G. D. Falksen

Cosmic horror chic

What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy caused by tick bites Studies have linked ticks on six continents to alpha-gal syndrome and its unusual symptoms. An entomologist explains what this frustrating illness is.

There are a few theories on how a tick bite triggers alpha-gal syndrome and why only a small proportion of people bitten develop the allergy. To understand the theories, it helps to understand what happens as a tick starts feeding on you. (via @us.theconversation.com)

The world is going to hell all around me.

Screw it. I'm gonna try and sell some books anyway.

The real Dark Ages happened when Petrarch locked himself in the basement over the weekend and ran out of candles.

We live in an age where you pay money for a company to give you a random piece of junk to distract you from the horrors of the world.

The Stories of Tanith Lee Special edition of Tempting The Gods

So I have this up and running
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Soul gives everything context.

That would make a great sound booth for recording and streaming

Found nature’s Labubu. Meet the telescopefish:

Lillian Gish in The Wind (1928)

Cartoon by Maria Scrivan: Benefits of Books, with a graphic of a book and its benefits: no glare, no battery, dog ears, probably won't get stolen at the beach, smells good, no pop up ads

Why read books? Because books are still the most powerful, reliable, transportive & magical storytelling technology we've invented - and all they need to work is YOUR OWN IMAGINATION! #booksky

(Cartoon by @mariascrivan.bsky.social)

Here's a list of where Trump's tariff threats -- and trade deals -- stand Finding it hard to track the latest U.S. trade policy state of play? Here's a look the deals the president has announced and the several rounds of proposed rates he's so far threatened to impose.

Finding it hard to track the latest U.S. trade policy state of play? Here's a look the deals the president has announced and the several rounds of proposed rates he's so far threatened to impose.

A flight of dragons swoops past a rocky mountain peak down that mostly obscures the sun. The light tints green sky yellow along the ridge. With wings spread wide, the lead dragon pulls up from a dive with beak open to expose teeth and tongue. The arc of its climb intersects a red striated planet. The female dragonrider raises one arm up as she glances back over her shoulder.

DRAGONFLIGHT (1978)
Acrylic on Masonite - 20" X 30"

For the first book in Anne McCaffrey's now legendary Dragonriders of Pern series, I wanted to create a literal visualization of the title. I selected an aerial point-of-view and tilted the horizon to simulate the dizzying sensation of flight. 1/4

NEW: Minnesota just ranked the third best state to have a baby. That’s no coincidence.

We’re expanding paid leave and child care, delivering a nation-leading child tax credit, and investing in public schools. We’re putting families first and it’s making a difference.

Because you needed a video of a Porcupine eating an apple... You're welcome #bluesky... ☺️

REPORTER: The next report may shock and surprise you, but only if you are unaware of how stupid everything is.

Hi, I'm J. Robert Oppenheimer, welcome to Jackass.

'Allo 'Allo, but make it grimdark.

It's my birthday, I got a book done, so my reward is to finally get to sit down and binge ANDOR.
#starwars

So this is the goal. Replace human created stories and art with user generated "choose your own adventure" experiences so they don't have to pay anyone for creative work.
#ai #art #film

A bunny sits among three kiwi fruits, each labeled "Gold." The bunny also has a "Gold" sticker on its head, set against a calligraphy background.

Photo of Tom Lehrer

My last living musical hero is still my hero but unfortunately no longer living. RIP to the great, great Mr. Tom Lehrer.

"It's still bad, very bad, but it's better."
#nocontext

Oh great. It's hailing in July.

I just got a book done. The only hint to what it's about will be this 😈😇❤️‍🔥

I'm writing a new book and part of writing this book involves learning a lot about the Hoover Dam.

A light brown bunny wearing small round, thin-framed glasses.

'Flesh-eating' bacteria infections are showing up again in Florida. Here's how to avoid them Experts say it is essential to keep a keen eye out this summer for any activities that can cause a break in the skin.

I would avoid the raw bar this summer
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The news today: "There are four kinds of ticks to worry about this summer, and they all have thermonuclear weapons."