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from48 hills
18 hours ago

Melding real with absurd, Tamera Avery's paintings grapple with the world's decay - 48 hills

"It is important to me to have a connection with my subjects. The connection helps me to intuitively move through the process. I combine these photographs with found images to create an initial collage and then I sit with it for months, or years, changing and manipulating it over time."
Artificial intelligence
#community
#real-estate
#latino-community
#mental-health
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Hate crime or neighborhood feud? Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

Joss's death highlights the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities, including mental health crises and systemic issues.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Hate crime or neighborhood feud? Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

Joss's death highlights the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities, including mental health crises and systemic issues.
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

We Have One Rule in Our Kitchen. It's the Secret to Our Successful Marriage.

My husband and I have spent 40-plus years avoiding each other's food deal breakers. He only cooks bacon outdoors on the grill or when I'm not home, and I cook Brussels sprouts when he's not home.
Relationships
#comedy
#economy
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | Artificial intelligence, Trump and the Future: 13 Gen Z-ers Discuss

Young people are feeling uncertain and concerned about their future amid economic challenges and systemic changes in society.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | Artificial intelligence, Trump and the Future: 13 Gen Z-ers Discuss

Young people are feeling uncertain and concerned about their future amid economic challenges and systemic changes in society.
#san-francisco
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 88 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'There are some positive happenings on 16th and Mission'

Local resources are misallocated towards a mobile unit rather than street cleaning and infrastructure.
Community efforts, such as churches providing food, are vital yet underreported.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 88 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'There are some positive happenings on 16th and Mission'

Local resources are misallocated towards a mobile unit rather than street cleaning and infrastructure.
Community efforts, such as churches providing food, are vital yet underreported.
#inequality
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Fetterman Complains He's Missing Beach Vacation Over Vote for Bill Projected to Kill Thousands

"I'm gonna vote no, there's no drama, we know the votes are going to go."
US politics
#pride
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Nearly 800,000 disabled children stand to lose out from Labour welfare reform

Your support makes all the difference. Nearly 800,000 disabled children face losing their health-related benefits as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirms...
Canada news
#protests
fromIndependent
1 week ago
US news

Julia Molony: If only Jeff Bezos had consulted Kate Middleton before his 'obscene' Venice wedding blowout

fromIndependent
1 week ago
US news

Julia Molony: If only Jeff Bezos had consulted Kate Middleton before his 'obscene' Venice wedding blowout

#criminal-justice-reform
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Researchers say the true cost of prisons and jails is higher than many realize

The financial burden of having an incarcerated family member deeply impacts families, especially marginalized communities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Researchers say the true cost of prisons and jails is higher than many realize

The financial burden of having an incarcerated family member deeply impacts families, especially marginalized communities.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Capital awash with colour as Taoiseach leads Pride parade

In Croatia, Pride isn't something that has a lot of public support. The government support it in a way because it has to but there is not much visibility from private companies and very limited support from celebrities. So when I hear people say 'pride has become very commercialised', I disagree. I thought it was remarkable that so many big companies had come out in support of pride here.
LGBT
#journalism
#community-support
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Newly-opened Oakland LGBTQ+ community center already in danger of closing amid federal funding cuts

The Oakland LGBTQ+ Community Center fights to stay open amid funding cuts and staff layoffs while celebrating its new East Oakland location.
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Newly-opened Oakland LGBTQ+ community center already in danger of closing amid federal funding cuts

The Oakland LGBTQ+ Community Center fights to stay open amid funding cuts and staff layoffs while celebrating its new East Oakland location.
#art
Arts
fromDocumentjournal
1 month ago

At The School, 'General Conditions' is both a mirror and an antidote

Art continues to be a vital expression even amid global turmoil, reflecting artists' responses to contemporary struggles.
fromColossal
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

In a Baltimore Exhibition, the Transformative Potential of Today's Griots Emerges

Arts
fromDocumentjournal
1 month ago

At The School, 'General Conditions' is both a mirror and an antidote

Art continues to be a vital expression even amid global turmoil, reflecting artists' responses to contemporary struggles.
fromColossal
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

In a Baltimore Exhibition, the Transformative Potential of Today's Griots Emerges

fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Lyin' Tamer?

The Nation exposes the administration's unchecked and reckless abuses of power through clear-eyed, uncompromising independent journalism.
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

RTE's Joe Duffy plays down rumours of presidential bid before hosting final Liveline show today

"It's the voices on Liveline. The less I talk the better, I find. The voices of the callers and it's a privilege."
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Thailand moves to re-criminalise cannabis in blow to $1bn industry

The latest move to restrict cannabis use comes amid wider political turmoil in Thailand. Last week the Bhumjaithai Party withdrew from the government's ruling coalition due to its mishandling of a border conflict with Cambodia.
Cannabis
#politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

Madam Chair, right now, it's not your time," Stansbury interjected, highlighting the tensions in the room and the struggle for proper procedure amidst the chaos
SF politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

7 Questions With Mayoral Candidate Dr. Selma Bartholomew

I am running for mayor because it's time to Win Our Children and City Back. We need courageous leadership to speak truth and address... the unchecked spread of weed and drug culture harming our youth.
NYC politics
#los-angeles-dodgers
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

A Flashy New Show About 1930s Britain Has Messy Aristocrats, Champagne Bashes, and a Woman Stalking Hitler. Did All That Actually Happen?

The Mitford sisters, showcasing aristocratic eccentricity and political diversity from communism to Nazism, reflect the societal divides of their era, much like today's celebrity culture.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

The whiplash of covering Summer Game Fest 2025 in LA

But while I was comfortably ensconced in a happy bubble, the escalating conflict between demonstrators protesting against immigration raids and the Los Angeles Police Department cast a dark and soul-shaking pall that could not be ignored.
Video games
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

Tribeca Film Festival 2025: The Narrative Features | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The documentary section of this year's Tribeca Film Festival often dominated, but significant narrative features emerged, including award-winning films that challenge societal norms.
Independent films
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

In Germany, discrimination is on the rise DW 06/03/2025

Discrimination, especially racism, is an escalating issue in Germany, prompting growing reports and complaints to the Anti-Discrimination Agency.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

In Germany, discrimination is on the rise DW 06/03/2025

Discrimination, especially racism, is an escalating issue in Germany, prompting growing reports and complaints to the Anti-Discrimination Agency.
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

The London Buzz - 17th June 2025

The new housing block in west London will be the first in the UK to provide homes exclusively for women, showcasing a unique approach to housing needs.
London politics
#gender-recognition-act
#immigration
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance

Teaching children essential life skills like cooking can empower them and counteract feelings of helplessness in uncertain times.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance

Teaching children essential life skills like cooking can empower them and counteract feelings of helplessness in uncertain times.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Teenage riot accused's mother says son is 'not racist' and Ballymena protests 'are not racist either'

The mother of Michael Elliott, accused of rioting in Ballymena, argues that the violence is not racially motivated, emphasizing community concerns over political neglect.
Black Lives Matter
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Real feel of over 140F: Why it's hotter in Rio's favelas

According to the Municipal Health Department, more than 3,000 people required medical attention for dehydration, heatstroke, and other health problems due to the heat alert.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

South African woman's murder prompts anger at country's high level of femicide

Cameron Kasambala stated, 'Women die no matter what they do... It's rooted in our violent history and exacerbated by poverty and substance abuse.'
Black Lives Matter
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

What's Going On With Olivia Munn and Ms. Rachel?

Munn expressed regret that her comments about children's shows were taken out of context, leading to significant backlash and threats against her family.
Parenting
#civic-engagement
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

No Kings' Protests Set to Rabble-Rouse In SF and Nationwide Saturday During Trump's Military Parade

Nationwide protests against Trump coincide with his planned $45 million military parade, reflecting significant public dissent.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago
Education

Bridging the gap between classroom and community - Harvard Gazette

67 Harvard seniors graduated with Civic Engagement certificates, showcasing their commitment to social issues through hands-on community work.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

No Kings' Protests Set to Rabble-Rouse In SF and Nationwide Saturday During Trump's Military Parade

Nationwide protests against Trump coincide with his planned $45 million military parade, reflecting significant public dissent.
Berlin music
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Bach's St. John Passion in queer and Arabian versions DW 06/11/2025

"QueerPassion" reimagines Bach's St. John Passion to highlight queer experiences and suffering, paralleling contemporary societal issues.
#homelessness
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

San Jose Council Approves Mahan's Shelter Enforcement Plan | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

San Jose Council Approves Mahan's Shelter Enforcement Plan | KQED

Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

In Spain, a chat on the doorstep is a custom worth preserving in the digital age | Maria Ramirez

No new ban on older women sitting outdoors exists; the police urged respect for public space instead.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
Portland food

Playwright Lynn Nottage pores over loss of jobs, identity in Sweat'

The play Sweat explores the impact of job loss and racial tensions in working-class communities.
#parenting
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: How much California government and taxes have exploded under Democrats' control

California's governance reflects a shift to Democratic dominance, yet social and economic issues persist despite increased funding.
#berkeley
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Downtown parking garage eyed for pickleball court, UC professors sue Trump over lost funding

Berkeley is experiencing a mix of cultural, legal, and social developments, highlighting both community initiatives and ongoing challenges.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

When will I feel at home?': 3 undocumented Cal students reflect on toll of living in DACA limbo

Berkeleyside seeks personal narratives to deepen understanding of community issues in Berkeley.
#tyler-perry
fromianVisits
1 month ago

From tactile paving to white canes: How activism shaped everyday accessibility

The V&A Museum's exhibition challenges perceptions of everyday objects, focusing on their accessibility for people with disabilities.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Squatters take over Mayfair club were A-listers Lindsay Lohan, Pippa Middleton and Jodie Kidd once partied

The building, once an elite members' club frequented by celebrities, has devolved into a derelict squat, attracting antisocial behavior and neglect.
London politics
#pride-month
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: Big Beautiful Rifts, Condoleezza Rice has Re-Entered the Chat, and the Importance of Tipping in Cash

fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: Big Beautiful Rifts, Condoleezza Rice has Re-Entered the Chat, and the Importance of Tipping in Cash

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Our European Vacation House is Already Bringing Major Drama. We Haven't Even Moved In!

I, on the other hand, keep thinking about the many friends and family members I have who live paycheck to paycheck. Facing the reality of this administration could mean losing food support or health coverage.
Parenting
fromVanity Fair
1 month ago

Tribeca Goes All In With Docs On Gloria Steinem, Barbara Walters, and Andy Kaufman

Tribeca Film Festival has established itself as a leading platform for documentaries, emphasizing social issues and community representation.
Independent films
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

French venues are in hot water for banning kids. Is adult-only a luxury or a necessity?

A proposed bill in France seeks to outlaw the exclusion of children from hospitality venues, addressing societal attitudes toward children.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Blind date: I would have liked more swooning on her part!'

My date had the look of someone who might run a small independent bookshop in Berlin, attracting creativity and passion around social issues.
London food
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