Johanna Fernández Dies at 55: Leading Scholar on the Young Lords & Latinx Freedom Movement www.democracynow.org/2026/8/4/joh... #Health #Cancer #USA

Johanna Fernández Dies at 55: Leading Scholar on the Young Lords & Latinx Freedom Movement

We look at the life and legacy of Dominican American historian, activist and prison abolitionist Dr. Johanna Fernández, who died on July 30 after a long battle with cancer. She was 55 years old. As a ...

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Trump: "We control the strait totally" (Trump is currently trying to negotiate to open the strait because Iran controls it)

REMEMBER when "it" happens, we're all going to wear tan suits or tan dresses

Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Missouri

Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Missouri

Representative Wesley Bell beat Cori Bush, his predecessor, in a rematch. He will be a heavy favorite in the safely Democratic district in November.

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Crop yields down, our countryside scorched and over 2800 people are dead due to this summer's heatwaves. Meanwhile fossil fuel giants are raking in record profits. We must end this rampant profiteering, and cut fossil fuels from our energy mix as soon as possible.

Damian Carrington@dpcarrington.bsky.social · yesterday

BP profits more than double to $5.7bn in three months as Iran war sends oil prices soaring - "While BP banks enormous profits, millions of households are paying the price" #energycrisis #climatecrisis www.theguardian.com/business/202...

The Lombards are at Yankee Stadium watching one son, George Jr., make his Major League debut. They’re following along as their other son, Jacob, makes his Minor League debut. And both sons homered tonight!

You could have voted no on Blanche. Idiot.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · yesterday

Cornyn: "There's nothing we could do to rein in the president"

A photograph of an emergency doctor kneeling after losing a 19-year-old patient went viral on social media. The image highlighted the emotional challenges that doctors and paramedics may experience while caring for patients.

Asking dumb questions is never a good idea. 🫢

Happy 65th Birthday, August 4th, to the best President in US History. The black man "they" feared, led with humor, dignity & grace for 8 yrs scandal-free, has a beautiful & accomplished family, and is beloved by millions around the world. @barackobama.bsky.social #BarackObama #ThePeoplesPresident

Volunteers rescue dogs and cats from raging wildfires in the Megara Region, west of Athens. Some 110 animals have already found refuge at temporary shelters set up The Megara Stadium 📸 Aris Oikonomou

I would just like to, again, point out that everything GOP accuses Fauci of occurred (or “occurred”) under Donald J Trump

After hurricane Helene, Canadians drove down to the mountains of North Carolina to donate supplies and money. I don't know how they got here through the mess. ❤️

Canadians have helped Washingtonians in Spokane way more than Trump ever would, and we thank you dearly.

I am not sure Cyn Rivera is here, but it was hard finding a clean picture. Very small minded Chase Marketing!! If Chase can release personal photo cc-s or flipping BB-8, it can do A Valkyries credit card!! Hell do the whole NBA and WNBA: You have the power!!! And if this is it? Do better!!!

C’mon OH-7 you have the power: You have the power!!! TAKE IT!!Stop electing these fools you would not even let your daughters date!!!

GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno, who has said almost nothing about what occurred between Miller and the senator's daughter, Emily, finally now says, "If there are any basic standards of character required to hold elected office, Max Miller fails them. He should not serve."

Kyle Griffin@kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 3d ago

Republican Max Miller says he will not drop out of the OH-7 House race despite the domestic abuse allegations against him.

Rep Max Miller made a video smearing his ex-wife as a liar. He claims his daughter’s injuries happened at daycare. He blames left-wing media. And he sounds drunk. I’m not going to share the video. It’s triggering if you’re a DV survivor.

Allison Gill@muellershewrote.com · 4d ago

BREAKING: Max Miller - republican Rep from Ohio who is accused of beating his wife and child - is making an announcement on Twitter at 10 AM tomorrow. It better be his resignation.

He’s not dropping out of the election or resigning.

“I am doing what I want to do. I’m not doing what everyone else wants me to do. So whether you like it or not, I’m still gonna live my life." Mo'ne Davis is a pro ballplayer her way | @latimes.com www.latimes.com/sports/story...

Ex-Little League star Mo'ne Davis joins women's pro baseball league with focus on fun

Mo'ne Davis rocketed to fame after a historic run in the Little League World Series. She's making history again with the Women's Professional Baseball League.

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✅Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate in Michigan Abdul has the kind of public-health, fix-the-system mindset I want more of in politics. Affordability, healthcare, housing, wages, and a campaign built by people, not bought. thelibertypear.com/2025/10/08/e...

Endorsement: Abdul El‑Sayed for U.S. Senate (Michigan)

Endorsement #3 in the series — backing a pro‑worker, affordability‑first campaign that rejects big‑money politics.

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Russia is still testing NATO.

Romania scrambles F-16s as Russian drone crosses Ukraine's Danube River border

A Russian drone crossed into Romanian territory for about 20 minutes before returning to Ukraine, where it was shot down by Ukrainian forces, Romania's Defense Ministry said.

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For nearly five months, Yemen’s Houthi rebels sat on the sidelines as their main backer, Iran, weathered devastating U.S. and Israeli attacks. That changed in recent weeks with a resumption of fighting between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.

After months on the Iran war’s sidelines, Yemen’s Houthis open a dangerous new front

A blockade of Saudi vessels by the Tehran-backed rebels adds another crucial waterway to the region’s security concerns.

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ICYMI: Amrize, North America’s largest cement manufacturer, brought its new HQ here to Chicago — exemplifying our state’s reputation as a top destination for future-focused companies.

“You only get 18 summers.” The phrase pisses off some parents. But it captures the most cosmic thing about child-rearing: nostalgia for the present. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

What "you only get 18 summers" gets right about parenting

The phrase pisses off some parents. But it captures the most cosmic thing about child-rearing: nostalgia for the present.

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Republicans are going to end up kicking *eligible* people off of Medicaid and SNAP by making it incredibly hard to keep up with the requirements. I discussed what this will look like with @petermorley.bsky.social.