IMF nudges up 2025 growth forecast but says tariff risks still dog outlook
https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/7/29/imf-nudges-up-2025-growth-forecast-but-says-tariff-risks-still-dog-outlook?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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IMF nudges up 2025 growth forecast but says tariff risks still dog outlook
Future tariff increases are not reflected in the IMF numbers, and could raise effective tariff rates further, it warned.Al Jazeera
Someone shared this elsewhere on the internet this week, and I have to pass it along!
It’s a website where you draw a fish, and then it swims around with other people’s fish. That’s it. That’s all it is.
Draw a Fish Dot Com
Draw and create your own fish. Share your fish creations, vote on others, and watch them swim.DrawAFish.com
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Florida's DJ Lagway has calf strain, in boot at start of fall camp
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Florida's DJ Lagway has calf strain, in boot at start of fall camp - ESPN
Florida QB DJ Lagway will open fall camp watching from the sideline in a walking boot with a calf strain. Said coach Billy Napier: "It's not ideal."ESPN
Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson Are Dating: 'It's Clear They're Smitten' - EUROPE SAYS
https://people.com/pamela-anderson-and-liam-neeson-are-dating-exclusive-11781066EUROPE SAYS
For those who say I cannot use my C5 for anything practical, I used it to pick up my RS order earlier 
#sinclairc5 #sinclair #WeirdCarMastodon
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Alon Aboutboul, Israeli Actor Known in U.S. for Roles in ‘Snowfall’ and ‘The Dark Knight Rises,’ Dies at 60
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/alon-aboutboul-dead-israel-actor-snowfall-dark-knight-rises-1236332657/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Alon Aboutboul Dead: Israeli Actor From Snowfall, Dark Knight Rises
He reportedly collapsed on a beach near Tel Aviv after telling bystanders he wasn't feeling well.Hilary Lewis (The Hollywood Reporter)
Two Meteor Showers Are Peaking Tonight. Here’s How to See Them
https://time.com/7306303/meteor-shower-july-southern-delta-aquariids-alpha-capricornids/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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From here on out, y'all...let's just assume that anytime someone makes a big deal about how deviant the rest of us are, what with our loving our gay, trans, queer, neurodivergent selves, friends and family...that person will always, always, always be a sex predator.
#JasonYates, CEO of #MyFaithVotes just plead guilty after being busted with a whole hard drive of kiddie pron. Worked with the #Trump campaign.
#RobertMorris was the lead pastor of the #Gateway megachurch, close personal friend of #47, as been indicted in Oklahoma on child sex charges which stretch back four decades.
In 2022, Slate published an article about the #GOP and #sexcrimes, and it just keeps getting worse.
Don't trust your #children around Republicans, I guess.
slate.com/news-and-politics/20…
So, Let’s Talk About Republicans and Sex Crimes
This seems like an appropriate moment.Jordan Weissmann (Slate)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs. Watch 7: Is the $50 Difference Worth It?
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is thinner, brighter, and has a bigger battery than its predecessor, but it’s also more expensive. I've tested both and am here to tell you which one is worth your money.Andrew Gebhart (PCMag)
Found in the pocket of jeans I was trying on in M&S - EUROPE SAYS
Liverpool city centre, to be precise.EUROPE SAYS
CALGARY FLAMES PROSPECT POOL - Raw Chili
Personal project that I have been working on for the past few weeks, doing this for every NHL team.Author (Raw Chili)
Widely Condemned Israeli Settler Arrested In Slaying Of Palestinian Activist
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/yinon-levi-arrested-killing-awdah-hathaleen_n_6888fa00e4b08681ba5e4135?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Widely Condemned Israeli Settler Arrested In Slaying Of Palestinian Activist
Trump lifted Biden's sanctions against the settler, Yinon Levi, earlier this year.Lydia O'Connor (HuffPost)
‘Worst-Case Famine Scenario’ Is Unfolding in Gaza, According to U.N.-Backed Report
https://time.com/7306189/gaza-famine-level-ipc-israel-aid/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Luma and Runway expect robotics to eventually be a big revenue driver for them
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Luma and Runway expect robotics to eventually be a big revenue driver for them | TechCrunch
Both Luma and Runway have reportedly held conversations with self-driving car and robotics companies as they look toward the future.Rebecca Szkutak (TechCrunch)
It's the summer of strikes in Boston as unions embrace work stoppages
https://www.axios.com/local/boston/2025/07/29/strikes-fenway-republic-waste-collectors-bar-advocates?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Israeli cruise ship protest sparks violent police clashes on Greek island
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/7/29/israeli-cruise-ship-protest-sparks-violent-police-clashes-on-greek-island?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Israeli cruise ship protest sparks violent police clashes on Greek island
Greek riot police clashed with demonstrators in Rhodes who were protesting the docking of an Israeli cruise ship.Al Jazeera
Trump boasts he 'stopped about five wars' while opening new Scotland golf course, vows to work with Netanyahu
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-boasts-he-stopped-about-five-wars-while-opening-new-scotland-golf-course-vows-work-with-netanyahu?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Trump boasts he 'stopped about five wars' while opening new Scotland golf course, vows to work with Netanyahu
During his Scotland trip, President Donald Trump opened a new golf course, met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and addressed Israel's conflict.Danielle Wallace (Fox News)
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Todd Blanche's past hangs over him as top DOJ official on Epstein case
https://www.npr.org/2025/07/29/nx-s1-5484129/todd-blanche-epstein-ghislaine-maxwell-trump?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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AIPAC Says It’s Too Early to Say if They Don’t Support Starving Kids
https://newrepublic.com/post/198570/aipac-randy-fine-endorsement-gaza-famine?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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AIPAC Says It’s Too Early to Say if They Don’t Support Starving Kids
The pro-Israel lobby hit back at reports it has un-endorsed Representative Randy Fine.The New Republic
Why Trump is obsessed with building a White House ballroom
https://www.npr.org/2025/07/30/nx-s1-5425497/trump-whitehouse-ballroom?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Trump elaborates on spa workers he accused Epstein of poaching
https://www.axios.com/2025/07/29/trump-epstein-spa-workers?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
Posted into Politics @politics-AxiosNews
$1 for me, $1 for you. $2 for you, $1, $2 for me, $3 for you …
Never good to align a system that promotes corruption.
DOJ Targets Federal Judge for Saying Trump Could Cause a “Constitutional Crisis”
Attorney General Pam Bondi filed a misconduct complaint over what she called “improper public comments” about Trump.Jake Johnson (Truthout)
'Five Nights at Freddy's,' WWE coming to Universal Studios Halloween - UPI.com
Universal Studios announced WWE and "Five Nights at Freddy's" attractions for their Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, Fla. and Los Angeles on Tuesday.Fred Topel (UPI)
Social media self-control among students
https://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/the-monitors-view/2025/0729/Social-media-self-control-among-students?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Social media self-control among students
Students are seeking to better manage their engagement with cellphone and social media use, with practical strategies and shared reflection.the Monitor's Editorial Board (The Christian Science Monitor)
‘He can’t get this to stop’: Trump melts down as Epstein scandal engulfs GOP
Donald Trump is reportedly seething as the Jeffrey Epstein scandal continues to dominate headlines, with even his MAGA base refusing to move on.Wendy Greenlaw (Raw Story)
‘Devastating’ spending cuts: Advocates decry Trump tax law's harm to Latino communities • Tennessee Lookout
The tax and spending cuts package signed by President Donald Trump will affect Latinos in communities vulnerable to environmental pollution.Tennessee Lookout
Seattle’s ‘community court’ connected some people arrested for low-level offenses to services without requiring that they first plead guilty. The Republican city attorney disbanded it. Now, she is now running for reelection.
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City Attorney Election Puts Seattle's Renewed 'War on Drugs' Under Scrutiny - Bolts
Ann Davison took a punitive turn toward substance use and other low-level offenses. Her challengers for Seattle City Attorney propose a more progressive route.Michael Barajas (Bolts)
Of Course Duffy Blames Pete Buttigieg For Aviation Issues Under His Watch
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Wanker Duffy Blames Buttigieg For Aviation Issues Under His Watch
Keep Buttigieg's name out of your mouth, Duffy. Also, lighten up on the makeup.Conover Kennard (Crooks and Liars)
2nd Guardians pitcher on leave amid MLB sports gambling investigation
https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/2nd-guardians-pitcher-leave-amid-mlb-sports-gambling/story?id=124168023&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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All-Star pitcher on leave amid MLB sports gambling probe
"I'm not happy," Guardians manager Stephen Vogt said.Kelly McCarthy (ABC News)
Radio Host Scolds ‘Liberal Media’ For Slamming Trump-Epstein Relationship, Overlooking Bill Clinton’s Ties
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/charlamagne-tha-god-liberal-media-epstein-files_n_6888eef9e4b002de4428515f?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Radio Host Scolds ‘Liberal Media’ For Slamming Trump-Epstein Relationship, Overlooking Bill Clinton’s Ties
"Burn it all down,” Charlamagne tha God said while ranting about the Epstein case.Jazmin Tolliver (HuffPost)
#ClaudeKing
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Claude King - Wolverton Mountain 1962 (Country Music Greats)
Columbia Records - Claude King - Wolverton Mountain 1962 "Wolverton Mountain" was a hit that established Claude King's career as an American country singer/s...YouTube
Opera Accuses Microsoft of Anti-Competitive Edge Tactics - Slashdot
Opera will file a complaint against Microsoft to Brazilian antitrust authority CADE on Tuesday, alleging the tech giant gives its Edge browser an unfair advantage over competitors.slashdot.org
Trump met teenage Epstein victim who was contestant in his beauty pageant
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/07/29/trump-teenage-epstein-victim-beauty-pageant/85420675007/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Trump met teenage Epstein victim who was contestant in his beauty pageant
One of four survivors who testified at Ghislaine Maxwell's trial is one of the few who has brought up Trump. She didn't accuse him of wrongdoing.Holly Baltz (Palm Beach Post)
Third Whistleblower Accuses Trump Judicial Nominee of Misleading Lawmakers About Eric Adams’ Corrupt ...
A whistleblower has accused federal judicial nominee Emil Bove of misleading lawmakers about his handling of New York Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case.Ahmad Austin Jr. (Mediaite)
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