Makmarian
@makmarian.bsky.social
Developer from Norway 🇳🇴. Likes programming, 3D-printing, Linux, electronics, anime and more 😁
Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@makmarian
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OPINION: The U.S. has abandoned the post-World War II consensus on allies and the value of defending freedom, instead revolving around transactions and deal-making, wielding tariffs to punish or reward, and defining allies based on financial benefit rather than shared democratic values.
For most of the world, the US is now a malign actor
While many may be tempted to cut the U.S. off as an ally and partner, I hope our friends don’t give up on us so easily.
www.politico.eu
December 15, 2025 at 9:04 AM
OPINION: The U.S. has abandoned the post-World War II consensus on allies and the value of defending freedom, instead revolving around transactions and deal-making, wielding tariffs to punish or reward, and defining allies based on financial benefit rather than shared democratic values.
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During his keynote at #MSCinBerlin, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte issued a warning on the urgent need for NATO to prevent a broader conflict in Europe. His message was clear: Only a united Alliance can keep us safe.
December 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
During his keynote at #MSCinBerlin, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte issued a warning on the urgent need for NATO to prevent a broader conflict in Europe. His message was clear: Only a united Alliance can keep us safe.
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❌ NASA has not admitted that "we didn't go to the moon." This false rumor is being pushed by a recurring source of online misinformation. www.snopes.com/fact-check/n...
NASA didn't drop 'bombshell' admitting moon landing was a hoax
The claim, which didn't cite when or where NASA supposedly admitted this, came from a frequent purveyor of misinformation.
www.snopes.com
December 7, 2025 at 1:42 AM
❌ NASA has not admitted that "we didn't go to the moon." This false rumor is being pushed by a recurring source of online misinformation. www.snopes.com/fact-check/n...
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⚡️Russian victory would cost Europe twice as much as supporting Ukraine, study finds.
A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs published on Nov. 25.
A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs published on Nov. 25.
Russian victory would cost Europe twice as much as supporting Ukraine, study finds
A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs published on Nov. ...
kyivindependent.com
November 29, 2025 at 4:35 AM
⚡️Russian victory would cost Europe twice as much as supporting Ukraine, study finds.
A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs published on Nov. 25.
A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs published on Nov. 25.
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Framasoft is holding a donation campaign! 🌱
The nonprofit organization behind PeerTube also provides dozens of online services for free.
🚀 New services, #PeerTube v8, and app improvements…
Discover what Framasoft can achieve with your support : support.framasoft.org
The nonprofit organization behind PeerTube also provides dozens of online services for free.
🚀 New services, #PeerTube v8, and app improvements…
Discover what Framasoft can achieve with your support : support.framasoft.org
November 20, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Framasoft is holding a donation campaign! 🌱
The nonprofit organization behind PeerTube also provides dozens of online services for free.
🚀 New services, #PeerTube v8, and app improvements…
Discover what Framasoft can achieve with your support : support.framasoft.org
The nonprofit organization behind PeerTube also provides dozens of online services for free.
🚀 New services, #PeerTube v8, and app improvements…
Discover what Framasoft can achieve with your support : support.framasoft.org
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The #Nordics 🇩🇰🇳🇴🇫🇮🇸🇪 score top four on the 2025 #RuleOfLawIndex by the World Justice Project. Something to be proud of and to defend.
But deeply concerning that authoritarianism is on the rise; 68% of all countries backslide on freedoms, checks and balances.
worldjusticeproject.org/rule-of-law-...
But deeply concerning that authoritarianism is on the rise; 68% of all countries backslide on freedoms, checks and balances.
worldjusticeproject.org/rule-of-law-...
WJP Rule of Law Index
Explore rule of law rankings for 143 countries in the WJP Rule of Law Index
worldjusticeproject.org
October 29, 2025 at 7:41 AM
The #Nordics 🇩🇰🇳🇴🇫🇮🇸🇪 score top four on the 2025 #RuleOfLawIndex by the World Justice Project. Something to be proud of and to defend.
But deeply concerning that authoritarianism is on the rise; 68% of all countries backslide on freedoms, checks and balances.
worldjusticeproject.org/rule-of-law-...
But deeply concerning that authoritarianism is on the rise; 68% of all countries backslide on freedoms, checks and balances.
worldjusticeproject.org/rule-of-law-...
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Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
October 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
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Did you know about Sepia Search, our search engine for #PeerTube?
With #SepiaSearch, you can find out most of videos, channels and playlists available on PeerTube!
👉 sepiasearch.org/
#PeerTubeTipOfTheWeek
With #SepiaSearch, you can find out most of videos, channels and playlists available on PeerTube!
👉 sepiasearch.org/
#PeerTubeTipOfTheWeek
Sepia Search
A search engine of PeerTube videos, channels and playlists, developed by Framasoft
sepiasearch.org
October 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Did you know about Sepia Search, our search engine for #PeerTube?
With #SepiaSearch, you can find out most of videos, channels and playlists available on PeerTube!
👉 sepiasearch.org/
#PeerTubeTipOfTheWeek
With #SepiaSearch, you can find out most of videos, channels and playlists available on PeerTube!
👉 sepiasearch.org/
#PeerTubeTipOfTheWeek
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BREAKING: For her work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela, María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize.
María Corina Machado of Venezuela wins the Nobel Peace Prize
Opposition activist María Corina Machado of Venezuela has won the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel committee praised her as a key figure in unifying Venezuela's political opposition.
bit.ly
October 10, 2025 at 9:18 AM
BREAKING: For her work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela, María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize.
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🇲🇩 Moldova, you’ve done it again.
No attempt to sow fear or division could break your resolve.
You made your choice clear:
Europe. Democracy. Freedom.
Our door is open. And we will stand with you every step of the way.
The future is yours.
No attempt to sow fear or division could break your resolve.
You made your choice clear:
Europe. Democracy. Freedom.
Our door is open. And we will stand with you every step of the way.
The future is yours.
September 29, 2025 at 7:37 AM
🇲🇩 Moldova, you’ve done it again.
No attempt to sow fear or division could break your resolve.
You made your choice clear:
Europe. Democracy. Freedom.
Our door is open. And we will stand with you every step of the way.
The future is yours.
No attempt to sow fear or division could break your resolve.
You made your choice clear:
Europe. Democracy. Freedom.
Our door is open. And we will stand with you every step of the way.
The future is yours.
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The attack on Charlie Kirk is disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.
In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.
In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.
September 10, 2025 at 7:16 PM
The attack on Charlie Kirk is disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.
In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.
In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.
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"If Moldova’s democracy cannot be protected, then no democracy in Europe is safe", said President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, speaking to MEPs ahead of crucial elections in her country on 28 September.
Learn more: europa.eu/!j6gkF3
Learn more: europa.eu/!j6gkF3
September 9, 2025 at 12:37 PM
"If Moldova’s democracy cannot be protected, then no democracy in Europe is safe", said President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, speaking to MEPs ahead of crucial elections in her country on 28 September.
Learn more: europa.eu/!j6gkF3
Learn more: europa.eu/!j6gkF3
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Norway’s centre-left parties set to retain power after elections on.ft.com/3HMW19a
Norway’s centre-left parties set to retain power after elections
Jonas Gahr Støre due to continue as prime minister as his ruling Labour party performs strongly
on.ft.com
September 8, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Norway’s centre-left parties set to retain power after elections on.ft.com/3HMW19a
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A free, democratic and independent Ukraine.
That's what you are fighting for.
That's what our efforts are all about.
We are with you, for as long as it takes. Because a free Ukraine is a free Europe.
Happy Independence Day, Ukraine!
That's what you are fighting for.
That's what our efforts are all about.
We are with you, for as long as it takes. Because a free Ukraine is a free Europe.
Happy Independence Day, Ukraine!
August 24, 2025 at 6:28 AM
A free, democratic and independent Ukraine.
That's what you are fighting for.
That's what our efforts are all about.
We are with you, for as long as it takes. Because a free Ukraine is a free Europe.
Happy Independence Day, Ukraine!
That's what you are fighting for.
That's what our efforts are all about.
We are with you, for as long as it takes. Because a free Ukraine is a free Europe.
Happy Independence Day, Ukraine!
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Glow-in-the-dark marsupials, fashionable science, and cyborg jellyfish
Check out July's best science images, chosen by Nature's photo team 📸
go.nature.com/4m5xF9j
Check out July's best science images, chosen by Nature's photo team 📸
go.nature.com/4m5xF9j
Glow-in-the-dark marsupial shows off its luminous fur — July’s best science images
The month’s sharpest science shots, selected by Nature’s photo team.
go.nature.com
August 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Glow-in-the-dark marsupials, fashionable science, and cyborg jellyfish
Check out July's best science images, chosen by Nature's photo team 📸
go.nature.com/4m5xF9j
Check out July's best science images, chosen by Nature's photo team 📸
go.nature.com/4m5xF9j
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Europe’s digital house is built on foreign foundations.
Our latest study reveals that over 74% of publicly listed European companies host email—and by extension their entire tech stack—on US platforms subject to foreign laws.
Find out why and what needs to change 👇
Our latest study reveals that over 74% of publicly listed European companies host email—and by extension their entire tech stack—on US platforms subject to foreign laws.
Find out why and what needs to change 👇
Europe’s tech sovereignty watch | Proton for Business
Europe’s biggest businesses run on US tech — putting its privacy and sovereignty at risk. Read our study on how bad the problem is and why we urgently need a Europe-first tech policy.
proton.me
August 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Europe’s digital house is built on foreign foundations.
Our latest study reveals that over 74% of publicly listed European companies host email—and by extension their entire tech stack—on US platforms subject to foreign laws.
Find out why and what needs to change 👇
Our latest study reveals that over 74% of publicly listed European companies host email—and by extension their entire tech stack—on US platforms subject to foreign laws.
Find out why and what needs to change 👇
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One of the biggest newsletter platforms now syndicates to Bluesky and Mastodon
One of the biggest newsletter platforms now syndicates to Bluesky and Mastodon
Ghost 6.0 adds social web-focused features.
buff.ly
August 4, 2025 at 5:20 PM
One of the biggest newsletter platforms now syndicates to Bluesky and Mastodon
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A recent test shows that Quidnet’s technology can store energy in pressurized water underground for months at a time.
This startup wants to use the Earth as a massive battery
A recent test shows that Quidnet’s technology can store energy in pressurized water underground for months at a time.
www.technologyreview.com
July 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
A recent test shows that Quidnet’s technology can store energy in pressurized water underground for months at a time.
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Interested in our special report on Energy & AI?
Our new AI tool lets you dig into the data and analysis, including the implications for electricity demand, innovation, energy security & more.
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Our new AI tool lets you dig into the data and analysis, including the implications for electricity demand, innovation, energy security & more.
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July 26, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Interested in our special report on Energy & AI?
Our new AI tool lets you dig into the data and analysis, including the implications for electricity demand, innovation, energy security & more.
Try it out now ➡️ iea.li/40vrov4
Our new AI tool lets you dig into the data and analysis, including the implications for electricity demand, innovation, energy security & more.
Try it out now ➡️ iea.li/40vrov4
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One-third of cars on the road in Norway are now electric
July 18, 2025 at 11:50 AM
One-third of cars on the road in Norway are now electric
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California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power
California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power
Solar is helping farmers in California save water and secure reliable income in the face of drought and economic pressure.
theconversation.com
July 16, 2025 at 1:52 PM
California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power
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July 15, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Bluesky is hiring 👉 bsky.social/about/join
Roles include:
- data scientist
- feed algo eng
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+ others (click the link!)
Roles include:
- data scientist
- feed algo eng
- data engineer
+ others (click the link!)
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Socially assistive robots support various health care needs, from helping children with autism develop skills to aiding stroke recovery and mental health management.
In this #MedicalNews article, Maja Matarić from @usc.edu explains how #AI is helping to move this field forward. ja.ma/4kuIiRG
In this #MedicalNews article, Maja Matarić from @usc.edu explains how #AI is helping to move this field forward. ja.ma/4kuIiRG
July 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Socially assistive robots support various health care needs, from helping children with autism develop skills to aiding stroke recovery and mental health management.
In this #MedicalNews article, Maja Matarić from @usc.edu explains how #AI is helping to move this field forward. ja.ma/4kuIiRG
In this #MedicalNews article, Maja Matarić from @usc.edu explains how #AI is helping to move this field forward. ja.ma/4kuIiRG
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🗺️ It's #WorldHydrographyDay and we are celebrating a major milestone:
27.3% of the world’s ocean floor has now mapped to modern standards.
27.3% of the world’s ocean floor has now mapped to modern standards.
June 21, 2025 at 7:50 AM
🗺️ It's #WorldHydrographyDay and we are celebrating a major milestone:
27.3% of the world’s ocean floor has now mapped to modern standards.
27.3% of the world’s ocean floor has now mapped to modern standards.