🍃LaurelLeaves🌿
@kaooavopakatapa.bsky.social
Voted Harris
Love my Catahoula
Can't stop watching Resident Alien
🤓inter/nat'l news
#RESIST #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦
➡️𝐈 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐢𝐝, 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰/𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬, 𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝟎 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬
Love my Catahoula
Can't stop watching Resident Alien
🤓inter/nat'l news
#RESIST #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦
➡️𝐈 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐢𝐝, 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰/𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬, 𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝟎 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬
Pinned
“Some went among women who were alone,
teaching them to join together,
for there is hope in two women,
help in three women,
strength in four,
joy in five,
power in six
and against seven,
no gate may stand.”
–Sherri Tepper
Gibbon’s Decline & Fall
teaching them to join together,
for there is hope in two women,
help in three women,
strength in four,
joy in five,
power in six
and against seven,
no gate may stand.”
–Sherri Tepper
Gibbon’s Decline & Fall
"Moo?"
"No, baa. That's a sheep."
"No, moo!"
"Baa"
"Moo! Cow!!"
"Baa! Sheep!"
"Moo-moo-moo-moo!!"
And what kind of academically valuable conversations do you have over dinner?
"No, baa. That's a sheep."
"No, moo!"
"Baa"
"Moo! Cow!!"
"Baa! Sheep!"
"Moo-moo-moo-moo!!"
And what kind of academically valuable conversations do you have over dinner?
"Muh?"
"Nein, Mäh. Das ist ein Schaf."
"Nei, Muh!"
"Mäh"
"MUH! Kuh!!"
"Mäh! Schaf!"
"MUHMUHMUHMUHMUH!!"
Und welche akademisch wertvollen Gespräche führt ihr so beim gemeinsamen Abendessen?
"Nein, Mäh. Das ist ein Schaf."
"Nei, Muh!"
"Mäh"
"MUH! Kuh!!"
"Mäh! Schaf!"
"MUHMUHMUHMUHMUH!!"
Und welche akademisch wertvollen Gespräche führt ihr so beim gemeinsamen Abendessen?
November 26, 2025 at 6:17 PM
"Moo?"
"No, baa. That's a sheep."
"No, moo!"
"Baa"
"Moo! Cow!!"
"Baa! Sheep!"
"Moo-moo-moo-moo!!"
And what kind of academically valuable conversations do you have over dinner?
"No, baa. That's a sheep."
"No, moo!"
"Baa"
"Moo! Cow!!"
"Baa! Sheep!"
"Moo-moo-moo-moo!!"
And what kind of academically valuable conversations do you have over dinner?
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A 13-year search for one of the world's rarest flowers in Indonesia ends in a 'magical experience'
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
Researcher cries after finding rare flower in Indonesia
A team of researchers describe the "magical" experience of finding a rare species of flower in bloom deep in the Sumatran rainforest after a 23-hour trek.
www.abc.net.au
November 26, 2025 at 12:13 AM
A 13-year search for one of the world's rarest flowers in Indonesia ends in a 'magical experience'
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
US District Judge James E. Boasberg
Rep. Eric Swalwell's lawsuit against Bil PULTE has been assigned to ... Judge Boasberg.
November 26, 2025 at 5:34 PM
US District Judge James E. Boasberg
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GOOD NEWS! Researchers have developed a heteromultivalent nanogel capable of killing some of the most dangerous bacteria known to medicine- with over 99.9% effectiveness against P. aeruginosa. It also showed strong antibacterial effects against other major threats, including E. coli and MRSA.
November 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
GOOD NEWS! Researchers have developed a heteromultivalent nanogel capable of killing some of the most dangerous bacteria known to medicine- with over 99.9% effectiveness against P. aeruginosa. It also showed strong antibacterial effects against other major threats, including E. coli and MRSA.
165°
Reminder: Salmonella — even the most dangerous strains — perishes at 165 degrees Fahrenheit, and a meat thermometer is the only surefire way to tell if your turkey has reached that temperature.
🦃 Stay safe this Thanksgiving:
🦃 Stay safe this Thanksgiving:
Protect Yourself From Salmonella Over the Holidays
Because talking politics with your family is the only thing that should ruin your festivities.
www.propublica.org
November 26, 2025 at 4:39 PM
165°
Slava Ukraini
But also? from 123 countries?
But also? from 123 countries?
⚡ In the first nine months of 2025, Ukraine’s Armed Forces captured five times more foreign fighters than in all of 2023, Ukrainian intelligence told CNN.
Ukraine has identified over 18,000 foreigners from 128 countries fighting for Russia, not counting North Korean troops.
Ukraine has identified over 18,000 foreigners from 128 countries fighting for Russia, not counting North Korean troops.
November 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Slava Ukraini
But also? from 123 countries?
But also? from 123 countries?
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This is the wild west.
Not free speech.
100% agree with the French President Emmanuel Macron.
Not free speech.
100% agree with the French President Emmanuel Macron.
November 26, 2025 at 12:18 PM
This is the wild west.
Not free speech.
100% agree with the French President Emmanuel Macron.
Not free speech.
100% agree with the French President Emmanuel Macron.
To combat bird flu spread, other countries have authorized poultry vaccines. The U.S. hasn’t, amid political and economic pushback.
Without a vaccine, experts say the virus poses an escalating threat: “The minute it transmits to humans, it’s done.”
By @natlash.bsky.social
Without a vaccine, experts say the virus poses an escalating threat: “The minute it transmits to humans, it’s done.”
By @natlash.bsky.social
What the U.S. Government Is Dismissing That Could Seed a Bird Flu Pandemic
Egg producers suspect bird flu is traveling through the air. After a disastrous Midwestern outbreak early this year, we tested that theory and found that where the wind blew, the virus followed. Vacci...
www.propublica.org
November 26, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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The National Park Service says that it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites.
National parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists
The fee change will affect 11 national parks, including Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the Interior Department.
nbcnews.to
November 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The National Park Service says that it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites.
NEW: A Harvard study found that the children of women who contracted COVID-19 while pregnant may be at an increased risk for autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses, raising new concerns about the CDC’s decision to stop recommending the vaccine to pregnant women.
Amid Confusing CDC Guidance About Vaccines, Study Highlights New Risk of COVID-19 During Pregnancy
A Harvard study found that the children of women who contracted COVID-19 while pregnant may be at an increased risk for autism and other diagnoses, raising new concerns about the CDC’s decision to stop recommending the vaccine to pregnant women.
www.propublica.org
November 26, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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Like so many members of our military, serving this country changed my life. The Navy gave me opportunities I wouldn't dream of and taught me lessons I'll never forget. I'm grateful for everything our nation has given me, and I'll always do everything I can to give back to it.
November 26, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Like so many members of our military, serving this country changed my life. The Navy gave me opportunities I wouldn't dream of and taught me lessons I'll never forget. I'm grateful for everything our nation has given me, and I'll always do everything I can to give back to it.
Digital meat thermometer
Color-coded cutting boards
Sharp knives
Sturdy roasting pans
Cooking timer
Ruler
Color-coded cutting boards
Sharp knives
Sturdy roasting pans
Cooking timer
Ruler
Food safety experts say that six crucial kitchen tools are the key to a safe and savory Thanksgiving dinner.
These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner
Food safety experts say that six crucial kitchen tools are the key to a safe and savory Thanksgiving dinner.
bit.ly
November 26, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Digital meat thermometer
Color-coded cutting boards
Sharp knives
Sturdy roasting pans
Cooking timer
Ruler
Color-coded cutting boards
Sharp knives
Sturdy roasting pans
Cooking timer
Ruler
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Tests of ByHeart infant formula tied to a botulism outbreak that has sickened dozens of babies showed that all of the company’s products may have been contaminated. https://to.pbs.org/4p15cmD
All lots of ByHeart baby formula may be contaminated with botulism bacteria, tests show
The makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.
www.pbs.org
November 25, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Tests of ByHeart infant formula tied to a botulism outbreak that has sickened dozens of babies showed that all of the company’s products may have been contaminated. https://to.pbs.org/4p15cmD
Reposted by 🍃LaurelLeaves🌿
The makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.
ByHeart baby formula from all lots may be contaminated with botulism bacteria, tests show
The makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.
bit.ly
November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.
Spring Tx
November 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Spring Tx
Spring TX
The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes in northwest Harris County from Monday’s storms: one in Riata Ranch and another in the Klein area. Both produced significant damage but, thankfully, no injuries were reported.
November 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Spring TX
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Denmark 🇩🇰 Signs Contract for CV90, Potentially Freeing Older Models for Ukraine
⚓️ I hope history books reflect that one mid sized and not particularly wealthy country 🇺🇦 fought the fifth largest army in the world with equipment from a NATO garage sale and things they built in their garage.
⚓️ I hope history books reflect that one mid sized and not particularly wealthy country 🇺🇦 fought the fifth largest army in the world with equipment from a NATO garage sale and things they built in their garage.
Denmark Signs Contract for Additional CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles, Potentially Freeing Older Models for Ukraine - Militarnyi
BAE Systems отримала контракт від Данської організації з питань закупівель та логістики (DALO) на постачання 44 додаткових БМП CV90 Mk.III
militarnyi.com
November 23, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Denmark 🇩🇰 Signs Contract for CV90, Potentially Freeing Older Models for Ukraine
⚓️ I hope history books reflect that one mid sized and not particularly wealthy country 🇺🇦 fought the fifth largest army in the world with equipment from a NATO garage sale and things they built in their garage.
⚓️ I hope history books reflect that one mid sized and not particularly wealthy country 🇺🇦 fought the fifth largest army in the world with equipment from a NATO garage sale and things they built in their garage.
Oh FFS.
The nation’s DOGE headache is refusing to go away.
DOGE Back From Dead With Pledge to Continue Reign of Terror
The nation’s DOGE headache is refusing to go away.
trib.al
November 25, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Oh FFS.
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NEW: AI “recipe slop” is overrunning search and social. Food creators say Google’s AI Overviews and glossy fake food pics are drowning out real, tested recipes — collapsing traffic and setting home cooks up for disaster, especially this Thanksgiving.
Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
AI Slop Recipes Are Taking Over the Internet -- And Thanksgiving Dinner
Food bloggers see traffic dip as home cooks turn to AI, inspired by impossible pictures
www.bloomberg.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:16 PM
NEW: AI “recipe slop” is overrunning search and social. Food creators say Google’s AI Overviews and glossy fake food pics are drowning out real, tested recipes — collapsing traffic and setting home cooks up for disaster, especially this Thanksgiving.
Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
I call bullshit.
When is the White House going to wake up and figure out they are being played by Putin. It will be Putins way or no way. My call is you just back Ukraine and stop screwing around. www.cnn.com/world/live-n...
Ukraine agrees to peace proposal according to US official - live updates | CNN
Ukraine has agreed to a deal to end the war with Russia with only “minor details” outstanding, a US official said. Follow for live updates
www.cnn.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:44 PM
I call bullshit.
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New AI fraud bill will seek to criminalize deepfakes of federal officials
The proposed legislation will seek to expand penalties and definitions for fraud to account for the new role of AI.
www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-ne...
The proposed legislation will seek to expand penalties and definitions for fraud to account for the new role of AI.
www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-ne...
New AI fraud bill will seek to criminalize deepfakes of federal officials
The proposed legislation will seek to expand penalties and definitions for fraud to account for the new role of AI.
www.nbcnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM
New AI fraud bill will seek to criminalize deepfakes of federal officials
The proposed legislation will seek to expand penalties and definitions for fraud to account for the new role of AI.
www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-ne...
The proposed legislation will seek to expand penalties and definitions for fraud to account for the new role of AI.
www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-ne...
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Per multiple sources:
Two hours after ruling that Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed to her post as US Atty in Virginia, prosecutors in the office were notified to put name of an assistant U.S. Atty atop cases
At 430p, instruction was reversed. They were told to resume using Halligan’s name
Two hours after ruling that Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed to her post as US Atty in Virginia, prosecutors in the office were notified to put name of an assistant U.S. Atty atop cases
At 430p, instruction was reversed. They were told to resume using Halligan’s name
November 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Per multiple sources:
Two hours after ruling that Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed to her post as US Atty in Virginia, prosecutors in the office were notified to put name of an assistant U.S. Atty atop cases
At 430p, instruction was reversed. They were told to resume using Halligan’s name
Two hours after ruling that Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed to her post as US Atty in Virginia, prosecutors in the office were notified to put name of an assistant U.S. Atty atop cases
At 430p, instruction was reversed. They were told to resume using Halligan’s name
Mother Earth is unhappy.
A long-dormant volcano erupts in northern Ethiopia, sending ash plumes across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman.
First recorded eruption of Ethiopian volcano sends ash plumes across Red Sea
Local administrator Mohammed Seid said there was no previous record of an eruption by the Hayli Gubbi volcano, and that he fears for the livelihoods of residents.
nbcnews.to
November 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Mother Earth is unhappy.
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Just remembering that time Sarah Palin's PAC put crosshairs over areas they wanted to win, and made the unsubtle visual and statement of taking out political opponents, which then shortly led to Gabby Giffords being shot in the head during a shooting.
Republicans have always been terrorists.
Republicans have always been terrorists.
November 25, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Just remembering that time Sarah Palin's PAC put crosshairs over areas they wanted to win, and made the unsubtle visual and statement of taking out political opponents, which then shortly led to Gabby Giffords being shot in the head during a shooting.
Republicans have always been terrorists.
Republicans have always been terrorists.
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There's simply no comparison, Mark Kelly is a squeaky clean American hero, an exceptional human, as is Gabby, and their perseverance through her attempted assassination is admirable. They are no strangers to threats from the right. Hegseth is a washed up drunk with a sketchy military history.
November 25, 2025 at 3:28 PM
There's simply no comparison, Mark Kelly is a squeaky clean American hero, an exceptional human, as is Gabby, and their perseverance through her attempted assassination is admirable. They are no strangers to threats from the right. Hegseth is a washed up drunk with a sketchy military history.