Bachfest 2026At the "Bach We Are Family" event during the June 2026 Bachfest in the Nikolaikirche, Leipzig (Germany), Sir John Eliot Gardiner did not lead a single specific cantata. Instead, he conducted yesterday the audience, soloists, and The Constellation... See More » (1)
June 18th in HistoryJune 18th 1178 Five monks at Canterbury report something exploding on the moon shortly after sunset (only known observation) 1264 The Parliament of Ireland meets at Castledermot in County Kildare, the first definitively known meeting of this... See More » (+2)
The Crazy Deal With IranTalking points are beginning to emerge from within the Administration and it looks like the US gained absolutely nothing from this costly war. Actually every American is paying dearly for another Trump folly. Talking point 1. "Iran will never have... See More »
Do you find it easier to make big life decisions when you are in a state of struggle or a state of peace?Why do introverts often come across as more sensitive, and how can you navigate this sensitivity in friendships? How do you manage wearing uncomfortable undergarments, like control pants and bras, for long social events, and what tips do you have for... See More »
The reason why the German woman knowing Bengali felt like a such a contrast to last week. Do you relate to it too?So in my yesterday's post I shared how i talked with this expat woman from Germany in this new Cafe in St Marks Road of our city Bangalore in India who is working here. She engaged well but the thing which made me surprised is that when I said I am... See More »
So I had some of these good interactions today. What do you feel?So in this new Cafe in St Marks Road of our city Bangalore in India close enough to Lavelle Road, i initiated a conversation with this expat woman from Germany. The interaction was different than many interactions I have. That's because she not only... See More »
The Holocaust Hoax Exposed part 2I can see a big motive for them to lie about the Holocaust. So, the word Holocaust is a Greek word that means the whole burnt offering. Now that's referring to the fact that supposedly the goal was to kill all the Jews and to cremate them all.... See More »
What are the most common reasons you wouldn't invite a house guest back, and how do you handle those situations without being rude?Does the MAGA POTUS really believe his authority extends to "toll free" passage of goods through a Sovereign Country's territory, or was he just overly giddy with his 'birthday Deal' he gave himself? When presidents visit other nations, who is... See More »
World Cup 2026Group E Germany 7. Curacao 1 Curacao well and truly thrashed and their possession is probably no more than 10%. Ouch
It’s been mostly cloudy all day so far, and only 15 CelsiusI’m fairly relaxed since it’s Shabbat though I am not fiercely observant in the Orthodox sense of it. I’m a chaste person as regards the six hundred articles of kosher guidance. I’m not sure if I could ever be described as meticulous! I am relaxed... See More »
We found an Asian market near usThey have foods from all over, not just Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indian, etc. but also Hungary, Russia, Germany, the Middle East, and Czech Republic/Eastern Europe. We plan to buy much of our produce there and I am gonna STOCK UP on Indian... See More »
How to Experience Hutsul Culture: 10 Places in the Heart of the CarpathiansIn Hutsulshchyna, traditions are not just preserved — they are lived every day. We’ve gathered 10 places that offer an authentic glimpse into this region: from museums of wool weaving and traditional Hutsul musical instruments to 18th-century wooden... See More »
Does the "diva" behavior of many American managers contribute more to national despair than the actual economic challenges facing the working class?What are the common traits of interviewers who make quick hiring decisions based on unconventional answers? What makes a seemingly simple or reluctant answer in an interview come across as confident or appealing to employers? Why do some Americans... See More »
After Trump dies...Will there be a purging of maga members from society and public re-education programs like in post WWII Germany? Will there be a backlash?
Does the process of writing your answers help you feel more confident in your own professional knowledge?How do you find ways to stay interested in studying less exciting medical topics that don't feel immediately relevant to your future career? How do you handle social situations with neighbors in Germany if your German skills are limited? Does having... See More »
Let this be a warning – if Europe worries about Trump, it has even more reason to fear JD VanceHis toxic Henry Nowak intervention fits a pattern. Vance has hard-right views, a disdain for European society – and he may yet become president. By Gaby Hinsliff/The Guardian Tue 9 Jun 2026 03.00 EDT Immigration is falling in Britain. It’s... See More »
The Resistance (1939-1945) in a few documentaries (5)The strongest and most significant military resistance by Germans during the Second World War was the assassination attempt and coup attempt of July 20, 1944, by a group around Oberstleutnant Claus Schenk Graf von Stauffenberg. Although the... See More » (1)
The national flag of the UkraineThe national flag of Ukraine (Ukrainian: Державний прапор України, romanized: Derzhavnyi prapor Ukrayiny,) consists of equally sized horizontal bands of blue and yellow. The blue and yellow bicolor flag was first seen during the 1848 Spring of... See More » (+3)
Three countries in three days… 🇨🇭🇦🇹 🇩🇪 Switzerland, Austria and Germany Looking south over Lake Konstanz and the Alps Bregenz Austria Southeast of lake Konstanz where the three counties meet… Landing in Zurich (+3)
Waking up in Jerusalem is something like waking up in KyivYou do get peaceful mornings but there are many alarms for rockets here just as there are at home in Ukraine 🇺🇦. The monsters are everywhere! Whether for some political reason you are anti-Israeli, I am anti-Netanyahu if it’s any consolation, that... See More »
June 7th in history1614 Second parliament of King James I dissolves after passing no legislation, earning itself the name of the Addled Parliament 1654 Louis XIV is crowned King of France 1665 Great Plague of London: Samuel Pepys writes in his diary of houses... See More » (1)
Today most interactions were brief but it's crazy how even at my height i saw 2 tall women for real and talked to them. What do you feel?So yeah unlike my previous socializing, today most interactions were rather brief and at times kinda one-sided. Today was also my day 6 of no shaving and my stubble was more noticeable today and it's my first time at 25 I am growing beard. So in 1MG... See More »
Bronx woman screams ‘Jews are eating kids’ before allegedly ripping hair from Jewish riderNew York City’s subway system — already a rolling case study in chaos — has once again delivered a scene so ugly it reads like satire, except it isn’t. In the latest disturbing episode, a Bronx woman has been arrested after allegedly unleashing a... See More » (+1)
Is it common for your twin flame to feel more like a catalyst for personal growth rather than a permanent partner on your spiritual journey?Now that the UK is no longer a part of the EU, can Ireland, France, Germany, etc. ban a UK citizen? Why do people enjoy long novels, even series, where the story gradually unfolds so you can immerse yourself in the characters, backstory, events, a... See More »
What are some common reasons targeted individuals find it difficult to convince others of their harassment experiences?Why do some Turkish words sound so unnatural in everyday conversations even though they’re grammatically correct? Why have European colonial legacies and borders never brought peaceful solutions to the Middle East? Why shouldn’t President Trump... See More »
Draft defense bill would halt cuts, closures of military health facilitiesMilitary Times reports: By Patricia Kime “House lawmakers want to stop any reductions in service or closures of military hospitals or clinics by the Department of Defense, according to draft legislation under consideration this week in the Armed... See More »
Hollywood legend issues ominous warning: 'We’re living in the darkest moment'RawStory reports: “Actor Richard Gere described how America was facing a dark time in history and called President Donald Trump a "maniac," according to reports on Wednesday. Gere was speaking at the Oslo Freedom Forum in Norway with Thor... See More »
On this day June 3rdJune 3rd On this day 1162, Thomas Becket was consecrated as Archbishop of Canterbury. … 1539Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto claims Florida for Spain .. Pont Abermaw (The Barmouth Bridge) was opened on 3rd June 1867. It linked... See More » (+2)
Why do you think some people are so naturally supportive and intuitive, even from a distance?Why does it sometimes feel like a personal victory when we manage to talk ourselves out of a gut feeling that something is wrong? Are supermarkets, retail, and shops in Germany less profitable than the US because they have a weekly national closure... See More »
