OK, as a military brat*, the idea of these upward-failing techbros commissioning in at Lt. Col. is extraordinarily offensive. They're basically buying their way into a rank that the military normally withholds from officers for decades.
We are told, again and again, that Israel is defending itself. But it is only defending its right to act with impunity throughout the Middle East to maintain its supremacy. Israel's attack on Iran is just the latest example.
We are told, again and again, that Israel is defending itself. But it is only defending its right to act with impunity throughout the Middle East to maintain its supremacy. Israel’s attack on Iran is just the latest example.
This baba ganoush recipe is the best! It's easy to make, too (no food processor required). You'll need eggplant, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic.
“Every year, the Black and Latino caucuses hear how polling suggests we need to talk about... immigrants less," says Colorado lawmaker Jennifer Bacon. "But we believe in this, so let’s do it.”
The state adopted a Voting Rights Act to stand in for quickly eroding federal protections. Still, local advocates warn there’s much more Colorado can do to ensure multilingual access.
Michelle Bowman is a veteran of the Federal Reserve. But the ink on her newest role – the Fed’s vice chair for supervision – is still drying. Following her
Hoy es el Día de #Portugal y han invitado a la escritora Lídia Jorge a decir unas palabras en el acto institucional. El señor de la corbata verde que enfocan en contraplano es el líder de la ultraderecha. Obrigada, Lídia. 💚❤️
(Reuters) -Wall Street ended sharply lower on Friday after Iran launched missiles at Israel in response to intensive Israeli strikes aimed at crippling
Current #Mood: "#WorldWarIII is probably imminent and, considering the advances in chemical biological warfare in conjunction with the sickness vibrations of #Hexagram23, the unleashing of plague or nerve gas or both is as probable as thermonuclear overkill.
General prognosis: many megadeaths. There is some hope for avoidance of the emerging pattern with prompt action of correct nature.
At three o’clock on Friday morning, sirens blared across Israel, and my family in Tel Aviv sprang awake. As I shuffled my groggy children to the stairwell of
TEHRAN- Parsa Mansour, a prominent member of Iran’s national padel team, was killed in the early hours of Friday during a series of coordinated Israeli
Free 1974 Fuji Special Tourer bicycle restoration, done! It's kinda loud, ha ha. My first attempt at repainting a bicycle with a custom paint job. #BikeTooter #BikeRepair #BikeRestoration
Not so! I bought a "safety orange" Fuji Palisade hybrid with 700mm wheels in the early 1990s. By 1999 the sun had faded the paint; producing an effect not dissimilar to the one seen here. (though the yellow was on the top of the tubes, and the orange below)
@epu Given the general disassembled pieces, I was wondering if I could put it all back together again. Thankfully, the guy who gave it to me didn't lose any pieces, except the seat.
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I'm the strange dude encouraging shananigans. You know, I'm really not that bad! Not a narc, or a fibbie, certainly not the fuzz. All I really want, is to spark this joint while on my evening walk, in the full knowledge that I am free, and safe. Like I've ALWAYS DONE. Orange Hitler is taking that away. From me. From you. From your kids. If a brick is thrown? If a robot burns? THAT'S THE PRICE OF FREEDOM! No kings. no clowns. WE THE PEOPLE WILL TAKE YOU DOWN!!!
Here’s What Federal Troops Can (and Can’t) Do While Deployed in LA Pentagon rules sharply limit US Marines and National Guard activity in Los Angeles, prohibiting arrests, surveillance, and other customary police work. wired.com/story/what-marines-n…
Protests against federal immigration operations in California, a Catholic pilgrimage in Spain, a lawn-mower race in France, a rescue operation in the Mediterranean, and much more
The Pound Sterling (GBP) stood tall for the third consecutive week against the US Dollar (USD) as the GBP/USD pair refreshed 39-month highs above 1.3600.
In addition, lack of adequate regulatory capacity means that it is very likely, as has been the case in real markets, for example, agriculture, left to market
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The Federal Reserve’s dilemma on how to handle interest rates is getting more challenging with tariffs yet to make a significant impact on
..."Hexagram 51 of the I Ching, is of Thunder doubled, spreading shock for miles around. But the Hexagram is not just about the shock it witnesses, it is also a call for action. And so it also goes for the current Mars/Uranus square which finally perfects on June 15th, coinciding with the squares from Jupiter to Saturn and Neptune. It’s not just a full "...
A busy week with a lot of activity! As if we didn’t already know. Between the explosive nature of the Mars/Uranus square, and the inflection point created by Jupiter’s squares to Saturn and Neptune, this is a week we will be reflecting on in months t…
The Texas National Guard is deploying thousands of its troops in response to planned protests of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign and is
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![[ID: Text "tear gas How to treat someone who's been gassed/maced/ pepper sprayed...
1
Leave the active site. Remove contaminated layers of clothing if possible.
2) Flush eyes with clean water (NOT milk!) Sudecon wipes work, too.
3 Wash skin and hair with cool water and soap.
*Expect to be out of commission for 20 minutes
These chemicals have been known to affect reproductive systems and cause uterine bleeding.
Gas canisters have been extinguished by covering them with traffic cones or metal bowls and quickly pouring water in to snuff it out." ]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476592 "[ID: Text \"tear gas How to treat someone who's been gassed/maced/ pepper sprayed...
1
Leave the active site. Remove contaminated layers of clothing if possible.
2) Flush eyes with clean water (NOT milk!) Sudecon wipes work, too.
3 Wash skin and hair with cool water and soap.
*Expect to be out of commission for 20 minutes
These chemicals have been known to affect reproductive systems and cause uterine bleeding.
Gas canisters have been extinguished by covering them with traffic cones or metal bowls and quickly pouring water in to snuff it out.\" ]")
![[ID: text "RUBBER BULLETS
Munitions are touted as "less lethal" than metal bullets but can be just as deadly.
Intended to be aimed at the ground from 50-75m away...but more often targeted at close range.LRAD SOUND CANNONS +FLASH BANGS
can cause permanent hearing loss and are loud enough to induce vomiting.
Reverse riot shields can cut down on targeted sound and reflect some back"]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476594 "[ID: text \"RUBBER BULLETS
Munitions are touted as \"less lethal\" than metal bullets but can be just as deadly.
Intended to be aimed at the ground from 50-75m away...but more often targeted at close range.LRAD SOUND CANNONS +FLASH BANGS
can cause permanent hearing loss and are loud enough to induce vomiting.
Reverse riot shields can cut down on targeted sound and reflect some back\"]")
![[ID: text "WHAT TO BRING
CASH/ CHANGE *Leave no trace, avoid using card for nearby purchases
WATER
*Stay hydrated! *Flush out chemicals, a spray bottle works best
SNACKS
FIRST AID KIT
CHANGE OF CLOTHES
*In case of irritant exposure, or to alter appearance
ID
D.I.Y DEFENSE
Luggage, trash can lids, and portable umbrellas work as makeshift shields."]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476596 "[ID: text \"WHAT TO BRING
CASH/ CHANGE *Leave no trace, avoid using card for nearby purchases
WATER
*Stay hydrated! *Flush out chemicals, a spray bottle works best
SNACKS
FIRST AID KIT
CHANGE OF CLOTHES
*In case of irritant exposure, or to alter appearance
ID
D.I.Y DEFENSE
Luggage, trash can lids, and portable umbrellas work as makeshift shields.\"]")
![[ID: text "PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY Cover up any identifying features (tattoos, birthmarks, dyed hair)
Don't take photos of other protestors or post them online
If you can't leave your phone behind or shut it down, put it on airplane mode and turn off Bluetooth, WiFi, and all app location services
Deactivate biometric phone-unlocking tools (Face ID, fingerprint recognition)
In case of arrest or phone separation, write down emergency contact and legal counsel numbers on arm"]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476598 "[ID: text \"PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY Cover up any identifying features (tattoos, birthmarks, dyed hair)
Don't take photos of other protestors or post them online
If you can't leave your phone behind or shut it down, put it on airplane mode and turn off Bluetooth, WiFi, and all app location services
Deactivate biometric phone-unlocking tools (Face ID, fingerprint recognition)
In case of arrest or phone separation, write down emergency contact and legal counsel numbers on arm\"]")
![[ID: text "Peaceful public protest is entirely within your rights under the First Amendment
(though it does not protect "unlawful activity," i.e. property damage and assault)
As long as it's a designated public space, you have the right to film and document happenings
And remember...
If you're put in a holding cell.. Or a transport vehicle... If a cop comes to your door... If you're pulled over after a protest...
If you're texting on an unsecure device/app...
If someone asks about a fellow protestor...
If a cop asks about your day...
shut the fuck up!"]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476624 "[ID: text \"Peaceful public protest is entirely within your rights under the First Amendment
(though it does not protect \"unlawful activity,\" i.e. property damage and assault)
As long as it's a designated public space, you have the right to film and document happenings
And remember...
If you're put in a holding cell.. Or a transport vehicle... If a cop comes to your door... If you're pulled over after a protest...
If you're texting on an unsecure device/app...
If someone asks about a fellow protestor...
If a cop asks about your day...
shut the fuck up!\"]")
![[ID: text "BE LIKE WATER The motto of the 2019 Hong Kong protests emphasizes anonymity, spontaneity, flexibility, and evasiveness. Keep moving!
BEWARE THE BAIT
Found a convenient pile of bricks? An open door?
Met a strange dude encouraging harm?
The opposition will look for any excuse to get physical.
Stay nonviolent while the circumstances allow. Spin the visual narrative in your favor.]](https://friendica.rogueproject.org/photo/preview/640/2476626 "[ID: text \"BE LIKE WATER The motto of the 2019 Hong Kong protests emphasizes anonymity, spontaneity, flexibility, and evasiveness. Keep moving!
BEWARE THE BAIT
Found a convenient pile of bricks? An open door?
Met a strange dude encouraging harm?
The opposition will look for any excuse to get physical.
Stay nonviolent while the circumstances allow. Spin the visual narrative in your favor.]")
yianiris
in reply to Mondoweiss 🇵🇸 • • •#Israel has started a racist war against all muslim states that the US doesn't control or hasn't invaded and dismantled already.
@mondoweiss @palestine @israel