Kimberly DeFalco
@kimdefalco.bsky.social
Curious observer of life. 💫 Oh, I like to take photos too. And write. Yeah, writing is fun. Journalist/News/Event/Life Photographer.
#Music & #nature lover. #Books & kind people are my friends. Pup/bird/fish Mom. Native #Jersey girl anchored in #Tampa. 🐝
#Music & #nature lover. #Books & kind people are my friends. Pup/bird/fish Mom. Native #Jersey girl anchored in #Tampa. 🐝
Five years ago, a mob of extremists attacked the United States Capitol in an attempt to derail our nation’s democracy. The insurrection of January 6 serves as a stark reminder of the importance of the peaceful transfer of power and the principles which American governance is rooted.
January 6, 2026 at 3:20 PM
"Stephen Colbert is back with his first monologue of 2026, and like most of the other late night hosts, his focus is on Donald Trump's U.S. attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro."
@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
Stephen Colbert reacts to Trump's attack on Venezuela
"Those Epstein files must be crazy,"
mashable.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:06 PM
"Stephen Colbert is back with his first monologue of 2026, and like most of the other late night hosts, his focus is on Donald Trump's U.S. attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro."
@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
"When they are mishandled during manufacturing or transport, they can slip through storm drains and into waterways, posing a health threat to both wildlife and humans. They are difficult to clean up, and act like sponges for toxins as they progress through the food chain."
#nurdles #microplastics
#nurdles #microplastics
Plastic pellets known as ‘nurdles’ are polluting beaches and waterways • Stateline
“Nurdles”— tiny plastic pellets that are the basic building blocks of nearly all plastic products — are polluting beaches and waterways around the country.
stateline.org
January 6, 2026 at 2:57 PM
"When they are mishandled during manufacturing or transport, they can slip through storm drains and into waterways, posing a health threat to both wildlife and humans. They are difficult to clean up, and act like sponges for toxins as they progress through the food chain."
#nurdles #microplastics
#nurdles #microplastics
We'll never forget the day that our democracy was ambushed.
Donald Trump Wants You to Forget This Happened
January 6, five years later
www.theatlantic.com
January 6, 2026 at 2:55 PM
We'll never forget the day that our democracy was ambushed.
Great news, @gtconway.bsky.social .
I’m running for Congress in NY-12, my home.
We have a demented, criminal president running the country like a mob operation—government by the boss, for the boss.
We need Democratic fighters who will defend the rule of law and deliver government by the people. Join us.
We have a demented, criminal president running the country like a mob operation—government by the boss, for the boss.
We need Democratic fighters who will defend the rule of law and deliver government by the people. Join us.
January 6, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Great news, @gtconway.bsky.social .
Such fascinating creatures. 💫 Along with stranded sand dollars, I try to save as many as possible when "beaching."
"The crabs' numbers have been depleted in recent years because of a loss of habitat and their value for testing new medicines.'
#horseshoecrabs #Florida
"The crabs' numbers have been depleted in recent years because of a loss of habitat and their value for testing new medicines.'
#horseshoecrabs #Florida
A lawsuit is filed to protect ancient horseshoe crabs
The crabs' numbers have been depleted in recent years because of a loss of habitat and their value for testing new medicines.
www.wusf.org
January 6, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Such fascinating creatures. 💫 Along with stranded sand dollars, I try to save as many as possible when "beaching."
"The crabs' numbers have been depleted in recent years because of a loss of habitat and their value for testing new medicines.'
#horseshoecrabs #Florida
"The crabs' numbers have been depleted in recent years because of a loss of habitat and their value for testing new medicines.'
#horseshoecrabs #Florida
Great interview. "Extended interview: Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel on his rules for a long, healthy life. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel discusses his new book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life," with Norah O'Donnell."
#wellness #NoraOdonnell #DrEzekielEmanuel
#wellness #NoraOdonnell #DrEzekielEmanuel
Extended interview: Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel on his rules for a long, healthy life
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel discusses his new book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life," with Norah O'Donnell. He explains the wellness trifecta, creating healthy habits and tip...
www.cbsnews.com
January 6, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Great interview. "Extended interview: Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel on his rules for a long, healthy life. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel discusses his new book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life," with Norah O'Donnell."
#wellness #NoraOdonnell #DrEzekielEmanuel
#wellness #NoraOdonnell #DrEzekielEmanuel
"Days after the United States’ military raid on Venezuela, Trump’s interest in annexing Greenland from Denmark has reignited, catching the ire of Björk and the Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen."
#Greenland #Denmark #Bjork
#Greenland #Denmark #Bjork
Björk calls for Greenland to declare Independence as Trump threatens to takeover
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January 6, 2026 at 12:44 AM
"Days after the United States’ military raid on Venezuela, Trump’s interest in annexing Greenland from Denmark has reignited, catching the ire of Björk and the Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen."
#Greenland #Denmark #Bjork
#Greenland #Denmark #Bjork
"About 92% of food waste emissions happen during food production — when land is converted from forests or grassland to farmland, when resources are used to grow crops or raise livestock, during transport, in which most vehicles run on diesel or gasoline, and during cold storage."
#foodwaste
#foodwaste
This climate solution is sitting in America's trash — and it has bipartisan support. Here's how
Even as the Trump administration rolls back key climate and environmental protections, senators from both parties reintroduced legislation to simplify food expiration labels — one longtime driver of u...
www.goodgoodgood.co
January 5, 2026 at 6:19 PM
"About 92% of food waste emissions happen during food production — when land is converted from forests or grassland to farmland, when resources are used to grow crops or raise livestock, during transport, in which most vehicles run on diesel or gasoline, and during cold storage."
#foodwaste
#foodwaste
Sigh. The U.S. is so far behind on food/water safety. Actually, on so many things.
"The ban targets a wide range of cosmetics and clothes and will also require French authorities to regularly test drinking water for all kinds of PFAS."
#PFAS #Foreverchemicals #France
"The ban targets a wide range of cosmetics and clothes and will also require French authorities to regularly test drinking water for all kinds of PFAS."
#PFAS #Foreverchemicals #France
French ban on ‘forever chemicals' in cosmetics and clothes to enter into force
A French ban on the production and sale of PFAS chemicals – known as 'forever chemicals' as it takes them so long to break down – comes into effect on Thursday. The ban targets a wide range of cosmeti...
www.france24.com
January 5, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Sigh. The U.S. is so far behind on food/water safety. Actually, on so many things.
"The ban targets a wide range of cosmetics and clothes and will also require French authorities to regularly test drinking water for all kinds of PFAS."
#PFAS #Foreverchemicals #France
"The ban targets a wide range of cosmetics and clothes and will also require French authorities to regularly test drinking water for all kinds of PFAS."
#PFAS #Foreverchemicals #France
You are here ...
January 5, 2026 at 5:56 PM
You are here ...
"In a bracingly direct statement, the Greenlandic prime minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, accused the US of “completely and utterly unacceptable” rhetoric, declaring: “Enough is enough.”
#Greenland
#Greenland
Trump must give up ‘fantasies about annexation’, says Greenland’s PM
Jens-Frederik Nielsen condemns US ‘threats’ to former Danish colony as Nordic neighbours offer support
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 5:19 PM
"In a bracingly direct statement, the Greenlandic prime minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, accused the US of “completely and utterly unacceptable” rhetoric, declaring: “Enough is enough.”
#Greenland
#Greenland
This. 😥
January 5, 2026 at 5:17 PM
This. 😥
No doubt that @governorwalz.mn.gov will continue his path to impact lives in a compassionate, sensible way.
Tim Walz ending his reelection bid is a real loss, he genuinely cares about the people he serves. It’s concerning that Trump’s bully politics and false narratives keep driving real public servants out. But I, for one, can’t wait to see what an untethered Tim Walz does next. ✌️👌
January 5, 2026 at 4:56 PM
No doubt that @governorwalz.mn.gov will continue his path to impact lives in a compassionate, sensible way.
This is so wrong. Again.
"Hegseth also issued a formal letter of censure against Kelly, which the Defense secretary said details “reckless misconduct” by the retired Navy captain and astronaut."
#SenatorMarkKelly
"Hegseth also issued a formal letter of censure against Kelly, which the Defense secretary said details “reckless misconduct” by the retired Navy captain and astronaut."
#SenatorMarkKelly
Pentagon to cut Sen. Mark Kelly's military retirement pay over 'seditious' video: Hegseth
Sen. Mark Kelly and other members of Congress on the video reminded members of the U.S. military that they can refuse to follow illegal orders.
www.cnbc.com
January 5, 2026 at 4:21 PM
This is so wrong. Again.
"Hegseth also issued a formal letter of censure against Kelly, which the Defense secretary said details “reckless misconduct” by the retired Navy captain and astronaut."
#SenatorMarkKelly
"Hegseth also issued a formal letter of censure against Kelly, which the Defense secretary said details “reckless misconduct” by the retired Navy captain and astronaut."
#SenatorMarkKelly
"The list of countries in the visa waiver program includes many European nations like the United Kingdom, Germany and France, as well as some U.S. allies around the world, including Australia, Israel, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea."
#VisaWaiverprogram
#VisaWaiverprogram
Tourists from 42 countries will have to submit 5 years of social media history to enter U.S. under Trump plan
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
www.cbsnews.com
January 5, 2026 at 11:42 AM
"The list of countries in the visa waiver program includes many European nations like the United Kingdom, Germany and France, as well as some U.S. allies around the world, including Australia, Israel, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea."
#VisaWaiverprogram
#VisaWaiverprogram
And then there's protesters in Paris burning a U.S. flag at Place de la République on January 3, 2026, following the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces."
January 4, 2026 at 3:17 PM
And then there's protesters in Paris burning a U.S. flag at Place de la République on January 3, 2026, following the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces."
