Ramsey Zimmerman
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Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito says it's time for a "revolution," says some people would die, but "the rest of us" would survive.
"They can't take us all down. If the whole world showed up... in Washington, they'll kill a 500, 50 million or however..."
"But the rest of us would survive... This is the time for a revolution."
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@archeohistories Not the strong people and beautiful teepees of the movies but the reality was, they were barely making it
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In 1871, photographer William Henry Jackson captured a powerful image of a Bannock Tribe family group in the Idaho Territory. The Bannock people, originally from the Great Basin region, were known for their nomadic lifestyle, hunting, and fishing, relying heavily on the natural resources of the land. This photograph offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of the Bannock people, who, like many Native American tribes, were facing significant changes due to increasing contact with settlers and the pressures of westward expansion.
The family in the photograph exemplifies the close-knit nature of the Bannock community, where survival and well-being were often dependent on cooperation and the sharing of resources. The attire worn by the individuals, which would have included garments made from animal hides and adorned with beadwork, reflects the rich cultural traditions of the tribe. These elements not only served practical purposes but also held symbolic significance, telling stories of heritage, identity, and spiritual connection to the land.
William Henry Jackson’s photograph is a poignant reminder of the indigenous cultures that inhabited the American West long before the arrival of settlers. It highlights both the resilience and beauty of the Bannock people, whose way of life was in the process of being profoundly disrupted. Today, such images are invaluable, preserving the legacy of the Bannock Tribe and other Native American communities, ensuring that their stories are remembered and honored.
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@archeohistories I believe it’s last 10 miles of the Pacific Railroad were laid in one hour and only eight men are given credit and named although truly it was an army of 12,000 Chinese. I believe I think there’s a project but I don’t think any other names or writings wherever recorded
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Around 1900s, a striking photograph was taken in Bengal, British India, showing a Sikkimese (Bhutia) woman carrying a European man in a large wicker basket strapped to her back... The image offers a rare glimpse into the interactions between Europeans and local populations during the colonial era.
According to photo sources, the image was taken in the hilly regions of West Bengal, British-India (likely Sikkim or nearby Himalayan foothills area). The woman is a local Bhutia porter wearing traditional patterned attire and going barefoot, which was typical for hill people skilled at navigating steep, rugged mountain paths where roads, vehicles, or standard palanquins weren’t practical. The man is a French (some source said Greek) merchant associated with Ralli Brothers, a Greek-owned jute trading company based in Manchester with operations in Calcutta). He’s dressed in period Western clothing: a suit, dress shoes, and a boater (straw) hat, with a mustache.
Local porters (often called “coolies” or using “doko”-style or similar burden baskets) in the Himalayan foothills and Northeast hill regions were renowned for extraordinary strength. They routinely carried heavy loads—goods, people, or supplies—using forehead straps and back baskets over difficult terrain. This photo appears to capture a demonstration of that strength or a lighthearted/touristy moment rather than routine forced labor (baskets were mainly for goods, not passengers). Similar scenes exist from the era in places like Darjeeling, Sikkim, or Assam hills.
In recent years, this photo went viral on social media tittled as 'The Face of Colonialism in India' as "A Sikkimese woman carrying a British man on her back, West Bengal, India, circa 1900 or A Bengali woman carrying her British ‘master’ during British colonial rule in 1903 India.", in others there’s even a claim of the man being an officer. This photo gets quite a bit of attention whenever it is shared, at first sight it appears to be a typical example of colonialist oppression; a poor native woman being forced to carry her British master. During this time, the British Empire had a significant presence in India, with regions like West Bengal attracting many Westerners. These travelers often interacted with locals, resulting in photographs that contrasted Western and indigenous ways of life. According to John Kelly PHD, the photo does not show a British coloniser forcing a Bengali woman to carry him at all, but that what we see is actually a local woman willingly demonstrating her strength to a French colonial administrator of French Indochina called François Pierre Rodier during his visit to Myanmar (Burma) after he had mentioned how impressed he was by her being able to carry such heavy loads.
However, the story of this being a typical depiction of colonial oppression of women being forced to carry their masters is unfounded in this case, as she is not carrying her British or French master. There is no evidence that she is being forced or coerced to carry the man but there is also no proof that she is doing this voluntarily or as part of an innocent demonstration. The carriers from that region were indeed known for their strength and ability to carry heavy loads, these baskets meant to carry heavy loads and sometimes or rarely used to transport humans whenever the ground conditions due to weather not suitable for journey. But this photograph still debatable among the scholars and researchers.
In the end, this photo highlights the unusual representation, complexities and contradictions of colonial relationships.
© Reddit
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Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early the following morning, though the charge was not clear, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s office website. apnews.com/article/britne…
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Lesser-known monument of Darius I as Pharaoh of Egypt
Darius I as Pharaoh of Egypt, carved in Egyptian stonework but wearing Persian royal dress.
Found at Susa (Shush) in 1972, it carries Egyptian hieroglyphs plus trilingual cuneiform (Old Persian, Elamite, Babylonian).
One inscription states it was made in Egypt by Darius’s order so future viewers would know the Persians ruled Egypt.
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@ICEofTikTok I can explain it your father was a criminal. He’s snuck into a country illegally.
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@RightPulseNewss Great video the bigger they are the harder they fall. This is a W for the little guy.
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Belgium’s Prime Minister says Russia will not be defeated — frozen assets will have to be returned to the Kremlin
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever told La Libre that talk of Russia’s defeat is “a fairy tale and a complete illusion.” According to him, no one in the West seriously believes in a scenario where Moscow suffers a strategic failure.
He added that the frozen Russian assets will eventually have to be returned to the Kremlin.

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@Variety I wonder how much she paid variety magazine to paint him favorably in all his loser supporters
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Kevin Spacey says he is homeless and "living in hotels and Airbnbs." He's just waiting for Hollywood to welcome him back.
“We are in touch with some extremely powerful people who want to put me back to work. And that will happen in its right time. But I will also say what I think the industry seems to be waiting for is to be given permission — by someone who is in some position of enormous respect and authority. So, my feeling is if Martin Scorsese or Quentin Tarantino call [my manager, Evan Lowenstein] tomorrow, it will be over. I will be incredibly honored and delighted when that level of talent picks up the phone,” Spacey told The Telegraph.
Read more here: variety.com/2025/film/news…

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🚨 JD Vance just claimed that when settlers arrived in the New World, they “found widespread child sacrifice,” adding that “Christian civilization ended the practice.”
Archaeologists, including those specializing in North American history, are calling this a flat-out lie. There is no evidence of widespread child sacrifice among First Nations.
To say that about Indigenous people is historically false, deeply racist, and disgustingly revisionist.
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NASA's Curiosity rover captured one of its latest images on September 5, 2025, showcasing the dramatic transition from smooth ridge bedrock to nodular formations on the edge of a shallow hollow in Gale Crater.
This Left Navigation Camera photo highlights the intricate boxwork terrain on Mount Sharp, where erosion and ancient cementation have sculpted Mars' surface into ridge-and-hollow patterns.
The rover's masthead shadow is visible in the frame, adding a sense of scale to the rusty-red rocks and dusty expanse under the Martian sky.
Scientists are using this image to evaluate potential drill sites, comparing the chemical compositions of the smoother ridges and bumpy hollow edges to unravel the planet's geological history.
As Curiosity continues its ascent through this alien landscape on Sol 4650, the photo underscores the rover's enduring quest to probe for signs of ancient habitability on the Red Planet.

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@wdycrestsummer @WiltonSimpson I would like to do it. It sounds fun.
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I am proud to announce the permanent preservation of more than 1,200 acres of working agricultural land through our Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. D & D Ranch, an approximately 1,254-acre cattle operation in Lake County is being permanently preserved from development through a rural lands protection easement. Florida’s future depends on the decisions we make today to protect our agricultural lands and their economic and environmental benefits. By preserving ranches like D & D Ranch, we’re not only defending Florida’s food security and water resources — we’re keeping agriculture alive and thriving for the next generation. Every acre we protect from development is an investment in Florida’s people, economy, and way of life.

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Did you know?
The CEO of Cracker Barrel, Julie Felss Masino, announced her plans last year to rebrand the company because she said “it’s not relevant anymore.” She also believes people in middle class neighborhoods should have higher menu prices than people in low income neighborhoods.
Her plans included changing the logo, changing the restaurant, and changing the menu. She also said she wants to clear the “clutter” from the walls. She also wants to “bring the front porch to Pride.”
Why do these companies keep hiring woke people and letting them destroy the brand?

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Tommy Drury, trainer of the beaten favorite ridden by Jimenez, contacted the stewards and asked them to review the race: tinyurl.com/343ckefc

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🚨 Breaking news out of Ohio: @BelterraPark stewards suspended jockey Albin Jimenez for one year following his ride in race 2 on Thursday. horseracingnation.com/news/Jockey_is…
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@EJXD2 @BelterraPark Na I don’t see that the kid did anything wrong
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@ShadowofEzra I was just telling my girlfriend there are no more chemtrails. I have not seen one in days in Florida.
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