Ryan Gibbs
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Rhode Islander since 1989 | Music editor for @inbetweendrafts.bsky.social | Reporter for the Jamestown Press | I am on here only sometimes
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Terrible news that Perry Bamonte of the Cure has died. www.thecure.com/news/2025/12...
The Cure Official Site
Latest updates on forthcoming releases, tour dates and news
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December 26, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Terrible news that Perry Bamonte of the Cure has died. www.thecure.com/news/2025/12...
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Making sure everyone knows that Kate Bush's 1979 Christmas special is available to stream on YouTube and it's VERY worth your time. www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6BP...
Kate Bush (BEST MASTER) 1979 Christmas BBC TV Special #katebush #christmas #petergabriel
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December 25, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Making sure everyone knows that Kate Bush's 1979 Christmas special is available to stream on YouTube and it's VERY worth your time. www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6BP...
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Nancy By Ernie Bushmiller
March 22,1958
March 22,1958
December 21, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Nancy By Ernie Bushmiller
March 22,1958
March 22,1958
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BREAKING: Man suspected in the shooting at Brown University has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility, AP source says.
Man suspected in shooting at Brown University has been found dead in New Hampshire, AP source says
A man who is suspected of killing two and wounding several others at Brown University has been found dead in New Hampshire storage facility, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:25 AM
BREAKING: Man suspected in the shooting at Brown University has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility, AP source says.
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My last story of the year for @npr.org published this week and it’s a doozy! I explore how & why teachers are using AI text detection software (despite its known flaws), and what can happen to students when these tools are wrong.
Check out the full story here: www.npr.org/2025/12/16/n...
Check out the full story here: www.npr.org/2025/12/16/n...
December 18, 2025 at 7:52 PM
My last story of the year for @npr.org published this week and it’s a doozy! I explore how & why teachers are using AI text detection software (despite its known flaws), and what can happen to students when these tools are wrong.
Check out the full story here: www.npr.org/2025/12/16/n...
Check out the full story here: www.npr.org/2025/12/16/n...
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Rhode Island Blood Center reports record donations after Brown University shooting rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/12/15/r...
Rhode Island Blood Center reports record donations after Brown University shooting • Rhode Island Current
Donations to the Rhode Island Blood Center have hit record highs in the days after the mass shooting at Brown University. But the nonprofit leaders say they still need more donations, and are asking f...
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December 15, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Rhode Island Blood Center reports record donations after Brown University shooting rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/12/15/r...
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GOOD NEWS: Rhode Island Blood Center tells me there were nearly **700** booked appointments made Sunday, compared to an average of 75.
Donations are still encouraged.
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Donations are still encouraged.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:29 PM
GOOD NEWS: Rhode Island Blood Center tells me there were nearly **700** booked appointments made Sunday, compared to an average of 75.
Donations are still encouraged.
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Donations are still encouraged.
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Why is this tiny gesture so funny
December 15, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Why is this tiny gesture so funny
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This list doesn't even have the most famous catchphrase in that slate of movies
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A crazy streak of not just hits but movies that are permanently woven into the culture. Turn it to 11. Inconceivable. I’ll have what she’s having. Wanna see a dead body?
In the hands of a lesser director…
In the hands of a lesser director…
The run that Rob Reiner went on between 1984 and 1992 is one of the most amazing hot streaks any director has ever had. Legendary stuff
December 15, 2025 at 3:51 AM
This list doesn't even have the most famous catchphrase in that slate of movies
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We are saddened by the loss of actor, filmmaker, and activist Rob Reiner.
A storyteller with sincerity that imbued his work and the causes he believed in, we are grateful for the time we spent with him over the years.
We mourn the loss of him and his wife, Michele.
A storyteller with sincerity that imbued his work and the causes he believed in, we are grateful for the time we spent with him over the years.
We mourn the loss of him and his wife, Michele.
December 15, 2025 at 4:20 PM
We are saddened by the loss of actor, filmmaker, and activist Rob Reiner.
A storyteller with sincerity that imbued his work and the causes he believed in, we are grateful for the time we spent with him over the years.
We mourn the loss of him and his wife, Michele.
A storyteller with sincerity that imbued his work and the causes he believed in, we are grateful for the time we spent with him over the years.
We mourn the loss of him and his wife, Michele.
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Rob Reiner's sudden death turns Spinal Tap II: The End Continues from an amiable reunion into a poignant epilogue. My thoughts are in my latest newsletter: sterlewine.substack.com/p/spinal-tap...
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, Rob Reiner's Final Film
Rob Reiner's sudden death turns Spinal Tap II: The End Continues from an amiable reunion into a poignant epilogue.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Rob Reiner's sudden death turns Spinal Tap II: The End Continues from an amiable reunion into a poignant epilogue. My thoughts are in my latest newsletter: sterlewine.substack.com/p/spinal-tap...
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Rob Reiner made films that we remember, from "When Harry Met Sally..." to "This is Spinal Tap." Here's a look at some of the best and where to watch them.
‘This is Spinal Tap,’ ‘The Princess Bride’ and more: Rob Reiner’s best films and where to watch them
Rob Reiner created iconic films that many people rewatch and quote. Where to stream "This is Spinal Tap," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally..." and more.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Rob Reiner made films that we remember, from "When Harry Met Sally..." to "This is Spinal Tap." Here's a look at some of the best and where to watch them.
Counterpoint: No
@jeffjarvis.bsky.social: “Journalists must address their civic, professional, even moral obligation to provide news, reporting, and information via AI.” www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/apis...
December 15, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Counterpoint: No
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Kudos to the Rhode Island press corps for its tireless & measured coverage of the Brown shooting. And special thanks to the student journalists at the @browndailyherald.bsky.social for stepping up.
December 14, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Kudos to the Rhode Island press corps for its tireless & measured coverage of the Brown shooting. And special thanks to the student journalists at the @browndailyherald.bsky.social for stepping up.
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I bought this poster after moving to Rhode Island in 1985 & it always summed up the spirit of this quirky city-state. Our motto is Hope. And we truly do live off Hope. Especially after a tragedy, like too many we’ve witnessed elsewhere, visited us Saturday. ⚓️
December 14, 2025 at 1:49 PM
I bought this poster after moving to Rhode Island in 1985 & it always summed up the spirit of this quirky city-state. Our motto is Hope. And we truly do live off Hope. Especially after a tragedy, like too many we’ve witnessed elsewhere, visited us Saturday. ⚓️
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Brown has canceled all remaining classes and exams for the Fall semester.
December 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Brown has canceled all remaining classes and exams for the Fall semester.
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By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- A person of interest is in custody in connection with the Saturday shooting at Brown University in which two people were killed and nine people were injured, officials said Sunday morning.
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‘Person of interest’ in custody in Brown University shooting - The Boston Globe
A person of interest is in custody in connection with the Saturday shooting at Brown University, according to Providence police spokesperson Kristy dosReis.
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December 14, 2025 at 12:37 PM
By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- A person of interest is in custody in connection with the Saturday shooting at Brown University in which two people were killed and nine people were injured, officials said Sunday morning.
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8:45 PM: Providence Place mall is closed and everyone has been asked to evacuate the building. Live updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
December 14, 2025 at 1:51 AM
8:45 PM: Providence Place mall is closed and everyone has been asked to evacuate the building. Live updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
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www.brown.edu message from @brownpublichealth.bsky.social President Paxson
Brown University
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December 14, 2025 at 12:59 AM
www.brown.edu message from @brownpublichealth.bsky.social President Paxson
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Kudos to the Brown University students who are posting continuous live updates, spaced just minutes apart, on the campus shooting. A lot of grace and professionalism under immense pressure.
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Live updates: Two deceased in active shooter incident at Brown University
Serving the Brown University community since 1891
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December 14, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Kudos to the Brown University students who are posting continuous live updates, spaced just minutes apart, on the campus shooting. A lot of grace and professionalism under immense pressure.
www.browndailyherald.com/article/2025...
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JUST IN: A RI Hospital spokesperson tells me of 8 patients they received, 6 are critical but stable, 1 critical, 1 stable. The hospital is in lockdown.
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December 14, 2025 at 12:43 AM
JUST IN: A RI Hospital spokesperson tells me of 8 patients they received, 6 are critical but stable, 1 critical, 1 stable. The hospital is in lockdown.
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BREAKING: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said 2 are dead and 8 are in critical but stable condition. A suspect is NOT in custody at this hour. Asking people who live near Brown to shelter in place. If you’re not home, stay safe elsewhere.
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December 13, 2025 at 11:45 PM
BREAKING: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said 2 are dead and 8 are in critical but stable condition. A suspect is NOT in custody at this hour. Asking people who live near Brown to shelter in place. If you’re not home, stay safe elsewhere.
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#Breaking: Two people are dead and eight people are in critical condition after a shooting near Brown University.
Updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
Updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
December 13, 2025 at 11:39 PM
#Breaking: Two people are dead and eight people are in critical condition after a shooting near Brown University.
Updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
Updates: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/
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BREAKING: At least two people have been killed and several others injured in a shooting at Brown University, AP source says.
At least 2 killed and several more hurt in shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island
Police say multiple people have been shot in the area of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
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December 13, 2025 at 11:24 PM
BREAKING: At least two people have been killed and several others injured in a shooting at Brown University, AP source says.