Helen Sikavitsa
@elenischool.bsky.social
Resources for #language teaching by a #teacher of English living/working in Greece, dancer at heart, art & book lover, keen on photography & traveling as well.
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Helen Sikavitsa
@elenischool.bsky.social
· Nov 21
Out of our tangled entrails' darkest woods
let's bring to light all justice, kindness, joy,
all those wild birds that built their far nests there,
and though they never appear, may that hot kiln
of the inner earth burn on unceasingly!
#NikosKazantzakis to #DonQuixote #Greek #Literature #Inspiration
let's bring to light all justice, kindness, joy,
all those wild birds that built their far nests there,
and though they never appear, may that hot kiln
of the inner earth burn on unceasingly!
#NikosKazantzakis to #DonQuixote #Greek #Literature #Inspiration
Souvenir douloureux, mais aussi symbole de résilience et d’unité. #JamaisOublier #FluctuatnecMergitur #Bataclan #DixAnsDéjà #Paris #Fr avec @metafrasis.bsky.social 🙏🌹
The 'Tree of Justice' lights up at commemoration of the 2015 Paris terror attacks
www.france24.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Souvenir douloureux, mais aussi symbole de résilience et d’unité. #JamaisOublier #FluctuatnecMergitur #Bataclan #DixAnsDéjà #Paris #Fr avec @metafrasis.bsky.social 🙏🌹
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"The federal government shutdown provided President Donald Trump a weekslong reprieve from major revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. But as Congress looks to reopen the government this week, it’s clear Trump’s Epstein problem hasn’t gone away," writes Aaron Blake. | Analysis
3 takeaways from the new Epstein emails mentioning Trump | CNN Politics
The federal government shutdown provided President Donald Trump a weekslong reprieve from major revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
www.cnn.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:02 PM
"The federal government shutdown provided President Donald Trump a weekslong reprieve from major revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. But as Congress looks to reopen the government this week, it’s clear Trump’s Epstein problem hasn’t gone away," writes Aaron Blake. | Analysis
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Much of the criticism of the BBC is led by people whose preferred solution would be to get rid of it. That would be a huge mistake—but a shake-up is certainly needed econ.st/4hWcW6s
Illustration: Fortunate Joaquin
Illustration: Fortunate Joaquin
November 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Much of the criticism of the BBC is led by people whose preferred solution would be to get rid of it. That would be a huge mistake—but a shake-up is certainly needed econ.st/4hWcW6s
Illustration: Fortunate Joaquin
Illustration: Fortunate Joaquin
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As Karoline Leavitt concludes her press briefing and walks off, @andrewfeinberg.com asks: "What was the president doing with Virginia Giuffre for hours at Epstein's house?"
She did not respond.
She did not respond.
November 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
As Karoline Leavitt concludes her press briefing and walks off, @andrewfeinberg.com asks: "What was the president doing with Virginia Giuffre for hours at Epstein's house?"
She did not respond.
She did not respond.
“His very existence was improbable, inexplicable and altogether bewildering. He was an insoluble problem. It was inconceivable how he had existed, how he had succeeded in getting so far, how he had managed to remain - why he did not instantly disappear” Joseph Conrad, Heart of Darkness #DonaldTrump
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
“His very existence was improbable, inexplicable and altogether bewildering. He was an insoluble problem. It was inconceivable how he had existed, how he had succeeded in getting so far, how he had managed to remain - why he did not instantly disappear” Joseph Conrad, Heart of Darkness #DonaldTrump
Wednesday's Early Bird: in emails, obtained from the DOJ, Epstein seems to suggest that Trump knew of the illicit activities with which he is engaging. 📢 @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #MeidasTouch #Resist #StrongerTogether #MeidasBoosts #StopTheMadness #Trump #EpsteinEmails #EpsteinFiles 🖌️André Carrilho
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Wednesday's Early Bird: in emails, obtained from the DOJ, Epstein seems to suggest that Trump knew of the illicit activities with which he is engaging. 📢 @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #MeidasTouch #Resist #StrongerTogether #MeidasBoosts #StopTheMadness #Trump #EpsteinEmails #EpsteinFiles 🖌️André Carrilho
Students who use deeper learning strategies tend to earn better grades, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. news.uga.edu/student-moti... #HigherEd #MasteringSkills #StudentStrategies #ResearchNews #EduMatters with @viktsam.bsky.social 📚👩🎓
Focusing on self-improvement, not competition, may boost grades
Students who focus on mastering educational material rather than chasing a high grade tend to perform better academically.
news.uga.edu
November 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Students who use deeper learning strategies tend to earn better grades, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. news.uga.edu/student-moti... #HigherEd #MasteringSkills #StudentStrategies #ResearchNews #EduMatters with @viktsam.bsky.social 📚👩🎓
How can teachers navigate ethical gray areas in the classroom? Harvard’s case-study approach turns dilemmas into learning moments — for both educators and students. #MoralEducation #TeacherDevelopment #EdChat #TeachingAcrossDifference #EduMatters
Case Studies Help Teachers Tackle Ethical Classroom Dilemmas
Professor Meira Levinson’s normative case studies offer students and educators a chance to learn across differences
www.gse.harvard.edu
November 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
How can teachers navigate ethical gray areas in the classroom? Harvard’s case-study approach turns dilemmas into learning moments — for both educators and students. #MoralEducation #TeacherDevelopment #EdChat #TeachingAcrossDifference #EduMatters
“The newspaper industry, again and again, has flubbed its chance to propel itself into the future” #Media #Newspapers #Journalism #Trust #PublicBehavior
Why Doesn’t Anyone Trust the Media?, by Jelani Cobb, Taylor Lorenz, Jack Shafer, Max Tani
Anatomy of a credibility crisis
harpers.org
November 9, 2025 at 7:20 PM
“The newspaper industry, again and again, has flubbed its chance to propel itself into the future” #Media #Newspapers #Journalism #Trust #PublicBehavior
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"This new age will be one of relentless improvement." Read, re-read, maybe even memorize Zohran Mamdani's electrifying victory speech.
Zohran Mamdani: “Hope Is Alive”
A full transcript of the mayor-elect's victory speech to supporters.
www.thenation.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:55 PM
"This new age will be one of relentless improvement." Read, re-read, maybe even memorize Zohran Mamdani's electrifying victory speech.
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A sneak peek at the cover of next week’s issue, which celebrates Zohran Mamdani’s historic win. #NewYorkerCovers
https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/451hFM
https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/451hFM
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 AM
A sneak peek at the cover of next week’s issue, which celebrates Zohran Mamdani’s historic win. #NewYorkerCovers
https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/451hFM
https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/451hFM
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Mere months ago, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social was polling at 1 percent—right next to “Someone Else.” Tonight, he was elected New York City’s newest mayor.
www.wired.com/story/the-bi...
www.wired.com/story/the-bi...
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Mere months ago, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social was polling at 1 percent—right next to “Someone Else.” Tonight, he was elected New York City’s newest mayor.
www.wired.com/story/the-bi...
www.wired.com/story/the-bi...
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#BREAKING: Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayor’s race
thehill.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:11 AM
#BREAKING: Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayor’s race
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Zohran Mamdani, the next mayor of New York City, has a vision that can renew a Democratic Party that’s been fecklessly resistant to change and to the big ideas that will inspire voters, write Katrina vanden Heuvel and @nicholsuprising.bsky.social. www.thenation.com/article/soci...
From Mission Impossible to Mister Mayor
If Zohran Mamdani governs as he campaigned, he will prove that the people have the power to shape their own future.
www.thenation.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Zohran Mamdani, the next mayor of New York City, has a vision that can renew a Democratic Party that’s been fecklessly resistant to change and to the big ideas that will inspire voters, write Katrina vanden Heuvel and @nicholsuprising.bsky.social. www.thenation.com/article/soci...
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BREAKING: Dem Rep. Mikie Sherrill has won the race for New Jersey governor.
She defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli to retain Democratic control of the governor's office as Dems win both of the year's gubernatorial races.
Read more: politi.co/49xNGRV
She defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli to retain Democratic control of the governor's office as Dems win both of the year's gubernatorial races.
Read more: politi.co/49xNGRV
November 5, 2025 at 2:38 AM
BREAKING: Dem Rep. Mikie Sherrill has won the race for New Jersey governor.
She defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli to retain Democratic control of the governor's office as Dems win both of the year's gubernatorial races.
Read more: politi.co/49xNGRV
She defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli to retain Democratic control of the governor's office as Dems win both of the year's gubernatorial races.
Read more: politi.co/49xNGRV
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Abigail Spanberger, a former congresswoman and CIA agent, will be the first woman to serve as governor of Virginia, following a streak of 74 men. Spanberger's campaign was laser-focused on attacking President Trump's policies. nyti.ms/498lHIB
November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Abigail Spanberger, a former congresswoman and CIA agent, will be the first woman to serve as governor of Virginia, following a streak of 74 men. Spanberger's campaign was laser-focused on attacking President Trump's policies. nyti.ms/498lHIB
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"What he built was more than legacy. It was a lesson in dignity, discipline and quiet power"
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
November 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
"What he built was more than legacy. It was a lesson in dignity, discipline and quiet power"
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
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This is my President and he will always be an inspiration to me.
(courtesy of Carter Beau on IG)
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
(courtesy of Carter Beau on IG)
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
November 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
This is my President and he will always be an inspiration to me.
(courtesy of Carter Beau on IG)
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
(courtesy of Carter Beau on IG)
#reminiscing #BackToDecency
#WhatATruePresidentLooksLike
Mark your calendars! My fellow Americans, today's elections are a huge test of your strength. They 'll measure whether, after all you’ve been through this year, you still believe in and are determined to take back your country. #ZohranMamdani #VOTE #ElectionDay #USPolitics ✌️ @filosia.bsky.social 🐬
November 4, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Mark your calendars! My fellow Americans, today's elections are a huge test of your strength. They 'll measure whether, after all you’ve been through this year, you still believe in and are determined to take back your country. #ZohranMamdani #VOTE #ElectionDay #USPolitics ✌️ @filosia.bsky.social 🐬
After the banks, Hellenic Post (ELTA) is closing 204 branches across the country, dismantling of a vital public service especially rural regions where alternatives for the elderly are scarce. Who's the culprit? #Mitsotakis #MitsotakisGov #PublicOutrage #ELTA #HellenicPost #Shutdown #Greece #Hell_as
November 4, 2025 at 9:35 AM
After the banks, Hellenic Post (ELTA) is closing 204 branches across the country, dismantling of a vital public service especially rural regions where alternatives for the elderly are scarce. Who's the culprit? #Mitsotakis #MitsotakisGov #PublicOutrage #ELTA #HellenicPost #Shutdown #Greece #Hell_as
Former Prince, now just Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor was feeling untouchable for decades. No more! observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
#PrinceAndrew #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinCrimes #TrumpTies #EpsteinInnerCircle #America #BringJustice with @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #UnitedBlue 💙 #Resist
#PrinceAndrew #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinCrimes #TrumpTies #EpsteinInnerCircle #America #BringJustice with @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #UnitedBlue 💙 #Resist
Stripped of his titles, Andrew faces calls to testify to ...
Senior UK politicians join American panel in urging former prince to help bring justice for abused women
observer.co.uk
November 2, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Former Prince, now just Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor was feeling untouchable for decades. No more! observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
#PrinceAndrew #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinCrimes #TrumpTies #EpsteinInnerCircle #America #BringJustice with @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #UnitedBlue 💙 #Resist
#PrinceAndrew #EpsteinFiles #EpsteinCrimes #TrumpTies #EpsteinInnerCircle #America #BringJustice with @filosia.bsky.social 🐬 #UnitedBlue 💙 #Resist
Reposted by Helen Sikavitsa
Former President Barack Obama on Saturday sounded off against President Donald Trump in a speech endorsing a candidate.
'I did warn you all': Obama tells voters to 'run the tape' in passionate anti-Trump speech
Former President Barack Obama on Saturday sounded off against President Donald Trump in a speech endorsing a candidate.Obama over the weekend gave a passionate speech in an effort to boost Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger. As part of that lecture, Obama gave the audience an, I t...
bit.ly
November 1, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Former President Barack Obama on Saturday sounded off against President Donald Trump in a speech endorsing a candidate.
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It was great being back in Norfolk to help get out the vote for @abigailspanberger.com for Governor.
Virginia – Abigail Spanberger cares about your freedoms, she will fight for your rights, and she will work every day to make your life a little bit better.
Virginia – Abigail Spanberger cares about your freedoms, she will fight for your rights, and she will work every day to make your life a little bit better.
November 1, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It was great being back in Norfolk to help get out the vote for @abigailspanberger.com for Governor.
Virginia – Abigail Spanberger cares about your freedoms, she will fight for your rights, and she will work every day to make your life a little bit better.
Virginia – Abigail Spanberger cares about your freedoms, she will fight for your rights, and she will work every day to make your life a little bit better.
Reposted by Helen Sikavitsa
Hello, New Jersey! There’s a lot at stake in this election, and I’m here tonight to talk about why @mikiesherrill.bsky.social should be your next Governor. Watch live:
Mikie Sherrill and Barack Obama rally voters in Newark
YouTube video by Mikie Sherrill for New Jersey
www.youtube.com
November 1, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Hello, New Jersey! There’s a lot at stake in this election, and I’m here tonight to talk about why @mikiesherrill.bsky.social should be your next Governor. Watch live:
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The Netherlands set the first step back toward reason. May inspire the rest of Europe, or rather everyone who embraces values like human rights, common decency, health care, climate care, inclusion, etc etc.
Let's go back to caring about each other, because it IS possible! 💙 ❤️ 💙
#StopTheMadness
Let's go back to caring about each other, because it IS possible! 💙 ❤️ 💙
#StopTheMadness
October 31, 2025 at 3:32 PM
The Netherlands set the first step back toward reason. May inspire the rest of Europe, or rather everyone who embraces values like human rights, common decency, health care, climate care, inclusion, etc etc.
Let's go back to caring about each other, because it IS possible! 💙 ❤️ 💙
#StopTheMadness
Let's go back to caring about each other, because it IS possible! 💙 ❤️ 💙
#StopTheMadness