I only drink plain water (and coffee and tea).

I'm somebody.

Color me surprised-not.

Not anymore. Like poof it just went away. Just like that. 🤔

We are witnessing the building of MAGA America’s version of brownshirts. That is what is happening-make no mistake.

We already know who to blame.

Bigger question:
How do we prevent the death and starvation?

The current administration’s belief is that cutting programs that help the poor, elderly and hungry is the only way out. There is another option.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science | United Nations The purpose of the day is to achieve full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls.

It's International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Why is this important? Because, until the 1970s, women in the western world were considered too stupid to be scientists and were expected to sacrifice their lives to men. Men expected to get female servants #WomenInSTEM
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One tide, one hope. Strength in unity, each doing our part. 🪸

#coraltriangle #oceanconservation #MarineLife

A white-lined dirona (Dirona albolineata) hunting for small snails along the sea bottom. The dirona, a type of nudibranchis a translucent grey-white color with a bold opaque white on the edges of multiple triangular leaf like cerata (a projection of tissue used for respiration/gas exchange, that also often have extensions of the digestive system in their lower portions). This particular species is usually found on rocky bottoms, occasionally mud, and feeds on small marine snails, anemones, tunicates and bryozoans. They can occasionally be found with pale purple or pale salmon tissue color instead of grey-white, but always have the bold white stripe.

With all of the ant-science news I needed a cleanse - so I give you a White-lined Dirona or Alabaster nudi (Dirona albolineata) from Salish Sea. Taken during down time while doing work on federally funded research grant.

photo of Regina Jonas in robes and holding a book.

#OnThisDay, 27 Dec 1935, Regina Jonas was ordained as a rabbi in Berlin, the first known ordination of a woman.

After her arrest in 1942, she ministered in a ghetto until she was transported to Auschwitz in 1944. She was probably killed on arrival.

#WomenInHistory #OTD #History #WomensHistory 🗃️

Portrait of the Lumière Brothers This black-and-white photograph features Auguste and Louis Lumière, the visionary brothers who revolutionized storytelling and technology with their invention of the Cinématographe. The brothers are seated close together, symbolizing their collaborative genius that ultimately gave birth to modern cinema. Their invention not only captured and projected motion pictures but also laid the groundwork for film as an art form and mass entertainment. Born in France, the Lumière brothers came from a photographic background, which deeply influenced their ability to innovate within the realm of visual arts. This portrait captures their intellectual depth and innovative spirit during a time of rapid technological advancements in Europe. Their synchronized efforts to bring motion pictures to life transcended mere invention—it represented a cultural leap that made visual storytelling accessible to a global audience. This image reflects their legacy as foundational figures in cinema, whose work inspired countless filmmakers and innovators for generations.

Advertisement for the Cinématographe This colorful vintage poster advertises the Cinématographe Lumière and the historic first public film screening on December 28, 1895, at the Grand Café in Paris. The poster captures the excitement and curiosity of a late 19th-century audience, showcasing a bustling crowd eager to witness a groundbreaking technological marvel. Rendered in an artistic, period-appropriate style, the poster reflects the cultural enthusiasm surrounding the Lumière brothers’ innovation. The event featured a series of short films, including Workers Leaving the Lumière Factory, sparking an era where moving images could convey stories, document life, and entertain. This poster represents the beginning of cinema as a shared experience, uniting audiences to marvel at the possibilities of this new medium. It highlights not just a product but a moment in history when art and technology collided to shape a new cultural landscape. The artistic vibrancy of the poster also exemplifies how the Lumières successfully marketed their invention to capture global interest.

Still from “Workers Leaving the Lumière Factory” This historic photograph depicts a scene from Workers Leaving the Lumière Factory, one of the ten short films presented during the Lumière brothers’ first public screening. The image shows workers exiting the Lumière factory in Lyon, their expressions and body language offering a glimpse into industrial life in late 19th-century France. This seemingly simple scene was a profound moment in cinematic history, as it marked the beginning of motion picture storytelling. The film demonstrated the potential of cinema to document reality, turning everyday life into a shared visual experience. At the time, the film’s realism captivated audiences, who were unaccustomed to seeing motion pictures on a screen. The impact of this short film was monumental, influencing the evolution of documentary and narrative filmmaking. This still image serves as a reminder of the Lumière brothers’ ability to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary, demonstrating how cinema could preserve and share fleeting moments of human life.

Cinématographe Camera This detailed image showcases the Lumière brothers’ revolutionary Cinématographe, an innovative device that served as both a camera and projector. Encased in a sleek wooden box, this groundbreaking invention included a hand-crank mechanism and a lens system, representing a leap forward in film technology. Unlike its bulkier predecessors, the Cinématographe was compact and portable, allowing filmmakers to take it beyond the confines of a studio and into the real world. The device’s ability to capture and project moving images played a pivotal role in the success of the first public film screening in December 1895. The machine symbolizes not just technological ingenuity but also the birth of cinema as an art form and a global cultural phenomenon. Its versatility made it accessible to other aspiring filmmakers, democratizing the medium and enabling the rapid growth of the film industry. Today, the Cinématographe remains a symbol of the transformative power of innovation, marking the start of a new era in storytelling and entertainment.

On December 28th, 1895, the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis, held the first public screening of motion pictures in Paris. This event at the Grand Café marked the birth of cinema, showcasing short films, and captivating audiences worldwide.

#StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery

#ukrart
#UkrainianView
Please support our artists, as they are struggling from the war but still creating wonderful masterpieces 🫂

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It's hard for Ukraine. We are in danger. 🤕

Europe is in danger!

#EU #Europe
#UkrainianView
#RussiaIsATerroristState

Negotiate with this absolutely deranged bloodthirsty bullshit. Just go and negotiate. And then realise that russians are like that for 300+ years. Always with an external enemy, always feeling special. Genocided countless millions of people and erased some ethnicities completely.

#UkrainianView

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Awful news. 😢

Looks like a fun study!

The russians are launching their long-range bombers to terrorize Ukrainians at night once more. Likely they will attack energy infrastructure again. Likely this will barely be reported by mainstream media outlets.
#UkrainianView

Wow, Jeff, these wildfires keep being more frequent and crazier.

Cover from The Economist from two years ago "Say goodbye to 1.5°C; why climate policy is off target". It has a graphic of the Earth with an apple on its head, and a arrow shot through the Earth.

A gentle reminder that if we miss the 1.5°C target (and we certainly will), the next target is 1.51°C and not 2°C. We need to keep fighting.

Every tonne of CO₂ emitted makes the job of future CO₂ removal harder, and every 0.01°C of temperature increase makes the world more chaotic and dangerous.

"The women we honour today made it possible for Earthlings to lift beyond the bounds of Earth, for generations of trailblazers to follow." #HiddenFiguresNoMore Katherine Johnson, Mary Jackson & Dorothy Vaughan receive the Congressional Gold Medal!
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Yes that’s what I am saying. Meaning to reference the daily mail article/headline.

What happened to the blending of Germanic and other tribes into the “English”? Wait did someone writing an article sleep through basic History class?

Wow. We are in the new world, which is oddly expanding,where you can just make things up out of whole cloth and a large contingent of humans accept it to the point of wanting to target and kill other -or is it the old world???

He does not understand what a tariff is. He thinks the exporter pays it instead of the importer. It then is passed on to the consumer. In the instance of a country where many imports come it can influence consumers to alter but if not they pay. Not the exporter😳

Ever.

I live overhearing native speakers speak without interruption. It makes me only more curious, and also envy their multilingual skills when I hear them speak English or another language I can understand a bit.

Native* not notice.