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Designer & Researcher working in construction software. 🌍 Nature lover, Metallica nut, curious science fan and light pollution hater. 🇯🇵 日本語. #EthicalDesign #UXresearch #AFOL
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Well, duh!! Defund the research and drive away the scientists, and WHAT DO YOU EXPECT?? 🤬

(This is seriously one of the most damaging results of the current administration.)

#science #publichealth #research #China

Guilty until proven innocent: shoppers falsely identified by facial recognition system struggle to clear their names
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/may/03/guilty-until-proven-innocent-shoppers-falsely-identified-by-facial-recognition-struggle-to-clear-their-name
Guilty until proven innocent: shoppers falsely identified by facial recognition system struggle to clear their names

People shamed and ordered to leave shops after being misidentified then ‘given no help’ to investigate verdicts

The Guardian

@lyonsinbeta @andycarolan Pyrex with a capital P is better apparently, not the newer pyrex lower case branding. I’m not sure how much that affects us in UK/European market as I’m still using my old Pyrex anyway (and it’s great). https://www.simplyrecipes.com/pyrex-vs-pyrex-expert-11864826

I also use these silicone bags which are high quality and durable: https://www.stasherbag.com/?view=sl-27427215

And a single 30 second snap with the Nikon D750 and Sigma lens at 70mm f/4.

Over the next few days, the comet is going to move up and pass just to the left of Orions sword. Fingers crossed it’ll be clear on d-day!

#astrophotography #space #Astrodon #c2025r3

@michabbb It is, I’m really enjoying it! Especially Steve Carell and John C McGinley together, they’re great.
Please enjoy this delightful party dinosaur from my friend’s house 😁🦖 #Dinosaur
@jkottke He is an idiot in this regard. Sadly, some people will listen to that and believe it. Oh dear indeed.

RE: https://mastodon.social/@fesshole/116159545798045555

I have the same issue with another provider, as the .com version of an email seems to route to mine. I have told the provider, to no avail. I occasionally get holiday bookings and all sorts for the other person who is in the USA. But I’m not an arsehole so I leave it be, and just delete the email without interfering in their life.

Advice from RSPCA:

Most hedgehogs have their babies in the summer, but you may start to spot early arrivals now. If a hoglet is larger than an apple, they're usually able to fend for themselves, but here's what to look out for.

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/wildlife/hedgehogs/injured

#wildlife #hedgehogs

Found a Sick or Injured Hedgehog? - RSPCA - rspca.org.uk

Worried about an injured hedgehog? Discover the key signs of a sick hedgehog or hoglet and what steps to take to ensure they receive the right care.

RSPCA

Shifting baseline syndrome ( #SBS ) is what happens when we forget how vibrant the natural world used to be. Each generation grows up with a more depleted environment and calls it “normal,” simply because it’s all they’ve ever known.

Researchers warn that this shift lowers our expectations, increases our tolerance for decline, and reduces our urgency to protect what’s left.

#climatechange #climate #timeisup #theworstisyettocome