Ralph Armstrong
@ralpharmstrong.bsky.social
History, Art, Architecture, Literature, Philosophy, Politics, Travel.
I donate to wck.org for Gaza.
I donate to wck.org for Gaza.
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Charles Bridge at 5 am, covered in a low Milky fog. The silhouettes of Gothic towers can barely be seen through the fog. In the center is a lone figure in a long coat, walking into the distance.
#praha #prague #czechrepublic #czech #praga #prag #photography #travel #europe #architecture
#praha #prague #czechrepublic #czech #praga #prag #photography #travel #europe #architecture
December 19, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Charles Bridge at 5 am, covered in a low Milky fog. The silhouettes of Gothic towers can barely be seen through the fog. In the center is a lone figure in a long coat, walking into the distance.
#praha #prague #czechrepublic #czech #praga #prag #photography #travel #europe #architecture
#praha #prague #czechrepublic #czech #praga #prag #photography #travel #europe #architecture
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It was such a joy to celebrate Hanukkah with Mandy, Kathryn and their son, Gideon. As Jewish New Yorkers across our city prepare to light candles and mark the seventh night today, I wish you and your families a Hanukkah full of light and love.
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
Happy Hanukkah
YouTube video by Zohran Mamdani for NYC
youtu.be
December 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM
It was such a joy to celebrate Hanukkah with Mandy, Kathryn and their son, Gideon. As Jewish New Yorkers across our city prepare to light candles and mark the seventh night today, I wish you and your families a Hanukkah full of light and love.
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
youtu.be/KIxAKyioXng
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The EPSTEIN Files are a much quicker read than I expected.
December 20, 2025 at 8:12 PM
The EPSTEIN Files are a much quicker read than I expected.
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The complete Bayeux Tapestry has finally been released and proves that Bishop Odo had absolutely nothing to do with the illegal Norman invasion of England.
December 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
The complete Bayeux Tapestry has finally been released and proves that Bishop Odo had absolutely nothing to do with the illegal Norman invasion of England.
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Adding Donald Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center dishonors the mission of the institution, David Remnick writes. www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
Trump Dishonors the Kennedy Center
A memorial to John F. Kennedy and his respect for the freedom of the arts has been renamed for a man with authoritarian instincts.
www.newyorker.com
December 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Adding Donald Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center dishonors the mission of the institution, David Remnick writes. www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
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DEVELOPING: Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie say they’re drafting articles of impeachment against AG Pam Bondi over the illegal handling of the Epstein files.
This just escalated fast. Accountability is coming.
This just escalated fast. Accountability is coming.
December 20, 2025 at 6:55 PM
DEVELOPING: Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie say they’re drafting articles of impeachment against AG Pam Bondi over the illegal handling of the Epstein files.
This just escalated fast. Accountability is coming.
This just escalated fast. Accountability is coming.
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The tug-of-war over CNN shows how dysfunctional US media has become | Margaret Sullivan
The tug-of-war over CNN shows how dysfunctional US media has become | Margaret Sullivan
The network’s fate has become a battle of corporate ownership, not a question of what benefits Americans
www.theguardian.com
December 20, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The tug-of-war over CNN shows how dysfunctional US media has become | Margaret Sullivan
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Records show ICE has already paid BI $1.6 million, with the potential for the contract to grow to as much as $121 million by the time it concludes in 2027. interc.pt/4599xMw
December 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Records show ICE has already paid BI $1.6 million, with the potential for the contract to grow to as much as $121 million by the time it concludes in 2027. interc.pt/4599xMw
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When Trump came back to office, Putin studied psychological profiles of his circle and decided he wanted to deal with Witkoff not Kellogg. A year later, Kellogg is out and Witkoff, who Trump says "knew nothing" about Russia, has been to Russia six times. www.wsj.com/world/putin-...
Witkoff’s Other Backer in His Unlikely Diplomatic Ascent: Putin
The Kremlin release of an American prisoner and a Saudi backchannel bolstered the rise of Trump’s longtime friend.
www.wsj.com
December 20, 2025 at 2:52 PM
When Trump came back to office, Putin studied psychological profiles of his circle and decided he wanted to deal with Witkoff not Kellogg. A year later, Kellogg is out and Witkoff, who Trump says "knew nothing" about Russia, has been to Russia six times. www.wsj.com/world/putin-...
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When Trump visited Mount Vernon in 2018, he couldn't understand why George Washington didn't name it after himself. “You’ve got to put your name on stuff or no one remembers you.” Reupping this prescient piece from @politico.com which seems pretty relevant today. www.politico.com/story/2019/0...
Trump’s ‘truly bizarre’ visit to Mt. Vernon
The 45th president — no student of history — marveled at the first president's failure to name his historic compound after himself.
www.politico.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
When Trump visited Mount Vernon in 2018, he couldn't understand why George Washington didn't name it after himself. “You’ve got to put your name on stuff or no one remembers you.” Reupping this prescient piece from @politico.com which seems pretty relevant today. www.politico.com/story/2019/0...
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this is illegal
NEWS: They're adding Trump's name to the Kennedy Center building right now. www.washingtonpost.com/entertainmen...
Kennedy Center adds Trump’s name to building
The signage change follows a vote by the board of trustees to rename the performing arts complex the Trump Kennedy Center.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 19, 2025 at 4:19 PM
this is illegal
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AG “chose to paint the moment when Hercules and Omphale fall in love, an unlikely romance between adversaries witnessed by the chubby cupid leaning on Hercules’s thigh.” Newly attributed painting that survived that massive explosion in Beirut a few years back
This Artemisia Gentileschi Painting Is Unlike Any of Her Others. Here’s Why
This recently reattributed painting is more than what it seems.
by Karen Chernick for @artnet.bsky.social
news.artnet.com/art-world/th...
This recently reattributed painting is more than what it seems.
by Karen Chernick for @artnet.bsky.social
news.artnet.com/art-world/th...
This Artemisia Gentileschi Painting Is Unlike Her Others. Here's Why
The surprising history behind Artemisia Gentileschi's recently reattributed Hercules and Omphale, and how it redefines gender roles.
news.artnet.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
AG “chose to paint the moment when Hercules and Omphale fall in love, an unlikely romance between adversaries witnessed by the chubby cupid leaning on Hercules’s thigh.” Newly attributed painting that survived that massive explosion in Beirut a few years back
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i was especially struck by these paragraphs, which rang very true to me. libs who grew up around conservatives aren't embarrassed to be liberals--or confused about what conservatives want. there's a certain kind of elite media man, on the other hand--
December 18, 2025 at 1:26 PM
i was especially struck by these paragraphs, which rang very true to me. libs who grew up around conservatives aren't embarrassed to be liberals--or confused about what conservatives want. there's a certain kind of elite media man, on the other hand--
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Guten Morgen Ihr Lieben. Nach einer Woche in der Heimat geht es heute zurück quer durch die Republik. Allerdings komme ich Weihnachten schon wieder🙃🥰
In der Bahn wird es heute hoffentlich sehr entspannt und ich kann bissle Podcast hören.
Euch einen schönen Tag und bleibt zuversichtlich. 🫖📚🌲
In der Bahn wird es heute hoffentlich sehr entspannt und ich kann bissle Podcast hören.
Euch einen schönen Tag und bleibt zuversichtlich. 🫖📚🌲
December 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Guten Morgen Ihr Lieben. Nach einer Woche in der Heimat geht es heute zurück quer durch die Republik. Allerdings komme ich Weihnachten schon wieder🙃🥰
In der Bahn wird es heute hoffentlich sehr entspannt und ich kann bissle Podcast hören.
Euch einen schönen Tag und bleibt zuversichtlich. 🫖📚🌲
In der Bahn wird es heute hoffentlich sehr entspannt und ich kann bissle Podcast hören.
Euch einen schönen Tag und bleibt zuversichtlich. 🫖📚🌲
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frühstück mit gartenblick #ChiangMai
December 13, 2025 at 12:44 AM
frühstück mit gartenblick #ChiangMai
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"Japan is mourning the loss of Ken-chan, the beloved black cat who spent seven years trying to slip past the sliding doors of the Onomichi City Museum of Art."
Ken-chan, Japan's Most Determined Art Museum Cat, Passes Away
The story of Ken-chan, the viral black cat who spent seven years trying to sneak into the Onomichi City Museum of Art, and his heartwarming friendship with a security guard.
www.tokyoweekender.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:32 PM
"Japan is mourning the loss of Ken-chan, the beloved black cat who spent seven years trying to slip past the sliding doors of the Onomichi City Museum of Art."
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Who invented non-reflective glass?
American physicist & chemist Katharine Burr Blodgett in 1938.
It revolutionized optics--& led to the coatings used today in everything from eyeglasses to phone screens. She was the first woman to earn a PhD in #physics from Cambridge, 1926. #WomenInSTEM #inventor
American physicist & chemist Katharine Burr Blodgett in 1938.
It revolutionized optics--& led to the coatings used today in everything from eyeglasses to phone screens. She was the first woman to earn a PhD in #physics from Cambridge, 1926. #WomenInSTEM #inventor
December 12, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Who invented non-reflective glass?
American physicist & chemist Katharine Burr Blodgett in 1938.
It revolutionized optics--& led to the coatings used today in everything from eyeglasses to phone screens. She was the first woman to earn a PhD in #physics from Cambridge, 1926. #WomenInSTEM #inventor
American physicist & chemist Katharine Burr Blodgett in 1938.
It revolutionized optics--& led to the coatings used today in everything from eyeglasses to phone screens. She was the first woman to earn a PhD in #physics from Cambridge, 1926. #WomenInSTEM #inventor
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“Trump May Revoke Visas of Critics of Elon Musk’s Twitter”
Freeeeee speech!
Freeeeee speech!
SCOOP: Trump Admin Is Preparing to Revoke Visas of Critics of Elon Musk’s Twitter
Trump officials are considering revoking the visas of former European Union Commissioner Thierry Breton and Imran Ahmed, of the Center for Countering Digital Hate.
zeteo.com
December 11, 2025 at 6:49 AM
“Trump May Revoke Visas of Critics of Elon Musk’s Twitter”
Freeeeee speech!
Freeeeee speech!
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There is perhaps nothing more "on brand" for Trump than using all of the power of the US government to coerce a sovereign, democratic nation into releasing someone accused of raping children and trafficking women.
"Gift" article, so no subscription required to read.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/u...
"Gift" article, so no subscription required to read.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/u...
How a Manosphere Star Accused of Rape and Trafficking Was Freed
www.nytimes.com
December 11, 2025 at 3:18 AM
There is perhaps nothing more "on brand" for Trump than using all of the power of the US government to coerce a sovereign, democratic nation into releasing someone accused of raping children and trafficking women.
"Gift" article, so no subscription required to read.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/u...
"Gift" article, so no subscription required to read.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/u...
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We now learn that Fifa had a very specific "ask" in exchange for its "Peace Award" to Trump, with loads of gold trinkets, and that was dismissal of a criminal corruption case against senior Fifa officials. And Trump granted it. Another corrupt bargain, barely noticed (and ignored by US media).
December 11, 2025 at 12:59 AM
We now learn that Fifa had a very specific "ask" in exchange for its "Peace Award" to Trump, with loads of gold trinkets, and that was dismissal of a criminal corruption case against senior Fifa officials. And Trump granted it. Another corrupt bargain, barely noticed (and ignored by US media).
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Every legal story now is either
Ancient Circuit Judge Delivers Crystal Clear 100 Page Rebuke To Trumpist Overreach
or
In Unsigned Shadow Docket Decision, 6-3 Majority Declares Trump Can Hunt People For Sport
Ancient Circuit Judge Delivers Crystal Clear 100 Page Rebuke To Trumpist Overreach
or
In Unsigned Shadow Docket Decision, 6-3 Majority Declares Trump Can Hunt People For Sport
October 3, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Every legal story now is either
Ancient Circuit Judge Delivers Crystal Clear 100 Page Rebuke To Trumpist Overreach
or
In Unsigned Shadow Docket Decision, 6-3 Majority Declares Trump Can Hunt People For Sport
Ancient Circuit Judge Delivers Crystal Clear 100 Page Rebuke To Trumpist Overreach
or
In Unsigned Shadow Docket Decision, 6-3 Majority Declares Trump Can Hunt People For Sport
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Gallego: "This administration, since they started striking these boats illegally, has been very happy to show their snuff films . Now suddenly they're willing to show the first hit but not the second. Why? ... they're afraid the public is going to see the military killed 2 men that had surrendered."
December 11, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Gallego: "This administration, since they started striking these boats illegally, has been very happy to show their snuff films . Now suddenly they're willing to show the first hit but not the second. Why? ... they're afraid the public is going to see the military killed 2 men that had surrendered."
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Ossoff: "She got her new insurance quote & it's $700 more per month than what she's paying now. She's diabetic. She had surgery a few months ago for something else. She told me she cried again bc she realized she's gonna have to cancel her insurance. She believes she might die bc of a policy choice"
December 11, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Ossoff: "She got her new insurance quote & it's $700 more per month than what she's paying now. She's diabetic. She had surgery a few months ago for something else. She told me she cried again bc she realized she's gonna have to cancel her insurance. She believes she might die bc of a policy choice"