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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 27, No. 237
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    Editorial illustration: ESCAPE THE DYSTOPIA: SEE THE BLUE GLOW OF GALVESTON BEFORE IT'S A TIKTOK TREND
    ESCAPE THE DYSTOPIA: SEE THE B...

    ■ Bioluminescence: Nature's way of saying, 'I'm still here... for now.'

    ■ Galveston: Proving that Texas can be more than just oil and political scandals.

    Analysis

    "Because staring at a glowing bayou is better than staring into the abyss of your own existential dread. Because, for a brief, shining moment, you can forget that the world is on fire and just marvel at the pretty lights. Go before someone Instagrams it to death."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 63, No. 273
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    Editorial illustration: DON'T FORGET TO KISS THE BOOT: A NEW TAX DEDUCTION HAS ENTERED THE CHAT
    DON'T FORGET TO KISS THE BOOT:...

    ■ New tax deduction could mean a slightly less depressing tax return. Emphasis on 'slightly'.

    ■ April 15, 2026: Mark your calendars for the annual financial colonoscopy.

    Analysis

    "Because every extra dollar is a middle finger to the abyss. Use it wisely."

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    GOV
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 176, No. 186
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    Editorial illustration: MAN GETS CONSEQUENCES FOR ACTIONS. FILM AT 11.
    MAN GETS CONSEQUENCES FOR ACTI...

    ■ Justice is a dish best served whenever the courts can get around to it.

    ■ Suburban peace is a myth sold to you by HGTV.

    Analysis

    "Because every single case like this erodes the already thin veneer of civilization we cling to. It's a reminder that the algorithms of chaos can target anyone, anywhere, at any time. While this sentencing offers a sense of closure, it also underscores the randomness of existence. You should care because it highlights the delicate balance between order and disorder, and the constant vigilance required to maintain it. Go home, hug your loved ones, and remember that the void is always watching."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 88, No. 298
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    Editorial illustration: AUSTRALIAN REPORTER ACCIDENTALLY SUMS UP LATE-STAGE CAPITALISM ON LIVE TV
    AUSTRALIAN REPORTER ACCIDENTAL...

    ■ The incident highlights the absurdity of modern news cycles and the pressure to fill airtime with… something.

    ■ It's a reminder that even news presenters are just as baffled by the world as the rest of us.

    Analysis

    "Because it's comforting to know that even people on TV are occasionally as bewildered as you are. Also, this is a perfect excuse to order overpriced coffee and ponder the meaninglessness of existence."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 26, No. 236
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    Editorial illustration: LOW AIR PRESSURE AT MILAN OLYMPICS TURNS 1500M RACE INTO A REALITY TV SPEEDRUN
    LOW AIR PRESSURE AT MILAN OLYM...

    ■ Low air pressure gives runners an edge? Finally, an advantage not tied to venture capital.

    ■ If a record falls, will it be celebrated, or asterisked with a weather report?

    Analysis

    "Novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing, and watching athletes fight physics is definitely novel. Go for the fleeting sense of wonder before the inevitable heat death of the universe."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 116, No. 326
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    Editorial illustration: GILLESPIE COUNTY GOP DISCOVERS REALITY, TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS FANTASY
    GILLESPIE COUNTY GOP DISCOVERS...

    ■ Gillespie County GOP briefly touches grass, realizes hand-counting is for masochists.

    ■ Reality check: Even conservatives can't repeal the laws of thermodynamics.

    Analysis

    "Because even in the age of misinformation, reality still has a way of slapping you in the face. Plus, it's a reminder that even the most ideologically driven plans can be derailed by the mundane realities of logistics."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 157, No. 167
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    Editorial illustration: THE ILLUSION OF FAIRNESS PERSISTS: RUSSIAN PARALYMPIANS TO COMPETE UNDER THEIR OWN FLAG
    THE ILLUSION OF FAIRNESS PERSI...

    ■ The IPC's decision proves that 'banned' is just a performance.

    ■ Russian athletes competing under their flag is a slap in the face to clean athletes.

    Analysis

    "Because if the Paralympics can't maintain integrity, what hope do we have for anything else? Go for the schadenfreude. It's the only thing left that's authentic."

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    GOV
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 163, No. 173
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    Editorial illustration: THE CROWN HAS FALLEN: CHARLES AND THE COPS AREN'T COVERING FOR ANDREW ANYMORE
    THE CROWN HAS FALLEN: CHARLES ...

    ■ The monarchy is basically a soap opera with better costumes and worse writing.

    ■ King Charles is trying to distance himself from Andrew faster than you can say 'constitutional crisis.'

    Analysis

    "Because watching the powerful fall from grace is the only thing that makes us feel slightly better about being powerless."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 58, No. 103
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    Editorial illustration: PREPARE FOR THE ATMOSPHERIC RE-ENACTMENT OF A BAD BREAKUP
    PREPARE FOR THE ATMOSPHERIC RE...

    ■ The universe is gaslighting us with seasonal changes.

    ■ Your summer wardrobe is about to stage a revolt in your closet.

    Analysis

    "Because pretending to be prepared helps you pretend you have control. And maybe, just maybe, this cold front will kill off all the mosquitos. Probably not though."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 169, No. 14
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    Editorial illustration: TEXAS PANHANDLE SEES NATURE REPEAT ITS MISTAKES: FIRE EDITION
    TEXAS PANHANDLE SEES NATURE RE...

    ■ The Texas Panhandle is basically a recurring character in the apocalypse franchise.

    ■ Local ranchers are experiencing the kind of déjà vu that comes with a side of existential dread.

    Analysis

    "Because watching the world burn (literally) is a good reminder that we should probably enjoy the small things before they, too, are consumed by flames."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 192, No. 202
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    Editorial illustration: TEXAS MAN BRINGS LOADED SHOTGUN TO CONGRESS, HOPES FOR CIVIL CONVERSATION
    TEXAS MAN BRINGS LOADED SHOTGU...

    ■ Camouflage is the new black, especially if you're trying to overthrow the government (or just express your frustration with it).

    ■ The Second Amendment: Still causing problems and existential debates in equal measure.

    Analysis

    "Because if an 18-year-old with a shotgun thinks this is a reasonable way to engage with the government, we're all screwed. Tonight, contemplate the fragility of democracy and maybe call your elected officials. Yell at them constructively. It's better than the alternative."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 169, No. 14
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    Editorial illustration: THE AUSTIN CHRONICLE ASKS YOU TO EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN (AND QUESTION YOUR LIFE CHOICES)
    THE AUSTIN CHRONICLE ASKS YOU ...

    ■ The Austin Chronicle is actively trying to make you feel inadequate.

    ■ Completing the crossword will not solve your problems, but it will give you something to brag about on Twitter.

    Analysis

    "Because the human mind is a terrible thing to waste, mostly because it will just start replaying your most embarrassing memories on loop. And maybe, just maybe, if you can solve enough crossword puzzles, you can outsmart the algorithm and finally escape the simulation. Or at least forget about it for an hour."

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    Existential Dread
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 7, No. 217
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    Editorial illustration: DEATH AND DELTA-8: THE AUSTIN SPIRAL CONTINUES
    DEATH AND DELTA-8: THE AUSTIN ...

    ■ The official ruling doesn't erase the family's pain or their questions about the investigation.

    ■ Delta-8 continues to be a factor in tragic outcomes, highlighting the need for better regulation and awareness.

    Analysis

    "Because novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing, and human connection is the only thing that makes the perception of time passing bearable. Go be a person. Do it now."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 42, No. 252
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    Editorial illustration: THE AUSTIN CHRONICLE CONSULTS A MAGIC 8 BALL, AND THE RESULTS AREN'T PRETTY
    THE AUSTIN CHRONICLE CONSULTS ...

    ■ The Austin Chronicle acknowledges the struggle to find joy in a chaotic world.

    ■ The Qmmunity column offers a space for authenticity and shared vulnerability.

    Analysis

    "Because novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing. Because shared misery is the social glue that holds our crumbling civilization together."

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    CAMPUS
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 56, No. 266
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    Editorial illustration: AUSTIN WEATHER FORECAST: ONE LAST DAY OF SUNSHINE BEFORE THE SKY FALLS
    AUSTIN WEATHER FORECAST: ONE L...

    ■ Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. Winter is coming, both literally and metaphorically.

    ■ Stock up on vitamin D and antidepressants. You'll need them.

    Analysis

    "Because novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing. If you don't seize this last day of warmth, you'll be one step closer to becoming a shut-in, mainlining Netflix and questioning your life choices. Go outside, soak up the sun, and remember what it feels like to be alive before the grey skies suck the joy from your soul. It's a temporary reprieve from the inevitable, but it's better than nothing."

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    GOV
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 112, No. 322
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    Editorial illustration: THE AUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT FIRES AN OFFICER: PROGRESS OR PERFORMANCE?
    THE AUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT F...

    ■ A single firing doesn't solve systemic issues, but it's better than nothing, right? Right?

    ■ The APD's internal investigation is either a sign of progress or a well-crafted PR stunt. Place your bets!

    Analysis

    "Because the alternative is silent acceptance. Because every act of violence, every abuse of power, erodes the foundations of trust and justice. Because even a single act of accountability can spark a flicker of hope in the darkness. It matters because complacency is a luxury we can no longer afford. It matters because the line between order and chaos is thinner than we think, and those entrusted with power must be held to the highest standards. Or, at least, *some* standards. Anything less is a surrender to the void."

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    TECH
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 87, No. 297
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    Editorial illustration: THE JUSTICE SYSTEM IS STILL PROCESSING WHATEVER 2025 THREW AT IT
    THE JUSTICE SYSTEM IS STILL PR...

    ■ The trial is a grim reminder that the legal system operates on a different timeline than the rest of us.

    ■ Expect lots of shouting, accusations, and performative outrage from all sides.

    Analysis

    "Because it's a chance to watch the gears of justice grind exceedingly slow. Also, it's a reminder that the dumpster fire that was 2025 is still smoldering."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 68, No. 278
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    Editorial illustration: FOUR MEN TO BE EXONERATED FOR YOGURT SHOP MURDERS: JUSTICE SERVED DECADES LATE
    FOUR MEN TO BE EXONERATED FOR ...

    ■ Exoneration is not redemption; decades lost can never be replaced.

    ■ The justice system: occasionally just, but consistently slow.

    Analysis

    "Because the pursuit of justice is a Sisyphean task, and every small victory against the crushing weight of systemic failure is worth acknowledging, even if it's decades overdue. The universe is indifferent, but we don't have to be."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 105, No. 115
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    Editorial illustration: DUTCH BROTHERS WIN OLYMPIC PODIUM, PROVING FAMILY DRAMA IS UNIVERSAL
    DUTCH BROTHERS WIN OLYMPIC POD...

    ■ The real gold medal goes to the mom who had to pack two sets of Olympic gear.

    ■ Next Thanksgiving is gonna be awkward.

    Analysis

    "Because schadenfreude is a powerful motivator. Let's be honest, we all enjoy watching other people grapple with their issues, especially when it involves high stakes and public humiliation... I mean, brotherly love. Plus, this is a reminder that even at the pinnacle of human achievement, the shadow of family looms large. This isn't just about sports; it's about life, death, and the eternal struggle to be better than your siblings."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 87, No. 97
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    Editorial illustration: THE GREAT OUTDOORS ARE NOW SLIGHTLY LESS GREATLY REGULATED
    THE GREAT OUTDOORS ARE NOW SLI...

    ■ Rocky Mountain National Park now lets you experience the sublime beauty of nature while simultaneously fighting for a parking spot.

    ■ Arches National Park: Where the only thing more fragile than the sandstone arches are your hopes of solitude.

    Analysis

    "Because novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing, and watching a bison walk in front of your car is slightly more interesting than doomscrolling."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 64, No. 74
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    Editorial illustration: STOP TRYING TO OPTIMIZE FILLING UP YOUR GAS TANK
    STOP TRYING TO OPTIMIZE FILLIN...

    ■ Remembering what day it is and planning your gas purchase around that information is now a life skill.

    ■ The joy of spontaneity is dead. Long live the algorithm.

    Analysis

    "Because even the smallest, most insignificant savings can feel like a victory in a world where everything is getting more expensive. Also, because if you don't pay attention, corporations will steal your data and sell it back to you in the form of 'personalized' gas prices. This is a low-stakes battle in the war for your mind."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—253d ago
    Vol. 97, No. 107
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    Editorial illustration: FORT HOOD PRODUCES 10 MORE REASONS TO QUESTION YOUR LIFE CHOICES
    FORT HOOD PRODUCES 10 MORE REA...

    ■ Another day, another reminder that some people are doing actual work while you're perfecting your doomscrolling technique.

    ■ Fort Hood: Where existential dread meets high-risk maternity care.

    Analysis

    "Because the more competent medical professionals there are, the less likely your future offspring will be delivered by a robot with a drinking problem."

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    TECH
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 63, No. 273
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    Editorial illustration: WATCH JORDAN STOLZ SKATE IN THE OLYMPICS INSTEAD OF WATCHING THE WORLD BURN
    WATCH JORDAN STOLZ SKATE IN TH...

    ■ Jordan Stolz is skating. This is objectively good.

    ■ The Olympics are a distraction from the impending apocalypse.

    Analysis

    "Because fleeting moments of national pride are the only thing keeping us from dissolving into nihilistic goo."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 129, No. 139
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    Editorial illustration: LIL POPPA'S GONE: ANOTHER REMINDER THAT MORTALITY IS UNDEFEATED
    LIL POPPA'S GONE: ANOTHER REMI...

    ■ Mortality is undefeated. Invest in cryo-sleep. (Just kidding. That's probably a scam.)

    ■ The music industry is a meat grinder. Support your local artists *before* they become trending topics.

    Analysis

    "Because the alternative is contemplating the void. And frankly, cheap beer and loud music are better coping mechanisms than existential dread."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 82, No. 92
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    Editorial illustration: EVERYONE PANIC: GEORGETOWN HIGH SCHOOL BRIEFLY BECAME A THRILLER MOVIE
    EVERYONE PANIC: GEORGETOWN HIG...

    ■ The school system now doubles as a live-action suspense film.

    ■ The phrase "back to normal" has lost all meaning.

    Analysis

    "Because the alternative is accepting that every school day is a potential disaster movie waiting to happen. And who wants to live in a movie directed by Michael Bay?"

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    TECH
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 173, No. 183
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    Editorial illustration: FRISCO MANSION BECOMES LATEST SETTING FOR REAL ESTATE GOTHIC
    FRISCO MANSION BECOMES LATEST ...

    ■ The Texas dream is apparently a nightmare with a pool.

    ■ Frisco: Where the only thing stronger than the property taxes are the police.

    Analysis

    "Because it's a reminder that the monsters aren't always lurking in the shadows; sometimes, they're living next door, behind a perfectly manicured lawn and a three-car garage. It's a call to question the values we hold dear, the systems we uphold, and the illusions we cling to in order to make it through another day. It's a reminder that vigilance is not paranoia, and that sometimes, the greatest threats are the ones we least expect."

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    TECH
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 181, No. 191
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    Editorial illustration: THE AIR FORCE IS REPAINTING AIR FORCE ONE BECAUSE APPARENTLY WE HAVE INFINITE MONEY
    THE AIR FORCE IS REPAINTING AI...

    ■ The Air Force is repainting Air Force One, because why not?

    ■ The new color scheme remains a mystery, shrouded in secrecy like the recipe for Coca-Cola (but probably less useful).

    Analysis

    "Because it's a reminder that even in a world of crumbling infrastructure and existential threats, the government can always find money to make things look prettier. It's the ultimate distraction from the fact that we're all just hurtling towards oblivion."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 64, No. 274
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    Editorial illustration: THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS: A SYMBOL OF LATE-STAGE CAPITALISM FINALLY HITS THE AUCTION BLOCK
    THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS: A SYMBOL...

    ■ The sale of the Seahawks is a stark reminder that even the most beloved institutions are ultimately subject to the whims of the market.

    ■ Expect a feeding frenzy of billionaires and corporations vying for control of the franchise, with little regard for the fans or the community.

    Analysis

    "Because it's a chance to witness the grotesque dance of wealth and power up close. It's a reminder that our passions are often just another revenue stream for the elite. And, who knows, maybe the new owner will finally fix the traffic around the stadium. (Don't count on it.)"

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 129, No. 139
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    Editorial illustration: GRAB YOUR FREE CHICK-FIL-A CHICKEN BISCUIT WHILE THE PLANET BURNS
    GRAB YOUR FREE CHICK-FIL-A CHI...

    ■ Free chicken biscuit = fleeting dopamine rush.

    ■ Download the app. Embrace the corporate overlords.

    Analysis

    "Because a free chicken biscuit is the only thing standing between you and a complete mental breakdown. It's a small act of rebellion against the crushing weight of existence. So, go forth and conquer your hunger."

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    CULTURE
    AUSTIN—254d ago
    Vol. 146, No. 156
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    Editorial illustration: PREPARE TO LOSE AN HOUR OF SLEEP FIGHTING THE INEVITABLE HEAT DEATH OF THE UNIVERSE
    PREPARE TO LOSE AN HOUR OF SLE...

    ■ Daylight Saving Time: Because efficiency is more important than your sanity.

    ■ Enjoy the extra sunlight, brought to you by the same people who brought you I-35 traffic.

    Analysis

    "Because novelty is the only thing that slows down the perception of time passing. And the shift to daylight savings is decidedly not novel."

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