“The Pedestrians Who Abetted a Hawk’s Deadly Attack
A zoologist observed a Cooper’s hawk using a crosswalk signal as a cue to ambush its prey.”
The Atlantic · The Most Ingenious Hawk in New Jersey
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"SYDNEY — It is the criminal trial that has captivated Australia. No fewer than four podcasts track its every update. At least two documentaries are delving into it. Newspapers have been devoting pages to the trial, while websites have been live-blogging every witness’s testimony. And each morning, scores of people line up for the chance to squeeze into a courtroom to watch it unfold"
The Washington Post · In Australia, everyone has a hot take about the mushroom murder trial
“What Are People Still Doing on X?
Imagine if your favorite neighborhood bar turned into a Nazi hangout.”
The Atlantic · What Are People Still Doing on X?
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"Mr. Martin has virtually no investigative experience. Instead he has signaled he intends to subject the president’s accusers to humiliations and inconveniences comparable to what Mr. Trump endured, to right perceived wrongs."
The New York Times · If Justice Dept. Can’t Prosecute Trump’s Foes, It Will ‘Shame’ Them, Official Says
Mechanic Double crossed!
US House passes #Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” by ONE VOTE
Behind the #Gaslighting…
1. #HealthInsurance for 13.7 Million – Gone
That’s not just a statistic—it’s #cancer treatments postponed, insulin unaffordable, mental health gone
2. Food Off the Table
Taking food out of the mouths of children, disabled Americans, #veterans, and older Americans.
3. Record-Breaking Explosion of National Debt
Increase the #nationaldebt by over $3.3 trillion in just ten years. Federal debt held by the public would spike from 98% of #GDP to an unprecedented 125% 
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"Squibb, who had arrived in a sparkly floral caftan holding Johansson’s hand, couldn’t stop beaming. She had last been to Cannes 12 years ago for Alexander Payne’s “Nebraska,” in a supporting role that earned her an Oscar nomination — and there’s already talk that this film, only the second lead role of her career after last year’s action-comedy “Thelma,” might have her competing with the likes of Jennifer Lawrence for best actress."
The Washington Post · Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut leaves Cannes theater weeping
I can't wait for #menopause when I get my bodily autonomy back.
The Washington Post · Brain-dead pregnant woman’s case spurs questions about medical consent
Photos and success stories of no mow lawns.
The Washington Post · No-mow lawns: Photos and stories of life on the wild side
TTC streetcar detour timeline:
Jan 2025: detour, but parking/ stopping/ loading restrictions + dedicated transit lanes.
March: transit lanes removed from plan
April: restrictions removed from plan
May: detour begins poorly
@GraphicMatt in the Toronto Star: https://www.thestar.com/opinion/star-columnists/matt-elliott-there-was-a-better-way-transit-hell-from-streetcar-detour-is-a-cautionary/article_d14f7d73-6789-4820-abf8-5ba7d7530075.html?gift=1&gift_token=a0d1e508-9bb3-42b0-839b-1dc65ebd2197
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“Big Tech takes a harder line against worker activism, political dissent
A tighter labor market and lower corporate tolerance have stifled once boisterous employee input on controversies over company policy, AI safety and the Israel-Gaza war.”
“Tech companies have doubled down on their intolerance for political dissent under President Donald Trump, who has taken a tough approach to the federal workforce. Top executives at Google, Meta and Amazon sent millions to Trump’s inauguration committee and have privately courted the White House in meetings. Many of the companies have also introduced MAGA-friendly policies such as scrapping diversity initiatives and reversing long-standing content-moderation practices.”
The Washington Post · Big Tech takes a harder line against worker activism, political dissent
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Five Strategies to increase Health Span
1. Strength training
2. Scheduled sleep
3. Manage stress, improve mental health
4. Spend more time outdoors
5. Be wary of 'influencers'
#giftlink #longevity #erictopol #healthspan
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/06/well/live/eric-topol-longevity-tips.html?unlocked_article_code=1.FU8.Si8Y.p-xQOpbHZwFh
The New York Times · A Longevity Expert’s 5 Tips for Aging Well