Here’s my situation—I have a PB Visa card and I need to cover the shipping costs for a package $6.75 but I don't have any cash on hand. Does anyone know what my total out-of-pocket expense will be?
I'm currently in a small rural town and there isn't an ATM anywhere in sight.
Hi everyone—my laptop finally gave up the ghost after five years of solid service, and the only thing I managed to salvage from the wreckage was the Hard Drive. Now I'm wondering if there is any way to make that drive function like a standard USB stick? Is there a specific cable or adapter out there for this purpose? If so, what exactly should I be looking for, and what kind of price range am I looking at? Also, is it necessary to get some kind of protective case to keep the Hard Drive safe from dust and debris?
I find myself constantly coming up with ideas for systemic reforms and innovations across just about every sector—but I honestly struggle with how to actually bring them to life. As a sociology student, these thoughts are really more of an intellectual hobby for me; I enjoy the mental exercise, but I lack the roadmap to move beyond mere social discourse. In the end, they usually just remain interesting talking points rather than becoming anything tangible.
Hi everyone—I know this is a bit of a tangent, but I figured it was better to ask here rather than cluttering things up by starting a whole new thread. So, about two weeks ago, I was playing basketball and some guy absolutely leveled me—he came in hard with his hip right into my nose, putting his full weight behind it. It was incredibly painful at the moment, and my eyes were stinging like crazy, but since I didn't really think much of it at the time and just moved on, I'm only now noticing something off. Looking at a photo of myself, my nose definitely looks different—it's got this slight curve to it now. Is there any chance it’s actually broken? It doesn't really hurt anymore, but when I touch it, I can feel something hard where it shouldn't be.
George Sullivan said:3. USA vs. Wales - Double Chance 1X (Bale is a question mark given those Real Madrid transfer rumors—and let’s be honest, even the top clubs struggle to scrape results out of a hostile atmosphere in a place like Skopje—plus, the Americans actually have a more talented roster than the Welsh right now) odds 1.30
Tome Pachovski - Mechelen Darko Tofiloski - Košice Kristijan Naumovski - Steaua București
Boban Grncharov - Botev Plovdiv Stefan Ristovski - Latina Nikolche Noveski - Mainz Vanche Shikov - Volyn Aleksandar Lazevski - Hoverla Daniel Georgievski - Steaua Daniel Mojsov - Brann Daniel Ivanovski - Mjällby
Ostoja Stjepanovikj - Wisła Darko Tasevski - Ironi Kiryat Shmona Nikola Gligorov - Xuzer David Babunski - Barcelona B Ivan Trichkovski - Waasland-Beveren
Goran Pandev - Napoli Mirko Ivanovski - Astra Agim Ibraimi - Maribor Aleksandar Trajkovski - Zulte Waregem Adis Jahovikj - Wil Jovan Kostovski - OH Leuven
Wales
Wayne Hennessey - Wolverhampton Wanderers Glyn Myhill - West Bromwich Albion Owain Fon Williams - Tranmere Rovers
Ben Davies - Swansea City () Neal Eardley - Birmingham City Danny Gabbidon - Crystal Palace Chris Gunter - Reading Adam Matthews - Celtic Samuel Ricketts - Wolverhampton Wanderers Neil Taylor - Swansea City () Ashley Williams - Swansea City ()
Joe Allen - Liverpool Jack Collison - West Ham United Andrew Crofts - Brighton & Hove Albion Andy King - Leicester City Joe Ledley - Celtic Aaron Ramsey - Arsenal Jonathan Williams - Crystal Palace
Gareth Bale - Tottenham Hotspur Craig Bellamy - Cardiff City () Simon Church - Charlton Athletic Hal Robson-Kanu - Reading Sam Vokes - Burnley
The Americans have everything going for them—except perhaps a squad that truly outclasses the Welsh side.
I’ll be honest—yesterday was an absolute nightmare. Watching Dortmund squander those wide-open scoring opportunities was enough to make me lose my cool, especially since it felt like they were essentially throwing my money right out of my wallet. My original strategy was to play it safe with a double chance, but there’s no need to go into all that—you all know how these betting narratives usually go.
For today's slate, I’m revisiting the Tottenham and Benfica picks from my colleague over on the previous thread, while also adding Fenerbahçe vs. Lazio: draw or halftime/fulltime X (1.6), though you could also consider a shot at under 3 goals (1.65). The Italians tend to play a very gritty, defensive style of football, and even though Fenerbahçe has been dominant in their domestic league, they haven't exactly been high-scoring goal machines in the Europa League so far.
Look, I’m usually not one to lean into these types of spreads—it's just not my typical style—but when you're in the knockout stages, a goal margin actually matters quite a bit. I highly doubt Mourinho and his crew want to head over to Istanbul with nothing more than a single-goal cushion, or heaven forbid, an away deficit. In my view, they should be able to navigate this without much trouble at all.
Borussia to score — @ 1.30
The visitors play such an aggressive, offensive brand of football—honestly, I don't think a single Champions League match has gone by where they haven't found the back of the net. And keep in mind, they've been facing heavyweights like Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Shakhtar—teams that are significantly more formidable than anyone in Malaga's orbit.
Betting Tip: USA vs. Italy – Under 3.5 goals @ 1.60
The Italians generally play with a very calculated approach—they tend to do just enough to get the job done without overextending themselves. We saw that clearly when they handled us 2-0 in our last matchup. You also have to factor in their roster depth; since about half the squad consists of Juventus players who have a massive Champions League fixture coming up next week, I’m expecting several key starters to be rested or played conservatively to avoid fatigue. It’s looking like a low-scoring affair.
Who exactly is stepping onto the pitch for Brazil today? Seriously though—does anyone have their confirmed lineup for this match? Italy is coming off that runner-up finish in the Euros—and honestly, if they’d had a coach with a bit more defensive grit, they would've walked away with the trophy—so they are absolutely fired up for games like this. Italy Brazil 1× 1,85
Does anyone have a decent suggestion for this slate? I’m looking at Ajax Amsterdam at > and Dinamo Chicago to score at >—to me, that looks like a pretty solid play. The Madridistas certainly won't be fielding a B-team since they have absolutely nothing to prove here; meanwhile, the visitors are fighting tooth and nail for that third spot, and there is always an extra level of motivation when you're playing at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. It's the same story for Kyiv—they look completely stuck, unable to make any real progress—whereas Dinamo Chicago simply has to find the back of the net to stay in this.
Is DeRozan worth looking at for under 19.5 points? It might be worth a shot—especially considering he played what felt like a full soccer match out there last night against Utah.
I would ideally like to pick up a ticket just for Saturday if that’s an option—but if not, I’ll go ahead and grab passes for all three days instead; I’m willing to pay $67.
Rubio R.(-10,5+)-Min-LAC (06.03. 02:00) Under 1,85 Rose D.(-24,5+)-Chi-Ind (06.03. 02:00) Over 1,85 Wall J.(-18,5+)-Was-GSt (06.03. 01:00) Over 1,70 Denver(h-8,5)-Sacramento (06.03. 03:00) 1 1,85 Chicago-Indiana Pacers (06.03. 02:00) 1 1,35 Griffin B.(-22,5+)-Min-LAC (06.03. 02:00) Under 1,85
I decided to stick with my initial instincts on Rose, Wall, the under on Rubio—and a Bulls victory—but I’ve opted out of the Warriors; they just seem off without Curry (even if I still believe they are the more talented roster overall) and I passed on Oklahoma because the payout simply wasn't worth the risk. In their place, I’ve pivoted to Denver, following the lead of Brian Barrett5 and Griffin, as I don't see this particular matchup really opening up against Love.
Jeremy Lee67 said:Hello everyone—I’ve been away for about a week. In light of some of the more constructive posts lately, I’ll provide my quick analysis here.
L.A. Lakers vs. Miami Heat (03/04, 9:30 PM) 1X 1.90
The Lakers are being undervalued here. They have an incredible home record—something like 16-2—and Miami is heading in without Bam Adebayo. LeBron is absolutely on fire right now, but Kobe has also found his rhythm following the All-Star break. I see an edge provided by Gasol, and the odds are certainly worth considering.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Chicago Bulls (03/05, 1:00 AM) X2 1.45
Philly is a tough, resilient squad at home, but if Chicago plays to their potential, the outcome shouldn't be in question. Derrick Rose is hungry to play and is steadily reclaiming the form he had before his injury; if he performs at his usual level tonight, the Bulls take this one.
DeRozan D. (-17.5+) vs. Toronto Raptors & Golden State Warriors (03/04, 11:55 PM) Over 1.85
The visitors tend to play a very offensive style, though they give up quite a bit of points as well. DeRozan is essentially the sole bright spot for Toronto, and if anything goes right tonight, it will be through him.
Parker T. (-18.5+) vs. San Antonio Spurs & Denver Nuggets (03/05, 2:00 AM) Over 1.70
He had some rest against the Kings, so he should be fresh against a Denver team that is missing several key players—a group that frequently allows upwards of 100 points. I expect Parker to clear this line with ease.
Rose D. (-23.5+) vs. Philly vs. Chicago (03/05, 1:00 AM) Over 1.85 Kobe B. (-28.5+) vs. LAL vs. Miami (03/04, 9:30 PM) Over 1.85 Pau G. (-16.5+) vs. LAL vs. Miami (03/04, 9:30 PM) Over 1.85
Everything hit except for Gasol. It is actually quite interesting—this gentleman managed to ruin three of my tickets in the last five days; three times I played the over, and three times it failed. Yesterday, I was torn between taking the over or opting for the duel with Deng, but I ultimately decided on the former. But, it is what it is—Mr. Gasol just managed to pull an average monthly salary straight out of my pocket.😢
Hello everyone—I’ve been away for about a week now. In light of some of the more constructive discussions happening here, I thought I’d jump back in and provide my quick analysis.
Lakers vs Heat (04.03. 21:30) 1X 1.90
The Lakers are being overlooked here. They have an incredible home record lately—sitting at 16-2—and Miami is heading into this without Bosh. While LeBron James is absolutely on fire, I also see Kobe Bryant finding his rhythm again following the All-Star Game. I think there's a distinct advantage to be had with Gasol, and the odds seem well worth the look.
Philadelphia vs Chicago Bulls (05.03. 01:00) X2 1.45
Philadelphia is a tough, disciplined squad when playing at home, but if Chicago plays to their potential, the winner shouldn't be in question. Rose is hungry to play and is steadily reclaiming that elite form he had before his injury; if he shows up at his usual level tonight, the Bulls should take this one.
DeRozan (-17.5+)-Toronto-GS (04.03. 23:55) over 1.85
The visitors play a very aggressive offensive style, though they certainly give up plenty of points in return. DeRozan remains the single bright spot for Toronto, and if anything goes right for them, it’s going to be through him.
Parker (-18.5+)-San Antonio-Denver (05.03. 02:00) over 1.70
He had some rest against the Sacramento Kings, so he should be fresh against a Denver team that is missing several key pieces and frequently struggles by giving up over 100 points. I expect Parker to clear this line with relative ease.
Rose (-23.5+)-Philadelphia vs Chicago Bulls (05.03. 01:00) over 1.85 Kobe Bryant (-28.5+)-Lakers vs Heat (04.03. 21:30) over 1.85 Gasol (-16.5+)-Lakers vs Heat (04.03. 21:30) over 1.85
Pau Gasol is sitting right at 15 points—I've got him at 16.5 for the line. It’s only the second day in a row that my gut feeling is getting absolutely wrecked by these margins. 🤦