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"This week, more than 25 states from around the world will gather in Bogotá, Colombia, for the “Emergency Conference” to halt the Gaza genocide."

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#Gaza #Palestine #Syria #iran #lebanon #Genocide #geopolitics
@palestine @lebanon @yemen @irannachrichten #SettlerColonialism
#AntiImperialism #tiktok #cdnpoli
#canada #usa #yemen
@blackmastodon #freePalestine #GazaGenocide #IsraelTerroristState #StopGenocide
#palestina #StopAIPAC #IDFTerrorists #DismantleZionism

PI Briefing | No. 25 | To Bogotá

Convened by Colombia and South Africa as co-chairs of The Hague Group, the Emergency Ministerial Conference marks the boldest stand yet against the Gaza genocide and the collapse of the multilateral order.
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Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp, 07/14/25: Israel Kills 134 in Gaza in One Day, Yemen's Houthis Committed to Ceasefire With US, and More youtube.com/watch?v=BPlvnjP3RW…

Israel Kills 134 in Gaza in One Day, Yemen's Houthis Committed to Ceasefire With US, and More

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Trumpian Excuses on the Texas Flood Deaths
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"Donald Trump may not be very good at running things, but when it comes to shifting blame, he is truly world class. As the magnitude of the disaster in Texas becomes clearer, the one thing we can be certain of is that Trump will accept none of the responsibility. He will insist that his decision More
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Trumpian Excuses on the Texas Flood Deaths - CounterPunch.org

Dean Baker (CounterPunch.org)

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Προκαταρκτική εξέταση διέταξε η Εισαγγελία Πρωτοδικών Αθηνών για την πορεία μελών του Ρουβίκωνα στο κέντρο της Αθήνας, την Παρασκευή 11 Ιουλίου...«διερεύνηση του ποινικού αδικήματος της απειλής διάπραξης εγκλημάτων», όπως αναφέρεται σε ανακοίνωση της ΕΛ.ΑΣ., ενώ διατάχθηκε από την εισαγγελία μετά από την υποβολή προανακριτικού υλικού από πλευράς αστυνομίας, το οποίο περιλαμβάνει φωτογραφίες και βίντεο από την πορεία, που αναρτήθηκαν από την ίδια την συλλογικότητα στα μέσα κοινωνικής δικτύωσης.

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Daniel McAdams: The ‘Global War on Terror’ Is Over. Terror Won. original.antiwar.com/daniel-mc…

The 'Global War on Terror' Is Over. Terror Won. - Antiwar.com

On Sept. 16, 2001, five days after the attacks on New York and Washington, DC, President George W. Bush declared, “This crusade – this war on terrorism – is going to take a while. And the American people must be patient. I’m going to be patient.
Antiwar.com

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Cosas de jueces. Coro Cillán: investigada desde 1999 por tardar hasta 9 meses en dictar alguna sentencia. Inhabilitada por prevaricación en 2014. Ponía a su novio de administrador cuando intervenía a empresas.

Coro Cillán en EL PAÍS


Coro Cillán en EL PAÍS

Todas las noticias sobre Coro Cillán publicadas en EL PAÍS. Información, novedades y última hora sobre Coro Cillán.
El País
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Carlos Hidalgo

Juan de Dios Anguita. Juzgaba casos que afectaban a su propia empresa inmobiliaria. Sus sanciones se sucedían y se anulaban, hasta ser expulsado por incapacidad. Y readmitido al anularse todas sus sanciones.

El Supremo anula la suspensión...


El Supremo anula la suspensión de un juez por notificarse fuera de plazo

Quedan sin efecto las sanciones impuestas por el CGPJ al juez Juan de Dios Anguita
Encarna Maldonado / Málaga (Málaga Hoy)

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Some Fundamentals of Russian National Security Policy
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"It’s often stated that useful collaboration with Russia is not possible. Is this true? Not really. There are some areas where useful collaboration would be difficult due to Russian ideological commitments. But there are areas where dialogue and diplomacy could be rewarding—such as arms control and disarmament—despite misunderstandings and


Some Fundamentals of Russian National Security Policy - CounterPunch.org

It’s often stated that useful collaboration with Russia is not possible.  Is this true?  Not really.  There are some areas where useful collaboration would be difficult due to Russian ideological commitments.
Melvin Goodman (CounterPunch.org)

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Why are politicians denying the existential threat from flooding? taxresearch.org.uk/Blog/2025/0… Sea water levels around the UK have risen by 13.4 centimetres since the 1990s, and the rate of increase is rising, yet no politician is taking the threat seriously. Why is that?

Why are politicians denying the existential threat from flooding?

As the FT has noted this morning: The UK’s sea level is rising faster than the global average and at an accelerating rate, scientists have warned in a study that also shows how climate change is making Britain hotter and wetter as extremes of weathe…
Funding the Future

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Medea Benjamin: Stop Israel’s Dystopian ‘Humanitarian City’ Plan – Before It’s Too Late original.antiwar.com/mbenjamin…

Stop Israel's Dystopian 'Humanitarian City' Plan – Before It’s Too Late - Antiwar.com

The Israeli government has just put forward one of the most brazenly genocidal schemes in modern memory – and unless we act immediately, the world will once again let it happen.
Antiwar.com

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Gens de Palerme

Au marché

Série de photos prises par mon compagnon (suite)
Series of photos taken by my partner (continued)

#photo #photographie #photography #notmywork #palerme #palermo

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Rick Sterling: Racism – That’s What Zionism Is antiwar.com/blog/2025/07/13/ra…

Racism – That's What Zionism Is - Antiwar.com Blog

The following interview was conducted by Rick Sterling on June 30, 2025. This is the first in a series of  interviews of Anti-Zionist Jewish Americans. Marvin Cohen is a longtime member and former board member of the Mt.
Antiwar.com Blog

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Summer Reading to Spark Civic Action
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"A Genocide Foretold: Reporting on Survival and Resistance in Occupied Palestine by Chris Hedges (Seven Stories, 2025). With brilliant narratives, both historical and contemporary—Pulitzer Prize winner Chris Hedges provides the framework that explains how the mass-murdering Netanyahu regime can destroy the lives of 500,000 civilians, innocent babies, children, mothers, and


Summer Reading to Spark Civic Action - CounterPunch.org

A Genocide Foretold: Reporting on Survival and Resistance in Occupied Palestine by Chris Hedges (Seven Stories, 2025). With brilliant narratives, both
Ralph Nader (CounterPunch.org)

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'Free Palestine' chants met with biggest cheers of evening at TRNSMT | The National

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'Free Palestine' chants met with biggest cheers of evening at TRNSMT

CHANTS of “free Palestine” saw some of the biggest cheers of the evening as Fontaines DC performed the penultimate Saturday set of TRNSMT ...
Gregor Young (The National)

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Berlin (Germany): 36 vehicles of war profiteers go up in smoke
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"36 vehicles of war profiteers go up in smoke [Note of Sans Nom: On the night of Monday to Tuesday, June 17, thirty-six vans belonging to war profiteers Telekom and Amazon went up in smoke in Berlin: 17 of the former’s vehicles in the Lichtenberg district, and 19 of the latter’s in the Britz district, … Continue reading Berlin

Berlin (Germany): 36 vehicles of war profiteers go up in smoke | Act for freedom now!

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and while the West believed the fairy tale that #Socialism would take away your freedoms, #Capitalism confiscated your homes, stole your pensions, took your savings, sent your jobs overseas, took away your health care, broke up your education system, and put you in debt, leaving you with fascism, racism, xenophobia, and hatred.

#classwar

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Premium Tiles vs. Standard Tiles: Why Quality Matters


 A good tiles supplier will guide you based on your project’s goals, not just the price tag. If they can’t explain the differences clearly, find someone who can.

Walk into a tile shop, and you’ll soon wonder: “Why do some tiles cost so much more than others?” Two tiles might look nearly identical, yet one is priced much higher. Is “premium” just a buzzword from the tiles supplier, or is there a real difference? Let’s break it down.

Built for Strength


At first glance, premium tiles and standard tiles might seem similar—same size, same color, same basic look. But their construction is where they diverge. Premium tiles are denser, pressed with more force, and fired at higher temperatures. This makes them more resistant to moisture, cracks, and wear, making them ideal for busy areas like kitchens, bathrooms, or entryways.

Standard tiles can work in low-traffic spots, but they often show wear—chips, cracks, or fading—faster in demanding spaces.

Performance That Endures


Premium tiles are designed to handle life’s challenges. Their finishes provide better grip on wet surfaces, resist stains from spills like wine or oil, and stand up to scratches from furniture or foot traffic. Standard tiles might look fine at first, but they can dull, stain, or scuff up quicker than expected, especially in high-use areas.

These differences become clear over time, as cheaper tiles start to lose their charm.

Consistency for a Seamless Look


Premium tiles are crafted with precision, ensuring each tile is nearly identical in size, shape, and shade. This leads to clean grout lines and a polished installation. Standard tiles, however, can vary slightly from batch to batch, which can disrupt your layout or throw off a pattern, especially in large or intricate designs.

These small inconsistencies can turn a smooth project into a frustrating one.

Quality from the Source


Premium tiles often come from regions with a rich tile-making tradition, like Italy, Spain, or parts of Turkey, where high-quality materials and strict standards are standard. Standard tiles are frequently mass-produced to keep costs low, sometimes at the expense of quality.

A reliable tiles supplier will be transparent about these differences and help you choose based on your project’s needs. If they push the priciest option without explanation, it’s time to shop elsewhere.

Less Upkeep, More Longevity


Premium tiles are built to last with minimal maintenance. They resist stains, wear, and fading, keeping their look for years. Standard tiles often require more care—frequent sealing, extra cleaning, or earlier replacement—which can add up over time.

While standard tiles are cheaper upfront, their higher upkeep costs can make them less of a bargain in the long run.

The Right Tile for the Space


Your choice depends on where the tiles are going. Premium tiles are perfect for high-traffic or wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, or patios, where durability is key. For low-use areas like a guest room or a decorative backsplash, standard tiles might suffice—if you’re okay with their limitations.

A Premium Feel


Premium tiles feel different—solid, smooth, and well-made. Standard tiles can feel thin or rough, with edges that might seem cheap. These subtle differences affect how a space feels, much like high-quality furniture elevates a home.

The Bottom Line


Premium tiles aren’t always necessary, but they shine in durability, consistency, and ease of care. For spaces that see heavy use or need to last for years, they’re a smart investment.

A good tiles supplier Singapore will guide you based on your project’s goals, not just the price tag. If they can’t explain the differences clearly, find someone who can.

Tiles are about more than looks—they’re about how they perform over time. That’s where premium tiles consistently come out on top.

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A YouGov poll of six major European nations between June 12th and 27th 2025 has found that voters in the EU would overwhelmingly support bringing an independent Scotland into the bloc.
thenational.scot/news/25310387…
Asked “If Scotland voted for independence from the rest of the UK and asked to join the European Union, would you support or oppose allowing it to do so?”, the results were: UK: 46% support vs 32% oppose France: 63% support vs 13% oppose Germany: 68% support vs 10% oppose Denmark: 75% support vs 6% oppose Spain: 65% support vs 13% oppose Italy: 64% support vs 11% oppose

EU voters strongly back independent Scotland joining bloc – YouGov

A POLL of six major European nations has found that voters in the EU would overwhelmingly support bringing an independent Scotland into the bloc ...
Xander Elliards (The National)

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2025-07-13 19:26:43

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The older I get, the more I understand "Blue Monday" by Annie Lee

Blue Monday by Annie Lee
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#painting #art


American artist

Contributors to Wikimedia projects (Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.)

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A Tale of Two Nations: The North Aral Sea Rebounds While the South Aral Sea Dries Up
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"Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime. But what happens when the learned fisherman finds no fish at all? This has been one of numerous problems plaguing the fisherfolk around the Aral Sea, a shallow basin of salt water


A Tale of Two Nations: The North Aral Sea Rebounds While the South Aral Sea Dries Up - CounterPunch.org

John Divinagracia (CounterPunch.org)
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dave

@GossiTheDog I took a screebshot when it was blurred out - then I deleted it.
Now I posted exactly the same thing with no problem, as expected. cyberplace.social/@hologram/11…

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Attached: 1 image Headlines July 11, 2025 from Democracy Now! U.N.: Israel Has Killed 800 Palestinians Seeking Aid in Gaza, Many at U.S. “Aid” Operation GHF https://indyradio.net/?q=node/373 #Israel #Gaza
Cyberplace

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At school, we were repeatedly instructed to "sit still", and this became embedded in our lives as a cardinal virtue. We now know that sitting still is highly damaging to our health. Perhaps it's time we told children to do the opposite. www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healt...

The dangers of sitting: why si...


The dangers of sitting: why sitting is the new smoking

The less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances for living a healthy life.
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

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The “Economy of Genocide” Report: A Reckoning Beyond Rhetoric
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"Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in occupied Palestine, stands as a testament to the notion of speaking truth to power. This “power” is not solely embodied by Israel or even the United States, but by an international community whose collective relevance has tragically failed


The "Economy of Genocide" Report: A Reckoning Beyond Rhetoric - CounterPunch.org

Ramzy Baroud (CounterPunch.org)

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The narrative of climate change and Russia’s real opportunities strategic-culture.su/news/2025…

The narrative of climate change and Russia’s real opportunities

For Moscow, the economic and strategic benefits clearly outweigh the damage caused by climate change. Join us on Telegram, Twitter, and VK. Contact us: info@strategic-culture.su A…
Strategic Culture Foundation

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Israel’s Demographic Project in Gaza – an Assault on the Palestinian Future
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"Twenty years ago, Israel unilaterally disengaged from Gaza after the post-1967 years of occupation and settlement. An overriding factor governing the decision to withdraw was the issue of demography. With a population of over two million Palestinians, Gaza has always represented a significant part of a


Israel’s Demographic Project in Gaza – an Assault on the Palestinian Future - CounterPunch.org

Anthony Fulton (CounterPunch.org)

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The Corporate Takeover of Housing
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"The 2025 U.S. housing market presents a paradox. Home sales are down, and there are far more sellers than buyers, yet prices continue to hit record highs. Over the past decade, home values have surged nationwide, includingin once-affordable Sunbelt cities. Policymakers appear ill-equipped to respond to the situation. In a July 2025 interview with the More
The post The Corporate


The Corporate Takeover of Housing - CounterPunch.org

John P. Ruehl (CounterPunch.org)

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Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas stall as 40 Palestinians killed today jrnl.ie/6761840

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas stall as 40 Palestinians killed today

Delegations from Israel and the Palestinian militant group have now spent a week trying to agree on a temporary truce to halt 21 months of bitter fighting in the Gaza Strip.
TheJournal.ie

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<<Sweden set to rent cells in Estonian jails as it runs out of room for its prisoners>>

I think Europe should chip in on a prison island.
Maybe make new Zealand an offer they can't refuse, or something 🤔🤣

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Sweden set to rent cells in Estonian jails as it runs out of room for its prisoners

Centre-right government rejects long-established national policies focused on rehabilitation and reintegration
Miranda Bryant (The Guardian)

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FFC's Handala begins its journey to Gaza to break the blockade, For the Children of Gaza - Freedom Flotilla (2025-07-13)

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>> Siracusa, Italy, July 13, 2025 — Today, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) announces that #Handala, our civilian aid boat, has officially set sail from Siracusa, Italy and begun its journey to Gaza. This marks a bold step in our ongoing effort to challenge Israel’s illegal, deadly blockade of the Palestinian people in Gaza…

>> The children of Gaza, who make up over half the population, have been living under a brutal blockade and siege for their entire lives. Since October 2023, over 50,000 have been killed or injured, tens of thousands orphaned, and nearly a million forcibly displaced and homeless. All now face famine, disease, and trauma few of us can imagine.

>> This mission is for them.

#FreedomFlotilla #BreakTheSiege
@palestine@lemmy.ml @palestine@a.gup.pe @israel

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Notes from the US: This is what impunity looks like
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"There is increasing evidence that the MAGA cult was always prepared to break the law when it suits them ~ Louis Further ~ Last weekend saw the first such major loss of life whose severity was partially caused by the MAGA/Trump/DOGE cuts to public services: over 120 people died at a summer camp in Texas
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Notes from the US: This is what impunity looks like - Freedom News

There is increasing evidence that the MAGA cult was always prepared to break the law when it suits them ~ Louis Further ~ Last weekend saw the first such major loss of life whose severity was partially caused by the MAGA/Trump/DOGE cuts to public ser…
anarchy (Freedom Press)

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Tell us about Maduro's, Kim Yong's, or Ayatollah Hameini's régimes. We need to laugh. expressional.social/@disisdegu…

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2025-07-14 07:37:33

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Democracy it's over in #UK #GermanyFascistCountry #Belgium #Netherlands and on and on.
Go to wedonotcomply.org/

We Do Not Comply

We will not comply with this unjust law. Many people from celebrities, to artists, to writers, to journalists to activists are intending to break this unjust law. We will do it together. Unjust laws are no laws at all.
We Do Not Comply

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K-Defense Day: Pimping for the Arms Dealers
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"Militarism is catching on across the countries of advanced economies and beyond. The sly, disingenuous term of “defence” is used in this context, encouraging arms manufacturers, contractors and the entire apparatus of the military-industrial complex to fatten for the cause. The European Union huffs and struts towards higher targets of expenditure that will cull


K-Defense Day: Pimping for the Arms Dealers - CounterPunch.org

Militarism is catching on across the countries of advanced economies and beyond.  The sly, disingenuous term of “defence” is used in this context,
Binoy Kampmark (CounterPunch.org)

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Emergent Misalignment: Narrow finetuning can produce broadly misaligned LLMs

Link: arxiv.org/abs/2502.17424
Discussion: news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4…


Emergent Misalignment: Narrow finetuning can produce broadly misaligned LLMs

We present a surprising result regarding LLMs and alignment. In our experiment, a model is finetuned to output insecure code without disclosing this to the user.
arXiv.org

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Fire on crude oil cargo train disrupts rail service in India en.mehrnews.com/news/234266/Fi…

Fire on crude oil cargo train disrupts rail service in India

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – A massive fire broke out Sunday on a freight train carrying crude oil in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, with no casualties reported, police said.
Morteza Ahmadi Al Hashem (Mehr News Agency)

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In the “Are you still talking about Jeffrey, Epstein(?)?” hubbub,
it kinda feels like a lot of people are forgetting the timeline…
August 10, 2019, epstein’s alleged suicide.
Donald Trump’s 1st term January 20, 2017 – January 20, 2021.
#HeIsTheirBoy
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#jimmydore #kurp #kurtmetzger #glenngreenwald #nickbryant
#jdvance #donaldtrump #pattel #bongino #epstein
#corruption #blackmail

( #irony noted, both the video hosts created and run by those implicated. yt-dlp it for your records while you can. )


Trump DESPERATE To Kill The Epstein Story! w/ Nick Bryant

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#BookingCom removed a hotel in #Japan from the website after the hotel questioned an "Israeli" tourist about his involvement in #Genocide and #warcrimes.

Meanwhile, #Booking continues to list illegal settlements in the occupied #WestBank and #EastJerusalem on its website, despite being condemned by the #UnitedNations, and continues to profit from the #ethniccleansing of #Palestinians

#BoycottBooking

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Vladimir Putin: Britain and France blame Russia for the collapse of their empires eu.eot.su/2025/07/13/vladimir-…

Vladimir Putin: Britain and France blame Russia for the collapse of their empires

Vladimir Putin: Britain and France blame Russia for the collapse of their empires Rossa Primavera News from Russia
Alexey Krechetov (Rossa Primavera International News)

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Der ehemalige Ministerpräsident Olmert sagt klar, dass was die israelische Regierung und Armee da in umsetzen will in #Gaza sind Konzentrationslager.

»“It is a concentration camp. I am sorry,” he said, when asked about the plans laid out by Israel Katz last week.«

»‘Humanitarian city’ would be concentration camp for Palestinians, says former Israeli MP« #Israel
theguardian.com/world/2025/jul…


‘Humanitarian city’ would be concentration camp for Palestinians, says former Israeli PM

Ehud Olmert says forcing people into camp would be ethnic cleansing, and anger at Israel is not all down to antisemitism
Emma Graham-Harrison (The Guardian)
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stephie

Derweil wird klar, dass Ben Gvir und Smotrich fordern dass das Lager-Projekt umgesetzt wird. Netanyahu verspricht, dass das passiert und dass "der Krieg" definitiv nicht enden wird, auch falls es einen "Waffenstillstand" geben wird. Es geht wie immer für ihn darum sich selbst an der Macht zu halten. Wenn dafür Konzentrationslager notwendig sind, dann ist Netanyahu dafür natürlich bereit.
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_ent…
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stephie

Übrigens - auch Netanyahu findet dass die 15 Milliarden, die Lapid beklagt, zu viel sind. Und dass es zu lange dauert. Er will die "humanitäre Stadt' genannten Konzentrationslager billiger und schneller

»According to sources, the revised forecast reportedly angered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who demanded from military commanders “a more realistic” plan. He directed senior officers to outline how the facility could be constructed more quickly and at lower cost.«
ynetnews.com/article/rksolxmie…


Netanyahu slams IDF over estimation Gaza 'Humanitarian City' could take over a year t

PM demands a faster, cheaper plan after the IDF estimates the project could take a year and cost $4 billion; critics warn plan may lead to forced displacement and undermine Israel’s military priorities
Itamar Eichner (ynetnews)
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stephie

Auch Finanzminister Smotrich findet die Kosten für die Lager zu hoch. Man habe doch schon soviel ausgegeben. Und nun solle man nicht auch noch die Berechnungen für die Kosten nach oben manipulieren.

Er sagt auch, dass die Dauer und die Kosten "des Kriegs" eindeutig überwiegend deswegen so hoch sind, weil "die Hilfe Hamas erreiche".
In Smotrichs Gedankenwelt bedeutet das soviel wie "wir wären schon längst durch mit dem Krieg wenn wir jede Lieferung von Essen etc. komplett unterbunden hätten"

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Dear friends of the BSD Cafe,

This idea has been in my mind since the very beginning of this adventure, almost two years ago. Over time, several people have suggested it. But until recently, I felt the timing just wasn’t right - for many reasons. Today, I believe it finally is.

So I’m happy to announce a new service:
The BSD Cafe Journal - journal.bsd.cafe

At first, I thought I’d use BSSG for it (I even added multi-author support with this in mind), but in the end, it didn’t feel like the right tool for the job.

The idea is to create a multi-author space, with content published on a fairly regular basis. A reference point for news, updates, tutorials, technical articles - a place to inform and connect.
Just like people in Italy used to stop by cafes to read the newspaper and chat about the day’s news, the BSD Cafe Journal aims to be a space for reading, sharing, and staying informed - all in the spirit of the BSD Cafe.

What it’s not:
It’s not here to replace personal blogs, or excellent newsletters like @vermaden ’s. And it’s not an aggregator.

What it is:
A place where authors can write original content, share links to posts on their own blogs or elsewhere, publish guides, offer insights, or dive into technical explanations.

The guiding principles are the same as always: positivity, constructive discussion, promoting BSDs and open source in general. No hype (sharing a cool new service is fine, posting non-stop about the latest trend is not), no drama, no politics. The goal is to bring people together, not divide them. To inform, not inflame.
Respect, tolerance, and inclusivity are key. Everyone should feel welcome reading the BSD Cafe Journal - never judged, offended, or excluded.

The platform I’ve chosen is WordPress, for several reasons: it’s portable (runs well on all BSDs), has great built-in role management (contributors, authors, etc.), and - last but not least - supports ActivityPub.
This means every author will have their own identity in the Fediverse (like: @stefano@journal.bsd.cafe ) and can be followed directly, and it’ll also be possible to follow the whole Journal.

Original and educational content is encouraged, but it’s also perfectly fine to link to existing articles elsewhere. Personally, I’ll link my technical posts from ITNotes whenever I publish them there.

The goal is simple: a news-oriented site, rich in content, ad-free, respectful of privacy - all under the BSD Cafe umbrella.

Content coordination will happen in a dedicated Matrix room for authors. There’ll also be a public room for discussing ideas, giving feedback, and sharing suggestions.

Of course, I can’t do this alone. A journal with no content is just an empty shell.
So here’s my call for action:
Who’s ready to lend a hand? If you enjoy writing, explaining, sharing your knowledge - the Journal is waiting for you.

#BSDCafe #BSDCafeServices #BSDCafeUpdates #BSDCafeAnnouncements #RunBSD #FreeBSD #NetBSD #OpenBSD #illumos #Linux #OSS #OpenSource #BCJournal #BSDCafeJournal

The BSD Cafe Journal – The BSD Cafe Journal: Your Daily Brew of BSD & Open Source News

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Chili : victoire du Parti Communiste et opportunité dans un contexte électoral défavorable
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"Lors de la primaire de la gauche, la candidate communiste Jeannette Jara a remporté une victoire écrasante dans tout le pays, devançant l’ancienne Concertación[1] et le Frente Amplio[2]. Si elle […]
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Chili : victoire du Parti Communiste et opportunité dans un contexte électoral défavorable - CONTRETEMPS

Lire hors-ligne :Lors de la primaire de la gauche, la candidate communiste Jeannette Jara a remporté une victoire écrasante dans tout le pays, devançant l’ancienne Concertación[1] et le Frente Amplio[2]. […]
Javiera Manzi (CONTRETEMPS)

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Miguela

2025-07-14 03:40:23

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Johan Messely
#art, #peinture #Johan-Messely
Fraicheur sous la varangue...

Johan Messely - B-ART GALLERY

Johan Messely20/02/1953 Johan Messely crée des peintures à l’huile débordant de couleurs, des tableaux provençaux qui attirent le spectateur et l’invitent à y entrer, s’y installer dans le calme pour y profiter du soleil, de l’ombre et surtout de la …
B-ART GALLERY

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Ο Κικιλιας δεν φαινεται μονο βλακας, αλλα ειναι κιολας

Πανω στη ροη του λογου του (λεμε τωρα λογος...) ειπε οτι το λιβυκο πελαγος λογω εκτασης δεν ειναι Αιγαιο για να μπορουν να εφαρμοσουν τις ιδιες τακτικες "απωθησης" μεταναστων, αλλα ειναι αναγκασμενοι μονο σε ερευνα και διασωση...

Ομολογησε εμμεσως πλην σαφως, οτι αυτη τη φορα δεν μπορουν να κανουν βιαια pushbacks, να μαντρωνουν κ εγκαταλειπουν ανθρωπους σε βραχονησιδες, ν τρυπανε βαρκες και να πνιγουν μεταναστες

#λιβυη

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Mirada el lado positivo en lo de #torrepachecoviolencia cuando echen a todos esos inmigrantes que según los neandertales fachas "vienen a quitarnos el trabajo", decía, por fin esos fachapobres podrán ir a trabajar allí a recoger la fruta a un euro la caja 12 horas al día. Españoles de bien dándolo todo por los fachas de V🤮X mientras estos se rascan los huevos a dos manos en sus oficinas con aire acondicionado.
Como contaba el otro día, sobre una discusión que tuve en mi curro con un mileurista que veía inmigrantes delincuentes por todas partes, el mensaje cala y mucho.
En vez de luchar para que nadie tenga que cobrar una mierda por trabajar, los ponen en su contra y joder si funciona.

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Water scarcity in Gaza amid the summer heat dailyyemen.net/2025/07/13/wate…

Water scarcity in Gaza amid the summer heat

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) warned of “dire health consequences” in the Gaza Strip due to the lack of clean water and soap, overcrowded shelters, and the summer heat, amid the ongoing Israeli blockade an
DAILY YEMEN

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If you are in New Zealand and aged over 18 can you help me out and complete this survey?

I’m leading on a project for the New Zealand Association of Rationalists and Humanists to develop non-religious pastoral care in hospitals and prisons. Currently, all the funding goes to Christian organisations.

The survey will take 10 mins and is open to anyone - regardless of religion or belief!

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Please boost! And please complete it yourself! It would be super helpful!

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