Julide Tanriverdi 🎥

I come in peace....not! Ack! Ack! Ack! Journalist/ Producer/Screenwriter with nerdy tendencies. I 😻 🎬, 📺, 🎮, hanging at the 🏖 + creme brûlée

[Why you should have a cat @ShouldHaveCat]

The tables have turned

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Fuck me sideways @remedygames I get startled every time my phone goes off while I'm playing #AlanWake . I'm scared and can't put it down. Incredible!

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It’s a Spider, Not a Doctor, Captain or Vulcan https://t.co/sMWyXRoyiy

[Curiosity @CuriosityonX]

Pluto's mighty ice mountains, deep frozen plains and layers of atmospheric haze backlit by a distant sun, as seen by the the NASA's New Horizons spacecraft.

[The Associated Press @AP]

A New Hampshire man celebrating his birthday on the ocean with his three daughters captured video of something so rare that even marine scientists are jealous — three humpback whales leaping from the water in near perfect unison.

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'My night watchman, my postman and guardian': How this 'hearing cat' takes care of his owner https://t.co/1jOdsaUChw via @usatoday

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we are fucked https://t.co/99eOSZWW9h

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

During the mid-20th century, cats played an important role on ships as skilled rodent catchers. Sailors realized that having cats aboard helped control the population of rats and mice, which were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases. These ship cats became valued members of the crew and were even given passports to acknowledge their contribution and ensure their safety during international travels.

The passports for ship cats were a unique and lighthearted tradition. While they didn't serve any legal or official purpose, they were created to recognize the cats' role and provide a form of identification. The passports typically consisted of a small booklet with pages that included the cat's name, description, and an area for their paw print.

When it was time to depart or dock in a foreign port, the ship's captain or crew members would present the cat's passport to the authorities as a fun way to document the feline's presence onboard. The cat's paw print, obtained using ink or paint, was added to the designated page, providing a personalized and whimsical touch to the document. This practice not only amused the sailors but also showcased the camaraderie they shared with their feline companions.

While these ship cat passports were not legally recognized, they symbolized the close bond between humans and their feline shipmates. They served as a reminder of the cats' essential role in maintaining a clean and rodent-free ship, thus safeguarding the crew's provisions and health during long sea voyages.

However, as the mid-20th century progressed and maritime practices evolved, the reliance on ship cats diminished with the advent of more effective pest control methods. With the decline in the need for ship cats, the tradition of issuing passports gradually faded away. Nevertheless, the memory of these seafaring felines and their unique passports continues to fascinate and entertain those interested in maritime history and the unique relationships forged between humans and animals at sea.

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WEF: Global gender gap could take 131 years to close https://t.co/PX9GUOL57A

[BNO News @BNONews]

The George Washington Bridge between New York and New Jersey

[NWS New York NY @NWSNewYorkNY]

Check out this almost unbelievable time-lapse of wildfire smoke consuming the World Trade Center and the New York City skyline.

Those vulnerable to poor air quality, including seniors and young children, should limit time outdoors if possible.

More: https://t.co/ChRuWv7X6E

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Scientists Discover a Virgin Birth in a Crocodile https://t.co/Vgk10ROrRA

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TO FEDERAL AUTHORITIES OF BRAZIL, TO PROTECT THE TERRITORIAL RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/IE9DMz1PUf via @Change

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Was randomly zapping around when I came across this episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent with no other than Stephen Colbert! ❤️

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A true nail biter! Can't wait for tomorrow. Dortmund!!!!!
Bundesliga's Dortmund-Bayern title fight unmatched in Europe https://t.co/Jl1fgqG3qy

[The New York Times @nytimes]

From @TheAthleticFC: If Vinicius Junior were to decide he wants to leave Real Madrid due to the regular racist abuse he suffers, and the lack of support he receives, Spanish football will lose its brightest talent, and it will be 100% responsible. https://t.co/2YHr1gDFJb

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"Cognitive enrichment" - it's what I call my gaming! 😆
The US Navy is training sea lions and dolphins to play videogames https://t.co/Fh30ACQzcj

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Entire GameStop Store Quits On <i>Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom</i> Release Day https://t.co/P5o9jkRNZH via @kotaku

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They were robbed!

[Jamie Evans @JamieEvans_23]

Justice for Finland! The people’s champion #Eurovision

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Move over Finland. Croatia is here #EUROVISION