'Taking back what is theirs' — Ukrainian special forces successfully raid Russian-occupied island in Black Sea
Ukrainian special forces destroyed Russian weaponry and personnel during a combat operation on the Tendra Spit, an island off the coast of the occupied area of Kherson Oblast, Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (HUR) reported on Jul. 29.Tracking information about the Russian War against Ukraine
Russian missile hits Ukrainian military training ground, killing 3 soldiers, injuring 18
Russia launched a missile attack on a military training facility of Ukraine’s Ground Forces on July 29, killing at least three soldiers and injuring another 18.Tracking information about the Russian War against Ukraine
Arlington to host Japan-Texas Economic Summit in 2026 - EUROPE SAYS
The city of Arlington will host the Japan-Texas Economic Summit next year when it returns to the state after an eight-year absence.EUROPE SAYS
Netflix has a first look at Pride And Prejudice to bewitch you, body and soul
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Netflix has a bewitching first look at Pride And Prejudice
Rufus Sewell, Freya Mavor, Rhea Norwood, Louis Partridge, Fiona Shaw, and more are joining the Jane Austen adaptation.AV Club
As Ryan Reynolds helps Astronomer on scandal, his wife’s troubles continue
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As Ryan Reynolds helps Astronomer on scandal, his wife's troubles continue
Ryan Reynolds’ company produced snarky ad addressing Astronomer’s Coldplay scandal, but his humor hasn’t worked for Blake Lively.mross@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
Treasure-hunt transponder prompts evacuation of VTA station in Campbell
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Treasure-hunt transponder prompts evacuation of VTA station in Campbell
The sheriff’s office says a geocache box placed at a light-rail station was reported as a suspicious package, spurring a clear-out of neighboring schools and businesses Tuesday.rsalonga@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
22 Democratic-led states sue Trump administration over Planned Parenthood funding cuts
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22 Democratic-led states sue Trump administration over Planned Parenthood funding cuts
The new cuts are focused on services such as cancer screenings and tests, birth control and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.gqlshare (The Mercury News)
"The new party from Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana has already had almost 600,000 sign ups. To put that in perspective, the Labour Party had 564,443 members at its peak during the Corbyn years when it was the biggest party in western Europe."
"As Zarah Sultana pointed out in an interview with Novara Media, we were told to leave Labour so we did, and now we are told we are splitting the left-wing vote, but we are the left and we are taking all of those votes."
El contenido del voto particular es realmente demoledor.
Un juez del Supremo carga contra Hurtado por encausar sin pruebas al fiscal general eldiario.es/1_bebcf7
Un juez del Supremo carga contra Hurtado por encausar sin pruebas al fiscal general
El magistrado discrepante Andrés Palomo apuesta por archivar la causa contra García Ortiz y critica que el instructor no haya creído a los periodistas que exculparon al fiscal general o que la UCO haya evitado analizar pruebas de descargo que apuntab…Alberto Pozas (ElDiario.es)
Emma Thompson is finally doing her mandatory British crime drama in Down Cemetery Road first look
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Down Cemetery Road first look: Emma Thompson's new drama - AV Club
Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson co-star in Down Cemetery Road, premiering October 29 on Apple TV+ from the team behind Slow Horses.AV Club
Henry "Pork Chops" Aaron - Later Known as Hammerin' Hank - at the Negro Leagues Baseball
Anyone stopping through Kansas City owes it to themselves to stop by the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, a thorough and curated collection of history andAuthor (Raw Chili)
This Epstein timeline reveals so much about Trump
On August 10, 2019, Jeffrey Epstein — accused of sex trafficking in minor girls — killed himself in his jail cell while awaiting trial, and a new conspiracy theory was born: Powerful forces silenced him.Steven Harper, Common Dreams (Raw Story)
Institute for Social Ecology: **Interview with German translator of The Ecology of Freedom**
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Interview with Dr. Maurice Schumann, who has recently published the first complete German translation of Murray Bookchin's The Ecology of Freedom.
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Vineyard to the Popes
The Pope maintained a second home in the countryside at Châteauneuf-du-Pape during the Avignon Papacy. Sometimes two or even three Popes competed for power.Bob's Pages of Travel, Linux, Cybersecurity, and More
'I've got this opportunity': Former GOP rep blames anti-corruption rules for sudden exit
Former Rep. Mark Green (R-Fla.), who officially left Congress last week to pursue a business venture, said in a Tuesday interview that he was “cagey” about his decision because he did not want to be accused of using his position to promote his new co…Ailia Zehra (Alternet.org)
Jaguars Rookie Travis Hunter Given New Nickname During Training Camp
Travis Hunter knows exactly what he wants to be known for in the NFLMichael Gallagher (Newsweek)
Rupert Everett says he was fired from Emily In Paris, calls it a "tragedy"
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Rupert Everett calls Emily In Paris exit a "tragedy"
"I was in bed for two weeks because I couldn’t get over it," the My Best Friend's Wedding actor recalled, saying he was "fired."AV Club
Trump Insists He Was Not Behind Colbert Firing — Before Wondering ‘Who Will Go First’ Between ...
Trump denied being "solely responsible" for Stephen Colbert's ouster from CBS — but then suggested ABC's Jimmy Kimmel and NBC's Jimmy Fallon might be next.Joe DePaolo (Mediaite)
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Browsing for something that was both classy and versatile, local man Ron Schneider was shopping for a bowling shoe Thursday that could also be worn to funerals and weddings. “I don’t want to have a...theonion (Tumblr)
"Around the world, authoritarian regimes are increasingly using religion not just as a cultural instrument but as a strategic pillar of political consolidation. This strategy—in which states co-opt religious institutions to lend moral legitimacy to power, stifle dissent, and craft nationalistic narratives—is now a fixture of the authoritarian playbook."
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Authoritarian Rulers Are Co-Opting the Sphere of the Sacred to Consolidate Control
China’s attempt to designate the new Dalai Lama in violation of longstanding Tibetan tradition is the most visible example of this trendAmal Chandra (The UnPopulist)
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Read This: Late night writers explain labor implications of Colbert cancellation
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Read This: The labor implications of Colbert cancellation - AV Club
Writers Guild of America members see the cancellation of The Late Show as not just political appeasement, but potentially anti-union.AV Club
Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are Hollywood’s new surprise couple
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Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are Hollywood's new surprise couple
The former ‘Baywatch’ sex symbol and the ‘Schindler’s List’ Oscar nominee have been gushing about since they worked together on “The Naked Gun” revival. Ab…mross@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
Calls for US to sanction Israeli settlers after Palestinian activist killed
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Calls for US to sanction Israeli settlers after Palestinian activist killed
Trump rolled back sanctions against Israeli settlers, including Yinon Levi, the alleged killer of Awdah Hathaleen.Al Jazeera
Asia Minute: Shipbuilders may help ease tariffs for South Korean automakers - EUROPE SAYS
The Trump administration has been announcing trade deals in recent days as a Friday deadline approaches for tariffs. One of the countries that's coming downEUROPE SAYS
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The Colonial Mean Girl Who Almost Ended America
Was Peggy Shippen the real mastermind behind Benedict Arnold’s betrayal? Peggy successfully fooled the most powerful men in America, including George Washing...YouTube
ChatGPT's New Study Mode Is Designed To Help You Learn, Not Just Give Answers - Slashdot
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: The rise of large language models like ChatGPT has led to widespread concern that "everyone is cheating their way through college," as a recent New York magazine article memorably put it.news.slashdot.org
Lindor’s Mr. Met headband - Raw Chili
Does anyone know where to buy these? Are they team issue only? TIA & LGMAuthor (Raw Chili)
Has Trump’s naming of Alina Habba created a crisis in the federal courts?
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Has Trump’s naming of Alina Habba created a crisis in the federal courts?
Justice Department officials defended the appointment of the Acting U.S. Attorney, as questions lead to a standstill in ongoing criminal casesTed Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com (nj)
New Zealand wine industry legends pouring their hearts into a new labor of love
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New Zealand wine industry legends pouring their hearts into a new labor of love
You've heard of the Kim Crawford label, which put New Zealand wines on the world map. Erica and Crawford are now building a new road to success with a collection of wines called Loveblock, with a new sparkling landing on Fine Wine & Good Spirits' she…Paul Vigna | pvigna@pennlive.com (pennlive)
Officials say ‘first-of-its-kind’ housing coming to Highland Park; will fill ‘huge gap’ for adults with disabilities
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Officials say ‘first-of-its-kind’ housing coming to Highland Park; will fill ‘huge gap’ for adults with disabilities
A planned cooperative apartment community for adults with disabilities in Highland Park will be a first-of-its-kind.Joseph States (Chicago Tribune)
New Brazil development law risks Amazon deforestation, UN expert warns
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New Brazil development law risks Amazon deforestation - UN expert
A new environmental licensing law has been criticised by environmentalists as Brazil prepares for COP30.Ione Wells (BBC News)
TIL I learned that police plant "abandoned" cars everywhere hoping to tempt people to break into them and steal them, so they can arrest people. They apparently often snag people just wondering why the heck there is an abandoned car on their street.
This American Life: 394: Bait and Switch
Sketchy, but sadly not surprising.
I had to deal with a small RV abandoned in the alley behind my house, which was not technically my land but an easement belonging to the neighboring church - and they initially didn't want to pay to tow it.
It took a while to deal with it, and I was about ready to break in, pop the clutch, and roll it off into the street.
Reading your other thread, I could see myself getting in some trouble if the RV was a similar car left there for a week or more.
South Korea Offers Whistleblowers $145K Reward for Illegal Sportsbook Tipoffs - EUROPE SAYS
The operator of South Korea’s official sports pool promotion, Sports Toto, will offer whistleblowers up to 200 million KRW ($145,000) for tipoffs aboutEUROPE SAYS
Nvidia AI chip challenger Groq said to be nearing new fundraising at $6B valuation | TechCrunch
Should this new fundraising deal close, it will double Groq's valuation in about nine months.Julie Bort (TechCrunch)
'I've got this opportunity': Former GOP rep blames anti-corruption rules for sudden exit
Former Rep. Mark Green (R-Fla.), who officially left Congress last week to pursue a business venture, said in a Tuesday interview that he was “cagey” about his decision because he did not want to be accused of using his position to promote his new co…Ailia Zehra (Alternet.org)
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in reply to William Lindsey • • •"Authoritarian regimes don’t just politicize religion: they reconstruct it to consolidate power, recognizing that spiritual legitimacy shapes identity, loyalty, and meaning. By reengineering faith through state-approved narratives, reincarnation claims, or religious law, they strip believers of spiritual agency and frame dissent as heresy."
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