Following protests throughout Spain in 2024, tourist arrivals increased 4.1% in the first seven months of 2025, according to its National Statistics Institute.

And it’s going up still, despite it being an issue before this year. It’s interesting that there’s still an increase despite the pushback.

Ilamentia. Abstract puzzle/3D platformer. The developer has made more polished games since, but this one lives in my head.

Makes me wonder if people who would have otherwise travelled to the US but decided not to are upping the numbers elsewhere.

You sure it’s not this?

Pardon me for checking your post history, but I noticed you’ve posted in the Canada community and therefore you might be Canadian. Is it possible you’ve been eating more local fruit this year due to boycotts? I wonder if there’s some relation.

I noticed my Ontario blueberries were very sweet this year, compared to the imported ones I’ve had in the past that could be somewhat bitter or tart. I have no evidence if this is a reason why they’re sweeter though, I’m just guessing.

Does your partner want a horse, or is it just you?

You’re telling me you never get in a silly mood and put on some In Flames? But only old In Flames, not that new shit.

I’m absolutely “the gatekeeper”, but these days I like to keep the gate open and welcome newcomers who are interested in hearing an old man’s ramblings.

If you’re not making at least 100k then you’d better be 10 feet tall

Contra (NES)

I’ll do this analyst’s job for half the pay

It’s because they’re stupid and they believe they’re smarter than us.

A teacher got caught for child luring online

It’s just for show

On the rare occasion I do order or go out to eat, I prefer food I can’t cook myself very well, like persian or asian food.

This is the way. I don’t have the means or qualifications to handle a rotating shawarma spit. Some things are best left to the experts.

There are a few around my desk because I often eat here, I get that bit.

Stop that. If you’re feeding them then you undermine the entire effort. Stop it.

My local arcade has a $5 entry fee, but games are free. The drinks are around $10 though.

I suggest you find a game to play

It’s a slow process. Look at the contrast between how you are currently feeling versus how you were at your lowest and realize the progress that you’ve made.

Demon Turf

3D platformer with some interesting mechanics and boss fights. Enjoying it so far. There are some mild collectathon elements, but nothing tedious. I like the art style a lot.