Elaine
@mypups.bsky.social
Tired, retired Federal employee. A daughter and a niece of proud WWII servicemen who fought the Nazis and won.
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🐋 #whale
A 3 yr old female #rightwhale (whale #3293) has been found found dead on a Virgina barrier island. This is "the second dead right whale in less than two weeks"
Dead female right whale on Va. beach. How it could affect population. share.google/3vz5456Ey7ze...
A 3 yr old female #rightwhale (whale #3293) has been found found dead on a Virgina barrier island. This is "the second dead right whale in less than two weeks"
Dead female right whale on Va. beach. How it could affect population. share.google/3vz5456Ey7ze...
3-year-old right whale seen in Cape Cod Bay in 2023 dead off Virginia
The dead right whale was a female. Scientists say they worry especially about deaths of females because the species is critically endangered.
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February 13, 2026 at 3:03 AM
🐋 #whale
A 3 yr old female #rightwhale (whale #3293) has been found found dead on a Virgina barrier island. This is "the second dead right whale in less than two weeks"
Dead female right whale on Va. beach. How it could affect population. share.google/3vz5456Ey7ze...
A 3 yr old female #rightwhale (whale #3293) has been found found dead on a Virgina barrier island. This is "the second dead right whale in less than two weeks"
Dead female right whale on Va. beach. How it could affect population. share.google/3vz5456Ey7ze...
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Hmm, this heating bill article reminds me of something—oh yeah:
“Virginia Rep. Rob Wittman stands to benefit financially from a utility rate hike that threatens to push already cash-strapped Americans deeper into financial hardship.”
americanjournalnews.com/rob-wittman-...
“Virginia Rep. Rob Wittman stands to benefit financially from a utility rate hike that threatens to push already cash-strapped Americans deeper into financial hardship.”
americanjournalnews.com/rob-wittman-...
February 11, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Hmm, this heating bill article reminds me of something—oh yeah:
“Virginia Rep. Rob Wittman stands to benefit financially from a utility rate hike that threatens to push already cash-strapped Americans deeper into financial hardship.”
americanjournalnews.com/rob-wittman-...
“Virginia Rep. Rob Wittman stands to benefit financially from a utility rate hike that threatens to push already cash-strapped Americans deeper into financial hardship.”
americanjournalnews.com/rob-wittman-...
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"I can't pay this," said Claudia Rivera, a Dinwiddie mother, about her $741 Dominion Energy bill. "Normally, the highest bill I've ever gotten was anywhere from $300 to maybe $320."
Shocked Virginia mom's $741 heating bill is due next week: 'It's insane'
"I can't pay this," said Claudia Rivera, a Dinwiddie mother, about her $741 Dominion Energy bill. "Normally, the highest bill I've ever gotten was anywhere from $300 to maybe $320."
www.wtvr.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:25 PM
"I can't pay this," said Claudia Rivera, a Dinwiddie mother, about her $741 Dominion Energy bill. "Normally, the highest bill I've ever gotten was anywhere from $300 to maybe $320."
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Imagine a President bulldozing 1/3 of our Historic White House pocketing $300 million and that doesn’t even crack the top 100 most destructive, vile, disgusting things he’s done, yet here we are
February 11, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Imagine a President bulldozing 1/3 of our Historic White House pocketing $300 million and that doesn’t even crack the top 100 most destructive, vile, disgusting things he’s done, yet here we are
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A drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading rapidly across US hospitals, with over 7,000 cases reported last year.
Dangerous superbug spreads in US hospitals: What you need to know
A drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading rapidly across US hospitals, with over 7,000 cases reported last year.
www.wtvr.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:37 PM
A drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading rapidly across US hospitals, with over 7,000 cases reported last year.
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While it is unknown when and with whom Patricia Ann Ritchie traveled to Florida before her death, she was last spotted getting into a truck with an unknown person.
Last seen at Virginia truck stop 50 years ago, missing woman's remains identified in Florida
While it is unknown when and with whom Patricia Ann Ritchie traveled to Florida before her death, she was last spotted getting into a truck with an unknown person.
www.wtvr.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:31 PM
While it is unknown when and with whom Patricia Ann Ritchie traveled to Florida before her death, she was last spotted getting into a truck with an unknown person.
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A group of Buddhist monks reached Washington, D.C., Tuesday, walking single file across a bridge over the Potomac River to cap a 15-week trek from Texas that has captivated the country.
Buddhist monks' 2,300-mile Walk for Peace ends in Washington, D.C.
A group of Buddhist monks reached Washington, D.C., Tuesday, walking single file across a bridge over the Potomac River to cap a 15-week trek from Texas that has captivated the country.
www.wtvr.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:38 PM
A group of Buddhist monks reached Washington, D.C., Tuesday, walking single file across a bridge over the Potomac River to cap a 15-week trek from Texas that has captivated the country.
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Epstein survivors released a powerful Super Bowl ad demanding justice from a Justice Department that has failed them for years.
The crimes were real.
The harm was real.
The silence is deliberate. Survivors deserve answers, not cover-ups.
Watch it.
Share it.
Demand justice.
The crimes were real.
The harm was real.
The silence is deliberate. Survivors deserve answers, not cover-ups.
Watch it.
Share it.
Demand justice.
February 8, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Epstein survivors released a powerful Super Bowl ad demanding justice from a Justice Department that has failed them for years.
The crimes were real.
The harm was real.
The silence is deliberate. Survivors deserve answers, not cover-ups.
Watch it.
Share it.
Demand justice.
The crimes were real.
The harm was real.
The silence is deliberate. Survivors deserve answers, not cover-ups.
Watch it.
Share it.
Demand justice.
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STAC needs to explain this outrageous statement. What are they thanking Trump for? He proposed a devastating #NIH 40% budget cut & a 15% cap on overhead costs. Congress listened to us & rejected them.
Scientists are leaving the US, taking their talent with them.
🧪 www.statnews.com/american-sci...
Scientists are leaving the US, taking their talent with them.
🧪 www.statnews.com/american-sci...
February 7, 2026 at 11:53 PM
STAC needs to explain this outrageous statement. What are they thanking Trump for? He proposed a devastating #NIH 40% budget cut & a 15% cap on overhead costs. Congress listened to us & rejected them.
Scientists are leaving the US, taking their talent with them.
🧪 www.statnews.com/american-sci...
Scientists are leaving the US, taking their talent with them.
🧪 www.statnews.com/american-sci...
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Jada Samitt was identified by her family in Richmond, Virginia as one of the crew members who died when the fishing vessel Lily Jean sank off the coast of Massachusetts.
Virginia woman Jada Samitt dies when Lily Jean sunk off Massachusetts coast
Jada Samitt was identified by her family in Richmond, Virginia as one of the crew members who died when the fishing vessel Lily Jean sank off the coast of Massachusetts.
www.wtvr.com
February 2, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Jada Samitt was identified by her family in Richmond, Virginia as one of the crew members who died when the fishing vessel Lily Jean sank off the coast of Massachusetts.
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India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year.
"In India, snakebites are seen as a poor person's problem. That's why there isn't enough outrage or action over these completely avoidable deaths."
🧪🐍🇮🇳
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
"In India, snakebites are seen as a poor person's problem. That's why there isn't enough outrage or action over these completely avoidable deaths."
🧪🐍🇮🇳
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year
A new report has found that 99% of healthcare workers in India face challenges administering antivenom.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 2, 2026 at 7:10 AM
India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year.
"In India, snakebites are seen as a poor person's problem. That's why there isn't enough outrage or action over these completely avoidable deaths."
🧪🐍🇮🇳
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
"In India, snakebites are seen as a poor person's problem. That's why there isn't enough outrage or action over these completely avoidable deaths."
🧪🐍🇮🇳
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Petersburg couple's Jeep was totaled when ice flew off an 18-wheeler on I-95, highlighting dangers of not clearing vehicles after winter storms.
Flying ice from semi truck totals Virginia couple's Jeep on Interstate 95: 'Like hitting a brick wall'
Petersburg couple's Jeep was totaled when ice flew off an 18-wheeler on I-95, highlighting dangers of not clearing vehicles after winter storms.
www.wtvr.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:54 PM
Petersburg couple's Jeep was totaled when ice flew off an 18-wheeler on I-95, highlighting dangers of not clearing vehicles after winter storms.
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BREAKING: Judge dismisses murder, weapons charges against alleged UnitedHealth CEO killer Mangione reut.rs/45Fin56
January 30, 2026 at 3:21 PM
BREAKING: Judge dismisses murder, weapons charges against alleged UnitedHealth CEO killer Mangione reut.rs/45Fin56
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The Hanover County Board is not in support of the federal government's plan to turn a warehouse in the county into an ICE detention center, according to a statement shared at their meeting Wednesday.
Hanover Board of Supervisors opposes DHS plan to turn warehouse into ICE detention center
The Hanover County Board is not in support of the federal government's plan to turn a warehouse in the county into an ICE detention center, according to a statement shared at their meeting Wednesday.
www.wtvr.com
January 29, 2026 at 12:09 AM
The Hanover County Board is not in support of the federal government's plan to turn a warehouse in the county into an ICE detention center, according to a statement shared at their meeting Wednesday.
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States are coming together to bring state charges against ICE agents. It's about freaking time!
www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/p...
www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/p...
Philly DA joins nationwide coalition to prosecute ICE agents who break laws
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has joined a nationwide coalition of prosecutors to hold ICE agents accountable for breaking state laws.
www.nbcphiladelphia.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:44 PM
States are coming together to bring state charges against ICE agents. It's about freaking time!
www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/p...
www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/p...
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I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
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January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
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Hanover residents are voicing mixed reactions to news that the federal government wants to purchase a 43-acre warehouse property to serve as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing facility.
Residents divided over proposed ICE processing facility in Hanover
Hanover residents are voicing mixed reactions to news that the federal government wants to purchase a 43-acre warehouse property to serve as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing facility.
www.wtvr.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Hanover residents are voicing mixed reactions to news that the federal government wants to purchase a 43-acre warehouse property to serve as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing facility.
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ICE officers will be used as security for February’s Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, despite opposition from Italian government officials.
ICE Will Reportedly Be Used As Security At Winter Olympics
ICE officers will be used as security for February’s Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, despite opposition from Italian government officials.
www.forbes.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:55 PM
ICE officers will be used as security for February’s Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, despite opposition from Italian government officials.