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  • What TV shows are absolutely worth watching?

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  • Dystopian Sci-Fi. Time travel Adventure

  • Abandoned Shopping Centre Playground. Eastern Austria

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  • Respectable. But some of us are just that desperate to get some Media Attention;)

  • Abandoned Shopping Centre Playground. Eastern Austria

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  • They may have already found you ‡o

  • Abandoned Shopping Centre Playground. Eastern Austria

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  • Sorry I am generally not giving out locations. But with a little bit of Detective work you can find it.

  • Abandoned Shopping Centre Playground. Eastern Austria

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  • Someone? Or something..?;)

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    Abandoned Shopping Centre Playground. Eastern Austria

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    20 Jobs that people once thought were irreplaceable are now just memories

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  • Saving you all some clicks:

    1. Knocker-Upper

    Before alarm clocks became widely available, individuals known as knocker-uppers were hired to wake people up at specific times. They used tools such as long sticks or small pebbles to tap on windows and ensure their clients didn’t oversleep. This profession was especially common during the Industrial Revolution, when workers needed to wake up early for factory shifts. As affordable and reliable alarm clocks became household staples, the role of the knocker-upper gradually vanished, making it one of the notable jobs that no longer exist.

    1. Lamplighter

    Lamplighters were responsible for lighting and extinguishing gas street lamps in towns and cities before electric lighting became standard. They typically carried ladders and torches to perform their duties. The job was crucial for maintaining public safety during the evenings. However, with the introduction of electric streetlights, the need for manual lamp maintenance disappeared, leading to the decline of this occupation. Lamplighters are now part of history, representing a bygone era of urban infrastructure.

    1. Resurrectionist

    Resurrectionists, also known as body snatchers, operated in the 18th and 19th centuries when medical schools faced a shortage of cadavers for dissection and study. These individuals illegally exhumed bodies from graveyards and sold them to medical institutions. The practice eventually became unnecessary due to changes in laws and regulations surrounding medical research and the use of donated cadavers. This controversial role is now remembered as one of the most peculiar jobs that no longer exist.

    1. Lector

    Lectors were employed in factories to read aloud to workers during their shifts, providing entertainment and information. This role was particularly popular in cigar factories, where the work was repetitive and workers appreciated having something to listen to. With the advent of radios and other personal entertainment devices, the lector’s services were no longer required. This profession is an example of how technology reshapes the way people consume information and engage during work.

    1. Switchboard Operator

    Switchboard operators played a critical role in early telephone systems, manually connecting calls by plugging in cables on a switchboard. This job required precision and strong communication skills, as operators facilitated communication between households and businesses. The development of automated telephone systems in the mid-20th century rendered this role obsolete, and switchboard operators became another addition to the list of jobs that no longer exist.

    1. Pin Setter

    Before the introduction of automated bowling pinsetters, pin setters were hired to manually reset pins after each round in bowling alleys. This job required physical effort and quick reflexes, as workers had to clear fallen pins and rearrange them during gameplay. The mechanization of bowling alleys in the mid-20th century replaced this manual task with automated machines, eliminating the need for human pin setters. Today, this job is a historical reminder of how automation revolutionized entertainment facilities.

    1. Ice Cutter

    Ice cutters were essential in the days before modern refrigeration. These workers harvested large blocks of ice from frozen lakes and rivers during the winter, storing them in ice houses for use throughout the year. The ice was then distributed to homes and businesses for food preservation. The invention and widespread adoption of electric refrigerators made this physically demanding job obsolete, as refrigeration technology provided a more efficient and reliable alternative.

    1. Milkman

    Milkmen were once a common sight in neighborhoods, delivering fresh milk directly to homes. This job was vital before supermarkets and widespread refrigeration, as milk needed to be delivered frequently to maintain freshness. As grocery stores became more accessible and home refrigeration became standard, the role of the milkman gradually disappeared. This shift marked a significant change in how households obtained and stored food supplies.

    1. Typist Pool Worker

    Typist pools were integral to office operations before the advent of computers and word processing software. These teams of workers specialized in typing documents, correspondence, and reports for businesses. The development of personal computers and office software reduced the demand for dedicated typists, as employees began handling their own typing tasks. This transformation significantly changed the dynamics of office work, making typist pool workers another addition to jobs that no longer exist.

    1. Telegraph Operator

    Telegraph operators were responsible for sending and receiving messages using Morse code. This role was critical for communication in the 19th and early 20th centuries, enabling rapid information exchange over long distances. The emergence of telephones and later, digital communication technologies, rendered telegraphs and their operators unnecessary. As a result, this once-vital occupation became obsolete, showcasing how advancements in communication technology reshape the workforce.

    1. Elevator Operator

    Before elevators became automated, elevator operators were essential for navigating floors in multi-story buildings. These workers manually operated the controls, ensuring passengers reached their desired floors safely. They also provided a personal touch by greeting and assisting passengers. The introduction of automated elevator systems with easy-to-use buttons made this job unnecessary, marking the end of an era in building management.

    1. Switchboard Manager

    Switchboard managers oversaw teams of switchboard operators, ensuring efficient call routing and resolving any issues that arose during manual telephone operations. This supervisory role was crucial in managing communication flow before automation. As automated telephone systems replaced manual switchboards, the demand for switchboard managers also disappeared, showcasing another shift driven by technological advancements.

    1. Log Driver

    Log drivers, also known as river drivers, were responsible for guiding logs downstream to mills by navigating waterways. This job required significant skill and physical strength, as workers balanced on floating logs and directed their movements. The rise of railroads and advancements in logging machinery eliminated the need for this physically demanding occupation, highlighting how technological improvements often replace manual labor jobs.

    1. Powder Monkey

    Powder monkeys were young workers employed on naval ships to transport gunpowder from the storage areas to the cannons during battle. This job was physically taxing and extremely dangerous, as workers were often exposed to enemy fire. As naval warfare evolved and ships began using automated systems and advanced weaponry, this hazardous job was no longer required, becoming a part of history.

    1. Factory Fireman

    Factory firemen were employed during the industrial era to stoke and maintain the fires in steam-powered machinery, ensuring the equipment operated efficiently. Their job involved shoveling coal into furnaces and monitoring the heat levels. The transition to electricity and other energy sources led to the decline of steam power, and with it, the role of the factory fireman was phased out. This change highlights the transformative impact of energy innovations on the workforce.

    1. Projectionist

    Projectionists were responsible for operating film projectors in movie theaters, ensuring that films were displayed correctly for audiences. This job required technical skill and attention to detail to manage film reels and maintain the projection equipment. With the transition to digital projectors and automation in theaters, the role of projectionist has largely disappeared. Digital technology has streamlined the process, making manual operation of projectors obsolete.

    1. Leech Collector

    Leech collectors gathered leeches from ponds and marshes for medical purposes, particularly for bloodletting—a common medical practice in earlier centuries. The job involved locating and collecting live leeches, often requiring workers to endure bites. With the decline of bloodletting as a treatment and the rise of modern medical practices, leech collecting became unnecessary, making it a relic of the past.

    1. Typesetter

    Typesetters played a critical role in the printing industry, arranging individual characters by hand to prepare text for printing presses. This labor-intensive process was vital for creating newspapers, books, and other printed materials. The advent of digital typesetting and desktop publishing tools eliminated the need for manual typesetting, transforming how content is prepared for print.

    1. Human Computer

    Human computers were people, typically women, employed to perform complex mathematical calculations manually. These individuals worked in various fields, including astronomy and engineering, to compute data for scientific and military purposes. The development of electronic computers rendered human computers obsolete, as machines could process calculations much faster and more accurately, leading to the widespread automation of tasks that once required manual labor.

    1. Coal Stoker on Trains

    Coal stokers, also known as firemen, were responsible for shoveling coal into steam train engines to maintain proper combustion and power. This physically demanding job was essential for the operation of steam locomotives. With the transition to diesel and electric trains, coal stokers were no longer needed, marking a significant technological shift in the transportation industry.

  • People with filial bondings measure the flight of time through the growth of their children. What about them those who have no children ?

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  • Wristwatch and wrinkles

  • he is illegal for an amazing reason

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  • Amazingly invasive species

  • What is the philosophical take that always make you feel weird

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  • After a whole semester of 'theory of God' my conclusion was that the only way to approach God as a philosophical concept was to say nothing. Cause everything I could say must be, by definition insufficient. Also if there is a God as a conscious entity it's existence must be terribly lonley and frustrating. So yea, that felt a bit funny overall.

  • What the Frunk? Ford Now Charging Buyers For 2026 Mustang Mach-E’s Front Trunk

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  • So if you choose a frunkless model what is in that space instead? Or do you just get an akwardly short car?

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  • Iran war: Hegseth says Tuesday 'will be our most intense day of strikes'

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  • Not to kinkshame but, I have never seen a politician getting so openly aroused by War before.

  • Trump bashed for using Mar-a-Lago 'blanket fort' to monitor Iran strikes

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  • "Ok, Millenial..." 🙄

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  • ...time to die

  • "Ok, Millenial..." 🙄

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  • A Content Beerus?

  • What Lemmy/Piefed communities are YOUR personal favourites?

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  • Video. North Korea opens homes for troops killed in Ukraine

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  • In case anyone elses dumb brain was wondering why a dead soldier needs a new home:

    North Korea opens a Pyongyang housing district for families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine, as Kim Jong Un vows to honour “martyrs”.

  • Bayern hebt Cannabis-Verbot in staatlichen Parks auf

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  • Endlich legal Bubatz im Monopterus. Wie der Herrgott es immer vorgesehen hatte.

  • Asklemmy @lemmy.ml
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    What is a little thing that is a sign of good friendship to you?

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    What is the current state of National Butterfly center in Texas?

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    The people developing vegan meat alternatives must have eaten a lot of meat beforehand so they can replicate the taste and texture.

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    A reboot of the X-Files but this time Scully is always right. Everything has a totally rational explanation and Mulder slowly loses his belive in the supernatural.

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    Can anyone help identify this spider? Found on a celing in Austria.

  • ich_iel @feddit.org
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    ich🔒iel

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    Ich☀️iel

  • Asklemmy @lemmy.ml
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    Is this a Maggot and, if yes, what kind?

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    ich🥤iel

  • Asklemmy @lemmy.ml
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    What good/positive habits have you taken away from your time in Covid lockdown and kept up since then?

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    Is the country you are from more of a 'Hugger' or a 'formal Handshake' kind of culture when it comes to greeting each other?

  • Berlin @feddit.de
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    Maisie Hitchcock of Berlins 'Radio Spaetkauf' Podcast has passed away.

    www.radiospaetkauf.com /2023/08/maisie-hitchcock/
  • What's this Bug? @lemmy.ml
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    what are these orange-brownish bugs around some sort of eggs or larve?

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    ich↗️iel

  • Podcasts @lemmy.ml
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    Eli5 The Businessmodel of IHeart Radio. How does this work?