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Trump had a big bash yesterday at his sprawling VA golf course (unseen, dead center of photo) on the Potomac River. Here’s the view from the bluffs at Blockhouse Point, MD where Union sentries stood watch for Confederate troops. Keep the faith, my friends. Take the long view. We too, shall prevail.
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Had a visitor last evening. He grabbed a quick bite and took off afterwards.
May 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Had a visitor last evening. He grabbed a quick bite and took off afterwards.
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President Trump will announce Thursday that his administration is easing restrictions on the potent planet-warming chemicals used in air-conditioners and refrigerators — restrictions put in place because of a bipartisan law that he signed during his first term in office.
Trump to Ease Restrictions on Climate ‘Super Pollutants’
The administration will delay a phase out of hydrofluorocarbons, potent planet-warming chemicals used in air-conditioning and refrigeration.
nyti.ms
May 21, 2026 at 4:35 PM
President Trump will announce Thursday that his administration is easing restrictions on the potent planet-warming chemicals used in air-conditioners and refrigerators — restrictions put in place because of a bipartisan law that he signed during his first term in office.
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Investing in climate resilience is projected to become a $1.3 trillion market
How Cities From Tokyo to Nairobi Are Becoming Flood-Proof
The business of adaptation—investing in climate resilience—is projected to be a $1.3 trillion market
bloom.bg
May 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Investing in climate resilience is projected to become a $1.3 trillion market
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As Boaz Weinstein’s hedge fund, Saba, takes on one of the most high-profile environmental investment trusts in Britain, the standoff is morphing into a particularly brutal moment for ESG.
Boaz Weinstein’s Hedge Fund Takes Aim at Impax’s ‘Terrible’ Run
As Boaz Weinstein’s hedge fund, Saba Capital Management, takes on one of the most high-profile environmental investment trusts in Britain, the standoff is morphing into a particularly brutal moment for ESG.
bloom.bg
May 20, 2026 at 12:30 AM
As Boaz Weinstein’s hedge fund, Saba, takes on one of the most high-profile environmental investment trusts in Britain, the standoff is morphing into a particularly brutal moment for ESG.
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Just another reason why #mining companies should not be able to bulldoze PROTECTED saguaros.... #Hummingbirds use them for food - as do nectar-eating bats, bees, insects, and other birds.
May 19, 2026 at 11:43 PM
Just another reason why #mining companies should not be able to bulldoze PROTECTED saguaros.... #Hummingbirds use them for food - as do nectar-eating bats, bees, insects, and other birds.
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Data centers' impact on energy and water supply is well documented, but a series of new studies have revealed another potential impact.
Data Centers May Cause Hotter Weather, New Study Suggests
Is waste heat from data centers affecting the weather? A new study says they are making their local environment hotter.
www.forbes.com
May 19, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Data centers' impact on energy and water supply is well documented, but a series of new studies have revealed another potential impact.
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Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus): This beautiful river Kingfisher is resident in Africa, south of the Sahara. It is 13cm (5.1in) in length and is usually found in reeds or aquatic vegetation around ponds or near slow flowing water. Stunning photo taken by Barry Leppan in South Africa.
April 9, 2026 at 12:44 AM
Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus): This beautiful river Kingfisher is resident in Africa, south of the Sahara. It is 13cm (5.1in) in length and is usually found in reeds or aquatic vegetation around ponds or near slow flowing water. Stunning photo taken by Barry Leppan in South Africa.
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The Rubaya mine produces about 15% of the world’s coltan, used to manufacture smartphones, electric car batteries and other devices.
More Than 200 Die as Heavy Rains Trigger Landslide at Coltan Mine in Eastern DRC
In the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, more than 200 people were killed after heavy rains triggered a landslide at a major coltan mining site. About 70 children were reportedly among the victims...
www.democracynow.org
March 7, 2026 at 12:50 AM
The Rubaya mine produces about 15% of the world’s coltan, used to manufacture smartphones, electric car batteries and other devices.
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There are new reasons to celebrate World Wildlife Day in Saskatchewan. Located 40 kilometres east of the East Block of Grasslands National Park near Rockglen, NCC and a local landowner have formalized a new conservation agreement, securing 426 hectares of grassland habitat.
March 3, 2026 at 5:03 PM
There are new reasons to celebrate World Wildlife Day in Saskatchewan. Located 40 kilometres east of the East Block of Grasslands National Park near Rockglen, NCC and a local landowner have formalized a new conservation agreement, securing 426 hectares of grassland habitat.
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The perfect headline doesn’t exi…
Google pledges roughly three hours of its annual profit to fight climate change
Google and others are committing $100 million to combat climate change.
www.engadget.com
March 5, 2026 at 8:24 PM
The perfect headline doesn’t exi…
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This is a marvelous change not only for the Humpback whale 🐋 population but for all of us. We need to keep our gentle giants from going extinct.
Fifty years after New Zealand stopped whaling, humpback population showing signs of recovery | RNZ News share.google/X1HB3JFgaePK...
Fifty years after New Zealand stopped whaling, humpback population showing signs of recovery | RNZ News share.google/X1HB3JFgaePK...
Fifty years after New Zealand stopped whaling, humpback population showing signs of recovery
Breeding is getting more competitive, suggesting the population is growing, a new study shows.
share.google
March 5, 2026 at 3:44 PM
This is a marvelous change not only for the Humpback whale 🐋 population but for all of us. We need to keep our gentle giants from going extinct.
Fifty years after New Zealand stopped whaling, humpback population showing signs of recovery | RNZ News share.google/X1HB3JFgaePK...
Fifty years after New Zealand stopped whaling, humpback population showing signs of recovery | RNZ News share.google/X1HB3JFgaePK...
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January 4, 2026 at 2:37 PM
This is…unconscionable.
Monarez: "Kennedy demanded 2 things of me that were were inconsistent w/ my oath of office. He directed me to commit in advance to approving every ACIP recommendation regardless of the scientific evidence. He also directed me to dismiss career officials responsible for vaccine policy without cause"
September 17, 2025 at 9:44 PM
This is…unconscionable.
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More than 350 Mountain Yellow-legged Frogs have been reintroduced into the wild in the San Bernardino Mountains, marking one of the largest releases to date. This is a milestone for @birchaquarium.bsky.social as its first-ever endangered species reintroduction. ➡️ bit.ly/485M2X1
September 8, 2025 at 11:39 PM
More than 350 Mountain Yellow-legged Frogs have been reintroduced into the wild in the San Bernardino Mountains, marking one of the largest releases to date. This is a milestone for @birchaquarium.bsky.social as its first-ever endangered species reintroduction. ➡️ bit.ly/485M2X1
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Goodnight Rebels 💙
Art by: Thomas Little
Art by: Thomas Little
August 19, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Goodnight Rebels 💙
Art by: Thomas Little
Art by: Thomas Little
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that summit could've been an email
August 15, 2025 at 11:12 PM
that summit could've been an email
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Fantastic story. “You Feel Like You’re Being Cheated”: Oil Companies Unfairly Take Millions, North Dakota Mineral Owners Say, by partner Jacob Orledge of @northdakotamonitor.com
“You Feel Like You’re Being Cheated”: Oil Companies Unfairly Take Millions, North Dakota Mineral Owners Say
Oil companies are holding back a large portion of revenue payments to the people they lease drilling rights from, often with little explanation. But the industry has an outsize influence in the state,...
www.propublica.org
August 4, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Fantastic story. “You Feel Like You’re Being Cheated”: Oil Companies Unfairly Take Millions, North Dakota Mineral Owners Say, by partner Jacob Orledge of @northdakotamonitor.com
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The Iberian blackout exposed more than a fragile grid—it revealed a large-scale problem. With 1,700 GW of clean energy stuck in queues, Europe must unshackle TSOs from fossil-era mandates and invest in modern, flexible grids, writes @julietphillips.bsky.social.
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/08/04/t...
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/08/04/t...
August 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The Iberian blackout exposed more than a fragile grid—it revealed a large-scale problem. With 1,700 GW of clean energy stuck in queues, Europe must unshackle TSOs from fossil-era mandates and invest in modern, flexible grids, writes @julietphillips.bsky.social.
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/08/04/t...
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/08/04/t...
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“The Washington Litigation Group, a new boutique non-profit firm, is composed of seasoned attorneys, judges and former govt employees who lost their jobs when Trump took office – with some even emerging from retirement. Its services will be free to those looking to push back on Trump.”
New non-profit law firm in DC aims to challenge Trump’s executive power | CNN Politics
A group of well-known Washington lawyers is opening a law firm focused on challenging President Donald Trump’s executive orders and agency actions as he strives to dramatically reshape the federal gov...
www.cnn.com
August 5, 2025 at 2:04 AM
“The Washington Litigation Group, a new boutique non-profit firm, is composed of seasoned attorneys, judges and former govt employees who lost their jobs when Trump took office – with some even emerging from retirement. Its services will be free to those looking to push back on Trump.”
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This is obscene on so many levels.
The Trump administration burns 500 tons of food meant for starving children, prioritizing political statements over global humanitarian aid.
open.substack.com/pub/theintel...
open.substack.com/pub/theintel...
July 17, 2025 at 1:20 AM
This is obscene on so many levels.
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Reports of fewer fireflies in recent years have sparked worry for the future of the insect’s population. However, increased sightings this summer have boosted hopes for the survival of the insect.
Swarms of fireflies in Illinois this summer give enthusiasts hope that insect can overcome population decline
Most data is anecdotal, but researchers say climate change, development, light pollution and pesticides are threatening firefly populations.
www.chicagotribune.com
July 16, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Reports of fewer fireflies in recent years have sparked worry for the future of the insect’s population. However, increased sightings this summer have boosted hopes for the survival of the insect.
What happen when teens reach out to artificial intelligence for emotional, psychological and social support? We’re about to find out.
"There's a good chunk of teen users who are choosing to discuss serious matters with AI instead of real people."
A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends
A new study shows that over half of teens are regular users of AI companions — and some prefer them to their human friends.
trib.al
July 16, 2025 at 3:38 PM
What happen when teens reach out to artificial intelligence for emotional, psychological and social support? We’re about to find out.
Because nothing says “winning!” like asbestos
June 19, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Because nothing says “winning!” like asbestos
This is cruel and stupid
Breaking News: The national suicide prevention hotline will no longer work with the Trevor Project or provide specialized support to LGBTQ callers under a new Trump administration directive effective July 17. nyti.ms/444VrdN
June 18, 2025 at 5:57 PM
This is cruel and stupid