Al T
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Vaccines save lives. Leaders must champion them www.nature.com/articles/d41... by @nature.com
"Attacks on vaccines & the cancellation of research into what causes vaccine hesitancy puts people in harm’s way."
"...casting doubt on their safety could have dangerous & far-reaching consequences."
"Attacks on vaccines & the cancellation of research into what causes vaccine hesitancy puts people in harm’s way."
"...casting doubt on their safety could have dangerous & far-reaching consequences."
Vaccines save lives. Leaders must champion them
Attacks on vaccines and the cancellation of research into what causes vaccine hesitancy puts people in harm’s way.
www.nature.com
March 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Vaccines save lives. Leaders must champion them www.nature.com/articles/d41... by @nature.com
"Attacks on vaccines & the cancellation of research into what causes vaccine hesitancy puts people in harm’s way."
"...casting doubt on their safety could have dangerous & far-reaching consequences."
"Attacks on vaccines & the cancellation of research into what causes vaccine hesitancy puts people in harm’s way."
"...casting doubt on their safety could have dangerous & far-reaching consequences."
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Planning a longer-term stay in Japan? Some hotels can get expensive, while others are specifically designed with short-term visitors in mind. Luckily, today, there are tons of options - from capsule hotels to Airbnb to share house programs and even homestays.
The Best Places For Extended Stays In Japan - Unseen Japan
Staying in Japan for more than a week? Here are some options for longer-term stays that are both cozy and affordable.
buff.ly
February 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Planning a longer-term stay in Japan? Some hotels can get expensive, while others are specifically designed with short-term visitors in mind. Luckily, today, there are tons of options - from capsule hotels to Airbnb to share house programs and even homestays.
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Director Kore-eda Hirokazu's most recent film, Monster, is a rumination on our limited perception of the lives of others. It's also been noted for its nuanced LGBT themes. Watch our review - and thanks for 50,000 views!
youtu.be/hvhcuxlCjsY
youtu.be/hvhcuxlCjsY
Is "Monster" Kore-eda's "Rashomon?" (Film Review)
YouTube video by Unseen Japan
youtu.be
February 21, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Director Kore-eda Hirokazu's most recent film, Monster, is a rumination on our limited perception of the lives of others. It's also been noted for its nuanced LGBT themes. Watch our review - and thanks for 50,000 views!
youtu.be/hvhcuxlCjsY
youtu.be/hvhcuxlCjsY
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This week, President Trump falsely claimed that Ukraine started the war against Russia, ordered federal agencies created by Congress to answer directly to him, and made himself the leader of a cultural institution. Our reporters sit down on “The Daily” to discuss how Trump is rewriting history.
Trump 2.0: Rewriting Histories
Watch or listen to our political round table breaking down President Trump’s latest week in office.
nyti.ms
February 21, 2025 at 4:50 PM
This week, President Trump falsely claimed that Ukraine started the war against Russia, ordered federal agencies created by Congress to answer directly to him, and made himself the leader of a cultural institution. Our reporters sit down on “The Daily” to discuss how Trump is rewriting history.
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The White Lotus: everything you need to know before you watch season three
The White Lotus: everything you need to know before you watch season three
Who are the stars? What plotlines from previous seasons will you need to remember? And whose bum did Arnie love seeing on TV?
www.theguardian.com
February 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM
The White Lotus: everything you need to know before you watch season three
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Americans vastly underestimate public support for diversity & inclusion www.psypost.org/study-americ... via @psypost.bsky.social
82% agree "racial diversity benefits the country."
But thought "only around 55% of Americans would agree."
Accurate impressions = > support for pro-diversity policies.
82% agree "racial diversity benefits the country."
But thought "only around 55% of Americans would agree."
Accurate impressions = > support for pro-diversity policies.
Study: Americans vastly underestimate public support for diversity and inclusion
New research reveals that Americans dramatically underestimate the support for diversity among their fellow Americans, a misperception that may be fueling silence and inaction.
www.psypost.org
February 18, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Americans vastly underestimate public support for diversity & inclusion www.psypost.org/study-americ... via @psypost.bsky.social
82% agree "racial diversity benefits the country."
But thought "only around 55% of Americans would agree."
Accurate impressions = > support for pro-diversity policies.
82% agree "racial diversity benefits the country."
But thought "only around 55% of Americans would agree."
Accurate impressions = > support for pro-diversity policies.
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I am not making this up: Republicans have introduced legislation… to increase your bank fees.
February 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
I am not making this up: Republicans have introduced legislation… to increase your bank fees.
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RFK Jr. is the nation’s health secretary, and there are children in the hospital with measles who shouldn’t have to be there. www.wsj.com/opinion/rfk-... via @WSJopinion
"Immunization has saved millions of lives around the world since the vaccine became available in 1963."
"Immunization has saved millions of lives around the world since the vaccine became available in 1963."
Opinion | RFK Jr. and the Measles Outbreak
Now he’s HHS secretary, not a gadfly, as unvaxxed children are hospitalized.
www.wsj.com
February 18, 2025 at 3:19 PM
RFK Jr. is the nation’s health secretary, and there are children in the hospital with measles who shouldn’t have to be there. www.wsj.com/opinion/rfk-... via @WSJopinion
"Immunization has saved millions of lives around the world since the vaccine became available in 1963."
"Immunization has saved millions of lives around the world since the vaccine became available in 1963."
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I actually laughed out loud when I saw this table 🥲 @barnesandnoble.com
February 7, 2025 at 5:26 AM
I actually laughed out loud when I saw this table 🥲 @barnesandnoble.com
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You are not powerless, and he is not unstoppable. Look at, and learn from, the funding freeze and how quickly he was forced to surrender.
February 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
You are not powerless, and he is not unstoppable. Look at, and learn from, the funding freeze and how quickly he was forced to surrender.
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Majestically heartbreaking and essential, "I'm Still Here" poses the question how do you live with hope and resoluteness under an authoritarian regime? Fernanda Torres is monumental, with the interrogation scene an acting masterclass. Reminded me of my childhood in 1980s Manila under martial law.
February 9, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Majestically heartbreaking and essential, "I'm Still Here" poses the question how do you live with hope and resoluteness under an authoritarian regime? Fernanda Torres is monumental, with the interrogation scene an acting masterclass. Reminded me of my childhood in 1980s Manila under martial law.
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As Dark Age 2.0 takes hold, more of this... 👇
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate: www.cnn.com/2025/02/07/h...
"All the cases are believed to be among people who are not vaccinated against measles..."
#VaccinesWork
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate: www.cnn.com/2025/02/07/h...
"All the cases are believed to be among people who are not vaccinated against measles..."
#VaccinesWork
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate | CNN
A measles outbreak is growing in a rural area of West Texas where vaccination rates are well below the recommended level.
www.cnn.com
February 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
As Dark Age 2.0 takes hold, more of this... 👇
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate: www.cnn.com/2025/02/07/h...
"All the cases are believed to be among people who are not vaccinated against measles..."
#VaccinesWork
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate: www.cnn.com/2025/02/07/h...
"All the cases are believed to be among people who are not vaccinated against measles..."
#VaccinesWork
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Everyday something new that is stunningly regression & hateful.
CDC orders pullback of new scientific papers touching on gender, transgender, LGBTQ, etc www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
"It sounds incredible that this is compatible with the First Amendment."
CDC orders pullback of new scientific papers touching on gender, transgender, LGBTQ, etc www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
"It sounds incredible that this is compatible with the First Amendment."
US CDC orders pullback of new scientific papers involving its researchers, source says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is seeking to withdraw all papers involving its researchers that are being considered for publication by external scientific journals to allow for a review by the Trump administration, a federal official told Reuters.
www.reuters.com
February 3, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Everyday something new that is stunningly regression & hateful.
CDC orders pullback of new scientific papers touching on gender, transgender, LGBTQ, etc www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
"It sounds incredible that this is compatible with the First Amendment."
CDC orders pullback of new scientific papers touching on gender, transgender, LGBTQ, etc www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
"It sounds incredible that this is compatible with the First Amendment."
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Don’t forget your Ehoumaki (恵方巻) this year. Just face west-southwest, eat it quietly, and let your wishes come true. Simple, tasty, and a fun little tradition to try.
February 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Don’t forget your Ehoumaki (恵方巻) this year. Just face west-southwest, eat it quietly, and let your wishes come true. Simple, tasty, and a fun little tradition to try.
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Good list!
9 Food Myths to Ignore www.medscape.com/slideshow/9-...
Example myths:
- Seed oil is toxic
- Green powder can replace real food
Key: Follow a balanced, whole-food approach.❤️
9 Food Myths to Ignore www.medscape.com/slideshow/9-...
Example myths:
- Seed oil is toxic
- Green powder can replace real food
Key: Follow a balanced, whole-food approach.❤️
9 Food Myths to Ignore
While food fads come and go, the latest research points to a focus on balanced macronutrients from whole foods, rather than a restrictive, all-or-nothing approach.
www.medscape.com
February 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Good list!
9 Food Myths to Ignore www.medscape.com/slideshow/9-...
Example myths:
- Seed oil is toxic
- Green powder can replace real food
Key: Follow a balanced, whole-food approach.❤️
9 Food Myths to Ignore www.medscape.com/slideshow/9-...
Example myths:
- Seed oil is toxic
- Green powder can replace real food
Key: Follow a balanced, whole-food approach.❤️
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The USA has had two major plane crashes in the last 4 days.
The USA had previously not suffered a major plane crash for 16 years.
‘DEI’ programs have existed for decades.
So what was it that changed in the last 14 days or so to suddenly cause so many crashes?
The USA had previously not suffered a major plane crash for 16 years.
‘DEI’ programs have existed for decades.
So what was it that changed in the last 14 days or so to suddenly cause so many crashes?
February 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The USA has had two major plane crashes in the last 4 days.
The USA had previously not suffered a major plane crash for 16 years.
‘DEI’ programs have existed for decades.
So what was it that changed in the last 14 days or so to suddenly cause so many crashes?
The USA had previously not suffered a major plane crash for 16 years.
‘DEI’ programs have existed for decades.
So what was it that changed in the last 14 days or so to suddenly cause so many crashes?
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What appeared to be another suicide at a rail-road crossing in Tokyo was something much more insidious.
Not a “human accident”
open.substack.com/pub/tokyopal...
Not a “human accident”
open.substack.com/pub/tokyopal...
At the crossroads of bullying, suicide and murder
What appeared to be a suicide in the quiet neighborhood of Itabashi, Tokyo, has unraveled into a sordid tale of betrayal, brutality, bullying and finally murder
open.substack.com
January 31, 2025 at 5:20 AM
What appeared to be another suicide at a rail-road crossing in Tokyo was something much more insidious.
Not a “human accident”
open.substack.com/pub/tokyopal...
Not a “human accident”
open.substack.com/pub/tokyopal...
