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Santa Maria Beach in Havana, Cuba - Sarah L. Voisin

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Havana in 1983 photographed by Fred W. McDarrah

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The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday issued a ban on 25 books, including works by several prominent authors, citing concerns over national security and public order.

The government has mandated the seizure of these books, claiming they spread misleading narratives, endorse terrorism, and encourage secessionism in the Union Territory.

Among the authors whose works have been banned are renowned Islamic scholar Syed Abul A’la Maududi, veteran academic and constitutional expert AG Noorani, acclaimed writer and activist Arundhati Roy, political scientist Sumantra Bose, historians Ayesha Jalal and Sugatha Bose, and Kashmiri academics and writers Hafsa Kanjwal, Ather Zia, and Essar Batool.

Officials stated that the decision was made after a thorough review of the content, which was deemed “objectionable” and “potentially harmful to public peace and national unity.”

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While brainstorming my piece for @creatingblackcharacters 's Melanin Beam Challenge (which I'm still finishing up), I realized that I've never drawn Louis de Pointe du Lac, and had to correct that.

(Pose based heavily on an old photo of Eartha Kitt, who Jacob Anderson has cited as an influence on how he portrays Louis. I can see it.)

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hi everyone it's aster (transfem who fled abusive family in june & moved to another city) & my circumstances (out of work, technically homeless, no income) have failed to change since i made my last post. it is also looking likely that if i do find a place to live i'll have to lay down months worth of rent to compensate for my lack of guarantors, which will be a big dent in my savings that are also doubling as money for food + living expenses until i get a job. any help is appreciated <3

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ID: written under the subheading ‘Description’ on a Wiki page: ‘Miffy is a little girl rabbit. She likes to draw. She also likes to play with her friends.’

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some of you could learn a thing or two

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please please don't abandon gaza and palestine and continue to care about them as we have the power to actually do something to help those affected by the genocide.

conditions are worsening and prices have been rising continuously for 22 months and will continue to rise for as long as the blockade lasts.

children are malnourished and have been out of school for nearly two years, they're being incredibly brave living through an active genocide where conditions are worsening with every passing day.

i urge all of you to donate to my friend and her young children. her tent was bombed and she has no shelter. please have some heart and help her and her children survive. her fundraiser is verified.

donate here

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Dear friends,

My name is Ahmad , and I am a 14-year-old resident of Khan Younis, within the Gaza Strip. I am reaching out to you in hopes of bringing aid to my family and others in our community during these incredibly challenging times. We are deeply humbled by the generosity and support of those who have already contributed, and words cannot fully convey our gratitude for the hope you have given us in moments when despair feels overwhelming.

My goal is to raise $20,000 to help cover the urgent needs of my family and secure essential supplies for others in our community. The funds will be used to provide for my father, (50 years), my mother, (42 years), my sister (16 years), and various families who are suffering from the crisis.

As winter approaches, we are in desperate need of shelter, warm clothing, food, clean water, and medical supplies. Tents and winter supplies are critical for survival, especially for families with young children and the elderly.

The cost of daily necessities has skyrocketed, and our limited resources are quickly depleting. Access to even the most basic items is increasingly restricted, leaving us to struggle against mounting prices and a scarcity of goods. The recent escalation at Rafah Crossing last May has compounded these challenges, making essential goods prohibitively expensive. Additionally, my father, who was the breadwinner of our family, has lost his job, leaving us in an incredibly fragile situation.

The funds raised will be allocated as follows:

* Purchasing tents and winter supplies for families in need, including my own

* Providing food and clean water for those who are struggling

* Covering basic life necessities such as medical supplies and warm clothing for my family and others in need

We plan to distribute these supplies directly to families in our community, ensuring that your generous donations reach those who require assistance the most.

Thank you for your patience, compassion, and unwavering humanity. Your support means the world to us, providing a glimmer of hope as we brace ourselves against these relentless hardships. Your kindness has become a beacon of light, helping us face the harsh reality of our daily lives.

With heartfelt appreciation.

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AMAARAE ⭐️ BLACK STAR ALBUM - OUT NOW 🇬🇭

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Amaarae - Girlie-Pop!

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that tag game made me discover there’s a new amaarae album my day just turned so beautiful :’)

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tagged by my darling @kubo to spell your url with songs :-)

v - verdansk, dave 4 - 4eva, shygirl m - montego bae, noname & ravyn lenae p - pussycat doll, flo milli g - girls in the hood, megan thee stallion r - running out of time, tyler the creator r - rumours, ivorian doll l - lovers rock, sade

tagging @watermotif @terrifique @spiderden @dlsintegration and anyone else who wants to do it ^_^

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Collective farmers, USSR, 1929 (via here)

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AMC's Interview with the Vampire (2022), Season 1 Episode 1 | Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt

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— REBECCA (1940) | dir. by Alfred Hitchcock