iris chin
@irischin.bsky.social
Data Scientist in HealthTech. Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Body Horror Fan. Occasional Sewist. Perpetual Cat Enthusiast.
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i really think i saw this on here long ago and now i cant find it and so maybe i made it up but anyway here it is
November 16, 2025 at 10:46 PM
i really think i saw this on here long ago and now i cant find it and so maybe i made it up but anyway here it is
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happy 50th to a queen
The children’s picture book, “Strega Nona, An OldTale,” celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Author and illustrator Tomie dePaola penned the book about the Italian “grandmother witch.” (via @mprnews.org)
Strega Nona turns 50 — and her art lives in Minneapolis
The University of Minnesota’s Kerlan Collection is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Tomie dePaola’s beloved picture book “Strega Nona,” showcasing the original illustrations and highlighting Minnesota’s unique role in preserving the warmth, artistry and enduring cultural impact of this classic story.
n.pr
November 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
happy 50th to a queen
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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
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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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All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court. https://to.pbs.org/4oRlpKx
Pennsylvania reelects Supreme Court justices, maintaining Democratic majority
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highe...
www.pbs.org
November 5, 2025 at 4:04 AM
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court. https://to.pbs.org/4oRlpKx
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A Kimono decorated with skeletons, from Japan, 1840-1860 CE,
now housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
now housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
October 30, 2025 at 6:56 PM
A Kimono decorated with skeletons, from Japan, 1840-1860 CE,
now housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
now housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
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Python was awarded a funding grant, funding grant asked Python foundation to remove all diversity and inclusion initiatives they have.
Python foundation said no and rejected the grant.
If you use Python, send a few dollars to the charity to keep it going. I’m pushing a dono on behalf of ScamGuard.
Python foundation said no and rejected the grant.
If you use Python, send a few dollars to the charity to keep it going. I’m pushing a dono on behalf of ScamGuard.
Please read our statement, share it with your networks, and support us if you can. www.python.org/sponsors/app... psfmember.org/civicrm/cont...
October 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Python was awarded a funding grant, funding grant asked Python foundation to remove all diversity and inclusion initiatives they have.
Python foundation said no and rejected the grant.
If you use Python, send a few dollars to the charity to keep it going. I’m pushing a dono on behalf of ScamGuard.
Python foundation said no and rejected the grant.
If you use Python, send a few dollars to the charity to keep it going. I’m pushing a dono on behalf of ScamGuard.
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It’s time for a pie. You should get a pie.
October 24, 2025 at 5:22 PM
It’s time for a pie. You should get a pie.
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hyrax crying on the bed after comparing themselves to other people on the internet
October 16, 2025 at 12:13 AM
hyrax crying on the bed after comparing themselves to other people on the internet
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Kani Bucho, an office boss with an entire crab for a head, is the mascot for Yokobiki, a company that makes metal roller shutters for store windows.
October 12, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Kani Bucho, an office boss with an entire crab for a head, is the mascot for Yokobiki, a company that makes metal roller shutters for store windows.
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Discovered there is a cat park in Philly! How did I not know this existed? 😹😹😹
October 9, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Discovered there is a cat park in Philly! How did I not know this existed? 😹😹😹
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Karen refugees, a persecuted population from Myanmar, have been living in Philly for over a decade. Unfortunately, many of us don’t know they’re here. A new association is hoping to give them the support they need.
billypenn.com/2025/10/07/k...
billypenn.com/2025/10/07/k...
Long overlooked, a niche refugee population in Philadelphia is finally getting organized support
The Karen Community Association of Philadelphia is dedicated to helping Karen people — a refugee population from Myanmar — with specialized social service needs that larger organizations can’t provide...
billypenn.com
October 7, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Karen refugees, a persecuted population from Myanmar, have been living in Philly for over a decade. Unfortunately, many of us don’t know they’re here. A new association is hoping to give them the support they need.
billypenn.com/2025/10/07/k...
billypenn.com/2025/10/07/k...
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To commemorate 10 years since HitchBOT's tragic Philly visit, Elfreth's Alley Museum is hosting a First Friday free event this week. There's hope the celebration can be turned into an annual festival.
HitchBOT celebrated, 10 years after its demise in Philly
To commemorate the friendly robot’s tragic Philly visit, Elfreth's Alley Museum is hosting a First Friday free event this week.
billypenn.com
October 2, 2025 at 6:02 PM
To commemorate 10 years since HitchBOT's tragic Philly visit, Elfreth's Alley Museum is hosting a First Friday free event this week. There's hope the celebration can be turned into an annual festival.
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Our red panda kits have names! ❤️ Introducing Katara (left) and Sokka (right) Inspired by the iconic brother–sister duo from Avatar: The Last Airbender!
These tiny siblings are already showing big personalities, and we can’t wait to share more of their journey as they grow.
These tiny siblings are already showing big personalities, and we can’t wait to share more of their journey as they grow.
September 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Our red panda kits have names! ❤️ Introducing Katara (left) and Sokka (right) Inspired by the iconic brother–sister duo from Avatar: The Last Airbender!
These tiny siblings are already showing big personalities, and we can’t wait to share more of their journey as they grow.
These tiny siblings are already showing big personalities, and we can’t wait to share more of their journey as they grow.
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the dog is very scared
September 24, 2025 at 3:19 AM
the dog is very scared
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it's so funny to see America's health insurance companies be like "look. If there's one thing we love it's denying you care. but we ran the numbers - and we cannot BELIEVE we're saying this - and it's cheaper for us to just pay for the vaccines than deal with you going to the ER."
Regardless of the disgraceful nonsense we will likely hear from this administration in the coming days on vaccine “recommendations,” Americas healthcare insurers issued a joint statement tonight saying coverage for Covid and flu shots will remain unchanged from prior years.
Speaks for itself.
Speaks for itself.
September 17, 2025 at 3:03 AM
it's so funny to see America's health insurance companies be like "look. If there's one thing we love it's denying you care. but we ran the numbers - and we cannot BELIEVE we're saying this - and it's cheaper for us to just pay for the vaccines than deal with you going to the ER."
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A bit of silliness from 2021.
Kong's first line is taken directly from the 2007 BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford.
Kong's first line is taken directly from the 2007 BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford.
September 17, 2025 at 12:49 AM
A bit of silliness from 2021.
Kong's first line is taken directly from the 2007 BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford.
Kong's first line is taken directly from the 2007 BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford.
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Tsunenomoro, who has jute leaves (a locally-grown vegetable) around his neck, is the mascot for the town of Osato in Miyagi Prefecture. He’s based on legendary local samurai Hasekura Tsunenaga, a catholic with a moustache.
September 16, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Tsunenomoro, who has jute leaves (a locally-grown vegetable) around his neck, is the mascot for the town of Osato in Miyagi Prefecture. He’s based on legendary local samurai Hasekura Tsunenaga, a catholic with a moustache.