#regulation interpretation

[alianoralacanta]

Important context from @belefea regarding the F1 pit lane overtaking situation (it was in a comment sequence but I think the very good points are important enough to reblog):

34.8 and .9 also stipulate order '... unless unduly delayed.' This can be interpreted as if a driver is blocked by other drivers going unnecessarily slowly, he may overtake them. In regards to the 'left side' race direction, it is true that it was taken out of the race director's notes for the subsequent races after Brazil, but that doesn't negate the instruction not to drive unnecessarily slowly.

In fact, the AD Race Director's notes specify that 'As per article 33.4 of the FIA Formula One Sporting Regulations, drivers are not allowed to drive unnecessarily slowly, that includes stopping a car in the fast lane of the pit lane.' 'Includes', but not limited to blocking. With this in mind, Max was well within his rights to pass other drivers as he was being unduly delayed.

All the other articles you have cited relate to race suspensions and restarts, and though they do indeed specify order, I should clarify that I meant pitlane overtaking DURING sessions, not before, after or while a session is suspended. These articles you have mentioned are of course self-evident. I can point you towards Shanghai 2016 for a classic example of a pitlane overtake during the race - Seb quite legally passing two other cars into the pits.

Overtaking in the pit lane is strictly forbidden. That is for good reason. This is a bad afternoon for motorsport safety, between this and the motorbikes.

[tvckerwash]

I'm convinced the chorus trilogy gaslighted people into forgetting how everyone was characterized prior to miles being the main writer, to the detriment of literally everybody lmao

[majimaisms]

i need to stop seeing analysis posts i disagree with its going to drive me crazy

[dad-friend]

ok listen. i know hbomberguy said he doesnt wanna become the type of youtube who spends their time doing drama videos or ruining ppl careers but like. if somebody doesnt start doing crazy detailed research on ryan hall, yall then i will

[failbrothers]

you people are brilliant …….

[caracoloco]

it's hard to let go of social anxiety when i can tell that i am underperforming. i can tell when i have missed something or said the wrong thing. when i am in the middle of a conversation and realize i have run out of words and my capacity to speak coherently diminishes. and I am always desperate to communicate and be heard and have meaningful and interesting conversations, but my own abilities and aloofness/awkwardness make it very hard to do so.

[duckapus]

Tales From the Grid: Battle Nexus Bozos

An arc on the Grid's channel where Timmy, Piper and a few of the Links (obviously including the Anchor version) are invited to participate in the Battle Nexus Tournament (from TMNT) taking place in the Fairly Oddparents Server (remember; Timmy's server is made up of the Nickelodeon multiverse instead of just the FOP universe thanks to the canon crossovers he's been part of).

And since this can't just be a simple tournament arc, the Syndicate sneak past the Battle Nexus's robust security with their firewall-proof portals to cause trouble, along with their newest allies; the Shredder and his Foot Clan, specifically one of the 2003 Shredders (leaning towards Cyber-Shredder because computer stuff, definitely not using the demon one because he doesn't play well with others, even moreso than most Shredders). I know that one wasn't a Nick show but Rise Shedder's bad at subtlety, worse than Demon Shredder at team-ups, and also very dead (plus he doesn't really have a Foot Clan to lead during the time where he's in any state to do so), and I'm not that fond of 2012 Shredder even though I liked the show.

That being said I'll probably include multiple versions of the Turtles if I decide to properly write this out. I'm already including multiple Links so why not right?

[eelfuneral]

I know that this is likely an unpopular opinion on this side of the fandom, but I think that it’s really important to be empathetic to people who may not love the Jedi teachings regarding emotions that are coming from a place of trauma or neurodivergence. I understand that fanon frequently twists the Jedi code into this awful thing where Emotions Are Not Allowed and that is not true, but I also have seen people be outright dismissive of the fact that any “good” person may have difficulty reigning in their emotions, and that’s an ugly thing to say.

There is a difference between having a strong emotional reaction and using a strong emotional reaction as an excuse to harm others. Jedi teachings arguably push against using emotions as a catalyst to lash out at others, which is a good and thing to ask of its adherents, but fanon often makes it look like the Code just vilifies emotions in any capacity. Yes, this is an incorrect interpretation of Jedi teachings and I get that people misunderstanding your blorbos is a special kind of annoying, but if the person making this misinterpretation seems to have baggage surrounding emotions and the expression thereof, then it is probably kinder to walk away from the conversation and to let that person process whatever they are dealing with than it is to make comments about how they must be babies for not being able to control their emotions or that they must secretly just want to harm others.

A lot of people have disabilities that affect their ability to regulate their emotional response (autism, ADHD, and BPD are a few examples), and the interpretation that people with intense emotions cannot be Jedi, even if it is based in inaccurate fanon misinterpretation, is not going to be fun to read for a lot of these fans. This is especially true for people who were punished for showing emotions that were “inconvenient” to their caretakers, as some fanon Jedi Code variants can echo this trauma. A person who deals with an anxiety disorder may not love Yoda’s “fear is the path to the dark side” speech because it can be easily interpreted as “having any type of fear can make you a bad person”. Whether or not you think that these are correct interpretations of canon does not matter because these interpretations are still very much floating around in fanon spaces and reminding people of very real ableism and sanism that they have encountered IRL. Absolutely go ahead and defend the Jedi and explain your interpretations of their teachings in your own space, but please be empathetic and conscientious of fans who have been hurt be fanon interpretations of the Jedi code while you do so. No one wants to be accused of being a thoughtless baby for being upset by a depiction of something in fiction that reminds them of very real hurt and trauma, even if you do not feel like their interpretation is correct.

[crazyw3irdo]

[Image ID: A UQuiz results screen. The result is Benvolio. The description reads “it may be different from the others, but you were still doomed from the start. the horror of being the most reasonable one in the group is that means everyone else makes mistakes. everyone else must face the consequences. everyone else gets hurt while you stand there unharmed. no matter the warnings you give, they are still punished. you can’t help someone who the universe decided must be destroyed. i admire that you still try. if only the game hadn’t been rigged from the start.” /End ID]

op here, i’ve been trying my best to do “death of the author” n stuff with this, but i just wanna say that imo that’s not the philosophy of the quiz. i posted this in march so yknow pretty different emotional vibe at the time compared to right now, nor did i think this would blow up on the scale it did. from my pov i was doing like, a twilight zone episode. a “hey wouldn’t it be fucked up if this happened?” type thing.

when i was making it my number one priority was “make people realize romeo and juliet isn’t a love story” which informed the tone, and another high priority was “make people want to read/watch/understand romeo and juliet” which to an audience of tumblr users also informed the tone. (if you go back far enough to when this post was first getting big you can see i said multiple times i personally thought the quiz was funny)

also, because i was using the medium of “personality quiz” i was able to put the quiz taker directly into the characters’ shoes. (realizing just now a medium full of seemingly branching pathways & choices that all end up in predetermined places ties really nicely into it) in order to be a character from romeo and juliet, you have to be beholden to fate.

the quiz intentionally blurs the line between the fictional and real so i don’t blame you for interpreting it that way, and hell, if you continue to see it that way then i won’t stop you, this is just my personal interpretation of it and that’s yours. i won’t deny that if i made this quiz today i wouldn’t’ve made it so bleak, and that when i saw my notes spike in activity from this back on the sixth my immediate reaction was “oh no, i hope everyone’s okay and this doesn’t ruin their day further”

anyway long story short (too late) i also believe there’s hope in the world. there’s the possibility to change. we, as real people and not fictional characters, are not beholden to the strings of fate or the writing of an author. stay strong everyone.

made a uquiz

[tamiummiya-blog]

Think Your Translation is Good Enough? The Malaysian Government Might Disagree

You’ve gathered all your paperwork, filled out every form, and double-checked every detail. You’re ready to submit your visa or permanent residency application, confident that everything is in order. But then—the rejection notice arrives.

The problem? Your translated documents weren’t certified.

It’s a frustrating reality that many applicants in Malaysia face. Whether you’re applying for immigration, a business license, or even a court filing, the government has strict standards for translations. It’s not enough that your documents are correctly translated; they must be certified. Without that official seal of approval, your application could be delayed for months—or worse, thrown out entirely.

So, before you assume your translation is “good enough,” let’s talk about why the Malaysian government might disagree—and how to make sure your documents meet official requirements.

Why “Good Enough” Isn’t Good Enough

Many people assume that as long as a translation is clear and accurate, it will be accepted. But legal and government documents aren’t judged on everyday standards of accuracy—they are held to legal standards. A simple, informal translation, no matter how perfect it may seem, won’t hold up in the eyes of the law.

The Malaysian Immigration Department, the National Registration Department (JPN), and various embassies require certified translations to ensure that every word carries the same legal weight as the original. These agencies are not just looking for a general understanding of the text; they need proof that the translation is official, legally valid, and has been done by a qualified professional.

A translation done by a bilingual friend, or even a non-certified freelancer, simply doesn’t cut it. It must come from a certified translator in Malaysia or a recognised translation agency—otherwise, your application could be rejected outright.

What Happens When a Translation Doesn’t Meet the Standard?

It’s easy to underestimate the consequences of an uncertified translation. After all, what’s the worst that could happen? Unfortunately, the answer is: a lot.

A rejected visa application means you’ll have to start over, wasting time, money, and months of waiting. A rejected business document could delay important deals or, in some cases, invalidate a contract. A mistranslated birth certificate in an immigration application might cause your entire submission to be flagged for further investigation, setting you back indefinitely.

Government offices are already overloaded with applications. If they find an issue with your documents, they won’t correct them for you—they’ll simply send them back, pushing your timeline further and further away from your goal.

When Does a Translation Need to Be Certified?

In Malaysia, many legal and government processes require certified translations, including:

Visa and immigration applications – Birth certificates, marriage certificates, police clearance certificates, and financial records all need certified translations to be accepted by the Immigration Department.

Permanent residency and citizenship applications – Identity documents, proof of family relationships, and affidavits must be translated by a certified translator in Malaysia to be valid.

Business and corporate documents – Contracts, company registration documents, tax filings, and financial statements need to be translated and certified for legal use.

Court filings and legal matters – If you’re involved in a legal dispute or submitting documents to Malaysian courts, a non-certified translation can result in your case being dismissed or delayed.

Education and employment documents – Diplomas, professional certifications, and employment contracts need to be officially translated for job applications and work permits.

If your document is being submitted to a government agency, embassy, bank, or court, there’s a strong chance it must be certified. Submitting anything less is a gamble that often leads to rejection.

What Makes a Translation “Certified”?

A certified translation isn’t just a word-for-word conversion of your document. It’s an officially recognised version, completed by a qualified translator, that includes:

A declaration of accuracy, signed by the translator or translation agency.

An official seal or stamp, proving that the translation is legally recognised.

A legally valid format, ensuring that every part of the original document—including stamps, signatures, and official markings—is replicated correctly.

In some cases, notarisation is also required, adding another layer of authentication. If your translated document lacks these elements, the Malaysian government won’t consider it valid—no matter how perfect the translation may seem.

The Hidden Cost of Cutting Corners

Some people try to save money by opting for non-certified translations, assuming that the authorities won’t notice. But when that document is rejected, they end up paying far more in re-application fees, extended processing times, and, in some cases, even legal costs.

Others rely on online translation tools or bilingual acquaintances, only to find that official agencies don’t accept their submissions. The time lost in correcting these mistakes is often more expensive than simply getting it done right the first time.

How to Avoid Rejection

If you’re submitting official documents in Malaysia, don’t leave your translation to chance. Make sure:

Your translation is certified – Always use a recognised certified translator in Malaysia to avoid unnecessary delays.

The format mirrors the original – Government agencies are particular about formatting, so your translation should match the original document as closely as possible.

You check the required language – Depending on the agency, your documents may need to be translated into Bahasa Malaysia or English—double-check before submitting.

Your translation includes a declaration of accuracy – If your document doesn’t come with an official certification stamp, there’s a strong chance it won’t be accepted.

The Bottom Line: Don’t Let a Bad Translation Derail Your Plans

Legal and government applications are already complicated enough—don’t make them harder by submitting translations that won’t be accepted. Whether you’re applying for a visa, registering a business, or filing legal documents, only certified translations in Malaysia provide the security and legal recognition you need.

So before you assume your translation is good enough, ask yourself: Is it certified? If not, it’s only a matter of time before the government sends it right back.

[rypulmedia]

Understanding the Second Amendment: A Conservative Perspective

In 2008, the U.S. Supreme Court made a big decision. They said Americans have the right to keep guns in their homes for protection. This ruling in District of Columbia v. Heller changed the game. It showed how important the Second Amendment is in keeping us safe from tyranny and protecting ourselves. The 1970s saw a big change in the conservative movement. The National Rifle Association became a…

[nationallawreview]

Lawsuit Challenges CFPB’s ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Rule

On Oct. 18, 2024, fintech trade group Financial Technology Association (FTA) filed a lawsuit challenging the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) final interpretative rule on “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) products. Released in May 2024, the CFPB’s interpretative rule classifies BNPL products as “credit cards” and their providers as “card issuers” and “creditors” for purposes of the Truth…

[seemabhatnagar]

"UP High Court Upholds Food Safety Standards: Sugandhit Supari Classified as Food Product Under FSSA, 2006"

The court held that "sugandhit supari" is classified as a food item under the Food Safety Standards Act, 2006, and not merely a tobacco product under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003. The summoning order passed by Additional Session Judge Jhasi and the non-bailable warrant issued by Additional District Judge Jhasi were upheld. The application under Section 482 Cr.P.C. for quashing these orders was dismissed.

Jagdish Prasad & Another v. State of UP & Another

Crl. Misc. Case No.11772/2024

Before the High Court of Allahabad

Heard by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal J

Fact:

The applicants firm M/s Balaji Traders Orai was involved in the manufacturing and sale of a product named "sugandhit supari".

An inspection was conducted by the Food Security Officer on 20.02.2020 at the manufacturing unit of the firm.

During the inspection, 370 packets of "sugandhit supari" were found, four of which were purchased and sent for analysis.

The food analyst's report indicated that the product contained tobacco, was of substandard quality, and did not meet labeling requirements.

A complaint was filed, leading to the summoning of the applicants and the issuance of a non-bailable warrant.

Legal Issue

Whether "sugandhit supari" is classified as a tobacco product or a food item under the relevant laws.

Whether the proceedings under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA, 2006) are valid if "sugandhit supari" is a tobacco product.

Point of arguments

Applicant's argument

"Sugandhit supari" is a tobacco product, and thus proceedings under the FSSA, 2006 are erroneous.

The product should be regulated under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003 (COTPA, 2003).

Even if considered a food item, the applicants hold a valid license, making the invocation of the FSSA, 2006 incorrect.

Opposite Party's Argument

"Sugandhit supari" is a food item and thus falls under the purview of the FSSA, 2006.The applicants failed to present a valid license at the time of inspection.

Court's Observation

The FSSA, 2006 regulates food items to ensure safety for human consumption, while the COTPA, 2003 focuses on regulating and controlling tobacco product.

It considered the inclusion of betel nut (supari) under the definition of food and primary food in the FSSA, 2006 and its standards under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.

Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006: Defines "food" as any substance intended for human consumption and includes primary food (Section 3(1)(j)). Betel nut falls under this category as it is a primary food product derived from agriculture.

COTPA, 2003: Regulates tobacco products listed in its schedule. Betel nut (supari) is not listed as a tobacco product under COTPA, 2003 unless it contains tobacco as an ingredient.

[psychicreading-live]

[cronagorgonzola]

Any time i try to look up a simple question online i have to check the date for every article i look at cause if it's from like 2022 or later theres a good chance it was written by chatgpt and therefore completely unreliable and this is the lamest shittiest future we could have made for ourselves. Its so indescribably disappointing to get halfway through an article that seems like it could have plausibly been written by a human being who knows what theyre talking about only to notice sentences repeating or contradictory information between sentences and realize youre just reading a word salad spat out by a computer that only knows how to create sentences that look plausibly real

[sbcdh]

“Oh gosh the fire. Yes it was truly a tragedy. You know, HECA79 was the prototype for the new regulation model. Well, haha, new for the time. It was the seventies after all. It really is fascinating. She was the first one we put in the class N tanks. Fascinating technology for the time, clever as the dickens. You see, the insides of the tank were to be lined with a thin layer of magnetically laminated gold calcite particles that formed a reflective lattice under electrical stimulation. A gold plated one-way mirror for brainwaves! I’m sure you understand, it was the best we could do for 1983-”

“So you subscribe to the, uh, equipment malfunction theory?”

“Huh? Oh! Oh. Terribly sorry. Equipment malfunction? As I recall, it functioned quite well.”

“So you believe the fire was caused by something else?”

“The fire? Oh. Well, I’m not quite sure. I don’t know the exact specifications, but if I recall correctly, there were all sorts of firebreaks and engineers and junior-engineers stationed all around –all helmeted, mind you�� to make sure that sort of thing never happened.”

“And yet.”

“And yet. Indeed…Well, between you and me, I think It was one of the junior engineers.”

“Is that so?”

“Oh yes. We were a bit of a maverick bunch back then. Reagan gave us all that research money, but, well, its always a bit different when the wheels hit the pavement haha. Oh. Oh. I hope I haven’t gotten anyone in trouble. They were nice lads all. Well, some of them were Germans, but nice lads.”

“We are more interested in your observations of HECA79. I was told you were able to directly observe her during the incident. If there is anything you can tell us, please, speak loudly enough for the tape to hear.”

“Oh! Oh gosh. You know, I completely forgot we were being taped haha! And you caught all of my rambling! Well, I think I can help you out. Oh yes. Now. You must understand. A good half of this is going to be embellished. You know how memories go, you always get more heroic looking back as time goes on haha. But yes, I think I can help you out. Ah, where should I start?”

“What was the first thing out of the ordinary that you noticed?”

“Her lips were moving.”

“Is that out of the ordinary?”

“By gosh for a plutophant yes! At full emmanation, there is no part of them that is not the market! Every neuron soaked in hypno-amphetamine rocket fuel! Most of them –if you’ll pardon my language sir– shit their tanks the moment their Id touches the sub-finantial background grid! What do you think half those tubes are for! A plutophant in full emmanation doesn’t have a braincell to spare to keep their sphincters closed, much less perform something as complex as speech!”

“I see. Could you make out what the asset was saying?”

“Oh no. No, I’m afraid not. I can’t read lips. Back in those days, they were hooked up to a helmet, and then the helmet read the delta-wave patterns, and then printed that on magnetic tape. That way, we could feed the tape to some lob-, ah translators, and have them interpret the feed.”

“When did her lips start to move? What time of day?”

“Funny thing, almost exactly at 12:03. I should have been off at lunch, but I was procrastinating. I had a crossword I was right on the edge of solving. It was one of those big words that goes all the way across the page. TIMEPIECE. I remember that clear as day.”

“Interesting. I have here that equipment registered the fire almost exactly seven minutes later.”

“Oh dear. Do you understand what that means sir?”

“No, please, enlighten me.”

“Is that a schematic of the N class tank you have there? Hand it over. Thank you sir. So. Back in 1983, we didn’t have any of the fancy digital equipment we have now. Well, we did, but not to the same degree. Most of our equipment was good old analogue. You see this module here? These weren’t part of our system. No, we were waiting on the replacements to show up.”

“And, what is that part?” 

“Think of it like the uh, ah yes, the carburetor in a car. It keeps everything balanced. Keeps the subjects metabolism steady so they don’t chew through the drugs too fast, keeps the tank at the ideal temperature for chemical reactions, without boiling the subject like a lobster haha. But the key is, it was completely mechanical. But at the end of the day, it's just a bunch of tubes full of fluid that move based on pressure differentials.”

“Which means?”

“Well, heat would throw it off.”

“Here, I think we have a schematic. Now, doctor, this is very important. I need you to explain to me exactly how the machine malfunctioned, and how it would affect HECA79.”

“Well technically, it wasn’t malfunctioning at all. It was functioning correctly, just under less-than-ideal circumstances. Oh, haha. Yes, haha, but thats not what you’re looking for haha. Yes. Well. What side did the fire hit it from? Do you know?”

“This one here.”

“Fascinating. Well. Then, the apparatus would have uh, hm. Oh dear.”

“Doctor.”

“It would have spiked the hypnostimulant feed, while introducing impurities.”

“Which means?”

“I- I haven’t the slightest idea. It would've been deadly, I can assure you that. But its as if…Its as if you had a car, coasting in neutral, downhill at terminal velocity, and then you switched gears to high gear, and then slammed the gas while spraying rocket fuel into the intake.”

“Could we ask you to write a full report on your speculation?”

“Frankly sir, I am as intrigued as you are. You would have to hold my wrists to keep me from writing on this. Fascinating.”

ENCLOSED: FINAL READOUT OF HECA79

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