This week’s #FreeFictionFriday is “The God of the Sea” by Barakat Akinsiku. After a natural disaster ruffles her close-knit beachside community, Layi unearths a curiosity within her for the powerful yet serene neighbor lapping at her home shore. Read more here: csi.asu.edu/books/everyt...

Check out this week’s #FreeFictionFriday, “The Middle” by author @erinkwagner.bsky.social , in which a Michelin-starred restaurant installs a robotic sous-chef, and the human staff walk out. Nate, the head chef, is the only one who remains to oversee the transition. 🔗 issues.org/futuretensef...

In this week's #FreeFictionFriday pick, "Scent of the Freetails" by @Deji Bryce Olukotun, we're introduced to Raj, a man visiting his sister-in-law's off-grid community with his family. But the town of La Estrella has garnered quite a reputation, leaving Raj with concerns. issues.org/scent-freeta...

This weeks #FreeFictionFriday story is “Heart of the City” by Amy K. Nichols. In preparation of his last concert, Ari, a seasoned violinist, must reckon with his last performance. As he takes the stage, he realizes a truth about empathy and harnesses kinship. Read here: csi.asu.edu/books/sounds...

In this week's #FreeFictionFriday feature, writer E.G. Condé introduces us to veteran operator Alvaro and his passionate trainee Li. When their employer's systems suddenly fail and the city is plunged into darkness, the two decide to take matters into their own hands. 🔗 issues.org/futuretensef...

In this week's #FreeFictionFriday response essay, investigative journalist Alice Driver reflects on Gabriela Damián Miravete's "Coser y Cantar," examining the growing intersection of human labor and automation. 🔗 issues.org/futuretensef...

This week's #FreeFictionFriday response essay, "Can We Cool Down Data?" by @theuniverse.bsky.social , explores the innovative possibilities of DNA-based digital data storage and reflects on why seeking cooler, more resilient storage alternatives is essential. issues.org/futuretensef...

In this week's #FreeFictionFriday pick by @bpladek.bsky.social , Chase, a risk analyst, has built his life around predicting everything that could possibly go wrong. But his partner, a passionate activist, has built hers on the belief that things can go right. 🔗 issues.org/futuretensef...

This week’s #FreeFictionFriday is “The Lullaby-Dirge” by Mason Carr. Climate change causes a slow-rumbling population crisis to reach an dire low, and the country comes to grasp a desperate solution. The nation learns to adapt, and new communities blossom. More here: csi.asu.edu/story/the-lu...

This week’s #FreeFictionFriday piece is “Pursuant to the Agreement” by Andrew Dana Hudson. Disputes over nuclear waste storage have reshaped the nation. Through artifacts, documents, private messages, and letters, we see rising tensions that began splintering the states. csi.asu.edu/books/radnei...

NEWSMAX: This Cuba thing -- people struggle w/ how this is America first when gas is $4.55 a gallon COMER: Cuba has always been a security threat N: Really? COMER: If some country went in and loaded Cuba with the same drones Iran had, yes I think it could be a threat N: Sounds like a false flag

the insufferable roommate energy you have to deal with at work when you're in-person is what air-fries my last nerve more than anything to do with my actual responsibilities.

ROLLING GUNNER is no joke. This is how I start my day. #SHMUP #BulletHell

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Republicans have won the Great Redistricting War of 2026, but that may not be enough for President Trump's party to maintain its hold on the U.S. House of Representatives in November's midterm elections. Reuters national affairs correspondent Joseph Ax explains the situation.

POV: When you learn that Australia taxes beer more than polluting gas exports And the cherry on top? That gas is driving climate change and worsening extreme weather – no matter where it’s burned. Thanks for the hot tip @davidpocock.bsky.social

JD Vance uncharacteristically blames something on Joe Biden, American spies in Greenland, a massive airstrike in Ukraine, the average Russian who loves helping the Ukrainians, and more! Listen and watch on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3rKr... Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/v_mm1PY874U

My authentic voice is my brand! Outsourcing my content nearly ruined it. Social Beat keeps me consistent and truly me. Game changer for business owners. 🔥 #SocialBeat #EntrepreneurLife #ContentStrategy #BusinessGrowth #AuthenticBrand #DigitalMarketing

🟡VSC🟡 Russell is out from the lead after a loss of power and he is NOT happy #F1 #CanadianGP

Cassidy Williams says we should be careful using AI to handle hiring, as it can make terrible mistakes. Does AI still need human supervision? 🤔 Watch Cassidy's full episode of Coffee with Developers, recorded live in Germany at the Merge 2024, at www.wearedevelopers.com/en/videos/91...

Starmer is wrong - Brexit went completely according to plan - the problem is that it was Putin’s plan.

Dead schoolgirls don't matter. Calling out the lies? That's harassment. #trumplies #maga #warnews #ww3

'Malfunctioning Megatron' demands your DNA data, but thinks humans are reptiles due to en-slop-ification. From Neofeud 2 my 90s-style #retrogame ! silverspook.itch.io/neofeud2 #indiedev #indiegames #cyberpunk #steamdeck #art #artist #scifiart #noai

Es war eine Sternstunde im Landtag: Alle demokratischen Fraktionen haben sich klar an die Seite von betroffenen Frauen gestellt, auch mal für Abgeordnete aus dem anderen Lager applaudiert und es trotzdem geschafft, bei bestimmten Punkten Akzente zu setzen und Kritik anzubringen.

Well....thats an issue.... New Glenn was ready for a static fire, however it blew up on the LC-36 pad. According to Blue Origin, all personnel are safe. Source: @nasaspaceflight.com NSF Space Coast Live cam

Yesterday's photo shoot was a swinging time at The Muse boutique hotel 🏩 Not every Palm Springs getaway needs to be men-only. The Muse Hotel is an adults-only boutique gem – and a colorful alternative worth exploring. #BoutiqueHotel #PalmSpringsHotels #TheMuseHotel #Staycation #Gaycation

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Congratulations to the Maryland State Police 160th Trooper Candidate Class. You all have earned the title of Maryland’s Finest.

A Price to Pay She will hold onto her family’s land, even if it means losing everything else… #historicalfiction #booksworthreading  #Australiafiction #historicalsaga #bookthreads #SouthernHighlandsNSW #readingforpleasure Amazon https://mybook.to/APricetoPay  

We didn’t see coming a mad man with mind of greed will destroy us all we will suffer for it💯🤔

The least suspicious North Korean defector.

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“Based on true events”… but how true? ‘The Order’ tells the story of a violent neo-Nazi network in 1980s America — inspired by real crimes, real victims, and one fiery standoff. Here’s what’s Real vs. Reel. 👇 #MoviesToHistory #ReelVsReal

Between The Buried And Me shows you what they keep in their tour bus fridge! #btbam #digitaltourbus #businvaders #tourbus #tourlife

#birds This is a Junco - I think it's a female. It seems to enjoy the bath quite a bit!

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#trump #energy #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/wjcvsf2c

In this Video about Difference Between Centralized and Decentralized Exchange Script: A Short Note explain by BlockchainX.

TACO Donald Chump!!! Is in well over his head at home and abroad. #trumpsucks #KINGOFTHEPEDOPHILES #BLUEWAVE26 #NODEALMASTER

An Eze finish ⚽️ #UCLfinal

New America's @techanddemocracy.newamerica.org advocates for tech policy that protects our right to privacy. This #DataPrivacyDay, we spotlight some of their efforts to advance this important work. 💻 https://go.newamerica.org/consumer-privacy-5

Trump Threatens To Bomb Iran Back To The Stone Ages www.keneci.com/World-confli...

I talk with people all over the world and have come to realize that we are pitied.

Ireland: when people looted, little talk of armored cars, now peaceful fuel protests get a heavy response. #Power #Taxation #ProtestPolitics #Ireland #Fuel

Alsina calmando las aguas ante teorías conspirativas de sabotaje, defendiendo la actitud comunicativa de Óscar Puente y un pequeño zasca a Mazón. (1/2)

Say hello to the new guy in town. The Sentinel is a force to be reckoned with, and he even comes with tiny little minions of his own. I’m adding more enemies for variety, but there’s still a mountain of more important stuff to be done. It never ends.... #darkfantasy #roguelike #indiedev #devlog

The Philly accent is the most beautiful sound in the world, and Tina Fey nails it @MentosUSA Original post

Gary V sings a heartfelt “Sana Maulit Muli” at Jessica Sanchez’s Manila concert. #jessicasanchezliveinmanila #wilbroslive

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🔥 There was a loud explosion at an oil refinery in Saratov, Russia Local reports indicate several focal points of fire.

Americans are working longer hours just to keep up with rent, groceries, and bills. Instead of helping them, Republicans are planning to use $400 MILLION in taxpayer dollars to fund Trump’s gilded ballroom. This is exactly where their priorities lie.

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Ted Cruz on high gas prices: "I don't think it's gonna impact the midterms. I've seen no data that suggests this is having a big impact on the midterms. Under Biden, gas prices ... "

Xàfec a la vall d’en bas, uns 20 litres en 10 minuts He quedat ben xop

New episode out now! In this episode, Tomasz Hollanek argues that design is central to AI ethics. We discuss the role designers should play in shaping ethical AI and why AI literacy matters. Watch the episode now on YouTube, or listen on Apple, Spotify, or on your fave platform! youtu.be/YLRuPCFF9eE

No matter who tries to silence us, we will continue to speak out. The courage and perseverance that we are witnessing in Minnesota and across the country is the way forward.

On repeat from now until the midterms.

🇩🇰🇺🇸 Die dänische Premierministerin Mette Frederiksen warnt vor einer gezielten Untergrabung der Demokratie durch Technologiegiganten und künstliche Intelligenz. Nach ihrer Aussage kooperieren die Konzerne aktiv mit politischen Kräften gegen demokratische Strukturen.