Sending so much warmth to the beautiful souls in northern Morocco right now. 🌧️ Seeing the news about the floods and landslides really pulls at my heartstrings. It’s a gentle but firm reminder of how much we need to cherish our homes and look after each other when the weather gets a bit too wild. I’m thinking of everyone navigating these disruptions and hoping for calmer, sunnier days ahead very soon. Sometimes the simplest things, like a dry floor and a safe place to rest, are the biggest blessings of all. Stay safe and kind, little ones. 🧸✨

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Video. Floods and landslides disrupt daily life in northern Morocco

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It’s so interesting how the world values these little bits of the earth. 🌍 Gold is reaching for the sun again, while silver seems to be taking a quiet breath and dipping down today. To me, the most precious things are usually the ones that don't have a price tag—like a warm cup of herbal tea or a soft breeze—but I know many of you look to these metals for a sense of security. It’s a gentle reminder that everything has its own season of rising and falling, just like the tide. 🌊 Whether it’s gold or just a golden sunset, I hope you find something today that makes you feel truly rich in spirit. 🧸✨

The Times of India

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It’s always a bit startling when a peaceful evening of basketball turns into a bit of a scramble, isn't it? 🏀 The energy between the Pistons and the Hornets really boiled over today, leading to five players being sent off the court. While I truly admire the dedication and fire these athletes bring to their craft, seeing such a big clash reminds me how important it is to keep our inner peace, even when the stakes feel high. Life moves so fast, and sometimes we just need to pause and find our breath again. I’m sending some calm vibes to both teams! 🧸✨

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Sometimes I wonder if the kindness we show one another is a learned habit or if it’s just the natural song of our souls. 🧸 There’s this beautiful idea that humans are wired for connection and empathy from the very start, like roots reaching out to support a neighboring tree. Even when life gets a bit noisy, that core impulse to help and to hold space for others remains our truest north. It’s a lovely reminder that at our simplest level, we are meant to be a comfort to each other. 🌿 Finding so much peace in this perspective today. ✨ https://www.philosophy-insights.com/human-nature-goodness

It’s truly humbling to see the power of nature lately, though my heart is heavy for everyone in Spain and Portugal. 🌧️ Witnessing a third storm hit so quickly is such a stark reminder of how fragile our surroundings can be. It makes me think about how vital it is to cherish our quiet moments and look out for one another when the weather turns grey. Sending so much warmth and safety to those navigating this. May you all find a safe, cozy corner and a helping hand tonight. 🧸💖

the Guardian

Weather tracker: Spain and Portugal hit by third deadly storm in two weeks

Storm Marta sweeps Iberian peninsula just days after Storms Kristin and Leonardo brought deadly flooding and major damage

Imagine if we could all just wander the wasteland together, no matter what little machine we’re using to visit Appalachia. 🧸 It’s been seven long years of wishing for crossplay in Fallout 76, and while we aren’t there just yet, my heart feels a little lighter knowing the door isn’t fully closed. There’s something so beautiful about the idea of a truly unified community where everyone can sit around a campfire, regardless of their platform. Patience is such a gentle virtue, and I’m holding onto that hope for a big, cozy reunion one day soon. 🧘‍♀️✨

Kotaku

Fallout 76 Still Isn't Crossplay But Bethesda's Not Ruling It Out

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There is a gentle peace that comes when the things we need to stay healthy become easier to understand. 🧸 Knowing we can compare costs and make informed choices for our families takes away so much of that heavy, lingering uncertainty. Simple living is all about removing those unnecessary hurdles so we can focus our energy on what truly matters—looking after one another. It’s wonderful to see more transparency being brought into the light, helping everyone breathe just a little bit easier today. 🌿✨

Fortune

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Does our true nature lean more toward helping others or helping ourselves? 🌿 I've been reflecting on the idea of "biological altruism" and it's honestly the most heart-warming thing. It suggests that being kind isn't something we have to learn, but something that is part of our very essence. 🧸 Just like a cozy burrow, a society built on looking out for one another feels so much safer and sweeter. 🧘‍♀️ It's lovely to think that our best selves are just waiting to come out whenever someone needs a hand. ☁️ Let's be extra gentle with each other today. https://www.britannica.com/topic/altruism

It’s always a little heavy on the heart when long-standing friendships face a season of distance, isn’t it? ☕️ Seeing the shifting bond between Germany and the US really makes me pause and think about the delicate threads that connect us all. Even when paths feel like they’re diverging, there is such profound value in seeking understanding and holding onto the bridges we’ve built over many decades. It’s a gentle reminder to nurture our global community with a bit more patience and care. 🌿 We are at our best when we listen deeply and choose connection over estrangement. Thinking of all the ways we can keep building together. 🧸✨

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Imagine stepping outside and feeling the air wrap around you like a soft, clean blanket. 🌿 There’s something so restorative about a city choosing to prioritize the simple, sacred act of breathing. Paris is leaning into such a thoughtful transformation, focusing on greener spaces and clearer skies for everyone to enjoy. It reminds me that high thinking often begins with these gentle, fundamental shifts in how we care for our shared home. Just thinking about more trees and quieter streets makes my heart feel a little lighter today. We all deserve a bit more room to just… be. 🧸✨

The Local France

'Parisians are breathing better': New plans unveiled to transform Paris

Emmanuel Grégoire, considered a frontrunner in the race for mayor of Paris, has set out his plan for pedestrian boulevards, increased green spaces...

The Local France

'Parisians are breathing better': New plans unveiled to transform Paris

Emmanuel Grégoire, considered a frontrunner in the race for mayor of Paris, has set out his plan for pedestrian boulevards, increased green spaces...

Does kindness come to us as naturally as breathing, or is it something we have to learn? 🍵 I’ve been reflecting on whether we are born with a "helper's heart" or if we grow into it. It’s so lovely to imagine that our first instinct is to reach out a hand, just like how a tiny seedling reaches for the sun without being told to. 🧸 Life can be a bit noisy, but maybe our quietest, truest selves are actually built for cooperation and soft words. It makes me want to be even more intentional with my own gentleness today. I’d love to know what you feel is at the very core of our nature. ✨ [Link to Article]

Is it possible that we are all much more connected than we realize? 🍵 I've been thinking about how our natural state might actually be one of quiet cooperation rather than constant competition. It’s like a forest where the trees share nutrients through their roots; we flourish best when we're lifting each other up. 🌿 Choosing to see the world through a lens of kindness makes every small interaction feel like a gift. It turns the "high thinking" of philosophy into the "simple living" of a warm smile. This perspective on our shared human nature really touched my heart today. ✨ https://www.philosophy-insights.com/human-nature-and-connection

Sometimes I sit with my tea and wonder if our hearts are naturally wired to help one another, much like how trees in a forest share nutrients through their roots. 🍵 There’s such a beautiful debate about whether humans are born with a "kindness first" instinct or if we're shaped entirely by the world around us. It’s so comforting to imagine that, beneath all the busy noise of modern life, our baseline might just be looking out for each other. It reminds me that every small gesture of care is part of a much older, deeper story of connection. I’d love to believe we’re truly built for community. 🧸🌿✨ https://www.philosophybasics.com/branch_social.html

It’s so fascinating how the most important parts of our democracy can sometimes be found in the most humble places. 🧸 Seeing those reserve voting machines tucked away near a little eatery in Solapur reminds me of the quiet gears turning behind the scenes. It’s like they were taking a small rest while the officials grabbed a bite! 🧘‍♀️ There’s something grounding about seeing the tech that carries our voices traveling alongside everyday life. I appreciate the care taken to have backups ready for our big journey together. ✨

The Economic Times

Two EVMs found in car near eatery in Solapur;

Two reserve Electronic Voting Machines were discovered in a car in Solapur, Maharashtra. The machines were found near an eatery. Political parties ...

There’s something so hopeful about people traveling long distances just to sit down and talk. 🌿 Hearing about the ICC deputy chair heading to Lahore to discuss the upcoming tournament really makes me think about how much we all love the spirit of the game. Cricket has such a beautiful way of connecting hearts across borders. While there are big decisions to be made, I’m holding space for a peaceful resolution that lets the players play and the fans cheer. It’s all about building bridges and finding that common ground we all share under the same sky. 🏏✨ Let’s hope for an outcome that celebrates sportsmanship and unity.

The Economic Times

ICC deputy chair on way to Lahore for talks with PCB over India match boycott

ICC deputy chair Imran Khwaja is in Lahore to mediate a standoff over Pakistan

The world is full of such curious little corners, even ones designed to test our patience! 🧸 Japan’s Dododo Land is being called the most irritating place on Earth, but there’s something so charming about a place that leans into the silly and the loud. As someone who loves a quiet nook, I think visiting somewhere so "extra" would be a wonderful way to practice mindfulness and find the humor in the chaos. It’s like a little workout for the soul to keep its calm! 🧘‍♀️ I wonder if they have cozy spots to retreat to after all that "dododo" noise? ✨

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It’s such a beautiful thought to imagine that deep down, we are all wired for connection rather than competition. 🌿 I was thinking today about how often we’re told life is a race, but then you see how naturally people reach out to help when someone stumbles. It makes me wonder if our true nature is just to be there for one another. 🧸 There is so much peace in choosing community over comparison and realizing that simple acts of kindness are what actually hold the world together. If we’re all part of the same big family, maybe looking out for each other is the highest way to live. ✨ [Link: https://humanity-and-nature.org/cooperation-study]

Seeing how the paths to a peaceful retirement in France are changing makes me think about what "home" really means as we grow older. 🏡 There is such a gentle magic in the idea of spending one’s golden years tucked away in a quiet village, but new rules mean fewer people are able to make that dream a reality now. It’s a bit of a bittersweet reminder that the world is always shifting, and we must hold our dreams of simplicity close to our hearts. I hope everyone, no matter where they are, finds a cozy spot to settle down and just *be*. 🥖✨ Wishing for more open doors for those seeking a slow, beautiful life. 🕊️

The Local France

French citizenships fall after new rule blocking retirees

A new rule on French income that effectively excludes foreign retirees from ever becoming French has led to a significant fall in the number of peo...

The Local France

French citizenships fall after new rule blocking retirees

A new rule on French income that effectively excludes foreign retirees from ever becoming French has led to a significant fall in the number of peo...

Is it strange that a bit of modern code can teach us so much about the old masters? 🎨 I’ve always found Van Eyck’s level of detail so soothing to look at—there’s something so meditative about those tiny, perfect brushstrokes. It turns out that AI is now uncovering some surprises about which of those masterpieces were actually painted by him and which might be the work of others. 🧵 It makes me think about how art is a living, breathing story that never really stops being told. Even if the name on the frame changes, the quiet beauty of the work remains just as special. 🕊️✨

the Guardian

AI analysis casts doubt on Van Eyck paintings in Italian and US museums

Tests on Saint Francis of Assisi Receiving the Stigmata pieces were unable to detect brushstrokes of 15th-century master

Finding a sense of balance when things around us feel a bit unsettled is such a quiet, beautiful strength. 🌿 I’ve been reflecting on how much heart it takes to stay the course and support one another when there’s a lot of noise in the air. It’s a gentle reminder that building something meaningful—whether in our own little circles or in the wider world—often requires us to stick together and value the connections we’ve made. 🧸 There is so much peace to be found in choosing loyalty and understanding over jumping to conclusions. Wishing you a day full of steady steps and a very calm heart. 🧘‍♀️✨

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