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www.npr.org/2026/02/14/n...
Epstein files fallout takes down elite figures in Europe, while U.S. reckoning is muted
Unlike in Europe, officials in the U.S. with ties to Epstein have largely held their positions of power.
www.npr.org
February 15, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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Denmark's Message for U.S. Travelers Amid Greenland Tensions - AFAR share.google/XSFmY35m5BMx...
Denmark Has a Clear Message for U.S. Travelers Amid Tensions Over Greenland
In light of ongoing geopolitical concerns, the country’s national tourism board sent an email to about 6,000 U.S.-based travel advisers and tour operators.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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aict.bsky.social
Despite evidence for the benefits of volunteering, including “longevity, happiness, mental and physical health, and resilience during stress,” it is frequently overlooked. Read this article to learn ways to get involved and feel connected:
greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...
How Volunteering Could Help Us Feel Connected Again
Everyday acts of service can help rebuild American belonging and well-being.
greatergood.berkeley.edu
February 13, 2026 at 4:38 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Sometimes an old notebook can hold a treasure.
danglindon.bsky.social DanglinDon @danglindon.bsky.social · 3d
A bit late for #ThingThursday, but here's a snapshot I found among my Great-Grandma's souvenirs--of HER Great-Grandma, ca. 1926 (when she'd've been right around 80). 70 yrs later, my g-gma shared a story about her, that I had the presence of mind to jot-down (which I just rediscovered) #SaveYourLore
Black & White contact-print of a 120/620 6-by-9-shot showing a tiny, toothless old lady dressed in a plaid overshirt & a dark wool skirt tucked into her workboots in such a way it looks more like slacks. She's holding a little poodle-dog (almost as toothless as she) under her left arm, & keeping a much-larger-hunting-dog to-heel by the collar with her right hand, as she smiles at the photographer. Behind her are 2 fencerows of rough-hewn, hand-hammered-posts (one immediately behind her; the other in front of a farm house across the dirt road) on a northern Indiana dirt road. Loose-leaf-sheet detailing "Story from Bernice [my great-grandma]--recounted June 1, 1996 //G-ma Ledger, farm house in Mich. City,* had a little dog, no gun. One day, two hunters came through her field. She grabbed her best weapon, a silver-handled knife, grabbed her dog under her arm, went out & told hunters 'You'd better turn around & go thru those woods or I'll have to rip you up.' And those hunters turned around & went thru the woods. [At this point, Bernice started cackle-laughing, at recalling] 'Here was this little old woman, standing there, who probably couldn't run if she had to [and yet those men listened & stayed off her land].' *-[farm was] across from old school."
February 13, 2026 at 7:20 AM
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lincolnproject.us
Who needs drunk tweets when you have dementia truths:
February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Please call your Senators! Let them know that federal tinkering in elections is NOT what We the People want!
House passes SAVE America Act, sending Trump-backed election bill to the Senate share.google/NaOQxUfHOmhX...
House passes SAVE America Act, sending Trump-backed election bill to the Senate
The legislation would overhaul federal election laws in all 50 states by imposing new voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements. But it faces a daunting path in the Senate.
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February 12, 2026 at 5:40 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Time to call our representatives in Congress yet again!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Republican House bill guts laws protecting US consumers from toxic chemicals
Bill limits type of science used to determine health risks and gives industry major role in chemical review process
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:24 AM
rruth.bsky.social
Before and after Spa Day for Reesie. A bath, blowout and a trim can do wonders for a girl!
Before picture: a very shaggy spicy poodle (she is a poodle with some chihuahua in the family tree.) After photo: much tidier big eyed dark gray poodle. Not totally happy but after a nap and dinner she will feel much more herself.
February 12, 2026 at 2:16 AM
rruth.bsky.social
The incompetence of the Trump Administration is mind boggling.
www.npr.org/2026/02/11/n...
El Paso airspace closure due to use of U.S. military anti-drone technology
The Federal Aviation Administration abruptly closed the airspace around El Paso, only to reopen it hours later. The bizarre episode pointed to a lack of coordination between the FAA and the Pentagon.
www.npr.org
February 12, 2026 at 1:42 AM
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Pam Bondi just laughed when asked if she would apologize to Epstein Survivors.
February 11, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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rabbijill.bsky.social
SHE apologizes. With tears in her eyes. Rep Stansbury wasn’t even there but still feels responsible❤️.

These hiding men are wicked & despicable & cowards & I pray that justice is done for the victims/survivors. They need to be held accountable. It’s essential.
February 11, 2026 at 6:41 AM
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rabbijill.bsky.social
NO! Dilley needs to close right now! All these children should be reunited with their parents immediately. My heart is breaking that this is what our country is doing. There’s so so much evil right now.

My new grandson is 2 months old today. I cannot imagine.

Call your reps. Everyday.
iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 5d
During a congressional visit, Congressman Joaquin Castro discovered that babies as young as two months old are being held at the Dilley, Texas Family Concentration Camp. (February 10, 2026)
February 11, 2026 at 6:50 AM
rruth.bsky.social
The King of England is talking criminal charges for his own brother for his association with that rapist -- but here in the States we seem to be downright protective of the men who frequented and befriended Epstein. Why? Why are we so complacent about this? Where are the investigations, the firings?
theliamnissan.bsky.social Liam Nissan™ @theliamnissan.bsky.social · 5d
The King of England is talking about criminal charges for his own brother (for his association with Epstein) meanwhile America can't even get rid of Howard fucking Lutnick
February 10, 2026 at 8:21 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Blind and deaf but still with heart -- I have adopted some that looked just as rough but turned out to be loving pets.
sueaudrain.bsky.social sueaudrain.bsky.social @sueaudrain.bsky.social · 5d
🆘🚨BLIND AND DEAF SENIOR POODLE IN DIRE NEED OF RESCUE. AVA🆘🚨
NO NAME GIVEN, ID #A5754962, 9 YRS OLD, 4.4 LBS
AT: CARSON ANIMAL SHELTER, GARDENA CA
📞Phone: 310-523-9566
✉️Email: carson@animalcare.lacounty.gov
February 10, 2026 at 8:14 PM
rruth.bsky.social
I did not know about these women until today. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this article!
www.atlasobscura.com/articles/all...
The Little Known History of World War II's All-Black, All-Female Battalion
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion helped connect soldiers on the front lines with their families back home.
www.atlasobscura.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:05 PM
rruth.bsky.social
For a moment of wonder, mark your calendar:
www.theguardian.com/science/2026...
Six planets line up for rare parade throughout February
Celestial spectacle will be at its most impressive on 28 February, when Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will align across the sky
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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rabbijill.bsky.social
Where are all the resignations from men in high positions in THIS country? Lutnick, Musk, Trump, etc etc etc. other countries are holding their people accountable. It’s obvious that everyone knew. There were girls everywhere. & old men. Sickening
February 10, 2026 at 6:47 AM
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jerilryan.bsky.social
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kamimagic.bsky.social kamimagic @kamimagic.bsky.social · 6d
A very powerful reminder by Rock the Vote, check your voter status and make sure to know who you're voting for and what issues they stand on.

#ProudBlue
#VoteBlue

📹: rockthevoteofficial/TT & IG
February 9, 2026 at 4:51 PM
rruth.bsky.social
ICE is out of control.
Contact your representatives TODAY and tell them to stand strong against these illegal, unconstitutional policies.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Irish man with valid US work permit held in ICE detention for five months
Seamus Culleton has lived in US for two decades, married a citizen and runs a plastering business but faces deportation
www.theguardian.com
February 9, 2026 at 8:37 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Tell Your Members of Congress to rein in ICE NOW act.indivisible.org/sign/ice-out...
Tell Your Members of Congress to rein in ICE NOW
On January 24, federal forces with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. This was just over two weeks after the killing of Renee Good. These killings are a direc...
act.indivisible.org
February 9, 2026 at 6:08 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Disturbing article concerning power in P.R.
conversationalist.org The Conversationalist @conversationalist.org · 6d
"Puerto Rico is always an afterthought when it comes to U.S. policy, which has the effect of reinforcing its colonial status at every turn." Story by @aliciadkennedy.bsky.social, originally published in 2022. conversationalist.org/2022/09/27/p...
“Electrify Everything” Doesn’t Work in Puerto Rico
On hurricanes, power, and the people the Inflation Reduction Act leaves behind.
conversationalist.org
February 9, 2026 at 2:18 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Is it possible that some erstwhile Trump supporters are rediscovering decency?
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 6d
New in PN: The blowback to Trump's racist video reveals his weakness

"What has changed is not Trump’s racism (which is the same as it ever was) but his poll numbers (which have dropped precipitously)." www.publicnotice.co/p/trump-obam...
The blowback to Trump's racist video reveals his weakness
Even his allies don't want to be anywhere near him.
www.publicnotice.co
February 9, 2026 at 1:13 PM
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dustcircle.bsky.social
#Read Harder This #BlackHistoryMonth

These seven #books by #Black #authors complete the first seven tasks of the 2026 #ReadHarder Challenge, from microhistories to #gothic #novels.

bookriot.com/read-harder-...
Read Harder This Black History Month
These seven books by Black authors complete the first seven tasks of the 2026 Read Harder Challenge, from microhistories to gothic novels.
bookriot.com
February 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
rruth.bsky.social
Fellow non-fans of football: You can see the video of Bad Bunny's stunning halftime show at this link.

youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8?...
Bad Bunny's Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show
YouTube video by NFL
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February 9, 2026 at 12:36 PM
rruth.bsky.social
If you are the aging parent, these are conversations you can initiate with your adult children. You do not want to leave this stuff vague.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/08/w...
5 Conversations to Have With Your Aging Parents
www.nytimes.com
February 9, 2026 at 5:42 AM