@gshel24.bsky.social
Texas woman trying desperately to hang on to hope in this cruel, tattered world. Stargazer, dreamer, music & nature lover, animal mom, bibliophile, advocate for homeless animals, believer in equal human rights, proud LGBTQ+ mama, truth seeker. NO DMs.
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The Oval Office clash between Zelenskiy and Trump prompted an outpouring of reaction from across the globe: reut.rs/4hT0Muq
World reacts to Zelenskiy-Trump Oval Office clash
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. President Donald Trumptraded blows at a White House meeting that ended in disaster on Friday, prompting an outpouring of reaction from across the globe.
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February 28, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The Oval Office clash between Zelenskiy and Trump prompted an outpouring of reaction from across the globe: reut.rs/4hT0Muq
Please tell me someone has archived actual data/stats regarding vaccine use, disease prevention/prevalence, etc. I’m afraid it will all be erased.
A strong possibility looms of drastic changes to a key CDC vaccine panel now that RFK Jr heads Health & Human Services. CDC's Advisory Cmte on Immunization Practices—ACIP—which sets vax policies, could be reshaped. RFK told Fox "news" he doesn't trust government panelists www.npr.org/sections/sho...
February 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Please tell me someone has archived actual data/stats regarding vaccine use, disease prevention/prevalence, etc. I’m afraid it will all be erased.
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1900s photo, smallpox vaccination:
Left boy was unvaccinated and developed severe smallpox, Right boy was vaccinated and remained healthy. This pic was widely used to demonstrate the effectiveness of vaccination. Thanks to efforts like this, smallpox was officially eradicated in 1980 🧪
Left boy was unvaccinated and developed severe smallpox, Right boy was vaccinated and remained healthy. This pic was widely used to demonstrate the effectiveness of vaccination. Thanks to efforts like this, smallpox was officially eradicated in 1980 🧪
February 17, 2025 at 4:03 AM
1900s photo, smallpox vaccination:
Left boy was unvaccinated and developed severe smallpox, Right boy was vaccinated and remained healthy. This pic was widely used to demonstrate the effectiveness of vaccination. Thanks to efforts like this, smallpox was officially eradicated in 1980 🧪
Left boy was unvaccinated and developed severe smallpox, Right boy was vaccinated and remained healthy. This pic was widely used to demonstrate the effectiveness of vaccination. Thanks to efforts like this, smallpox was officially eradicated in 1980 🧪
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Trump under fire for likening himself to Napoleon amid attacks on judges
Trump under fire for likening himself to Napoleon amid attacks on judges
President posted ‘he who saves his country does not violate any laws’ quote attributed to French emperor
Critics rounded on Donald Trump on Sunday for likening himself to Napoleon in a “dictatorial” social media post echoing the French emperor’s…
www.theguardian.com
February 16, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Trump under fire for likening himself to Napoleon amid attacks on judges
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Schools, colleges and states that require students to be immunized against COVID-19 may be at risk of losing federal money under a White House order signed Friday by President Trump.
Donald Trump calls for withholding federal money from schools and colleges that require COVID vaccines
Schools, colleges and states that require students to be immunized against COVID-19 may be at risk of losing federal money under a White House order signed Friday by President Donald Trump.
www.chicagotribune.com
February 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Schools, colleges and states that require students to be immunized against COVID-19 may be at risk of losing federal money under a White House order signed Friday by President Trump.
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National Nuclear Security Administration officials are attempting to notify some employees who had been let go that they are now due to be reinstated — but they're struggling to find them because they don't have their new contact information. nbcnews.to/4104StF
February 15, 2025 at 5:25 PM
National Nuclear Security Administration officials are attempting to notify some employees who had been let go that they are now due to be reinstated — but they're struggling to find them because they don't have their new contact information. nbcnews.to/4104StF
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Donald Trump chillingly leaves out key detail in peace talks
Donald Trump chillingly leaves out key detail in peace talks
www.irishstar.com
February 15, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Donald Trump chillingly leaves out key detail in peace talks
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DOGE’s latest chaotic funding cut will kill more kids with cancer www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
DOGE’s latest chaotic funding cut will kill more kids with cancer
President Donald Trump and DOGE bro Elon Musk's drastic cuts to National Institutes of Health grants will lead to more children dying of cancer, the director of the nation’s leading childhood ...
www.dailykos.com
February 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
DOGE’s latest chaotic funding cut will kill more kids with cancer www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
Looking forward to eating too much, the commercials, and just enjoying the Super Bowl with my family. Hoping for a great game and rematch. I don’t really have a dog in this hunt, but would be cool to see a 3peat. Hope everyone has a great day! 🏈 #SuperbowlLIX
February 9, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Looking forward to eating too much, the commercials, and just enjoying the Super Bowl with my family. Hoping for a great game and rematch. I don’t really have a dog in this hunt, but would be cool to see a 3peat. Hope everyone has a great day! 🏈 #SuperbowlLIX
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Bonnie Scott says January always brings an uptick in new patients, but this year she's seen people more eager to be seen quickly.
I'm a therapist and a mom. Here are my 7 tips for when everything feels overwhelming.
Bonnie Scott says January always brings an uptick in new patients, but this year she's seen people more eager to be seen quickly.
www.businessinsider.com
February 7, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Bonnie Scott says January always brings an uptick in new patients, but this year she's seen people more eager to be seen quickly.
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Dozens of countries expressed their 'unwavering support' for the International Criminal Court, a day after US President Donald Trump authorized potentially far-reaching economic and travel sanctions against the court's staff reut.rs/3Q9rJxN
Countries vow 'unwavering' support for ICC, as Trump hits it with sanctions
The sanctions include freezing any U.S. assets of those designated and barring them and their families from visiting the United States.
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February 7, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Dozens of countries expressed their 'unwavering support' for the International Criminal Court, a day after US President Donald Trump authorized potentially far-reaching economic and travel sanctions against the court's staff reut.rs/3Q9rJxN
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Consumers grew dramatically more worried about near-term inflation as President Donald Trump pushed aggressive tariffs against major U.S. trading partners, a closely watched survey showed Friday.
Consumer inflation fears spike in February as tariff worries hit sentiment
Respondents expect the inflation rate a year from now to be 4.3%, a 1-point jump from January and the highest level since November 2023.
www.cnbc.com
February 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Consumers grew dramatically more worried about near-term inflation as President Donald Trump pushed aggressive tariffs against major U.S. trading partners, a closely watched survey showed Friday.
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AG Pam Bondi ordered a halt to a years-old federal law enforcement effort to combat secret influence campaigns by China, Russia and other adversaries that try to curry favor and sow chaos in American politics.
Bondi ends FBI effort to combat foreign influence in U.S. politics
The order also curbs prosecutions of Americans who improperly lobby for foreign nations. President Donald Trump says Republicans were unfairly targeted in the past.
www.nbcnews.com
February 7, 2025 at 12:28 AM
AG Pam Bondi ordered a halt to a years-old federal law enforcement effort to combat secret influence campaigns by China, Russia and other adversaries that try to curry favor and sow chaos in American politics.
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NEW: Senate votes along party lines to confirm Russell Vought as the next head of the Office of Management and Budget, despite fierce pushback from Democrats.
Senate Republicans confirm Project 2025 co-author Russell Vought as White House budget director
Although Democrats have been divided on various Trump nominees, they have unified in their opposition to Vought.
www.nbcnews.com
February 7, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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Today I walked away from doom scrolling, and took a walk in the sunshine. I also tried out my new camera, and went to a local bookstore. Ending the day with a new Pinterest recipe. Burger Steaks in mushroom gravy. Not bad. 😊 🍽️
February 7, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Today I walked away from doom scrolling, and took a walk in the sunshine. I also tried out my new camera, and went to a local bookstore. Ending the day with a new Pinterest recipe. Burger Steaks in mushroom gravy. Not bad. 😊 🍽️
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Since Elon Musk torpedoed Twitter, Bluesky has seen a stunning surge. CEO Jay Graber is working on “billionaire-proofing” social media against any similar takeover.
Read more: on.forbes.com/6180vf6e0
Read more: on.forbes.com/6180vf6e0
How Jay Graber Is Making Sure Bluesky Never Turns Into Elon Musk’s X
Since Elon Musk torpedoed Twitter, Bluesky has seen a stunning surge. CEO Jay Graber is working on “billionaire-proofing” social media against any similar takeover.
on.forbes.com
February 5, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Since Elon Musk torpedoed Twitter, Bluesky has seen a stunning surge. CEO Jay Graber is working on “billionaire-proofing” social media against any similar takeover.
Read more: on.forbes.com/6180vf6e0
Read more: on.forbes.com/6180vf6e0
Today would have been my sister’s 54th birthday. We lost her 18 years ago, but some days it feels like yesterday. Miss you, Susie, so damn much! 💔🙏
February 5, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Today would have been my sister’s 54th birthday. We lost her 18 years ago, but some days it feels like yesterday. Miss you, Susie, so damn much! 💔🙏
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USAID’s website has been deleted, all that is left is a note saying all personnel are now on administrative leave and personnel outside the US are to be brought home. Completely illegal, no act of congress or even executive order was signed to dismantle the agency
February 5, 2025 at 2:29 AM
USAID’s website has been deleted, all that is left is a note saying all personnel are now on administrative leave and personnel outside the US are to be brought home. Completely illegal, no act of congress or even executive order was signed to dismantle the agency
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When you’re over the Grammy Awards…
February 3, 2025 at 4:57 AM
When you’re over the Grammy Awards…
Wtaf?!! WHY? @mcuban.bsky.social, I would love to hear your take on this.
Mavs’ Luka Dončić headed to Lakers in blockbuster trade for Anthony Davis
Mavs’ Luka Dončić headed to Lakers in blockbuster trade for Anthony Davis
* Dončić and Davis switching teams in major swap
* Utah Jazz also reportedly involved in trade
Luka Dončić led Dallas to the NBA finals last season. Anthony Davis won a championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.
They’re switching teams now – in an…
www.theguardian.com
February 2, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Wtaf?!! WHY? @mcuban.bsky.social, I would love to hear your take on this.
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Thank you, Canada!
February 2, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Thank you, Canada!