#Trump Urges #Congress to ‘Kill’ #VoiceOfAmerica as Its *Leader* Defends Gutting It

In a heated hearing, #KariLake, the Trump [crackpot] ally in charge of the federally funded international broadcasting network, called the #media agency “a rotten piece of fish” that should be defunded.

#law #democracy #FreePress #SoftPower #journalism #independence #censorship #authoritarianism #dictatorship #tyranny #AmericanAutocracy
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/25/us/politics/trump-lake-voice-of-america.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

So, the new UK F35s not only depend on US bombs (which can be turned off by the US), but also are unavailable to be refuelled by the RAF.

Some independent deterrent.

https://www.theregister.com/2025/06/26/uk_f_35a_refuel_hitch/

#F35 #UK #BallsUp #Independence #Fuckwits

"Why are so many women choosing to stay single? Is it hatred… or just exhaustion?
We unpack the real reason modern women are stepping away from relationships with men. If you’ve ever asked “What happened to love?” or “Why are women so angry?” — this one’s for you."—Afrodizjha

Modern Love Is Failing Women And Men Can’t Handle It >

https://youtu.be/RmetrU0k6z0

#video #analysis #relationships #men_frustration #manosphere #misogyny #traditional_wifes #labour #women #self_agency #dickheads #angry_men #incels #never_good #relations #nuclear_family #household #patriarchy #values #cultural_shift #sociology #emotional_labour #mental_load #machism #love #autonomy #project_management #single_women #men_as_a_reward #independence #compromises #marriage #feminism #asocial_networks #skills #reciprocity #violence #resentment

Developing focus and coordination through practical life activities like pouring! This is how independence grows. ✨ #Montessori #PracticalLife #KidsLearning #Independence #FineMotorSkills

Justice #KetanjiBrownJackson’s Declaration of #Independence

The newest #SCOTUS Justice is increasingly willing to condemn the actions of the #conservative majority, even when that means breaking with her #liberal colleagues.

by Ruth Marcus
#law #PartisanCourt #ActivistCourt #Christian #Evangelism #NewApostolicReformation
https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/justice-ketanji-brown-jacksons-declaration-of-independence

Interesting. The attack on Iran stops around 4% pro-Scottish-independence accounts from posting. Even the official SNP account doesn't post 4% of pro-indy posts. Makes you wonder which country the other 90% are based in.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics/pro-independence-social-media-accounts-35452472

#independence #scottishindependence #snp #iran

Today marks the 50th anniversary of Independence for Moçambique (from Portugal).

Born in the 1930s, Marrabenta became the soundtrack of this new era. Its name derives from the Portuguese "rebentar" ("to break"), a reference to the often broken guitar strings, a testament to the precarious conditions of musicians.

Orchestra Marrabenta Star de Mozambique Feat. Dulce - Wene u n'ga yale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-rNTrgf6Ow

#Mozambique #Independence

🇩🇰 #Denmark bravely declares #independence from the tyrannical clutches of Microsoft, and opts for the open-source utopia of #LibreOffice and #Linux. Because nothing screams cutting-edge technology like upgrading to a 90s-looking interface. 🖥️💾
https://digitrendz.blog/newswire/business/15438/denmark-switches-from-microsoft-to-libreoffice-and-linux/ #OpenSource #TechRevolution #HackerNews #ngated

ThreadStone Rox – God Heal Nigeria

https://amf.didiermary.fr/threadstone-rox-god-heal-nigeria/

Pop-Rock from Nigeria.

#altRock #Independence #Nigeria #Soundcloud

The threat is real:
#eu #digitalsovereignty #independence #freedom #futurism
🇪🇺

https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/21/european-leaders-worry-theyre-too-reliant-on-u-s-tech/

We love seeing young travelers put technology to work! This summer, six teens in the Ready! Set! Go! Program (co-directed by Penny Rosenblum and Tina Herzberg, and funded by the South Carolina Commission for the Blind) spent a week exploring independence and building new skills. From tech practice and campus scavenger hunts to learning about paratransit, shopping at Walmart, and even a little self-defense and bowling, the week was packed with adventure.

They used Aira's Walmart Access Offer to navigate and shop independently—then turned their finds into a potluck feast. (We’re only a little jealous that we didn’t get to try Landon’s cupcakes!)

Check out Landon's awesome recap from his experience:

https://bufordstinger.com/2309/landons-light/summer-school/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLEYyRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETF6UlV4aXY5bDFHVmxoakxwAR6OO-sYvrCyBtJvzlUmROmXANxOc79yqYGJOtJ93Szz-tBXy9DaI-IJ8FLgHg_aem_jPJxWDD9i7cHmKazegukOg

#Blind #LowVision #Independence #a11y

There are new reasons to respect Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, for opposing Trump on the Iran War and on the #BigUglyBill.
Trump wrote: "MAGA doesn’t want him":
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-thomas-massie-maga_n_6858beece4b0d509390c286c
#politics #independence #integrity

An interesting thread on the arguments for #independence for #Scotland
https://climatejustice.social/@GeofCox/114731640497142434

Every 24th January, The International #DayOfTheEndangeredLawyer focus attention on #lawyers at risk of #intimidation, #threats, #charges, #imprisonment or attacks on their #independence to represent clients. 30 lawyers’ organizations around the world decided on the #US as the 2026 focus: https://www.lrwc.org/usa-chosen-as-focus-country-for-2026-international-day-of-the-endangered-lawyer/ #RuleOfLaw

🇺🇸 2026: USA
2025: Belarus
2024: Iran
2023: Afghanistan
2022: Colombia
2021: Azerbaijan
2020: Pakistan
2019: Turkey
2018: Egypt
2017: China
2016: Honduras
2015: The Philippines

A quotation from Terry Pratchett

“You’re not one of us.”
“I don’t think I’m one of them, either,” said Brutha. “I’m one of mine.”

Terry Pratchett (1948-2015) English author
Small Gods [Simony] (1992)

Sourcing, notes: wist.info/pratchett-terry/8119…

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #terrypratchett #terrypratchettquote #discworld #ingroup #independence #other #othering #outgroup #usvsthem

Since #trump has not resigned after the last one or been impeached we're coming out again for our #independence from tyrrany on #July4th! 🇺🇸

#NOKINGS 🚫👑

Iqbal shedai is a brutally ignored hero, he single handedly gave a very tough time to the British Raj.
on his way back to Pakistan he chose the middle eastern route. And thats the history.
**Iqbal Shedai:Invitation of Syrian President and Comrades**
#history #independence #unsunghero
https://fruit-chat.com/iqbal-shedai/invitation-of-syrian-presdent-and-my-old-comrades/

On hearing our #indivisible group may not be allowed to march in a local 4th of July parade b/c the organizers don't want "anything political", I can't help remembering this story from 2017:

https://apnews.com/general-news-united-states-government-45c9fd6838a8450a849d95ff7daefa34

#NoKings #freedom #independence

Try these 4th of July side dishes! #food #sidedish #4thofJuly #independence

https://www.upstateramblings.com/independence-day-sides/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub

Posted into The Best Holiday Recipes @the-best-holiday-recipes-Annemjolly