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Tyrannical governments, natural disasters, crime, violence, poverty—mix these ingredients and you get a hopeless society where people don't live, they just exist.

Sounds like a nightmare, right? Something we would never wish to see on Earth. However, at the same time, such a predicament is quite easy to imagine. According to the subreddit r/ABoringDystopia, that is because humanity is already moving in that direction.

This online community unites 760K members and they regularly share real-life examples to prove their point. Here are some of the recent ones that seem pretty convincing.

#1

Palestinians Returning To Their Homes In Khan Yunis, Gaza After The Iof Partially Withdraw. This Was A City That Housed Approx. 400,000 People. Photo By Ali Jadallah

Two people hug on barren land, suggesting a boring dystopia with desolate surroundings and distant ruined buildings.

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Andy Pandy
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2 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Makes complete sense, to retaliate to terrorist acts Israel just wipes out cities and a whole lot of innocents and the Israelis support this calling for everything to be levelled! Disgusting, Netanyahu and Putin are new age hitlers

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    #3

    The Oligarchic States Of America

    Flag with corporate logos suggesting boring dystopia, replacing stars on the U.S. flag.

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    Mavis
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ya forgot Tesla, Amazon and Facebook. All attended the great orange gas bags inauguration.

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    #4

    Argentina New "Anarcho-Capitalist" President Announced People Would Lose Social Welfare Plans If They Blocked Streets In Protest. These Are The Streets Outside Congress At 3:00 Am

    Crowds gathered at a grand building at night, suggesting a boring dystopia atmosphere.

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    #5

    Strange Priorities

    Tweet highlighting wealth disparity and societal issues, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    #7

    Bernie Asks, Billionaire Answers: The $7.25 Standoff

    Two men in a political setting discuss raising the federal minimum wage; one declines. Boring dystopia theme.

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    WindySwede
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    54 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "And tell me, what's your minimum wage you get?..."

    #8

    Heil… Wait, This Can’t Be Real?

    A person at a podium with a microphone, gesturing dramatically in a setting suggestive of a boring dystopia.

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    Andy Pandy
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    2 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fourth reich in America now, trump and musk make them burn!! Go back to South Africa and see how long you last there

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    #11

    This Is Not Normal And Should Not Be Seen As A Wholesome Story Either

    Teacher battling cancer lacks sick days, colleagues donate theirs, highlighting a boring dystopia scenario.

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    Andy Pandy
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    2 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if America was actually the land of the free, the only thing they have freedom for is owning guns and that seems good enough for most

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    #13

    Yet Again The Us Vetoes A Un Resolution For Ceasefire

    U.S. vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire; vote result: 14 favor, 1 against.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    57 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are some certainties in the world. One is, that every time an UN or Security Council resolution is voted on, the US, China or Russia will veto. Especially if you thought:"Huh, yeah, that resolution makes sense or would be the right thing to do!"

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    #14

    Picture Sent To Me From A Friend That Works In An Amazon Distribution Center

    "Sign in an office reading 'Unions are a middleman' suggesting a boring dystopia theme."

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    #15

    Even A Paying Customer Is Considered Loitering If They Stay Past 30 Minutes. What Happened To Hanging Out At Diners?

    Sign at Denny's restricting dining time to 30 minutes, reflecting a boring dystopia vibe.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny, how I never ever saw a sign like that in Europe. Ah, I know. We're not as free here as in the US.

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    #17

    This Ad Looks Like It’s From A Dystopian Movie But It’s Real

    Billboard in urban setting with text promoting having more children, suggesting a dystopian theme.

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    Roni Stone
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then, Alx, you and Musty spit those babies out your own asses and stay the hell out of our uteri.

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    #18

    Top 1% Of U.S. Earners Now Have More Wealth Than The Entire Middle Class

    Graph illustrating wealth disparity; top 1% wealth surpasses middle class from 1993-2023.

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    Sergy Yeltsen
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    2 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The middle class has just about been wiped out in Australia. Soon there will only be poverty-level poor and obscenely wealthy rich.

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    #20

    17,000 Tourists Arrived Today With Cruise Ships In Santorini, A Small Greek Island. Santorini's Total Population Is 17,000 Citizens. Overtourism Is Real And It's Scary

    Aerial view of traffic jam and crowded street, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cruise ships are the worst. Those destinations have put limits to daily visitors. Venice started it and other surely will follow.

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    #21

    Went To A Bar To Watch The Olympics. Everyone Pledged Allegiance To The Trump Flag Before Starting

    People in a dimly lit room with a political banner and cups on a table, evoking a boring dystopia theme.

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    NetworkMan
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, you Americans terrify me. I know it's not all of you, but I'm just using a blanket term. If someone here in England said they start their day pledging allegiance to a cardboard cut-out of Kier Stamer, I'd request to have them sectioned. Those who do not learn from history are condemned to repeat it, and the last time people started to salute the man and not the flag, there was a 6 year war that engulfed the world.

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    #22

    The Human Internet Is Dying. AI Images Taking Over Google

    Google image search for "baby peacock" showing search suggestions and photos with red lines, hinting at a boring dystopia.

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    #23

    Today, For The 32nd Year In A Row, The Entire World Voted To Condemn The Us' Illegal And Cruel Embargo Against Cuba - Except For Three Countries

    Map showing UN vote on Cuba embargo; most countries in red, a few in blue, indicating a "boring dystopia" scenario.

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    Jrog
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    59 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not clear from the image, but as you would have guessed the votes against were from United States and Israel. Moldova abstained.

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    #24

    Housing Crisis Reality

    Blackstone is largest corporate landlord worldwide, owning over 300,000 U.S. homes; highlights a boring dystopia scenario.

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    Owen
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was homeless (Not in the US), I broke into an abandoned shop and stayed there at night. Just so I wouldn't die of exposure in a cold winter. I would urge every homeless person worldwide to do the same. If it's not being used, but it can save your life? Commit that crime.

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    #25

    Ten Whole Thousand Dollars!

    Person with curly hair in a dimly lit setting, with dystopian-themed text overlay about medical debt and reward.

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    #27

    Used Meta AI To Edit A Selfie, Now Instagram Is Using My Face On Ads Targeted At Me

    Person standing in a mirror maze, creating a surreal and dystopian reflection effect.

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    Jrog
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    1 hour ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And this is your cue to sue for "personality rights" since they are using your likeness for commercial purpose without authorization.

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    #29

    The Official White House Page On The Us Constitution Just Went 404

    “404 error on whitehouse.gov suggests boring dystopia with iconic White House illustration and text 'Page Not Found'.”

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    #30

    Russia In The 90's But It's Argentina Today

    Man speaking into a microphone with text about a decree allowing pay in milk or meat, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    #31

    Economist Michael Hudson Warned That The Parasite Anti-Economy (Finance, Real Estate, Insurance) Would Devour The Real Working Economy. Article Link In The Comments

    Colorado ski town struggles to fill $167,000 job; cost of living too high, highlighting boring dystopia realities.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then let the millionaires there figure out how to cook and clean for themselves.

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    #32

    A Police Sniper Stationed On The Roof Of The Indiana Memorial Union Overlooking A Student Encampment At Iu Bloomington

    Rooftop observer in a dystopian setting, equipped with surveillance tools on a stone building against a clear blue sky.

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    #33

    Israel Wipes Out Another Village In Lebanon

    Urban area before and after destruction, highlighting the concept of a “boring dystopia” in modern times.

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    Jrog
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    48 minutes ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is supposed to be a photo of the Libanese village of Ramyeh. Must be pointed out the photo is of dubious origin, with some claiming it's from the 1982 war, some claiming AI but for sure it lacks a definite source. What is true, though, is that Ramyeh suffered intensive and repeated bombing by the IDF, and the Israeli attacked on purpose an UN Peacekeeping outpost with tanks and rockets killing 4 and wounding 15, in what is effectively a war crime. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israeli_attack_on_Ramyah_UNIFIL_post

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    #34

    Removing Slavery Was On The Ballot In California. It Literally Had No Opposition Campaign At All, And It Still Lost

    California voting guide for Prop 6, addressing involuntary servitude and constitutional amendment in the upcoming election.

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    #35

    AI Company's 'Stop Hiring Humans' Ads All Over Sf

    AI-themed ad in urban setting, highlighting dystopian work-life balance concept.

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    What's The End Game Here?

    Billboard showing a dystopian society message: "Stop Hiring Humans. Hire Ava, the AI BDR" with a spelling error.

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    Jrog
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    1 hour ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The spelling mistake was made on purpose to get clout online with this image going viral while they were undergoing a round of capital seeding. It was just a marketing stunt. The company's product is a barely functional "AI sales assistant" demo, they gathered about 11 million in capital round last September (that is chump change when it comes to venture capital). Their financials are sketchy to say the least, it's a very small company and they are entering late into a market that already have established players ten times as big.

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    #38

    Tire Particulate In Your Bloodstream

    Collage depicting suburban houses, traffic jam, toy shelves, elderly in chairs, symbolizing a boring dystopia.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    48 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The picture of Suburbia reminds me of the horror movie Vivarium.

    #39

    It Isn't A Threat, The Casings Are Empty. It's A Reminder Of How Far Society Is Being Pushed By Profit Over People

    Three spent bullets with the words Deny, Delay, and Depose, symbolizing boring dystopia themes.

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    #41

    I Can't Even... (Link In Description)

    Cartoon character reacts to dystopia-themed news headline about using brain-dead women as surrogate mothers.

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    Agfox
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    40 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Next up in tonight's News, Soylent Green institutions to be rolled out from mid-2025. Join me for details after this break"

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    #42

    Idk If They’re Joking With This Survey? Or What? Prolly Trying To Make A Point I Hope

    Survey about ads in dreams, highlighting a boring dystopia with options to accept or reject ad exposure during sleep.

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    roepi
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Futurama reference. But they will do it the moment technology allows it.

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    #43

    "What Starts Here Changes The World" Officers Surrounding Peaceful Pro-Palestine, Anti-Genocide Protesters At The University Of Texas In Austin

    A line of armored officers stands in formation near a university sign, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    Andy Pandy
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    2 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah armed forces stop the protests but turn a blind eye to war, war crimes and genocide

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    #44

    Had To Pay 50 Cent To Use The Restroom, But There Is A Cutout For Kids To Use It Free

    Turnstile in a plain, dimly lit area, evoking a boring dystopia vibe.

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    Na Schi
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    54 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Germany this is quite a common pratice, as you usually have to pay for public restrooms. So I might have already drunk the KoolAid of this, but I don't see anything dystopian in this (well, besides that this cutout seems to be for very little children).

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    #45

    Ys Presidential Candidate And Ambassador To The Un, Writes ‘Finish Them’ On Bombs Used To Mass M*rder Children

    Person writing on a large green object with a purple pen, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    David
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This photo is cropped. The one in the Reddit thread this was scraped from includes the text, "Nikki Haley writing "Finish them" on Israeli missiles. This woman ran for president in the US." It's nit picking - but they appear to be artillery shells, not missiles or bombs. Same practical difference though.

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    #46

    A Perfect Snapshot Of America In The Trending Articles From 12/6/24

    Trending news highlights suggest a boring dystopia with corporate risks and unconventional living solutions.

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    My O My
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    40 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, Snoop Dogs advise is solid! If you've got the money to do so...

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    #47

    So I Happaned To Rewatched Don't Look Up, And This Scene Hit Pretty Close To Home

    A meeting setting with text suggesting a “boring dystopia.” People seated, discussing clearance for a new arrival.

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    #49

    Don't Worry Yall. Since La Cut $17.6 Million From The Lafd And Gave A Significant Portion To The Lapd, The Police Will Be Able To Handle It

    Hands pointing at a dramatic red sky with flames, highlighting a boring dystopia scenario.

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    Improvised Shelter Made From Condo Sales Signs

    Temporary shelter made from promotional posters in a snowy parking lot, hinting at a boring dystopia.

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    #51

    Absolutely Speechless Right Now. Am I Being Trolled?

    TikTok notification about return to the U.S., illustrating a boring dystopia scenario.

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    Nils Skirnir
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trump pushed for TikTok to be sold and Republican Congress passed it. Then Democrats approved it. Now Trump is backtracking or has plan for one of his lackeys to buy it

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    #53

    Spotify Decided The Device I Bought Less Than 2 Years Ago Will Just Stop Working

    Email from Spotify announcing the discontinuation of Car Thing, reflecting a boring dystopia theme.

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    #54

    A Company Box Lunch That Comes With Simulated Cookie Printed Out

    Lunch box with a sandwich, chips, and a thin cookie illustrating a boring dystopia theme.

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    #56

    I'm Going To Celebrate Today As A Holiday

    Person in black hoodie, text overlay "Remember Remember the 4th of December," suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    22 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, this is dystopian because....? If it's because people are celebrating murder, then yeah, it is. But I doubt that this posting is about that

    #57

    What's Next Gambling How Many People Die?

    Social media post highlights betting on fire containment as a sign of a boring dystopia.

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    #59

    Fortune Magazine Shaming Gen Z For Not Purchasing Diamonds Mined By Children Or Owned By Oligarchs

    Couple smiling and taking a selfie, highlighting the boring dystopia of lab-grown diamonds.

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    #61

    That Won't Even Cover My Out Of Pocket Maximum For The Year

    Wanted poster for homicide with reward, featuring two blurry images of the suspect in a city street, suggesting a dystopia.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    32 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly guys...how is this Dystopian? The police looking for a murderer and offering reward money? You know what's Dystopian to me? The public celebrating vigilantism and lawlessness. THAT's actually a sign of a morally bancrupt society.

    #62

    Just Got This In The Mail Today

    Insurance denial letter citing guidelines for pain treatment, reflecting a boring dystopia scenario.

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    #63

    Corporate Media Says Corporate Greed Not Driving Inflation

    Two men shopping in a grocery store with text questioning corporate greed's role in inflation; suggests “boring dystopia.”

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    WindySwede
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    15 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "It's you buying food to survive. Stop that" 🤔😬

    #64

    It's Hot Let's Gouge People For Water

    Supermarket employee adjusts digital shelf labels for vegetables, suggesting a boring dystopia retail experience.

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    David
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    1 hour ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are not new. I've seen them here (WA state) in a local store several years ago. It's basically to a paper price sticker as an e-book is to a paper book. They can change them with a scanner / pricer tool thing. Each one has a battery in it but my understanding is because the screen is mono and static, the battery lasts a super long time.

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    #65

    Maye Musk, Mother Of Richest Man In The World, Sits In On Doge Meetings

    Tweet screenshot showing a news broadcast with the caption on federal budget discussions, highlighting "boring dystopia."

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    #66

    Tesla Cybertruck Reportedly Catches Fire Outside Trump Hotel In Las Vegas

    A futuristic car in flames outside a building, suggesting a boring dystopia.

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    Bernd Herbert
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    18 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Catches fire" is a very strange headline for "was blwon up by explosives".

    #67

    McDonald's In The 1980s Compared To Today

    Two contrasting fast food restaurant interiors highlighting a boring dystopia theme.

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    HeavyMetalHeart
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    13 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frankly, this is a huge improvement. That tree will haunt my nightmares.

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