The most glaring omission in Western media coverage of Taiwan is Taiwan itself. I can’t remember the last time I’ve seen a Taiwanese person interviewed! Instead, Taiwan is discussed almost as if it’s uninhabited land contested by China and the US. 1/3

“Those ashes, come spring, I will return to the orchard at the foot of the sandhill. They will come back to me again, perhaps as red apples, or perhaps as a spirit of enterprise in some fat October squirrel, who, for reasons unknown to himself, is bent on planting acorns.” —Aldo Leopold

Shifen 十分 Waterfall 瀑布 just outside of Taipei in beautiful Taiwan.

A big burden was lifted just now as the following popped into my head: YOUR JOB IS NOT to convince anyone else to be intellectually honest. YOUR JOB IS ONLY to make sure you remain intellectually honest yourself.

West Michigan Xtreme Cardio

Deadlift 200 kg (441 lbs)

Vote for Zohran Mamdani and/or Brad Lander today! Don’t rank Cuomo. 🙏🏽

Beginner guitar holiday meditation on Will Ackerman, “What Strangers Are These.” I am falling in love with this instrument—even a single note hits you deep on guitar. Peace, peace on all our Earth. There are no strangers.

#Deadlift 6 x 295. Helping to gain strength and avoid injury: remembering to consciously USE MY LEGS, not just rely on my lower back.

I wept as I re-watched Mon Mothma’s Senate speech from Andor. It is a mirror of our present reality. “Of all the things at risk, the loss of an objective reality is perhaps the most dangerous. The loss of truth is the ultimate victory of evil… 1/2

Putin called Xi Jinping his “long-time good friend” ahead of his visit to China. Trade between Russia and China continues to grow, having long surpassed the $200-bln mark. 😈

Thank you to every Oregonian who made their voice heard in this important election. Our incredible County Clerks and elections workers are now working carefully to make sure every eligible ballot gets counted. Follow along at results.oregonvotes.gov #oregonvotes

In Mexico, look at the IMSS Bienestar General Hospital in Jiutepec. Fully equipped, with all the staff, a state-of-the-art operating theater, dignified treatment, and completely free. Some will be speechless. COMPLETELY FREE

Majestic.

An early build of the long-lost Pit Fighter II was dumped, which was planned for release in late 1993 for the SEGA Mega Drive . Full video www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RpL... #segagenesis #segamegadrive #pitfighter

Full episode in comments In Episode 157: A water quality update. Changes in the Master Fee Schedule. Planning Board preview. Alameda and the current administration. New members of the AFD Dive team. APD crime statistics. Real estate sales. Tennessee Williams at Altarena. Plus weekend events.

Dialektik(versinnbildlicht):

Trump called Epstein’s survivors “the victims, or whatever.” Two words. That is his eulogy for their suffering. He wants hearings buried. His name is in those files. Don’t shut up. Stay loud.

Samuel L. Jackson has a cameo as Xander the Shark in ‘The Boys’ final season 🦈 😂

us jet shot down in iran #fighterjet #crash #us #iran #israel #viralvideo #reelsvideo #reelsviral #reelschallenge #reelsfyp #news #curiousfellow @highlight

ICYMI: CDX—the new era of soil moisture sensing. In this 30-min webinar, Leo Rivera explains how next-gen sensors work, why they matter, and what they mean for ag, environmental science, engineering, and more. Watch the webinar: metergroup.com/webinars/cdx...

Parasites + Diabetes Are Connected!!! Watch The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" Episode with Dr. Yah'ki Rapha Elohim - Out NOW on YouTube! #JamalBryantPodcast #JamalBryant #Podcast #YahkiAwakened #DrYahki #YahkiRaphaElohim #PhD #Health #Holistic #Herbal #HolisticTherapy #Therapy #Wellness

3/6 #StevenMiles : Instead, the state government is removing mandatory affordable housing targets. Do you think it's fair the #LNP is axing affordable housing? #AUSPOL #OldAds #HousePrices #AffordableHousing #SocialHousing #ALP #Labor #Crisafulli #PutLNPLast

Hier geht es nur alleine um die Anatomie, natürlich muss die Frau sich wohl fühlen. Abbildung von Sarah Schmid #geburt #gebären #schwangerschaft Ich bringe gerade meine Videos hierher – falls du neu bist, willkommen! 👋

Peace dove out of sight From the rubble, they look up at every white wing #thursdaymood #thoughts #poetry #poem #haiku #senryu #vss365 #dove #Peace #war #NoWar

QTP with a gif of a powerful woman!

A&W Restaurants is bringing the heat AND the chill 👀🔥❄️ 🥤 NEW Frozen Lemonade – perfect for summer vibes 🍔 Jalapeño Queso Bacon Burger – loaded with spicy, cheesy goodness Would you try these or are you skipping? 👇 #AW #FastFoodNews #NewMenuItems #FoodieFinds #BurgerLovers #SpicyFood

Young Americans John I’m Only Dancing Ziggy Stardust Photo Bruce Lee training Sharon Tate for a movie role

The European Union and Mexico are natural allies: we are reliable partners and friends. And today, with the signing of the modernised global agreement and the interim trade agreement between the EU and Mexico, our relationship is set to reach a new, more mature and ambitious level. #EUMexico

To call it a shit show is being complimentary..scraping the bottom of the Fox News trash bin

Are you angry yet? These ICE agents drug a pregnant woman and treat her like an animal. This is Trump's America. #community #wethepeople #resist #standtogether #getloud

Film: Man of the Year (2006) [PG-13] Studio: Universal Pictures Character: Stewart Actor: Jeff Goldblum Director: Barry Levinson Screenwriter: Barry Levinson Timestamp: 0:39:17 cinematicfbombs.com/2023/05/28/2...

“typical" (e.g., animals, art, literature, or celebrities). Social Play: Girls with autism may play in small groups or engage in imaginative play, which can lead teachers and parents to assume their social development is on track.

This is all about Australians embracing practical technology that helps lower bills.

#TriviaTime #NewOrleansSquare #TheHauntedMansion#MovingPortraits #FYPViral

9 individuals have been arrested following violent attacks on ICE agents in Newark, NJ. State police backup was refused to be sent by the Governor.

This week, we launched three new 15-second spots highlighting the New Yorkers I’ve served and the fights I’ll lead in Congress. Here’s Jennifer and Charlie on Medicare for All.

To calm down all doubts, here is the actual "Drunken Edward" loading screen / memory corridor from Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced! (Source: Assassin's Creed UK)

A pro-Palestine demonstration linked to Gaza caused major disruption at Utrecht Central after protesters entered the railway tracks, forcing train services at one of the country’s busiest transport hubs to be suspended.

Os sinais do envolvimento de Flávio Bolsonaro com o Banco Master sempre foram evidentes. Vídeo completo nas outras redes sociais.

Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed criticisms of his property tax relief plan during a Friday press conference, saying that his plan is fair to Florida residents. https://www.wfla.com/video/florida-gov-desantis-breaks-down-property-tax-reduction-plan-for-homeowners/11836649/ 

#pluthepleasantpit likes to visit all the neighbors...

I got to chat with Steve Grove, CEO and Publisher of the Minnesota Star Tribune on my podcast, One Hour Detours.

How it ended Spurs WIN!

🚨 TIME IS ALMOST UP! You have 24 hours! That's it! Nominate your favourite creator for Creator of the Year in 2026. One click. One nomination. Don't miss your chance! Link below!

🎪 Selling Fast 🎪 THE AMAZING DIGITAL CIRCUS: THE LAST ACT screens at Light House from June 4. Pre-booking is strongly advised. 🎟 link in bio #theamazingdigitalcircus #gooseworx

(spoilers for the climax of season 4's first cor) I'm a simple man and the music in this scene actually made me start feeling goosebumps. (please ignore Key_in_red coming online in the middle of the video and also @ bluesky mods unshadowban him pls)

Remember when they told us that he couldn’t be manipulated or compromised because he came into office with money

@ScienceNews - ALL energy flows in WAVES but Time Waves come at us SIDEWAYS - WE ARE LIVING IN PERPENDICULAR TIMES - Time Waves come in at right angles - A New Reality - Pls Retweet-RePost-Review - Amazon.com #books #science

Park lake this am.🌞

🌊 CA-36, meet your Courage Candidate. @rustin4congress.bsky.social is running for Congress. Not out of ambition — out of seeing hard work not pay off for too many people. No empty rhetoric. Just problem-solving, concrete goals, and real action.

Loneliness can negatively affect your physical health more than smoking 🧠 Psychologist Bruce Hood illuminated what science can tell us about happiness. Watch the full talk: youtube.com/watch?v=LtGY85JXTUM

This one goes out to St. Petersburg 🔥

KMU sind das häufigste Ziel von Cyberangriffen Ein Grund: Sie haben meist nicht die Ressourcen der großen Konzerne zur Verfügung. Genau hier setzt ein Geschäftsfortführungsplan nach BSI-Standard 200-4 an. Erfahren Sie mehr dazu in unserem Blog: mailbox.org/de/blog/gesc...

Loonies. Everywhere. Fousands of em. Tees by Sillytees.

Was die Errungenschaften des Forums betrifft, so war es das vorerst. t.me/nexta_live/1...

Lizzy gets snapped in half! 💥 #WWENXT

These fukin guys ..... I swear !!!!!!!!!!! 🤬

Morning Kittens

⏳ The countdown is on - Sherwood Forest Day 2026 is only THREE weeks away 🌳 There will be tree planting, plaque unveilings, proclamation readings and more 📜 🗓️ 20th February 2026