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Grant funding will give 15 Alaska libraries free access to many paywalled newspapers The libraries can now offer online access to up-to-date news, plus an archive of old papers.

Fifteen libraries across Alaska will be gaining access to a large online database of national and in-state news sources.

Pope Leo blasts economy that marginalizes poor while wealthy live in bubble of luxury Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer.

Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer. In his first teaching document Thursday, Leo confirms that he is in perfect lockstep with Pope Francis on matters of social injustice.

Alex Delvecchio, one of the most notable players in Detroit Red Wings history and a three-time Stanley Cup champion, has died at age 93, the team announced on Tuesday.

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Amazing flea market find for $10. This Ashton Limestone is. the base of an inkwell. It was made from stone salvaged from the Parliament @HouseofCommons which was bombed in #WWII May 1941. These and other items were made for fundraisers for war relief. I think I got a treasure!

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OUR BILL PASSED the New York State Assembly yesterday -- UNANIMOUSLY! 🤩

It's still not a done deal yet. It has to go to the governor, and be signed, and not have last-minute line-item edits or a veto.

But we are now SO much closer to reforming New York's vital records access!

Too many books? I think what you mean is not enough bookshelves.

It’s called the Library of Congress. But Trump claims it’s his. The case is the latest example of efforts by the Trump administration to erase the traditional lines that separate the branches of government.

The case is the latest example of efforts by the Trump administration to erase the traditional lines that separate the branches of government.

Bid to reunite family with letter to RAF darling found 80 years on The letter, signed by Jean, says she is counting the days until her

Man who bought a military uniform about 5 years ago finds a letter from December 1945 in the pocket written by a woman to her sweetheart in the RAF. 👇
BBC News - Bid to reunite family with letter to RAF darling found 80 years on - BBC News
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I really miss having a leader who understands decency, respect and is not a daily embarrassment.

YouTube video by Sage for Iowa Sage for Senate Launch Video

"Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst gets her first Democratic challenger for 2026

"Nathan Sage touts his background as a veteran, mechanic and sports radio host, pushing for a party that 'people like me will actually want to be a part of'..."

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Professional Genealogy Software - Evidentia Software Evidentia Software: Professional Genealogy Software for Accurate Research & Comprehensive Family History Documentation

#OnePlaceWednesday Lots of software talk today so I'll put in a good word for Evidentia Software, too. Evidentia walks you through evidence analysis (see next post). It's good for working gnarly family reconstructions. 🧵 evidentiasoftware.com

Trump is attempting to eliminate federal funding for libraries.

We need you to take action now at SaveIMLS.org

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This is what a critically endangered Red Wolf looks like. If we work together, we can save them 🐺

nywolf.org

So has the WH actually formally, legally papered the tariff pause or…are they actually still operational?

National public health group calls for RFK Jr. to resign, citing 'complete disregard for science' Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has shown "complete disregard for science” and should resign, says Georges Benjamin of the American Public Health Association.

Yup. www.statnews.com/2025/04/09/r...

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Screenshot of the front cover of the digital zine "DIY web archiving", which has large-sized text stating: "Things disappear from the internet. Care about stuff on the web? You need to act to archive it. Anyone can do it—this zine shows you how."

#ICYMI folks w/deep experience re:crisis web archiving (@sucho-org.bsky.social)+building tools for it (@webrecorder.net) made a free zine teaching how anyone can archive the things you love on the web before they go away: zinebakery.com/homemade-zin... & why you shouldn't expect others will do so

What’s an SS-5 and how does it help my lineage society application? Depending on where you lived, if you were born before the 1910s, you may not have had a birth certificate. New England required them as early as the 1640s. In the South, it was much later. Yet, lin…

And in today's installment of why access to governmental records matters, I just had to order another SS-5... #genealogy
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Indoor exhibition titled "Wonders of DC Trees" featuring informational panels and artwork displays. Brightly lit space with modern architecture and several visitors viewing the exhibits.

Celebrate D.C.’s trees at MLK Library! In collaboration with Casey Trees, Zenith Community presents an exhibit blending expert insight & artistic vision. See original works inspired by our urban forest before the exhibit travels to neighborhood libraries! bit.ly/4ldWFLF

Donate today, and we'll use 100% of your donations to fight against the cuts to Federal Funding for libraries and the IMLS.; learn more and take action at saveimls.org.

The Reclaim The Records crew at RootsTech, rendered in Studio Ghibli style

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Woot! Hosting a women in WWII group and have already had a person come with a photo of their Marine Corp serving Mom and filed a FOIA with her husband for his Army serving Mom. Thanks @reclaimtherecords.org!

Cory Booker, winding down: "We need a greater love in this country a greater fight in this country a greater determination." And re: Strom Thurmond: "I'm not here because of his speech. I'm here despite his speech. The people are more powerful."

America’s unions and working people across the country are in the streets rallying today to send a message: #HandsOff our unions, our contracts, and our essential services!

And cutting off library funding to state libraries and cutting off funding to prevent the spread of infectious disease?!?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul!