sstrumello
@sstrumello.bsky.social
I’m a former Twitter user, person living w autoimmune Type 1 diabetes (T1D), and am pro-democracy and I am anti-monopoly.
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sstrumello
@sstrumello.bsky.social
· Feb 1
So, I've created a list of people and entities I find useful to follow for T1D news without too much addiction to corporate media. My list can be found at bsky.app/profile/did:...
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MARGE: “This is what many in MAGA thought they voted to end. Boy were we wrong.”
January 3, 2026 at 5:02 PM
MARGE: “This is what many in MAGA thought they voted to end. Boy were we wrong.”
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Sept 1 1939: The Führer announces that Poland is a clear danger to the nation, and that "In order to put an end to this lunacy I have no other choice than to meet force with force. Since 5:45 a.m. we have been returning fire, and from now on bombs will be met by bombs."
January 3, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Sept 1 1939: The Führer announces that Poland is a clear danger to the nation, and that "In order to put an end to this lunacy I have no other choice than to meet force with force. Since 5:45 a.m. we have been returning fire, and from now on bombs will be met by bombs."
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1. Maduro is not a good guy by any stretch of the imagination.
2. But capturing him through an extra-legal action that violates international law undermines any US credibility with Russia in Ukraine and China with Taiwan.
3. We have a terrible history with topping leaders without a post-war plan.
2. But capturing him through an extra-legal action that violates international law undermines any US credibility with Russia in Ukraine and China with Taiwan.
3. We have a terrible history with topping leaders without a post-war plan.
January 3, 2026 at 1:40 PM
1. Maduro is not a good guy by any stretch of the imagination.
2. But capturing him through an extra-legal action that violates international law undermines any US credibility with Russia in Ukraine and China with Taiwan.
3. We have a terrible history with topping leaders without a post-war plan.
2. But capturing him through an extra-legal action that violates international law undermines any US credibility with Russia in Ukraine and China with Taiwan.
3. We have a terrible history with topping leaders without a post-war plan.
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BREAKING: U.S. President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been captured after US conducted a "large scale strike" on the country.
At least 7 explosions and low-flying aircraft are heard in Venezuela's Caracas
At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft are heard around 2 a.m. local time Saturday in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas.
bit.ly
January 3, 2026 at 9:36 AM
BREAKING: U.S. President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been captured after US conducted a "large scale strike" on the country.
There’s a relevant saying: “You break it, you BUY it.” Will this President be taught that lessons.
BREAKING: U.S. President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been captured after US conducted a "large scale strike" on the country.
At least 7 explosions and low-flying aircraft are heard in Venezuela's Caracas
At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft are heard around 2 a.m. local time Saturday in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas.
bit.ly
January 3, 2026 at 1:35 PM
There’s a relevant saying: “You break it, you BUY it.” Will this President be taught that lessons.
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Today we’re talking about pure love that poured out at the Mummers Parade, from a wedding to a Welsh grandma who flew to Philly. Plus, disruptions on SEPTA's Fox Chase Line, and Boozy Mutt closes.
❤️ Mummers devotion | Morning Newsletter
www.inquirer.com
January 3, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Today we’re talking about pure love that poured out at the Mummers Parade, from a wedding to a Welsh grandma who flew to Philly. Plus, disruptions on SEPTA's Fox Chase Line, and Boozy Mutt closes.
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NPR Morning Edition Interview on Russia-Ukraine War. www.avindman.com/p/my-intervi...
My Interview on NPR Morning Edition
A Discussion on the Current State of the War in Ukraine
www.avindman.com
December 12, 2025 at 8:27 PM
NPR Morning Edition Interview on Russia-Ukraine War. www.avindman.com/p/my-intervi...
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If I want to hear from average Americans about the news, I'll go to social media. We need journalists to seek and speak the truth to us.
January 2, 2026 at 8:46 PM
If I want to hear from average Americans about the news, I'll go to social media. We need journalists to seek and speak the truth to us.
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A deal between the federal government and groups that sued the Trump administration over National Institutes of Health research grant proposals consigned to bureaucratic limbo because of anti-DEI policies is already bearing fruit. www.statnews.com/2025/12/30/n...
NIH begins review of thousands of delayed research proposals, funding 135 on first day
A deal between NIH and groups that sued the Trump administration over delayed DEI-related grant proposals is already bearing fruit
www.statnews.com
January 2, 2026 at 9:32 PM
A deal between the federal government and groups that sued the Trump administration over National Institutes of Health research grant proposals consigned to bureaucratic limbo because of anti-DEI policies is already bearing fruit. www.statnews.com/2025/12/30/n...
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'CBS Evening News' Now Treating Viewers Like Children
'CBS Evening News' Now Treating Viewers Like Children
'CBS Evening News' Now Treating Viewers Like Children
www.huffpost.com
January 2, 2026 at 9:59 PM
'CBS Evening News' Now Treating Viewers Like Children
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The Mummers Parade was quintessentially Philadelphia — not perfect but scrappy. High winds caused an unprecedented postponement of the string band competition for the first time in 125 years.
2026 Mummers Parade drew thousands to a Philly tradition despite disruptive high winds
www.inquirer.com
January 2, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The Mummers Parade was quintessentially Philadelphia — not perfect but scrappy. High winds caused an unprecedented postponement of the string band competition for the first time in 125 years.
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Danish wind power company Orsted has filed a court order to challenge a lease suspension imposed by US President Donald Trump’s administration on its project off the coast of Rhode Island
Orsted Files Challenge to US Wind Farm Lease Suspension Order
Orsted A/S filed a legal complaint after the Trump administration suspended the lease of a wind project that’s near completion off Rhode Island.
bloom.bg
January 2, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Danish wind power company Orsted has filed a court order to challenge a lease suspension imposed by US President Donald Trump’s administration on its project off the coast of Rhode Island
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Tesla vehicle sales fell 8.6% last year, dropping the Elon Musk-led company well behind China’s BYD in the global ranks of electric-car makers. Fourth-quarter deliveries declined 16% to 418,227 vehicles, trailing analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg
Tesla Surrenders EV Crown to BYD After 8.6% Annual Sales Decline
Tesla Inc. vehicle sales fell 8.6% last year, dropping the Elon Musk-led company well behind China’s BYD Co. in the global ranks of electric-car makers.
bloom.bg
January 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Tesla vehicle sales fell 8.6% last year, dropping the Elon Musk-led company well behind China’s BYD in the global ranks of electric-car makers. Fourth-quarter deliveries declined 16% to 418,227 vehicles, trailing analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg
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In any other White House, this WSJ article would be immediate cause for impeachment. With Trump just add it to the pile.
January 2, 2026 at 7:39 PM
In any other White House, this WSJ article would be immediate cause for impeachment. With Trump just add it to the pile.
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I was wondering what Mamdani's first executive order would be, and I'm not disappointed by this.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
January 1, 2026 at 11:07 PM
I was wondering what Mamdani's first executive order would be, and I'm not disappointed by this.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
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The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 was a campaign trail boogeyman for President Trump, but much of it became reality during his first year back in office.
Trump enacted dozens of Project 2025 goals. Here's what's left
Project 2025 has dozens more action items awaiting Trump's attention in 2026.
www.axios.com
January 1, 2026 at 10:09 PM
The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 was a campaign trail boogeyman for President Trump, but much of it became reality during his first year back in office.
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President Vladimir Putin of Russia has hailed the troops fighting his war in Ukraine as sacred heroes. But confidential complaints filed by troops and their families reveal a pattern of brutality and coercion in the ranks that is hidden from the Russian public. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
January 2, 2026 at 12:30 AM
President Vladimir Putin of Russia has hailed the troops fighting his war in Ukraine as sacred heroes. But confidential complaints filed by troops and their families reveal a pattern of brutality and coercion in the ranks that is hidden from the Russian public. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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US health subsidies expire, launching millions into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
US health subsidies expire, launching millions into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
buff.ly
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
US health subsidies expire, launching millions into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
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Oh my goodness, this Wall Street Journal piece about Trump's ailing health that includes an interview with him (gift link). There are a number of ridiculous details in it and I'll put a few of them in this thread. (1/6)
Exclusive | As Signs of Aging Emerge, Trump Responds With Defiance
In an interview, President Trump—the oldest man to assume the office—said he has eschewed some advice from his doctors and regrets getting advanced imaging.
www.wsj.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Oh my goodness, this Wall Street Journal piece about Trump's ailing health that includes an interview with him (gift link). There are a number of ridiculous details in it and I'll put a few of them in this thread. (1/6)
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For Americans who buy ACA insurance, there’s still time left to enroll for 2026. But premium increases and the expiration of enhanced tax subsidies have led to larger-than-expected costs.
Affordable Care Act subsidies are expiring. There are coverage options, but with trade-offs
For Americans who buy ACA insurance, there’s still time left to enroll for 2026. But premium increases and the expiration of enhanced tax subsidies have led to larger-than-expected costs.
bit.ly
January 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM
For Americans who buy ACA insurance, there’s still time left to enroll for 2026. But premium increases and the expiration of enhanced tax subsidies have led to larger-than-expected costs.
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JACK SMITH: “We had proof beyond a reasonable doubt Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election, prevent the peaceful transfer of power, retained classified docs, obstructed justice… I’d charge an ex president again regardless of party.”
January 1, 2026 at 3:16 PM
JACK SMITH: “We had proof beyond a reasonable doubt Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election, prevent the peaceful transfer of power, retained classified docs, obstructed justice… I’d charge an ex president again regardless of party.”
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BREAKING:
The House Judiciary Committee just released — on New Year's Eve — the 255-page transcript of Jack Smith's closed door deposition.
House Republicans continue their attempts to bury Smith's testimony.
Read it all here: tinyurl.com/cndtn3ez
The House Judiciary Committee just released — on New Year's Eve — the 255-page transcript of Jack Smith's closed door deposition.
House Republicans continue their attempts to bury Smith's testimony.
Read it all here: tinyurl.com/cndtn3ez
December 31, 2025 at 7:35 PM
BREAKING:
The House Judiciary Committee just released — on New Year's Eve — the 255-page transcript of Jack Smith's closed door deposition.
House Republicans continue their attempts to bury Smith's testimony.
Read it all here: tinyurl.com/cndtn3ez
The House Judiciary Committee just released — on New Year's Eve — the 255-page transcript of Jack Smith's closed door deposition.
House Republicans continue their attempts to bury Smith's testimony.
Read it all here: tinyurl.com/cndtn3ez
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Many people think red wine is better for you than white wine or other types of alcohol. The notion was partly born from studies — some of which have been disputed.
Here’s what new evidence says:
Here’s what new evidence says:
Is red wine better for you than white? The answer may surprise you.
If you’re confused about alcohol, that’s understandable. Here’s what you need to know about red wine versus white wine in terms of health benefits.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Many people think red wine is better for you than white wine or other types of alcohol. The notion was partly born from studies — some of which have been disputed.
Here’s what new evidence says:
Here’s what new evidence says: