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Ashley Mackenzie @ashmackenzie.bsky.social · Sep 11

Here's the cover art I did for The Poisoned King, Book 2 of Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell, out today! In addition to the cover I also did 30 b+ w interior illustrations.

Many thanks to AD Carol Ly, type design by Jason Carne and additional interior illustrations by Virginia Allyn.

Cover art for The Poisoned King, Book 2 of Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell. Two kids stand back to back holding swords in the silhouette of an immense manticore

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Grant in a poofy jacket @grantthethief.bsky.social · Sep 11

Good morning

A yourcome comment that says “trying to explain parliamentary politics to an American: OK so imagine jar jar binks”

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · Sep 11

From the press conference:

- The shooter "appears to be of college age" and "blended in" with students
- They “have good video footage of this individual”
- Authorities still do not know the shooter's motive
- They have a "footwear impression, a palm print and forearm imprints for analysis"

Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · Sep 11

OREM, Utah (AP) — High-powered, bolt-action rifle recovered from area where suspected Kirk shooter fled, FBI says.

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Blue Heron Farm @blueheronfarm.bsky.social · Aug 5

Listen, y'all -- if you want to drink raw cow milk from a filthy farm, I can't stop you. But for the love of all that's holy, do not give it to fucking children.

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Grant in a poofy jacket @grantthethief.bsky.social · Aug 5

“Everybody on this island is an honorary globetrotter.”

Ethan Bubblegum Tate announcing honorary globetrotter status in Futurama

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Tango @uozlulu.bsky.social · Jul 15

TILT knowing the Black Spot is another name for the Bubonic Plague is apparently not common knowledge #KingofDrag

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Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · Jul 14

New poll of New York City's general election electorate:

Mamdani 40%
Cuomo 24%
Adams 15%
Sliwa 14%

Problem for Mamdani opponents: they don't have very high to go with. See fave ratings:
—Mamdani 49/40
—Cuomo 39/50
—Sliwa 32/50
—Adams 29/70

www.filesforprogress.org/datasets/202...

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FeedMePasta @mercuri0ff.bsky.social · Jul 12

Usagi hug counter: 12!

Sailor Uranus hugging sailor moon from the back, perhaps a lil too tightly.

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Tango @uozlulu.bsky.social · Jul 12

Everyone's changed their interview looks and my faceblind ass is sitting here like "WHO IS THAT?" and the answer is Bosco's blonde now #AllStars10

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Mike Stabile @mikestabile.bsky.social · Jul 10

Starting July 25, Bluesky will require users in the UK to scan their face, upload an ID or verify their identity with a bankcard.

I realize that platforms feel they have no choice but to comply with the government surveillance schemes, but shocking nonetheless.

Bluesky is rolling out age verification in the UK

Bluesky users in the UK can verify their age using their face, ID, or payment card.

www.theverge.com

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Tim Onion @bencollins.bsky.social · Jun 6

Elon threatening to just leave people on the ISS is making a pretty good case for why you nationalize your space program!

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Tango @uozlulu.bsky.social · Jun 6

Wrote a Doctor Who fic as an AU continuation to "The Reality War" Spoilers, naturally. It's gen and rated PG. Also features two Belinda Chandras.

archiveofourown.org/works/66233734

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Emily L. Hauser (she/her) ❌👑 @emilylhauser.bsky.social · Jun 5

Ok gang, nine (9) more sleeps until #NoKings Day - let's start planning!

📣Today's planning activity:

Who will you be going with? Talk with them about it, & invite, or share the information with, at least one more person.

And then! Please enjoy a page of puppies: www.google.com/search?sca_e...

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Nate Piekos of Blambot @blambot.bsky.social · Jun 5

Well, I've finally begun "draft 1" of the article outlining how the dozen original fonts that I designed for MCR's The Black Parade tour were developed... #MyChemicalRomance #typography

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Decolonize Myself @decolonizemyself.bsky.social · Jun 4

jon
@jon_speaks
i don't think straight ppl understand that queer ppl celebrating pride in the US this year are up against a growing crowd whose response is "we will kill you"
pride might be a party to you, or a festival, or whatever, but for queer ppl it's celebrating life in the face of death
12:29 AM 5/25/23 17.6K Views

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Chelsea M. Cameron (she/they) @chel-c-cam.bsky.social · Jun 4

“Fed is best” applies to all humans regardless of age.

Lauren W. @livewildly.bsky.social · Jun 4

I needed to hear this today and I’m guessing someone else does too:

If you’re having trouble eating (for any reason) some food is better than no food.

Cereal, half of a pb&j, baby carrots and ranch, ice cream - any of those is better than no food.

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Catsuka @catsuka.bsky.social · May 31

The HD remastered version of "Marco" anime series, directed by the late Isao Takahata in 1976, will be rebroadcast on TV in Japan from June 1 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Nippon Animation studio.
natalie.mu/comic/news/6...

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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · May 26

Read the transcript of the brilliant ⁦‪⁦‪Mishal Husain’s‬⁩ interview with Elon Musk & see just how annoyed he gets at very simple & basic questions & how he childishly lashes out, & also ask yourself why US media interviewers can’t do interviews like this.

Elon Musk on Political Spending: ‘I Think I’ve Done Enough’

At the Qatar Economic Forum, Elon Musk and Mishal Husain talk about the Tesla backlash, AI regulation and DOGE’s success rate.

www.bloomberg.com

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Unseen Japan @unseenjapan.com · May 26

Does Japan need more garbage cans? Or does it just need fewer trashy tourists? How can the country address the growing problem of rubbish at travel hot spots? We look at some strategies and the data backing them in Tuesday's Unseen Japan Insider. Subscribe now:

buff.ly/30EVorN

One user had complained about the bottles lined up in a bathroom near Fushimi Inari Shrine. Another user shot back that this happened because of the lack of garbage cans at tourist sites. The user said that local businesses should do more to fund the placement of trash cans at popular tourist sites.

The post sparked a sizable debate on our Threads account, with over 200 comments last I looked. The majority of commenters seemed to agree that the current Japanese custom of bringing a bag with you and lugging out your own trash is perfectly fine.

Most opposed installing more garbage cans for tourists' sake. Indeed, increasing the number of trash cans would reverse a trend that started after the Aum Shinrikyō sarin subway attack. Ever since, Japan has been steadily reducing the number of public garbage cans as an anti-terrorism strategy.

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Erin Reed @erininthemorning.com · May 20

Absolutely insane filing. The Trump government is arguing that a law firm is a national security threat because it was part of the lawsuit against the transgender military ban.

We are just STEPS away from Russia-style designating LGBTQ+ orgs "extremist and terrorist organizations"

DOJ Says Susman Godfrey Is National Security Threat... For Giving Money To GLAD - Above the Law

Stupid, but also disturbing.

abovethelaw.com

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Nolan Zugernat @zugernat.bsky.social · Apr 30

Shari Redstone is a greedy, morally vacant old hag.

Michael Mirer @michaelmirer.bsky.social · Apr 30

Paramount sees no need to protect CBS News' reputation because it simply isn't important enough to the bottom line.

CBS owner Paramount reportedly intends to settle Trump’s $20 billion lawsuit

Lawsuit seen as frivolous, but Paramount needs FCC approval for Skydance merger.

arstechnica.com

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Tango @uozlulu.bsky.social · Apr 27

psss pss pss what to do with my Venom/DP3 crossover fic come to me pss pss pss

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Unseen Japan @unseenjapan.com · Apr 27

A 27-year-old university student was rescued from Mt. Fuji over the weekend. Turns out it was his SECOND rescue: the Tokyo resident was attempting to retrieve his smartphone, which he'd lost on a previous hike that resulted in a helicopter lift down.

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Student Rescued From Mt. Fuji Goes Back for Smartphone, Needs Second Rescue - Unseen Japan

The incident highlights the dangers of climbing Mt. Fuji without adequate equipment, preparation, or common sense.

unseen-japan.com

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Girl on the Net @girlonthenet.bsky.social · Apr 22

Yeah can we stop asking politicians ‘what is a woman?’ and start asking them ‘what proof are you insisting women give you before you’ll let them go to the toilet?’

Adam Bienkov @adambienkov.bsky.social · Apr 22

Asked if Keir Starmer still believes that a trans woman is a woman, his spokesman replies "no".

Says that trans women must now use men's bathrooms

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Nolan Zugernat @zugernat.bsky.social · Apr 22

The Trump Administration is objectively pro-cancer

Lupita Nihongo @otsumamiboy.bsky.social · Apr 22

With alt-text

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