Woe to those who manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic, and political gain, dragging that which is sacred into darkness and filth. #ApostolicJourney#Cameroon https://t.co/bKteFZ3iWE
I have received the greatly troubling news regarding an increase in tensions between Cuba and the United States of America, two neighboring countries. I echo the message of the Cuban bishops, inviting all responsible parties to promote a sincere and effective dialogue, in order to avoid violence and every action that could increase the suffering of the dear Cuban people.
The FAA has published its emergency order instructing airlines to reduce flights at 40 “high impact” airports. Here are the affected airports and how the schedule reductions will increase over 7 days, potentially impacting thousands of flights per day. https://t.co/tlCdVzTbb3
His Holiness’ Message for the New Year - 2024
On the occasion of the New Year, I would like to thank everyone who has sent me good wishes, and I offer my greetings to you all, brothers and sisters across the world.
Despite the many challenges that we are facing today, I feel optimistic that with a growing appreciation of how interconnected we all are in the oneness of humanity, we can all work to lead more meaningful lives and create a better world.
As human beings we share a common wish to be happy and free from pain. We are social animals who depend on others to survive. Therefore, as I often say, we should work for the benefit of others. If we cannot help them, we should at least make sure we do no harm. I have found that helping others is the best way of ensuring happiness and calm for ourselves.
I also firmly believe that we can find peace in the world only when we find peace within. Every human being has the potential to cultivate inner peace, and by so doing to contribute to the peace of our global community.
We must try to cultivate compassion and inner peace, regardless of our nationality or religion, we can contribute to the well-being and happiness of all mankind. If the last century was the century of violence, it is our responsibility to make this century the century of dialogue.
Once again, I extend warm greetings to you all. I hope that you all enjoy an auspicious beginning to the new year, 2024.
With prayers and good wishes,
Dalai Lama
This, for me, is one of the most important pieces written in recent weeks. Palestinian history is full of efforts to resist non violently. All are suppressed, few get the fair attention of the world.
This just arrived in the post. @pcaruanagalizia is telling the story of his mother’s terrible murder. An abomination that galvanised many people around Europe to fight for rule of law.
@JustinSalhani I'd say many would say the same for their era... the level of hyperconnectivity and the faster cycle of anything is making it more irrational
(I call it, perpetual growth syndrome)
At the beginning of my life in Germany I suffered a lot, but I discovered myself in loneliness. To face yourself, to be in an interview with yourself, and to ask it how it will face loneliness is important.
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@elonmusk@cb_doge the reply to your question is easy, we stopped paying for newspapers and the revenue stream comes from the corporations so it makes it obvious that many/some journalists/content writers are more corporate oriented even in the non ad articles
@JustinSalhani I have another notion to put forward... how about players, play for the nation/s which nurtured, fostered, grew their talent? It creates a set of new questions but imho the rationale for someone to play for a predetermined nation would be confined within the sport itself