HillCool
@hillcool.bsky.social
Cleveland baseball fan. Buckeye fan. Botanist. Lover of Kermit the frog. Cat Lady. 🟦
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Check out all these fascinating bird beaks and what they can do! Two minutes of birds, beaks and nature sounds.
#birds 🌿 🧪
#birds 🌿 🧪
Bird Beaks! Why So Many Types?
YouTube video by Get To Know Nature
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November 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Check out all these fascinating bird beaks and what they can do! Two minutes of birds, beaks and nature sounds.
#birds 🌿 🧪
#birds 🌿 🧪
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A thread looking back at beloved (and some strange) Macy's #Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons and floats.
1979 Kermit the Frog & Smokey the Bear
1979 Kermit the Frog & Smokey the Bear
November 28, 2024 at 5:19 PM
A thread looking back at beloved (and some strange) Macy's #Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons and floats.
1979 Kermit the Frog & Smokey the Bear
1979 Kermit the Frog & Smokey the Bear
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The UK hare population declined by 80% in the last century. This petition was launched by author Chloe Dalton to give hares the critical protection they need during breeding season.
Please add your name.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/72...
Please add your name.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/72...
Petition: Protect hares and their young from shooting during the breeding season
We call on the Government to stop the shooting of hares during their peak breeding season, by establishing a legally enforceable close season for hares in England and Wales, from 1st February to 30th ...
petition.parliament.uk
September 19, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The UK hare population declined by 80% in the last century. This petition was launched by author Chloe Dalton to give hares the critical protection they need during breeding season.
Please add your name.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/72...
Please add your name.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/72...
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3000 days ago (September 3, 2017), Cleveland’s Jose Ramirez goes 5-for-5 with three doubles and two home runs. Hosey is only the 13th player in history to have 5+ extra base hits in one game.
He’s quite good at baseball, Jose Ramirez.
He’s quite good at baseball, Jose Ramirez.
CLE AT DET - September 03, 2017
YouTube video by MLB
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November 21, 2025 at 1:40 AM
3000 days ago (September 3, 2017), Cleveland’s Jose Ramirez goes 5-for-5 with three doubles and two home runs. Hosey is only the 13th player in history to have 5+ extra base hits in one game.
He’s quite good at baseball, Jose Ramirez.
He’s quite good at baseball, Jose Ramirez.
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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting agreed Monday to fulfill a $35.9 million, multi-year contract with NPR that it had yanked after pressure from the Trump White House.
CPB agrees to revive a $36 million deal with NPR killed after Trump's pressure
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting agreed Monday to fulfill a $35.9 million, multi-year contract with NPR that it had yanked after pressure from the Trump White House.
n.pr
November 18, 2025 at 12:29 AM
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting agreed Monday to fulfill a $35.9 million, multi-year contract with NPR that it had yanked after pressure from the Trump White House.
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Grammarian and Errorist are at it again! 🖊️
November 18, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Grammarian and Errorist are at it again! 🖊️
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As we all watch Ken Burn’s American Revolution on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) this evening, remember that federal funding for this public programming has been cut by a president who aspires to be like the king patriots separated from nearly 250 years ago.
November 17, 2025 at 3:34 AM
As we all watch Ken Burn’s American Revolution on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) this evening, remember that federal funding for this public programming has been cut by a president who aspires to be like the king patriots separated from nearly 250 years ago.
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At 89 years old, Script Ohio not only remains one of the greatest traditions in college football, but also serves as a signature for Ohio State University and the entire state.
November 16, 2025 at 12:15 AM
At 89 years old, Script Ohio not only remains one of the greatest traditions in college football, but also serves as a signature for Ohio State University and the entire state.
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Service is the truest measure of patriotism. On Veterans Day, we honor all who have taken the oath and worn the uniform - and our nation recommits to keeping its promises to every veteran who served our country.
November 11, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Service is the truest measure of patriotism. On Veterans Day, we honor all who have taken the oath and worn the uniform - and our nation recommits to keeping its promises to every veteran who served our country.
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BREAKING: The Supreme Court rejects a call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court has rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:41 PM
BREAKING: The Supreme Court rejects a call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.
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Many thanks to @civilwarmonitor.bsky.social for allowing me the space to share some thoughts on the current state, and possible future, of public history.
www.civilwarmonitor.com/the-future-o...
www.civilwarmonitor.com/the-future-o...
The Future of Public History
Rich Condon ponders the future of public history in today's environment of division and anti-intellectualism.
www.civilwarmonitor.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Many thanks to @civilwarmonitor.bsky.social for allowing me the space to share some thoughts on the current state, and possible future, of public history.
www.civilwarmonitor.com/the-future-o...
www.civilwarmonitor.com/the-future-o...
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Federal employees are receiving renewed furlough notices, and this time, there’s no guarantee of back pay in them. Sr. Correspondent Eric Katz explains it all here: buff.ly/Ildewii #FederalEmployees #Furlough #BackPay #shutdown
Employees are receiving renewed furlough notices as shutdown enters second month, this time without back pay guarantees
The shutdown is heading into November, sparking new, altered furlough notices to 650,000 employees.
www.govexec.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Federal employees are receiving renewed furlough notices, and this time, there’s no guarantee of back pay in them. Sr. Correspondent Eric Katz explains it all here: buff.ly/Ildewii #FederalEmployees #Furlough #BackPay #shutdown
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The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings. n.pr/4ntG3PR
White House fires entire commission that reviews designs for federal buildings
The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings.
n.pr
October 29, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings. n.pr/4ntG3PR
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National Cat Day? That's everyday in our home. A good way to celebrate is to adopt a new best friend. Hint. Hint.
Sending you lots of love from our crew.
Jinx, Penny, Pippa, Butters.
Sending you lots of love from our crew.
Jinx, Penny, Pippa, Butters.
October 29, 2025 at 1:44 PM
National Cat Day? That's everyday in our home. A good way to celebrate is to adopt a new best friend. Hint. Hint.
Sending you lots of love from our crew.
Jinx, Penny, Pippa, Butters.
Sending you lots of love from our crew.
Jinx, Penny, Pippa, Butters.
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OTD 1955: Larry Doby was traded to the White Sox after eight great seasons in Cleveland. Later Doby would become the 2nd Black MLB manager when the White Sox hire him in 1978. Also? Doby debuted with Cleveland vs the White Sox in 1947. Designate July 5 as Larry Doby Day @mlb.
October 25, 2025 at 11:49 AM
OTD 1955: Larry Doby was traded to the White Sox after eight great seasons in Cleveland. Later Doby would become the 2nd Black MLB manager when the White Sox hire him in 1978. Also? Doby debuted with Cleveland vs the White Sox in 1947. Designate July 5 as Larry Doby Day @mlb.
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Autumn leaf analysis by Janet Davis.
Nothing is wasted, the tree absorbs the sugary nutrients before it drops its leaves. Then the fallen leaves become habitat and over-wintering locations for moths, butterflies, & other critters. By spring, most leaves become part of the soil. Nature is amazing!
Nothing is wasted, the tree absorbs the sugary nutrients before it drops its leaves. Then the fallen leaves become habitat and over-wintering locations for moths, butterflies, & other critters. By spring, most leaves become part of the soil. Nature is amazing!
October 21, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Autumn leaf analysis by Janet Davis.
Nothing is wasted, the tree absorbs the sugary nutrients before it drops its leaves. Then the fallen leaves become habitat and over-wintering locations for moths, butterflies, & other critters. By spring, most leaves become part of the soil. Nature is amazing!
Nothing is wasted, the tree absorbs the sugary nutrients before it drops its leaves. Then the fallen leaves become habitat and over-wintering locations for moths, butterflies, & other critters. By spring, most leaves become part of the soil. Nature is amazing!
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A federal judge on Wednesday blocked the Trump administration from implementing any new or existing layoffs in relation to the shutdown, saying the cuts were likely illegal. buff.ly/kOQysWW
Judge blocks shutdown layoffs after finding Trump's actions are likely illegal
The Trump administration is leveraging the shutdown to declare "the laws don't apply to them anymore," judge says, adding, "they can't do that."
www.govexec.com
October 15, 2025 at 7:24 PM
A federal judge on Wednesday blocked the Trump administration from implementing any new or existing layoffs in relation to the shutdown, saying the cuts were likely illegal. buff.ly/kOQysWW
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The Cost of Cutting Anthropology Out of U.S. National Parks
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The Cost of Cutting Anthropology Out of U.S. National Parks
A former National Park Service anthropologist reflects on the vital role of cultural anthropology to the agency’s mission.
www.sapiens.org
October 16, 2025 at 12:45 AM
The Cost of Cutting Anthropology Out of U.S. National Parks
www.sapiens.org/culture/nati...
www.sapiens.org/culture/nati...
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U.S. District Judge Susan Illston said the layoffs have brought a human cost that cannot be tolerated.
Judge pauses shutdown layoffs at more than 30 federal agencies
In a hearing on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston said the layoffs have brought a human cost that cannot be tolerated.
n.pr
October 15, 2025 at 7:08 PM
U.S. District Judge Susan Illston said the layoffs have brought a human cost that cannot be tolerated.
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See the full results below:
Protein Powders and Shakes Contain High Levels of Lead - Consumer Reports
CR tests of 23 popular protein powders and shakes found that most contain high levels of lead.
www.consumerreports.org
October 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM
See the full results below:
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Here are the Top 5 Dogs of the week!
October 10, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Here are the Top 5 Dogs of the week!
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I recently sat down with three leaders who are part of the @obamafoundation.bsky.social's alumni network to hear more about their work to strengthen democracy in Hungary and Poland. They’re an example for us all. Take a look:
October 11, 2025 at 1:06 PM
I recently sat down with three leaders who are part of the @obamafoundation.bsky.social's alumni network to hear more about their work to strengthen democracy in Hungary and Poland. They’re an example for us all. Take a look:
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After months of layoffs and funding cuts by the Trump administration, the government shutdown has given some federal employees hope that their voices are finally being heard.
Shut down but not silenced: Federal workers find their voice
After months of layoffs and funding cuts by the Trump administration, the government shutdown has given some federal employees hope that their voices are finally being heard.
n.pr
October 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
After months of layoffs and funding cuts by the Trump administration, the government shutdown has given some federal employees hope that their voices are finally being heard.
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Believe it or not, Cuyahoga Valley National Park haters are real. clevelanddotcom's John Pana unpack the park's worst reviews so you don’t have to.
Video: John Pana, clevelanddotcom
Video: John Pana, clevelanddotcom
October 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Believe it or not, Cuyahoga Valley National Park haters are real. clevelanddotcom's John Pana unpack the park's worst reviews so you don’t have to.
Video: John Pana, clevelanddotcom
Video: John Pana, clevelanddotcom
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The Trump administration initially said furloughed federal workers weren’t guaranteed back pay. Within a day, it sent notices affirming that the 2019 law requires payment. Here's what happened: buff.ly/PmJyhK1 #FederalEmployees #Backpay #Shutdown
On Tuesday, the Trump admin said furloughed feds were not guaranteed back pay. On Wednesday, it sent notices saying they were
Just one day after taking a different argument, the Trump administration notes federal law guarantees back pay for employees sent home during a shutdown.
www.govexec.com
October 8, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The Trump administration initially said furloughed federal workers weren’t guaranteed back pay. Within a day, it sent notices affirming that the 2019 law requires payment. Here's what happened: buff.ly/PmJyhK1 #FederalEmployees #Backpay #Shutdown