Lori Alpert
@lnalpert.bsky.social
Reader of mostly genre fiction, sometime crocheter, likes history and musical theater (she/her)
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Great article by @drjudystone.bsky.social about the impact cuts to government agencies are having on global health.
It was also noted that some international scientists refused to attend this conference because of ICE and racial profiling.
I am so deeply ashamed of our government.
It was also noted that some international scientists refused to attend this conference because of ICE and racial profiling.
I am so deeply ashamed of our government.
Reminders Of What Our Losses From CDC And USAID Mean
With the loss of USAID and much of CDC, our ability to respond to pandemics is at risk. Global health issues are a growing threat.
www.forbes.com
November 23, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Great article by @drjudystone.bsky.social about the impact cuts to government agencies are having on global health.
It was also noted that some international scientists refused to attend this conference because of ICE and racial profiling.
I am so deeply ashamed of our government.
It was also noted that some international scientists refused to attend this conference because of ICE and racial profiling.
I am so deeply ashamed of our government.
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Socialism is what they called public power.
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
November 21, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Socialism is what they called public power.
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
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I don’t know who needs to hear this, but a day spent reading Agatha Christie in a Scottish Highlands Cottage in front of a crackling fireplace whilst indulging in a plate of emotional support scones will indeed fix you.
Anyone who tells you otherwise is not worthy of your friendship.
Anyone who tells you otherwise is not worthy of your friendship.
November 23, 2025 at 5:14 PM
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but a day spent reading Agatha Christie in a Scottish Highlands Cottage in front of a crackling fireplace whilst indulging in a plate of emotional support scones will indeed fix you.
Anyone who tells you otherwise is not worthy of your friendship.
Anyone who tells you otherwise is not worthy of your friendship.
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Study: Adult vaccinations, particularly against shingles, influenza, pneumococcus and Tdap (tetanus, diptheria, pertussis), are associated with a lower risk of dementia. The COVID-19 vaccine very new. It will be interesting to see if it's protective, too.
academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...
academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...
Association between vaccinations and risk of dementia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
AbstractImportance. Dementia is a highly prevalent issue in older people. Whilst the prevention of dementia is a public health priority, the role of vaccin
academic.oup.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Study: Adult vaccinations, particularly against shingles, influenza, pneumococcus and Tdap (tetanus, diptheria, pertussis), are associated with a lower risk of dementia. The COVID-19 vaccine very new. It will be interesting to see if it's protective, too.
academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...
academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...
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Dawnita Brown left her job to become a caregiver for her parents. Brown says it's a gift to care for her parents, but it can also be difficult. That's why respite is an important part of her life.
She cares for her aging parents full time. That requires taking care of herself, too
Dawnita Brown left her job to become a caregiver for her parents. Brown says it's a gift to care for her parents, but it can also be difficult. That's why respite is an important part of her life.
n.pr
November 23, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Dawnita Brown left her job to become a caregiver for her parents. Brown says it's a gift to care for her parents, but it can also be difficult. That's why respite is an important part of her life.
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🎇 This event is happening later today, if you'd like to join us! 🎇
Join me and @oliviawrites.bsky.social and our excellent moderator @authoremmabarry.bsky.social for a virtual book celebration, 11/22 at 1pm Central. The event is free, but you'll need to register with Love's Sweet Arrow:
shop.lovessweetarrow.com/oliviaandmindy
shop.lovessweetarrow.com/oliviaandmindy
November 22, 2025 at 12:26 PM
🎇 This event is happening later today, if you'd like to join us! 🎇
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A dead body.
A cryptic note.
Two women searching for answers in a world they dare to occupy.
#BookSky
#AMurderousBusiness
#ResistTheHeteropatriarchy
bit.ly/AMurderousBu...
@minotaurbooks.bsky.social
A cryptic note.
Two women searching for answers in a world they dare to occupy.
#BookSky
#AMurderousBusiness
#ResistTheHeteropatriarchy
bit.ly/AMurderousBu...
@minotaurbooks.bsky.social
A Murderous Business 9781250356482 - Macmillan
A sharp, captivating historical mystery about two queer women in turn-of-the-century New York, for fans of Lavender House and A Most Agreeable Murde...
bit.ly
November 21, 2025 at 10:33 PM
A dead body.
A cryptic note.
Two women searching for answers in a world they dare to occupy.
#BookSky
#AMurderousBusiness
#ResistTheHeteropatriarchy
bit.ly/AMurderousBu...
@minotaurbooks.bsky.social
A cryptic note.
Two women searching for answers in a world they dare to occupy.
#BookSky
#AMurderousBusiness
#ResistTheHeteropatriarchy
bit.ly/AMurderousBu...
@minotaurbooks.bsky.social
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I bought this book to help our grandbug navigate his food aversions. Recommended if you have a “picky eater.” It is a very positive and affirming approach.
I’m an Autistic classically trained chef and I wrote a food aversion acceptance cookbook and guide titled COLOR TASTE TEXTURE, that’s all about finding out what works for specific sensory needs and how to customize food for them. It’s useful for all ages, no cooking experience necessary.
Color Taste Texture by Matthew Broberg-Moffitt: 9780593538593 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
An accessible family cookbook that offers solutions rather than tricks to empower the food-averse, autistic, and picky eater, with 46 recipes. This much-needed cookbook combines tips and techniques.....
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
I bought this book to help our grandbug navigate his food aversions. Recommended if you have a “picky eater.” It is a very positive and affirming approach.
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In honor of Larry Summers, I asked the female members of my college class (1987) to say if they had any experiences with sexual harassment by teachers/professors, back when this was tolerated as, I dunno, the cost of attending college, and OH MY GOD.
November 21, 2025 at 12:13 AM
In honor of Larry Summers, I asked the female members of my college class (1987) to say if they had any experiences with sexual harassment by teachers/professors, back when this was tolerated as, I dunno, the cost of attending college, and OH MY GOD.
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a world without trans people has never existed and never will
April 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
a world without trans people has never existed and never will
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I think my big problem is that I’m not very productive during my bedtime routine and that bedtime routine is 17 hours long
November 20, 2025 at 3:56 PM
I think my big problem is that I’m not very productive during my bedtime routine and that bedtime routine is 17 hours long
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If we could figure out a way to block somebody online by angrily hanging up an analogue phone that would be ideal I think
November 20, 2025 at 4:59 PM
If we could figure out a way to block somebody online by angrily hanging up an analogue phone that would be ideal I think
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I'm so delighted that this book is out in the world! Mindy is one of my favorite writers, bar none, and depicts complex relationships among women with such tenderness and care and rueful humor. Also, you know I love cinnamon roll heroes, and this story's offering is especially sweet. 😍
THE GLOWING LIFE OF LEEANN WU is out now! I hope you enjoy my novel about a magical midlife midwife dealing with generational trauma while discovering her true power.
Available in print, ebook, and audio. Info and buy links here: rubylangwrites.com/the-glowing-...
Available in print, ebook, and audio. Info and buy links here: rubylangwrites.com/the-glowing-...
November 20, 2025 at 1:42 PM
I'm so delighted that this book is out in the world! Mindy is one of my favorite writers, bar none, and depicts complex relationships among women with such tenderness and care and rueful humor. Also, you know I love cinnamon roll heroes, and this story's offering is especially sweet. 😍
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Amazon Greenlights A New Stargate Series
www.gateworld.net/news/2025/11...
FIRST ON GATEWORLD: A new #Stargate series is now in pre-production for Prime Video, with veteran writer and producer Martin Gero at the helm. @primevideo.bsky.social
www.gateworld.net/news/2025/11...
FIRST ON GATEWORLD: A new #Stargate series is now in pre-production for Prime Video, with veteran writer and producer Martin Gero at the helm. @primevideo.bsky.social
Amazon Greenlights A New Stargate Series » GateWorld
FIRST ON GATEWORLD: A new Stargate series is now in pre-production for Prime Video, with veteran writer and producer Martin Gero at the helm.
www.gateworld.net
November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Amazon Greenlights A New Stargate Series
www.gateworld.net/news/2025/11...
FIRST ON GATEWORLD: A new #Stargate series is now in pre-production for Prime Video, with veteran writer and producer Martin Gero at the helm. @primevideo.bsky.social
www.gateworld.net/news/2025/11...
FIRST ON GATEWORLD: A new #Stargate series is now in pre-production for Prime Video, with veteran writer and producer Martin Gero at the helm. @primevideo.bsky.social
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just learned we won an award for our blog post about Tom Holland and stormwater management.
remember, when you see an article about stormwater management, you repost it. i don’t make the rules.
remember, when you see an article about stormwater management, you repost it. i don’t make the rules.
What Tom Holland’s historic lip-sync showcase taught us about stormwater management
Grab your umbrella and your tights.
neorsd.medium.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:22 AM
just learned we won an award for our blog post about Tom Holland and stormwater management.
remember, when you see an article about stormwater management, you repost it. i don’t make the rules.
remember, when you see an article about stormwater management, you repost it. i don’t make the rules.
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Explore the rich SciArt ecosystem on Bluesky with my SciArt Starter Pack.
Paleoart to fine art,
comics to medical illustration,
bioart to space imagery.
150 artists, plus the entire popular SciArt Feed 🐡.
And no gen AI or NFTs. 🥳
Paleoart to fine art,
comics to medical illustration,
bioart to space imagery.
150 artists, plus the entire popular SciArt Feed 🐡.
And no gen AI or NFTs. 🥳
November 19, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Explore the rich SciArt ecosystem on Bluesky with my SciArt Starter Pack.
Paleoart to fine art,
comics to medical illustration,
bioart to space imagery.
150 artists, plus the entire popular SciArt Feed 🐡.
And no gen AI or NFTs. 🥳
Paleoart to fine art,
comics to medical illustration,
bioart to space imagery.
150 artists, plus the entire popular SciArt Feed 🐡.
And no gen AI or NFTs. 🥳
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Marjorie Taylor Greene has been disliked by the left for years and years and had never had to fear for her life. She's been disliked by the right for 1 day and now has to hire security.
November 18, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Marjorie Taylor Greene has been disliked by the left for years and years and had never had to fear for her life. She's been disliked by the right for 1 day and now has to hire security.
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“…two showboats trying to out-detail each other, with maudlin prose dissecting a relationship that’s portrayed as tortured, but was really just between two careless narcissists.” Marisa with (let it be) the last word:
Moral rot in elite journalism is killing the whole field
The Nuzzi/RFK Jr. mess and the revelation of Epstein’s journo pals lay bare a profound moral absence at the heart of our free press.
www.thehandbasket.co
November 19, 2025 at 3:03 AM
“…two showboats trying to out-detail each other, with maudlin prose dissecting a relationship that’s portrayed as tortured, but was really just between two careless narcissists.” Marisa with (let it be) the last word:
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New lo-fi horror short fiction collection from Dim Shores, available for pre-order now.
Dim Shores is proud to present THE MAIDENS OF MIDNIGHT AND OTHER LOST MEDIA, a short story collection by Rhiannon Rasmussen, hauntingly illustrated by Lucia Retamales.
12 dark tales and 13 illustrations. 168 pages. Limited to 150 copies.
Coming December 2025, Pre-order now! bit.ly/3XyScs6
12 dark tales and 13 illustrations. 168 pages. Limited to 150 copies.
Coming December 2025, Pre-order now! bit.ly/3XyScs6
November 18, 2025 at 9:25 PM
New lo-fi horror short fiction collection from Dim Shores, available for pre-order now.
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I will never forget having to edit Jamal’s final, posthumous piece for the Washington Post, after he was murdered.
He was calling for free expression in the Arab world. You can read it here :
www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/glo...
He was calling for free expression in the Arab world. You can read it here :
www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/glo...
Opinion | Jamal Khashoggi: What the Arab world needs most is free expression
The Arab world needs a modern version of the old transnational media so citizens can be informed about global events.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I will never forget having to edit Jamal’s final, posthumous piece for the Washington Post, after he was murdered.
He was calling for free expression in the Arab world. You can read it here :
www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/glo...
He was calling for free expression in the Arab world. You can read it here :
www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/glo...
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Can you imagine if they made schoolhouse rock videos about how government works now
November 18, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Can you imagine if they made schoolhouse rock videos about how government works now
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People should buy @meganpiont.bsky.social a drink or 100 for all of the work that she has put in over the past few months. She has created and as a result disseminated 10s of thousands of zines helping folks to know how to report ICE in their cities. This is a Megan appreciation post. Thank you.
November 18, 2025 at 1:38 AM
People should buy @meganpiont.bsky.social a drink or 100 for all of the work that she has put in over the past few months. She has created and as a result disseminated 10s of thousands of zines helping folks to know how to report ICE in their cities. This is a Megan appreciation post. Thank you.
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If you get to a trillion dollars you should have to start the game over from the beginning at a higher difficulty like your parents not owning a bunch of emerald mines or whatever idk that’s just a random example
November 17, 2025 at 6:50 PM
If you get to a trillion dollars you should have to start the game over from the beginning at a higher difficulty like your parents not owning a bunch of emerald mines or whatever idk that’s just a random example
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“Short bursts indicate an ICE sighting. Long whistles indicate agents making arrests. If you hear the whistle and you’re undocumented, said [Whitney Hu, a community activist and organizer with South Brooklyn Mutual Aid], ‘you hide. And if you’re somebody who’s not, you go to the street.’”
As ICE Street Raids Ramp Up, New Yorkers Stock Up On Whistles
Taking a cue from Chicago, community groups have distributed thousands of whistles in recent weeks — a grassroots system people in other cities have adopted to help neighbors sound the alarm.
www.thecity.nyc
November 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
“Short bursts indicate an ICE sighting. Long whistles indicate agents making arrests. If you hear the whistle and you’re undocumented, said [Whitney Hu, a community activist and organizer with South Brooklyn Mutual Aid], ‘you hide. And if you’re somebody who’s not, you go to the street.’”