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Woah
Ethiopia's Mulatu Astatke: The godfather of Ethio-jazz plays his last live concert
Ethiopia's Mulatu Astatke: The godfather of Ethio-jazz plays his last live concert
Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.
www.bbc.com
December 28, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Woah
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A good reminder of how major media outlets inflated and outright lied about the famous toppling of the Saddam statue in Firdos Square in 2004, which was a carefully stage-managed propaganda operation conducted by the U.S. military.
The Toppling: How the Media Inflated the Fall of Saddam's Statue in Firdos Square
How saturation media coverage of the toppling of Saddam Hussein's statue in Firdos Square fueled the perception that the war had been won and diverted attention from what in reality was just the start...
www.propublica.org
January 3, 2026 at 10:22 AM
A good reminder of how major media outlets inflated and outright lied about the famous toppling of the Saddam statue in Firdos Square in 2004, which was a carefully stage-managed propaganda operation conducted by the U.S. military.
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I'll be thinking of you & your PROBLEMS.
January 2, 2026 at 4:46 PM
I'll be thinking of you & your PROBLEMS.
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As device searches at the border increase, here are some ways you can protect your privacy while you travel.
Phone Searches at the Border Are Up: How to Protect Your Privacy
www.nytimes.com
January 2, 2026 at 4:22 PM
As device searches at the border increase, here are some ways you can protect your privacy while you travel.
Death by car
He exposed the myth of the South’s ‘Lost Cause.’ His death shook Richmond
William J. “Bill” Martin, director of the Valentine museum in Richmond, died after being struck by a car on Dec. 27.
Paywall bypass: archive.today/Hnf11
William J. “Bill” Martin, director of the Valentine museum in Richmond, died after being struck by a car on Dec. 27.
Paywall bypass: archive.today/Hnf11
He exposed the myth of the South’s ‘Lost Cause.’ His death shook Richmond.
William “Bill” Martin, 71, died Sunday, Dec. 28, a day after being struck by a car near the Valentine local history museum where he had served as director more than 30 years.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Death by car
Loving these Sox at busboys n poets #southarlington
January 2, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Loving these Sox at busboys n poets #southarlington
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“E-bikes and scooters displace 4x as much demand for oil as all of the EVs in the world”
January 2, 2026 at 1:57 PM
“E-bikes and scooters displace 4x as much demand for oil as all of the EVs in the world”
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My favorite case was the swearing in of Pima County Recorder (Arizona) Gabriella Cazares-Kelly, who is Tohono O'odham. She took the oath on a copy of Vine Deloria's book "Custer Died for Your Sins".
January 1, 2026 at 11:44 PM
My favorite case was the swearing in of Pima County Recorder (Arizona) Gabriella Cazares-Kelly, who is Tohono O'odham. She took the oath on a copy of Vine Deloria's book "Custer Died for Your Sins".
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Minnesota’s Keith Ellison, used President Thomas Jefferson’s copy of the Quran to be sworn in the House of Representatives!
January 1, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Minnesota’s Keith Ellison, used President Thomas Jefferson’s copy of the Quran to be sworn in the House of Representatives!
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And please, PLEASE let us not forget that time in 2023 when Karen Smith was elected President of the school board in Bucks County, Pa and swore her oath on a stack of banned books. The most gangsta oath ever! Just brilliant. www.edweek.org/leadership/t...
This School Board President Took Her Oath on a Stack of Contested Books. Here's Why
The school board for Central Bucks County, Pa., has been at the center of divisive political debates.
www.edweek.org
January 1, 2026 at 11:21 PM
And please, PLEASE let us not forget that time in 2023 when Karen Smith was elected President of the school board in Bucks County, Pa and swore her oath on a stack of banned books. The most gangsta oath ever! Just brilliant. www.edweek.org/leadership/t...
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Strange takes on Mayor Zamdani swearing his oath on the Qu’ran. It has nothing to do with church & state. The point of the oath is for the person swearing in to do so upon some text that is sacred TO THEM. Some Presidents swore in w/o any book. John Quincy Adams was sworn on a law book. His choice.
January 1, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Strange takes on Mayor Zamdani swearing his oath on the Qu’ran. It has nothing to do with church & state. The point of the oath is for the person swearing in to do so upon some text that is sacred TO THEM. Some Presidents swore in w/o any book. John Quincy Adams was sworn on a law book. His choice.
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I'll break out this bad boy when I'm sworn in as mayor of Ballston
January 2, 2026 at 12:47 AM
I'll break out this bad boy when I'm sworn in as mayor of Ballston
Kona Lounge #columbiapike from their IG
January 2, 2026 at 12:04 AM
Kona Lounge #columbiapike from their IG
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"We will replace the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism"
Mamdani: For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty
January 1, 2026 at 8:22 PM
"We will replace the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism"
According to shoppers, some of the absolute worst Costco locations in the US are in Pentagon City, Virginia, Alhambra, California, and Issaquah, Washington.
The 8 Absolute Worst Costco Locations In The US, According To Shoppers - Chowhound
www.chowhound.com
January 1, 2026 at 10:14 PM
Got the latest issue of MaximumARL from the box by Acme Pie #columbiapike excellent year in review
January 1, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Got the latest issue of MaximumARL from the box by Acme Pie #columbiapike excellent year in review
Mini shrine at Westmont CVS #columbiapike
January 1, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Mini shrine at Westmont CVS #columbiapike
Got my flu shot!!! At the extremely convenient Westmont cvs. #columbiapike yes I know this years variant yadda yadda yadda but just going for even a smidge of protection
January 1, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Got my flu shot!!! At the extremely convenient Westmont cvs. #columbiapike yes I know this years variant yadda yadda yadda but just going for even a smidge of protection
Kinda enjoying this hgtv show where Trump voters get won over by the insanely charismatic David Bromstad
January 1, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Kinda enjoying this hgtv show where Trump voters get won over by the insanely charismatic David Bromstad
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Amplifying this pup. She may reside in Del Ray for now, but surely there’s someone in Arlington who needs a loyal companion?
If anybody in the Alexandria is looking for a dog, this very sweet pup in ALX my family took care of is looking for a forever home
December 31, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Amplifying this pup. She may reside in Del Ray for now, but surely there’s someone in Arlington who needs a loyal companion?
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As the year wraps up, I’m giving back to a few incredible local nonprofits that make Northern Virginia stronger — from protecting our environment to supporting inclusive housing and individuals with disabilities. Consider joining me before midnight! 🌎#NoVa #GiveLocal a 🧵
January 1, 2026 at 12:26 AM
As the year wraps up, I’m giving back to a few incredible local nonprofits that make Northern Virginia stronger — from protecting our environment to supporting inclusive housing and individuals with disabilities. Consider joining me before midnight! 🌎#NoVa #GiveLocal a 🧵
Turns out naan is kinda hard to make 🤣🤣😢
January 1, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Turns out naan is kinda hard to make 🤣🤣😢
Didn’t think we needed the fury - nevertheless … I enjoyed it as always
January 1, 2026 at 12:25 AM
Didn’t think we needed the fury - nevertheless … I enjoyed it as always
Me to the cat: buddy don’t you realize it’s good to feel hungry now n then it makes you appreciate food when you get it?
Cat:
Cat:
December 31, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Me to the cat: buddy don’t you realize it’s good to feel hungry now n then it makes you appreciate food when you get it?
Cat:
Cat: