Becerra sees momentum, money and movement in the polls in governor's race In addition to new endorsements, Becerra has jumped nine points in a recent state Democratic Party poll, tying with billionaire Tom Steyer at 13%.

Becerra sees momentum, money and movement in the polls in governor's race. www.yahoo.com/news/article...

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Farewell Address to the People of the United States - Monday, September 19, 1796 It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliance with any portion of the foreign world.

George Washington's admonition to Americans to avoid foreign entanglements stemmed from his own personal experience. He knew first hand how costly wars could be. www.mountvernon.org/library/digi...

The Iliad serves as a warning to those who engage in wars of conquest and plunder. For the best of men - the warrior heroes - are defeated, suffering is long (10 yrs). And in the end, after Troy falls, the entire Mycenaean civilization comes crashing down. War is folly.

Archaeologists stunned to find copy of Homer’s Iliad inside ancient Egyptian mummy Papyrus fragment discovered inside mummy buried in Roman-era tomb around 1,600 years ago

Paywall on the Telegraph. Try the Independent if interested: www.the-independent.com/news/science...

Off the Beaten Path....

Iliad found stuffed inside Egyptian mummy. www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2....

For me, everyday is Earth Day. If we as a species would prioritize the natural world over the artificial one we have built, life would be richer, our food systems more stable, our air cleaner, our well-being improved. #EarthDay

Virginia Primary Election Results 2026 Live election results: Get the latest on Virginia's primary races for Senate and House.

Live election results: Get the latest on Virginia's special election on redistricting.

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This is a good example of narcissistic rage as Iran still controls the Strait of Hormuz and trolls Trump daily for his ineptitude.

California has a very sophisticated water supply system. We have been through many droughts over the past 15 years. Water banking through a system of linked reservoirs and keen water management is key. We had a tough March with high temps - so our system will be put to the test once again.

Indeed. My grandparents lived in Kansas during the Dust Bowl era >> 1931 to 1939.

Walking money for Trump, per chance?

What a looming jet fuel shortage could mean for summer travel Europe may face a jet fuel shortage in several weeks, perhaps leading airlines to cancel flights ahead of the busy summer travel season.

What a looming jet fuel shortage could mean for summer travel. www.cnbc.com/2026/04/21/w...

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Narcissists tend to be vindictive when they feel they have been crossed. Trump is an extreme narcissist and is fuming over being forced to make good on tariff refunds.

Another take.... first reported this morning. 👇

These 6 restaurant chains will close hundreds of units this year From Wendy’s to Papa Johns and Pizza Hut, chains facing several quarters of consecutive same-store sales and traffic declines are removing underperforming units from their systems.

From March 19, 2026.... File under trends 👇

From Wendy’s to Papa Johns and Pizza Hut, chains facing several quarters of consecutive same-store sales and traffic declines are removing underperforming units from their systems. www.restaurantdive.com/news/wendys-...

Popular Restaurant Chains Are Quietly Closing Locations In April—Here’s What To Know Your go-to spot might be gone, and no one even told you.

From March 31, 2026..... File under Trends 👇

What might seem like random, one-off closures is starting to feel like something bigger: a reset happening across the industry in real time. www.delish.com/food/a708673...

Correct. Very concerning.

150,000 Illinois households may lose federal food assistance beginning May 1 Article Summary Due to changes from President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, some immigrants are no longer eligible

The Trump administration is kicking 150,000 Illinoisans off of SNAP on May 1.

He's ripping away help from Illinoisans as the cost of their groceries, gas, and utilities continues to rise.

Make sure to check your status at abe.illinois.gov.

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@support.bsky.team - Noticed that on many accounts we are seeing the message of 'Videos not loading'. Please check and advise. TY.

Rep. Ansari is an incredible Member of Congress, fiercely dedicated to serving women and families in her community and across the country.

The threats to her, her family, and her staff are horrifying and wrong.

We stand with Rep. Ansari and against political violence—today and everyday.

The scope of how dry it’s been in the Southeast is remarkable! Every area in the darker shade of brown is the driest stretch on record. It’s the vast majority of the SE and N #florida. 100% of the SE is in drought… 83% severe or worse… 1/

We are already in drought across many states. Republicans (in name only) are determined to wreck the country - turn it into a technocracy w/technocrats and oligarchs running things. These are ruthless men doing ruthless things. They want to privatize all things public including land & water.

Very good ideas. 👍 I have 2-orange trees and an apple tree. I buy from local small organic outlets when I can. Buy local avocados too. My mom grew up in the Great Depression and taught me to be frugal and how to stretch my money. Now I am retired and putting those lessons to work full time.

Trump’s approval rating on US economy falls to 30 percent, new poll finds – US politics live Only 32 percent of respondents in new Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll approve of his leadership on Iran, which has remained at same levels since last month

Heading to the Basement.... 📉👇

Trump’s approval rating on US economy falls to 30 percent, new poll finds – US politics live. www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...

Smithsonian American Art Museum Names a New Director

Smithsonian American Art Museum Names a New Director www.nytimes.com/2026/04/21/a...