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German photographer Christian Vieler created a series capturing the amusing split-second moments of dogs catching treats in mid-air. These early shots evolved into the hit photo series “Dogs Catching Treats,” which inspired the book “Treat!”
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This is an incredible and comprehensive resource for aluminum vaccine adjuvants, which I want to reiterate are not toxic and do not cause aluminum toxicity, despite what the antivaxx liars running our federal health agencies may claim
#medsky #pedsky #idsky #immunosky #episky

I collaborated with exceptionally talented people in infectious diseases to write this Special Article about aluminum salts in childhood vaccines.
We review the evidence base for key safety concerns and offer guidance for communication with caregivers.
The Role and Safety of Aluminum Adjuvants in Childhood Vaccines
Aluminum salts have been used as adjuvants in vaccines for nearly a century, enhancing the immune response to purified antigens and ensuring durable protection against serious infectious diseases. Des...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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This is the first time I’ve ever seen my cat interact with a Christmas tree and so far he just loves posing with it
December 4, 2025 at 3:42 AM
7 years working to get a green card, all down the drain
December 4, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Confirming that Trump nods off is not the spin he thinks it is
Hayes: I'll level with you here. I too am a great believer in naps. I do try to avoid them while I'm on air with you. It goes without saying that the 79 year old president is no Thomas Edison
December 4, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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I recently signed an executive order creating the Immigration Sub-Cabinet.

The first meeting was today. We’re working to promote coordination among state agencies on issues related to immigration, including data privacy and healthcare.
December 4, 2025 at 1:12 AM
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Annie Farmer, who delivered testimony that helped convict Maxwell, expressed concern that Trump's DOJ would "use orders issued by the Court as a public excuse to continue to withhold crucial information," according to a footnote of the newly public letter.
December 4, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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“The decision was made to exclude me from the filmed production of Swan Lake because I was told my brown skin would disrupt the aesthetic.” ~ Misty Copeland

When folks gripe about DEI, remind them who benefited from shutting out dancers like Copeland. That pattern runs through our whole history.
December 4, 2025 at 1:22 AM
🎁 Gift Article 🎁
December 4, 2025 at 2:34 AM
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The USG has a new explanation on why they (now admittedly) intentionally killed 2 shipwrecked men. It does not pass the laws-of-war smell test

Worse for Hegseth, NYT: "Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved contingency plans for what to do if an initial strike left survivors."

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U.S. Military’s Boat Strikes Planning Takes On New Significance
www.nytimes.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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A federal judge has blocked Trump’s attempt to defund Planned Parenthood. We will continue fighting so that Washingtonians can access essential health services like primary care, cancer screenings, and family planning. www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-re...
December 3, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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No masks, no swapped out plates, no badgeless enforcement. ICE and CBP: stop being the Gestapo.
December 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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See what stories caught our attention this week, including positive progress for mass transit in Serbia and a deposit return scheme that’s making waves.

reasonstobecheerful.world/what-were-re...
December 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Electricity prices are soaring while utilities rake in billions in profit. Here's three ideas to bring bills down:
1) Make power cheap in the middle of the day
2) Stop utility profiteering
3) Keep climate impacts off bills

My latest in @theatlantic.com.
www.theatlantic.com/science/2025...
Three Ideas for Lowering Electricity Costs
For starters, recognize that clean energy is cheap energy.
www.theatlantic.com
December 3, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Trump had some hefty bandages yesterday on the back of right hand -- the same one that is often discolored

(Chip Somodevilla/Getty)
December 3, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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The European Union unveiled plans Wednesday to independently finance Ukraine’s war effort through 2027, signaling a decisive break from U.S.-led peace negotiations as Brussels prepares to sustain Kyiv with or without Washington’s support. www.courthousenews.com/europe-chart...
Europe charts own Ukraine path as US pursues Russia peace deal
The EU unveiled a 90-billion-euro loan backed by frozen Russian assets as Trump envoys negotiate in Moscow without European input.
www.courthousenews.com
December 3, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Do this everywhere
ATTN: @democraticags.bsky.social
The Trump Admin is engaging in a campaign of terror that has left some CA communities scared to go about their lives.

CA DOJ created a portal that allows Californians to report federal agent misconduct.

Federal agents have broad authority to enforce federal laws, but they must do so lawfully.
December 3, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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🚨The Oversight Committee has received files related to Jeffrey Epstein from JP Morgan, Deutsche Bank & the U.S. Virgin Islands. Oversight Dems intend to release files to the public in the days ahead.

Mr. President, release the files, NOW.
December 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Oversight Dems are going to be Donald Trump’s worst nightmare.

His Administration may think they can get away with illegal actions, but we’re going to hold them accountable.
December 3, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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BREAKING-The IG report about Pete Hegseth’s Signal chat is out

And it’s damning

“The information Hegseth shared included the precise times..fighter pilots would attack their targets. If Houthi militants had learned those details in advance, they might have been able to shoot down American planes”
December 3, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Today, alongside 21 AGs and Pennsylvania’s Governor, I secured a preliminary injunction stopping the Trump Administration from cutting Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood and other key health centers.

Full Release: bit.ly/49TSCkv
December 3, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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I love dogs
December 2, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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"Hungary saw significant democratic ideals emerge during the 1848 Revolution, including abolishing noble privileges, establishing equality before the law, and creating a modern, representative parliament."

Sounds like a plan.

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📷 Photo by Andrey Omelyanchuk©️
December 2, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Wow
December 2, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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Beautiful
December 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM