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- 1Audre Lorde quote on self-care resurfaces onlineββ Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare. β β Audre
A widely shared quote by Audre Lorde β "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare" β is circulating again. It comes from her book "A Burst of Light," also known as "The Cancer Chronicles," which she wrote while dying of breast cancer in the late 1980s. Readers cite it as a reminder that self-care was originally framed as survival and resistance, not consumer wellness.
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Veteran Indian actor Arun Govil, best known for playing Lord Rama in the 1980s television series Ramayan, is among the most searched names in India today. No specific new development has been confirmed, but searches and online chatter about him have surged, with fans recalling his iconic role and public appearances.
- 3Blogger Shares Midweek Gratitude Post and Alien PromptβHumpday Hopeful With all the daily blessings the Lord provides I enter this day feeling grateful. Daily writing prompt I
A blogger opened the midweek with a message of gratitude, saying the daily blessings the Lord provides leave her feeling thankful as she starts the day. The post is tied to a daily writing prompt asking readers a playful question: if aliens arrived tomorrow, what would be the first thing you would ask them. Readers are invited to view other responses to the challenge.
- 4Pope Leo XIV laments new attacks on Gaza victimsβΌβHow long, O Lord?β: Pope Leo XIV laments new attacks on Gaza victims
Pope Leo XIV has spoken out about new attacks striking victims in Gaza, crying out 'How long, O Lord?' in a lament over the suffering. The Pope's words express grief and moral anguish over civilians being killed in the war, renewing the Vatican's calls for peace and protection of innocents in the Holy Land.
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Sylvester Stallone has shared details of a physical altercation with Richard Gere during the filming of the 1974 film The Lords of Flatbush. Stallone says tensions between the two actors escalated on set, leading Gere to leave the production and be replaced. The anecdote has drawn renewed attention to the long-rumoured feud between the two Hollywood stars.
- 6Pope Leo XIV Laments New Attacks on Gaza Victimsβ"How long, O Lord?": Pope Leo XIV Laments New Attacks on Gaza Victims
Pope Leo XIV decried fresh attacks striking victims in Gaza, asking "How long, O Lord?" in a public lament over the suffering of civilians. The pontiff's remarks renew the Vatican's repeated appeals for an end to the violence and for humanitarian aid to reach the territory's population.
- 7MCC works closely with ICC on cricket laws, says StewartβΌWe have close relationship with ICC in framing laws: MCC's Fraser Stewart
Fraser Stewart of the Marylebone Cricket Club says the MCC maintains a close working relationship with the International Cricket Council when it comes to framing the laws of the game. The MCC, based at Lord's, remains the custodian of cricket's laws, and his remarks underline how rule changes are shaped jointly with the sport's global governing body.
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A judge in Mexico has ordered the arrest of the businessman known as the 'SeΓ±or de los buques' (Lord of the Ships) on charges of 'huachicol fiscal', large-scale customs and tax fraud. The case is drawing attention amid ongoing scrutiny of smuggling and bribery networks around Mexican ports, with outlets like Vanguardia covering the court order.
- 9Music Fans Share What They Are Listening Toβ#Music #SkyTunes #SkyMusic #MusicSky #BlueskyTunes #BlueskyMusic #Vinyl #mtsrn #MutualMusic Currently listening to... π
Music lovers are using hashtags like #SkyTunes and #MutualMusic to share their current playlists. Recent picks include Todd Rundgren's "Hello It's Me," George Harrison's "My Sweet Lord," The Doors' "Love Her Madly," and The Beatles' "Goodnight," with one listener describing a wind-down routine of earbuds, a lava lamp and incense before sleep.
- 10ROTETRA challenges players with Tetris blocks falling from four sidesβROTETRA is Tetris where the blocks fall from four different sides at once and lord almighty I don't have the brainspace
A Tetris variant called ROTETRA is drawing attention for its punishing twist: blocks fall from four different sides of the board at once, not just the top. Players say the game demands far more mental processing than the classic version, but that it is genuinely fun despite the difficulty. Reaction so far is one of amused disbelief at how hard it is to keep up.
- 11Pope Leo XIV Sends Message to Gaza Priest After Deadly AttackβLeo XIV Sends Message to Gazaβs Only Parish Priest After Deadly Attack: βHow long, Lord?β
Pope Leo XIV has sent a message to the only parish priest in Gaza following a deadly attack there, asking "How long, Lord?" The message conveys the Pope's grief and solidarity with Gaza's small Christian community, which has endured repeated strikes during the conflict. The appeal underscores growing concern over the humanitarian situation and the vulnerability of civilians and religious minorities in the territory.
- 12AI-generated pagan music sparks mockery and angerβUgh. If you use # AI to create # pagan # music you will stand before Lord Odin at your final time and account for your s
A social media user has angrily denounced the use of artificial intelligence to create pagan-themed music, joking that offenders will face judgment from the Norse god Odin and be condemned to be digested by the serpent Nidhogg for eternity. The post, which lumps the practice in with other 'sacrilege', reflects a broader frustration among artists and fans over AI-generated music flooding online platforms.
- 13Lord Archer says knowing when to get out is life's clever trickβ'The clever thing in life is when to get out' - Lord Archer in a final interview https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/cele
Jeffrey Archer, the novelist and former Conservative minister, has given what he describes as a final interview, telling the Evening Standard that 'the clever thing in life is when to get out'. The remarks, discussing his exit from public and political life, come as the 84-year-old reflects on his career and legacy.
- 14Gandalf The Green joke delights fantasy fans onlineβAll hail Gandalf The Green ππ @ reading @ bookstodon @ books @ fantasy @ worldbuilding @ humor@fedigroups.social @ humor
Fantasy readers are sharing a playful joke about "Gandalf The Green", a humorous riff on Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings, echoing the franchise's colour-coded wizard naming convention of Grey and White. The post, tagged for reading, books and humour communities, has drawn likes and amused reactions from the book-loving crowd.
- 15Pope Leo prays for Gaza victims: 'How long, O Lord?'βPope Leo prays for Gaza victims: βHow long, O Lord?β
Pope Leo has publicly prayed for the victims of the war in Gaza, invoking the biblical cry 'How long, O Lord?' during an appeal for peace. The pope's words, reported by Vatican News, renew the Vatican's calls for an end to civilian suffering in the enclave and add a prominent religious voice to mounting international pressure over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.