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Massimo
@Rainmaker1973
Engineer. Selecting and curating pictures and videos trying to awaken your sense of wonder since 2014. Science, tech, art, weather, space, the unusual around us
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This is how deep and scary the ocean really is [🎞️ life_laps_official]
Last one. I've been working on this account for 12 years, trying to make it the most original one and many people, lots of them, stars, celebrities among them, recognized it. I tried to put EVERYTHING in my damn account, what's curious, what's interesting, intellectually stimulating. In it, you found long, short posts, essays, articles, captivating videos, curious images, artistic photos, anniversaries, whatever. I really can't see why X has only tried to HUMILIATE me. First with a public execution, then with this. Among the thousands of garbage accounts, they chose mine to show what's not good, ignoring all the story behind, the work done to discover, learn share, the hours spent on this platform with the fucking disease I've got, the transplant, the fucking problems I've faced. Essays for subscribers, 2 dozens a day, now, articles ignored by the big traffic, people coming to see my account, copying and making more money because no Soviet Nikitas were after them. Hours spent to try to be real, a human... As I said, what pushed me on was still the desire the learn, be curious, try not reduce life to the pure invented routine it is and share what I found with others. It worked. It works. I only can't see WHY THIS, AGAINST ME, ALL THE TIME. I don't have any other places to go, now. Maybe in the future. Except my future is 2 weeks, sometimes 1. Thanks. Really. THANKS for all this SH1T this year.
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New York has become the pioneering U.S. state in curbing the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, commonly known as neonics. Governor Kathy Hochul enacted the Birds and Bees Protection Act, the nation's first legislation specifically targeting neonic-treated crop seeds—primarily for corn, soybeans, and wheat. These systemic insecticides coat seeds so that as the plant develops, the chemical permeates its tissues, including pollen and nectar, posing risks to pollinators and beyond. Scientific studies have associated neonic exposure with serious harm to bees, including disrupted navigation, lower reproductive success, and higher death rates. The pesticides have also been implicated in population drops among insect-dependent bird species, such as the Eastern Meadowlark and Tree Swallow, which rely on plentiful insects to feed their young during breeding seasons. The New York law carves out exemptions for genuine environmental emergencies and allows farmers to seek waivers by documenting necessity, completing integrated pest management (IPM) training, and meeting other requirements. Originally set for earlier rollout, the ban on neonic-treated seeds was delayed until January 1, 2029, to give researchers and growers time to identify viable alternatives and ease the agricultural transition. (Certain restrictions on outdoor ornamental and turf uses began phasing in earlier, with key limits effective by late 2024 and 2026.) Vermont quickly followed suit. As of July 1, 2025, outdoor applications of neonics on crops and ornamental plants are prohibited in the state. A broader prohibition on most neonic-treated seeds (for soybeans and cereal grains) is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2029, aligning closely with New York's timeline. Exemptions and best management practices are also part of Vermont's framework. Elsewhere, places like Quebec have dramatically reduced neonic usage without major widespread impacts on crop yields, demonstrating that large-scale shifts are feasible—though they come with practical hurdles and the need for support. New York established the landmark precedent; Vermont strengthened the momentum. Together, these steps highlight an emerging trend among states: prioritizing the safeguarding of pollinators, birds, and broader ecosystems while working to maintain productive agriculture.
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The Pacific Ocean on August 2, 2026, as seen from the space station; photo taken from the dome with an iPhone. In the background, typhoon Dolphin. [📸 Astronaut Anil Menon]
Fun fact. Anemones will eat anything they can reach… Including sea gulls.
Two capybaras were spotted wandering into a government building in Brazil while politicians prepared for a vote. Staff had to guide them back outside, where a third capybara was waiting.
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Did you know? The US Army created and maintains this fictional universe under the name DATE World, which stands for Decisive Action Training Environment. This comprehensive training framework provides a complete geopolitical landscape that replaces real-world nations with fictional equivalents. By using fake countries, the military can simulate complex international conflicts without causing diplomatic incidents or exposing sensitive intelligence strategies. The depth of worldbuilding in DATE World is extensive and covers multiple global regions. Each fictional nation features a massive backstory including detailed historical timelines, economic data, cultural identities, and specific religious practices. For example, a massive northern nuclear power named Donovia acts as a proxy for Russia, while a Middle Eastern country named Ariana represents Iran. Other nations like Atropia, Gorgas, and Limaria mimic the complex regional dynamics of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia. To make simulations realistic, the military updates this universe using a framework that scores every nation across politics, military, economics, society, information, infrastructure, physical environment, and time. In physical training centers like the National Training Center in the California desert, the Army builds entire towns based on this lore. Contractors and actors live in these simulated villages for weeks, playing the roles of local mayors, journalists, civilians, and insurgent fighters to completely immerse soldiers in the fictional setting.
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Greek Buddhists existed centuries before Buddhism reached China. This historical phenomenon is known as Greco-Buddhism. It emerged after Alexander the Great conquered parts of Central Asia and India in the fourth century BC. The primary hub of this cultural synthesis was Gandhara, a region spanning modern Pakistan and Afghanistan. Greco-Buddhism flourished from the third century BC, while Buddhism did not firmly enter China until the first century AD during the Han dynasty. The Edicts of Ashoka provide early proof of this connection. Written partly in Greek, these rock inscriptions confirm that Greek populations under the Mauryan Empire embraced Buddhism. Additionally, a Greek monk named Dharmaraksita was recorded as an influential Buddhist missionary during the third century BC. Another milestone was the reign of the Indo-Greek King Menander I in the second century BC. His philosophical debates with the Buddhist sage Nagasena were recorded in the famous text Milinda Panha. The Standing Buddha of Gandhara perfectly illustrates this artistic fusion. The statue blends Greek Hellenistic aesthetics with traditional Indian iconography. The facial features closely resemble the Greek god Apollo, and the hair is styled in realistic waves. Furthermore, the Buddha wears a heavy drape modeled after the Greek toga or himation rather than thin Indian robes.
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This account was demonetized and severely deboosted as never before while all the other ‘aggregators’ happily upload being monetized. If you want to avoid me leaving this platform, please support: - subscribe for $2/month, or - make a donation at the Paypal link
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Pencil sketching different finishes on the same cylinder outline [📝 Zhao Wenchao on Douyin]
An 18-year-old has broken the Guinness World Record to become the youngest college professor ever. Nathan Thomas started college at 10 and earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees by 18.
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Kindness can come from the most unexpected places
How to go straight from dinner to cake. [📹 josephsmachines]
Nepenthes is a genus of carnivorous plants, also known as tropical pitcher plants, also known as monkey cups because animals drink the liquid inside.
Alpha baboon saves his troop from a leopard attack.
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First photos in history of a human egg emerging from an ovary.
Candle wax is flammable as a vapor, so a candle can be relit by igniting the smoke trail of a recently blown out candle, which contains wax vapor.
More couples need to do this [📹 mrs_big_irish_tim]
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I told you Bigfoot is re.... Oh.