egret II mini's are left in-stock and this year is TAITO's anniversary, this is an insanely good price on the arcade unit and controllers.
 
 
 
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    Meta Quest 3 Pre-Order Bonuses

    Best Buy

    https://cag.vg/metaquest3

     

    Newegg

     

     

    Asgard’s Wrath 2 free when you buy Meta Quest 3*

    Also, get a 6-month trial of BBY’s VR subscription included when you purchase a 512GB headset**

    Offer ends 1/27/24; terms apply.

    **Eligibility and auto-renewal terms apply for trial subscription. See full terms.

     

     






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    Refurbished iPads (and more Apple Refurbs) on Sale at Newegg

    Top 3 Most Popular

     

    1. Refurbished: Apple iPad Air 2 A1567 (WiFi + Cellular Unlocked) 64GB Silver Bundle $159.99 w/ Case, Bluetooth Earbuds, Tempered Glass, Stylus, Charger

    Limited time offer, ends 10/30

     

    2. Refurbished: Apple iPad Pro 11 3rd Gen (2021) Wi-Fi Only 8GB/128GB - Space Gray $639

     

    3. Refurbished: Apple iPad 7 (2019) Wi-Fi Only 3GB/32GB - Space Gray $189

     

    All Apple Refurbished at Newegg

     

     

     




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    Gamefly Pre-Played Blowout Sale

    https://www.gamefly.com/preplayedsale

    Use code gamefly05 for an additional 5% off for first purchase (or create new account with new email).

    Some highlights:
    Diablo IV $30
    Final Fantasy XVI $35
    Dead Island 2 $20
    Star Wars Jedi Survivor $28
    Hogwarts Legacy $30
    RE4 $35
    Dead Space $25
    God of War Ragnarok $28
    Forspoken $18
    Midnight Suns $20
    Last of Us Part I $35
    Atomic Heart $28
    Wild Hearts $25/$18
    Horizon Forbidden West $28






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    $25 Amazon Gift for $13.95 and other great Gift Card Deals at Amazon

    Hot off Twitter.  Prices may be fluctuating and cards may go in and out of stock.
     


     
     





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    First 4 Figures - The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Hylian Shield (Collector's Edition) $59.99 at Best Buy

    $50 off
    https://cag.vg/X2Et





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    $50 Numskull SEGA Shenmue Ryo Hazuki Figure 10" 28cm Collectible Replica Statue Amazon

    $50 Numskull SEGA Shenmue Ryo Hazuki Figure 10" 28cm Collectible Replica Statue Amazon

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YD53SJR




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    Shaws/Albertsons offering $25 credit with $150+ in gaming gift cards

    From 11/17 until 12/14, get $25 off future grocery purchase when you buy $150+ in gift cards. Includes PSN, xbox, gamestop, and other random retailers.

    16.6% discount on gaming credit if you were getting groceries anyway. Promos are usually valid at all regional Albertson affiliates. Star Market, Acme, Vons, etc.




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    Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Current/Existing Subscribers: 50-Day Membership - $11.05

    Eneba offers 50-Day of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate via Xbox Game Pass Core Conversion for around $11.05 when you follow the instructions below.

    • Note, this offer is for Current/Existing Game Pass Ultimate Members only.
    Deal Instructions:
    • Click here to visit the product page.
    • Click Buy Now and go to cart.
    • Apply discount code XGPC
    • Select payment method PayPal/Credit Card (service fees will be applied here)
    • Proceed to checkout with end-price of ~ $11.05
    • Click here to redeem your 3-Month Xbox Live Gold Membership code(s).
    • You will be prompted to extend your Game Pass Ultimate by 50 days. The renewal date should be the same as your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plus 50 days (Maximum 36 months).
    About Game Pass Ultimate:
    • Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Membership includes Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass with over 100 high-quality games to play with friends on console, PC, phones, and tablets, plus an EA Play membership, all for one low price.




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    $70 Xbox/Microsoft Gift Card (Digital Delivery) - $59 (Can be used to buy Xbox/Microsoft hardware too)

    Eneba has $70 Xbox Gift Card (Digital Delivery) for around $59 after applying code X70US in cart.

    • Note: Price is after service fees and applying code X70US in cart.

    You can purchase the code(s) and redeem to add balance to your Microsoft account.

    • Both the Microsoft and Xbox cards work just the same. Once redeemed to your Microsoft account, you can spend your balance at Microsoft Store online, on Windows, and on Xbox. You can get the latest apps, games, movies, TV shows, and Surface, Xbox, and accessories. (Source)

    Add balance to your Microsoft account and use to purchase items from Microsoft Store online. Black Friday deals from Microsoft Store can be found here.
     

    Note:

    • Price is after service fees and applying discount code X70US.
    • Deals ends tonight.
    • Eneba codes usually sell out fast.
    • Xbox Gift cards do not currently work at physical Microsoft Stores.
    • You currently cannot buy Microsoft 365 with a gift card.




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    Meijer - $20 (20k mperks points) off $50+ PSN/Xbox credit thru 11/25

    As part of their ongoing 3 day sale Meijer is giving 20k Mperks points, aka $20, when you buy at least $50 of certain gift cards.  If you buy the "One4All" gift card you can redeem it for Xbox or Playstation credit, or a bunch of other brands. 

     

    I had the mperks points in my account within an hour, and just redeemed my $50 gc for PSN credit with no issues.  If you shop at Meijer anyway, this is 40% off Sony or MS credit if you do the minimum $50 gift card purchase.  If you put $70 on it that would be a new full price game for $50.  I believe this can only be used once per Mperks account.




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    My President

    Put me down for Team Big Rich Oaf for now.

    Gov. JB Pritzker is combing through hundreds of pages of Project 2025, shoring up legal resources and finding ways to further expand reproductive rights and environmental protections — all while he explores his own political future.




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    The Top Ranks Of The Dem Party Are Filled With Bad People

    Also, they're bad at their one job (winning) and they're unwilling to take responsibility. I do agree with them that they should find this anonymous trans woman who runs the DNC and fire her, because she has been doing a bad job, too.


    It isn't unreasonable to expect the "good guys" party to be led by people who aren't incompetent moral monsters.




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    So What Are You Going To Do About It

    People regularly bring up the focus group organizers who said that a problem that they face is that participants refuse to believe that Republicans are planning to do the things they are planning to do. Nobody could be that evil! More than that, if they were then surely I would have heard about it before!


    There are a lot of reasons Dems have a messaging problem (among other problems) but one is that even calling them "weird" is too spicy for Biden-era consultants. The press won't call them "evil plans" for you.





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    "The Left" Didn't Give Us Enough Credit

    This has been trotted out for years, mostly about Afghanistan, and which "Left" are you talking about? There is no "Left" in the NYT (Bouie but it isn't really his beat), the Washington Post, CNN... MSNBC has Hayes and he did!

    If you want credit from this unnamed Left, you'd better empower them. The Chapo guys gave you a lot of credit! Then they criticized you for other things! That's how it works!




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    The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

    I don't think you have to be a commie trot to observe that calling it that is stupid.




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    A Journey to the Hottest Place on Earth: Hydrothermal Vents and the Resilient Pompeii Worm

    I have only seen a hydrothermal vent once, during Dive 73 aboard the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute’s Doc Ricketts. Unlike many deep-sea biologists, I…

    The post A Journey to the Hottest Place on Earth: Hydrothermal Vents and the Resilient Pompeii Worm first appeared on Deep Sea News.





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    Reclaim Your Time: Conquer the 4 Major Time Wasters

    In our fast-paced, modern world, time is our most precious commodity. We’re constantly juggling responsibilities, chasing dreams, and trying to make the most of every moment. But have you ever felt like your days are slipping away, consumed by activities that don’t truly enrich your life? It’s a common struggle, and the culprit is often ... Read more

    The post Reclaim Your Time: Conquer the 4 Major Time Wasters appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Reimagining Goal Setting: The Power of Northstar Goals

    A few years back, I found myself in a rut with goal-setting. I had all these grand ambitions, but making actual progress always felt like an uphill battle. I’d set huge goals like “become a famous entrepreneur” or “get shredded,” but within months, my motivation would fizzle and I’d be back where I started. Even ... Read more

    The post Reimagining Goal Setting: The Power of Northstar Goals appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Mind, Body, Soul: 30 Journal Prompts to Nurture Every Aspect of Your Life

    Have you ever experienced that moment when you’re faced with an empty page, pen poised, ideas swirling in your mind but refusing to materialize into words? I can totally relate. It’s like standing on the edge of a cliff, captivated by the scenery yet hesitant to take that initial leap. But imagine if I shared ... Read more

    The post Mind, Body, Soul: 30 Journal Prompts to Nurture Every Aspect of Your Life appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Cultivating Mutual Respect: A Guide to Healthy Relationships

    How do you build mutual respect, a quality that everyone values but few know how to cultivate consistently? We know it’s important—whether it’s in our personal relationships or at work—but actually developing and maintaining it can be challenging. This article is here to help you understand what mutual respect really means, why it matters, and ... Read more

    The post Cultivating Mutual Respect: A Guide to Healthy Relationships appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Empathy in Action: Techniques to Strengthen Relationships and Well-being

    Empathy is one of those quiet superpowers that can reshape our lives for the better. It isn’t flashy, but it has an impact everywhere—from our closest relationships to the way we interact at work, and even how we perceive our broader society. For example, consider a parent who takes the time to understand their child’s ... Read more

    The post Empathy in Action: Techniques to Strengthen Relationships and Well-being appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Building Lasting Relationships Through Words of Affirmation

    Words have the power to lift us up or tear us down, and nowhere is this more true than in our closest relationships. Understanding how language shapes our emotional connections can make all the difference between feeling deeply loved or feeling disconnected. One of the most potent tools for enhancing intimacy and trust in a ... Read more

    The post Building Lasting Relationships Through Words of Affirmation appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Mastering Stress Management: A Guide to Thriving, Not Just Surviving

    Stress is a common experience that can either drive us toward success or hinder our progress if not managed effectively. What if you could understand stress better and turn it into something you can handle and even benefit from? This article will guide you through practical strategies for managing stress by blending effective techniques with ... Read more

    The post Mastering Stress Management: A Guide to Thriving, Not Just Surviving appeared first on LifeHack.




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    How to Develop Resilience: Key Steps for Thriving Through Adversity

    Resilience is the key to transforming challenges into opportunities for personal growth. It’s not just about bouncing back from setbacks—it’s about thriving despite them. Resilience is not something you either have or you don’t. Instead, it is a skill you can cultivate and strengthen over time. In this article, we’ll explore the multifaceted nature of ... Read more

    The post How to Develop Resilience: Key Steps for Thriving Through Adversity appeared first on LifeHack.




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    The Power of Self-Reflection: Transform Your Life from Within

    Self-reflection may seem simple, but it holds the power to transform your life in surprising ways. It’s about taking the time to pause, look inward, and really understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. But why should anyone care? Well, because understanding yourself is the first step to improving anything about your life. Whether it’s better ... Read more

    The post The Power of Self-Reflection: Transform Your Life from Within appeared first on LifeHack.




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    Keeping it Personal: Improving person-centred care

    The People Powered Health and Wellbeing Programme (PPHW), delivered by the Health and Social Care ALLIANCE Scotland is contributing towards the Scottish Government’s ambition to create a safe, effective and person-centred health and social care system.

    Each of the PPHW programme partners explored different facets of the PPHW aim. The Iriss project – Keeping It Personal (KiP) – explored the use of person-centred approaches when designing improvements to the delivery of health and social care services. 

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    We're seeking a talented Service Designer

    Iriss is seeking a Service Designer for its Pilotlight programme to support the continued development and delivery of self-directed support (SDS) in Scotland. 

    Pilotlight works with co-design teams of people to design pathways to self-directed support.  Now in its fourth year, the Pilotlight programme uses a design approach to demonstrate how to design support for seldom heard groups, provide more personalised and appropriate services and increase the marketplace of support providers.

    read more




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    The Vision and Strategy for Social Services: progress report

    Social Services in Scotland: a shared vision and strategy for 2015-2020 was launched on World Social Work Day in March 2015 by the Social Work Services Strategic Forum.

    A progress report summarising the range of work which is underway to implement the strategy has now been published. While this is a five year strategy, it is clear that even at this early stage real progress is being made collectively by all parts of the sector.  

    Aileen Campbell, Minister for Children and Young People, who chairs the Strategic Forum, said:

    read more




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    Iriss and the Care Inspectorate explore risk and innovation

    In 2015, Iriss launched a joint project with the Care Inspectorate to explore strategic innovation, resilience and risk in the context of the Care Inspectorate’s mandate of scrutiny and improvement.

    The project has comprised of an internal staff survey with 108 responses, two workshops with 18 staff members, and has sought to engage the wider Care Inspectorate workforce through the findings. 

    read more




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    The story of Relationships Matter

    Today, we've published the story of the Relationships Matter project. The two-year project was facilitated by Iriss and led by the Relationships Matter Collective, a group of inspirational practitioners and young people who were brave enough to challenge, and confident enough to promote, continued relationships between practitioners and young people as they leave care.

    read more




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    Interim Director appointed

    Bob Parry, previously Associate Director at NHS Education for Scotland (NES), has taken up the post of interim Director at Iriss following Jackie McKenzie's departure in March 2016. Bob has held a number of senior positions latterly in the NHS in supporting workforce development and education, and leading work in supporting the integration of health and social care and in academia as Dean, Faculty of Health and Social at University of Hull. 

    Bob took up post on 2 May 2016 and will be with us as plans for the recruitment of a new Iriss Director get underway.