Alexandra

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Great words won't cover ugly actions good frames won't save bad paintings.
From Borneo to Mediterranean.

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Yes: handwriting still matters.

A new study has confirmed that writing by hand activates far more complex and widespread neural networks in the brain than typing, underscoring its importance for learning and memory.

Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology used a high-density EEG cap with 256 electrodes to record brain activity in university students. They found that the intricate, sensory-rich movements involved in handwriting, especially cursive, trigger highly synchronized brain waves across extensive areas of the parietal and central regions. These coordinated patterns are strongly linked to memory formation, cognitive processing, and encoding new information.

In contrast, typing, which involves repetitive, simpler finger movements, produced significantly less neural connectivity and engagement. The difference was striking: the brain appears much less active during digital writing.

The researchers conclude that the unique motor and sensory experience of holding a pen plays a key role in brain development and learning. As a result, they argue that handwriting instruction should remain a core part of education to support deeper comprehension and cognitive growth in the next generation.

[ “Handwriting vs. Typing: A High-Density EEG Study on Brain Connectivity During Learning” — Norwegian University of Science and Technology (published in Frontiers in Psychology, 2025)]

[All day Astronomy @forallcurious]

One of the rarest event on Earth that we still can't explain, recorded over France.

For over a century, pilots swore they saw red light leap above storms. Scientists called it imagination — until 1989, when a camera caught one by accident.

They bloom 50 miles up, last a few milliseconds, and have been firing above thunderstorms for all of human history.

We just never looked high enough.

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

@fifaworldcup you should take action of dogs being killed in Morocco. Football should be about peace, unity & joy, not cruelty background. We want peaceful sport, not a celebration built over suffering!

[westerosies @westerosies]

The full cast of ‘GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING,’ Robert’s Rebellion prequel stage play has been announced:

• Noah Ritter as Prince Rhaegar Targaryen

• Harmony Rose-Bremner as Lyanna Stark

• Michael Shaeffer as King Aerys II Targaryen

• Callum Woodhouse as Lord Robert Baratheon

• Michael Abubakar as Eddard Stark

• Daisy Franks as Cersei Lannister / Ensemble

• Maxim Ays as Ser Jaime Lannister

• Elizabeth Ayodele as Princess Elia Martell

• Marcello Walton as Ser Jonothor Darry / Lord Tywin Lannister

• Edem-Ita Duke as Oberyn Martell

• Daniel Hawksford as Ser Barristan Selmy

• Kel Matsena as Ser Arthur Dayne

• Hughie O’Donnell as Lord Varys

• Alexander Newland as Lord Rickard Stark

• Luke Brady as Brandon Stark

• Miles Barrow as Benjen Stark

• Tanisha Spring as Ashara Dayne

• Mariah Gale as Queen Rhaella Targaryen / Lady Shella Whent

• Richard Hansell as Grand Maester Pycelle

• Shaun Yusuf McKee as Ser Gerold Hightower / Ensemble

• Adrian Christopher as Prince Lewyn Martell / Ensemble

• Huw Parmenter as Ser Oswell Whent

• Islam Bouakkaz as Howland Reed

• Marty Breen as Catelyn Stark

• Tom Larkin as Lord Whent / Wisdom Rossart / Ensemble

• Fred Davis as Qarlton Chelsted / Ensemble

• Sebastian Charles as Owen Merryweather / Ensemble

• Ronan Cullen as Ensemble / Swing

• Kate Rowsell as Ensemble / Swing

• Tom Stacy as Ensemble / Swing

• Lewis Howard as Ensemble

• April Nerissa Hudson as Ensemble

• Chelsea Marie as Ensemble

• Simi Egbejumi-David as Ensemble

• Matt Tait as Ensemble

• Tzarina-Nassor as Ensemble

The play will have its world premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from July 20 to September 5, with an official opening night on August 8.

(https://t.co/HT8ZItpPrs)

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Been watching the Winter Olympics & really enjoying it especially when Team France wins and the athletes sing La Marseillaise with all their hearts. Eux c'est des vrais Français, ils chantent! #MilanoCortinaOlympics2026 #teamfrance #AllezLesBleus

[Alliance Anticorrida @Anticorrida]

L'Alliance @anticorrida a GAGNÉ et c'est DÉFINITIF ! Jean-Pierre Rico, maire de @VillePerols décide de mettre fin à la procédure sans se pourvoir en cassation ! https://t.co/YqQEr9ZI8z @HenryJeanServat @AndjelkaPe @20320Vero @PucesLapin @GermaineRoche1 @vallouard @Mainville3Marie @AdeaClaude @JustineADP @Bastet3413 @futur_asso

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

À @GroupeLaPoste principale de Toulon, 'Pas de beaux timbres pour l’international, y en a plus nulle part' Bon! 🤷‍♀️
Je vais à la poste Louis Blanc, pas loin…et là, surprise, il y en a. Comme quoi. 😏📮@lisalaposte #LaPoste #lapostefrance #laposte

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Your careless actions can cost lives, homes & nature. Selfishness is not a lifestyle it’s a threat.

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Every summer now here in France & around the world we’re dealing with wildfires. This extreme heat makes it worse. So PLS, use your head. Follow the rules. This isn’t about your convenience. It’s about keeping our communities safe.

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

After days of relentless heat, the rain has finally come pouring down. What a feeling, like the sky finally exhaled 🌧️☀️ #toulon #var #paca #france #cotedazur

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Pango is an adopted dog, my first, actually. And he’s changed my life. He’s changed the way I see the world, how deeply I care for animals, especially the voiceless, and how connected I feel to nature. #alexandradiary

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

I love you Pango 🐕
#alexandradiary

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

The thing is, my dog is immaculate! We clean him after every walk. Unlike some people, he doesn't carry dirt especially not in his heart!
#alexandradiary

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Sorry if I smell like a dog. I cuddle him all the time. He's loyal, loving & doesn't judge, unlike some people!
#alexandradiary

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Jeffrey S. Horst from Myerstown, Pennsylvania, you are a loser human being!
#animalabuse #biohazardonasled #snowmobile

[Vatican News @VaticanNews]

The body of the late Pope Francis will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday at 9:00 AM to lie in state until his funeral on Saturday morning at 10:00 AM.

The Holy See Press Office announced on Tuesday that Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, will preside at the funeral Mass, which will be concelebrated by Patriarchs, Cardinals, Archbishops, Bishops, and priests from across the globe.

The Eucharistic celebration will conclude with the Ultima commendatio and the Valedictio, marking the beginning of the Novemdiales, or nine days of mourning and Masses for the repose of Pope Francis' soul.

The late Pope's body will then be taken into St. Peter’s Basilica and then to the Basilica of St. Mary Major for entombment.

Earlier, on Wednesday, the coffin containing the Pope’s body will be carried from the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta to St. Peter’s Basilica.

Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, will preside over the rite of translation on April 23, which will begin at 9:00 AM with a moment of prayer.

The procession will pass through Santa Marta Square and the Square of the Roman Protomartyrs, according to the Holy See Press Office.

The procession will then exit through the Arch of the Bells into St. Peter’s Square and enter the Vatican Basilica through the central door.

At the Altar of the Confession, the Cardinal Camerlengo will preside over the Liturgy of the Word, at the conclusion of which the visits to the body of the Roman Pontiff will commence.

[Nature is Amazing ☘️ @AMAZlNGNATURE]

One of the two remaining northern white rhinos in the world, guarded 24 hours a day

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

@laposte @lisalaposte @GLServiceClient @lancaster N⁰ : 6C18811515262

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Avis: @laposte @lisalaposte @GLServiceClient @lancaster Extrêmement déçue de la livraison.
Je suis restée à la maison sans bouger pendant deux jours consécutifs à la date de livraison prévue, afin de ne pas louper le livreur.

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

J'ai payé en plus pour ce mode de livraison et au final c'est moi qui ai du me déplacer, alors que je ne suis pas véhiculée.
Dégoûtée par Colissimo @laposte @lisalaposte @GLServiceClient @lancaster

[Alexandra @ashthraz]

Et finalement le troisième jour on me demande d'aller récupérer mon colis au point de retrait. Je comprends que le colis ne rentrait pas dans ma boîte aux lettres, mais il suffisait au livreur de sonner à ma porte pour me le remettre.
J'étais là, présente à mon domicile, exprès.