Louis Cook 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 🇲🇳 🇰🇬 🇧🇯 🇮🇪 🇬🇧
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Bi-vocational & bi-locational Southern Baptist pastor serving the Lord in Eastern NC. Trying to sow gospel seeds and working in the harvest. Not a fan of injustice, bigotry, and hate.
“When you have a lot of stuff, getting more of it is less exciting than when you have very little.”
Bill McKibben in Hundred Dollar Holiday
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Bill McKibben in Hundred Dollar Holiday
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December 22, 2025 at 4:56 PM
“When you have a lot of stuff, getting more of it is less exciting than when you have very little.”
Bill McKibben in Hundred Dollar Holiday
@billmckibben.bsky.social
Bill McKibben in Hundred Dollar Holiday
@billmckibben.bsky.social
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It's equivalent to Pam Bondi making a declaration: we're on the side of the child traffickers, not their victims. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
US justice department halts funding for human-trafficking survivors
DoJ has nearly $90m appropriated by Congress to support victims, but organizations say funding has been cut
www.theguardian.com
December 22, 2025 at 3:59 PM
It's equivalent to Pam Bondi making a declaration: we're on the side of the child traffickers, not their victims. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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You might be thinking, "CPSC, does a dry Christmas tree really burn that much faster than a well-watered tree?"
Friend, let's find out together by watching this PSA.
Friend, let's find out together by watching this PSA.
December 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
You might be thinking, "CPSC, does a dry Christmas tree really burn that much faster than a well-watered tree?"
Friend, let's find out together by watching this PSA.
Friend, let's find out together by watching this PSA.
Pres Trump told a lie last night that drug prices are going down 600%. That is impossible unless drug companies are going to pay you $500 for your $100 prescription. They are not. This is a President that spreads the lie that tariffs are paid by exporting countries, they are not. The importer pays.
December 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Pres Trump told a lie last night that drug prices are going down 600%. That is impossible unless drug companies are going to pay you $500 for your $100 prescription. They are not. This is a President that spreads the lie that tariffs are paid by exporting countries, they are not. The importer pays.
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President Zelensky said Putin publicly lied by claiming Russian forces had already captured Kupiansk — so he went there himself to show the world the truth.
Looking at Russia’s history since 1991, one thing stands out: governments have changed, wealth has risen and fallen,👇
Looking at Russia’s history since 1991, one thing stands out: governments have changed, wealth has risen and fallen,👇
December 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
President Zelensky said Putin publicly lied by claiming Russian forces had already captured Kupiansk — so he went there himself to show the world the truth.
Looking at Russia’s history since 1991, one thing stands out: governments have changed, wealth has risen and fallen,👇
Looking at Russia’s history since 1991, one thing stands out: governments have changed, wealth has risen and fallen,👇
Today In 1954: Willie Mays is named the NL MVP (41 HR - 110 RBI - .345 BA) "The Say Hey Kid" wins the award after missing most of the 1952-53 seasons due to military service. He returned in '54 to lead the New York Giants to a World Series championship!
youtu.be/dDyHmqf0hwc
youtu.be/dDyHmqf0hwc
WILLIE MAYS REFLECTS ON "THE CATCH" AND HIS HALL OF FAME CAREER
YouTube video by Brad Palmer
youtu.be
December 16, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Today In 1954: Willie Mays is named the NL MVP (41 HR - 110 RBI - .345 BA) "The Say Hey Kid" wins the award after missing most of the 1952-53 seasons due to military service. He returned in '54 to lead the New York Giants to a World Series championship!
youtu.be/dDyHmqf0hwc
youtu.be/dDyHmqf0hwc
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Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi killers, became an Australian citizen 3 years ago.
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
December 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi killers, became an Australian citizen 3 years ago.
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
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Ian Curtis with Joy Division at The New Osborne Club, Manchester, 7 February 1980. Photo by Daniel Meadows.
December 13, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Ian Curtis with Joy Division at The New Osborne Club, Manchester, 7 February 1980. Photo by Daniel Meadows.
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The EU’s rising tariffs may not solve the problem
Europe bans Russia’s gas exports, but still buys its gas-based fertiliser
The EU’s rising tariffs may not solve the problem
econ.st
December 8, 2025 at 7:25 PM
The EU’s rising tariffs may not solve the problem
In 1612,
“If the Kings people be obedient & true subjects, obeying all humane lawes made by the King, our Lord the King can require no more: for men’s religion to God is betwixt God & themselves; the King shall not answer for it, neither may the King be judge between God & man." -Thomas Helwys
“If the Kings people be obedient & true subjects, obeying all humane lawes made by the King, our Lord the King can require no more: for men’s religion to God is betwixt God & themselves; the King shall not answer for it, neither may the King be judge between God & man." -Thomas Helwys
December 8, 2025 at 1:25 PM
In 1612,
“If the Kings people be obedient & true subjects, obeying all humane lawes made by the King, our Lord the King can require no more: for men’s religion to God is betwixt God & themselves; the King shall not answer for it, neither may the King be judge between God & man." -Thomas Helwys
“If the Kings people be obedient & true subjects, obeying all humane lawes made by the King, our Lord the King can require no more: for men’s religion to God is betwixt God & themselves; the King shall not answer for it, neither may the King be judge between God & man." -Thomas Helwys
Stay strong Benin 🇧🇯
BREAKING: The coup in Benin on Sunday has been 'foiled,' the Minister of Interior says in a video on Facebook.
Soldiers announce apparent military coup in Benin
A group of soldiers has appeared on Benin’s state TV announcing the dissolution of the government in an apparent coup, the latest of many in West Africa.
bit.ly
December 7, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Stay strong Benin 🇧🇯
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On this day in 1915, the Supreme Court upheld a law providing that an American woman could be stripped of citizenship upon marriage to a foreign husband. U.S. men marrying foreign women were permitted to keep their citizenship.
Dec. 6, 1915 | Supreme Court Rules American Women With Foreign Husbands Lose Citizenship
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
December 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On this day in 1915, the Supreme Court upheld a law providing that an American woman could be stripped of citizenship upon marriage to a foreign husband. U.S. men marrying foreign women were permitted to keep their citizenship.
Well done Marty Cash!
Up the Villa today!
Up the Villa today!
December 6, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Well done Marty Cash!
Up the Villa today!
Up the Villa today!
“Donald Trump seems to be slowing down, and doubts about his health are growing. Increasingly, there is criticism from within his own party: the US president appears vulnerable.”
December 3, 2025 at 12:16 PM
“Donald Trump seems to be slowing down, and doubts about his health are growing. Increasingly, there is criticism from within his own party: the US president appears vulnerable.”
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Over 74,000 Alameda County residents on Covered California plans could see health insurance premiums increase if tax credits aren't extended.
Many East Bay residents consider giving up health insurance with premiums set to skyrocket
Over 74,000 Alameda County residents on Covered California plans could see health insurance premiums increase if tax credits aren't extended.
www.berkeleyside.org
December 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Over 74,000 Alameda County residents on Covered California plans could see health insurance premiums increase if tax credits aren't extended.
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President of Ukraine:
The Russians started the war, and there are no alternatives to this wording. The whole world is a witness. They came with aggression to destroy us.
We stopped them. Europe helped, America helped.
The Russians started the war, and there are no alternatives to this wording. The whole world is a witness. They came with aggression to destroy us.
We stopped them. Europe helped, America helped.
December 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
President of Ukraine:
The Russians started the war, and there are no alternatives to this wording. The whole world is a witness. They came with aggression to destroy us.
We stopped them. Europe helped, America helped.
The Russians started the war, and there are no alternatives to this wording. The whole world is a witness. They came with aggression to destroy us.
We stopped them. Europe helped, America helped.
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A 6-year-old boy is missing after ICE arrested him and his dad in NYC last week and shipped them off to separate facilities. www.thecity.nyc/2025/12/02/i... @thecity.nyc @gwynnefitz.bsky.social
ICE Arrested and Separated Chinese Father From 6-Year-Old Son, Advocates Say
The father and son were detained at an ICE check-in on Nov. 26, advocates say. The son’s location is currently unknown, while the father is being held at an upstate ICE facility.
www.thecity.nyc
December 2, 2025 at 5:42 PM
A 6-year-old boy is missing after ICE arrested him and his dad in NYC last week and shipped them off to separate facilities. www.thecity.nyc/2025/12/02/i... @thecity.nyc @gwynnefitz.bsky.social
Four goals from three Manchester United Academy graduates today with an assist by another(Harry Amass on loan at @swfc.co.uk)
Two goals for Charlie McNeil (SW)
A long awaited goal by Ben Whitman for @pnefcpost.bsky.social(club isn’t on here)
Then a goal by Evan Galbraith for Swansea.
Well done lads.
Two goals for Charlie McNeil (SW)
A long awaited goal by Ben Whitman for @pnefcpost.bsky.social(club isn’t on here)
Then a goal by Evan Galbraith for Swansea.
Well done lads.
November 29, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Four goals from three Manchester United Academy graduates today with an assist by another(Harry Amass on loan at @swfc.co.uk)
Two goals for Charlie McNeil (SW)
A long awaited goal by Ben Whitman for @pnefcpost.bsky.social(club isn’t on here)
Then a goal by Evan Galbraith for Swansea.
Well done lads.
Two goals for Charlie McNeil (SW)
A long awaited goal by Ben Whitman for @pnefcpost.bsky.social(club isn’t on here)
Then a goal by Evan Galbraith for Swansea.
Well done lads.
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⚡ Russia is pulling fighters from all over the world.
Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation says Moscow has recruited nationals from 128 countries to fill its ranks.
🔗 united24media.com/latest-news/...
Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation says Moscow has recruited nationals from 128 countries to fill its ranks.
🔗 united24media.com/latest-news/...
November 29, 2025 at 11:20 AM
⚡ Russia is pulling fighters from all over the world.
Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation says Moscow has recruited nationals from 128 countries to fill its ranks.
🔗 united24media.com/latest-news/...
Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation says Moscow has recruited nationals from 128 countries to fill its ranks.
🔗 united24media.com/latest-news/...
Shame on the President of Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬
November 28, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Shame on the President of Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬
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How the Republican Party started. How it's going.
November 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM
How the Republican Party started. How it's going.
I got the blue one and unlike any other holiday sweater that I have worn in the past, this one drew compliments from family, friends, and others. I am well pleased.
November 28, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I got the blue one and unlike any other holiday sweater that I have worn in the past, this one drew compliments from family, friends, and others. I am well pleased.
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The disturbing normality with which Israeli forces executed two Palestinian men who had surrendered shows the impunity for such atrocities that Israeli troops believe they enjoy. The only difference: this time they were filmed. www.reuters.com/world/middle...
Israeli forces kill two Palestinians in West Bank who appeared to be surrendering
Israeli security forces shot two Palestinian men on Thursday who appeared to be surrendering and unarmed during a raid in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Palestine TV news footage showed.
www.reuters.com
November 28, 2025 at 3:21 PM
The disturbing normality with which Israeli forces executed two Palestinian men who had surrendered shows the impunity for such atrocities that Israeli troops believe they enjoy. The only difference: this time they were filmed. www.reuters.com/world/middle...