Wily Verdin
@grayvireo.bsky.social
Nature lover & serious birder, concerned about protecting & preserving our natural heritage. Rabid anti-Trumper who's also worried that the "proud to be stupid" movement continues to grow in America. Enjoyed growing up in WV but happy to now be in Canada!
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DoJ will NOT release all the Epstein files today. So predictable. They say they’ll release some today, and more later on a “rolling basis.” www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...
Justice department will release ‘several hundred thousand’ Epstein files today, says deputy attorney general – live
Todd Blanche suggests some documents may be held back temporarily, citing need to protect victims
www.theguardian.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
DoJ will NOT release all the Epstein files today. So predictable. They say they’ll release some today, and more later on a “rolling basis.” www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...
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Breaking News: Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York said she would leave Congress at the end of her term, and suspended her campaign for governor.
Elise Stefanik Drops Out of N.Y. Governor’s Race and Will Leave Congress
Ms. Stefanik, a Republican congresswoman and staunch ally of President Trump, abruptly ended her bid to unseat Gov. Kathy Hochul and said she would not seek another House term.
nyti.ms
December 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Breaking News: Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York said she would leave Congress at the end of her term, and suspended her campaign for governor.
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Meiselas: What do you make of his attack on you?
Warnock: As we say in Georgia, God bless his heart.
If he’s not sleeping in Cabinet meetings, he’s watching cable news and tweeting at his political adversaries. Man, you’re the leader of the free world. People actually need you to bring relief.
Warnock: As we say in Georgia, God bless his heart.
If he’s not sleeping in Cabinet meetings, he’s watching cable news and tweeting at his political adversaries. Man, you’re the leader of the free world. People actually need you to bring relief.
December 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Meiselas: What do you make of his attack on you?
Warnock: As we say in Georgia, God bless his heart.
If he’s not sleeping in Cabinet meetings, he’s watching cable news and tweeting at his political adversaries. Man, you’re the leader of the free world. People actually need you to bring relief.
Warnock: As we say in Georgia, God bless his heart.
If he’s not sleeping in Cabinet meetings, he’s watching cable news and tweeting at his political adversaries. Man, you’re the leader of the free world. People actually need you to bring relief.
Pretty funny! ;-)
July 30, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Pretty funny! ;-)
If you could post or share a name for this lovely young lady it would be fantastic, thanks! Wily
July 20, 2025 at 2:26 PM
If you could post or share a name for this lovely young lady it would be fantastic, thanks! Wily
C'mon dude, everyone in the universe knows that is Nany Ho! LOL Thanks for the posts of her anyway! ;-)
July 15, 2025 at 12:29 PM
C'mon dude, everyone in the universe knows that is Nany Ho! LOL Thanks for the posts of her anyway! ;-)
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🌊🛍️ Bag bans work
A new study shows that plastic bag bans and fees cut shoreline litter by up to 47% in the US. Citizen-science data from 45,000+ cleanups confirm: fewer bags, fewer risks to wildlife.
Simple policies, real impact
🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
#SciComm #PlasticPollution 🧪
A new study shows that plastic bag bans and fees cut shoreline litter by up to 47% in the US. Citizen-science data from 45,000+ cleanups confirm: fewer bags, fewer risks to wildlife.
Simple policies, real impact
🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
#SciComm #PlasticPollution 🧪
Plastic bag bans and fees reduce harmful bag litter on shorelines
Plastic pollution threatens marine and freshwater ecosystems and the services they provide. Although plastic bag bans and taxes are increasingly implemented worldwide, their effectiveness in reducing ...
www.science.org
June 21, 2025 at 8:48 PM
🌊🛍️ Bag bans work
A new study shows that plastic bag bans and fees cut shoreline litter by up to 47% in the US. Citizen-science data from 45,000+ cleanups confirm: fewer bags, fewer risks to wildlife.
Simple policies, real impact
🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
#SciComm #PlasticPollution 🧪
A new study shows that plastic bag bans and fees cut shoreline litter by up to 47% in the US. Citizen-science data from 45,000+ cleanups confirm: fewer bags, fewer risks to wildlife.
Simple policies, real impact
🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
#SciComm #PlasticPollution 🧪
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Listen to Carl.
🧪🌿🌎🪶 #sciart #wildlife #scicomm #sciviz #wildlifeart #illustration #scientificillustration #natureart #visualscicomm #sciviz #scicomm #ClimateJustice #EnvironmentalJustice
🧪🌿🌎🪶 #sciart #wildlife #scicomm #sciviz #wildlifeart #illustration #scientificillustration #natureart #visualscicomm #sciviz #scicomm #ClimateJustice #EnvironmentalJustice
June 21, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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Today is Summer Solstice. It is the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere; the points of sunrise and sunset depend on latitude, but are located between east and north for sunrise and between west and north for sunset. At noon, our shadow is the shortest of the year. NAAP animation.🧪⚛️🔭
June 21, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Today is Summer Solstice. It is the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere; the points of sunrise and sunset depend on latitude, but are located between east and north for sunrise and between west and north for sunset. At noon, our shadow is the shortest of the year. NAAP animation.🧪⚛️🔭
Busted! Was he going to trade Barbie for acorns or what? LOL ;-)
June 21, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Busted! Was he going to trade Barbie for acorns or what? LOL ;-)
Is this a Paul Thomas GIF I found? I think it is! Enjoy! ;-)
June 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Is this a Paul Thomas GIF I found? I think it is! Enjoy! ;-)
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In case you missed it, I've got a new book called THE BIRDING DICTIONARY. It's out wherever you buy books, and it's funny yet educational, plus it's gift sized and has dozens of original cartoons. Thank you to the folks who've bought it and sent me pics of them/their kids laughing while reading!
May 27, 2025 at 2:57 PM
In case you missed it, I've got a new book called THE BIRDING DICTIONARY. It's out wherever you buy books, and it's funny yet educational, plus it's gift sized and has dozens of original cartoons. Thank you to the folks who've bought it and sent me pics of them/their kids laughing while reading!
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When you realize you are collateral damage to your own cruelty.
May 25, 2025 at 7:44 PM
When you realize you are collateral damage to your own cruelty.
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I feel ya, Australia.
May 25, 2025 at 5:20 AM
I feel ya, Australia.
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This fake-Christian twerp is such a shameless liar.
May 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
This fake-Christian twerp is such a shameless liar.
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Academic freedom in the United States has found itself periodically under siege, but the current attacks from the federal government raise a new level of alarm. nyer.cm/u405qvQ
May 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Academic freedom in the United States has found itself periodically under siege, but the current attacks from the federal government raise a new level of alarm. nyer.cm/u405qvQ
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We will not win the battle for democracy if those in the pro-democracy movement prize caution over taking risks. We cannot permit ourselves to be deterred by the defeats and public criticism that are inevitable along the long path of restoring democracy. Now is the time for fearless leadership.
The Survival of Democracy Depends on Our Willingness to Fight
Justice Riggs is right. We should not have to fight for democracy. But the reality is that we must.
www.democracydocket.com
May 25, 2025 at 6:12 PM
We will not win the battle for democracy if those in the pro-democracy movement prize caution over taking risks. We cannot permit ourselves to be deterred by the defeats and public criticism that are inevitable along the long path of restoring democracy. Now is the time for fearless leadership.
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Crockett: They have nothing to show for it except for those top earners being able to have their next trophy wife or buy their next yacht, or get their next plane, that doesn't work for me. And that obviously does not work for my constituents.
May 25, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Crockett: They have nothing to show for it except for those top earners being able to have their next trophy wife or buy their next yacht, or get their next plane, that doesn't work for me. And that obviously does not work for my constituents.
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I saw this on Meta…
FYI - Harvard launched a free online government course on the constitution and how to recognize a dictatorship.
pll.harvard.edu/subject/gove...
FYI - Harvard launched a free online government course on the constitution and how to recognize a dictatorship.
pll.harvard.edu/subject/gove...
Government | Harvard University
Browse the latest Government courses from Harvard University.
pll.harvard.edu
May 24, 2025 at 11:55 PM
I saw this on Meta…
FYI - Harvard launched a free online government course on the constitution and how to recognize a dictatorship.
pll.harvard.edu/subject/gove...
FYI - Harvard launched a free online government course on the constitution and how to recognize a dictatorship.
pll.harvard.edu/subject/gove...
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"The sea is not a wilderness to be tamed for the benefit of humanity — we will benefit from it most if we leave it wild."
#GreenSky
#ClimateSky
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
#GreenSky
#ClimateSky
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
‘Powerful and horrifying’ — David Attenborough’s latest film is a cry to protect our oceans
The seas could save us from climate change, but only if we save them first, legendary naturalist and broadcaster argues in a vivid film.
www.nature.com
May 25, 2025 at 1:07 AM
"The sea is not a wilderness to be tamed for the benefit of humanity — we will benefit from it most if we leave it wild."
#GreenSky
#ClimateSky
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
#GreenSky
#ClimateSky
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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A new study details the evolutionary change of Anna's Hummingbirds, finding their beaks have grown longer and more tapered to get the most from common feeders.
Backyard feeders changed the shape of hummingbird beaks, scientists say
A new study details the evolutionary change of Anna's Hummingbirds, finding their beaks have grown longer and more tapered to get the most from common feeders.
www.npr.org
May 23, 2025 at 11:50 PM
A new study details the evolutionary change of Anna's Hummingbirds, finding their beaks have grown longer and more tapered to get the most from common feeders.
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In response to President Trump signing the Take It Down Act, one feminist organization says it’s “meeting this moment with concern and caution.”
www.jezebel.com/heres-why-th...
www.jezebel.com/heres-why-th...
Here’s Why the Bipartisan Deepfake ‘Revenge Porn’ Bill Trump Signed Is Stirring Controversy
In response to President Trump signing the Take It Down Act, one feminist organization says it’s “meeting this moment with concern and caution.”
www.jezebel.com
May 23, 2025 at 7:18 PM
In response to President Trump signing the Take It Down Act, one feminist organization says it’s “meeting this moment with concern and caution.”
www.jezebel.com/heres-why-th...
www.jezebel.com/heres-why-th...