Thumb’s Up, Heart Check
A simple “thumb test” is gaining traction as a potential early indicator of aortic aneurysm. The test involves holding up one hand, palm facing, extending the thumb as far as possible, and attempting to move it across the palm and beyond the opposite edge. Individuals who can successfully perform this maneuver, touching or exceeding the opposite side of their hand with their thumb, may have a higher likelihood of having a hidden aortic aneurysm.
This increased flexibility, often associated with connective tissue disorders, could indicate a weakened aorta, making it more susceptible to enlargement and potential rupture. While not a definitive diagnostic tool, a positive thumb test result should prompt a discussion with a doctor, potentially leading to further screening for aortic aneurysms, especially for those with risk factors like smoking, high blood pressure, or family history of the condition. The test is easy to perform and can be a convenient self-assessment, but it’s crucial to remember that it’s not a substitute for professional medical evaluation. Early detection of aortic aneurysms is vital because timely treatment can prevent life-threatening complications.
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As Democrats prepare for a possible federal shutdown, their endgame is uncertain
https://apnews.com/article/government-shutdown-health-care-subsidies-schumer-6b0d64fe442fc4fa8a8daf283a30ce76?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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#ALERTA I'm hearing that a surge of hundreds of ICE / DHS vehicles have already been spotted in Portland as part of Trump's overnight essentially declaring war on the people of Portland.
Developing story. If you're in Portland, have you already seen this reported ICE surge?
Das Bild zeigt eine Hand, die ein elektronisches Buchgerät hält, das das Buch "Murderbot" von Martha Wells anzeigt. Das Gerät hat ein schwarz-weißes Bild auf dem Bildschirm, das einen Mann mit einem mechanischen Gerät am Kopf zeigt. Der Titel "Murderbot" ist in großen, grauen Buchstaben auf dem Bildschirm zu sehen, und der Name der Autorin, Martha Wells, steht oben. Es gibt auch ein Apple TV+-Logo, was darauf hinweist, dass das Buch als TV-Serie verfügbar ist. Der Text "All Systems Red" und "Hugo and Nebula Award Winner" ist ebenfalls sichtbar. Der Hintergrund ist ein einfaches, hell erleuchtetes Zimmer mit einer weißen Wand.
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Zelensky: Parliamentary elections in Moldova pose risk for Europe
Europe faces risks during Moldova's parliamentary elections, as Russia seeks to influence and control the country — and once it gains control, it could deploy troops there. — Ukrinform.Ukrinform
Flag Wankers are Fash 😡
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#UniteTheKingdom #Fascism #Racism #Islamophobia #UKPOL #UKPOLITICS #Essex #TommyRobinson #Whiteness #WhiteNationalism
Muslim family 'deeply traumatised' after pig's head left on doorstep
The Rizvi family discovered the severed head outside the front of their home in Loughton Essex on the morning of September 14.Sara Odeen-Isbister (Metro)
With the addition of the @ktistec account, Ktistec (the server) now supports multiple users.
I still have a few rough edges to fix, but there's a good chance official multi-user support will be included in the next release.
#ktistec #fediverse #activitypub #crystallang
GitHub - toddsundsted/ktistec: Single user ActivityPub (www.w3.org/TR/activitypub/) server.
Single user ActivityPub (https://www.w3.org/TR/activitypub/) server. - toddsundsted/ktistecGitHub
En la mejor novela sci-fi del momento, "Son solo máquinas", a Samuel le implantan un dispositivo para que pueda controlar a los exoesqueletos mecha fictograma.com/ver_cuento?id=1…
#books #socialmedia #news #literature #humanities #novela
Son solo maquinas - Capitulo 5
Una experiencia dolorosa:Una semana después, un vehículo blindado se detuvo frente a la casa de los Terrence temprano en la mañana. Samuel salió dheguendm (Fictograma)
Some cool historical #chaoscomputerclub stuff (re-)uploaded by @realhackhistory 
archive.org/details/CCC-1987-F…
#ccc
Chaos Computer Club 1987 - FBI FOIA : FBI : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
FBI FOIA documents relating to the Chaos Computer Club in 1987, these documents are preprocessed, which means they have already been released to someone else...Internet Archive
Hegseth’s “Urgent” Military Meeting Is for Dumbest Reason Imaginable
The defense secretary is putting the entire U.S. military at risk to hear himself speak.The New Republic
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Lega, da banche 5 miliardi. Ma FI: 'Mai tasse su extraprofitti - Notizie - Ansa.it
https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/economia/2025/09/27/lega-da-banche-5-miliardi.-ma-fi-mai-tasse-su-extraprofitti_783dcc47-6271-4b41-aa85-adda7dbc8cfd.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Lega, da banche 5 miliardi. Ma FI: 'Mai tasse su extraprofitti - Notizie - Ansa.it
"In vista della prossima manovra, le grandi banche potranno generare un contributo di 5 miliardi di euro per sostenere famiglie, artigiani, commercianti e imprese". (ANSA)Agenzia ANSA
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This Is How To Find Dog Equipment For Less Than You'd Expect
Have you been searching for dog equipment, and your eyes pop out at the prices? Since our dogs make our lives so much better, we need to find a way …tailwagwisdom.com - Terri Rodefer
Aprender #Vim
Si quieres aprender a dominar el editor de textos Vim, esta es la guía en español para hacerlo de la manera más inteligente.
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Stefanchuk, EU lawmakers discuss launch of first clusters for Ukraine's EU integration
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk and a delegation of chairs of European affairs committees from EU member-state parliaments discussed the opening of the first clusters in Ukraine's EU accession negotiations. — Ukrinform.Ukrinform
Tens of thousands protest in Berlin and call for end to the Israel-Hamas war
https://apnews.com/article/germany-gaza-protest-israel-palestinians-925e584ecea7812d937281b7824971c7?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Thieves steal $1M worth in craft whiskey from Washington distillery
https://apnews.com/article/thieves-craft-whiskey-liquor-heist-westland-distillery-6d6de03c0ee35d4df689b5e480bdb33f?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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L’ex ministro Claudio Scajola torna in Forza Italia
https://genova.repubblica.it/cronaca/2025/09/27/news/claudio_scajola_torna_in_forza_italia-424874896/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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L’ex ministro Claudio Scajola torna in Forza Italia
L’annuncio del sindaco di Imperia alla festa del partito azzurro a Telese Termea cura della redazione Genova (la Repubblica)
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Apple Leak: Fresh IPhone 20 And IPhone Fold Rumor Roundup
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup has just launched, but whispers of the upcoming iPhone 20 and iPhone Fold are already stirring excitement in the industry.Wasiq Tariq (SquaredTech)
After Comey’s indictment, Trump vows more political retribution:
“There will be others. I mean they are corrupt… we have to act fast.” #press
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Syrische Justiz erlässt Haftbefehl gegen Ex-Machthaber Assad
Assad wird vorsätzlicher Mord und Folter mit Todesfolge zur Last gelegt. Er floh im Dezember nach Russland
27. September 2025 - derStandard
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Begoña Gómez no acude ante el juez Peinado para que le concrete su imputación en la causa por malversación
Some people enjoy Indian Summer, but to me, the first ice and snow of the year on a world that still has its color is peak fall vibes. My capture of this from one November's day: "Autumn on Ice".
#art #photography #autumn #fall #fallleaves #autumnfoliage #leaf #ice #icicle
#Jamaique - Résultats définitifs des élections législatives du 3 septembre epocinfo.fr/election.php?no=15…
#Legislatives2025 #Legislatives #election #politique #resultats
I was listening to an L7 record despite the fact that I've grown to not really like grunge much in my 30s with the exception of the sludge metal side of things (Melvins, TAD) and all I could think was "I would be much happier listening to Bikini Kill" and so anyway that's how I ended up here blasting The Singles by Bikini Kill was football is on the TV.
#punk #punkrock #feminism #altrock #alternative #alternativerock #indierock
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He's got the radio
It's all about the radio
He's got the radio
It's all about the radio
He's got the radio
It's all about the radio
I feel their name is Zolà
#DigitalArt #oc #mastoart
Love the gorgeous #noir #NYC cinematography, production design and Jason Bateman’s wonderful performance in #BlackRabbit. That is all. youtu.be/JplgCQ1gTLs?... #Netflix #JasonBateman #neonoir #streaming #media
The most relaxing thing in the world is watching your dog sleep. All is right in the world then.
Calling all indie animators! Looking for submissions for a new show at animationarray.com 👀
Roberta Fidora - Animation Array
Animation Array. Roberta Fidora, an alternative, experimental, indie artist from Ryde, Isle of WightRoberta Fidora
As soon as I fill my coffee cup she starts dancing around me. She will gently pester until I sit down so she can climb up for a half hour of cuddles.
She is warm and soft and exudes calm and true love.
The best way to get my day going.
I am so lucky.
Good morning, Mastodon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon
Infarti cardiaci: differenze sorprendenti tra uomini e donne sotto i 65 anni
@scienza
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#News #Scienza #65anni #Infarticardiaci #scienza
Quando si parla di infarti, si pensa spesso all’immagine classica di un’arteria ostruita da colesterolo e coaguli. Tuttavia, una nuova ricerca ha dimostrato che questa visione è
Infarti cardiaci: differenze sorprendenti tra uomini e donne sotto i 65 anni
Uno studio rivela che le cause degli attacchi di cuore variano tra uomini e donne giovani. SCAD e altri fattori incidono maggiormente sulle donne.Federica Vitale (Focustech)
To all #UK political parties: Commit to no GP appointment fees EVER
#OurNHS was founded on the principle of being free at the point of delivery and no one should be charged for being #sick.
With some political organisations pushing for the introduction of #NHS charges, please use your position as leader of your party to make crystal clear that charging patients to visit their GP is well and truly off the table.
act.38degrees.org.uk/act/no-GP…
#CanNotBelieveTheAreNotTories #Labour #ToxicLabour #Starmer #SaveOurNHS
To all political parties: Commit to no GP appointment fees EVER
I just signed 38 Degrees’ open letter asking ALL political parties to commit to NEVER charging GP fees - will you join me?act.38degrees.org.uk
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Here's an eclectic compilation of character portraits that I've drawn as #Pixel_Dailies entries 😄
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📚 New Book Stuff on the #Blog!
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
⭐⭐ 2/5 - This is not a good book. I have a lot of reasons why.
The post A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas appeared first on The Wallflower Digest.
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#Blogging #Blogger #BloggingCommunity #RSSFeed #Bookstodon #BookBlogger #Reading
You will survive
Musica, commozione e memoria nel tributo a Cassandra
Australian Cocaine Pilot Killed in Brazil Plane Crash Linked to Kinahan Drug Cartel - bellingcat
An Australian pilot who died when his plane crashed in Brazil during a failed drug run has links to an alleged Kinahan cartel associate who is facing drugs charges in Western Australia.Financial Investigations Team (bellingcat)
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Nowhere to Run: The Online Footprint of an Alleged Kinahan Cartel Associate - bellingcat
Bellingcat has traced the online footprint of an alleged Kinahan cartel associate who Australian authorities accuse of trafficking 200kg of cocaine.Financial Investigations Team (bellingcat)
Australian Cocaine Pilot Killed in Brazil Plane Crash Linked to Kinahan Drug Cartel - bellingcat
An Australian pilot who died when his plane crashed in Brazil during a failed drug run has links to an alleged Kinahan cartel associate who is facing drugs charges in Western Australia.Financial Investigations Team (bellingcat)
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in reply to Gordito • • •The image features a blimp flying in a partly cloudy sky. The blimp is predominantly white with some text and logos on its side, which is visible against the blue sky. The sky is a mix of blue and white, with scattered clouds that vary in size and shape, creating a dynamic backdrop. The blimp is positioned centrally in the image, slightly towards the upper half, and appears to be moving from left to right. The overall scene is serene, with the blimp as the focal point against the expansive sky.
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The image features a top-down view of a light blue wooden table with a glass of iced coffee in the foreground. The glass contains a brown beverage with a frothy top, topped with two pieces of caramel-colored, crispy biscuits. A metal straw is inserted into the drink. In the background, there is a pink ceramic plate with remnants of food and a silver fork, placed on a white lace doily. The overall composition presents a cozy and inviting scene, with the contrasting colors of the drink, plate, and table enhancing the visual appeal.
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The image features a stone sculpture of a face with a distressed expression, set in a garden-like environment. The sculpture is mounted on a gray stone pedestal with a plaque that includes text in German. The face is detailed, with prominent eyes, a nose, and a mouth, and it wears a decorative headpiece. The sculpture is partially obscured by greenery, including a yew tree on the left and a shrub on the right. The background shows a cloudy sky, and the overall setting appears to be outdoors, possibly in a cemetery or memorial garden.
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The image depicts a river scene with a ferry docked at a wooden pier. The ferry is white with a yellow roof and has two flags with blue and white lettering. A metal railing runs along the pier, which is connected to the ferry by a gangway. In the background, there are buildings along the riverbank, including a large white building with a spire. The sky is partly cloudy, and the water appears calm. A sign on the left side of the pier has graffiti and text in Polish, reading "ANICEJ FORSUNKA LEWONIA."
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