😷The K variant flu, also known as H3N2 subclade K, is a mutated strain of the influenza virus that has been linked to a significant increase in flu cases this season. Spreading rapidly, may evade some immunity provided by the current flu vaccine.

Maybe I started getting political as a kid when I asked a lot of questions. And the answer was always: "You have oppositional defiance disorder and go take your Ritalin."

"Yes, CBS is MAGA now." - @newsjennifer.bsky.social bluevirginia.us/2026/01/new-...

Happy 2026

I can tell you about Ross. He ran a 4.22 in the 40 at the NFL combine. #Ross

What I always hear: “We can’t afford to pay our workers more than $15 an hour.” What I never hear: “We can’t afford to pay our CEO millions of dollars a year.” Funny how that works.

Took the toddler to Newcastle and showed her the Earl Grey statue but oddly she wasn’t interested in hearing about the 1832 Reform Act. Nor in hearing about why the 1867 and 1884 Reform Acts were arguably more consequential. Tough audience

We all stand in firm agreement that America under Trump is a problem for the US and the world. This is a useful platform for that variety of dialog. However, this platform will not endure on anti-Trump commentary alone. Accounts like the one below provide a bit of color.

Can you take refuge in the absurd? There is much gravity in the world--I have much to say on certain subjects--but we are allowed moments to compose ourselves. This gentleman was simply tired of his cramped quarters living in the walls (New York?) and stepped out....

the racism coming from the entire conservative movement targeting the somali community is so goddam disgusting and its just being completely ignored

If you ain’t organizing, you spectating. If you ain’t reading, you repeating. If you ain’t tired sometimes, you ain’t working. (I stay tired. Because I stay working.) #BlackStandardCollective

The single best way I know to feel great at Christmas or any other time is to do something for someone else. A loved one or a total stranger. It gets you out of the prison of self and into the world around you. Happy Holidays.

Nigel Farage has 41 mentions in the Epstein Files and counting www.thecanary.co/trending/202...

The press keeps chasing spectacle instead of leverage. Power loves that distraction. #Media

Largesse for the few, austerity for the rest. Spending at UK universities mirroring the UK fiscal state

For those of you who do not work in the UK higher education sector, this is painfully relatable. (*Cough* University of #Edinburgh *cough*)

UK University sector has just endured one of the most damaging years in its history There are clear signs that situation will deteriorate further rather than stabilise Which will be the first University to go bankrupt? Who'll be the first Vice Chancellor to go to prison?

Promoting the Commonwealth. Happy Holidays. onboardvirginia.com/blog/festive...

As I recall, Jackson was guided in his wild behavior by a set of principles. Trump's unpredictability is directed exclusively by service to himself. #Bluesky

Each day, I grow more concerned for the once mighty United States.

With my first post, I highlight the struggle closeted gay men endure. The lies, denial, fear and self-hatred. Imagine the torment of building an entire life in opposition to one's identity? Taking a stance against yourself and your kind? ____ One thing about me: I collect photos of politicians.

Bohoo, my little profile picture is hideous. Thing is, we are out here "fighting for justice" but is is always the most sarcastic queens criticizing looks. Would rather some hillbilly call me a fag than deal with self-annihilating gay slay boys.

“Just hand over your lunch money and there won’t be any more problems,” said no ally ever.

CBS under fire after spiking 60 Minutes story. Donor cash-for-favors exposed. Offshore wind halted over bogus “security” claims. More bad Trump polls. Battleships named after Trump. Read it all and more in today's bulletin:

The NBA won't tell Americans (or anyone) about: ownership disputes, politically charged issues, negative player labels, gambling scandals, blacklisted individuals. One subject of interest to many fans are traveling violations (lack of). #NBA #Americans #Pro #Violations

Memorial Stadium was a multi-purpose stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Bob Kennedy played for the Orioles in the stadium in the mid-1950s. #Memorial #Kennedy

I am not knowing how all of you discovered your politics. For me, in the pursuit of my active outdoors hobbies I was placed in conflict again and again with greed, exploitation, selfishness and destruction of the world. Many find their politics from parents or school. How did everyone find theirs?

Why is the United States poised to attack Venezuela? Dumb: Drugs Dumb: Oil 💢Venezuela is a global powerhouse in beauty pageantry, with its Miss Venezuela contest producing multiple Miss Universe and Miss World winners.💢 #Sick #Of #Spoonfeeding #You #Fuckers

Character Study: The Power of the Subordinate Clause "...who you couldn't keep your eyes off all night!" "...rather than spend time with me!" "...when I take the kids to my mother's!" "Men who don't buy their wives a Patek Phillippe..." #iamsorryhoneypleasecomebacktobed

Kennedy (forward) played for the University of Virginia, later playing professionally, though never for the Jazz. #Kennedy #Jazz

The Voting Rights Act of '65 wasn’t just a win; it was a response to centuries of disenfranchisement. But the fight was not won. It is ongoing. The rights aren’t guaranteed—they’re constantly contested or flat out undermined. #VotingRights #HistoryMatters

Studying the history of voting rights reveals a painful truth: voter suppression has always been about maintaining privilege. From post-Reconstruction disenfranchisement to modern gerrymandering, it's not a new tactic. It is a new guise. #ConstitutionalLaw #VotingRights

BREAKING: Kennedy Niece Maria Shriver: "It is beyond comprehension that this sitting president has sought to rename this great memorial dedicated to President Kennedy. It is beyond wild that he would think adding his name in front of President Kennedy’s name is acceptable. It is not."

“A career-minded feminist may prostitute her cognitive function and her time. Soul. For money. She may not ever post images of herself for free. That is NOT her choice.” (Me, mind and soul exchanged for money, but posting pictures for fun). #fuckoff #nsfw #fishnet #orneryfans #Lorraine

Four decades after the Reagan-era push to defund public education, we’re right where experts warned we’d be: 20th globally, far from first. America is the greatest lost opportunity.

More parties for the rich. Yay. Oh wait… am I paying for this? I can’t afford healthcare so don’t charge me anything for your party.

It could have been worse: he could have tried to force Rishi Sunak on the Discord

Much of what we call radical today would once have been described simply as responsible stewardship of the common good.

There is a difference between disagreement and degradation. The former sharpens a democracy; the latter corrodes it.

Public life works best when patience is treated as a virtue rather than a weakness. I remain convinced that steady reform outlasts spectacle.

Our Planet has two Lungs, one is Blue the other is Green

THREAD. A collection of photographs of birds I have met in the UK countryside. You will find the all-important captions to the photos in the alt text.

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My Bluesky motto

Disgraced royal Andrew and Donald Trump are both pictured in new images from the Epstein files

After a long career in academia, I’m finding my way in this new forum. Hoping to meet others who still value steady public service, principled debate, and the patient work of improving our common life.