#ReleasetheEpsteinfiles

Soldier wounded in elevator collapse at IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv * * *

Soldier wounded in elevator collapse at IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_ent...

Kentucky man wakes during organ harvesting procedure, prompting federal investigation TJ Hoover was declared brain dead after suffering an overdose in October 2021, but his sister Donna Rhorer says doctors attempted to harvest his organs while he was still showing signs of life.

"Kentucky man wakes during organ harvesting procedure, prompting federal investigation"
www.lex18.com/news/coverin...

Hundreds of malnourished Palestinians in Gaza have been scrambling to grab desperately-needed aid in the Israeli-besieged enclave.

WAM

#Oneinfive #1in5 #Nakba "One in every five children in Gaza suffers from malnutrition: UNRWA"
wam.ae/article/bkv0...

US-EU trade talks: Will the EU chief clinch a deal with Trump? The US president is to meet the EU chief in Scotland as Brussels strives for a deal before Trump’s Friday deadline.

The US president is to meet the EU chief in Scotland as Brussels strives for a deal before Trump’s Friday deadline.

WAM

#Oneinfive #1in5 #Nakba "One in every five children in Gaza suffers from malnutrition: UNRWA"
wam.ae/article/bkv0...

An attack on a Catholic church in eastern DR Congo has killed at least 38 people, according to local media.

Attackers wielding guns and machetes are suspected to be members of the ISIL-linked armed group Allied Democratic Forces.

UNRWA: Israel Forcing New Displacement in Gaza as Food Crisis Worsens | Sada Elbalad The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has warned that Israeli authorities are forcing Palestinians in Gaza to flee once again amid escalating humanitarian condition...

"UNRWA: Israel Forcing New Displacement in Gaza as Food Crisis Worsens" see.news/unrwa-israel... #Warning

Gaza airdrops will not reverse deepening starvation, says UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini warns airdrops are dangerous, costly and a ‘distraction’ from Gaza’s deepening humanitarian crisis - Anadolu Ajansı

"MIDDLE EAST

Gaza airdrops will not reverse deepening starvation, says UNRWA chief"
www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-ea...

Matthew Reweti who is running for Wellington City Council’s Māori Ward, stands on a footpath. Behind is a typical Wellington suburban street with a car parked. In front of the car broken yellow line.

Toitū te Tiriti. I’ll be voting YES ☑️ I want to keep the Māori Ward for WCC and GWRC

‘Apocalypse’: Turkiye wildfires reach key northwest city as hundreds flee Bursa governor’s office says 1,765 people have been evacuated as more than 1,900 firefighters battle the flames.

Bursa governor’s office says 1,765 people have been evacuated as more than 1,900 firefighters battle the flames.

UNRWA chief says airdrops will not alleviate starvation in Gaza The commissioner-general of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) says the airdrops of humanitarian aid into Gaza are an ineffective and perilous diversion from the pressing necessity to lift...

"UNRWA chief says airdrops will not alleviate starvation in Gaza"
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'A distraction': Unrwa says Israeli and GHF claims over UN aid delivery are baseless Unrwa's director of communications says claims distract from the real issue, which is the mass starvation of Palestinians in Gaza

'A distraction': Unrwa says Israeli and GHF claims over UN aid delivery are baseless www.middleeasteye.net/news/unrwa-s...

Os dejo esta maravilla

YouTube video by iamRucka Free P Diddy! We Built This City Parody ~ Rucka Rucka Ali

Free P Diddy! We Built This City Parody ~ Rucka Rucka Ali youtu.be/4uZXbpLMm6I?... via @YouTube I like the original song!

'I'm not a sex pest': Wallace apologises for behaviour Gregg Wallace also defended co-host John Torode, saying he is not a racist.

This drives me to distraction. Racism and sexual harassment is something that you DO. You can’t defend yourself against it by claiming it’s not something that you ARE.

(Also the word ‘apologises’ is doing a lot of heavy lifting, here).

On the Role of State Department Career Attorneys A response to Brian Finucane's "The Legal Fig Leaf: The US-El Salvador Detainee Diplomatic Notes" on role of State Department attorneys.

On the Role of State Department Career Attorneys

A Letter to the Editor by Christina Sanford in her personal capacity

Trump was evasive about Epstein and Maxwell and said that there is not going to be a deal with Hamas, they are going to be "hunted down". #Israel #Mossad #IsraelHamaswar #Hamas

Thailand urges bilateral talks with Cambodia, open to regional mediation Thai Foreign Ministry spokesman tells Al Jazeera direct talks with Cambodia are priority as deadly clashes continue.

Thai Foreign Ministry spokesman tells Al Jazeera direct talks with Cambodia are priority as deadly clashes continue.

A young woman just gestured for me to go ahead of her onto a train. You know what comes next? Young people giving up their seats for me trains/my Duchess Era.

CBS News investigation: The secret double life of Thomas Crooks, Trump’s would-be assassin A monthslong investigation by CBS News punctures Thomas Crooks’ secrecy to reveal the broadest portrait yet of the lonesome young student who tried to kill President Trump.

So this article suggests that Crooks panicked after being confronted by an officer, which led to Crooks's accuracy failure. "The secret double life of Thomas Crooks, Trump’s would-be assassin"
www.cbsnews.com/lifeofthomas...

There's simply no excuse.

US wrestling icon Hulk Hogan dies at 71 Hogan helped elevate US wrestling to a global phenomenon during the 1980s with his flair and bravado.

Hogan helped elevate US wrestling to a global phenomenon during the 1980s with his flair and bravado.

Jesus sets free.

Is Trump's purported gunshot wound to his right ear and subsequent recovery plausible? Trump showed Joe Rogan a scar from the injury, but is there actual photographic evidence of a scar on his right ear from the shooting? To evaluate the plausibility of Donald Trump's purported gunshot wound to his right ear and subsequent recovery, as well as the existence of photographic evidence of a scar, I’ll break this down systematically based on available information, critically examining the evidence while addressing the claim that Trump showed Joe Rogan a scar. Plausibility of the Gunshot Wound and Recovery Description of the Injury: On July 13, 2024, during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Trump was injured in an assassination attempt. He stated on Truth Social that a bullet “pierced the upper part of my right ear,” causing significant bleeding. Rep. Ronny Jackson, Trump’s former White House physician and a Republican congressman, provided a detailed account in a letter shared by Trump on July 20, 2024. Jackson described a 2 cm-wide gunshot wound to the right ear from a high-powered rifle, which extended to the cartilaginous surface. He noted significant initial bleeding, swelling of the upper ear, and intermittent bleeding requiring a dressing, but no sutures were needed due to the wound’s nature. Trump received a CT scan at Butler Memorial Hospital and was reported to be recovering well with ongoing evaluations, including a hearing test. The FBI confirmed on July 26, 2024, that Trump was struck by a bullet, clarifying earlier uncertainty from FBI Director Christopher Wray about whether it was a bullet or shrapnel. A New York Times analysis of bullet trajectories, footage, and photos also strongly suggested a bullet grazed Trump’s ear. Eric Trump described the injury as a “nice flesh wound” with no stitches required, and Trump himself claimed in a press conference that he had “pretty much recovered” and was a “fast healer.” Medical Plausibility: Nature of the Injury: A gunshot wound to the ear, especially a grazing injury, is plausible. The ear’s highly vascular cartilage can bleed profusely even from minor trauma, as noted by Jackson and emergency room physician Dr. David Rottinghaus. Such wounds often heal without sutures if they involve only superficial tissue (skin and fat), as Jackson described. Recovery Timeline: By July 16, 2024, Trump appeared at the Republican National Convention (RNC) with a large bandage on his ear, which he wore for several days. By July 26, he was seen without a bandage, with no visible bleeding or significant damage. The ear’s cartilage heals relatively quickly, and superficial wounds can close within days to weeks, often leaving minimal scarring, especially if no sutures are needed. Trump’s claim of recovery within weeks aligns with this, though cartilage injuries can sometimes cause minor long-term changes like slight distortion. Potential Complications: Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a trauma neurosurgeon, emphasized the need for a full assessment due to risks from gunshot blasts near the head, such as brain bleeding, inner ear damage, or psychological trauma. However, Jackson reported no concussive effects, and Trump’s public appearances suggested no significant ongoing issues. Critical Assessment: The injury’s description—a grazing bullet wound causing a 2 cm superficial lesion—is consistent with medical expectations for a minor ear injury. The absence of stitches and rapid healing are plausible, especially for a superficial wound. The CT scan and lack of reported neurological or auditory deficits further support a minor injury. However, the lack of official medical records or detailed public reports from Butler Memorial Hospital has fueled skepticism. While Jackson’s account is detailed, it comes from a politically aligned source, which some critics argue could bias its credibility. Independent medical confirmation would strengthen the narrative. Conclusion on Plausibility: The gunshot wound and recovery are medically plausible based on the described injury, treatment, and timeline. A grazing bullet to the ear would cause significant bleeding but could heal quickly without major intervention, consistent with Trump’s public appearances and statements. Photographic Evidence of a Scar Claim of Showing a Scar to Joe Rogan: You mentioned that Trump showed Joe Rogan a scar from the injury. This likely refers to an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience on October 25, 2024 (Episode #2211), where Trump discussed the assassination attempt. In the interview, Trump described the injury, stating the bullet “took a little chunk of [his] ear” and pointed to his ear, suggesting a visible mark. However, no clear photographic evidence from the podcast itself shows a distinct scar, as the camera angles and resolution may not capture fine details. Additionally, Joe Rogan did not explicitly confirm seeing a scar in the discussion, and no specific mention of a visible scar is documented in transcripts or reports from this interview. Available Photographic Evidence: Immediate Aftermath (July 13, 2024): Photos from the rally, including those by Evan Vucci (AP) and Doug Mills (New York Times), show Trump with blood on his face and right ear, consistent with an injury. A widely circulated image by Mills captured a bullet streaking past Trump’s head, supporting the bullet wound narrative. Post-Injury with Bandage: At the RNC (July 15–18, 2024), Trump wore a large bandage over his right ear, visible in numerous photos and videos. This obscured any direct view of the wound. Post-Bandage Photos (Late July 2024 and Beyond): By July 26, 2024, Trump appeared without a bandage, and photos showed no obvious holes, gashes, or significant scarring. A September 2024 report by The Independent described a journalist observing Trump’s ear with only a “minor distortion” resembling “the distant aftermath of a sunburn” rather than a dramatic scar. No clear, high-resolution public photos explicitly show a scar. Skeptical Claims on X: Some X posts (e.g., @thejackhopkins, @RetroAgent12, @vjvbookcook) claim there is no visible scar or evidence of injury, citing the lack of medical photos and Trump’s ear appearing “pristine” weeks later. These posts suggest the injury was exaggerated or staged, but they lack corroborating evidence and are speculative. Misleading Photos: A photo circulated online claiming to show Trump’s ear undamaged was debunked as being from a 2022 rally in Ohio, not 2024. Analysis of Scar Visibility: A superficial gunshot wound to the ear may not leave a prominent scar, especially if it involved only skin and fat, as Jackson described. Scars from such injuries can be minimal or fade quickly, particularly in individuals with good healing (Trump claimed to be a “fast healer”). The lack of clear photographic evidence of a scar could be due to the wound’s superficial nature, lighting, camera angles, or Trump’s ear anatomy obscuring minor marks. The Independent’s description of a “minor distortion” suggests some residual effect, but not a dramatic scar visible in typical photos. The claim that Trump showed Rogan a scar is not substantiated by clear visual evidence in the podcast or subsequent reports. Without high-resolution images or medical documentation, this remains anecdotal. Critical Assessment: The absence of public, high-resolution photos showing a clear scar does not disprove the injury, as minor wounds may leave subtle or no visible scarring. However, the lack of official medical images or detailed post-healing photos fuels skepticism, particularly among critics on X who question the injury’s severity or existence. The immediate post-shooting photos showing blood and the bullet trajectory analysis provide strong evidence of an injury, countering claims of a “staged” event. Conclusion Plausibility: The gunshot wound to Trump’s right ear and his rapid recovery are medically plausible. A superficial grazing wound from a bullet, as described by Jackson and supported by the FBI and New York Times analysis, would cause significant bleeding but could heal within weeks without sutures, leaving minimal visible damage. Photographic Evidence of a Scar: No clear, publicly available photos show a distinct scar on Trump’s right ear. While Trump reportedly pointed to a mark during the Joe Rogan interview, no definitive visual evidence confirms a visible scar. Photos from late July 2024 onward show no obvious damage, though a minor distortion was noted by one reporter. The lack of medical records or high-resolution images leaves room for speculation, but immediate post-shooting photos and witness accounts support the occurrence of an injury. Skepticism and Misinformation: Claims on X denying the injury often rely on misleading or old photos (e.g., from 2022) and lack substantiation. While the absence of detailed medical transparency invites questions, the weight of evidence—photos of blood, bullet trajectory analysis, and credible reports—supports the injury’s occurrence. If you seek further clarity, releasing medical records or high-resolution images of the ear post-healing would help address lingering doubts. For now, the evidence leans toward a minor, plausible injury with limited visible long-term effects.

Is Trump's purported gunshot wound to his right ear and subsequent recovery plausible? Trump showed Joe Rogan a scar from the injury, but is there actual photographic evidence of a scar on his right ear from the shooting? I asked grok
. #BlueAnon
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A pink & white Stargazer Lily with a surprising pop of yellow has opened in the garden. Magenta Barberry is in the background and green foliage creates a wonderful frame for this beautiful variegated flower.

The Stargazer Lilies in my garden have fully opened, so this one gets to be the true star of today's... And on Wednesdays we wear pink!
#Photography #PhotographersOfBluesky #BloomScrolling #PhotographersUnited #Gardens #GardenHour #Flowers #Nature 🌿 #Summer