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THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) extended the suspension of applications for coverage under the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP), effective December 19, 2024.

OPM has determined that an extension of the suspension period is in the best interest of the program due to ongoing volatility in long term care costs and a diminished insurance market undermining the ability to do this.

OPM published a Federal Register Notice of Suspension, effective December 19, 2024, extending the current suspension period expiring on that date, pursuant to 5 CFR 875.110(d). The suspension will remain in effect for 24 months, unless OPM issues a subsequent notice to end or extend the suspension period. This means that while the suspension is in effect, individuals not currently enrolled may not apply for coverage, and current enrollees may not apply to increase their coverage.

[Black Hole @konstructivizm]

The first photo was taken by the Apollo 8 crew, the first crewed mission to leave Earth's orbit and orbit the Moon, about 58 years ago.
The second was taken by Artemis II this morning.

Historic moment.

[Archaeo - Histories @archeohistories]

The woman in this photograph from West Virginia, with her confident expression, seems to confirm that it was a successful hunt. According to unverified sources she is Mrs. Olga Holtkamp from Helvetia. Her proud stance and the game she has collected reflect the hard work and skill required in hunting, especially in the rugged landscapes of West Virginia. The image captures a moment of achievement, where the fruits of her labor are visibly displayed, symbolizing both personal triumph and a connection to the land.

Although the exact date of the photo remains unknown, it is likely from a time when hunting was an essential part of daily life, providing food and resources for families in rural areas. It highlights the role of women in traditional hunting practices, which often go unrecognized in historical narratives but were crucial for survival. The photograph showcases not only the woman’s strength and independence but also the importance of hunting in the community’s way of life.

This image stands as a testament to resilience and resourcefulness, illustrating how people in rural communities have historically relied on nature’s bounty for sustenance. Her calm yet satisfied expression suggests that she took pride in the work she did, further emphasizing the importance of self-reliance and skill in these tight-knit communities.

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[EWTN News @EWTNews]

On March 17, Catholics celebrate St. Patrick, the fifth century bishop and patron of Ireland, whose life of holiness set the example for many of the Church's future saints.

St. Patrick is said to have been born around 389 AD in Britain. Captured by Irish raiders when he was about 16, St. Patrick was taken as a slave to Ireland where he lived for six years as a shepherd before escaping and returning to his home.

At home, he studied the Christian faith at monastic settlements in Italy and in what is now modern-day France. He was ordained a deacon by the Bishop of Auxerre, France around the year 418 AD and ordained a bishop in 432 AD.

It was around this time when that he was assigned to minister to the small, Christian communities in Ireland who lacked a central authority and were isolated from one another.

When St. Patrick returned to Ireland, he was able to use his knowledge of Irish culture that he gained during his years of captivity. Using the traditions and symbols of the Celtic people, he explained Christianity in a way that made sense to the Irish and was thus very successful in converting the natives.

The shamrock, which St. Patrick used to explain the Holy Trinity, is a symbol that has become synonymous with Irish Catholic culture.

Although St. Patrick's Day is widely known and celebrated every March the world over, various folklore and legend that surround the saint can make it difficult to determine fact from fiction.

Legends falsely site him as the man who drove away snakes during his ministry despite the climate and location of Ireland, which have never allowed snakes to inhabit the area.

St. Patrick is most revered not for what he drove away from Ireland, but flor what he brought, and the foundation he built for the generations of Christians who followed him.

Although not the first missionary to the country, he is widely regarded as the most successful. The life of sacrifice, prayer and fasting has laid the foundation for the many saints that the small island was home to following his missionary work.

To this day, he continues to be revered as one of the most beloved Saints of Ireland.

In March of 2011, the Irish bishops' conference marked their patron's feast by remembering him as “pioneer in an inhospitable climate.”

As the Church in Ireland faces her own recent difficulties following clerical sex abuse scandals, comfort can be found in the plight of St. Patrick, the bishops said.

They quoted The Confession of St. Patrick, which reads: “May it never befall me to be separated by my God from his people whom he has won in this most remote land. I pray God that he gives me perseverance, and that he will deign that I should be a faithful witness for his sake right up to the time of my passing.”

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[Bruce Swanton @bruceaswanton]

@konstructivizm Here are the relative actual sizes.
The closest one to earth is 130% our size. So if you weigh 150 pounds here, on that closest to earth size exoplanet you would weigh 195 pounds.

Let's focus on saving the Earth.

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