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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 18h

It’s hardly a fresh take, but the #Tigers home unis are just so clean and sharp. Classic look. Classic style.

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 19h

2025, don’t you even THINK of it!

Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 19h

Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida Parton, is asking for people to pray for her sister’s health.

Verified Facebook post by Freida Parton. The caption reads:

“Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling her best lately. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been lead to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me. She’s strong, she’s loved, and with all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you! ❤️”

Below the caption is a photo of Dolly Parton standing outdoors in front of lush green ivy, hands clasped in prayer, wearing a shiny silver outfit with lace-trimmed sleeves, her signature blonde hair styled in soft curls, looking upward serenely.

Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 20h

My wife & I are #Astros fans & pulling for the #Mariners, as we have many friends in the PNW. In fact, my wife, not a sports fan at all, started the 8th inning of G2 actually raising her voice: “Come on Mariners, PROVE SOMETHING!” I had to look over & make sure it was her. So, M’s, over to you now.

Caitlin @hellocaitlin.bsky.social · 21h

It’s Time ⚾️ 🔱

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planetarygeomorph.bsky.social @planetarygeomorph.bsky.social · 7d

The IAG #Planetary Gemorphology Image of the Month 📸 October is online! Dr. Abdallah Zaki takes us on a field trip to ancient Mars, by studying hourglass-shaped landforms ⌛ - remnants of source-to-sink river systems💧🌕🧐👩‍🚀 #Mars #rivers #space
planetarygeomorphology.wordpress.com/2025/10/01/h...

Hourglass landforms: Evidence of source-to-sink fluvial deposition

Post contributed by Dr. Abdallah S. Zaki, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin Mars provides an exceptional geological archive, preserving billions of years of pre-existing …

planetarygeomorphology.wordpress.com

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 5d

This quote should be posted in every interview room in every stadium in the world…

“If we start winning games, the atmosphere will improve.”

www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Nottingham Forest fans call for Postecoglou axe after 23 days following European defeat

Midtjylland’s third goal in 3-2 win sparks fan fury, with Ange Postecoglou still seeking his first Forest victory after six matches

www.theguardian.com

Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 5d

I’m here bc I love geology. It tells the story of the planet in particular, and sometimes those of planets in general.

Sorry. More than one line.

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 5d

You’re very welcome!

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

This is simply (and in all other ways) beautiful! #MinCup25

Fernando Salvaterra @salvaterra.bsky.social · 6d

Last year I decided to draw the minerals competing in the #MinCup25, starting with sketches in a handmade notebook. As an uneducated rock enjoyer, my goal was to force myself to pay attention and learn about the subjects +

salvaterraerra.artstation.com/projects/DLq...

Mineral Cup 2025

Last year I decided to draw the minerals competing in the 2025 Mineral Cup, starting with sketches in a handmade notebook. As an uneducated rock enjoyer, my goal was to force myself to pay attention a...

salvaterraerra.artstation.com

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

It’s a blue, blue, blue, blue, blue world! #Kyanite finally crowned champion after nine years in the Mineral Cup, including a second-place finish in #MinCup24!

I’ll call it now, #Tugtupite is going to be tough to beat in #MinCup26!

What a fun #MinCup25! Thanks again to everyone who made it so!

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

The new Ore Cup will have entries of which Mineral Cup voters have mourned losses in the past, including copper! #MinCup25 #OreCup25

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Mineral Cup #MinCup25 @mineralcup.bsky.social · 6d

Hark! What’s that we see on the horizon?

Is it something new? Something mostly metallic, quite heavy, and essential to society? It’s an all-new collaboration with IMA!

Ore Cup: www.mineralcup.org/about-ore-cup

Voting starts Monday November 3. Winner crowned IMA Ore Mineral of the Year

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Mineral Cup #MinCup25 @mineralcup.bsky.social · 6d

And that’s time!

But, uh, who’s the winner?

With a surge of hundreds of votes in the final moments, our host is throttling access to the data we need to perform audits. It’s going to be at least a few hours. 🙃

Mineral Cup #MinCup25 @mineralcup.bsky.social · 7d

#MinCup25 Final: After a month of learning and laughter, we’re at the final match to determine the 2025 Mineral Cup Champion! We have blue blades of #kyanite up against optical magician #tugtupite.

Vote: www.mineralcup.org/2025/vote/r5...
Results: www.mineralcup.org/2025/results...

Vote in 2025 Final Match — Mineral Cup

Click here to vote in Kyanite vs Tugtupite Photo credits: John Sobolewski and Parent Géry

www.mineralcup.org

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

Heroes all. #MinCup25

Mineral Cup #MinCup25 @mineralcup.bsky.social · 6d

Ever wonder about who makes Mineral Cup happen?

Here’s the #MinCup25 volunteer team! www.mineralcup.org/2025/volunte...

Want to join us? We’re always recruiting more volunteers!

Volunteers — Mineral Cup

www.mineralcup.org

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

No matter which mineral is crowned champion in Mineral Cup, the real winners are all of us as this is such a fun, silly welcome and educational time for all. Huge thanks to @mikamckinnon.bsky.social and everyone else who make Mineral Cup a reality. Y'all rock (and not just in a pun way)! #MinCup25

a man in a suit and bow tie is sitting with his arms crossed .

ALT: a man in a suit and bow tie is sitting with his arms crossed .

media.tenor.com

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Helen MC @crystallised-cricket.com · 6d

As the final of #MinCup25 draws to a close - can you all join me in a round of applause and thanks to @mikamckinnon.bsky.social and team behind the comp - a most welcome and edifying distraction. Long may #MinCup continue 👏 👏👏👏👏

Mika McKinnon @mikamckinnon.bsky.social · 6d

With the margin this tight heading into the final hour of #MinCup25, it’s going to take some time to verify votes and declare the winner.

Everything looks good so far! Keep having faith that your candidate is cool enough to win on the strength of your campaigning.

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🌌Éskʷətayit @joxter.bgay.cat · 6d

#MinCup25
#kyanite
#ElphabaThropp

It's time to tryyy defyyying graaavity! 🔪🧹🌌

sakakidelijah.bsky.social @sakakidelijah.bsky.social · 6d

This black #kyanite look is called "Witches Broom". It's October, ergo spooky season has started. Hence, you should clearly vote for #kyanite.
#MinCup #MinCup25
The other guy is cool too though.

Witches Broom kyanite: shiny rock that looks like the edge of a broom

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

Look deep into the color of these eyes. What do you see?

#Kyanite blue!

You know what to do.

#MinCup25

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

The Astronomy Picture of the Day getting in on the #MinCup25 Finals act. The Witch's Broom Nebula looks very much like... #Kyanite! (No other subjective interpretations will be entertained.) From deep space to your voting fingertips, #Kyanite is the mineral of destiny, and a deserving 2025 champion!

NGC 6960: The Witch's Broom Nebula
Image Credit & Copyright: Brian Meyers

The Witch's Broom Nebula or Kyanite? I can't tell!

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

Mika works hard! Hopefully there'll be no ballot-stuffing, and a nice clean and easy process, followed by a wonderful beverage of choice! Maybe two. #MinCup25

Mika McKinnon @mikamckinnon.bsky.social · 6d

With the margin this tight heading into the final hour of #MinCup25, it’s going to take some time to verify votes and declare the winner.

Everything looks good so far! Keep having faith that your candidate is cool enough to win on the strength of your campaigning.

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

This story is fantastic, and kind of what #MinCup25 is all about.

Wander @lithosqueer.bsky.social · 6d

Alright - I’ve been pretty quiet this #MinCup25 but now that it’s down to the final hour (or so), I have a story to share, in favor of #kyanite
It’s about geology, field camp, and the kind of learning that happens despite difficulty, and because of great TAs.
🧵

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Dr. Gabriel Eggers @gabeeggers.bsky.social · 6d

Less than an hour left, #kyanite gang!

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

I just this to my good friends in Seattle: “Since it's sort of blue-green at times, a vote for #Kyanite is kind of a vote for the Seattle Mariners. So really, do what you have to do.”

(I mean, I just did.)
#MinCup25

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Dr. Gabriel Eggers @gabeeggers.bsky.social · 6d

#KYANITE GANG RISE UP, THIS IS OUR YEAR! LET'S PUSH OUR ANISOTROPIC, METAMORPHIC INDEX MINERAL OVER THE FINISH LINE! #MinCup25

Mineral Cup #MinCup25 @mineralcup.bsky.social · 7d

#MinCup25 Final: After a month of learning and laughter, we’re at the final match to determine the 2025 Mineral Cup Champion! We have blue blades of #kyanite up against optical magician #tugtupite.

Vote: www.mineralcup.org/2025/vote/r5...
Results: www.mineralcup.org/2025/results...

Vote in 2025 Final Match — Mineral Cup

Click here to vote in Kyanite vs Tugtupite Photo credits: John Sobolewski and Parent Géry

www.mineralcup.org

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Jorge Ginés 🇪🇺 🌍🛰️ 🎃👻🎃👻🎃👻 @lithospheric.jorgegines.com · 6d

La cianita. Un mineral generalmente azulado que es PRECIOSO.

Pasó esa ronda, pero ahora va media docena de votos por detrás.

ME HACÉIS EL FAVOR DE VOTAR "KYANITE". Gracies.

www.mineralcup.org/2025/vote/r5...

#MinCup25 #TeamKyanite

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Martin Hajovsky @martinhajovsky.bsky.social · 6d

Its smaller variant!

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