This is a bit last-minute, but here's a nice line-up of over 70 books you can grab for free in exchange for your email addy.
That's 70 books of fantasy and science-fiction that are not romance - subplots are allowed, but none of that sweet, icky love, okay?
Check it out here:
books.bookfunnel.com/fantasyjuโฆ
This is your chance to try a new author with no regrets! But hurry, this goes away on the 31st.
#FreeBooks
#Fantasy
#SciFi
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Free Fantasy & Science Fiction for July 2025
Searching for your next favorite story? Look no further! These bestselling authors have teamed up to offer a delightful selection of new books. Available for a limited time.books.bookfunnel.com
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Blood Bowl Match: Underbochum Upsqueaks vs. Tir Na Nog (Blood Bowl)
Come around and say hi! twitch.tv/spark_the_fox
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I play games randomly. But don't expect too much. Also I might do some streams where I'll build or craft stuff. (Brick building, diy, woodworking and/or puppet making)Ich spiele alles alles mรถgliche. Aber erwartet nicht zu viel.Twitch
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AHH! You have a fine-mesh carrier!
I remember that my chihuahua did the same when I took her on the airplane from FL to SFO!
All my love to Linus!
Tell him he's not alone!
Russian delegation touches down in North Korea on first commercial flight
The first regular commercial flight to the Democratic Peopleโs Republic of Korea (DPRK) in years has landed โ met with celebration by localsOdysee
Google rolling out Video Overviews in NotebookLM
https://9to5google.com/2025/07/29/notebooklm-video-overviews/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Google rolling out Video Overviews in NotebookLM
As teased at I/O 2025 in May, NotebookLM is adding Video Overviews to complement the popular audio podcasts.ยAbner Li (9to5Google)
so, it sounds like the NYU killer took the wrong elevator and shot a Blackrock exec.
. . . Shame.
Exclusive: A group of congressional Democrats wants to ban for-profit corporations from forming and using political action committees.
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The best deal in Google TV hardware now throws in Apple TV+ for free
https://9to5google.com/2025/07/29/walmart-onn-4k-plus-google-tv-apple-tv-promo/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
Posted into All Stories @all-stories-9to5google
The best deal in Google TV hardware now throws in Apple TV+ for free
Walmartโs Onn 4K Plus was already the most affordable and best value in Google TV hardware, and now the retailer...Ben Schoon (9to5Google)
New server, new account!
hissquiet = minmoonuh
Iโll follow folks back when I have a minute. gonna delete this post later
The Highgate Vampire โ Did a 1970s Nosferatu Stalk a London Cemetery? - David Castleton Blog - The Serpent's Pen
In 1970s London, a dark presence was said to haunt Highgate Cemetery. The Highgate Vampire sparked media panic, mass hysteria & two young vampire hunters ...David Castleton (David Castleton Blog - The Serpent's Pen)
Fermion release new album 'Conflicted' via Re:Mission Entertainment #Fermion
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Fermion release new album 'Conflicted'
New York-based electronic duo Fermion just released their new LP "Conflicted" via Re:Mission Entertainment. The album is also available as a limited edition CD.Bernard - Side-Line Staff (SIDE-LINE)
Diddyโs Lawyers File Motion Seeking Pre-Sentencing Release From Prison
https://www.thewrap.com/diddy-trial-lawyers-file-motion-pre-sentencing-prison-release/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Diddy's Lawyers File Motion for Pre-Sentencing Prison Release
Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial lawyers have filed a new motion seeking his pre-sentencing release from federal detainment.Alex Welch (TheWrap)
Five Strangely Fascinating Moments From a Weird Baseball Summer Monday
https://www.si.com/mlb/five-strangely-fascinating-moments-from-a-weird-baseball-summer-monday?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
Posted into Top Stories in Sports @top-stories-in-sports-thenewsdesk
Five Strangely Fascinating Moments From a Weird Baseball Summer Monday
From amazing catches to getting stung by a bee, hereโs what you missed from the baseball diamond Monday night.Tyler Lauletta (Sports Illustrated)
84 Days Until Tip-Off - Off-Season Discussion Thread | Jul 29, 2025 - Raw Chili
Upcoming Events Start of the 2025-26 NBA regular season October 21 Daily Listening: MJ Lenderman - Manning Fireworks (2024) | Recommended by u/Academic-Ad4889Author (Raw Chili)
OpenAI launches Study Mode in ChatGPT
techcrunch.com/2025/07/29/openโฆ
OpenAI launches Study Mode in ChatGPT | TechCrunch
OpenAI's Study Mode aims to help students develop their own critical thinking skills, rather than just giving answers.Maxwell Zeff (TechCrunch)
Penn State has 2 early candidates for college footballโs defensive player of the year
https://www.pennlive.com/pennstatefootball/2025/07/penn-state-has-2-early-candidates-for-college-footballs-defensive-player-of-the-year.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Penn State has 2 early candidates for college footballโs defensive player of the year
Zane Durant has been a popular name this offseason, but the other Nittany Lion is finally getting some deserved praise.Max Ralph | mralph@pennlive.com (pennlive)
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Area: Birmingham, UK
Live Flight Tracker - Real-Time Flight Tracker Map | Flightradar24
The worldโs most popular flight tracker. Track planes in real-time on our flight tracker map and get up-to-date flight status & airport information.Flightradar24
Remember who we are working for today folks. Rise and Grind. - EUROPE SAYS
A little miniature on work culture in Ireland. Inspired by the old green posters in Dublin.EUROPE SAYS
Nominations pileup has Senate Republicans threatening rules changes
https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/07/29/congress/senate-nominations-rules-changes-00481796?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
Posted into Congress @congress-politico
Witnesses and data say malnutrition-related deaths in Gaza have shot up | AP News
Sketch of person of interest released after couple killed while hiking
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/sketch-person-interest-released-after-couple-killed-hiking-124176929?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Video Sketch of person of interest released after couple killed while hiking
Arkansas State Police released a composite sketch of a man seen in Devil's Den State Park on Saturday, the day of the killings.ABC News
Netanyahu considers plan to annex territories in Gaza if no ceasefire: Sources
https://abcnews.go.com/International/video/netanyahu-considers-plan-annex-territories-gaza-ceasefire-sources-124178566?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Video Netanyahu considers plan to annex territories in Gaza if no ceasefire: Sources
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a plan to annex territories in Gaza, two sources familiar with the matter told ABC News.ABC News
Netflixโs โPride and Prejudiceโ Series Reveals First Look at the Bennet Sisters, Rounds Out Cast With Rufus Sewell, Louis Partridge, Rhea Norwood and More
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-pride-and-prejudice-first-look-full-cast-revealed-1236472819/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Netflix's 'Pride and Prejudice' First Look, Full Cast Revealed
Netflix has unveiled a first look and the supporting cast for its upcoming 'Pride and Prejudice' limited series, which is currently in production.Jack Dunn (Variety)
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Google AI confused Luka Doncic's vertical with Donte Divincenzo's from the combine.... - Raw Chili
https://www.theverge.com/news/714989/luka-doncic-42-inch-vertical-google-ai-search-summaryAuthor (Raw Chili)
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 8PM CT (1AM Monday UTC)
IT'S #MONSTERDON
we will be watching
The Raven (1963)
"Magician Erasmus Craven (Vincent Price) is still deeply depressed two years after the death of his beloved wife, Lenore (Hazel Court). One day, he's visited by Adolphus Bedlo (Peter Lorre), who has been transformed into a raven after losing a duel to Dr. Scarabus (Boris Karloff), an evil wizard. After Craven transforms Bedlo back into a human, Bedlo claims to have seen Lenore's ghost at Scarabus' castle, prompting the two to head to Scarabus' castle to seek Craven's lost love."
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The Raven Official Trailer #1 - Vincent Price Movie (1963) HD
Subscribe to TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/sxaw6hSubscribe to COMING SOON: http://bit.ly/H2vZUnSubscribe to CLASSIC TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u43jDeLike us on FACEB...YouTube
added this weekend's #MonsterdonAlert post from you for THE RAVEN (1963) to the #WatchPartyCalendar along with streaming sources:
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8/3/25 #Monsterdon available on:
Tubi
PlutoTV
Roku Channel
archive.org/details/the-raven-โฆ courtesy of SnoopJ (@SnoopJ )
mediafire.com/folder/e9po5d81mโฆ courtesy of Judgment Dave (@davesdogmaggie )
The Raven | Full Comedy Horror Movie | Restored HD Classic | Vincent Price | Retro Central
The Raven | Full Comedy Horror Movie | Restored HD Classic | English | Retro Central | Full Movie | Free Movie | Classic Movies | Restored Movie | Horror Mov...YouTube
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Cash App users can now pool money for group payments -- even with non-users | TechCrunch
Cash App's new feature lets users pool money with a group to pay for expenses like vacations and gifts.Lauren Forristal (TechCrunch)
There's not enough paint in the world to paint all the dicks it would take to make NE Going street (my neighborhood East/West bike boulevard) a smooth ride. Every type of pavement imaginable was used in different stretches of it and it's all thrashed. It would be one long giant dick only visible from the air.
#Portland #biketooter
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A crude pothole graffiti tactic got Portlandโs attention. Please donโt copy it, officials say
Nearby apartment dwellers had a bird's eye view of the graphic murals.Sami Edge | The Oregonian/OregonLive (oregonlive)
If you want to see the rules on any Mastodon server:
1. Go to its website (you don't need to log in or be a member)
2. If you're on a phone click โฐ and then "About" at bottom of menu, on a computer click the "About" link next to server's name in bottom left corner
3. Scroll down to the section marked "Server Rules" and click on it to open it
This can be really useful if you're looking for a server to join or move to, as you can see how seriously the admin takes moderation.
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As far as I know it's generally up to the admin to mention extra features in the description. I've listed some Fediverse servers with longer-than-500 character limits over on @FediGarden at:
fedi.garden/tag/larger-post-siโฆ
Also, Glitch and Hometown servers tend to have more features such as markdown etc:
fedi.garden/tag/glitch-mastodoโฆ
fedi.garden/tag/hometown-mastoโฆ
Sharkey is a totally different kind of Fediverse platform which has extra features:
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Venus Williams will return to the U.S. Open in the mixed doubles tournament with Reilly Opelka
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/venus-williams-will-return-to-the-u-s-open-in-the-mixed-doubles-tournament-with-reilly-opelka?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Venus Williams will return to the U.S. Open in the mixed doubles tournament with Reilly Opelka
A total of 16 duos will be competing for the $1 million top prize.PBS News
New Comic found: Dogs of C-Kennel - 2025-07-29 gocomics.com/dogsofckennel/202โฆ
Dogs of C-Kennel by Mick and Mason Mastroianni for July 29, 2025 | GoComics
Read Dogs of C-Kennelโa comic strip by creator Mick and Mason Mastroianniโfor today, July 29, 2025, and check out other great comics, too!www.gocomics.com
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