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@archeohistories

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An example of erotic depiction that occasionally could be found among funeral items in an Egyptian tomb. Ancient Egyptians had a rich and complex approach to love and sex. Sexuality was seen as a natural and essential part of human life, and it was celebrated in their art, literature and religion. ...

@mattforney

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Legendary YouTuber/podcaster Common Filth (@Common_Filth) passed away recently. His mom posted about it on her Instagram page. I know Common Filth's real name from a private interaction some years ago, so I can confirm it's him. I never met CF in person, but I've known him online for a decade. He w...

@aus_pill

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I checked and it’s real > Chinese guy is denied a visa > has to leave Australia > he’s really mad > throws hot coffee on a baby > White baby is seriously burnt > Chinese guy evades police > manages to flee to China > police were slow to release his identity, enabling his escape > they were tryin...

@Houseofyogi

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No Kings explained for people who think they're fighting fascism. You're standing in a crowd on Saturday. You look around and think yeah. No Kings. This is what democracy looks like. Bro. You're holding a sign made by a communist billionaire who lives in Shanghai. You live in a constitutional re...

@FmrRepMTG

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The new leader of Syria is a former Al Qaeda terrorist wanted by our government who is meeting with President Trump today at the White House on the U.S. Marine’s 250th anniversary. He rose to power in Dec 2024, sanctions were lifted off Syria in June, and many Christians and minority groups have be...

@tzimmer_history

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This week, I asked my readers for feedback and what they’re looking for from political writers. Their responses tell of a pervasive sense of exasperation with politics, the search for ways out of this mess, and the longing for optimism amidst the chaos. <a target="_blank" href="https://steady.pag...

@JohannKurtz

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In the last 24 hours, Musk has attempted a coup against Trump. It has failed, and will continue to fail. Every aspect of this power-play has been ill-conceived and poorly executed. There are lessons. 🧵on Machiavelli, wealth, and power: ...

@callmeb6104

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// omegaverse wait no listen beta WWX meeting omega LWJ and thinks that LWJ is only friends with him bcs apparently for LWJ he smells good?? which is a huge compliment coming from an omega....