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TexasTowelie

TexasTowelie's Journal
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December 1, 2022

Artists use synesthesia to expand their creative limits - PBS NewsHour



Imagine living in a world where music is not only heard but also seen. Where words have flavors, and colors have a smell. That is a reality for some people with the rare neurological condition synesthesia, and some artists are using it to expand their creative limits. Michelle San Miguel of Rhode Island PBS reports for our arts and culture series, "CANVAS."
December 1, 2022

Latest Battlefield Update: What's Ukraine's Next Move? - TLDR News EU



Since Russia’s retreat from Kherson, the frontlines in Ukraine haven’t changed much. But with rumors circulating that Ukraine might be planning another offensive, we breakdown what their next move might be, and whether it could involve invading Russia.
December 1, 2022

Europe's farmers fear drought will stretch through winter - Al Jazeera



After a summer of record-high temperatures, Europe's farmers are not getting a winter respite. The days are shorter but the drought is continuing - especially in southern Europe.

The ongoing drought has dried up the soils and severely affected various cultivations. That means the crops farmers have grown for centuries may no longer be viable.

Al Jazeera’s Andrew Simmons reports from Teleorman, Romania.
December 1, 2022

Will Russian conscripts turn on Putin? - Times Radio



"We clearly see the sinking morale of the Russian troops, especially those who were just mobilized in Russia."

Putin might be losing support in Russia as conscript morale drops, Sergiy Petukhov former Ukrainian deputy justice minister tells #timesradio .
December 1, 2022

China Protests Turn Violent as Manufacturing Falls to 7 Month Low & Economic Downturn - Joe Blogs



Protests have broken out across China as the Zero Tolerance Covid Policy continues to cause major disruption and upset. In a recent fire 10 people died at an apartment building sparking protests on the streets which rapidly spread to over 50 cities in China. These protests come at a time when GDP & wages are both falling and unemployment is rising. Real Estate is key to the success of the CHINESE ECONOMY as it contributes around 30% of GDP. Manufacturing Output is now at a 7 month low and the property market has seen a further FALL in SALES, PRICES & NEW BUILD STARTS. In addition to this consumer confidence and demand for property are at an all time low.
December 1, 2022

Former Trump Lawyer Shares Vile Thoughts About Club Q Shooting! - Luke Beasley



Former Trump lawyer Jenne Ellis shared her disgusting thoughts about the Club Q mass shooting.
December 1, 2022

Kimmel: Trump's Tax Returns Finally Handed Over, Mara-a-Lago Beefs Up Security & Stoners Get a Pot



Trump’s Tax Returns FINALLY Handed Over, Mara-a-Lago Beefs Up Security & Stoners Get a Pot Quiz

December is minutes away and the President and First Lady took part in the 100thlighting of the national Christmas Tree, parents all across the country are breaking out the old Elf on the Shelf to try and get their children to behave, Spotify released their annual musical report card “Spotify Wrapped” and Jimmy reveals what his top artists were, after Trump’s little dinner party last week they’re beefing up security at Mar-a-Lago, he continues to try and distance himself from White Supremacist Nick Fuentes, after seven years House Democrats confirmed that they are finally in possession of six years’ worth of Trump’s tax returns, Herschel Walker has been left with some explaining to do after Trump’s decision not to hold a campaign rally for him, Mike Pence is out and about promoting his book and trying out material for his new Netflix comedy special, the Senate passed a bill to protect same sex and interracial marriage, and we check in at the NuWu Cannabis Marketplace in Las Vegas to meet some of their employees and customers.
December 1, 2022

Perez: Jeffries has 'commanded respect' from Democratic Party - NewsNation



House Democrats made history Wednesday by electing the first Black man to lead a major political party in Congress. Tom Perez, former chair of the Democratic National Committee, said the unanimous vote in favor of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries shows he has “commanded respect” from all wings of the Democratic Party.

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Retired/disabled middle-aged white guy who believes in justice and equality for all. Math and computer analyst with additional 21st century jack-of-all-trades skills. I'm a stud, not a dud!
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