Nitpicker
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Lustiga språkliga sammanträffanden!
"Die Orange Pest" works in both German and English.
February 16, 2026 at 8:28 AM
Lustiga språkliga sammanträffanden!
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The Swedish Maritime Administration have decided to install radar beacons in ten locations in order to decrease dependency on GPS navigation. www.praktisktbatagande.se/batnytt/dess...
Dessa tio fyrplatser får racon
För att motverka GPS-störningarna i Östersjön ska Sjöfartsverket installera radarfyrar på ett antal platser utmed Östersjökusten.
www.praktisktbatagande.se
February 15, 2026 at 7:31 AM
The Swedish Maritime Administration have decided to install radar beacons in ten locations in order to decrease dependency on GPS navigation. www.praktisktbatagande.se/batnytt/dess...
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The pro-Putin IOC head, a Zimbabwean has form with the ex-dictator Zimbabwean dictator, President Robert Mugabe - who gave Kirsty Coventry a briefcase containing US$100,000 in cash in 2008.
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February 13, 2026 at 11:47 PM
The pro-Putin IOC head, a Zimbabwean has form with the ex-dictator Zimbabwean dictator, President Robert Mugabe - who gave Kirsty Coventry a briefcase containing US$100,000 in cash in 2008.
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Deadlock in Abu Dhabi. You don’t need to be a clairvoyant or fortune teller to predict this either.
❗️Negotiations in Abu Dhabi have reached a deadlock. The Kremlin hasn't budged and continues to demand Ukrainian territory, - The Atlantic
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❗️Negotiations in Abu Dhabi have reached a deadlock. The Kremlin hasn't budged and continues to demand Ukrainian territory, - The Atlantic
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February 12, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Deadlock in Abu Dhabi. You don’t need to be a clairvoyant or fortune teller to predict this either.
❗️Negotiations in Abu Dhabi have reached a deadlock. The Kremlin hasn't budged and continues to demand Ukrainian territory, - The Atlantic
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❗️Negotiations in Abu Dhabi have reached a deadlock. The Kremlin hasn't budged and continues to demand Ukrainian territory, - The Atlantic
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There's a lot of concern of Europeans being dependent on US payment firms, notably Visa/Mastercard.
We forget that until 2016 Europe DID have its own payments champion. Visa Europe was owned by European banks (it merely licensed the Visa name)
Sold for ~$20bn. Basically zero regulatory scrutiny.
We forget that until 2016 Europe DID have its own payments champion. Visa Europe was owned by European banks (it merely licensed the Visa name)
Sold for ~$20bn. Basically zero regulatory scrutiny.
February 12, 2026 at 2:09 PM
There's a lot of concern of Europeans being dependent on US payment firms, notably Visa/Mastercard.
We forget that until 2016 Europe DID have its own payments champion. Visa Europe was owned by European banks (it merely licensed the Visa name)
Sold for ~$20bn. Basically zero regulatory scrutiny.
We forget that until 2016 Europe DID have its own payments champion. Visa Europe was owned by European banks (it merely licensed the Visa name)
Sold for ~$20bn. Basically zero regulatory scrutiny.
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The most important point is that we need neither the same doctrine nor capabilities that the US has - irrespective of its allies - for global power projection purposes.
Trying to replace those would be a fool’s errand. We need to do what Europe needs to do, not become a second US.
Trying to replace those would be a fool’s errand. We need to do what Europe needs to do, not become a second US.
February 12, 2026 at 12:03 PM
The most important point is that we need neither the same doctrine nor capabilities that the US has - irrespective of its allies - for global power projection purposes.
Trying to replace those would be a fool’s errand. We need to do what Europe needs to do, not become a second US.
Trying to replace those would be a fool’s errand. We need to do what Europe needs to do, not become a second US.
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Why not join forces with European arms industry and/or expand their sown instead?
⚡️Japan could join NATO-led initiative to buy US weapons for Ukraine, media reports.
According to the NHK report, aid that Tokyo could fund for Ukraine through the program would be limited to non-lethal provisions.
According to the NHK report, aid that Tokyo could fund for Ukraine through the program would be limited to non-lethal provisions.
Japan could join NATO-led initiative to buy US weapons for Ukraine, media reports
According to the NHK report, aid that Tokyo could fund for Ukraine through the program would be limited to non-lethal provisions.
kyivindependent.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Why not join forces with European arms industry and/or expand their sown instead?
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‼️ Viktigt från Cornucopia:
”Dubai och Förenade Arabemiraten samarbetar med 🇷🇺 och lämnar ut personer som 🇷🇺 efterlyser, vilket innebär att 🇷🇺-fientliga kända aktivister såväl som namngivna volontärer bör undvika att resa via Dubai ens för byten med flyg, då man därmed kan gripas och lämnas ut till 🇷🇺.”
”Dubai och Förenade Arabemiraten samarbetar med 🇷🇺 och lämnar ut personer som 🇷🇺 efterlyser, vilket innebär att 🇷🇺-fientliga kända aktivister såväl som namngivna volontärer bör undvika att resa via Dubai ens för byten med flyg, då man därmed kan gripas och lämnas ut till 🇷🇺.”
February 8, 2026 at 6:16 PM
‼️ Viktigt från Cornucopia:
”Dubai och Förenade Arabemiraten samarbetar med 🇷🇺 och lämnar ut personer som 🇷🇺 efterlyser, vilket innebär att 🇷🇺-fientliga kända aktivister såväl som namngivna volontärer bör undvika att resa via Dubai ens för byten med flyg, då man därmed kan gripas och lämnas ut till 🇷🇺.”
”Dubai och Förenade Arabemiraten samarbetar med 🇷🇺 och lämnar ut personer som 🇷🇺 efterlyser, vilket innebär att 🇷🇺-fientliga kända aktivister såväl som namngivna volontärer bör undvika att resa via Dubai ens för byten med flyg, då man därmed kan gripas och lämnas ut till 🇷🇺.”
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By trying to freeze Ukrainians into submission, russia is committing a massive crime against humanity.
Folks, 4,5h of electricity per day is a real luxury here. Million times kudos to energy workers.
Folks, 4,5h of electricity per day is a real luxury here. Million times kudos to energy workers.
February 8, 2026 at 3:11 PM
By trying to freeze Ukrainians into submission, russia is committing a massive crime against humanity.
Folks, 4,5h of electricity per day is a real luxury here. Million times kudos to energy workers.
Folks, 4,5h of electricity per day is a real luxury here. Million times kudos to energy workers.
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New addition
Journal article: The Early Cold War and Sweden’s Counterespionage in Relation to the Soviet Diplomatic Mission in Stockholm 1945–1955 by Johan Matz (published 03-02-2026)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/08850607.2026.2618073
Journal article: The Early Cold War and Sweden’s Counterespionage in Relation to the Soviet Diplomatic Mission in Stockholm 1945–1955 by Johan Matz (published 03-02-2026)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/08850607.2026.2618073
www.tandfonline.com
February 7, 2026 at 7:20 PM
New addition
Journal article: The Early Cold War and Sweden’s Counterespionage in Relation to the Soviet Diplomatic Mission in Stockholm 1945–1955 by Johan Matz (published 03-02-2026)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/08850607.2026.2618073
Journal article: The Early Cold War and Sweden’s Counterespionage in Relation to the Soviet Diplomatic Mission in Stockholm 1945–1955 by Johan Matz (published 03-02-2026)
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/08850607.2026.2618073
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Q: Why was JD Vance booed by 75,000 people at the Winter Olympics?
A: That was that stadium's maximum capacity.
A: That was that stadium's maximum capacity.
February 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Q: Why was JD Vance booed by 75,000 people at the Winter Olympics?
A: That was that stadium's maximum capacity.
A: That was that stadium's maximum capacity.
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Palantir fasciitis
Happening now in Silicon Valley: marchers have surrounded the Palantir building and are holding a prayer vigil for victims of ICE, while video of ICE and Palantir crimes is projected on the building. #abolishice #iceout #palantir #paloalto
February 6, 2026 at 4:45 AM
Palantir fasciitis
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I think you know the answer. The “negotiations” have been an excuse to hold back necessary equipment and aid.
I am a Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. I have a question.
Why has Trump's year of negotiations been the deadliest for civilians in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion? The number of deaths and injuries has increased by 31 percent compared to the previous year.
Why has Trump's year of negotiations been the deadliest for civilians in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion? The number of deaths and injuries has increased by 31 percent compared to the previous year.
February 5, 2026 at 5:31 PM
I think you know the answer. The “negotiations” have been an excuse to hold back necessary equipment and aid.
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🇸🇪 Swedes donated €400,000 in just five minutes to keep Ukraine warm as Russia bombs the energy grid.
February 5, 2026 at 5:41 PM
🇸🇪 Swedes donated €400,000 in just five minutes to keep Ukraine warm as Russia bombs the energy grid.
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Always remember. Not defeating Russia is a choice that Europeans and Americans are making. Nothing more, nothing less.
February 4, 2026 at 5:34 AM
Always remember. Not defeating Russia is a choice that Europeans and Americans are making. Nothing more, nothing less.
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Please notice the flag of Sweden, because the regime lashed out at Sweden today. Protesters in Georgia always display flags of partner countries, and especially when they feature prominently in latest events / are targeted by the regime.
February 3, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Please notice the flag of Sweden, because the regime lashed out at Sweden today. Protesters in Georgia always display flags of partner countries, and especially when they feature prominently in latest events / are targeted by the regime.
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'Ukraine's defense forces have regained positions in Kupiansk'; Denmark, Sweden to help Kyiv 'develop an air defense battalion'; Russian FPV drone training center hit, General Staff says; In largest missile attack of winter, Russia targets Ukraine's power plants amid brutal freeze; and more.
Ukraine war latest updates: 'Ukraine's defense forces have regained positions in Kupiansk' (9)
Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 9 times today. Denmark and Sweden announced on Feb. 3 they will procure and supply Ukraine with addition...
kyivindependent.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:41 PM
'Ukraine's defense forces have regained positions in Kupiansk'; Denmark, Sweden to help Kyiv 'develop an air defense battalion'; Russian FPV drone training center hit, General Staff says; In largest missile attack of winter, Russia targets Ukraine's power plants amid brutal freeze; and more.
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Très bien osv.
Razzia mot X kontor i Frankrike
Åklagarmyndigheten i Paris har tillsammans med den nationella cyberenheten och Europol genomfört en husrannsakan i lokaler tillhörande X på tisdagen. Insatsen involverar den kritiserade AI-tjänsten Gr...
www.svt.se
February 3, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Très bien osv.
Yes. It is known. Always repost trebuchets.
Always repost trebuchets
I, like other I have seen, have made jokes and comments about using guillotines to 'solve' the billionaire problem.
I no longer support using a guillotine against the ultra-rich. Especially not when trebuchets exist.
I no longer support using a guillotine against the ultra-rich. Especially not when trebuchets exist.
February 3, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Yes. It is known. Always repost trebuchets.
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⚡️Update: Explosions heard in Kyiv Oblast, Vinnytsia.
Explosions were heard in the town of Tripillia in Kyiv Oblast, as well as in the city of Vinnytsia, around 7 a.m. local time, according to local media reports, amid an hours-long large-scale attack on Ukraine.
Explosions were heard in the town of Tripillia in Kyiv Oblast, as well as in the city of Vinnytsia, around 7 a.m. local time, according to local media reports, amid an hours-long large-scale attack on Ukraine.
'Russians chose a freezing February night' — Damaged buildings, casualties reported as Russia resumes large-scale strikes on Kyiv
Russian forces launched a mass overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city and injuring at least two people, officials said.
kyivindependent.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:08 AM
⚡️Update: Explosions heard in Kyiv Oblast, Vinnytsia.
Explosions were heard in the town of Tripillia in Kyiv Oblast, as well as in the city of Vinnytsia, around 7 a.m. local time, according to local media reports, amid an hours-long large-scale attack on Ukraine.
Explosions were heard in the town of Tripillia in Kyiv Oblast, as well as in the city of Vinnytsia, around 7 a.m. local time, according to local media reports, amid an hours-long large-scale attack on Ukraine.
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„Putin has promised Trump many things. But the people of Ukraine see no benefit from them. On the contrary, they are forced to freeze in darkness because the consequences of the Russian attacks are devastating. Journalism should focus on facts, not announcements.“
Vassili Golod
Vassili Golod
January 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM
„Putin has promised Trump many things. But the people of Ukraine see no benefit from them. On the contrary, they are forced to freeze in darkness because the consequences of the Russian attacks are devastating. Journalism should focus on facts, not announcements.“
Vassili Golod
Vassili Golod
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In this 3rd Debunk of the Day, we’ll talk about… “ending” the war by surrendering or ceding territory.
Nearing four years of the 2-day “special military operation”, Russia is desperate to obtain through other means what they failed to conquer on the battlefield.
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Nearing four years of the 2-day “special military operation”, Russia is desperate to obtain through other means what they failed to conquer on the battlefield.
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January 31, 2026 at 11:59 AM
In this 3rd Debunk of the Day, we’ll talk about… “ending” the war by surrendering or ceding territory.
Nearing four years of the 2-day “special military operation”, Russia is desperate to obtain through other means what they failed to conquer on the battlefield.
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Nearing four years of the 2-day “special military operation”, Russia is desperate to obtain through other means what they failed to conquer on the battlefield.
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4 days ago Baltic States + UK wrote a letter interpreted as "Baltic Sea closing for shadow fleet".
No sanctioned tanker has arrived since (unusual*) but coming 24-36h the claim will get its first test with 5 sanctioned tankers inbound.
No sanctioned tanker has arrived since (unusual*) but coming 24-36h the claim will get its first test with 5 sanctioned tankers inbound.
January 30, 2026 at 10:41 PM
4 days ago Baltic States + UK wrote a letter interpreted as "Baltic Sea closing for shadow fleet".
No sanctioned tanker has arrived since (unusual*) but coming 24-36h the claim will get its first test with 5 sanctioned tankers inbound.
No sanctioned tanker has arrived since (unusual*) but coming 24-36h the claim will get its first test with 5 sanctioned tankers inbound.