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I believe in science, education, a good book and cats. I unconditionally love cats, but humans have to try harder. Oh - and music. Same as it ever was ...
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Numerous studies have found that exercising outside has a slight edge on boosting both our physical and mental health, even when the conditions outside are less than ideal

Been on a rewatch of the movie Mindwalk since we finally found access to it. Now I have to finally read Fritjof Capra's book. #books #booksky

BREAKING: Donald Trump just fired General CQ Brown (left) and has replaced him with the less qualified Lt. General Dan Caine. DEI isn’t a problem if you’re white.

A rocky planet less than half the mass of Earth seems to have an atmosphere made almost entirely of sulphur dioxide – this could be due to a huge amount of volcanic activity.

The USWNT kicks off SheBelieves with a BIG WIN. A hard fought 2-0 over Colombia with a big return goal from Cat Macario and a ROCKET from Ally Sentnor. Emma Hayes keeps up her undefeated streak and gives 3 players their first cap... and this tournament is just getting started🇺🇸✨ 📸 @nwslsoccer.com

LUIS RUBIALES GUILTY 🚨 The former president of the Spanish FA was found guilty of sexually assaulting Jenni Hermoso by kissing her without consent at the 2023 World Cup final by Spain’s High Court. He was fined €10,000 and ordered to stay 200 meters away from Hermoso without communication.

The human body was not built for spaceflight, with its microgravity conditions, exposure to high-energy radiation and other issues. As a result, trekking beyond the Earth's confines causes many physiological changes that affect an astronaut's health reut.rs/3D2aN9w

It was an honor to sign the guest book in the home of Anne Frank. I was here as a younger man and thought about her life as a dark chapter of history. Today, I can’t help but think of her story as one of caution. Our world is fragile, and it’s incumbent on us not to break it.

Tyranny requires your fear, your silence, and your compliance. Democracy requires your courage.

THIS is the person we need on the Wisconsin State Supreme Court! Someone who will uphold the law and the constitution! 🗳️ VOTE for Susan Crawford on April 1.

🚨BREAKING: In 4-3 decision, Wisconsin Supreme Court reverses lower court decision and DISMISSES voter suppression lawsuit. A big victory for our clients the WI Alliance for Retired Americans and voting rights in Wisconsin. Another stinging loss for the GOP! www.democracydocket.com/cases/wiscon...

Asteroid 2024 YR4 has a small chance of hitting Earth in 2032, but as astronomers make more observations about its trajectory, the odds of a collision seem to be increasing

More cats have died of avian flu because of raw feeding. It has always been a bad idea but especially now. Don't give your cats raw meat or raw milk! 1/2 www.centraloregondaily.com/news/pets-an...

I am so stuck on this song right now. #music #musicsky youtu.be/LnHoqHscTKE?...

REPOST if you support our federal workforce and know how dedicated they are to their jobs. Show them you appreciate them!

Just got back from the dentist, getting fit for a temporary crown. I'm drugged up, puffy, and slurring my words. Cat comes over, correctly chooses the cheek in pain and starts licking it. #cats #catsky

January 2025 was the 18th month in a 19-month period in which the global-average temperature was more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial level. 🧵

Hey Wisconsin!! Y’all got work to do and I'm so excited to help. There's a State Supreme Court Election April 4th! I'm on the ground talking to voters and any news outlet that will listen! It's a never ending phrase… “Democracy is on the ballot”

Repost this if you regularly use your local library. Bonus points if you tell us your favorite thing about your library!