Emily J
@emexastris.bsky.social
She/her. Science, politics, cats, Judaism. Planetary scientist and operations engineer.
When every item in a collection literally has a unique number on it, a person should not *constantly* mix up said items
September 15, 2026 at 10:26 PM
When every item in a collection literally has a unique number on it, a person should not *constantly* mix up said items
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The number of people taking this, and the distillation of “don’t shout Free Palestine at random Jews with no context,” as “you can’t say Free Palestine unless you’re sure a Jew isn’t somewhere around you” has me worried for the basic literacy of the English-speaking world.
I don't think that the phrase "Free Palestine" is inherently antisemitic, I even generally believe in the sentiment. But it is definitely being used to harrass Jews, and I understand why many are wary of those whose activism stops and ends with saying the phrase.
September 15, 2026 at 7:02 PM
The number of people taking this, and the distillation of “don’t shout Free Palestine at random Jews with no context,” as “you can’t say Free Palestine unless you’re sure a Jew isn’t somewhere around you” has me worried for the basic literacy of the English-speaking world.
Ugh ugh ugh so much to do for YK ugh
September 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Ugh ugh ugh so much to do for YK ugh
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Demanding strangers of a certain ethnic group justify themselves to you before you treat them with decency is bigotry.
September 15, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Demanding strangers of a certain ethnic group justify themselves to you before you treat them with decency is bigotry.
What I want for the new year is for people to be slightly less shitty to each other.
September 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM
What I want for the new year is for people to be slightly less shitty to each other.
I am very very tired and would like someone to come clean my house for me, please
September 15, 2026 at 3:36 PM
I am very very tired and would like someone to come clean my house for me, please
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I don't think that the phrase "Free Palestine" is inherently antisemitic, I even generally believe in the sentiment. But it is definitely being used to harrass Jews, and I understand why many are wary of those whose activism stops and ends with saying the phrase.
September 15, 2026 at 12:42 PM
I don't think that the phrase "Free Palestine" is inherently antisemitic, I even generally believe in the sentiment. But it is definitely being used to harrass Jews, and I understand why many are wary of those whose activism stops and ends with saying the phrase.
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It is entirely possible to just quietly make decisions about who to listen to in the future. That can be a private conversation between you, your god, and your mute button
September 14, 2026 at 4:49 PM
It is entirely possible to just quietly make decisions about who to listen to in the future. That can be a private conversation between you, your god, and your mute button
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bro i wish i was. it's been a rough one. thank you for asking.
Are you okay dude
September 15, 2026 at 12:28 AM
bro i wish i was. it's been a rough one. thank you for asking.
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The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
tucson.com
September 15, 2026 at 12:16 AM
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
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This is a VERY significant decision, given the impact of the rule change, which was set to upend the student visa process which has been in place for the last half-century.
Colleges and universities said the rule would impose millions in costs and cause a big drop in enrollment.
Colleges and universities said the rule would impose millions in costs and cause a big drop in enrollment.
BREAKING: Judge Dennis Saylor (GWBush/MA) temporarily blocks Trump admin drive to impose a 4-year limit on student visas now issued for length of study. Calls the rationale for the new rule "exceptionally weak." Doc: www.documentcloud.org/documents/28...
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www.documentcloud.org
September 14, 2026 at 9:39 PM
This is a VERY significant decision, given the impact of the rule change, which was set to upend the student visa process which has been in place for the last half-century.
Colleges and universities said the rule would impose millions in costs and cause a big drop in enrollment.
Colleges and universities said the rule would impose millions in costs and cause a big drop in enrollment.
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Far too many people think that if they sit out elections, they can't be blamed for the outcomes. A vote is not a moral confession! And, unless you are running for office, you are not going to ever be able to vote for someone you agree with 100%.
September 14, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Far too many people think that if they sit out elections, they can't be blamed for the outcomes. A vote is not a moral confession! And, unless you are running for office, you are not going to ever be able to vote for someone you agree with 100%.
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Sorry I can’t go back to work my cat is leaning on my legs
September 14, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Sorry I can’t go back to work my cat is leaning on my legs
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Coffee-drinking Jews: This is your annual PSA that if you plan to fast on Yom Kippur (note that you should absolutely *not* fast unless it's mentally & physically safe for you), you should start tapering your caffeine now. Your Yom Kippur self will thank you.
September 14, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Coffee-drinking Jews: This is your annual PSA that if you plan to fast on Yom Kippur (note that you should absolutely *not* fast unless it's mentally & physically safe for you), you should start tapering your caffeine now. Your Yom Kippur self will thank you.
Yup, he’s exactly as slimy and off putting as I remembered. Also, apparently my insurance won’t cover a replacement appliance anymore because he makes appliances that don’t have hinges and therefore *don’t* fuck up your bite. So a new one will run me $2300.
This morning I have to go see my sleep dentist who I don’t particularly like on a personal level but is unfortunately the best in town t what he does and it’s making me very grumpy
September 14, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Yup, he’s exactly as slimy and off putting as I remembered. Also, apparently my insurance won’t cover a replacement appliance anymore because he makes appliances that don’t have hinges and therefore *don’t* fuck up your bite. So a new one will run me $2300.
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NASA conventionally releases its "Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences" in mid-February of each year.
This announces dozens of grant programs that fund hundreds of science projects.
Last year, it was delayed by 5 months. This year, it has been delayed by 7 months so far.
This announces dozens of grant programs that fund hundreds of science projects.
Last year, it was delayed by 5 months. This year, it has been delayed by 7 months so far.
September 14, 2026 at 4:24 PM
NASA conventionally releases its "Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences" in mid-February of each year.
This announces dozens of grant programs that fund hundreds of science projects.
Last year, it was delayed by 5 months. This year, it has been delayed by 7 months so far.
This announces dozens of grant programs that fund hundreds of science projects.
Last year, it was delayed by 5 months. This year, it has been delayed by 7 months so far.
TEP’s ad push on prop 421 is so aggressive it’s making me suspicious rather than persuading me
September 14, 2026 at 3:43 PM
TEP’s ad push on prop 421 is so aggressive it’s making me suspicious rather than persuading me
Wisdom!
My gift to myself today is not adding a billion high holy day sermons to the read list. I’m sure they’re good but I don’t have that kind of attention span.
September 14, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Wisdom!
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Yet another example of "there is no AI, only exploitation of labor".
Humans are reading your ChatGPT chats. Just like humans are behind your food delivery robots and various other applications of automated technology. Usually underpaid humans in other countries.
this is so fucking crazy. huge huge huge scoop www.404media.co/inside-proje...
September 14, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Yet another example of "there is no AI, only exploitation of labor".
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The ennui, it is unbearable
September 14, 2026 at 3:21 PM
The ennui, it is unbearable
This morning I have to go see my sleep dentist who I don’t particularly like on a personal level but is unfortunately the best in town t what he does and it’s making me very grumpy
September 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
This morning I have to go see my sleep dentist who I don’t particularly like on a personal level but is unfortunately the best in town t what he does and it’s making me very grumpy
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I was struck this year by the phrase כל גזרות קשות. That Avinu Malkeinu was originally a prayer brought out in times of great trouble, and that after the preliminary praises of G-d, the first request is to remove harsh decrees. In past years, I would have assumed it referred to G-d's decree...
September 14, 2026 at 12:55 PM
I was struck this year by the phrase כל גזרות קשות. That Avinu Malkeinu was originally a prayer brought out in times of great trouble, and that after the preliminary praises of G-d, the first request is to remove harsh decrees. In past years, I would have assumed it referred to G-d's decree...
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PSA: No Kings is a coalition, not an org, and it does not do fundraising appeals for itself. Partner orgs raise money for costs we're incurring to put it on. But if you get a text from "NO KINGS" or a PAC you've never heard of before asking for $ that is a scam and you should block/shame away.
September 14, 2026 at 1:39 PM
PSA: No Kings is a coalition, not an org, and it does not do fundraising appeals for itself. Partner orgs raise money for costs we're incurring to put it on. But if you get a text from "NO KINGS" or a PAC you've never heard of before asking for $ that is a scam and you should block/shame away.
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maybe the single greatest depiction of a particular Type of Guy ever created
It was exactly ten years ago today, on my 33rd birthday, that I posted this comic online.
September 14, 2026 at 12:18 AM
maybe the single greatest depiction of a particular Type of Guy ever created
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I agree with Matthew’s point that infighting on here is pointless.
But also it’s wild how people feel like they have to remain on the Nazi site - it’s just not an important place.
But also it’s wild how people feel like they have to remain on the Nazi site - it’s just not an important place.
Fox News – 34%
CNN — 28%
Local newspapers — 19%
TikTok — 18%
Instagram — 18%
X (formerly Twitter) — 14%
[... omitting 11 other sources ...]
Bluesky — 2%
So what are y'all fighting each other about? What is it you hope to accomplish? 🧵
CNN — 28%
Local newspapers — 19%
TikTok — 18%
Instagram — 18%
X (formerly Twitter) — 14%
[... omitting 11 other sources ...]
Bluesky — 2%
So what are y'all fighting each other about? What is it you hope to accomplish? 🧵
September 13, 2026 at 10:10 PM
I agree with Matthew’s point that infighting on here is pointless.
But also it’s wild how people feel like they have to remain on the Nazi site - it’s just not an important place.
But also it’s wild how people feel like they have to remain on the Nazi site - it’s just not an important place.