Turns out I was following a bunch of dead/suspended accounts. Finally cleaned that up - feels good to have an actual active feed. It's handy to be able to keep my app up to date, & to find those who initially followed me, only to unfollow me later. Whatever, this app works! blueskytracker.app

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Remember when greed wasn't good? I do:

We knee he was, yet again, lying: theintercept.com/2026/07/21/i...

“Cover-Up” Unravels as Pentagon Admits Nearly 100 Injured in Iran Strikes

The Department of War disclosed a massive spike in U.S. military casualties, but it’s still not showing in the official count.

theintercept.com

Perfect parallel (except war shouldav looked like Hegstreth):

True (borrowed from threads):

Exactly!

In the land of the free & the home of the brave, under Trump, this is the norm: www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/...

ICE agent behind fatal shooting in Maine reportedly had troubled history

Relatives of David Brouillette, the agent who shot and killed a man in Maine, said he had record of violent behaviour.

aljazeera.com

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And if you believe the policy change had nothing to do with the almost 300 flu cases amongst the recruits, I have a bridge to sell you: www.skepticalraptor.com/skepticalrap...

Pentagon flu vaccine policy caused an outbreak at a military base?

Hegseth changed the mandatory flu vaccine policy for military personnel, claiming it weakened war-fighting capabilities.

skepticalraptor.com

Trump's "winning streak": he supported the Chefs @ Super Bowl LX, they crashed; & when he attends events, as 1) @ the Commanders home game, they lost; 2) @ Miami, who lost the NCAA; & 3) the USA lost @ the Ryder cup. & now he's poisoned the World Cup. So much losing!

I have a whole new appreciation of critters once characterized as 'rats of the avian world': www.popsci.com/environment/...

Pigeons are surprisingly good at detecting cancer

Scientists are using the birds' skills to train AI medical tools.

popsci.com

The American Songbook: www.cbsnews.com/news/the-sun...

The "Sunday Morning" Essential American Songbook: Defining America through its music

As our nation celebrates its 250th birthday, "Sunday Morning" asked some notable Americans to name their favorite songs by American artists. The result: A diverse list of 250 songs from all musical ge...

cbsnews.com

About right:

Grace & warm wishes from Team Iran to the people of Los Angeles:

Once upon a time this would have been funny (sigh):

Byron Donalds, a GOP candidate, is running on literacy in Florida. (Note the sign.)

Fingers crossed:

CVJ@enuffsaysv.bsky.social · 2mo ago

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For some reason, I've recently been followed by guys who are, IMO, looking for hook-ups with whomever enjoys things found on places like OnlyFans. I do not understand this - my posts are almost entirely political. Any insight on this would be gratefully appreciated.

Seems correct:

Finally!!

Scott Pelley was fired by 60 Minutes for telling the truth. 60 Minutes had been must-see TV for my family since its inception: no longer - it has been polluted such it is poisonous. I refuse to watch anything on CBS from now on, & I hope those for whom facts & truth matter will agree.

I live in NorCal, our primary is 6/2; we are unlucky to have the most expensive election for governor ever. Tom Steyer has broken all spending records trying to win-his ads are ubiquitus, & they're driving me nuts! If he wins, it means the rich can buy political office even here on the left coast.

This is, imo, important, esp given Trump's disgraceful picks. Please consider reposting, too.

American Association for the Advancement of Science@aaas.org · 3mo ago

"While an unconventional background is not necessarily disqualifying, it does require greater scrutiny of the nomination by Congress.” AAAS CEO Sudip Parikh urges the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, & Pensions to hold an open hearing before voting to confirm James O'Neill.

NEW EPISODE: An anti-voting group recently released its playbook to severely restrict mail-in voting, eliminate same-day voter registration, and impose rigorous ID requirements. I break down the provisions that will make it harder for you to cast a ballot. youtu.be/3y0OtyVuc2Y?...

Republicans Release Their "Project 2026" to Suppress Your Vote in Midterms

YouTube video by Democracy Docket

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If only:

Rinse, repeat:

Love this!

SassySenora701@sassysenior70.bsky.social · 3mo ago

🔥🔥And the sickest Trump burn of the year goes to 60 Minutes correspondent Norah O'Donnell:

I love chocolate, esp chocolate bars, and I know I'm not alone. So I'm sharing this for those like me. Enjoy! www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

The Only Chocolate Bars Worth Buying

We asked 43 experts to tell us their favorite brands available in the United States. Here, their top nominations under $25.

nytimes.com

It's about time! newrepublic.com/post/209175/...

Minnesota Charges First ICE Agent With Felony Assault

Minnesota prosecutors are investigating the federal immigration agents who brought havoc to Minneapolis in Operation Metro Surge.

newrepublic.com

What bothers me most right now is how all the pundits seem to have been, once again, tricked by Trump by ignoring the fact that his attack on Iran came immediately after a woman claimed Trump both molested & attacked her when she was 13. WTF!!??