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Linda Hutchison @machutch.bsky.social · 2h

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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 10h

COVID-19 is “Airborne AIDS”: provocative oversimplification, emerging science, or something in between?

While SARS-CoV-2 doesn’t cause HIV/AIDS, its immune dysfunction, T cell depletion, vulnerability to infections, accelerated aging, and systemic damage echo AIDS-like effects in a broader sense.

COVID-19 is “Airborne AIDS”: provocative oversimplification, emerging science, or something in between?

COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 is often compared to other pandemics for its societal and global health impact, with some commentators drawing parallels to HIV/AIDS due to the immune dysfunction caused ...

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NPR @npr.org · 9h

Israel pressures Hamas to hand over hostage bodies more quickly, testing the ceasefire deal. And, the Supreme Court takes up a major case on that could weaken the Voting Rights Act nationwide. n.pr/47eGibx

Gaza ceasefire deal tested. And, Supreme Court hears case questioning voting rights

Israel pressures Hamas to hand over hostage bodies more quickly, testing the ceasefire deal. And, the Supreme Court takes up a major case on that could weaken the Voting Rights Act nationwide.

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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 9h

A friend kept getting sick. I said it might be repeated COVID infections.
He laughed — “You think everything is COVID”
Then added, “Everyone’s been sick lately — it’s normal now”

That’s not normal. That’s what years of COVID denial have done.

#LongCOVID #COVIDIsNotOver #CleanAir #Masks

a man says he 's in denial in a movie

Alt: a man says he 's in denial in a movie

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NPR @npr.org · 8h

The acknowledgement of covert action in Venezuela comes after the U.S. military in recent weeks has carried out a series of deadly strikes against alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean. n.pr/43dKqqW

Trump confirms the CIA is conducting covert operations inside Venezuela

The acknowledgement of covert action in Venezuela comes after the U.S. military in recent weeks has carried out a series of deadly strikes against alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean.

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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 8h

“COVID is also more likely to make you feel wiped out, like you’ve been hit by a truck, whereas a cold tends to stay in your head and chest”

“COVID, can also spread more easily through the air in tiny particles that linger, especially in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces"

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Do I have Covid or flu? The crucial symptoms you need to know as cases rise.

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Thursday 16 October 2025 06:31 BST

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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 6h

Germany: Corona vaccine in short supply - Infection numbers rise significantly in Hesse.

"COVID-19 virus is not just a respiratory disease. It can affect the entire body... the heart, blood vessels, nervous system, or metabolism. Long-term consequences such as long COVID also remain a serious risk"

Corona vaccine in short supply: Infection numbers rise significantly in Hesse

Stand: October 15, 2025, 3:38 PM
From: Jutta Rippegather

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NPR @npr.org · 6h

The artist and illustrator created iconic posters for movie franchises like Indiana Jones, Star Wars and Back to the Future. n.pr/4n1dfOB

Drew Struzan, artist of iconic movie posters, dies at 78

The artist and illustrator created iconic posters for movie franchises like Indiana Jones, Star Wars and Back to the Future.

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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 6h

Victoria: Mpox cases increase in Melbourne as city warned to get tested

"Cases of mpox are on the rise in Victoria, with the virus spreading locally in Melbourne"

"10 cases have been reported since mid-September, with all but one locally acquired in the metro area"

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Mpox cases increase in Melbourne as city warned to get tested
Cases of a highly contagious disease are on the rise in one major Australian city, with authorities urging doctors to increase rates of testing.

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October 16, 2025 - 3:19PM

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NPR @npr.org · 5h

Scientists are hoping to treat diseases including cancer and Alzheimer's by influencing how cells make life-or-death decisions. n.pr/474R0kF

'Death fold' proteins can make cells self-destruct. Scientists want to control them

Scientists are hoping to treat diseases including cancer and Alzheimer's by influencing how cells make life-or-death decisions.

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NPR @npr.org · 4h

Many soccer fans were excited that the men's World Cup would be coming to the U.S. next year — until they discovered how much FIFA is charging for tickets. n.pr/4hb5owm

'Absolute madness': Soccer fans are outraged over ticket prices for U.S. World Cup

Many soccer fans were excited that the men's World Cup would be coming to the U.S. next year — until they discovered how much FIFA is charging for tickets.

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NPR @npr.org · 4h

For defendants facing criminal charges from the Justice Department, the costs of fighting are enormous and can reverberate for years, according to veteran attorneys. n.pr/3Le2KtN

Targets of Trump's Justice Department must pay up, even if they win

For defendants facing criminal charges from the Justice Department, the costs of fighting are enormous and can reverberate for years, according to veteran attorneys.

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 4h

“.. As far as anyone knows, no security breach by any Pentagon journalists brought about the new restrictions. Indeed, the biggest violation of national-security norms since Hegseth entered the building 10 months ago was by Hegseth himself ..”

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NPR @npr.org · 3h

As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off. n.pr/46UAm8I

Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companies

As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off.

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 3h

#WarRavagedPortland

Tim Dickinson @timdickinson.bsky.social · 10h

Un-presidented brass band at city hall in Portland tonight celebrating the release of their clarinet player from federal custody

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 3h

“It would be funny if it wasn’t so f**king serious.”

(Via @atrupar.com) #Portland
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NPR @npr.org · 3h

With the government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program is no longer writing new policies. It's causing problems for would-be homeowners, but private companies have stepped in to help. n.pr/4nVsj1r

For private flood insurance companies, the government shutdown is good for business

With the government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program is no longer writing new policies. It's causing problems for would-be homeowners, but private companies have stepped in to help.

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 3h

The US move to expand the technology blacklist "surprised Beijing, which thought the countries had reached a truce in their trade war after four rounds of negotiations .."

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China Played Its Strongest Card to Get Trump’s Attention. Will it Work?

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 3h

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 10h

CHICAGO: “Feds chased a car through a residential neighborhood… intentionally crashed into the car.. responded to the crowd by hurling smoke grenades, shooting pepper balls and deploying 3 rounds of tear gas with children & seniors in the area…” chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

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Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social · 9h

In fact, the “Young Republicans”group extends to age 40

There is NOTHING Republicans won’t try to gaslight us about

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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 9h

Mockler: We saw this Nazi group chat which I’m sure you condemn right?

Kolvet: We can talk about it

Mockler: Do you condemn it?

Kolvet: I want to talk about it

Mockler: So, you’re like JD Vance? You won’t condemn this?

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LorennaCleary.bsky.social @lorennacleary.bsky.social · 9h

An emotional minute as the word Democracy melts away in front of the US Capitol Building.

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