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27 February 1964
John Lennon and Paul McCartney record 15 takes of "If I Fell" into the same microphone.
Jeez EMI, spend a little money why don't you?
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#OTD in Irish History | 27 February:
1495 – Garret Mór Fitzgerald, Eighth Earl of Kildare, is arrested in Dublin by Sir Edward Poynings, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. 1760 – François Thurot holds the castle and the town of Carrickfergus until this date. 1792 – The Irish House of Commons is partly destroyed by fire. 1841 – William Bruce, Sr., the last surviving member of the Ulster Volunteer convention of 1783, a group that fostered…
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International Polar Bear Day
Polar bears are furry and majestic beasts that roam across the cold Arctic ice. However, in the past few decades, sea ice in the Arctic has been melting at an alarmingly fast rate, leading the polar ice cap to shrink over time. Because of this, polar bears have been losing their habitats, their sources of food and, ultimately, dying from starvation and exhaustion.
International Polar Bear Day aims to raise awareness of the issues threatening these creatures and encourage change.
Why polar bears are the perfect Arctic animal
Polar bears are the apex predators of the Arctic, perfectly adapted to the icy landscape and ocean. It’s thought that they diverged from the brown bear as far back as 6 million years ago – as they moved north, they gradually evolved to brave the formidable polar conditions.
With their thick fur and ample body fat providing plenty of insulation, along with their small ears and tails minimizing heat loss, these ice bears are often more at risk of overheating than they are of freezing! Pair this with their large, padded paws, which turn them into powerful swimmers as well as proficient Arctic explorers, able to spread their weight on thin ice and grip onto the slippery surface, and it’s no wonder these marine mammals dominate the food chain.
Polar bears are spread across the Arctic Ocean, from Alaska in the west to Russia in the east and with around two thirds found in Canada. They mainly eat seals, which they catch either by creeping up on them while they rest on the ice or more commonly through a method known as ‘still-hunting’, in which they lie in wait besides seals’ breathing holes, poised for their dinner to appear.
The Inuit and other Arctic peoples have a close relationship with these magnificent bears, showing them great respect in both their culture and their hunting techniques. Legends and folk tales depict the nanuq (the Inuit term for polar bear) as a wise and spiritual being with an affinity to humans. And when it comes to hunting, they make use of almost all parts of the bear for food, clothes, fuel and medicine, meaning nothing goes to waste.
History of International Polar Bear Day
Organized by Polar Bears International, International Polar Bear Day aims to raise awareness of the plight of polar bears and the threats they face, including disruption to denning and the effects of climate change.
Commercial activities such as oil and gas exploration, shipping, mining and tourism have been affecting the polar bear’s habitat and ability to survive, in particular by encroaching on the terrain that mother bears use to build dens and raise their cubs.
Alongside these industries competing for precious space in the Arctic, the polar ice cap on which the bears depend is also melting due to climate change. They live off of the sea ice, relying on it for hunting, traveling, breeding and denning. And it’s vital that they maintain sufficient fat reserves to protect against the cold. Depleted sea ice affects both their food source and their habitat, increasing the risk of starvation and making it harder to raise cubs.
As a result of these developments, polar bears have been classed as ‘vulnerable’ by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which means this beautiful species could decline by over a third within three generations and is potentially at risk of extinction if temperatures continue to increase.
International Polar Bear Day is therefore all about conservation. To celebrate, people take the time to learn about polar bears, their ecosystem and how our actions have been harming their existence. They also pledge to reduce their carbon footprint and to speak with others about the effects that climate change has on polar bears.
International Polar Bear Day Timeline
1774 Polar Bears are first documented
The first to describe the existence of a Polar Bear, Constantine John Phipps makes a report about his trip to the North Pole the previous year.
2004 Oldest Polar Bear fossil is found
Considered to be more than 100,000 years old, the jawbone fossil of a Polar Bear is found on Prince Charles Foreland, which is an island in Norway.
2008 Polar Bears are listed as threatened
As their habitat on the icy seas continues to melt, Polar Bears are considered threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
2011 First International Polar Bear Day is Observed
In an effort to encourage raising awareness of the plight of these threatened animals, International Polar Bear Day is created.
2014 University of Saskatchewan commits to helping Polar Bears
In honor of International Polar Bear Day, the University of Saskatchewan commits to turning their thermostats up two degrees in the summer and down two degrees in the winter to do their part to limit global warming and save the Polar Bears.
How to celebrate International Polar Bear Day
We can all do our bit to help protect these vulnerable creatures and ensure that they thrive. To celebrate this special day, why not donate some money to the Polar Bears International organization to help fund its research into polar bears and their conservation? You can also choose to adopt a polar bear, either for yourself or a loved one, through organizations such as the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
If you’re lucky enough to live near one, visit a local zoo or polar bear sanctuary to get up close and personal with these amazing animals. These kinds of organizations also contribute to conservation and research, for example by caring for orphaned cubs, so it’s great to support them and their efforts. And any intrepid explorers out there can even encounter polar bears in the wild through careful and considerate ecotourism opportunities.
Polar Bears International hosts various live events in the run-up to and on International Polar Bear Day, so check out their website to see what’s on offer. You can also make use of their polar bear tracker, which allows you to follow real-life bears as they make their way across the Arctic landscape.
With climate change posing one of the biggest threats to wildlife and people everywhere, International Polar Bear Day is also a great time to commit to lifestyle changes that will benefit the planet and all its inhabitants. Talk with your friends, family and colleagues about what climate change is and share some facts you’ve learned about how it affects polar bears. Help reduce your carbon footprint by recycling more, using less water, bicycling to work or buying items from environmentally friendly companies.
Together, we can all work to create a brighter future for polar bears.
International Polar Bear Day FAQs
What is International Polar Bear Day?
Created to raise awareness about the plight of polar bears and their conservation status. The day encourages individuals to consider their impact on the planet to minimize the effect of global warming on these beautiful polar bears.
Are Polar Bears endangered?
Polar Bears were categorized as “threatened” on the endangered species list in May 2008, due to the fact that global warming is causing their frozen habitat to be limited in size and seasons.
When is International Polar Bear Day?
February 27 is celebrated as International Polar Bear Day each year.
Are Polar Bears dangerous?
While they are not inherently vicious, Polar Bears are large enough to see humans as a threat or as an option for food. Plus, as their frozen habitat is diminishing, they may spend more time on land and be attracted to places where humans reside.
How can I help Polar Bears?
With the knowledge the Polar Bears are at risk, many people wonder how to help. Feel free to join an event, help raise awareness, sign a petition and help reduce climate change.
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@Michael5SOS: Plaid on plaid. is that a thing ??? Im bored and in the car on the way to Norwich #entertainme
27 February 2014
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oediex · 2 months
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When I wake up, my back feels fragile. A tiny movement backwards and pain sears through my body. I turn on my side and push myself up on my arms, the back-friendly way to get up. When I'm in the shower, I sit down on my knees after only five minutes. Partly because it's a habit I picked up when, pre-surgery, my back would start to hurt after standing up for that long, and partly because a change of posture is good for my back. On my bicycle, I don't feel any pain, and I thank whichever gods I don't believe in that it is so. How else would I get anywhere? When I sit down at my therapist's, I have to rearrange the cushions, so that my back feels supported. When I get back up an hour later, I do so by pushing my body up on my arms. Back home, I'm sitting on my couch and it's a struggle today. I change my posture often, but it's no help. Lying down makes no difference either.
In the moments in between, when I don't feel pain, I feel discomfort instead. It doesn't hurt, but it doesn't feel right, either. My back still feels present somehow, I cannot forget its existence. For almost three years now, I am aware of my back every moment I am awake. Not an hour goes by in which I don't feel something.
Yet people around me are still surprised when I express my pain or discomfort either audibly or silently, by carefully changing my posture or involuntarily contorting my face.
"How's your back?" they may ask, as if the answer is different from the last time they saw me. So I tell them it's the same. The less tactful question enquires if my back hurts, as if I'm groaning for the fun of it.
Yes. Yes, my back hurts. Every day.
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27 February 2024
Graphic designer Karam Naji reports from Al-Awda Hospital in north Gaza. He says the hospital has announced that all of operations have completely shut down. The hospital, already at severely decreased capacity, is now completely nonfunctional.
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Fit: No one's gonna be homophobic in this village anymore 'cuz we've got the gay crystals here! No one is going to be homophobic in this village any longer!
Ramon: gg --> gay gnomes
Fit: [Laughs] That's right. They heard you were being homophobic so they had to come kill a couple of horses, you know? It's- yeah, it's the Gay Gnome mafia, is what this is.
Pac: Gay Gnome mafia? [Laughs] Maybe you're gonna wake up tomorrow and... all your stables gonna be gone and all your horses gonna be dead, and BOOM! The gnomes gonna be–
Ramon: but we are gay friendly so...
Pac: Oh yeah, we are gay-friendly, yeah, you're right, you're right Ramon. They wouldn't do such a thing.
Fit: [Laughs] Wait, Ramon– we're not just gay-friendly, we are GAY.
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Featuring: the Town of Fobo, the Gay Gnome mafia, and Fit and Pac explaining to Ramon why they're more than just "gay-friendly."
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Fit: No one's gonna be homophobic in this village anymore 'cuz we've got the gay crystals here! No one is going to be homophobic in this village any longer!
Pac: [Laughs] "The gay crystals..."
Fit: It is NOT happening!
Ramon: gg --> gay gnomes
Pac: [Laughs] "GG: Gay Gnomes"
Fit: [Laughs] That's right. They heard you were being homophobic so they had to come kill a couple of horses, you know? Yeah!
Pac: Yeah! Yeah, that- yeah! Perfect, perfect, that's the story, you know- that's the lore behind it.
Fit: It's- yeah, it's the Gay Gnome mafia, is what this is.
Pac: Gay Gnome mafia? [Laughs]
Fit: They heard they were being homophobic.
Pac: Maybe you're gonna wake up tomorrow and... all your stables gonna be gone and all your horses gonna be dead, and BOOM! The gnomes gonna be-
Fit: The gnomes, the gnomes! You know? The gnomes! They strike again.
Pac: [Laughs] The gnomes!
[Fit and Pac practice the Portuguese pronunciation of "gnomes"]
Ramon: but we are gay friendly so...
Pac: Oh yeah, we are gay-friendly, yeah, you're right, you're right Ramon.
Fit: Yeah, they're not g-
Pac: They wouldn't do such a thing.
Fit: [Laughs] Wait, Ramon– we're not just gay-friendly, we are GAY.
[Fit and Pac laugh while Ramon faceplants, Pac joining him on the ground faceplanting next to him moments later]
Pac: Ramon! That's even- that's- that's even better, Fit! They wouldn't even like- they wouldn't even get close to us, you knwo?
Fit: That's right, that's right.
[They both laugh]
Fit: That's r- oh wow, oh this... Good times, good times, good times.
Pac: Good times.
[They both laugh again]
Fit: Oh man... Good times on the QSMP, you love to see it, love to see it.
Pac: Yeah!
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“We didn’t really know each other at all before the first film. We became very close and now he’s like my brother, he’s like family to me. I’m grateful to have this experience with someone who again feels like family. We get to look around and have these experiences. How cool is that? [He’s] someone you know you’re going to be friends with for a long time. I hope we’re like Javier and Josh. They sit around and talk about ‘remember when we made this movie together? Do you remember this or do you remember that?’ I hope we have the same kind of thing on Dune 12.”
-Zendaya talking about her friendship with Timothée
YouTube credit to iHollywoodTV
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Anti-Slavery Petition from Women of America
Record Group 46: Records of the U.S. SenateSeries: Petitions and Related Documents That Were Presented, Read, or Tabled
PETITION. ____ To the Honorable the Senate of the united States and House of Representatives: Your petitioners, women of America, whose names are hereunto subscribed, constrained by the love of humanity, address you in behalf of the claims of a million and a half of their sex, who are afforded no legal protection for the heart's dearest ties, or WOMAN'S "sacred honor," but with their husbands, sons, and brothers, are the doomed victims of a system that dwarfs the intel- lect, degrades the morals, and debases the entire being. Believing that they are solemnly bound to "remember those that are in bonds, as bound with them," and believing that in this AGE OF LIGHT, while the great principles of LIBERTY are anima- ting the nations, that the government of these United States-this "Model Republic"-should use all its constitutional power to eradicate, within its own bounds, an evil which is being repudiated by the civilized world as its direct curse-they are constrained respectfully and earnestly to pray your honorable body at once to devise such measures as may come legitimately within their prov- ince, both to prevent the farther extension of American Slavery, and to withdraw the protection and countenance hitherto afforded by your Government and Flag to the American Slave Trade, and to suppress Slavery effectually in those sections over which Congress has competent jurisdic- tion. And your petitioners will ever pray. Rosetta M Cowles Mary Ann Perkins Jane N Coan Julia A Curtys K[illegible] C. North G A Sues Rosetta L Merriam Harriat P Pratt Sarah D. Linsley Alma Dunham Harriet F Foster Charlotte Melone Bridget Mason Margaret Moran Ann Moran Martha G Fowler Berille Shipman Sarah Shipmen Caroline Shipmen
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— February 27, 1912 / Franz Kafka diaries
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dateinthelife · 1 year
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27 February 1962
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Today marks the Beatles' 89th performance at the Cavern Club.
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Happy 4th Birthday to
“Mark and Ethan Go on a "Drum Date"”
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International Polar Bear Day
Polar bears are furry and majestic beasts that roam across the cold Arctic ice. However, in the past few decades, sea ice in the Arctic has been melting at an alarmingly fast rate, leading the polar ice cap to shrink over time. Because of this, polar bears have been losing their habitats, their sources of food and, ultimately, dying from starvation and exhaustion.
International Polar Bear Day aims to raise awareness of the issues threatening these creatures and encourage change.
Why polar bears are the perfect Arctic animal
Polar bears are the apex predators of the Arctic, perfectly adapted to the icy landscape and ocean. It’s thought that they diverged from the brown bear as far back as 6 million years ago – as they moved north, they gradually evolved to brave the formidable polar conditions.
With their thick fur and ample body fat providing plenty of insulation, along with their small ears and tails minimizing heat loss, these ice bears are often more at risk of overheating than they are of freezing! Pair this with their large, padded paws, which turn them into powerful swimmers as well as proficient Arctic explorers, able to spread their weight on thin ice and grip onto the slippery surface, and it’s no wonder these marine mammals dominate the food chain.
Polar bears are spread across the Arctic Ocean, from Alaska in the west to Russia in the east and with around two thirds found in Canada. They mainly eat seals, which they catch either by creeping up on them while they rest on the ice or more commonly through a method known as ‘still-hunting’, in which they lie in wait besides seals’ breathing holes, poised for their dinner to appear.
The Inuit and other Arctic peoples have a close relationship with these magnificent bears, showing them great respect in both their culture and their hunting techniques. Legends and folk tales depict the nanuq (the Inuit term for polar bear) as a wise and spiritual being with an affinity to humans. And when it comes to hunting, they make use of almost all parts of the bear for food, clothes, fuel and medicine, meaning nothing goes to waste.
History of International Polar Bear Day
Organized by Polar Bears International, International Polar Bear Day aims to raise awareness of the plight of polar bears and the threats they face, including disruption to denning and the effects of climate change.
Commercial activities such as oil and gas exploration, shipping, mining and tourism have been affecting the polar bear’s habitat and ability to survive, in particular by encroaching on the terrain that mother bears use to build dens and raise their cubs.
Alongside these industries competing for precious space in the Arctic, the polar ice cap on which the bears depend is also melting due to climate change. They live off of the sea ice, relying on it for hunting, traveling, breeding and denning. And it’s vital that they maintain sufficient fat reserves to protect against the cold. Depleted sea ice affects both their food source and their habitat, increasing the risk of starvation and making it harder to raise cubs.
As a result of these developments, polar bears have been classed as ‘vulnerable’ by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which means this beautiful species could decline by over a third within three generations and is potentially at risk of extinction if temperatures continue to increase.
International Polar Bear Day is therefore all about conservation. To celebrate, people take the time to learn about polar bears, their ecosystem and how our actions have been harming their existence. They also pledge to reduce their carbon footprint and to speak with others about the effects that climate change has on polar bears.
International Polar Bear Day Timeline
1774 Polar Bears are first documented
The first to describe the existence of a Polar Bear, Constantine John Phipps makes a report about his trip to the North Pole the previous year.
2004 Oldest Polar Bear fossil is found
Considered to be more than 100,000 years old, the jawbone fossil of a Polar Bear is found on Prince Charles Foreland, which is an island in Norway.
2008 Polar Bears are listed as threatened
As their habitat on the icy seas continues to melt, Polar Bears are considered threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
2011 First International Polar Bear Day is Observed
In an effort to encourage raising awareness of the plight of these threatened animals, International Polar Bear Day is created.
2014 University of Saskatchewan commits to helping Polar Bears
In honor of International Polar Bear Day, the University of Saskatchewan commits to turning their thermostats up two degrees in the summer and down two degrees in the winter to do their part to limit global warming and save the Polar Bears.
How to celebrate International Polar Bear Day
We can all do our bit to help protect these vulnerable creatures and ensure that they thrive. To celebrate this special day, why not donate some money to the Polar Bears International organization to help fund its research into polar bears and their conservation? You can also choose to adopt a polar bear, either for yourself or a loved one, through organizations such as the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
If you’re lucky enough to live near one, visit a local zoo or polar bear sanctuary to get up close and personal with these amazing animals. These kinds of organizations also contribute to conservation and research, for example by caring for orphaned cubs, so it’s great to support them and their efforts. And any intrepid explorers out there can even encounter polar bears in the wild through careful and considerate ecotourism opportunities.
Polar Bears International hosts various live events in the run-up to and on International Polar Bear Day, so check out their website to see what’s on offer. You can also make use of their polar bear tracker, which allows you to follow real-life bears as they make their way across the Arctic landscape.
With climate change posing one of the biggest threats to wildlife and people everywhere, International Polar Bear Day is also a great time to commit to lifestyle changes that will benefit the planet and all its inhabitants. Talk with your friends, family and colleagues about what climate change is and share some facts you’ve learned about how it affects polar bears. Help reduce your carbon footprint by recycling more, using less water, bicycling to work or buying items from environmentally friendly companies.
Together, we can all work to create a brighter future for polar bears.
International Polar Bear Day FAQs
What is International Polar Bear Day?
Created to raise awareness about the plight of polar bears and their conservation status. The day encourages individuals to consider their impact on the planet to minimize the effect of global warming on these beautiful polar bears.
Are Polar Bears endangered?
Polar Bears were categorized as “threatened” on the endangered species list in May 2008, due to the fact that global warming is causing their frozen habitat to be limited in size and seasons.
When is International Polar Bear Day?
February 27 is celebrated as International Polar Bear Day each year.
Are Polar Bears dangerous?
While they are not inherently vicious, Polar Bears are large enough to see humans as a threat or as an option for food. Plus, as their frozen habitat is diminishing, they may spend more time on land and be attracted to places where humans reside.
How can I help Polar Bears?
With the knowledge the Polar Bears are at risk, many people wonder how to help. Feel free to join an event, help raise awareness, sign a petition and help reduce climate change.
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The Chainsmokers and 5SOS talk about their upcoming World War Joy tour
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How Niall Horan is responsible for the 5SOS x Chainsmokers collab
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27 February 2024
Journalist Mousa Salem documents the dire conditions for displaced people in north Gaza, such as this family, living in an outdoor stairway of a shelter center due to the lack of anywhere else to stay
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Pac: It's too much coins, you know? It's too much money! 10,000 coins, that's a lot of money!
Fit: No, for you? It's worth it. What's mine is yours, what's mine is yours, Pac.
Pac: Aww... No, I- [Stammers and laughs] You broke me, I don't even know what to say! Not even in Portuguese!
Fit: It's all good Pac, you know, 'cuz– we're a family, so we gotta stick together!
Pac: The best family ever, thank you so much. I couldn't have asked for a better one. Can we hug?
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I still frequently think about how sweet it was that Fit gave Pac enough coins to help him unlock Create. It was something that meant a lot to both q!Pac and cc Pac, and it was really sweet to see. :')
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Fit: So, you're trying to unlock Create, right?
Pac: Uh-huh, yes. I have 5,700 coins and 15,000 missing.
Fit: So... I was talking with Ramon, and it turns out that– well, I've been trying to unlock Create so that Ramon can use it, but since you are technically– you count as his father... If you unlock Create, it means that Ramon will be able to use it as well. So what I'm gonna do Pac, I'm gonna give you all my coins so you can unlock Create really soon, so that way Ramon can have it.
Pac: WHAT? No– really? Are you serious, are you being serious?
Fit: Yeah! because I'm not planning to use Create, I was just going to unlock it for Ramon, so if you have it, then he gets to use it too. So everyone- everyone wins. Everyone's happy.
Pac: [Stammers] What- I- I- I don't have words to thank you. Thank you so much, Fit! But that's so much money, we can't spend it on these things now!
Fit: Well, ok– so I want to give you– I just want to have a few extra for emergency cookies. If I give you 10,000 coins, would that be ok?
Pac: I- really? I- I- [Stammers] I don't even know what- what to say, Fit!
Fit: Yeah, yeah! I mean, you know, I just– I just– you know, I think... it just works out for everyone.
Pac: It's too much coins, you know? It's too much money!
Fit: No, no...
Pac: 10,000 coins, that's a lot of money!
Fit: No, for you? It's worth it. What's mine is yours, what's mine is yours, Pac. What's mine is yours.
Pac: Aww... No, I- [Stammers and laughs] You broke me, I don't even know what to say! Not even in Portuguese!
Fit: Oh, well– it's all good Pac, it's all good, you know, 'cuz– we're a family, so we gotta stick together!
Pac: The best family ever, thank you so much. I couldn't have asked for a better one. Thank you so much Ramon for the [ ??? ]. How cool. Can we hug?
Fit: Of course, of course, of course! Bring it in, Ramon. Bring it in, bring it in. There we go.
Pac: Thank you so much Fit, thank you so much Ramon. I will repay you. I will try to be the best Create-user of all.
Fit: Oh, sweet. Yeah, I have complete faith in you, Pac. I know you can do it.
Pac: Thank– like, with great things comes great responsibility, right?
Fit: Oh yeah, mhmm!
Pac: I think uhm, from- from– I don't know who said that, but you know, I will try my best to use the Create as smart as I can so I can get some resources for you as well, Fit. And I'm gonna pay you back! If you- if you actually handed me like, 10,000 coins, oh my god that's so much money! [Laughs]
Fit: No, you don't have to pay me back, Pac. You don't have to pay me back.
Pac: R-re– Ok, are you sure about–? I insist, you know?
Fit: Oh, just having you around is payment enough, Pac! Just having you around is payment enough.
Pac: Oh, that's so sweet Fit, I'm speechless, you know. I'm speechless. Thank you so much! Like, oh my god–
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