Sad update, my beautiful Blini passed in her sleep. She had a number of health issues and a recent surgical procedure (that was necessary) plus the heatwaves were all too much. She passed quietly at night at home. Mimo is so far doing ok. Blini got me through many difficult times, I miss her dearly

Happy #Caturday. They're taking turns at the photo station on the square.

Anyone planning a holiday in France, be warned that another heatwave is coming next week — the fourth this summer.

Should Travelers Give Up on Summer in Western Europe Because of the Heat?

A favorite vacation option may be at risk because of rising temperatures. Even those sticking with their summer plans agree: More air conditioning would help.

nytimes.com

Early morning flight with Gwen Stefani (and No Doubt) years ago. Even in casual sweats and a time when everyone was groggy, she looked fabulous.

Jeremy Dauber@jeremydauber.bsky.social · 2w ago

Random question: what celebrity have you met in real life who was dramatically better looking than ypu thought they were based on on screen appearance?

Bring back measles, to own the libs. Heckuva job by RFK Jr.

Phil Lewis@phillewis.bsky.social · 2w ago

ATLANTA (AP) — US surpasses 2025’s record-breaking tally for measles cases, with 2,318 cases and 5 more months left in the year.

It's incredible to see what corrupt, bad leaders do for a country. Is it possible to recover? Seems doubtful.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 2w ago

Enten on the 67 point swing (!!!) against Israel among Americans: "We're not just talking about the Democratic base anymore. The general electorate has turned against Israel. This is not just a left issue. It's an American issue. The trend line is unbelievable."

Replenished my peach and melon supplies this morning.

This poor train is still lost and trying to find its way back home.

Today's proof showing how billionaires hate everyone other than themselves. This Trump loving asshole is firing 21,000 employees because he gambled and is losing. To think people wonder why the DSA is gaining popularity in the US. www.jpost.com/business-and...

AI bet goes awry: Oracle fires 21,000 employees | The Jerusalem Post

Oracle laid off ~13% of its staff to fund a $300B computing deal with OpenAI. Now, a credit downgrade and $7B in required power grid guarantees put the massive project in jeopardy.

jpost.com

#foodhistory Bagel time #breakfast

The bagel’s journey from Jewish immigrant food to American breakfast staple

The bagel in America is an immigrant story with a hole in the middle. It came with Eastern European Jews escaping poverty and antisemitism, landing in New York street carts and bakeries.

apnews.com

Induction. The future is here, folks, and it's name is induction. It's faster, cleaner, and much safer. When you can upgrade, do.

Sammy Roth@sammyroth.bsky.social · 2w ago

Insane new research. Scientists gave asthma patients free electric stoves to replace their gas stoves, then checked to see if symptoms improved. Not only did symptoms improve, ditching gas was *better than medicine.* Details in today's newsletter: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com/p/electric-s...

Yeah, bragging about having support of mass murder Kissinger or rightwing wacko Liz Cheney makes sense though right? JFC these bed wetters are the worst and should spend a lot more time asking why so many support the DSA over who has been governing.

The Bulwark@thebulwark.com · 2w ago

The vibes may be exciting, but if Democrats are going to win this year and in 2028, they must reject the DSA. If you’re tempted by a democratic socialist this year, think of what use Republicans will make of these victories, and ask whether you want to do favors for fascists.

DSA is on the upswing now because it is the one flavor of Democrats actually governing right now. It would be helpful if other flavors did too, especially if they don't want DSA to run the table.

Thor Benson@thorbenson.bsky.social · 2w ago

I think a party that can welcome anti-Trump Republicans can also embrace members of the DSA. I think it should, actually

Faster response times by the Paris fire department thanks to new larger bike lanes is something cities such as Berlin, Montréal and other cities should consider as they turn back the clock on cycling. It's also something progressive cities should think about when building out.

EmmanuelSPV@emmanuelspv.bsky.social · 2w ago

Dans le rapport 2025 de la Brigade des Sapeurs-Pompiers de Paris, le temps d'intervention moyen est stable à 6'15", toujours notablement inférieur aux 7'23" de 2019, avant le boom de création des pistes cyclables. Ceux qui affirment que les pistes gênent les secours ne parlent jamais de cela.

The Paris fire service report 2025 shows time to arrival at a call out has decreased since the major roll out of protected cycle lanes in Paris (from 7m23s in 2019 to 6m15s in 2025). Increasing safety for cyclists and discouraging cars from the city center has shortened emergency response times.

EmmanuelSPV@emmanuelspv.bsky.social · 2w ago

Dans le rapport 2025 de la Brigade des Sapeurs-Pompiers de Paris, le temps d'intervention moyen est stable à 6'15", toujours notablement inférieur aux 7'23" de 2019, avant le boom de création des pistes cyclables. Ceux qui affirment que les pistes gênent les secours ne parlent jamais de cela.

Living the glam life.

Wait, what? I think my train is lost.

At least the billionaire owners can still afford a second mega yacht to prop up their egos.

Liz Szabo@lizszabo.bsky.social · 2w ago

Amazon workers, Uber drivers increasingly using SNAP, Medicaid www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

Nice moon tonight.

Republican Golden Age of America, in action.

Carl Quintanilla@carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 2w ago

Job postings in the US not picking up. (Indeed data, via Schwab)

Looked around for beach stuff since my teenage goddaughter is visiting and found an inflatable crocodile at Action for 6€. Saw the exact same thing at a local beach store for 20€!

Gates Foundation continued to meet with Epstein after he (Epstein) pleaded guilty to solicitation of a minor. It's no wonder Gates shows up for every Trump event with TechBros. Can't believe anyone thinks we should let this guy decide anything about our future. apnews.com/article/bill...

The Gates Foundation met with Epstein about 30 times despite staff concerns, an external review says

An external review of the Gates Foundation's ties to Jeffrey Epstein has found that staff met more than two dozen times with the disgraced financier.

apnews.com

Good morning.

Can't stop laughing tonight watching the douane (French customs ship) slowly move back and forth just beyond where the megayachts are anchored. It's like a shark stalking its prey.

Having spent a lifetime in the tech world I'm familiar with this bullshit, but I don't think others appreciate just how much these guys dish out meaningless bullshit every day. They know it's bullshit, investors know it's bullshit but they keep going with more bullshit to create bullshit mountain.

Carl Quintanilla@carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 2w ago

That’s an oldie but a goodie. Nine years ago this week. @montanaskeptic.bsky.social

LOL the TechBros are already running out of cash with little hope left of anything other than a fire sale or government bailout and now cheap/free AI tools from China ready to deliver the death blow. I hope they don't order too many private jets and yachts too early.

Carl Quintanilla@carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 2w ago

“.. He also highlighted a central challenge ..: .. If everyone uses AI systems that people largely don’t pay for, there would be no way to finance continued frontier AI development.” @wsj.com www.wsj.com/tech/ai/top-...

sounds like a... forever war

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 2w ago

Trump says the fight with Iran will continue indefinitely: "We're not finished at all ... we're not leaving right now"

Enten on polling for Trump's war on Iran: "Historically unpopular is the phrase I'd use. The war was unpopular to start & it's become even less popular... 40 points underwater!... more than 2 in 3 Americans say the Iran was not worth it... even less than the 40% who said the Iraq war was worth it."

Microsoft is planning to build three massive AI data centres in Leeds. They'll drain 1000s of litres of water from the River Aire and become the city's biggest carbon emitter. We can still stop the council's final sign-off, but we need more voices. Add your name: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pr...

Stop the Microsoft AI megasite in Leeds!

Microsoft wants to build three huge AI data centres at Skelton Grange. It would drain the River Aire and become the city's biggest carbon emitter. We can still stop it - add your name to the petition.

you.38degrees.org.uk