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help i accidentally summoned a nazgul If you've accidentally summoned a Nazgûl (Ringwraith), the key to dealing with it is to understand its weakness and use it to your advantage. Nazgûl are unable to cross bodies of water and are afraid of the flame of Minas Tirith, which can be used against them. Here's a more detailed approach: 1. Identify the Nazgûl: Recognize that Nazgûl are not just evil creatures, but souls bound to the One Ring and under Sauron's control. They are essentially wraiths, invisible to the naked eye and cannot cross water. 2. Exploit the Weakness: Since Nazgûl cannot cross water, try to create a barrier of water to keep them at bay. They are also afraid of the flame of Minas Tirith, which you could use to your advantage if available. 3. Seek Help: If you are in a dangerous situation and need assistance, consider contacting the The Lord of the Rings community or other magical individuals who may be familiar with the Nazgûl's weaknesses and have the means to deal with them.

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europesays.com/2037846/ Trump’s first 100 days: 10 key executive orders signed by POTUS #DonaldTrump #DonaldTrump100Days #ExecutiveOrders #POTUS #PresidentDonaldTrump #PresidentOfTheUnitedStates #PresidentTrump #trump #Trump100Days #TrumpExecutiveOrders #TrumpExecutiveOrders2025
Trump's first 100 days: 10 key executive orders signed by POTUS

Trump's first 100 days: 10 key executive orders signed by POTUS - EUROPE SAYS

As Donald Trump completes 100 days of his second term as the President of the United States of America, he has signed 139 executive orders (as of April 24,
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#trump #donaldtrump #executiveorders #potus #presidenttrump #presidentdonaldtrump #presidentoftheunitedstates #trump100days #donaldtrump100days #trumpexecutiveorders #trumpexecutiveorders2025

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"Young at Heart" is a #popStandard #ballad with music by #JohnnyRichards and lyrics by #CarolynLeigh.
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Young At Heart - Frank Sinatra (Lyrics)

I am in love with this song :)It always makes me feel better when I'm feeling down in the dumps...
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#ballad #carolynleigh #popstandard #johnnyrichards

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Saint Luis Rey Adamastor Goes on Sale in Portugal byteseu.com/967887/ #Cuba #EdiciónRegional #EmporS.a. #HabanosS.A. #LaguitoEspecial #Portugal #SaintLuisRey(Cuban) #SaintLuisReyAdamastorEdiciónRegionalPortugal(2023)
Saint Luis Rey Adamastor Goes on Sale in Portugal

Saint Luis Rey Adamastor Goes on Sale in Portugal

Cigar retailers in Portugal have a brand new Edición Regional on their shelves, as the Saint Luis Rey Adamstor has gone on sale in recent days.
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#cuba #Portugal #edicionregional #empors #habanoss #laguitoespecial #saintluisrey #saintluisreyadamastoredicionregionalportugal

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That awkward moment when working past midnight has messed up your internal clock, and you forget what day it is now. 😅

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europesays.com/2037844/ Elon Musk Has Already Packed Up and Left the White House #doge #DonaldJTrump #ElonMusk #TheWhiteHouse #TrumpAdministration
Elon Musk Has Already Packed Up and Left the White House

Elon Musk Has Already Packed Up and Left the White House - EUROPE SAYS

Elon Musk has exited the White House—physically, at least.
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#elonmusk #Doge #trumpadministration #thewhitehouse #donaldjtrump

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Andy Warhol print probably discarded by accident in the Netherlands byteseu.com/967885/ #Netherlands
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Andy Warhol print probably discarded by accident in the Netherlands

One fewer of Pittsburgh-born pop artist Andy Warhol’s works is accounted for after a Dutch town hall admitted to probably throwing it out.
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#netherlands

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help i found a ring of invisibility at the laundromat google ai If you found a ring of invisibility, you've stumbled upon something potentially magical! Here's how to approach this: 1. Determine if it's a real magic ring or a prank. Look for markings: Magic rings often have unique markings or inscriptions. Check for durability: Is it made of a sturdy material and well-crafted? Consider the context: Was it left in a laundromat accidentally, or was it left with a note or message? 2. If you believe it's real, use it carefully. Invisibility is a powerful ability, so use it wisely. Think about what you would want to do with it. Be prepared for the consequences: Invisibility can make you a target for some, especially if they don't know you're invisible.

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How Neoliberalism Has Distorted "Choice"


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How Neoliberalism Has Distorted Human Choice

Since the 17th century, our understanding of choice has undergone profound transformations. In the neoliberal era, an especially individualistic, market-oriented idea of freedom has come to dominate more and more of our existence.
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Wednesday, I will have off.

I just need 30 more minutes and my work day is done.

It has been a long day.

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Imagine they decided to basically televise a concentration camp.

Like Auschwitz on Netflix.

("would make great tv" ~Trump)

Who would be the most to blame?

*a nod to Amélie Nothomb - Acide Sulfurique

#uspol #NeverAgain #NieWiederIstJetzt #netflix #literature #books #trump #rfk #eu #Europe

  • The politicians for letting it happen (54%, 6 votes)
  • The show creators for running it (0%, 0 votes)
  • The viewers, for watching it (45%, 5 votes)
11 voters. Poll end: in 5 days

#uspol #trump #books #eu #europe #literature #rfk #niewiederistjetzt #neveragain #netflix

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all of the above. What's the quote? "Evil wins when [people] of good conscience stand by and do nothing".
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@DodoTheDev yes, I could see an argument for each of the categories, but what you say is a bit different bc that holds even people who might have abstained from watching still guilty, bc they did nothing to stop it 🤔
I hadn't thought of that.
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europesays.com/2037842/ DOGE cuts to AmeriCorps cut into staffing at Kansas agencies #Ballard #BallardCenter #BoysAndGirlsClub #community #cuts #DepartmentOfGovernmentEfficiency #doge #ElonMusk #federal #funding #Kansas #Lawrence #Musk #slash #staff #Support #UnitedWay #volunteer
DOGE cuts to AmeriCorps cut into staffing at Kansas agencies

DOGE cuts to AmeriCorps cut into staffing at Kansas agencies - EUROPE SAYS

LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - Volunteer organizations based around Lawrence, KS, say DOGE cuts to AmeriCorps have pulled more than 80 people away from positions in
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#elonmusk #Doge #musk #community #kansas #ballard #support #cuts #federal #departmentofgovernmentefficiency #funding #volunteer #staff #unitedway #lawrence #ballardcenter #boysandgirlsclub #slash

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MICHELIN Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2025 byteseu.com/967884/ #Belgium
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MICHELIN Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2025

As a testament to their immense talent, Viki Geunes and Tim Boury, along with their teams, have once again retained their three MICHELIN Stars for their
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#belgium

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google ai If your cat has gained sentience, you'll need to be extremely patient and cautious in your interactions. You can start by re-establishing a sense of trust by being gentle, quiet, and offering treats. Avoid sudden movements or loud noises, and let the cat initiate interaction. If you previously had a close bond, it might take time for your cat to feel safe around you again. Here's a more detailed approach: 1. Rebuild Trust: Be patient: Don't force interaction. Let your cat come to you on their own terms. Use gentle language: Speak softly and calmly, avoiding any sudden loud noises or movements. Provide treats: Offer favorite treats to encourage interaction without forcing it. Create a safe space: If your cat is scared, provide a quiet, comfortable area where they can retreat.
google ai 2. Avoid Negative Reinforcement: Don't yell or punish: If your cat does something you don't like, redirect their behavior with a toy or a change of environment instead of punishment. Don't force affection: Respect your cat's boundaries and allow them to initiate physical contact when they're ready. 3. Seek Expert Advice: Contact a veterinarian: . If you're concerned about your cat's behavior or if they're showing signs of distress, consult with a veterinarian. Consider a cat behaviorist: . If you're struggling to manage your cat's behavior, a professional cat behaviorist can provide guidance. 4. Remember the "Rule of Three": Allow time for adjustment: It can take several weeks or even months for a cat to fully adjust to a new environment or change in routine.
google ai Be consistent: Maintaining a consistent routine and positive interactions will help your cat feel more secure. 5. Understanding the Sentience: Sentience in animals: Sentience refers to the ability to feel and experience sensations, emotions, and thoughts. While cats are not human, they are capable of experiencing a range of emotions and can form strong bonds with their owners. Ethical considerations: Understanding your cat's sentience can help you treat them with greater care and respect, understanding that they can feel fear, anxiety, and pain. By being patient, understanding, and consistent, you can help your cat regain trust and rebuild a positive relationship with you. Remember that it takes time and effort, but it's worth it to build a strong bond with your new, sentient companion.
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i loved that Depeche Mode album, Understanding the Sentience

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europesays.com/2037840/ Tuesday briefing: How Trump’s threats to Canada led to a Liberal victory | Americas #Canadá
Tuesday briefing: How Trump’s threats to Canada led to a Liberal victory | Americas

Tuesday briefing: How Trump’s threats to Canada led to a Liberal victory | Americas - EUROPE SAYS

Good morning. At the beginning of the year, Canada’s Conservatives had a 25-point lead over the Liberal government, and their leader, Pierre Poilievre, looked
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#Canada

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Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce presents roadmap to boost defence industry and create 2,000 jobs byteseu.com/967882/ #Luxembourg
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Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce presents roadmap to boost defence industry and create 2,000 jobs

Luxembourg could obtain a 60% return on future military spending, creating around 2,000 direct jobs, if its defence industry is boosted by a series of
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#Luxembourg

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It's been feeling like the local LLM space has really slowed over the past 6 months, curious if it's just me or others have felt it too. If you're using local models, which ones and for what?

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I just tried Qwen 3 8B - the 4bit 4.3GB MLX variant - and it's surprisingly capable for such a small model

I'll write it up tomorrow

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the last six months have genuinely rekindled my interest in local models - they started getting really good! The Qwen 2/2.5 models, Llama 3.3, Mistral Small 3 and 3.1, Gemma 3 and now Qwen 3 are all GPT-4 level and run on my Mac

I have a lot of notes here simonwillison.net/tags/local-l…

Simon Willison on local-llms

105 posts tagged ‘local-llms’. LLMs that can run on consumer hardware like laptops or mobile phones.
Simon Willison’s Weblog

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europesays.com/2037838/ Federal NDP looks toward rebuilding party, with leadership race on horizon #appwebview #Canadá #infobox #Politics
Federal NDP looks toward rebuilding party, with leadership race on horizon

Federal NDP looks toward rebuilding party, with leadership race on horizon - EUROPE SAYS

Jagmeet Singh announces his resignation as leader of the NDP, following the results of the election, at his reception in Burnaby, B.C., on April 28.Tijana
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#politics #Canada #appwebview #infobox

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Denmark urges citizens to enhance home preparedness after blackouts in Spain and Portugal byteseu.com/967880/ #Denmark
Denmark urges citizens to enhance home preparedness after blackouts in Spain and Portugal

Denmark urges citizens to enhance home preparedness after blackouts in Spain and Portugal

30th April 2025 – (Copenhagen) Danish Minister for Resilience and Preparedness Torsten Schack Pedersen has called on citizens to bolster their home emergency
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#denmark

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The heroes we need - whoever did this to the sign. #AusPol #AusVotes
#auspol #ausvotes

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🇰🇵🇷🇺 About 600 North Korean troops have been killed fighting for #Russia against #Ukraine out of a total deployment of 15,000, South Korean lawmakers said on Wednesday, citing the country's intelligence agency.

reuters.com/world/about-600-no…

#russia #ukraine

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europesays.com/2037837/ Who should I vote for? What are the key party policies in the Australian election? | Australian election 2025 #australia
Yes, this is Australia’s cost-of-living election – but where do the parties stand on other key policies? | Australian election 2025

Who should I vote for? What are the key party policies in the Australian election? | Australian election

Lower taxes, cheaper fuel and home-buying help are among the sugar hits on offer at this year’s election.
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#australia

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Norway raises security concerns over Manhattan-sized Arctic land sale as tensions rise byteseu.com/967879/ #Norway
Norway raises security concerns over Manhattan-sized Arctic land sale as tensions rise

Norway raises security concerns over Manhattan-sized Arctic land sale as tensions rise

A large plot of private land in Norway’s Arctic Svalbard archipelago may soon be sold for about €300 million ($330 million), but the deal has raised concerns
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google ai If you've accidentally grown a sentient cactus, congratulations! This is a rare and exciting event. To help you manage this new situation, consider these steps: 1. Establish Communication: Find ways to interact with your cactus. This could be through questions, simple instructions, or even trying to "tune in" to its energy. Experiment to see what it responds to. 2. Assess Its Needs: Sentient plants may have specific needs beyond basic care. Pay close attention to its behavior and try to determine what makes it happy. 3. Legal and Ethical Considerations: Consider the legal and ethical implications of owning a sentient being. This could involve researching local laws on animal ownership and treating your cactus with respect. 4. Seek Expert Advice: There might be specialized organizations or experts who can help with sentient plants. Contact them for guidance. 5. Document Your Journey:
4. Seek Expert Advice: There might be specialized organizations or experts who can help with sentient plants. Contact them for guidance. 5. Document Your Journey: Keep a journal of your interactions and the cactus's development. This can be fascinating and potentially valuable for scientific research. 6. Love and Understanding: Above all, approach this with a sense of wonder and understanding. Treat your cactus with the care and respect it deserves. 7. Protect and Care for Your Cactus: While it's sentient, your cactus still needs proper care. Ensure it has adequate sunlight, water, and nutrients. 8. Patience and Observation: Be patient and observant as you learn about your new companion. The more you learn about its unique personality and needs, the better you can care for it.

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Wie lange geht das eigentlich schon mit der #FossilIndustrie? Anscheinend hat die #CIA schon 1954 versucht, einen Streik bei den Howaldtswerken anzustiften, um #Onassis zu schaden und das Öl-Geschäft zu sichern🧐

Vielleicht hätte Onassis doch für die republikanische Partei spenden sollen🤷‍♂️

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Podcast: Aristoteles Onassis: Reichtum mit Schiffen aus dem Norden

Aristoteles Onassis - ein Name, der für Reichtum, Macht und Jetset-Leben steht. Vor 50 Jahren verstarb der legendäre Reeder, doch sein Erbe lebt weiter.
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#cia #fossilindustrie #onassis

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europesays.com/2037835/ More Australians are voting early than in previous elections. Some parties have taken advantage #2025FederalElection #AEC #albanese #australia #AustralianElectoralCommission #dutton #EarlyVoting #EnrollToVote #HowToVote #PostalVote #PostalVoting #PrePollNumbers #voting
More Australians are voting early than in previous elections. Some parties have taken advantage

More Australians are voting early than in previous elections. Some parties have taken advantage - EUROPE SAYS

Applications for postal voting in the 2025 federal election close at 6pm on Wednesday.
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#voting #australia #Albanese #dutton #earlyvoting #aec #2025federalelection #australianelectoralcommission #enrolltovote #howtovote #postalvote #postalvoting #prepollnumbers

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ISW: Russia prepares to forcibly remove and deport Ukrainian children this summer

Russian authorities will deport over 53,000 Ukrainian children to “summer camps” designed to erase their Ukrainian identity, according to a new ISW analysis
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ISW: Russia prepares to forcibly remove and deport Ukrainian children this summer - Euromaidan Press

Russian authorities will deport over 53,000 Ukrainian children to "summer camps" designed to erase their Ukrainian identity, according to a new ISW analysis.
Maria Tril (Euromaidan Press)

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ISW:

🇷🇺 🇺🇦 Any long-term peace agreement between #Russia and #Ukraine must include Russia's explicit recognition of the legitimacy of the Ukrainian government and the Ukrainian Constitution.

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Institute for the Study of War

Russian Security Council Secretary Dmitry Medvedev stated on April 29 that Russia's war in Ukraine must end in Russian "victory" and the "destruction" of the current Ukrainian government. Senior Kremlin officials continue to signal that Russia has
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as it's explicitly guaranteed ukraine's security in the budapest memorandum, yes?

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Three killed in Uppsala shooting – DW – 04/29/2025 byteseu.com/967877/ #Sweden
Three killed in Uppsala shooting – DW – 04/29/2025

Three killed in Uppsala shooting – DW – 04/29/2025

Three people were killed on Tuesday in a shooting in the Swedish city of Uppsala, near Stockholm.
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#sweden

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europesays.com/2037833/ Whakapapa Holding to run Mount Ruapehu skifield for 10 years #audio #CurrentAffairs #NewZealand #News #podcasts #PublicRadio #RadioNewZealand #RNZ
Whakapapa Skifield on Mount Ruapehu.

Whakapapa Holding to run Mount Ruapehu skifield for 10 years - EUROPE SAYS

A private bid to run the Whakapapa ski field on Mount Ruapehu has been accepted by the Department of Conservation.
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#news #newzealand #audio #podcasts #currentaffairs #publicradio #radionewzealand #rnz

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Valtteri Filppula, Finland’s only Triple Gold Club member, announces his retirement byteseu.com/967875/ #Finland
Valtteri Filppula, Finland's only Triple Gold Club member, announces his retirement

Valtteri Filppula, Finland’s only Triple Gold Club member, announces his retirement

HELSINKI — Valtteri Filppula has decided to retire from hockey at age 41 after playing one final season at home in his native Finland.
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#Finland

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europesays.com/2037831/ Aratere, Interislander’s only rail-enabled ferry to retire #audio #CurrentAffairs #NewZealand #News #podcasts #PublicRadio #RadioNewZealand #RNZ
The Aratere returning to Wellington

Aratere, Interislander's only rail-enabled ferry to retire - EUROPE SAYS

Interislander's only rail enabled ferry, the Arartere, will be retired this year to make way for the construction of new port infrastructure, seeing some jobs
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#news #newzealand #audio #podcasts #currentaffairs #publicradio #radionewzealand #rnz

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#UPDATE

🇷🇺 🇺🇦 Swarms of Russian drones attacked the Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv and Dnipro late on Tuesday, killing at least one person and injuring at least 46, officials said.

reuters.com/world/europe/mass-…

#russia #ukraine

#russia #ukraine #update

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Would You Feel Safe Living In A City Built On A Foundation Made From The Lava Of A Volcano? That May Be The Future Of Icelandic Construction. » TwistedSifter byteseu.com/967873/ #Architecture #builders #BuildingMaterials #CityConstruction #CityFoundation #Iceland #Lava #lavaforming #magma #Science #SingleTopic #Top #volcano
Erupting volcano in Iceland

Would You Feel Safe Living In A City Built On A Foundation Made From The Lava Of A Volcano? That May Be The Future Of Icelandic Construction. » TwistedSifter

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#science #architecture #volcano #top #magma #iceland #singletopic #builders #buildingmaterials #cityconstruction #cityfoundation #lava #lavaforming

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The Prime Minister is already showing the public how Spain ended up in this situation in the first place 🤡
Post from javier blas see if I understood Spanish PM: - we should not eliminate any hypothesis, but he has unilaterally ruled out any link to renewables - nuclear power plants are bad - we should wait to expert reports, but he contradicts the preliminary findings from the experts at the grid

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you ever think about how Christians are explicitly genocidal towards Jews and it's one of their central tenets?

sure they might not explicitly preach blood libel anymore but their goal is to convert everyone

if you convert every Jew you have wiped out the Jewish people

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those of you who consider yourselves Christian, presumably if you're on here and remotely in my orbit, then you don't seek the eradication of the Jews, and I'm glad of that!

but I've never found an explanation of how you can square the concept of supercessionism that isn't either genocidal, or your own esoteric heretical version* of Christianity

*(which like, cool, fine, but also I don't really think you can expect other people to think of your particular esoteric version when they talk about Christianity)

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They just don't think genocide is bad if it involves saving a bunch of Jewish fools from worshipping God wrong and going to Hell. It's a helpful genocide! And they're helping the Native Americans too! 🤦

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europesays.com/2037829/ Japan hydrogen gamble: What the world can learn from this high-stakes energy bet – WEF #BusinessDevelopment #japan
japan hydrogen stakes energy

Japan hydrogen gamble: What the world can learn from this high-stakes energy bet - WEF - EUROPE SAYS

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#japan #businessdevelopment

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#nutriscore Scienziati di proprietà? ilfattoalimentare.it/silenzio-…

Nutri Score: il silenzio colpevole dei nutrizionisti. Lettera alle società

Il silenzio colpevole dei nutrizionisti italiani sul Nutri-Score. Lettera aperta alle società scientifiche che non hanno mai preso posizione
Roberto La Pira (Il Fatto Alimentare)
#nutriscore

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europesays.com/2037827/ Japan’s factory output slides as Trump tariffs jolt manufacturers | The Mighty 790 KFGO #japan
Japan’s factory output slides as Trump tariffs jolt manufacturers | The Mighty 790 KFGO

Japan’s factory output slides as Trump tariffs jolt manufacturers | The Mighty 790 KFGO - EUROPE SAYS

By Satoshi Sugiyama
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#japan

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🇪🇪 OGAE Estonia Reveals Points for OGAE Poll 2025 byteseu.com/967870/ #Estonia #Headline #ogae #OGAEPoll2025
🇪🇪 Estonia: Tommy Cash Had to Meet With ERR Board Over Joost Klein Collaboration

🇪🇪 OGAE Estonia Reveals Points for OGAE Poll 2025

The next set of results is in for the OGAE Poll 2025, with the results from Estonia announced.
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#headline #estonia #ogaepoll2025 #ogae
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