"Hours after holding a hearing about DOJ letter threatening Minnesota, U.S. District Judge Kasubha, Oregon, DISMISSES DOJ lawsuit to access state voter rolls. Another win for our clients and voters. Another loss for Trump and Bondi" www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus... substack.com/@marcelias/n...

Marc Cooper: "Over the next 3 years there will be escalating confrontations and outrages and blood in the streets. At some point you can bet there will be a full scale national cataclysm whose scope and level of violence is an unknown" Every word on target, Marc! open.substack.com/pub/thecoops...

"PM Starmer condemned Trump’s initial comments as “insulting and appalling”. Trump's climbdown is reported to have come after King Charles relayed his concerns through diplomatic channels" Royalty always does it for Trump - causing him to back down - once again. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

"Sometimes astronomers don't need giant telescopes to observe the wonders of the cosmos; they just need to look up at the night sky: Panorama of the breathtaking views of the Milky Way above Chile" Beauty is all around us; we just have to be receptive to perceiving it www.space.com/astronomy/mi...

Robert Reich "Mourning in America. What you can do to organize" "D0N'T AGONIZE, ORGANIZE!" : Florynce Rae Kennedy (Febr. 11, 1916 – Dec. 21, 2000) – U.S. Lawyer/Feminist/Civil Rights Advocate/Lecturer/Activist open.substack.com/pub/robertre... Paul Robeson: "Joe Hill": youtu.be/n8Kxq9uFDes?...

"100s of Businesses Closed to Protest ICE; part of a general strike organized by residents, faith leaders and labor unions. 1000s of protesters demand that ICE agents leave and end their weekslong crackdown" This kind of solidarity needs to spread across the country! www.nytimes.com/2026/01/23/u...

"Obama says Alex Pretti killing a ‘tragedy’. Former president says killing should be ‘wake-up call’ and federal agents are not operating in a lawful way" "[Governor] Walz says ‘you know what you saw’ as the Obamas call out Trump and ICE" www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Pictures of the year 2025 National Geographic www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/...

We need to stand up in solidarity once again to save and resurrect and implement the fundamental meaning and promise of the Constitution - in order to KEEP THE REPUBLIC! youtube.com/watch?v=OTwV...

Keep a copy of these rights with you at all times during protest rallies. www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...

"Peaceful protests over Minneapolis shooting begin in L.A.,Mayor Bass assails ICE. Thousands of workers went on strike and hundreds of businesses shut down - showing that Labor Unions can call political strikes and they need to do it NOW!" Yes, and across the nation! www.latimes.com/california/s...

"Man killed in Minneapolis by ICE agents identified as VA nurse Alex Pretti: ‘He wanted to help people" Unless and until Congress and Supreme Court step in and do the job mandated by the Constitution, the situation will further escalate, just as Trump wants. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

"Senate Democrats vow not to fund ICE after 2nd shooting in Minneapolis." This could result in a government shutdown - again. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/u...

"Wary Greenlanders fear unpredictable Trump is ‘still dangerous’. They have stockpiled supplies and prepared for the worst as the island remains the subject of Trump's fancy" Smart move! They recognized Trump's essence and won't be taken in by his supposed retreat. www.thetimes.com/world/europe...

"UK PM Keir Starmer: We must bolster ties with Europe after Greenland threats" Starmer is right -Trump is not to be trusted. "After meeting with NATO Secr. Genl. Rutte Trump claimed he had secured “total access” to Greenland for an unlimited period" www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

Let's give cows the credit they deserve! "A tool-using cow is challenging what we know about farm animal intelligence. A pet cow named Veronika uses a tool in a surprisingly sophisticated way—possibly because she has been allowed to live her best life" www.scientificamerican.com/article/firs...

"The U.S. flag no longer flies at WHO (World Health Org), Geneva. But WHO member states are not obliged to accept the US exit as legally binding until it pays $260.6 million in dues owed for 2024 and 2025" Trump prefers extorting money to paying his debts. healthpolicy-watch.news/stars-and-st...

"British PM Starmer called Trump’s comments about European troops staying off the front lines in Afghanistan insulting and appalling; joining a chorus of criticism from other European officials" Trump caught with his foot in his mouth - again! www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl... cont'd below 👇

"NATO Secr. Genl. Rutte underscored the importance of continued support for Ukraine. 'The incredibly courageous Ukrainian soldiers, military, and Ukrainian population are defending their country against Russia. It’s also OUR collective security that's at stake here' www.nato.int/en/news-and-...

"Natl. Park Service Dismantles Slavery Exhibit in Philadelphia. The exhibit memorialized 9 people enslaved by George Washington. The Park Service said it was being removed in accordance with Trump's order" This racist action was part of Trump's agenda since last Sept. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/22/u...

"Prof. Laurence Tribe joins MS NOW’s Lawrence O’Donnell to discuss how Jack Smith’s testimony to the House Judiciary Committee shows that Trump is 'directing his Justice Dept. in the most partisan way possible to prosecute people like Smith who are just doing their job' www.ms.now/the-last-wor...

"Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testifies before House Judiciary Committee" Smith brilliantly and poignantly shows us the difference between a principled, ethical patriot and the contemptible disregard some Republicans have for the Constitution and the rule of law. www.youtube.com/live/JSBcgWe...

" 'The most incredible display of aurora I've ever seen in my 20 years of flying'. Pilot captures historic northern lights show from 37,000 feet (photos)" It's all in the perspective.... www.space.com/stargazing/a...

The beauty of the Northern Lights over the UK last night (January 20-21, 2026)

"The northern lights gave Stonehenge in Wiltshire a brilliant pink backdrop. The aurora was strong and seen in many places in the UK on Monday night."

"The Helix Nebula, first spotted in the early 1800s, has become one of the most iconic planetary nebulae in the sky and is often referred to as the Eye of Sauron, due to its resemblance to the image in the Lord of the Rings films."

"Danish MP Faxe: proposed Greenland deal is not 'real' as Greenland is not for sale. "There can't be a deal without Greenland being part of the negotiations - this [issue] is not a prerogative of Rutte and NATO" The 'alternative facts' of the 'Master of the Deal' won't wash youtu.be/nXhNTsVeXtg?...

"Trump walks back Greenland tariffs threat, citing vague ‘deal’ over territory; claiming ‘framework’ in the works after ‘very productive’ meeting with NATO Secr. Gen. Mark Rutte" The EU leaders and Mark Rutte must keep in mind that Trump is a pathological liar. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...

60 years later this is relevant again - on a horrifying scale that - only a few years ago - would have defied our worst nightmares - of Democracy being hi-jacked and eviscerated. But the positive tenor of this song encourages us to keep fighting until we turn the tide. youtu.be/wEBlaMOmKV4?...

But he was able to bamboozle a sufficient portion of the electorate; enabling him to fulfill his "commitments" to Project 2025", to his predominantly racist followers and to dismantle or ignore the restraints of that "pesky" Constitution so he could establish a fascist rule and upend the world order

National Geographic Magazine - Founded January 13, 1888; 138 years ago. www.nationalgeographic.org/society/lega...

"Severe G4 geomagnetic storm sparks jaw-dropping northern lights worldwide (photos). A fast CME slammed into Earth on Jan. 19, unleashing hours of intense auroral activity and lighting up skies far beyond the poles." Spectacular New Year's gift! www.space.com/stargazing/a...

Tragically, due to the severe case of megalomania Trump is afflicted with (among other impairments), it won't only be Americans who will be subjected to the repercussions of his dysfunction(s); the entire global community will experience the backlash of Democracy's guardrails having been abandoned.

"Thousands gathered in Nuuk, Greenland, to protest Trump's intent to acquire Greenland and also in Copenhagen's City Hall Square - chanting 'Greenland is not for sale' and holding banners: 'Hands off Greenland'; moving on to the US Embassy" p.dw.com/p/56z7x

"A Nobel Prize can neither be revoked, shared, nor transferred to others. Once the announcement has been made, the decision stands for all time." Trump, however, lives in such am advanced delusionary state that reality has no chance to break through its firmly ensconced barricades.

"Brussels hold’em: European cards against Trumpian coercion" Since Trump only understands crude power-games (including but not limited to extortion), the EU has to engage in measures to protect the sovereignty of their individual States and of their alliance ecfr.eu/publication/... cont'd below 👇

"Canada Breaks With U.S. to Slash Tariffs on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles; in turn, China would reduce tariffs on Canadian canola products" More irrational, knee-jerk, "retaliatory" moves by Trump, which he will likely have to revoke again sooner or later. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/16/w...

"Trump Announces New European Tariffs in Greenland Standoff; Allies Outraged. He escalated his drive to take charge of the Danish territory, targeting Denmark and 7 other European countries with a 10 percent rate" www.nytimes.com/2026/01/17/u... Cont'd below 👇

"Venezuelan opposition leader, María Machado, hands her Nobel Peace medal to Trump at private White House meeting, although she was snubbed by Trump in favor of Maduro’s deputy, Delcy Rodríguez" Let's hope she didn't hand Trump the accompanying $1M award, as well! www.thetimes.com/us/news-toda...

"Authoritarian regimes do not fall when they are exposed as cruel. Cruelty is their currency. They fall when they are exposed as fragile" That same process will unravel the nascent autocratic system in the U.S. - we can already begin to see the backlash spreading... www.nytimes.com/2026/01/16/o...

"Federal Judge Kate Menendez Restricts Immigration Agents’ Actions Toward Minnesota Protesters; orders ICE not to retaliate against people “engaging in peaceful and unobstructive protest activity” in the State" JUSTICE SERVED! The resistance is alive and in action! www.nytimes.com/2026/01/16/u...

"Satellites help map Antarctica's subglacial surface like never before. Understanding Antarctica's topography BENEATH THE ICE is crucial to predicting ice loss and sea level rise" And Trump's insane budget-cuts are stymying science, research and environmental protection www.space.com/astronomy/ea...

"A 1550 square km (963 sq mi.) iceberg, designated A81, recently broke off Antarctica’s Brunt Ice Shelf. A time-lapse of the 'calving process' was captured by satellites, of the ESA (European Space Agency)" Global warming accelerates massive calving of huge iceberg videos.space.com/m/4oTR4RaD/m...

Judge Luttig: "The only constitutional free speech right that [Trump] has not succeeded in denying us is our right to ridicule him. In the spirit of that remaining right I offer these cartoons that 2 of my friends sent me for posting" Lèse-majesté will come next... substack.com/@judgeluttig...

"Federal Judges Uphold CA's New Congressional Maps; siding with Gov. Newsom. That decision will help Democrats counter Republican gerrymandering in Texas. Republicans are expected to appeal" Those hypocrites! It's fine for them to draw new maps but not for Democrats! www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/u...

"Governor Walz of Minnesota Addresses Ongoing Federal Presence in Minnesota" Impassioned appeal by Governor Tim Walz for people to join in peaceful resistance and to record whatever transgressions they witness being committed by ICE agents and to publicize what they filmed youtu.be/fGTsYXBWQgU?...

Deflecting from his most atrocious policies is the scheme Trump's "handlers" devised for him. They know that in Nov. Democrats will be in control of Congress again (just as they were after the midterms in 2018), and they will try to wreak as much havoc between now and then as they can get away with.

"The next meteor shower to peak is the Lyrid meteor shower, active around April 16-25 every year and peaking on April 22, 2026" Finally something awesome, beautiful and non-controversial - which COULD unite us all - as fellow migrants of the universe - no visas needed! www.space.com/stargazing/m...

"Trump administration halts immigrant visa processing from 75 countries" "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses; yearning to breathe free!" Emma Lazarus would weep if she could witness the current perversion of the ideals that inspired the Founders. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

​"Greenland and Denmark unite against US advances at media event, before White House talks. Island’s PM: : ‘'we choose Denmark, and will not be owned or governed by the U.S.'." www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j... Cont'd below 👇