Eric J. White
@ericjwhite.bsky.social
20 years an archaeologist, 10 years an educator, now an aspiring and hopefully inspiring writer with an interest in social issues and environmental causes.
Using CRISPR gene-editing to permanently reduce cholesterol and triglycerides holds tremendous promise. It almost sounds like science fiction. Go science!
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CRISPR gene-editing works to reduce high cholesterol in a new study
An experimental gene-editing treatment shows promise for permanently lowering levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, possibly helping cut the risk for heart disease.
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November 9, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Using CRISPR gene-editing to permanently reduce cholesterol and triglycerides holds tremendous promise. It almost sounds like science fiction. Go science!
www.npr.org/2025/11/08/n...
www.npr.org/2025/11/08/n...
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Stanydale Temple - a Neolithic structure located 3 miles east of Walls on the west mainland of Shetland. Referred to as a ‘temple’ by Charles Calder who excavated the site in the 1940s, its purpose is unknown, though possibly ceremonial. 📸 My own. #Archaeology #Shetland
November 8, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Stanydale Temple - a Neolithic structure located 3 miles east of Walls on the west mainland of Shetland. Referred to as a ‘temple’ by Charles Calder who excavated the site in the 1940s, its purpose is unknown, though possibly ceremonial. 📸 My own. #Archaeology #Shetland
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Precious antique Egyptian vase found in #Pompeii 'street food' area
#archaeology #Egyptology
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#archaeology #Egyptology
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Antique Egyptian vase discovered in Pompeii's 'street food' area
The discovery in the so-called 'street food' area of the ancient city of Vesuvius is evidence of its links with Eastern cultural and religious communities at lower-middle levels of society.
www.euronews.com
November 7, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Precious antique Egyptian vase found in #Pompeii 'street food' area
#archaeology #Egyptology
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#archaeology #Egyptology
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It’s disappointing that California is weakening hazardous waste regulations to say the least. Environmental advocates say state regulators have no good reason to weaken California’s regulations, which are more stringent than federal rules. 😞
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Why a Small Change in Paperwork is Generating a Big Fight Over Hazardous Waste in California - edhat
Just as consumers can track a package from a warehouse to their doorstep, California regulators keep tabs on the movement of hazardous waste, even on a short journey.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:38 PM
It’s disappointing that California is weakening hazardous waste regulations to say the least. Environmental advocates say state regulators have no good reason to weaken California’s regulations, which are more stringent than federal rules. 😞
www.edhat.com/news/why-a-s...
www.edhat.com/news/why-a-s...
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Dolphin Fresco, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Greece
#photography #travel #Hellas #island #archaeology #Minoan
#photography #travel #Hellas #island #archaeology #Minoan
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Dolphin Fresco, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Greece
#photography #travel #Hellas #island #archaeology #Minoan
#photography #travel #Hellas #island #archaeology #Minoan
Thanks!
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Thanks!
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Clean energy could become a huge political winner
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Clean energy could become a huge political winner
twp.ai
November 7, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Clean energy could become a huge political winner
Great Quote! It seems especially timely with all that’s going on in the World.
Good morning, Bob and friends. Have a great Wednesday, everyone.
November 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Great Quote! It seems especially timely with all that’s going on in the World.
Prop 50 won! 🎉 Not surprising, but still good to hear. 🤩
www.cnn.com/2025/11/04/p...
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California will approve Prop 50, the redistricting push to create more Democrat-friendly US House districts | CNN Politics
California voters will approve Gov. Gavin Newsom’s push to redraw the state’s congressional maps, boosting the national Democratic Party’s efforts to win control of the US House next year.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Prop 50 won! 🎉 Not surprising, but still good to hear. 🤩
www.cnn.com/2025/11/04/p...
www.cnn.com/2025/11/04/p...
RIP Donna Jean.
Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced the Grateful Dead's lineup, has died at 78, reports say.
Donna Jean Godchaux, the Grateful Dead's first lady, dies at 78 – Reports
Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced the Grateful Dead's lineup, has died at 78, reports say.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:56 PM
RIP Donna Jean.
Interesting article, especially for those of us who grew up in a neighborhood with a ‘ghost house.’
www.cnn.com/2025/11/03/s...
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Photographer Bryan Sansivero documented America’s abandoned homes for a decade. Here’s what he’s found | CNN
For a decade, Bryan Sansivero has sought out forgotten and dilapidated homes across the United States — chasing the mystery of not knowing what he might find within.
www.cnn.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Interesting article, especially for those of us who grew up in a neighborhood with a ‘ghost house.’
www.cnn.com/2025/11/03/s...
www.cnn.com/2025/11/03/s...
This is absolutely amazing. I’d read about this before, but this article has the best description of what they’ve found I’ve encountered.
November 3, 2025 at 4:48 AM
This is absolutely amazing. I’d read about this before, but this article has the best description of what they’ve found I’ve encountered.
Great article!
2025. Cascading Effects of Anthropogenic Excess Food for Predators on a Peri‐Urban Population of an Endangered Ungulate. golden jackal (Canis aureus), wild boar (Sus scrofa)-both species prey on endangered mountain gazelles (Gazella gazella) zslpublications.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....
Cascading Effects of Anthropogenic Excess Food for Predators on a Peri‐Urban Population of an Endangered Ungulate
Cascading effects of anthropogenic excess food for predators on a peri-urban population of an endangered ungulate (Gazella gazella).
zslpublications.onlinelibrary.wiley.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Great article!
Years ago, I took my son whale watching in the Santa Barbara Channel. Our vessel was surrounded by a pod of blue whales, most of which were larger than the boat. Amazing, awe inspiring creatures that surely deserve the added protection.
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Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Becomes State Law in one of the World's Biggest Economies - edhat
A landmark law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom earlier this month expands Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies (BWBS) into a statewide program.
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November 2, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Years ago, I took my son whale watching in the Santa Barbara Channel. Our vessel was surrounded by a pod of blue whales, most of which were larger than the boat. Amazing, awe inspiring creatures that surely deserve the added protection.
www.edhat.com/news/protect...
www.edhat.com/news/protect...
Interesting improvements: I especially like how the reply button will now take users to the full thread instead of straight into the compose screen. The idea is it may encourage users to read the thread before responding.
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Bluesky hits 40 million users, introduces 'dislikes' beta | TechCrunch
As users "dislike" posts, the system will learn what sort of content they want to see less of. This will help to inform more than just how content is ranked in feeds, but also reply rankings.
techcrunch.com
November 1, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Interesting improvements: I especially like how the reply button will now take users to the full thread instead of straight into the compose screen. The idea is it may encourage users to read the thread before responding.
techcrunch.com/2025/10/31/b...
techcrunch.com/2025/10/31/b...
Fascinating article! It describes how people changed the enviroment long before agriculture.
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Neanderthals and Mesolithic hunter-gatherers shaped European landscapes long before agriculture, study reveals
Imagine Europe tens of thousands of years ago: dense forests, large herds of elephants, bison and aurochs—and small groups of people armed with fire and spears. A new study shows that these people lef...
phys.org
October 29, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Fascinating article! It describes how people changed the enviroment long before agriculture.
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It’s nice they got EVERYONE who opposes Prop 50 together for a group photo! 😝
Seriously, I’ve only spoken to one person here in Central California who’s a no vote. It’s not over until it’s over, but I’m convinced it’s going to pass.🤞
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
Seriously, I’ve only spoken to one person here in Central California who’s a no vote. It’s not over until it’s over, but I’m convinced it’s going to pass.🤞
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
California Republicans retreat as anti-Prop 50 campaign collapses
Opponents of the Democratic gerrymander start casting blame for defeat at the ballot.
www.politico.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:36 PM
It’s nice they got EVERYONE who opposes Prop 50 together for a group photo! 😝
Seriously, I’ve only spoken to one person here in Central California who’s a no vote. It’s not over until it’s over, but I’m convinced it’s going to pass.🤞
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
Seriously, I’ve only spoken to one person here in Central California who’s a no vote. It’s not over until it’s over, but I’m convinced it’s going to pass.🤞
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
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Wrong does not cease to be wrong because the majority share in it.
~ Leo Tolstoy
~ Leo Tolstoy
October 27, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Wrong does not cease to be wrong because the majority share in it.
~ Leo Tolstoy
~ Leo Tolstoy
