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I took this photo in 2016 when Dr. Carla Hayden's name was being carved into the wall of the Thomas Jefferson building of the Library of Congress -- adding her to the short list of Librarians of Congress. I'm still reeling from her being removed from her position.
#LibraryofCongress #CarlaHayden #LibrarianofCongress
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Generationen: Der Mythos vom Konflikt | taz.de
> Boomer konservativ, Millennials Weicheier, Gen Z faul – ständig wird Streit zwischen den Generationen heraufbeschworen. Doch das ist zu einfach und überdeckt die tatsächlichen Konflikte.
Zwei Frauen stehen vor einem grünen Hintergrund, vermutlich in einem Park oder Garten. Die Frau links trägt eine breite, braune Sonnenhaube, ein grünes Blumenmuster-Oberteil und grüne Hosen. Sie hält ein Schild mit der Aufschrift "OMAS GEGEN RECHTS" und eine rote Blume in der Hand. Die Frau rechts trägt ein buntes Kleid mit Blumenmuster und eine weiße Jacke. Auch sie hält ein Schild mit der gleichen Aufschrift und eine rote Blume. Beide Frauen halten die Schilder mit Stäben hoch, was darauf hindeutet, dass sie an einer Demonstration oder einer öffentlichen Veranstaltung teilnehmen.
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Apparently, #Trump, disappointed with property dealer Witkoff's ineptitude, like not bringing interpreters to the Kremlin, has asked Tiny Blair for his ideas about #Gaza.
#Tiny has suggested the enclave is governed by the Uhited Nations
Tiny knows things about the Middle East.
He was always such a success in the Middle East
Há 20 anos, o Xbox 360 era apresentado na MTV; relembre como foi
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AI, energy and data centres: How the UAE has approached Trump's second term
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AI, energy and data centres: How the UAE has approached Trump's second term
Analysts say recently announced tech investment deals are rooted in lengthy US-UAE partnershipKyle Fitzgerald (The National)
Via #Newsweek @ 5:41pm ET on May 12, 2025
#Pope #LeoXIV has urged for "responsibility & discernment" over the use of #ArtificialIntelligence (A.I.) during his 1st press briefing w/ the #media since being elected as the head of the #RomanCatholic Church
Leo acknowledged that #AI has "immense potential" for the good of #humanity, but echoed his predecessor, Pope #Francis, as he warned it could also pose "new challenges for the defense of #HumanDignity, #justice & #labor"
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Pope Leo XIV Issues Warning on AI
Over the weekend, Pope Leo XIV has urged for "responsibility and discernment" over the use of artificial intelligence.Anna Skinner (Newsweek)
Stocks Surge on Softening US-China Trade Tensions
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Trump signs executive order setting 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower prescription drug costs
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The order directs the administration to work with drugmakers to set prices at levels similar to those paid by other developed countries, or face possible restrictions on imports and access to materials.
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Trump pushes drug companies to cut prices voluntarily
In an executive order Monday, the president laid out plans to push pharmaceutical companies to lower their prices and ‘address global freeloading.’Mathias Hammer (www.semafor.com)
It’s Never Been Harder to Find Air Traffic Controllers — Look at Newark
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🎞️ Moscow is SILENT! Zelenskyy on the proposal of DIRECT negotiations in Turkey #shorts
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#Explainer #News #Report #RussianWar #TV #Ukraine #Video
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China am längeren Hebel
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> Peking hat sich seit langem auf eine Eskalation im Handelskrieg mit den USA vorbereitet. Dank Trump kann es sich nun als Garant der globalen Wirtschaftsordnung geben. Allerdings muss China seinen Handelsbilanzüberschuss reduzieren, um nicht andere Partner zu verärgern und in den Protektionismus zu treiben.
Das Bild zeigt ein Logo auf schwarzem Hintergrund. Es besteht aus großen, weißen Buchstaben "LMd" in der oberen Hälfte, wobei "LM" in einer fettgedruckten, serifenlosen Schrift und "d" in einer schrillen, serifenlosen Schrift steht. Darunter steht in kleinerer, serifenloser Schrift "LE MONDE diplomatique". Das Logo ist schlicht und modern gestaltet, mit einem starken Kontrast zwischen den weißen Buchstaben und dem schwarzen Hintergrund.
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#Pentagon spent at least $21 million on flights to #Guantanamo, which currently holds 32 #migrants
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#usa #politics #money #finance #migration #flight #omg #wtf
Pentagon spent at least $21 million on flights to Guantanamo, which currently holds 32 migrants
The Trump administration spent at least $21 million transporting migrants to Guantanamo Bay on military aircraft between January 20 and April 8, according to figures provided to Congress by the U.S. military.Courtney Kube (NBC News)
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Nikon F3hp, Nikkor 24mm, XP2, hc-110e
#believeinfilm #bw #photography #bloom #flower
"The Rules Are Good as They Are!" - Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen on EU Fiscal Fairness #Video #EuropeanUnion
'Throat Slitting' Sign to #Hamas Attack Survivor Raises #Eurovision Concerns
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'Throat Slitting' Sign to Hamas Attack Survivor Raises Eurovision Concerns
Israeli broadcasters filed a report with Swiss police over the gesture at Eurovision's opening ceremony.Andrew Stanton (Newsweek)
#toulouse 🕊️ 🇵🇸 📢 Rassemblement unitaire de solidarité avec les populations palestiniennes
vendredi 16 mai, 18h30 métro Jean-Jaurès
> Dans le cadre du communiqué national du Collectif National pour une Paix Juste et Durable entre Palestiniens et Israéliens, de nombreuses organisations (syndicats, collectifs, associations et politiques) appellent à un rassemblement unitaire
#gaza #palestine #manifestation #LFI #solidaires #CGT etc
lien LFI toulouse: actionpopulaire.fr/evenements/…
Rassemblent unitaire de solidarité avec les populations palestiniennes !
"À Gaza le génocide se déroule sous nos yeux Exigeons des sanctions contre Israël pour que cela cesseNous sommes tous responsables, agissons ! Le 15 mai 2025 commémore les 77 ans de la Nakba, l’expulsion de 800.Action Populaire
I admit, I read this and spent an amused 5 minutes thinking about all the ways Maths might threaten dictators and their stooges.who are against Academic Freedom: "leave him, he can do trigonometry!", or "woah this guy is unpacking partial differential equations, run".
But honestly, it's basically the concept that anyone might be set free (at least mentally) by being able to join the Maths commit without interference that's the issue isn't it?
It's absurd that we have come to this state, but I'm very glad @EuroMathSoc have nailed their colours to the mast in this way.
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EuroMathSoc@mathstodon.xyz - The European Mathematical Society has released a statement defending Academic Freedom in Mathematics.
Mathematics provides the foundation for scientific advances and technological innovation, and we want to emphasize that freedom and openness in research are crucial for realizing human potential across all backgrounds and experiences.
➡️ Read the full statement: euromathsoc.org/news/european-…
European Mathematical Society (@EuroMathSoc@mathstodon.xyz)
The European Mathematical Society has released a statement defending Academic Freedom in Mathematics. Mathematics provides the foundation for scientific advances and technological innovation, and we want to emphasize that freedom and openness in re…Mathstodon
If the Govt wants to close the skill gap then it needs to invest in training, resources and recruitment.
At the end of the 70's we had something called TOPS (Training Opportunities Scheme) Courses which gave very short but intense training. It's how I got into computing after most of the decade on the dole.
It wasn't just bricklaying and trades (which is fine) it included Technology like my IBM 370 PL/1 course.
For some lessons campaign-for-learning.org.uk/W…
Raser im Autoland: Patriarchales Fahren und die Folgen - Ausgabe 736
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> Tödliche Raserei ist Männersache: Wirtschaftswissenschaftler Boris von Heesen legt eine geschlechterspezifische Analyse vor.
Das Bild zeigt eine silberne Audi, die in der Nacht auf einer nassen Straße fährt. Die Umgebung ist urban, mit Gebäuden im Hintergrund, die durch die Straßenlaternen und die Lichter der Stadt beleuchtet werden. Die Straße ist nass, was auf kürzliches Regenwetter hinweist, und die Lichter der Stadt reflektieren auf der glänzenden Oberfläche. Die Autofahrt ist mit einer Bewegungsschärfe dargestellt, was die Geschwindigkeit des Fahrzeugs betont. Die Atmosphäre ist dynamisch und lebendig, mit einem Hauch von Nässe und Stadtlärm.
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Mastodon: Giving Journalists Options Away From Big Tech
Mastodon’s work to highlight their platform to journalists led to the opportunity to host an aperitivo, with special guests Save Social, at the International Journalism Festival (April 9th – 13th, 2025) in Perugia, Italy.
IJF brings together people from across the news industry to talk about the issues they face and celebrate the work they are doing. This year, Big Tech was one of the topics that dominated the panel discussions.
Bonjourno Mastodon
Mastodon, represented by Andy Piper, Head of Communications, Felix Hlatky, CFO, and Philip Schröpel, Head of Staff, brought together supporters of the open social web, Big Tech-disbelievers, and curious locals to a small bar nestled in the old walls of Perugia.
Understanding that many in the audience were unfamiliar with Mastodon, Piper introduced the social platform to the room, highlighting the benefits for journalists. This included the work to highlight article authors, using the byline feature that rolled out in July last year, and emphasis on the value of links to external publications.
Mastodon promised new tools to track referrals through links would be rolling out across the network soon but were already live on mastodon.social – the server run by the Mastodon team.
Looking Ahead
Hlatky spoke of Mastodon’s future as an organisation and their ongoing work to transition from a German gGmbH to a new European nonprofit. He acknowledged internal work to restructure and remove single ownership from Mastodon claiming, “No one gives you money if one owner can run away with it.”
There was a strong message that Mastodon wanted what is best for their users, rather than their pockets. A stark contrast to the Big Tech platforms that had been discussed across the Festival.
To echo the sentiment, Mastodon then invited Björn Staschen from Save Social to speak.
Save Social
Save Social is a predominantly German-speaking effort to turn away from Big Tech social media platforms and strengthen alternatives. In less than three months, their petition has reached 200,000 signatures.
“We, as a society, have to be part of the solution,” said Staschen. “We want to strengthen alternative platforms. Ensure freedom of expression by creating diversity and transparency.”
Converting Attendees
When it came to joining Mastodon, Schröpel admitted there are “multiple ways”, but that the Mastodon team are able to support individuals and organisations in setting up their own instance or offer advice on the network.
However, joining the platform continues to be a barrier for many users. A group of Italian women who attended the event abandoned their short effort to join the platform half-way into the presentation, confused about where to go and which app to use.
Alongside presenting Mastodon as an alternative platform, the aperitivo offered one of the only opportunities to take tangible action against Big Tech at IJF – attracting doers, rather than the commentators that lined the panels of the main event.
Wrapping Up
“There’s a mix of people in this room right now with the same instincts we have to save democracy,” Piper said in his closing remark, encouraging collaboration and action.
Based on the panels at IJF 2025, journalists are more worried than ever about the role they play in democracy. Witnessing the actions of the White House, many journalists are now calling for an “EU alternative” to Big Tech platforms.
Mastodon now has the opportunity to present themselves as the EU alternative and help journalists protect democracy.
Mastodon - Decentralized social media
Learn more about Mastodon, the radically different, free and open-source decentralized social media platform.joinmastodon.org
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☝️ Great report from WeDistribute on an outreach presentation by Mastodon and SaveSocial to journalists at the recent International Journalism Festival:
"There was a strong message that Mastodon wanted what is best for their users, rather than their pockets. A stark contrast to the Big Tech platforms that had been discussed across the Festival."
This is the way to do it. More of this please.
Looking forward to your video and helping to share it widely!
Edit: Not sure if this is helpful, but when someone asks for an instance recommendation often direct them to mstdn.social because stux has demonstrated both very principled and competent stewardship. Also the instance is located in Netherlands with servers in the EU.
RIP Usenix ATC
Link: bcantrill.dtrace.org/2025/05/1…
Discussion: news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4…
RIP USENIX ATC
USENIX made the decision this week to discontinue its flagship Annual Technical Conference. When USENIX was started in 1975 — before the Internet, really — conferences were the fastest vector for practitioners to formally share their ideas, and USENI…The Observation Deck
What can we learn from a 1985 Salmonella outbreak caused by contaminated milk that killed at least 12 people?
From @TheConversationUS: "Revisiting this investigation and its outcome provides lessons on how food safety inspections go hand in hand with consumer protection and public health, especially as hospitalizations and deaths from foodborne illnesses rise."
#Salmonella #FoodSafety #Disease #PublicHealth #Science
Contaminated milk from one plant in Illinois sickened thousands with ‘Salmonella’ in 1985 − as outbreaks rise in the US, lessons from this one remain true
The legal, political and public health consequences of the largest Salmonella outbreak in the US underscore the importance of food safety inspections and disease surveillance.The Conversation
If other developed nations with declining birth rates are any example, simply throwing money at young couples — or even fortifying social welfare — isn’t incentive enough.
Drew Goins, Molly Roberts and Bina Venkataraman discuss:
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I'll rest easier when Donald Trump is in prison where he belongs.
House Democrat demands ethics review of Qatari jet gift to Trump
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#ImpeachTrumpNow #NoRepublicansEverAgain #RepublicansOwnItAll #RepublicanKakistocracy #VoteBlue #NoFascism #USPol
Reviving a modular cargo bike design from the 1930s
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Reviving a Modular Cargo Bike Design from the 1930s - Core77
Your average cargo bike typically has a long frame divided into two areas: One for the cargo, and one for the rider. The rider is positioned just forward of the rear wheel, with a chain delivering power from the pedals to that rear wheel.Core77
I'm sure no one would notice...
House GOP sneakily proposes kicking 13.7 million people off Medicaid
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#Medicaid #ImpeachTrumpNow #NoRepublicansEverAgain #RepublicansOwnItAll #RepublicanKakistocracy #VoteBlue #NoFascism #USPol
House GOP sneakily proposes kicking 13.7 million people off Medicaid
While no one was watching Sunday night, House Republicans released their official plan to only partly pay for President Donald Trump's " One Big Beautiful Bill ," which will cut taxes for the rich ...Daily Kos
Anti-doping study investigates US meat as athletes raise beef contamination fears
In elite sports, a single trace of a banned substance can derail a career. Anti-doping...
#engineering #technology
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Anti-doping study tests US beef, chicken for banned substances in sports
The study explores whether doping violations could stem from contaminated meat in athletes’ diets, affecting their career.Aamir Khollam (Interesting Engineering)
To describe Trump's actions as “potential conflicts of interest” misses the point. A “potential conflict of interest” sounds like an unfortunate situation in which it’s possible that Trump might choose his own personal interest over the nation’s. Stated this way, the problem is the conflict.
But Trump isn’t conflicted. He repeatedly chooses his (and his family’s) interests over the nation’s. He is using the authority and trappings of the presidency of the United States…
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He will not be held accountable by them.
This -- though it is delivered with the characteristic haughty NYT condescension -- is just flat wrong. It's revealing, though. The enemy that has taken up residence in their heads is not fascism, not the threatened violence of the state, but "social media," ie, their readers talking back.
A community-led fork of Organic Maps
Link: comaps.app/news/2025-05-12/3/
Discussion: news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4…
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Te quisimos y te querremos siempre, compañero Pepe.
José "Pepe" Mujica, verso l'addio: ultime ore per l’ex presidente dell’Uruguay malato di cancro
La moglie ha spiegato che Mujica è ormai in fase terminale e si trova sotto cure palliative. “È alla sua fine”, ha detto, aggiungendo che i medici stanno “cercando di far sì che accada nel miglior modo possibile,globalist (Globalist.it)
[paper] Evidence of a social evaluation penalty for using AI
Significance
As AI tools become increasingly prevalent in workplaces, understanding the social dynamics of AI adoption is crucial. Through four experiments with over 4,400 participants, we reveal a social penalty for AI use: Individuals who use AI tools face negative judgments about their competence and motivation from others. These judgments manifest as both anticipated and actual social penalties, creating a paradox where productivity-enhancing AI tools can simultaneously improve performance and damage one’s professional reputation. Our findings identify a potential barrier to AI adoption and highlight how social perceptions may reduce the acceptance of helpful technologies in the workplace.
Abstract
Despite the rapid proliferation of AI tools, we know little about how people who use them are perceived by others. Drawing on theories of attribution and impression management, we propose that people believe they will be evaluated negatively by others for using AI tools and that this belief is justified. We examine these predictions in four preregistered experiments (N = 4,439) and find that people who use AI at work anticipate and receive negative evaluations regarding their competence and motivation. Further, we find evidence that these social evaluations affect assessments of job candidates. Our findings reveal a dilemma for people considering adopting AI tools: Although AI can enhance productivity, its use carries social costs.
International Civil Aviation Organization rules Russia responsible for downing #MH17 #Ukraine #USA #UK #EU #Europe #Czechia #Poland #Lithuania #Latvia #Estonia #Germany #France #Austria #Hungary #Romania #Slovakia #Japan #Taiwan #Australia #Switzerland #Canada #Italy #Ireland #Netherlands #Finland #Sweden #Denmark #Iceland #Norway #Spain #NATO #RussiaIsATerroristState
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International Civil Aviation Organization rules Russia responsible for downing MH17
Flight MH17 departed from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport en-route to Kuala Lumpur International Airport on July 17, 2014.The Kyiv Independent
Beloved children's creator and educator #Ms.Rachel opens up in a new interview with @mehdihasan.bsky.social on #Zeteo. @daviddoel.bsky.social shares a couple clips and discusses his thoughts on this modern day #Mr.Rogers being attacked for supporting the children of #Gaza.youtu.be/4YJDOohfoag?...
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Pharmaceutical stocks plummet globally after Trump announces plans to lower drug prices
Pharmaceutical companies across Europe and Asia saw sharp declines in their stock prices on Monday following US President Donald Trump's announcement of an executive order to align US prescription drug prices with lower costs abroad.Isaac Francis (Grafa)
Lotus | January 29, 2025 | MegaCorp Pavilion | Newport, KY
#lotus #music #concert #photography #concertphotography #musicphotography #sony #sonyalpha #sonya7rii
This is obviously thinly-veiled racism. But it’s also a bullshit premise. Haitian refugees were thriving in Springfield. Bhutanese, Congolese, other refugees from Africa & Asia have reinvigorated Rust Belt towns and cities. Trump wants to send them all back.
Our main goal for this year in postmarketOS is reliability. A big step will be more automated testing with CI and real hardware, and we are excited to announce that a lot has been going on to move that forward! 
Read all about it in our new blog post:
postmarketos.org/blog/2025/05/…
Thanks to everyone who has been contributing directly or indirectly to make this possible!
Hardware testing automation: a status update
Aiming for a 10 year life-cycle for smartphonespostmarketOS
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Global AMD Prize Pack Giveaway
Enter for your chance to win the AMD Prize Pack! Free to join for new & existing Legion Gaming Community members.Legion Gaming Community
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