AN UNSULLIED SHIELD (1913) is an early (though not the earliest) example of the "ancestors climb down from their portraits" trope. A young wastrel is shamed for his partying ways by a mystic television program showing his forebears dying in combat.

Le bang! Le bang bang! Hurhurhur! And thank goodness stunts got a little safer so they didn't have to keep dropping their leading man onto a rolling train (you can tell from the dropped hat that this was not a slow train sped up via undercranking, they just had the poor man jump!)

(distant scraping sound) (grows louder) (I enter the room pushing a soapbox) (gets on) MOVIES HAVEN'T HAD AN ORIGINAL THOUGHT SINCE 1916 OR THEREABOUTS

How to order in a French Canadian bar

But in the meantime, just watch anything directed by Jean Durand. One of the most wonderfully weird people to ever direct a movie and he deserves to be better known

A hero triumphant in THE RACE FOR THE SAUSAGE (1907)

Max Linder vs his necktie, necktie wins in MAX SETS THE STYLE

It doesn't help that the film's setup would have Bertie Wooster remarking on what a sap the hero is. Still, it does have Sally Rand and Franklin Pangborn in supporting roles, so that's fun

L'ATLANTIDE (France)

Thomas Meighan during the Babylon flashback in MALE AND FEMALE. Who among us?

Day 329 – Running every day for the rest of my life to improve my mental health (4.85 km) 🎵 Kevin Penkin – Time (Tower of God) #time #kevinpenkin #towerofgod #soundtrack #ambientorchestral #brokenheart #heartbreak #healingjourney #postbreakup #selfrepair #selfaccountability #selfreflection #love

Caught between hot dogs or spaghetti Bolognaise 🍝 🤔 😋

As NYC debates policing and public safety, what comes next? Join Strategies for a New Era of Policing and Public Safety in NYC, a conversation on evidence based approaches beyond enforcement. 📅 March 4, 2026 ⏰ 6:30 to 8:00 PM 🎫 RSVP: www.gc.cuny.edu/events/strat... #zohranmamdani #nyc

Whispers of Power: Book Two of Now Comes Grim Before war consumes the galaxy, before the battlefield is drenched in blood, there are the whispers—of power, of betrayal, of men willing to sacrifice everything to shape the future. a.co/d/iQQnejO #scifi

A few weeks back, we got our lowest numbered card ever at a /5. This week, we matched it in a #MLS Chrome hangar box! Check out the full video on YouTube! youtu.be/KPlYzxtsT-o #MLS #NYCFC #PackOpening

Les contamos la vinculación que existe entre el estado de ánimo y el incremento de horas de luz al día.

Make You Feel My Love by Bob Dylan, very popularly covered by Adele. San Francisco, do you think the Democratic Party needs new leadership? Saikat Chakrabarti will support primaries against officials who have let us down. @saikatforcongress.bsky.social #cello #sanfrancisco #congress #2026elections

On Pete Hegseth: ..."There is a tradition where Defense Secretaries attempt to minimize their overtly partisan behavior, ....They try to, in the name of national security, act more as a nonpartisan actor, and Pete Hegseth has totally discarded that tradition."

Full episode in comments. In Episode 155: APD on the job, and at CityCouncil. Planning Board budget. Apartment fire displaces residents. Security for ferry commuters. Coast Guard changes. AHS news. Real estate sales. Holiday weekend activities. Changes at Almanac. A service of @alamedapost.com

Adrián Martínez (Racing Club) missed goal opportunity against Caracas 80'

“Five billion to turn school students into UAV operators — so that in five years they can be used on the front lines, in wartime needs. But the UAV operator profession here will die out within a year at most, because everything will be flying on AI.” — Russian politician Ivan Mironov

STATEMENT FROM BELFAST HARBOUR POLICE: "We're working closely with PSNI, NIFRS, and staff of Clearway Disposals, following the outbreak of a fire at its facility. Queen’s Road is closed to traffic and pedestrians. We advise local residents to keep windows and doors closed. Please avoid the area."

Videos de OVNIS #mikenavolta

Over 3 million Californians could lose their health coverage because of Trump’s cuts. Not on my watch. As your California governor, I’ll fight back and protect Medi-Cal.

A filibuster stalls, but cloture brings out the scissors. Sorry for the flashbacks, Toby. ✂️🐶 Learn the words. Laugh at the system. #PoliticalWordsForAdults #Filibuster #Cloture #PoliticalHumor #USPolitics #Comedy

14.05.2026 A viral video from India's Uttar Pradesh shows a young man being lifted high into the air after fierce winds ripped away a tin shed during severe storms. en.mehrnews.com/news/244513/... #FossilFuels #Collapse #Climate #India

Tristan Interview #GachaOC #GachaLife

1/2,Prince Harry is a Patron of The HALO Trust, Repost from The HALO Trust Instagram account, click link to go to the account, www.instagram.com/p/DYRpNQQDlt...

The filibuster is a Senate rule requiring 60 votes to end debate, allowing a minority to block legislation.

Hear from leaders advancing local reparations and community-based racial justice. This panel explores grassroots efforts like the Greenbelt Experience, key challenges, and the role of universities—plus a Q&A. 🗓️ 4/28 🕑 5 - 7 PM 📍Kerwin 301 👉 RSVP: american-spa.swoogo.com/local-reparations-efforts

Avi Lewis: "The separation movement in Alberta has no point of comparison with the historic sovereignty movement in Quebec. This is a MAGA aligned, potentially funded, disruptive movement that has been really thrown into national prominence by Danielle Smith."

Inés Rey, alcaldesa de A Coruña, recibe al Dépor en el Palacio Municipal tras su ascenso: "Volvemos a la categoría que nunca debimos abandonar y lo hicimos juntos, equipo y afición de la mano" En DIRECTO en #Canal24horas rtve.es/play/24-horas/

If you’re in NYC, stop by the Epstein-Trump Reading Room.

Day 1 of World PI Week is here! From April 22–29, we’re coming together to raise awareness of primary immunodeficiencies — and to push for what matters most: access to full care. From early diagnosis to timely treatment and ongoing support — it cannot wait. Join us this week! #wpiw2026 #ipopi

✨Today's spotlight is on the Grappler. It's a midrange mechanical threat that changes how players must think about space, timing, and risk.✨ ✨ ✨ open.spotify.com/episode/2qRm... ✨ ✨ #razzledazzle #razzledazzleshow #indiegamedev #shadeprotocol #metroidvania @shadeprotocolgame.bsky.social

A moving postcard through Swiss wine heritage 🇨🇭 #Pully #GrapePlace #LavauxExpress #Switzerland https://go.grape-place.com/lavaux-sky

In this edition of Tupper's Take, Illini expert Mark Tupper discusses the importance of coaching stability to Illinois athletics and what it means for Brad Underwood after his extension was approved by the University.

AOC: “If you’re a man in the Trump administration, misconduct gets rewarded. They don’t seem to have a rhyme or reason… unless it has to do with the Epstein files. Then you’ll get the shot.” 🎯 Same behavior. Different consequences. #SheShed

Back after a 2 day break and straight back to work in 𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗢 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗮𝗻: 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 🦇

How are gas prices near you? HJR 173, the Everything Tax proposal, means you would pay *even more* at the pump.

Já ficou indignado hoje? Ouça Edir Macedo falando que enriquece as pessoas e continua pobre: “todos continuam me devendo”.

The Light #SLS #TeamSuperior #SuperiorLuxuryStyle

Amnesty International, B’Tselem, Doctors Without Borders, Human Rights Watch, the International Association of Genocide Scholars, Physicians for Human Rights, the Scottish Government, and the United Nations have said that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza. Time Westminster woke up to that.

Luisangel Acuña grounds into a double play with a position player pitching

The Food Leaders Fellowship unites emerging leaders across sectors to ignite personal transformation and scalable change. Drawing on @aspeninstitute.bsky.social's legacy of leadership fellowships, we're building a community of food system innovators. Applications open: aspenfood.org/food-leaders...

What if we’ve been asking the wrong question about belief all along? Using a powerful idea from Thomas Jefferson, this episode of "This Matters with Bill Britt" explores the difference between disagreement and control and why freedom depends on letting people believe differently. #freedom #liberty

#springsteen #strongtribessavelives #passionwithpurpose #musicheals

You froze on those wildfire satellite photos, didn’t you? That gut punch of reality hits harder than any headline. You ready to face the flames or just scroll by? #worldfacts #fyp #wildfires

For years, Ria Spencer believed that “good hair” meant long hair. But when a medical condition forces her to shave it all off, she’s pushed to reconsider. 🎧 Don’t miss her story https://ow.ly/LTwp50YqozL #HairJourney #BodyPositivity #Storytelling

#windsor #royal

There are critical fuel shortages and rationing in Crimea, Ukraine – temporarily occupied by the russian fascist invaders. Attacks by Ukrainian defenders on the “land bridge” through occupied Mariupol are devastatingly effective. Moscow’s hold on Crimea is becoming untenable.

You do not have to follow illegal orders. You are not alone. The War Resisters League supports conscientious objectors, G.I. resisters, and military families. www.warresisters.org/gi-rights-re...

🔥Jennifer Welch: “Boycott every f*n thing on CBS News. Same people that fired Stephen Colbert because Trump got his feelings hurt by a comedian. These people are the biggest bunch of p*ssies that masquerade with these grandstanding letters like they’re such badasses.” @ivehaditpodcast.bsky.social

What do you mean super uncomfortable? These are alpha males!!

Stefan Bajcetic and Lewis Koumas represent the future of Liverpool's next generation. Bajcetic has already shown he has the composure and tactical intelligence to control games, while Koumas continues to develop into a dynamic attacker with pace and flair. #LFC #YNWA #Bajcetic #Koumas #LiverpoolFC

💢 "La Policía en un Estado burgués está para defender el Estado burgués", dice @jmvillarroya.bsky.social sobre la agresión de un policía a una manifestante en Valencia 🌀 "Es un claro ejemplo de violencia judicial y que no es un hecho aislado", añade @sarahsantaolalla.bsky.social en #MalasLenguas

This is the crowd to see James Talarico tonight in Ken Paxton’s home county.

"Trump está perdiendo esta guerra imprudente que él mismo eligió librar" Durante una audiencia del Comité de Asuntos Exteriores de la Cámara de Representantes, el secretario de Estado de EE. UU., Marco Rubio, protagonizó un fuerte intercambio con una congresista que ... vk.com/actualidadrt...

The whole Democratic Party should take the advice of mayor Mamdani 💯💯💯🎯