Desert Flower
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I worked for a corp. for almost 40 years as an employee and manager: I am an entrepreneur, an empath, an organizer, an optimist, a coach, a life explorer, dogmatic, disciplined, and a free-minded thinker. Politically I align with democratic values.
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RFK Jr. promised to take on plastic. Now he’s part of an administration embracing it.
RFK Jr. promised to take on plastic. Now he's part of an administration embracing it.
Plastic is everywhere—including in us.
www.motherjones.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
RFK Jr. promised to take on plastic. Now he’s part of an administration embracing it.
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This partially nude modeling photo of Melania Trump (then Knauss) is real. But it wasn't shot on Epstein's plane, despite online rumors. www.snopes.com/fact-check/m...
This Melania Trump photo is real, but it wasn't taken on Epstein's plane
Online users shared a meme falsely claiming, "Fun fact: This famous picture of first lady Melania Trump was taken on Jeffrey Epstein's plane."
www.snopes.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
This partially nude modeling photo of Melania Trump (then Knauss) is real. But it wasn't shot on Epstein's plane, despite online rumors. www.snopes.com/fact-check/m...
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A California right-wing group planning a "MAGA invasion" day at Disneyland next year was skewered by critics online.
‘How miserable do you have to be?’ ‘MAGA invasion’ of Disneyland skewered online
A California right-wing group planning a "MAGA invasion" day at Disneyland next year was skewered by critics online. The meetup slated for Saturday, Feb. 28, was shared by SoCal Patriots on Facebook, calling on followers to "Give Your Family A Chance To Experience Disney On A Day With As Many Like M...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A California right-wing group planning a "MAGA invasion" day at Disneyland next year was skewered by critics online.
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Boeing and NASA have agreed to keep astronauts off the company's next Starliner flight. Instead, Boeing will perform a trial run with cargo to the International Space Station to prove the capsule's safety.
Boeing's troubled capsule won't carry astronauts on next space station flight
Boeing and NASA have agreed to keep astronauts off the company's next Starliner flight. Instead, Boeing will perform a trial run with cargo to the International Space Station to prove the capsule's safety.
bit.ly
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Boeing and NASA have agreed to keep astronauts off the company's next Starliner flight. Instead, Boeing will perform a trial run with cargo to the International Space Station to prove the capsule's safety.
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"If the president now wants to make the case for the use of military force against Maduro, he can do so. He hasn’t."
On Illegal War and Immoral Peace
Why we should be dubious of both the coming actions in Venezuela and the ‘peace’ proposal for Ukraine.
lnk.thebulwark.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
"If the president now wants to make the case for the use of military force against Maduro, he can do so. He hasn’t."
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Dozens of people who communicated with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein over the years are now being scrutinized for their relationship based on emails that lawmakers released to the public.
These email exchanges took place years after Epstein became a registered sex offender in 2008.
These email exchanges took place years after Epstein became a registered sex offender in 2008.
November 25, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Dozens of people who communicated with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein over the years are now being scrutinized for their relationship based on emails that lawmakers released to the public.
These email exchanges took place years after Epstein became a registered sex offender in 2008.
These email exchanges took place years after Epstein became a registered sex offender in 2008.
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Twisting military code, the Trump administration says “all orders” from the president are “lawful orders,” and troops have no right to question him. trib.al/M0jcTz3
The comments come as Hegseth weighs court-martialing a Democratic senator for his part in a video reminding troops to follow the law.
The comments come as Hegseth weighs court-martialing a Democratic senator for his part in a video reminding troops to follow the law.
November 25, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Twisting military code, the Trump administration says “all orders” from the president are “lawful orders,” and troops have no right to question him. trib.al/M0jcTz3
The comments come as Hegseth weighs court-martialing a Democratic senator for his part in a video reminding troops to follow the law.
The comments come as Hegseth weighs court-martialing a Democratic senator for his part in a video reminding troops to follow the law.
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Trump orders review of Muslim Brotherhood chapters for possible terror designations as CAIR sues Texas over a similar label.
Trump to Consider Designating Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Organization
www.newsweek.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Trump orders review of Muslim Brotherhood chapters for possible terror designations as CAIR sues Texas over a similar label.
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The Real America's Voice MAGA network has begun pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariffs by highlighting his small-business supporters who have been hit hard.
Pro-Trump CEO slams core agenda on MAGA TV
The Real America's Voice MAGA network has begun pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariffs by highlighting his small-business supporters who have been hit hard.On Monday, Real America's Voice host David Brody spoke to Kenneth Bernardo of the Bay Crane Company."President Trump has repeated...
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November 25, 2025 at 12:40 AM
The Real America's Voice MAGA network has begun pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariffs by highlighting his small-business supporters who have been hit hard.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the U.S. attorney at the center of today's dismissal of the cases against ex-FBI chief James Comey and N.Y. AG Letitia James and vowed to "take all available legal action, including an immediate appeal."
Bondi defends U.S. attorney at center of Comey, James case dismissals, vows to appeal
"Lindsay Halligan is an excellent U.S. attorney," Bondi said of Trump's former personal lawyer.
www.axios.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the U.S. attorney at the center of today's dismissal of the cases against ex-FBI chief James Comey and N.Y. AG Letitia James and vowed to "take all available legal action, including an immediate appeal."
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"They're not even hiding it anymore. A US-led regime change war abroad to line the pockets of Big Oil—where have we heard this one before?"
'Venezuela, for the American Oil Companies, Will Be a Field Day,' Says US Lawmaker Pushing Invasion
US Rep. María Salazar (R-Fla.) discussed President Donald Trump's
potential military invasion of Venezuela on Fox Business, and said that it "will be a field day" for the American oil companies.
www.commondreams.org
November 25, 2025 at 12:47 AM
"They're not even hiding it anymore. A US-led regime change war abroad to line the pockets of Big Oil—where have we heard this one before?"
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Trump's DOJ suffers another humiliating blow as its cases fall apart; Trump is mocked and laughed at during a series of high-stakes global summits; DoD threatens a senator with a military trial; and more. Watch the MeidasTouch Podcast at 8p ET/5p PT!
LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 11/24/25
YouTube video by MeidasTouch
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November 25, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Trump's DOJ suffers another humiliating blow as its cases fall apart; Trump is mocked and laughed at during a series of high-stakes global summits; DoD threatens a senator with a military trial; and more. Watch the MeidasTouch Podcast at 8p ET/5p PT!
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Thai woman found alive in coffin before temple cremation
Thai woman found alive in coffin before temple cremation
The 65-year-old woman shocked temple staff when they heard a faint knocking and she started moving in her coffin after being brought in for cremation
A woman in Thailand shocked temple staff when she started moving in her coffin after being brought in for cremation.
Wat Rat Prakhong Tham, a Buddhist temple in the province of Nonthaburi on the outskirts of Bangkok , posted a video on its Facebook page, showing a woman lying in a white coffin in the back of a pick-up truck, slightly moving her arms and head, leaving temple staff bewildered. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Thai woman found alive in coffin before temple cremation
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The actor acknowledged he'd made good on his eyebrow-raising pledge while appearing at a "Home Alone" anniversary event over the weekend.
Macaulay Culkin Confirms He Changed His Legal Name 6 Years Ago
The actor acknowledged he'd made good on his eyebrow-raising pledge while appearing at a "Home Alone" anniversary event over the weekend.
www.huffpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:58 AM
The actor acknowledged he'd made good on his eyebrow-raising pledge while appearing at a "Home Alone" anniversary event over the weekend.
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NASA released new images of 3I/ATLAS, the third comet ever to be discovered in Earth's cosmic neighborhood originating from elsewhere in the universe.
What is 3I/ATLAS? See all photos NASA has released of interstellar comet
NASA released new images of 3I/ATLAS, the third comet ever to be discovered in Earth's cosmic neighborhood originating from elsewhere in the universe.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:30 AM
NASA released new images of 3I/ATLAS, the third comet ever to be discovered in Earth's cosmic neighborhood originating from elsewhere in the universe.
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The Wicked sequel is "a movie about how Glinda and Elphaba need to be allowed to feel good about themselves no matter how much harm they do to everyone around them." And the music isn't even catchy.
‘Wicked: For Good’ Review
Reimagining, retellings, and unholy recreations.
lnk.thebulwark.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:30 AM
The Wicked sequel is "a movie about how Glinda and Elphaba need to be allowed to feel good about themselves no matter how much harm they do to everyone around them." And the music isn't even catchy.
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Erika Kirk and Vice President JD Vance shared the hug at a memorial for Charlie Kirk.
Erika Kirk Breaks Silence On That Eyebrow-Raising Hug With JD Vance
Erika Kirk and Vice President JD Vance shared the hug at a memorial for Charlie Kirk.
www.huffpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Erika Kirk and Vice President JD Vance shared the hug at a memorial for Charlie Kirk.
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American life and America itself are now being shaped—in terrible, even tragic ways—by people who really did mislead and outright lie to Congress under oath.
We’re Led by an Administration of Liars
Trump insisted Comey be prosecuted for supposedly lying to Congress—but his own administration is full of officials who lied to Congress.
lnk.thebulwark.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
American life and America itself are now being shaped—in terrible, even tragic ways—by people who really did mislead and outright lie to Congress under oath.
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Writing doesn't just help you process your thoughts.
Neuroscientists have found it physically changes your brain in ways that build resilience and help you handle everyday stress and challenges.
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Neuroscientists have found it physically changes your brain in ways that build resilience and help you handle everyday stress and challenges.
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Writing builds resilience by changing your brain, helping you face everyday challenges
Resilience is often presented as feats of bravery and endurance. But everyday practices like journaling, drafting a text or even writing a to-do list are manifestations of a capacity to adapt.
theconversation.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Writing doesn't just help you process your thoughts.
Neuroscientists have found it physically changes your brain in ways that build resilience and help you handle everyday stress and challenges.
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Neuroscientists have found it physically changes your brain in ways that build resilience and help you handle everyday stress and challenges.
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More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening
More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening
Rishi Sunak hands health secretary open letter calling for testing for men at the highest risk
More than 100 MPs, including Rishi Sunak, have urged Wes Streeting to introduce screening for prostate cancer.
The UK National Screening Committee, a government agency that advises ministers and the NHS about all aspects of screening, will recommend whether men at higher risk of the disease should be offered checks. It is due to write to the health secretary later this week, the Telegraph reported. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:03 AM
More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening
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AI could replace 3m low-skilled jobs by 2035, research finds
AI could replace 3m low-skilled jobs by 2035, research finds
Trades, machine operations and administrative roles are most at-risk, says leading educational research charity
Up to 3m low-skilled jobs could disappear in the UK by 2035 because of automation and AI, according to a report by a leading educational research charity.
The jobs most at risk are those in occupations such as trades, machine operations and administrative roles, the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) said. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:03 AM
AI could replace 3m low-skilled jobs by 2035, research finds
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Is Berkshire Hathaway so immersed in Buffett’s way of investing that his successors will carry it on institutionally? Or is Buffett unique in so many ways that Berkshire can never hope to continue his staggering performance? trib.al/oj5P0Q6
Warren Buffett’s principles guide Berkshire as a new era of leadership begins | Fortune
A Fortune feature highlights the legendary investor’s criteria for building an enduring business.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Is Berkshire Hathaway so immersed in Buffett’s way of investing that his successors will carry it on institutionally? Or is Buffett unique in so many ways that Berkshire can never hope to continue his staggering performance? trib.al/oj5P0Q6
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President Donald Trump and his top officials insist the economy is humming, but CNN's Harry Enten found that Americans aren't buying their assurances.
'He's full of it': Trump alerted that voters feeling 'pain' — and they're blaming him
President Donald Trump and his top officials insist the economy is humming, but CNN's Harry Enten found that Americans aren't buying their assurances.The president claims prices are coming down and there's "almost no inflation," which stands in stark contrast to what solid majorities are telling pol...
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November 25, 2025 at 12:08 AM
President Donald Trump and his top officials insist the economy is humming, but CNN's Harry Enten found that Americans aren't buying their assurances.
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Recent labor force data show the degrees affected by a loan-capping policy align with women-dominated jobs.
Are Women More Affected By Trump Admin’s ‘Professional’ Degree Change?
www.newsweek.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Recent labor force data show the degrees affected by a loan-capping policy align with women-dominated jobs.
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Democrats in Ohio have lost badly in recent years. But Democrats in the state and nationally say that in 2026 they’ll finally turn it around.
Democrats Are Leaning Into Ohio in 2026
Once a national bellwether, Democrats’ hold on Ohio has loosened. They are hoping for a comeback in the midterms.
www.notus.org
November 25, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Democrats in Ohio have lost badly in recent years. But Democrats in the state and nationally say that in 2026 they’ll finally turn it around.