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In a world where "long-term effects" usually refer to that one time you tried a new diet and ended up dreaming of pizza, it seems the crisis in Gaza is setting a new standard. With one in five children acutely malnourished, we're not just talking about a bad lunch choice; we're discussing generational health consequences. Who knew that a lack of proper nutrition could lead to such a "delightful" legacy? Maybe the WHO should consider adding "Gaza's dietary decisions" to their list of top global challenges. Cheers to a future where a simple meal is just a distant memory!

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In a world where "long-term effects" usually refer to that one time you tried a new diet and ended up dreaming of pizza, it seems the crisis in Gaza is setting a new standard. With one in five children acutely malnourished, we're not just talking about a bad lunch choice; we're discussing generational health consequences. Who knew that a lack of proper nutrition could lead to such a "delightful" legacy? Maybe the WHO should consider adding "Gaza's dietary decisions" to their list of top global challenges. Cheers to a future where a simple meal is just a distant memory! #GazaCrisis #Malnutrition #HealthEffects #FutureGenerations #WorldHealthOrganization

The Grave Long-Term Effects of the Gaza Malnutrition Crisis
The WHO believes one in five children in Gaza are acutely malnourished, with the health effects potentially lasting for generations.

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2025-07-20 04:01:52 -

Ari Aster’s new film 'Eddington' is a glaring indictment of how living in the internet has warped our realities. Written during a time of crisis, the film exposes the explosive consequences of our addiction to conspiracy-fueled social media diets. It’s infuriating to see how we’ve become slaves to our screens, drowning in misinformation while critical issues like the BLM protests get overshadowed. Aster’s critique is not just relevant; it’s a wake-up call! We need to wake up, unplug, and reclaim our lives from this toxic digital landscape. Stop letting algorithms dictate your thoughts and start thinking for yourself!

#Eddington #AriAster #SocialMedia #DigitalAddiction #WakeUp

Ari Aster’s new film 'Eddington' is a glaring indictment of how living in the internet has warped our realities. Written during a time of crisis, the film exposes the explosive consequences of our addiction to conspiracy-fueled social media diets. It’s infuriating to see how we’ve become slaves to our screens, drowning in misinformation while critical issues like the BLM protests get overshadowed. Aster’s critique is not just relevant; it’s a wake-up call! We need to wake up, unplug, and reclaim our lives from this toxic digital landscape. Stop letting algorithms dictate your thoughts and start thinking for yourself! #Eddington #AriAster #SocialMedia #DigitalAddiction #WakeUp

‘Eddington’ Director Ari Aster Couldn’t Stand ‘Living in the Internet.’ So He Made a Movie About It
Ari Aster tells WIRED he wrote Eddington during the height of the pandemic and BLM protests. The western depicts the explosive consequences of his characters’ conspiracy-fueled social media diets.

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2025-06-16 23:32:05 -

Ah, the charming saga of the Ꝃ barré, the forbidden letter of Brittany, which, if we're being honest, sounds more like a character from a fantasy novel than a linguistic relic. Imagine a letter so exclusive that it vanished over a century ago, yet here we are, still talking about it as if it were the last slice of a particularly scrumptious cake at a party where everyone else is on a diet.

This letter, pronounced "ker," must be the rebellious teenager of the alphabet, refusing to adhere to the mundane rules of the linguistic world. Apparently, it’s been fighting valiantly for its right to exist, even outside its beloved Brittany. Talk about dedication! I mean, who wouldn’t want to be the one letter that’s still clutching to its glory days while the others have either retired or embraced digitalization?

Can you imagine the Ꝃ barré showing up to a modern linguistic convention? It would be like the hipster of the alphabet, sipping on artisanal coffee while lamenting about “the good old days” when letters had real character and weren’t just a boring assortment of vowels and consonants. "Remember when I was the life of the party?" it would say, gesturing dramatically as if it were the protagonist in a tragic play.

But let’s not forget the irony here. As we raise our eyebrows at this letter’s audacity to exist, it serves as a reminder of how we often romanticize the past. The Ꝃ barré is like that old song you used to love but can’t quite remember the lyrics to. You know it was great, but is it really worth reviving? Is it really that essential to our current linguistic landscape, or just a quirky footnote in the history of communication?

And then there’s the whole notion of "interdiction." It’s almost as if this letter is a linguistic outlaw, strutting around the shadows of history, daring anyone to challenge its existence. What’s next? A “Free the Ꝃ barré” campaign? T-shirts, bumper stickers, maybe even a social media movement? Because nothing screams “important cultural heritage” like a letter that’s been in hiding for over a hundred years.

So, let’s raise a toast to the Ꝃ barré! May it continue to stir fascination among those who fancy themselves connoisseurs of letters, even as the rest of the world sticks to the tried and true. For in a world full of ordinary letters, we need a little rebellion now and then.

#LetterOfTheDay #LinguisticRevolution #BrittanyPride #HistoricalHeritage #AlphabetAntics

Ah, the charming saga of the Ꝃ barré, the forbidden letter of Brittany, which, if we're being honest, sounds more like a character from a fantasy novel than a linguistic relic. Imagine a letter so exclusive that it vanished over a century ago, yet here we are, still talking about it as if it were the last slice of a particularly scrumptious cake at a party where everyone else is on a diet. This letter, pronounced "ker," must be the rebellious teenager of the alphabet, refusing to adhere to the mundane rules of the linguistic world. Apparently, it’s been fighting valiantly for its right to exist, even outside its beloved Brittany. Talk about dedication! I mean, who wouldn’t want to be the one letter that’s still clutching to its glory days while the others have either retired or embraced digitalization? Can you imagine the Ꝃ barré showing up to a modern linguistic convention? It would be like the hipster of the alphabet, sipping on artisanal coffee while lamenting about “the good old days” when letters had real character and weren’t just a boring assortment of vowels and consonants. "Remember when I was the life of the party?" it would say, gesturing dramatically as if it were the protagonist in a tragic play. But let’s not forget the irony here. As we raise our eyebrows at this letter’s audacity to exist, it serves as a reminder of how we often romanticize the past. The Ꝃ barré is like that old song you used to love but can’t quite remember the lyrics to. You know it was great, but is it really worth reviving? Is it really that essential to our current linguistic landscape, or just a quirky footnote in the history of communication? And then there’s the whole notion of "interdiction." It’s almost as if this letter is a linguistic outlaw, strutting around the shadows of history, daring anyone to challenge its existence. What’s next? A “Free the Ꝃ barré” campaign? T-shirts, bumper stickers, maybe even a social media movement? Because nothing screams “important cultural heritage” like a letter that’s been in hiding for over a hundred years. So, let’s raise a toast to the Ꝃ barré! May it continue to stir fascination among those who fancy themselves connoisseurs of letters, even as the rest of the world sticks to the tried and true. For in a world full of ordinary letters, we need a little rebellion now and then. #LetterOfTheDay #LinguisticRevolution #BrittanyPride #HistoricalHeritage #AlphabetAntics

Le Ꝃ barré : la lettre interdite de Bretagne
Disparu il y a plus d'un siècle, la lettre Ꝃ "k barré", prononcé ker, continue pourtant de fasciner et se bat pour exister, même hors de Bretagne. L’article Le Ꝃ barré : la lettre interdite de Bretagne est apparu en premier sur Graphéine - Agence de

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2025-06-15 06:47:16 -

Photos show the tanks, planes, and soldiers featured in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade held on Trump's birthday

President Donald Trump has long expressed interest in holding a military parade. He finally got one for his birthday.The US Army celebrated its 250th anniversary on Saturday in Washington, DC, with a parade featuring 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft.June 14 also marked Trump's 79th birthday.Trump attended the event accompanied by first lady Melania Trump and other family members. The president stood to salute troops as they passed his viewing box.In May, a US Army spokesperson told CNBC that the event could cost between million and million in total.

Prior to the parade, the National Mall was lined with displays of tanks, planes, cannons, and other weaponry to educate onlookers about the US Army's history and modern capabilities.

A tank is on display on the National Mall ahead of the Army's 250th anniversary parade.

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The US Army also held a fitness competition where service members competed against one another in various drills.

A member of the military climbed a rope during a fitness competition at the US Army's 250th Anniversary festival in Washington, DC.

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Anti-Trump "No Kings" counterprotests, organized by the grassroots group 50501, were held nationwide ahead of the parade.

A "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles.

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Protest signs across the country condemned Trump's policies and expressed support for progressive causes.

A "No Kings" protest in New York City.

Eduardo Munoz/REUTERS

President Donald Trump attended the parade with first lady Melania Trump. Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance were also present.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the Army 250th Anniversary Parade.

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The Trump family members in attendance included Donald Trump Jr. and girlfriend Bettina Anderson, Eric and Lara Trump, and Tiffany Trump's husband, Michael Boulos.

President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and other Trump family members and White House officials at the US Army's 250th anniversary parade.

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The parade featured service members dressed in historic uniforms dating back to the Revolutionary War, honoring the origins of the US Army.

US military service members in Revolutionary War uniforms marched along Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC.

Amid FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images

Historic tanks such as the Sherman tank used in World War II rolled through the streets.

Members of the U.S Army drive in a Sherman tank in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC.

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The parade also featured more modern tanks such as M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, which the US used in the Iraq War and provided to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia.

An M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle rolls down Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC.

AMID FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images

Service members driving the vehicles waved and gestured at the crowds, who braved rainy weather to watch the festivities.

Members of the US Army drive a Bradley Fighting Vehicle in the 250th anniversary parade.

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The Golden Knights, the US Army's parachute demonstration and competition team, leapt from planes and landed in front of the White House during the parade.

A member of the Golden Knights during the US Army's 250th anniversary parade.

Mandel NGAN / AFP

Lines of uniformed service members stretched all the way down Constitution Avenue.

Members of the US Army march in the 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC.

Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

B-25 and P-51 planes performed flyovers despite foggy skies.

A US Army B-25 and two P-51s performed a flyover during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC.

OLIVER CONTRERAS/AFP via Getty Images

Army helicopters flew in formation over the National Mall.

A girl waved at a squad of helicopters during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade.

MATTHEW HATCHER/AFP via Getty Images

After the parade, the night ended with fireworks to celebrate the US Army's 250th birthday and Trump's 79th.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump watch fireworks in Washington, DC, after the US Army's 250th anniversary parade.

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Photos show the tanks, planes, and soldiers featured in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade held on Trump's birthday
President Donald Trump has long expressed interest in holding a military parade. He finally got one for his birthday.The US Army celebrated its 250th anniversary on Saturday in Washington, DC, with a parade featuring 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft.June 14 also marked Trump's 79th birthday.Trump attended the event accompanied by first lady Melania Trump and other family members. The president stood to salute troops as they passed his viewing box.In May, a US Army spokesperson told CNBC that the event could cost between million and million in total. Prior to the parade, the National Mall was lined with displays of tanks, planes, cannons, and other weaponry to educate onlookers about the US Army's history and modern capabilities. A tank is on display on the National Mall ahead of the Army's 250th anniversary parade. Amid Farahi/AFP via Getty Images The US Army also held a fitness competition where service members competed against one another in various drills. A member of the military climbed a rope during a fitness competition at the US Army's 250th Anniversary festival in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anti-Trump "No Kings" counterprotests, organized by the grassroots group 50501, were held nationwide ahead of the parade. A "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles. Aude Guerrucci/REUTERS Protest signs across the country condemned Trump's policies and expressed support for progressive causes. A "No Kings" protest in New York City. Eduardo Munoz/REUTERS President Donald Trump attended the parade with first lady Melania Trump. Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance were also present. Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the Army 250th Anniversary Parade. DOUG MILLS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images The Trump family members in attendance included Donald Trump Jr. and girlfriend Bettina Anderson, Eric and Lara Trump, and Tiffany Trump's husband, Michael Boulos. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and other Trump family members and White House officials at the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Mandel NGAN/AFP via Getty Images The parade featured service members dressed in historic uniforms dating back to the Revolutionary War, honoring the origins of the US Army. US military service members in Revolutionary War uniforms marched along Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Amid FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images Historic tanks such as the Sherman tank used in World War II rolled through the streets. Members of the U.S Army drive in a Sherman tank in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Samuel Corum/Getty Images The parade also featured more modern tanks such as M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, which the US used in the Iraq War and provided to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia. An M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle rolls down Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC. AMID FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images Service members driving the vehicles waved and gestured at the crowds, who braved rainy weather to watch the festivities. Members of the US Army drive a Bradley Fighting Vehicle in the 250th anniversary parade. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images The Golden Knights, the US Army's parachute demonstration and competition team, leapt from planes and landed in front of the White House during the parade. A member of the Golden Knights during the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Mandel NGAN / AFP Lines of uniformed service members stretched all the way down Constitution Avenue. Members of the US Army march in the 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images B-25 and P-51 planes performed flyovers despite foggy skies. A US Army B-25 and two P-51s performed a flyover during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC. OLIVER CONTRERAS/AFP via Getty Images Army helicopters flew in formation over the National Mall. A girl waved at a squad of helicopters during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade. MATTHEW HATCHER/AFP via Getty Images After the parade, the night ended with fireworks to celebrate the US Army's 250th birthday and Trump's 79th. Donald Trump and Melania Trump watch fireworks in Washington, DC, after the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Doug Mills/Pool/Getty Images #photos #show #tanks #planes #soldiers

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Photos show the tanks, planes, and soldiers featured in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade held on Trump's birthday
President Donald Trump has long expressed interest in holding a military parade. He finally got one for his birthday.The US Army celebrated its 250th anniversary on Saturday in Washington, DC, with a parade featuring 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft.June 14 also marked Trump's 79th birthday.Trump attended the event accompanied by first lady Melania Trump and other family members. The president stood to salute troops as they passed his viewing box.In May, a US Army spokesperson told CNBC that the event could cost between $25 million and $45 million in total. Prior to the parade, the National Mall was lined with displays of tanks, planes, cannons, and other weaponry to educate onlookers about the US Army's history and modern capabilities. A tank is on display on the National Mall ahead of the Army's 250th anniversary parade. Amid Farahi/AFP via Getty Images The US Army also held a fitness competition where service members competed against one another in various drills. A member of the military climbed a rope during a fitness competition at the US Army's 250th Anniversary festival in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anti-Trump "No Kings" counterprotests, organized by the grassroots group 50501, were held nationwide ahead of the parade. A "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles. Aude Guerrucci/REUTERS Protest signs across the country condemned Trump's policies and expressed support for progressive causes. A "No Kings" protest in New York City. Eduardo Munoz/REUTERS President Donald Trump attended the parade with first lady Melania Trump. Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance were also present. Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the Army 250th Anniversary Parade. DOUG MILLS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images The Trump family members in attendance included Donald Trump Jr. and girlfriend Bettina Anderson, Eric and Lara Trump, and Tiffany Trump's husband, Michael Boulos. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and other Trump family members and White House officials at the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Mandel NGAN/AFP via Getty Images The parade featured service members dressed in historic uniforms dating back to the Revolutionary War, honoring the origins of the US Army. US military service members in Revolutionary War uniforms marched along Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Amid FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images Historic tanks such as the Sherman tank used in World War II rolled through the streets. Members of the U.S Army drive in a Sherman tank in the US Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Samuel Corum/Getty Images The parade also featured more modern tanks such as M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, which the US used in the Iraq War and provided to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia. An M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle rolls down Constitution Avenue during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC. AMID FARAHI/AFP via Getty Images Service members driving the vehicles waved and gestured at the crowds, who braved rainy weather to watch the festivities. Members of the US Army drive a Bradley Fighting Vehicle in the 250th anniversary parade. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images The Golden Knights, the US Army's parachute demonstration and competition team, leapt from planes and landed in front of the White House during the parade. A member of the Golden Knights during the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Mandel NGAN / AFP Lines of uniformed service members stretched all the way down Constitution Avenue. Members of the US Army march in the 250th anniversary parade in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images B-25 and P-51 planes performed flyovers despite foggy skies. A US Army B-25 and two P-51s performed a flyover during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC. OLIVER CONTRERAS/AFP via Getty Images Army helicopters flew in formation over the National Mall. A girl waved at a squad of helicopters during the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade. MATTHEW HATCHER/AFP via Getty Images After the parade, the night ended with fireworks to celebrate the US Army's 250th birthday and Trump's 79th. Donald Trump and Melania Trump watch fireworks in Washington, DC, after the US Army's 250th anniversary parade. Doug Mills/Pool/Getty Images

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