Security Council meets in emergency session over Iran-Israel conflict, amid strikes and counterstrikes -
The Council cleared its original schedule to address the rapidly evolving crisis, also hearing from the head of the UN-backed international nuclear watchdog,EUROPE SAYS
What Israel’s kitchen-sink operation against Iran tells us so far - EUROPE SAYS
'Total intelligence dominance': Brett McGurk breaks down Israel's strikes on IranEUROPE SAYS
Every new Russian shelling of Kharkiv results in thousands of broken windows and damage, said Kharkiv’s Mayor, Ihor Terekhov
“Currently, need for windows exceeds 50,000. The record was more than five thousand in one attack,” he added
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Russia shatters 50,000 windows in Kharkiv as aid for recovery dries up - Euromaidan Press
While the West debates over support and peace talks, locals and volunteers help services in the city to clean up streets from rubble every day and deliver lunch to rescuers.Olena Mukhina (Euromaidan Press)
A new Bay Area generation goes all-in on mahjong
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Protests expected this weekend, as well as an Army parade in D.C.
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Spain economy minister urges fair, balanced EU-US tariff deal | National - EUROPE SAYS
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said a tariff pact between the EU and Washington should be "fair and balanced," although both sides remain far from aEUROPE SAYS
Sen. Mark Warner: “For years, Iran has threatened the safety of Israel and the region and Israel has an undeniable right to defend itself and its citizens.”
See below for statements re: the Israeli strikes on Iran, from Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, and others as I see them. Crazy times. And yes, by pulling us out of the Iran nuclear deal, which...Blue Virginia
⚡️🇺🇦President Zelensky talks about 40% of Ukraine’s domestic military production capacity being idle due to a lack of funding, while at presser with German Minister of Defense (War & Politics 24 - Ukrainian News VIDEO) #Ukraine #Mastodon #Germany #France #Italy #OSCE #PACE #SouthKorea #Press #News #Taiwan #Media #Japan #USA #US #UK #EU #NATO #UnitedStates #UnitedKingdom
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💥SHOCKING Speech by Zelensky on the WAR in Ukraine! The audience FELL SILENT
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Exclusive: US #Marines carry out first known #detention of #civilian in #LosAngeles, video
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Marines deployed to #LA carried out the detention of a civilian on Friday, the US #military confirmed after being presented w/ Reuters images, in the first known detention by active-duty #troops deployed there by #Trump.
#Trump #law #PosseComitatusAct #democracy #RightToProtest #FreedomOfAssembly #authoritarianism #tyranny #Gestapo #AmericanAutocracy #protests
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If you want to understand how we'll survive this mess, check out Next Comes What by Andrea Pitzer. I help produce this weekly podcast about how now fits into the history of authoritarianism and what we can do to fight back. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/…
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What To Expect From Next Week's Federal Reserve Meeting on Interest Rates - EUROPE SAYS
The Federal Reserve is likely to stick to its "wait-and-see" mantra next week, setting it on a collision course with the president.EUROPE SAYS
The euro area economy has proved fairly resilient - EUROPE SAYS
The vice-president of the European Central Bank, Luis de Guindos, said that the bloc’s economy had proven resilient but faced a number of risks, such asEUROPE SAYS
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The MajorLinux Show: SplitFridays with Kevikev (05/02/2025) – MajorLinux
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From AP.com: US measles count nears 1,200 cases as Ohio officials confirm 3 outbreaks are over
Bundesbank study: Wealth in Germany grows in nominal terms but declines in real terms, with no change in
In 2023, the Bundesbankonce again conducted its panel on household finances (PHF) to survey households’ wealth, debt and income. The study found that holdingsEUROPE SAYS
IMF backs Argentina’s new economic moves ahead of key loan review in June — TradingView News - EUROPE SAYS
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed support for a series of recent policy measures announced by Argentina’s central bank and finance ministry,EUROPE SAYS
I’m one of Barnes and Noble’s 10 favorite Indie books this year!
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10 Favorite Indie eBooks of 2025 (So Far!)
Our Favorite Indie eBooks of 2025 (so far) are proving just how exciting and diverse independent publishing can be. These ten standout titles span every genre. From heart-racing thrillers to swoon-worthy romance, and powerful historical fiction.Barnes & Noble Press (Barnes & Noble Press Blog)
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They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.
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Backpack and Snorkel Travel Guide for a Self-Guided City and Murals Tour of Derry - Northern Ireland Purple Travel Guide
Derry was the epicenter of The Troubles in Northern Ireland. A Self-Guided City and Murals Tour brings you to the most important locations in Derry.Backpack and Snorkel Travel Guides - The Home of the Purple Travel Guides
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Judge denies Mahmoud Khalil's release after Trump admin submits new filing
Gavin Newsom rediscovers fighting MAGA is popular. And he’s good at it.
Erasing the hyphen between India and Pakistan - EUROPE SAYS
The facts are clear—no country can equate Pakistan with India. Pakistan is financially, economically and politically precarious, teetering on the brink ofEUROPE SAYS
Downtown LA businesses prepare for weekend protests – NBC Los Angeles - EUROPE SAYS
Los Angeles prepares for more ICE raids and protests as the legal dispute intensifies over control of the California National Guard. See live updates below.EUROPE SAYS
Mexico’s President Calls Image of Flag in Protests a ‘Provocation’ - The New York Times
MyPillow CEO decries ‘Ministry of Truth’ as election fraud defamation trial heads to jury | Courthouse News Service
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MyPillow CEO decries ‘Ministry of Truth’ as election fraud defamation trial heads to jury
A lawyer for the man caught in the center of 2020 election fraud conspiracy theories called MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's use of a trial promo codewww.courthousenews.com
Paris' Iconic Opera House Celebrates 150 Years : State of the World from NPR
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The War Israel Was Ready to Fight - EUROPE SAYS
On October 7, 2023, Israel suffered the most catastrophic assault in its history when Hamas terrorists killed more than 1,000 people and took hundreds ofEUROPE SAYS
Israel expands strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities : NPR - EUROPE SAYS
Open Source Centre/Airbus Defence and SpaceEUROPE SAYS
Iran claims it has downed two Israeli jets - as it fires missiles in response to Friday's attacks |
Iran claims it has shot down two Israeli jets and that its response to Friday night's attacks on nuclear and military infrastructure has begun.EUROPE SAYS
Fed agencies are supporting🚨ICE's IMM raids:
*250 IRS agents are providing manpower support on raids *deputized to make arrests
*1/4 of USCIS refugee officers: currently supporting ICE
*TSA...
Some employees said they were told by ldshp to take the assignments to justify their jobs.
Efforts are spearheaded by #ICE within the #DHS +other agencies are🚨soliciting WKRs to help ramp up the IMM CRACKDOWN.
🚫#Detention #Deportations
Attend a #NoKings event.
#Immigrants #USPol
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Feds from IRS agents to refugee officers are deploying to assist ICE conduct raids
President Trump is tapping unusual parts of the government immigration enforcement, and offering unprecedented roles.Eric Katz (Government Executive)
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Simple blood test detects cancer up to 3 years symptoms appear - Earth.com
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Simple blood test detects cancer up to 3 years symptoms appear - Earth.com
Discover the innovation behind the cancer test that identifies tumor markers in blood samples long before symptoms emerge.Jordan Joseph (Earth.com)
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Gold overtakes Euro as second-largest global reserve asset - EUROPE SAYS
Due to a combination of central bank gold buying and the surging price of gold, gold has overtaken the euro as the world’s number two reserve asset.EUROPE SAYS
Most Americans can't afford a 'minimal quality of life,' researchers say
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60% of American households don't have quality of life, including the possibility of upward mobility
Americans are losing spending power, say researchers: Most can no longer afford a 'minimal quality of life'
The Ludwig Institute's Minimal Quality of Life Index found that, in 2023, only 40% of Americans earned enough money to get by in relative comfort.Ryan Ermey (CNBC)
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