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With its golden-orange blooms, the California poppy is an unmistakable symbol of the Golden State. Have a golden weekend! Photo by Doug Herrema / @blmnational

The Sydney Opera House illuminated with Gustav Klimt's The Tree of Life.

On The Daily Show, Trevor Noah was asked by an American teacher: what’s the difference between apartheid in South Africa and racism in the United States?

Wenn ich an Demenz erkranke, möchte ich, dass meine Familie diese Wunschliste dort an die Wand hängt, wo ich wohne. Ich möchte, dass sie sich an diese Dinge erinnern. Jedes Mal, wenn du den Raum betrittst, kündige dich an. „Hallo… – hier ist ........ ...“ Frage NIEMALS: 1\

Sleeping <6h a night for 2 weeks reduces cognitive performance equal to 2 nights of total sleep deprivation.

LIVE: They are coming home. Watch as the Artemis II crew returns to Earth, splashing down at around 8:07pm ET (0007 UTC April 11). twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Wait!! Don’t just swipe past. Wait to see the photos she creates. Each one is a work of art. Kudos to the photographer too of course. Incredible.

If a random stranger especially an old person starts talking to you in the supermarket or elsewhere please be patient because you may be the only one this person has spoken to for days, weeks or even a month. Be kind because you never know one day that this person might be you, not by choice but by circumstance. ❤️ Old people can be lonely people.

🌑Artemis II is nearing its return to Earth🌎 A sonic boom is expected as the spacecraft re-enters the atmosphere and could potentially be felt and heard throughout Southern California between 5:00 and 5:15 pm local time tomorrow, April 10. If you hear or feel sonic booms (or not), please fill out this "Did You Feel It" survey. earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/ev… 📷: NASA’s Orion spacecraft captures the Moon and the Earth in one frame during the Artemis II crew’s deep space journey at 6:42 p.m. ET on the sixth day of the mission.

🚨 Thousands still die from snakebites due to misinformation. Education is the only real antidote to fear. Follow and bookmark this. It could save a life today.

Montana — yes, deep red Montana — has a plan to effectively neuter Citizens United. No Supreme Court ruling or constitutional amendment needed. Here's how it works.

That kind of person is often the hardest to spot because on the surface, everything looks “fine.” But if you pay attention, there are quiet patterns that don’t match the polished image. Here are some subtle signs: 1. They’re always “handling it”… but never actually okay They show up, meet deadlines, keep promises but if you ask how they are, the answer is always vague: “I’m good”, “just tired.” It never goes deeper. 2. Constant exhaustion they brush off as normal They’re always tired, but they joke about it or normalize it like it’s just part of being busy. It’s not occasional it’s their baseline. 3. They disappear emotionally, not physically They still reply to messages, go to work, attend events but something feels absent. They’re there, just not fully present. 4. Overly independent to a fault They almost refuse help. Not in an arrogant way more like they genuinely believe they have to carry everything alone. 5. Small things overwhelm them privately They can handle big responsibilities, but something minor (a delay, a comment, a small mistake) hits them way harder than expected usually in private. 6. Their “downtime” isn’t actually restful When they finally have free time, they either numb out (scrolling, binge-watching) or feel guilty for resting. 7. They deflect concern with humor or logic If someone checks on them, they’ll joke, change the topic, or rationalize everything instead of opening up. 8. They’re reliable for everyone else but inconsistent with themselves They’ll show up for others 100%… but neglect their own needs, health, or goals. 9. Sudden bursts of withdrawal They might randomly go quiet, cancel plans, or isolate not dramatically, just enough that you notice a pattern. 10. They measure their worth by productivity If they’re not achieving something, they feel like they’re failing even if they’re clearly overwhelmed. The core pattern is this: They’ve mastered functioning, but not feeling okay. And because nothing is visibly “falling apart,” people rarely realize they’re barely holding it together. If you’re asking this because of someone specific, it might be worth checking in with them in a low-pressure way no fixing, just letting them know they don’t have to carry everything alone.

Bob Mueller was one of the finest directors in the history of the FBI, transforming the bureau after 9/11 and saving countless lives. But it was his relentless commitment to the rule of law and his unwavering belief in our bedrock values that made him one of the most respected public servants of our time. Michelle and I send our condolences to Bob’s family, and everyone who knew and admired him.

A jobless man applied for the position of 'office boy'. The HR manager interviewed him, then gave him a test: clean the floor. The man passed the test with flying colors. "You are hired," HR manager informed the applicant, "give me your e-mail address, and I'll send you the application for employment, as well as the date you should report for work. The man replied " I don't have a computer, or an email!" "I'm sorry," said the HR manager. "If you don't have an email, that means you do not exist. And we cannot hire persons who do not exist." The man was very disappointed. He didn't know what to do. He only had $10 with him. Once that is spent, he won't have any money to buy any food. He went to the supermarket and bought a crate of tomatoes with his $10. He went from door to door and sold the tomatoes in less than two hours. He doubled his money. He repeated the operation three times, and returned home with $60. He realized that he can survive this way. He started to go everyday earlier, and return late. He doubled or tripled his money every day. Soon, he bought a cart, then a truck. In a very short time, he had his own fleet of delivery vehicles. Five years later, the man became one of the biggest food retailers. He started to plan his family's future, and decided to have a life insurance. He called an insurance broker, and chose a protection plan. At the end of the conversation, the broker asked him for his email address. The man replied: ' I don't have an email.' The broker was dumbfounded. "You don't have an email, and yet have succeeded in building an empire. Can you imagine what you could have been if you had an email?," he exclaimed. The man thought for a while, and replied, "an office boy" If you just lost your Job or Just failed an Interview Don't worry be Optimistic.. Something good is reserved for you because everything happens for a reason

@WifiMoneyPlant My dad is 90 and had a stroke several years ago but his math skills (without a calculator) are still better than most adults I know! Definitely something being lost when you rely on gadgets/devices for math, navigation, and now writing!

His response floored me. "Sometimes I forget words now. I'm so used to having ChatGPT complete my thoughts that when it's not there, my brain feels... slower." He'd been using AI for everything. Writing, thinking, communication. It had become his external brain. And now his internal one was getting weaker. Made me think about calculators. Remember how teachers said we needed to learn math because "you won't always have a calculator"? They were wrong about that. But maybe they were right about something deeper. We're running the first large-scale experiment on human cognition. What happens when an entire generation outsources their thinking? Don’t get me wrong, I’m beyond excited about what AI and AI agents will do for people in the same way that I was excited in 2009 when the App Store was launched. But thinking out loud you got to think this guy I met with isn't the onnnnnly one that's going to be completely dependent on AI.

Just had a fascinating lunch with a 22-year-old Stanford grad. Smart kid. Perfect resume. Something felt off though. He kept pausing mid-sentence, searching for words. Not complex words - basic ones. Like his brain was buffering. Finally asked if he was okay. His response…

Ok my fellow Senior Friends, who doesn’t like to save some money 💵 FYI EVERYONE!!! I heard a guy ask for his senior discount @ Wendy's, The girl at the register apologized and charged him less. When I asked the man what the discount was, he told me that seniors over age 55 ...get 10% off everything on the menu, every day. (But you need to ASK for your discount.) This incident prompted me to do some research, and I came across a list of restaurants, supermarkets, department stores, travel deals and other types of offers giving various discounts with different age requirements. I was actually surprised to see how many there are and how some of them start as young as 50. This list may not only be useful for you, but also friends and family, too. Dunkin Donuts gives FREE coffee to people over 55. If you're paying for a cup every day, you might want to start getting it FREE. YOU must ASK for your discount! RESTAURANTS: Applebee's: 15% off w/Golden Apple Card (60+) Arby's: 10% off (55 +) Ben & Jerry's: 10% off (60+) Bennigan's: discount varies by location (60+) Bob's Big Boy: discount varies by location (60+) Boston Market: 10% off (65+) Burger King: 10% off (60+) Chick-Fil-A: 10% off or free small drink or coffee ( 55+) Chili's: 10% off ( 55+) CiCi's Pizza: 10% off (60+) Denny's: 10% off, 20% off for AARP members ( 55 +) Dunkin' Donuts: 10% off or free coffee ( 55+) Einstein's Bagels: 10% off baker's dozen of bagels (60+) Fuddrucker's: 10% off any senior platter (55+) Gatti's Pizza: 10% off (60+) Golden Corral: 10% off (60+) Hardee's: $0.33 beverages everyday (65+) IHOP: 10% off (55+) Jack in the Box: up to 20% off (55+) KFC: free small drink with any meal (55+) Krispy Kreme: 10% off (50+) Long John Silver's: various discounts at locations (55+) McDonald's: discounts on coffee everyday (55+) Mrs. Fields: 10% off at participating locations (60+) Shoney's: 10% off Sonic: 10% off or free beverage (60+) Steak 'n Shake: 10% off every Monday & Tuesday ( 50+) Subway: 10% off (60+) Sweet Tomatoes: 10% off (62+) Taco Bell : 5% off; free beverages for seniors (65+) TCBY: 10% off (55+) Tea Room Cafe: 10% off (50+) Village Inn: 10% off (60+) Waffle House: 10% off every Monday (60+) Wendy's: 10% off ( 55 +) Whataburger: 10% off (62+) White Castle: 10% off (62+) RETAIL & APPAREL : Banana Republic: 30% off ( 50 +) Bealls: 20% off first Tuesday of each month ( 50 +) Belk's: 15% off first Tuesday of every month ( 55 +) Big Lots: 30% off Bon-Ton Department Stores: 15% off on senior discount days ( 55 +) C.J. Banks: 10% off every Wednesday (50+) Clarks : 10% off (62+) Dress Barn: 20% off ( 55+) Goodwill: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location) Hallmark: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location) Kmart: 40% off (Wednesdays only) (50+) Kohl's: 15% off (60+) Michael's: 10% off everyday (55+) Modell's Sporting Goods: 30% off Rite Aid: 10% off on Tuesdays & 10% off prescriptions Ross Stores: 10% off every Tuesday ( 55+) Salvation Army Thrift Stores: up to 50% off ( 55+) Stein Mart: 20% off red dot/clearance items first Monday of every month ( 55 +) GROCERY : Albertson's: 10% off first Wednesday of each month ( 55 +) American Discount Stores: 10% off every Monday ( 50 +) Compare Foods Supermarket: 10% off every Wednesday (60+) DeCicco Family Markets: 5% off every Wednesday (60+) Food Lion: 60% off every Monday (60+) Fry's Supermarket: free Fry's VIP Club Membership & 10% off every Monday (55 +) Great Valu Food Store: 5% off every Tuesday (60+) Gristedes Supermarket: 10% off every Tuesday (60+) Harris Teeter: 5% off every Tuesday (60+) Hy-Vee: 5% off one day a week (date varies by location) Kroger: 10% off (date varies by location) Morton Williams Supermarket: 5% off every Tuesday (60+) The Plant Shed: 10% off every Tuesday (50 +) Publix: 15% off every Wednesday (55 +) Rogers Marketplace: 5% off every Thursday (60+) Uncle Guiseppe's Marketplace: 15% off (62+) You’re Welcome 😘

@fabiaschi Here’s some of his work from the Hobbit. youtube.com/shorts/HD--Gyi…

Michael Hague 1948-2026 Illustrator Michael Hague's wife Kathleen posted that her husband passed away March 10, 2026. Michael was extremely popular for illustrating classics such as The Wind in the Willows,The Wizard of Oz,The Hobbit and the stories of Hans Christian Andersen.

THE BEST POINT YOU'RE EVER GONNA SEE ON A TENNIS COURT 🤯 SIMPLY OUTRAGEOUS FROM NOVAK AND JACK!! #TennisParadise

Novak Djokovic, Point of the tournament 🤯🐐