efemmera
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🚨 This is our FINAL day to voice our support for the Roadless Rule and save 45 million acres of roadless areas.
Tell the U.S. Forest Service that our public forests are NOT for sale. 📢 Leave a unique public comment before it's too late: https://bit.ly/3VcbhTg
Tell the U.S. Forest Service that our public forests are NOT for sale. 📢 Leave a unique public comment before it's too late: https://bit.ly/3VcbhTg
October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
🚨 This is our FINAL day to voice our support for the Roadless Rule and save 45 million acres of roadless areas.
Tell the U.S. Forest Service that our public forests are NOT for sale. 📢 Leave a unique public comment before it's too late: https://bit.ly/3VcbhTg
Tell the U.S. Forest Service that our public forests are NOT for sale. 📢 Leave a unique public comment before it's too late: https://bit.ly/3VcbhTg
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Early voting is already underway in some states. From now until Nov 3, I urge you all to...
1) Help get out the vote
2) Protect our electoral machinery from interference
3) Not succumb to complacency, defeatism, or cynicism
We are the only ones who can end this nightmare.
1) Help get out the vote
2) Protect our electoral machinery from interference
3) Not succumb to complacency, defeatism, or cynicism
We are the only ones who can end this nightmare.
October 5, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Early voting is already underway in some states. From now until Nov 3, I urge you all to...
1) Help get out the vote
2) Protect our electoral machinery from interference
3) Not succumb to complacency, defeatism, or cynicism
We are the only ones who can end this nightmare.
1) Help get out the vote
2) Protect our electoral machinery from interference
3) Not succumb to complacency, defeatism, or cynicism
We are the only ones who can end this nightmare.
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This is your occasional reminder that generative "AI" in particular could have been developed on public domain materials and/or licensed and compensated works but the major players intentionally, methodically and systemically chose to steal labor from working creative folks instead
October 5, 2026 at 4:33 PM
This is your occasional reminder that generative "AI" in particular could have been developed on public domain materials and/or licensed and compensated works but the major players intentionally, methodically and systemically chose to steal labor from working creative folks instead
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If you're in these states, *TODAY* is deadline to register to vote.
Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas.
Even if you think you've registered: doesn't hurt to check!
And there's a lot happening across them. A thread with stakes on each. ⬇️
Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas.
Even if you think you've registered: doesn't hurt to check!
And there's a lot happening across them. A thread with stakes on each. ⬇️
October 5, 2026 at 5:07 PM
If you're in these states, *TODAY* is deadline to register to vote.
Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas.
Even if you think you've registered: doesn't hurt to check!
And there's a lot happening across them. A thread with stakes on each. ⬇️
Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas.
Even if you think you've registered: doesn't hurt to check!
And there's a lot happening across them. A thread with stakes on each. ⬇️
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The guy sneering at "your precious liberal arts degree" majored in Philosophy at Harvard
October 5, 2026 at 11:40 AM
The guy sneering at "your precious liberal arts degree" majored in Philosophy at Harvard
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As students, we are facing a wave of attacks designed to silence us, bury us in debt, make college less affordable, and push higher education further out of reach.
If you’re ready to join us, text ‘CAMPUS’ to 787-57 to organize.
If you’re ready to join us, text ‘CAMPUS’ to 787-57 to organize.
October 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
As students, we are facing a wave of attacks designed to silence us, bury us in debt, make college less affordable, and push higher education further out of reach.
If you’re ready to join us, text ‘CAMPUS’ to 787-57 to organize.
If you’re ready to join us, text ‘CAMPUS’ to 787-57 to organize.
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September 2026 was the warmest one on record for the Contiguous U.S. according to PRISM climate data. If confirmed by NOAA it would be the first time there will be three back-to-back record months JUL, AUG, SEP — a concerning first thanks to climate change. (via @climateguyw.bsky.social)
October 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
September 2026 was the warmest one on record for the Contiguous U.S. according to PRISM climate data. If confirmed by NOAA it would be the first time there will be three back-to-back record months JUL, AUG, SEP — a concerning first thanks to climate change. (via @climateguyw.bsky.social)
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Hi folks:
Today's the deadline for public comments on the proposed removal of federal protection for nat'l forests
Hundreds of endangered species will be affected
Here's info from the American Bird Conservancy, & the link for comments:
abcbirds.org/news/roadles...
www.fs.usda.gov/managing-lan...
Today's the deadline for public comments on the proposed removal of federal protection for nat'l forests
Hundreds of endangered species will be affected
Here's info from the American Bird Conservancy, & the link for comments:
abcbirds.org/news/roadles...
www.fs.usda.gov/managing-lan...
Roadless Areas | US Forest Service
What's NewOn Aug. 18, 2026, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brook L. Rollins announced that the proposed rule and draft environmental impact statement that recommends removing the 2001 Roadle...
www.fs.usda.gov
October 5, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Hi folks:
Today's the deadline for public comments on the proposed removal of federal protection for nat'l forests
Hundreds of endangered species will be affected
Here's info from the American Bird Conservancy, & the link for comments:
abcbirds.org/news/roadles...
www.fs.usda.gov/managing-lan...
Today's the deadline for public comments on the proposed removal of federal protection for nat'l forests
Hundreds of endangered species will be affected
Here's info from the American Bird Conservancy, & the link for comments:
abcbirds.org/news/roadles...
www.fs.usda.gov/managing-lan...
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My dear friend Sharif is in dire need of donations to take care of his children. Like so many displaced Gazans.
His accounts here are constantly, and erroneously, deleted as spam. Also like so many.
Please give if you can. No amount is too small.
His accounts here are constantly, and erroneously, deleted as spam. Also like so many.
Please give if you can. No amount is too small.
My Children Lost Their Mother—Don’t Let Them Lose Life Too
Hello, my name is Sherif Samir Abdullah.I am 38 years oldA father of three children:
chuffed.org
October 3, 2026 at 4:20 AM
My dear friend Sharif is in dire need of donations to take care of his children. Like so many displaced Gazans.
His accounts here are constantly, and erroneously, deleted as spam. Also like so many.
Please give if you can. No amount is too small.
His accounts here are constantly, and erroneously, deleted as spam. Also like so many.
Please give if you can. No amount is too small.
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Each Friday night, I write a briefing on what happened in US science & higher ed. 🧪
Oct 2 (Year 2, Week 40)
- NIH gets $$ out, but $1.4 billion “diverted out” of NSF research funding
- student journalism, suppression & censorship
- 21 states sue EPA & so much more
buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
Oct 2 (Year 2, Week 40)
- NIH gets $$ out, but $1.4 billion “diverted out” of NSF research funding
- student journalism, suppression & censorship
- 21 states sue EPA & so much more
buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
Year 2, Week 40
Sept 26-Oct 2 – ...and statistics
buttondown.com
October 3, 2026 at 5:14 AM
Each Friday night, I write a briefing on what happened in US science & higher ed. 🧪
Oct 2 (Year 2, Week 40)
- NIH gets $$ out, but $1.4 billion “diverted out” of NSF research funding
- student journalism, suppression & censorship
- 21 states sue EPA & so much more
buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
Oct 2 (Year 2, Week 40)
- NIH gets $$ out, but $1.4 billion “diverted out” of NSF research funding
- student journalism, suppression & censorship
- 21 states sue EPA & so much more
buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
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Capybara Café, a new Fort Lauderdale indoor zoo where customers pay to pet and feed exotic rodents, is facing calls for an immediate shutdown following animal welfare complaints, zoning disputes, and state misdemeanor charges against its nonprofit parent company.
PETA demands Fort Lauderdale officials shut down petting zoo Capybara Café
The Capybara Café owner called PETA’s allegations “factually inaccurate” and rebutted the accusations, arguing her cafés and nonprofit have done nothing wrong.
www.sun-sentinel.com
October 3, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Capybara Café, a new Fort Lauderdale indoor zoo where customers pay to pet and feed exotic rodents, is facing calls for an immediate shutdown following animal welfare complaints, zoning disputes, and state misdemeanor charges against its nonprofit parent company.
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There are 3 days (including today) left to get registered to vote in Florida!
Visit angienixon.com/vote for more information on getting registered!
#AngieForFlorida
Visit angienixon.com/vote for more information on getting registered!
#AngieForFlorida
October 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
There are 3 days (including today) left to get registered to vote in Florida!
Visit angienixon.com/vote for more information on getting registered!
#AngieForFlorida
Visit angienixon.com/vote for more information on getting registered!
#AngieForFlorida
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Following a chaotic scene yesterday in Delray Beach, where a far-right extremist led a mob of anti-Muslim protestors to disrupt a public meeting regarding a proposed Islamic center, U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon released this statement.
#AngieForFlorida #DelrayBeach
#AngieForFlorida #DelrayBeach
October 3, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Following a chaotic scene yesterday in Delray Beach, where a far-right extremist led a mob of anti-Muslim protestors to disrupt a public meeting regarding a proposed Islamic center, U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon released this statement.
#AngieForFlorida #DelrayBeach
#AngieForFlorida #DelrayBeach
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Every month, immigrant communities are losing their jobs because of ongoing renewal delays. Families are afraid of disappearing on the way to work. Students are missing out on education because of the threat of ICE on their campuses.
October 3, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Every month, immigrant communities are losing their jobs because of ongoing renewal delays. Families are afraid of disappearing on the way to work. Students are missing out on education because of the threat of ICE on their campuses.
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Isn't it wild that someone can live here 20, 30, even 40 years and still have no pathway to citizenship?
☎️ Call your Representative today: 202-688-0646
📲 Text HOME IS HERE to 787-57 to take action with us
☎️ Call your Representative today: 202-688-0646
📲 Text HOME IS HERE to 787-57 to take action with us
October 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Isn't it wild that someone can live here 20, 30, even 40 years and still have no pathway to citizenship?
☎️ Call your Representative today: 202-688-0646
📲 Text HOME IS HERE to 787-57 to take action with us
☎️ Call your Representative today: 202-688-0646
📲 Text HOME IS HERE to 787-57 to take action with us
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HORROR ON WHEELS
Day 1: CHRISTINE (1983)
1958 Plymouth Fury
To kick off this month Motorized Horror Art Marathon, I had to go with @thehorrormaster.bsky.social masterpiece based on @stephenking.bsky.social novel. There’s no other car like Christine, she’ll love you to death!
Day 1: CHRISTINE (1983)
1958 Plymouth Fury
To kick off this month Motorized Horror Art Marathon, I had to go with @thehorrormaster.bsky.social masterpiece based on @stephenking.bsky.social novel. There’s no other car like Christine, she’ll love you to death!
October 2, 2026 at 3:36 PM
HORROR ON WHEELS
Day 1: CHRISTINE (1983)
1958 Plymouth Fury
To kick off this month Motorized Horror Art Marathon, I had to go with @thehorrormaster.bsky.social masterpiece based on @stephenking.bsky.social novel. There’s no other car like Christine, she’ll love you to death!
Day 1: CHRISTINE (1983)
1958 Plymouth Fury
To kick off this month Motorized Horror Art Marathon, I had to go with @thehorrormaster.bsky.social masterpiece based on @stephenking.bsky.social novel. There’s no other car like Christine, she’ll love you to death!
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A message to our resident mean girl. Stop trying to make fascism happen. #MoodyCantSitWithUs #AngieForFlorida
October 3, 2026 at 4:31 PM
A message to our resident mean girl. Stop trying to make fascism happen. #MoodyCantSitWithUs #AngieForFlorida
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A 24 year old farm worker was killed by heat in Mississippi.
No worker should be killed on the job, but we still have no enforceable federal heat protection rules. 1/
No worker should be killed on the job, but we still have no enforceable federal heat protection rules. 1/
October 3, 2026 at 2:09 AM
A 24 year old farm worker was killed by heat in Mississippi.
No worker should be killed on the job, but we still have no enforceable federal heat protection rules. 1/
No worker should be killed on the job, but we still have no enforceable federal heat protection rules. 1/
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If USA Today is indeed unilaterally putting source interviews in some sort of database, in their entirety, allowing them to be cherry-picked by other reporters—and *AI*(!!)—that is journalistically indefensible and no one should ever talk to them again. Is this true? Is it Gannett wide?
Earlier this week, I agreed to interviews with two USA Today journalists. They wrote fantastic articles about the Cornell case that I'm proud to have been a part of.
What I did not know is that their employer considers interviews to proprietary and opens up recordings to be used by any journalist.
What I did not know is that their employer considers interviews to proprietary and opens up recordings to be used by any journalist.
October 3, 2026 at 2:17 AM
If USA Today is indeed unilaterally putting source interviews in some sort of database, in their entirety, allowing them to be cherry-picked by other reporters—and *AI*(!!)—that is journalistically indefensible and no one should ever talk to them again. Is this true? Is it Gannett wide?
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I have never heard of any newsrooms with alarming practices like those described in this thread. If you have, I’d like to hear from you. Contact in bio.
Earlier this week, I agreed to interviews with two USA Today journalists. They wrote fantastic articles about the Cornell case that I'm proud to have been a part of.
What I did not know is that their employer considers interviews to proprietary and opens up recordings to be used by any journalist.
What I did not know is that their employer considers interviews to proprietary and opens up recordings to be used by any journalist.
October 3, 2026 at 2:21 AM
I have never heard of any newsrooms with alarming practices like those described in this thread. If you have, I’d like to hear from you. Contact in bio.
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I don’t think everyone realizes how bad things are for US science:
For the fiscal year that just ended, the Trump regime withheld $1.4 billion from the National Science Foundation’s research budget, which is about 1/5 of its primary research budget.
For the fiscal year that just ended, the Trump regime withheld $1.4 billion from the National Science Foundation’s research budget, which is about 1/5 of its primary research budget.
National Science Foundation Diverted $1.4 Billion in Science Funds Mandated by Congress (Gift Article)
The move, affecting about one-fifth of the National Science Foundation’s primary research budget, is the latest sign of how the White House is asserting more control over grants.
www.nytimes.com
October 3, 2026 at 5:54 AM
I don’t think everyone realizes how bad things are for US science:
For the fiscal year that just ended, the Trump regime withheld $1.4 billion from the National Science Foundation’s research budget, which is about 1/5 of its primary research budget.
For the fiscal year that just ended, the Trump regime withheld $1.4 billion from the National Science Foundation’s research budget, which is about 1/5 of its primary research budget.
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Folks have insulted:
My Southern drawl.
My loc’d hair.
My clothes.
My shoes.
My intelligence.
I’ve been called a ghetto Black b!t€h.
Now @JDVance says I don’t belong and should leave the very country my ancestors helped build.
This is a lot y’all. It is.
#AngieForFlorida
My Southern drawl.
My loc’d hair.
My clothes.
My shoes.
My intelligence.
I’ve been called a ghetto Black b!t€h.
Now @JDVance says I don’t belong and should leave the very country my ancestors helped build.
This is a lot y’all. It is.
#AngieForFlorida
October 3, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Folks have insulted:
My Southern drawl.
My loc’d hair.
My clothes.
My shoes.
My intelligence.
I’ve been called a ghetto Black b!t€h.
Now @JDVance says I don’t belong and should leave the very country my ancestors helped build.
This is a lot y’all. It is.
#AngieForFlorida
My Southern drawl.
My loc’d hair.
My clothes.
My shoes.
My intelligence.
I’ve been called a ghetto Black b!t€h.
Now @JDVance says I don’t belong and should leave the very country my ancestors helped build.
This is a lot y’all. It is.
#AngieForFlorida
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Densho will be in Minnesota next weekend for our next Community Scanning Day!
October 2, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Densho will be in Minnesota next weekend for our next Community Scanning Day!
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"A greatly underappreciated virtue of other presidents was that you could forget about them for weeks at a time." 🎁🔗
Opinion | I’m Exhausted. You’re Demoralized. We Weren’t Built for a World Like This. (Gift Article)
A greatly underappreciated virtue of other presidents was that you could forget about them for weeks at a time.
www.nytimes.com
October 1, 2026 at 2:23 PM
"A greatly underappreciated virtue of other presidents was that you could forget about them for weeks at a time." 🎁🔗
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Like displaying heads on pikes
October 2, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Like displaying heads on pikes