Serti 🌎❤️🕊️🌊🙏🏼+🧬💉🌈ally
@serti.bsky.social
aka Juanita Marquez. She/her. Pro-choice Christian liberal geek trying to save the world literally+figuratively. Wikipedian. Tech, medicine, Muppets, food, travel, random interesting stuff. Politics only cuz US=Drumpfster fire. I suss before following.
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Hen cages and pig farrowing crates to be outlawed in England
Hen cages and pig farrowing crates to be outlawed in England
Humane slaughter requirements for farmed fish and end to puppy farming also in new package of animal welfare laws
Caged hens will be a thing of the past in England, the government has announced, as it launches a package of new animal welfare laws.
Pig farrowing crates, which campaigners have said are cruel, will also be banned under the welfare changes. These cramped crates are used to stop pigs from rolling over and crushing their young, but once in them sows cannot turn over or move around at all. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 22, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Hen cages and pig farrowing crates to be outlawed in England
😳😱 In this time of lies and misinformation, READ EVERYTHING.
Do not cite an academic paper unless you’ve read it
AI Is Inventing Academic Papers That Don't Exist -- And They're Being Cited in Real Journals
Academic articles from authors using large language model are creating an ecosystem of fake research that threatens human knowledge itself.
www.rollingstone.com
December 22, 2025 at 6:33 AM
😳😱 In this time of lies and misinformation, READ EVERYTHING.
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It’s so dishonest and reckless to reduce childhood vaccines because of Denmark.
The US has a similar schedule to Canada, Britain, Australia and Germany.
Denmark, a small country with strong universal healthcare, is the outlier.
And even Denmark themselves thinks that this is a bad idea.
The US has a similar schedule to Canada, Britain, Australia and Germany.
Denmark, a small country with strong universal healthcare, is the outlier.
And even Denmark themselves thinks that this is a bad idea.
R.F.K. Jr. Likely to Swap U.S. Childhood Vaccine Schedule for Denmark’s
www.nytimes.com
December 20, 2025 at 12:37 AM
It’s so dishonest and reckless to reduce childhood vaccines because of Denmark.
The US has a similar schedule to Canada, Britain, Australia and Germany.
Denmark, a small country with strong universal healthcare, is the outlier.
And even Denmark themselves thinks that this is a bad idea.
The US has a similar schedule to Canada, Britain, Australia and Germany.
Denmark, a small country with strong universal healthcare, is the outlier.
And even Denmark themselves thinks that this is a bad idea.
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someone's been watching my e-bike vlogs and it shows
December 21, 2025 at 9:21 PM
someone's been watching my e-bike vlogs and it shows
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Solidarity, not slogans.
Anthony Joshua held a Ukrainian flag with the emblem of the ARTAN special forces unit of Ukraine’s military intelligence — a clear sign that Ukraine’s fight is seen and supported worldwide.
Anthony Joshua held a Ukrainian flag with the emblem of the ARTAN special forces unit of Ukraine’s military intelligence — a clear sign that Ukraine’s fight is seen and supported worldwide.
December 21, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Solidarity, not slogans.
Anthony Joshua held a Ukrainian flag with the emblem of the ARTAN special forces unit of Ukraine’s military intelligence — a clear sign that Ukraine’s fight is seen and supported worldwide.
Anthony Joshua held a Ukrainian flag with the emblem of the ARTAN special forces unit of Ukraine’s military intelligence — a clear sign that Ukraine’s fight is seen and supported worldwide.
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Steves purchased the property to prevent it from closing. Many homeless people had come to depend on the Lynnwood Hygiene Center, which had operated rent-free on the property since 2020. n.pr/3MKbmJH
Rick Steves steps in to save Seattle-area hygiene center serving homeless residents
Steves purchased the property to prevent it from closing. Many homeless people had come to depend on the Lynnwood Hygiene Center, which had operated rent-free on the property since 2020.
n.pr
December 22, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Steves purchased the property to prevent it from closing. Many homeless people had come to depend on the Lynnwood Hygiene Center, which had operated rent-free on the property since 2020. n.pr/3MKbmJH
Been dealing with a loved one's death.
Friends are concerned the timing will ruin Xmas for me every year.
On the contrary, I see its proximity as a joyful reminder that He who abolished death was born and I will absolutely see my loved one again.
Merry Xmas to fellow Xtians, Happy Holidays to all.
Friends are concerned the timing will ruin Xmas for me every year.
On the contrary, I see its proximity as a joyful reminder that He who abolished death was born and I will absolutely see my loved one again.
Merry Xmas to fellow Xtians, Happy Holidays to all.
December 22, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Been dealing with a loved one's death.
Friends are concerned the timing will ruin Xmas for me every year.
On the contrary, I see its proximity as a joyful reminder that He who abolished death was born and I will absolutely see my loved one again.
Merry Xmas to fellow Xtians, Happy Holidays to all.
Friends are concerned the timing will ruin Xmas for me every year.
On the contrary, I see its proximity as a joyful reminder that He who abolished death was born and I will absolutely see my loved one again.
Merry Xmas to fellow Xtians, Happy Holidays to all.
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60 Minutes is one of only two documentary-style public affairs programs left on the air. The other is Frontline on PBS, which saw its funding gashed by the Trump admin and Congress. They have a matching donation rn.
www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontli...
www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontli...
FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site | Documentary Series
Watch full episodes of FRONTLINE, the PBS documentary series, and explore news investigations from FRONTLINE's award-winning journalism team.
www.pbs.org
December 21, 2025 at 10:24 PM
60 Minutes is one of only two documentary-style public affairs programs left on the air. The other is Frontline on PBS, which saw its funding gashed by the Trump admin and Congress. They have a matching donation rn.
www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontli...
www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontli...
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Current issue of @theonion.com nails it again.
December 21, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Current issue of @theonion.com nails it again.
Have you resisted? Tell The Guardian your story www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
People in the US: Have you gotten involved in activism or community organizing this year?
If you’ve been motivated to organize, protest or become more involved in politics, we’d like to hear from you
www.theguardian.com
December 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Have you resisted? Tell The Guardian your story www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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SNAP isn't about "people who don't work." It's about people who don't get paid enough to live.
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
October 27, 2025 at 12:48 AM
SNAP isn't about "people who don't work." It's about people who don't get paid enough to live.
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
Of the 40 or so million people who rely on food stamps:
* Two-thirds are children, seniors, or disabled
* Most working-age adults who receive SNAP are employed—but in jobs that pay poverty wages
I'm proud of myself, fixed the dryer - belt snapped so it wasn't turning. Had to order a manual because none of the YouTube vids I found had a setup like mine but learned there was a little access panel on the back that went straight to the pulley. Saving $$ feeds my cheapness gene.
October 27, 2025 at 1:47 AM
I'm proud of myself, fixed the dryer - belt snapped so it wasn't turning. Had to order a manual because none of the YouTube vids I found had a setup like mine but learned there was a little access panel on the back that went straight to the pulley. Saving $$ feeds my cheapness gene.
I once helped two women whose car broke down, and they were living at a dv shelter. They had to screen me before I could drive them home, because they couldn't risk their location being exposed. This violation of privacy by a morally bankrupt administration is sickening.
A recent federal policy change allowing immigration enforcement at domestic violence shelters has also created more barriers for undocumented survivors, who advocates say already deal with abusers threatening to report them to ICE or take their children out of the country as a means of control.
LA's ICE raids are impacting domestic violence shelters
These programs "should be safe sanctuaries—and we can't even guarantee that anymore."
www.motherjones.com
October 25, 2025 at 8:06 PM
I once helped two women whose car broke down, and they were living at a dv shelter. They had to screen me before I could drive them home, because they couldn't risk their location being exposed. This violation of privacy by a morally bankrupt administration is sickening.
Which cinnamon do you prefer? www.eatingwell.com/article/7878...
How to Tell If You’re Using “Real” Cinnamon
Learn the differences between true cinnamon (Ceylon) and cassia.
www.eatingwell.com
October 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Which cinnamon do you prefer? www.eatingwell.com/article/7878...
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A must-read on the silent censorship taking place in the US press.
So much of this is going on in American newsrooms right now, and not just to kowtow to Trump.
Example: Consider how little is being written about the extreme radicalization of Silicon Valley.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
So much of this is going on in American newsrooms right now, and not just to kowtow to Trump.
Example: Consider how little is being written about the extreme radicalization of Silicon Valley.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Opinion | My Bosses Were Afraid of Crossing Trump. So, I Quit.
A veteran journalist opens up on the censorship that he says led to his resignation.
www.politico.com
October 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
A must-read on the silent censorship taking place in the US press.
So much of this is going on in American newsrooms right now, and not just to kowtow to Trump.
Example: Consider how little is being written about the extreme radicalization of Silicon Valley.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
So much of this is going on in American newsrooms right now, and not just to kowtow to Trump.
Example: Consider how little is being written about the extreme radicalization of Silicon Valley.
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
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Got a new winter hat 🦙
October 23, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Got a new winter hat 🦙
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Ah, looks like I just missed your entrance into our world.
Picked him up and moved him into the sun for a bit to finish drying off, after which he flew to the hop vine.
Good luck little buddy!
I have a feeling you're part of the generation ready to make that long migratory journey.
Picked him up and moved him into the sun for a bit to finish drying off, after which he flew to the hop vine.
Good luck little buddy!
I have a feeling you're part of the generation ready to make that long migratory journey.
October 25, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Ah, looks like I just missed your entrance into our world.
Picked him up and moved him into the sun for a bit to finish drying off, after which he flew to the hop vine.
Good luck little buddy!
I have a feeling you're part of the generation ready to make that long migratory journey.
Picked him up and moved him into the sun for a bit to finish drying off, after which he flew to the hop vine.
Good luck little buddy!
I have a feeling you're part of the generation ready to make that long migratory journey.
"But... but... I thought the other countries will pay the tariffs!" www.businessinsider.com/ups-chaos-sh...
The UPS chaos shows tariffs have finally arrived on our doorsteps
Challenges at shipping services such as UPS show how tariffs can be tedious as well as costly for consumers.
www.businessinsider.com
October 25, 2025 at 7:12 PM
"But... but... I thought the other countries will pay the tariffs!" www.businessinsider.com/ups-chaos-sh...
Menopause causes physical changes in the brain www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/stu...
Menopause: Study finds structural brain changes during transition
What happens to the brain during menopause? A new study finds that the brain undergoes structural changes, including the gray and white matter, which may impact memory, thinking, and mood.
www.medicalnewstoday.com
October 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Menopause causes physical changes in the brain www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/stu...
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"Footage of collapsed homes, charred forests, and displaced families is everywhere. Faced with so much upheaval, it’s understandable to ask: What can I do? Does anything I do even matter?"
It, and you, DO matter.
How to work through those feelings and move towards action, via @one5c.bsky.social.
It, and you, DO matter.
How to work through those feelings and move towards action, via @one5c.bsky.social.
What to do when you feel helpless
Here are some tools to stay grounded and take meaningful action when you feel overwhelmed by climate news.
one5c.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
"Footage of collapsed homes, charred forests, and displaced families is everywhere. Faced with so much upheaval, it’s understandable to ask: What can I do? Does anything I do even matter?"
It, and you, DO matter.
How to work through those feelings and move towards action, via @one5c.bsky.social.
It, and you, DO matter.
How to work through those feelings and move towards action, via @one5c.bsky.social.
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Well, this was inevitable. From @404media.co:
"How to disable the light is a common topic of conversation on Reddit, YouTube, and TikTok, with some users promising workarounds. 404 Media traced likely buyers of the modified Meta Ray-Bans to California, North Carolina, Texas, and overseas."
"How to disable the light is a common topic of conversation on Reddit, YouTube, and TikTok, with some users promising workarounds. 404 Media traced likely buyers of the modified Meta Ray-Bans to California, North Carolina, Texas, and overseas."
A $60 Mod to Meta’s Ray-Bans Disables Its Privacy-Protecting Recording Light
Meta’s Ray-Ban glasses usually include an LED that lights up when the user is recording other people. One hobbyist is charging a small fee to disable that light, and has a growing list of customers ar...
www.404media.co
October 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Well, this was inevitable. From @404media.co:
"How to disable the light is a common topic of conversation on Reddit, YouTube, and TikTok, with some users promising workarounds. 404 Media traced likely buyers of the modified Meta Ray-Bans to California, North Carolina, Texas, and overseas."
"How to disable the light is a common topic of conversation on Reddit, YouTube, and TikTok, with some users promising workarounds. 404 Media traced likely buyers of the modified Meta Ray-Bans to California, North Carolina, Texas, and overseas."
This is what I look like when wishing people a sleepy good morning! 🙂↕️
October 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This is what I look like when wishing people a sleepy good morning! 🙂↕️