this is why you must always oppose every act an imperialist country does, because then they’ll soon come for everyone

I’m so sick of hearing “ impeachment is pointless”. Impeachment is the lawful, appropriate response that is DEMANDED BY THE CONSTITUTION in an act of war without congressional approval. Not impeaching because it will “never get enough votes” is in and of itself, violating the constitution.

Do you hold an EU or Swiss passport and speak English fluently? Your help will be needed at #EGU26! Our conference provider and partner Copernicus is looking for conference assistants. 👉 Apply here by 5 January 2026: egu.eu/4DNZDO 📸 Florian Heine on #imaggeo

Louis Thériault (1961) is a contemporary Canadian artist. His work is heavily influenced by the places he has lived in New Brunswick and Western Quebec. His compositions often use perspective, geometry, and trigonometry, and are influenced by artists like Alex Colville and Christopher Pratt.

Hear, hear

Let's keep our local news flowing. The old pre-corporate Homer News was a damn good newspaper and Michael Armstrong's articles and opinions were always insightful. I look forward to reading this new publication. Thank you, Homerindependentpress.com

A group of Homer folks launched their own news publication this morning, with Homer News veteran @maarmstrong.bsky.social at the helm as editor! Exciting things happening for the south pen! #aknews homerindependentpress.com/2026/01/01/h...

Have you ever wondered where I find all my pictures, videos, and other sources? Well, my gift to you this morning is ten pages of the online resources I use the most, with some annotations and research tips. Get it here: (docs.google.com/docu...).

Good Luck to everybody in 2026. youtu.be/0EDVM73bU-w?...

Welcome to the public domain, DIZZY DISHES (1930), the first appearance of Betty Boop! ⭐️ Learn more ➡️ blog.archive.org/public-domai... #PublicDomainDay

Rolling into the New Year

For the Kindle crowd, $0.50 for the story of how NYC was America’s last slave trading port: www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08M...

"In art or dream may you proceed with abandon" - Patti Smith, US singer, musician, song writer. Born on this day 30th December, 1946 #WomensArt

Wrangell!

Here's an opportunity to lead research at Kilpisjärvi Biological Station (northern Finland, but close to the border with Norway and Sweden). An amazing place and job. Please forward to Arctic-focused folk. jobs.helsinki.fi/job/Helsinki...

Universal healthcare is a frequent topic on Bluesky. I have a story to share as a Canadian. Yesterday, I went for an angiogram. I was experiencing very intermittent, mild chest pain. Procedure went well. Very professional care. But I need a triple bypass. Ugh...cont'd.

African Americans have always been involved in United States military service since its inception despite official policies of racial segregation and discrimination. 🧵

NEW: The USPS finalized a postmark rule that could increase late mail-in ballots for rural voters. Even in states with grace periods, mail voters submitting ballots even a day or two before Election Day could now risk their votes not being counted.

Rest in peace you absolute legend of an artist

"and the US is footing $91 billion". www.skynews.com.au/world-news/g...

#akleg Ten years of Hello Alaska with my buddy @matt.akmemo.com. Episode recorded back in October. helloalaska.pizza/podcast/093-...

Another great idea from Finland. www.dwell.com/article/maja...

i also like that they promote repair culture. imo, even when people buy quality things, they are too quick to ditch and replace when things look shabby another video from IG thishouse5000 (pls bluesky let us attach multiple videos to a post)

Another great idea from Finland. www.dwell.com/article/maja...

Thought for today...

I don't want gen AI in my software I don't want gen AI in my phone I don't want gen AI in my email I don't want gen AI in my recipes I don't want gen AI in my safety documentation I don't want gen AI in my schools I don't want gen AI in my healthcare I don't want gen AI in my life

Can someone please respond to Stephen Miller with this message from Frank Sinatra?

"Those at higher risk, McLaughlin said, include people with multiple sexual partners and those having sex with people whose sexual histories are unknown."

The “yelling at strangers” phase of the Internet was fun while it lasted. But with the advance of AI, that age is coming to an end. Do not engage in the era of “yelling at robots on the internet.” No good can come of it.

News story warning people not to use AI to help plan their mountain walks. But sure, use it to govern the country.

Winter Fjord (2017) Art Print: www.inprnt.com/gallery/ryot...

'From Earth to Sky' painting by Christi Belcourt, Métis visual artist, inspired by Métis and First Nations historical beadwork #WomensArt

Ilford HP5+ | The Yukon

Old man's beard lichen!

'Record numbers of Swedish retirees are enrolling in a university run “by pensioners for pensioners” amid increased loneliness and a growing appetite for learning and in-person interactions.' 1/2

"So when we follow AI’s advice, we are not guided by reason. We are back in the realm of faith.'"

This is how the holiday evolves when homes are built without chimneys.

Happy Holidays to all 🎄

The recovery airlift continues today. "Helo xxx departing, external load" Bethel Tower: "You sling loading Christmas presents?"

Crocheted Christmas tree, Medelim, Portugal, created by 50 female textile artists who came together from all over the country for the project #WomensArt #ChristmasEve 🎄 ❄️

A Snowy Day in Kichijoji (2013) Art Print: www.inprnt.com/gallery/ryot...

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This is really something cool.

American tech companies are not truly concerned about censorship, as they happily operate in countries with strict regulations. You never hear the Trump administration complain about Saudi Arabia, Russia, or China. This is about bullying Europe, nothing more

Bean’s Cafe preps close to 5,000 meals for Christmas Eve 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yst72jzj 

And by extension that means that all the "tips" were fake. I don't know the truth of the Lake Michigan story. I don't know the truth about the alligators. But I do know that disturbed people exist and have delusions of their involvement with famous or controversial people. And they call in tips.

#Syphilis is no longer a history lesson. Its rise reflects systems that make it too easy for infection to spread unchecked. We can and should do better — for the unborn child and for the health of all. Honored to co-auther this peice in @NEJM. www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....