AP News: Russia jails opposition figure for criticizing its military Associated Press — July 13, 2022 A court in Russia ruled Wednesday to keep a prominent opposition politician in custody pending an investigation and trial over his public criticism of Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. Ilya Yashin is one of the few opposition figures that … Continue reading War Notes: Another Russian War Protester Jailed
NOTE: I saw earlier reports about this event, as well as the questions as to whether it actually happened; rightwing Ohio politicians called it a pro-abortion lie. I didn’t see credible reporting that corroborated it; so I held back on posting about it, to minimize the chance of contributing to mis- or disinformation. But today … Continue reading Breaking: Arrest & Protective Services Corroborate Report of 10 Year-Old Ohio Rape Pregnancy
#1— I went out Wednesday to get some groceries, and when I turned toward the garden, a small yellowish blur flitted past me and landed on a plant nearby. I recognized it, and out came the phone/camera. It was a Skipper butterfly, probably of the “Fiery Skipper” variety. The camera’s zoom lens worked fine. Usually … Continue reading Two Amazing Sights Today!
Art of dissent: How Russians protest the war on Ukraine They risk jail, stigma and fines. But Russian protesters are finding creative ways to get their message out. Washington Post: By Robyn Dixon, Mary Ilyushina and Natalia Abbakumova — July 7, 2022 It was 4 a.m. on Moscow’s second ring road. Early light bathed the empty … Continue reading The Colors of Courage: Underground Russian War Protests:
I have friends who are shocked that I drink bottled water, and have for years. This article explains why. I have lived in this “forever chemical-soaked” region for 20 years. Someday (maybe; not very likely) this toxic horror show will get fixed. In the meantime, I have to drink water every day. I choose stuff … Continue reading This is Why they still call it Cape FEAR . . .