John Howard

Cycling through life's transitions Our bicycles have been lifelong liberating companions

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Cycling through life's transitions Our bicycles have been lifelong liberating companions

I’ve ridden a bicycle almost as long as I’ve lived. Why do we have such attachments to them? I explore that question a bit in this personal essay, reflecting on the companionship, utility and joys of cycling in three countries across almost 70 years.
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Trump White House hangs image of Biden autopen signature in new ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ | CNN Politics President Donald Trump has introduced a “Presidential Walk of Fame” along a noticeable walkway outside the West Wing of the White House.

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Casey @ We're Moving to Europe (@weremovingtoeurope) Ever dreamed of getting your master's degree in France? France recently announced the Lafayette Fellowship master's degree scholarship program for Americans who recently earned or are about to comple...

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The Government’s Chilling Role in Jimmy Kimmel’s Cancellation Krassencast - Protecting Democracy During Trump 2.0 is a reader-supported publication.

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Plagiarism, AI, and avatar identities - the new dogs of the creators' internet Policies of online platforms used by creators, or the absence of policies, can lead to confusion, deception and even fraud

I've posted an essay today on a trio of problematic concerns that that are topical among librarians, and I'd appreciate hearing how the library community is dealing with them as a critical thinking issue. I know there are lots of librarians out there ...
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Jim Acosta (@jimacosta) Trump’s disgraceful treatment of White House correspondent Yamiche Alcindor needs to be called out. News organizations in Washington used to do that. There is something wrong with the press in our nat...

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John B Howard (@leavingamerica) With the rentrée, the cycle of memberships in many French Associations starts anew, so it’s a good time to re-issue my updated piece on why new residents of France might want to join an Association.

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John B Howard (@leavingamerica) It’s 16 years ago today that my family and I made our permanent move from the U.S. to Ireland, taking up jobs at University College Dublin. This is Ligouri House, a Georgian estate house on UCD’s Blac...

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AI Disorder in the Courtroom | FUSION "I loved that AI, thank you for that."  Judge Todd Lang's words echoed through the Maricopa County Superior Court on May 1, 2025, after ...

A fascinating commentary on the use of AI in the courtroom: fusionaier.org/2025/ai-diso...

Joe Walsh (@socialcontractwithjoewalsh) What a waste. I feel bad for these guys. They have lives, families, and jobs. And they’re being used by a cruel, mad, fascist.

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Anchor Light Publications (@anchorlightpublications) This smart informed citizen dispenses more structure and planning in 4 minutes than the Democratic Party has since Trump was elected! Lead Gentlemen. Time is of the essence! Help us help you! @Gavi...

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Opinion | I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live.

Policy always looks different when it hits close to home ; we’ve seen this before.

I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/o...

Nice : s’inspirant d’Airbnb, cette plateforme niçoise propose des nuitées sur un bateau à quai Depuis trois ans, Bedboat met en relation des propriétaires de bateau et des particuliers, non pas pour y effectuer des balades en mer mais pour y dormir.

Nice : s’inspirant d’Airbnb, cette plateforme niçoise propose des nuitées sur un bateau à quai

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Julien Hoez (@julienhoez) Statement by President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Starmer, President Stubb, Prime Minister Tusk, President Costa, President von der Leyen

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Why Young Americans Dread Turning 26: Health Insurance Chaos

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Aaron Rupar (@aaronrupar) Trump claims he’s cut drug prices by “1,500 percent”

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John B Howard (@leavingamerica) The Irish passport office is truly a thing of wonder. Passport renewal application submitted online Wednesday afternoon; status on Thursday, the next day: Passport DISPATCHED, Passport card DISPATCHED...

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July 30, 2025 On July 2, 2024, just about a year ago, president of the right-wing Heritage Foundation Kevin Roberts told the listeners of Steve Bannon’s War Room webcast: “[W]e are going to win.

July 30, 2025 A useful year-to-date summary of the dismantling of democratic government in the U.S.
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John Howard (@seekingtranquillity) Language is full of nuance and meaning--whether written or spoken, it's how we express ourselves and how we understand others. Language mastery can help us flourish, even help us survive. If you study...

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Republicans Look to Rename Kennedy Center Opera House After Melania Trump

My stomach turned when I by read this …
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What has it taken to unite France's divided voters? A hated, toxic chemical | Alexander Hurst A student-led petition against a bill that would reintroduce a banned insecticide is spreading like wildfire. Will the government listen, asks Guardian Europe columnist Alexander Hurst

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Opinion | Fear Comes to America

Fear Comes to America www.nytimes.com/2025/07/21/o...

Opinion | Students Want the Liberal Arts. Administrators, Not So Much.

Students Want the Liberal Arts. Administrators, Not So Much. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/17/o...

Opinion | The Dollar’s in Trouble, but Not for the Reason You Think

The Dollar’s in Trouble, but Not for the Reason You Think www.nytimes.com/2025/07/11/o...

Can anyone please explain to me why celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence with a "rage in the cage" match is a good idea?

'Positive review only': Researchers hide AI prompts in papers Instructions in preprints from 14 universities highlight controversy on AI in peer review

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"Moral failure" seems like quite an understatement ...

Mind the tax authorities and treaties, but be mindful of "extra-taxation" Hard-up governments can be creative in levying fees that others call taxes

Some nerdy observations on taxes and the like, especially in France and Ireland ...
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If leaving the U.S. for another country, plan using official resources, not just social media When contemplating moving abroad, a person grounded in reality is likely to formulate two types of questions: (1) what are the legal and bureaucratic issues I need to be aware of, both with regard to ...

If leaving the U.S. for another country, plan using official resources, not just social media
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