New from Michael Agresta: José Skinner’s The Search Committee paints, scene by scene, a rich regional landscape as the story twists and turns through this new, fast-paced satire of Texas academia at the #border. texasobserver.org/the-search-c…
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‘The Search Committee’ Is a Subtle Rebuke of the Border Literary Canon
José Skinner’s fast-paced satire delivers sharp insights gleaned from years lived in Mexico and the Rio Grande Valley.Michael Agresta (The Texas Observer)
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Watch: Ethan Hawke is 'unemployable' Broadway lyricist in 'Blue Moon' - UPI.com
Sony Pictures Classics released a trailer for "Blue Moon," starring Ethan Hawke as Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart facing the potential end of his career.Ben Hooper (UPI)
"Love Is Blind" wants Philadelphia singles
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Ghislaine Maxwell demands immunity before testifying to Congress
Epstein associate and convicted sex trafficker’s lawyer responds to subpoena from House panel with conditionsAnna Betts (The Guardian)
Trump has SHOCK ADMISSION on Victims on AIR FORCE ONE
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump admitting he was aware what Epstein was doing at Mar-A-Lago — and his admission was devastating and dee...YouTube
Police Respond to Illinois Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie
Police in Skokie, Illinois, are responding to a reported incident at Westfield Old Orchard Mall.Gabe Whisnant (Newsweek)
18-year-old detained by ICE told he had no rights, despite U.S. citizenship – National | Globalnews.ca
Source: 18-year-old detained by ICE told he had no rights, despite U.S. citizenship - National | Globalnews.ca
Third whistleblower comes out against DOJ's Emil Bove
A third whistleblower has brought forth allegations against the DOJ's Emil Bove.Cheyenne McNeill (Salon.com)
5 Questions to Ask Your Summer Fling Before the Season Ends
These should help you understand whether you’re caught up in the summer heat or truly falling in love with someone worth the investment...Sammi Caramela (VICE)
'Hijacked by Trump!' Judge boots GOP governor's far-right appointees in major rebuke
A Virginia judge ruled Tuesday that eight public university board appointees of Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin cannot serve any longer due to the rejection of their nomination in the state Senate, The Washington Post reported.Matthew Chapman (Raw Story)
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'Can't let them control the narrative': GOP scrambles to sell unpopular law during recess
House Republicans are hoping to get ahead of voter anger over President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" during Congress' month-long recess this summer — before Democrats can get their argument against it to stick.Carl Gibson (Alternet.org)
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Idol Tōjō Momoka, a member of the group KATACOTO*BANK, got in trouble with her management a year ago for the crime of posting a pic of her with her (gasp!) boyfriend. The company forced her to perform "purification" by posting "good night" photos to social media daily for a year.
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A quotation from Ambrose Bierce
RECONSIDER, v. To seek a justification for a decision already made.
Ambrose Bierce (1842-1914?) American writer and journalist
“Reconsider,” The Devil’s Dictionary (1911)
Sourcing, notes: wist.info/bierce-ambrose/1073/
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"Reconsider," The Devil's Dictionary (1911) - Bierce, Ambrose | WIST Quotations
RECONSIDER, v. To seek a justification for a decision already made. Originally published in the The Devil's Dictionary [A-Z] as Vol. 7 of his Collected Works.WIST Quotations
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Busta Rhymes to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Next Month
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Busta Rhymes to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Next Month
The rapper-turned-'Naked Gun' actor will get the 2,818th star.Bernadette Giacomazzo (Complex)
PinkPantheress and Jack Harlow Compete for Studio Time in Viral 'Illegal' Video
https://www.complex.com/music/a/alex-gonzalez/pinkpantheress-jack-harlow-studio-time-illegal-tiktok?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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PinkPantheress and Jack Harlow Compete for Studio Time in Viral 'Illegal' Video
Both artists have seen much viral success with their music on TikTok.Alex Gonzalez (Complex)
Oh good grief... I forgot the half-angle trigonometric identities.
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Ben Johnson: Luther Burden is a little bit behind right now
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Ben Johnson: Luther Burden is a little bit behind right now
Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden practiced for the first time in training camp on Monday and the second-round pick has some catching up to do.Josh Alper (NBC Sports)
Reviewers With Mature Skin Are Using This $17 Gel ‘In Place Of An Expensive Skin Serum’ For Smoothing And Glow
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/seven-minerals-aloe-vera-gel-sale_l_6888d71de4b0c4af7791d09c?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Reviewers With Mature Skin Are Using This $17 Gel ‘In Place Of An Expensive Skin Serum’ For Smoothing And Glow
Users say their skin has never looked or felt better.Griffin Wynne (HuffPost)
NYC's Coolest New Tech Shop Feels Like a Modern Sharper Image
https://www.pcmag.com/articles/nycs-coolest-new-tech-shop-feels-like-a-modern-sharper-image?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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NYC's Coolest New Tech Shop Feels Like a Modern Sharper Image
I got an early look at tm:rw, an electronics showcase in Times Square filled with high-end gear and hands-on attractions.Will Greenwald (PCMag)
Week of July 21 Evening News Ratings: News Networks Can't Match 2024
https://www.adweek.com/tvnewser/week-of-july-21-2025-evening-news-ratings/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Week of July 21 Evening News Ratings: News Networks Can’t Match 2024
ABC World News Tonight with David Muir remained flat in total viewers compared to the previous week.Molly Fuard (Adweek)
Diddy’s Team Files Motion for Him to Be Released on $50 Million Bond Ahead of Sentencing
https://www.complex.com/music/a/markelibert/diddy-team-files-motion-release-sentencing?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Diddy’s Team Files Motion for Him to Be Released on $50 Million Bond Ahead of Sentencing
Diddy is set to be sentenced in October.Mark Elibert (Complex)
Gen Z doesn’t need your approval, but it does need good advice. My new column, Dollar Signs, is here to help.
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/gen-z-doesnt-need-your-approval-but-it-does-need-good-advice-my-new-column-dollar-signs-is-here-to-help-15aa2b7f?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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New UK Age Restrictions Have People Running to VPNs. What's It All About?
https://www.pcmag.com/news/new-uk-age-restrictions-have-people-running-to-vpns-whats-it-all-about?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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New UK Age Restrictions Have People Running to VPNs. What's It All About?
Under the Online Safety Act, UK residents who want to access NSFW platforms will need to prove they're over 18. The easiest way to avoid doing that is to use a VPN.Will McCurdy (PCMag)
Watch: Ethan Hawke is 'unemployable' Broadway lyricist in 'Blue Moon' - UPI.com
Sony Pictures Classics released a trailer for "Blue Moon," starring Ethan Hawke as Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart facing the potential end of his career.Ben Hooper (UPI)
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‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Lands No. 1 Spot at U.K., Ireland Box Office as ‘Saiyaara’ Climbs the Chart
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‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Debuts Atop U.K., Ireland Box Office
Disney’s 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' claimed the top spot at the U.K. and Ireland box office with a strong debut of $10.8 million.Naman Ramachandran (Variety)
Here are the 13 books that made the Booker Prize longlist
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HIGHLIGHTS: Davis Martin Tosses 7 Strikeouts As White Sox Defeat Phillies (7.28.25) - Raw Chili
Luis Robert Jr. followed suite in the bottom of the 4th, striking the Phillies with yet another 2-run home run to take the lead.RAWCHILI (Raw Chili)
Timeline of Manhattan mass shooting: Suspect Shane Tamura allegedly drove from Nevada to commit attack
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Timeline of Manhattan mass shooting: Suspect Shane Tamura allegedly drove from Nevada to commit attack
The gunman allegedly killed four people in Monday's mass shooting.Bill Hutchinson (ABC News)
Damn Republican gun cult. County fairs cannot ban firearms on the fairgrounds, Ohio AG rules #Ohio
Keep in mind, Ohio is also conceal carry without a permit
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County fairs cannot ban firearms on the fairgrounds, Ohio AG rules
The opinion, prompted by a Champaign County inquiry, says agricultural societies qualify as political subdivisions and cannot override state firearm regulations.Anna Staver, cleveland.com (cleveland)
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