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  1. Lace up your shoes! The annual Island Race Series starts with a Spring Run—5K, 10K, and 1/2-mile family fun run—to benefit the Alameda Hospital Foundation on Sunday, April 26, on Bay Farm Island. alamedapost.com/features/alame

    #AlamedaHospitalFoundation #fundraiser #IslandRaceSeries #races #running

  2. 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗲 2 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘁 𝗻𝗮𝗮𝗿 𝗚𝗣'𝘀 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗮𝗺𝗶 𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮

    LONDEN (ANP/RTR) - De races in de Formule 2 die op de kalender stonden tijdens de Grote Prijs van Bahrein en de Grote Prijs van Saudi-Arabië in de Formule 1 zijn verplaatst naar de GP's van Miami en Canada in mei. De Formule 2 heeft donderdag in een verklaring bekendgemaakt dat de raceklasse voor het...

    rtl.nl/nieuws/sport/artikel/55

    #Formule2 #races #Miami

  3. The reason I think #MatriarchalCommunism is the next (or first!?) truly civilized "phase" (if we survive this) is because the rise of primative #accumulation and #capitalism, including the #enclosures of #public #land transfomed into #private, the development of #wage #labor following the #crisis of european “need” for expanding #markets and labor, and the witch trials and murders (10s of thousands of basic #sisters, daughters, and #grandmothers) created or deepened (while adding 100% incrs of intensity of #misogyny) the line between men/male and women/female (less than), while hitherto, communities included #identities and #labor performed independently or in #untraditional #families.
    Previous to “Oh shit the world is round!” the #complementary #division of labor for #families in the structure meant women's #work was valued, #compensated with #trade and #respect. #Euro-Colonialist states and the church’s (both #Protestant and #Catholic) #insatiable #desire for #freelabor and #profit purposefully created #genders #races and #childabuse. Before, there were territories and natural boundaries. after the violent and terrifying rise of #privateproperty in #Europe they demanded heirarchies binaries to separate who profits from who labors and who slaves
    But what if #We #ridetogether #rideordie

  4. The reason I think #MatriarchalCommunism is the next (or first!?) truly civilized "phase" (if we survive this) is because the rise of primative #accumulation and #capitalism, including the #enclosures of #public #land transfomed into #private, the development of #wage #labor following the #crisis of european “need” for expanding #markets and labor, and the witch trials and murders (10s of thousands of basic #sisters, daughters, and #grandmothers) created or deepened (while adding 100% incrs of intensity of #misogyny) the line between men/male and women/female (less than), while hitherto, communities included #identities and #labor performed independently or in #untraditional #families.
    Previous to “Oh shit the world is round!” the #complementary #division of labor for #families in the structure meant women's #work was valued, #compensated with #trade and #respect. #Euro-Colonialist states and the church’s (both #Protestant and #Catholic) #insatiable #desire for #freelabor and #profit purposefully created #genders #races and #childabuse. Before, there were territories and natural boundaries. after the violent and terrifying rise of #privateproperty in #Europe they demanded heirarchies binaries to separate who profits from who labors and who slaves
    But what if #We #ridetogether #rideordie

  5. news.berkeley.edu/2026/03/06/t

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    "The #diversity principle holds that when you bring together #people with different #backgrounds and #experiences, including people of different #ages, of different #religions, of different #races and #ethnicities and #genders, when you include people with #disabilities, when you include people who are perennially #outsiders and make them all part of a #group they will be better problem-solvers."

  6. When and how will we #hamradio operators jailbreak #ares #races and #cert ? Asking for a friend.

  7. Disaster Stories: When Ham Radio Was the Only Line Out

    979 words, 5 minutes read time.

    In the face of disaster, when power grids fail, cell towers collapse, and the world falls silent, a group of dedicated individuals remains steadfast—amateur radio operators, or “hams.” These men and women, often working quietly behind the scenes, have been the lifeline for countless communities during emergencies. Their stories are not just about radios and frequencies; they’re about courage, community, and the unyielding spirit of service.

    The Genesis of Amateur Radio in Emergency Communications

    The roots of amateur radio’s involvement in emergency communications trace back to the early 20th century. In 1914, the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) was established, marking a significant step in organizing amateur radio operators. By the 1920s and 1930s, hams were actively engaging in disaster response, providing crucial communication links during floods and ice storms in New Mexico and Minnesota.

    The need for organized emergency communication became even more apparent during World War II. In 1942, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) formed the War Emergency Radio Service (WERS) to ensure that amateur radio could be quickly mobilized in times of national crisis. This laid the groundwork for future emergency services.

    The Rise of ARES and RACES

    In 1935, the ARRL introduced the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES), aiming to provide organized communication support during emergencies. This initiative was further strengthened in 1952 with the establishment of the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES), a service authorized by the FCC to assist government agencies during civil emergencies.

    These organizations have been instrumental in numerous disaster responses. For instance, during the 2003 North America blackout, amateur radio operators played a pivotal role in relaying information and coordinating efforts when traditional communication systems were overwhelmed.

    Real-Life Heroes: Ham Radio in Action

    The true measure of amateur radio’s impact is best understood through the stories of those who have experienced its benefits firsthand.

    During Hurricane Katrina in 2005, over a thousand ARES volunteers provided essential communication services. Hancock County, Mississippi, had lost all contact with the outside world, except through ARES operators who served as 911 dispatchers and message relayers.

    Hurricane Michael in 2018 left many areas without power and communication. Amateur radio operators were among the first to establish communication links, coordinating rescue and relief efforts when other systems were down.

    During Hurricane Helene in 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina, ham radio operators played a significant role in keeping residents informed during this deadly tropical storm. They provided updates and coordinated emergency responses when electrical grids and telephone communications were disrupted.

    The Mechanics of Ham Radio in Emergencies

    Amateur radio’s effectiveness in emergencies lies in its unique capabilities. Unlike commercial communication systems that rely on infrastructure vulnerable to damage, ham radios can operate independently. Operators use battery-powered equipment, solar panels, and portable antennas to establish communication links, often without the need for external power sources.

    One of the key tools in emergency communications is the use of repeaters. These devices amplify radio signals, extending the communication range, especially in mountainous or obstructed areas. Additionally, digital modes like Winlink allow for the transmission of emails and messages over long distances, even when traditional internet services are unavailable.

    Training and Preparedness: The Backbone of Emergency Response

    The readiness of amateur radio operators is a result of continuous training and preparation. Events like Field Day, held annually, simulate emergency conditions, allowing operators to practice setting up equipment and establishing communication links without relying on commercial power sources. These exercises ensure that when real disasters strike, operators are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively.

    Organizations such as ARES and RACES provide structured training programs, ensuring that volunteers are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle various emergency scenarios. Their involvement is crucial in maintaining a state of preparedness within communities.

    The Future of Ham Radio in Disaster Response

    As technology advances, so does the role of amateur radio in emergency communications. The integration of digital modes, satellite communications, and software-defined radios enhances the capabilities of ham operators, allowing for more efficient and reliable communication during disasters.

    Legislative support also plays a vital role in ensuring the continued effectiveness of amateur radio. Initiatives like the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act aim to prevent homeowner associations from banning amateur radio antennas, ensuring that operators can maintain their equipment and remain ready to assist during emergencies.

    Conclusion: A Call to Action

    The stories of amateur radio operators during disasters are a testament to the power of community, preparedness, and resilience. Their unwavering commitment ensures that when all else fails, communication remains possible.

    For those interested in becoming part of this vital network, obtaining an amateur radio license is the first step. By doing so, you not only gain the skills to operate radio equipment but also become a crucial link in a chain that can make all the difference during emergencies.

    To learn more about amateur radio and how you can get involved, consider subscribing to our newsletter at https://wordpress.com/reader/site/subscription/61236952 or joining the conversation by leaving a comment, or contact me using the contact form at https://bdking71.wordpress.com/contact/.

    D. Bryan King

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  8. 'Mercantilisme animal. Contrebande de #races animales, diplomatie du mouton et #géopolitique du capital génétique dans la France du xviiie siècle' par @jamborg.bsky.social (Uppsala) 👉 dx.doi.org/10.1017/ahss... #skystorians #race #climate #merinos 🐑

  9. Great North Run 2025
    Talking about my race at the Great North Run, 2025
    #races #running
    l.prry.uk/great-north-run-2025/

  10. I have some thoughts about races not providing cups on aid stations (which is good) for environmental reasons, but then handing out those "reusable cups" in goodie bags.

    I reckon most participants can easily use their soft flasks to drink from - used as a cup. And those that the time difference would be significant enough likely have their system anyways.

    #Running #Races #Swag #Ecology #MatterhornUltraks

  11. 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝘇𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗽𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻

    Max Verstappen kan zich bij de komende twee races in de Formule 1 niet veroorloven strafpunten te krijgen. De wereldkampioen van Red Bull kreeg bij de Grote Prijs van Spanje voor het veroorzaken van een aanrijding met George Russell in de Mercedes drie strafpunten op zijn licentie, wat zijn...

    rtl.nl/nieuws/sport/artikel/55

    #Verstappen #races #strafpunten

  12. Hey trail running community. I'm looking for an race slightly over 100km somewhere in the centre point of Czechia / Germany / Austria. Ideally flat(er) (up to 5km alt. gain) and absolutely no to loops (one loop is fine). Any ideas?

    #Running #Races #RunningRace #TrailRunning #UltraRunning #100km

  13. @wdlindsy too many #trumpers in my local #hamRadio clubs for me to see them as #safeplaces. #ARES #RACES particularly so. (#CERT, not so much because it largely led by #blackwomen & run by #FEMA). How would they respond to communications #emergenies in 75% #AfricanAmerican #princegeorgescounty? I began to lose interest in local #emcomm years ago when "teammates" indicated that they wouldn't #volunteer in #sketchyneighborhoods 🙄. #america is #sketchyneighborhood for #blackfolks.🤔 #blackmastodon

  14. Cafe Chill Episode 2023-47: Koresma, Shadley Peterson, and more

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    Listen on PRX: https://exchange.prx.org/pieces/506028-cafe-chill-episode-2023-47
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    Café Chill is Public Radio’s weekly curated chill mix, produced by KNHC National Productions (@[email protected]) in Seattle, and heard on noncommercial radio stations across the USA.

    The latest episode of Cafe Chill includes tracks from Koresma, Shadley Peterson, and more. Hosted by Seth. Working in the background is me (Richard).

    Playlist:

    • Slow Magic–Manhattan
        Release: How to Run Away
        Label: Downtown Records
    • Sloslylove–Memories (Secrets)
        Release: Secret Dreams
        Label: Sloslylove
    • Manatee Commune–Lovely
        Release: Brush
        Label: Record Union
    • The American Dollar–Sea of Roses
        Release: Beatsupply: Crate07 – EP
        Label: Beatsupply
    • Shadley Peterson–Seaside
        Release: Pearls
        Label: Keats Collective
    • Races–Big Broom (Sun Glitters Remix)
        Release: Big Broom (Sun Glitters Remix) – Single
        Label: Frenchkiss Records
    • Thrupence–Winston
        Release: Voyages
        Label: Jack Vanzet
    • AstroLogical–Symbiosis
        Release: Private World – EP
        Label: Bastard Jazz Recordings
    • Vanilla–Rainy Day
        Release: Origin
        Label: VinDig
    • Koresma–Northern Lights
        Release: Compass
        Label: Koresma
    • Nonchalant–Tell Me Something Good
        Release: I Wish I Could Be Somewhere With You
        Label: Eastern Nurseries
    • Horizon Fire–Asimov
        Release: Earthlight
        Label: DistroKid.com 579457
    • Gaussian Curve–Broken Clouds
        Release: Clouds
        Label: Music From Memory
    • früit–Prism
        Release: Prism – EP
        Label: SXN
    • Monster Rally–Ginger on the Wind (feat. Mira Cook)
        Release: Menagerie – Single
        Label: Monster Rally

    You can also listen at:
    https://www.c895.org/show/cafe-chill/
    https://cafechill.org

    Photo: “Trees surrounding Caramel Sky”. Alt-text: “A class of trees surrounding a Dark Yellow, Caramel-like sky in Port Orchard, WA”. Credit: Darius Doom Scott, October 2023 via Sedgwick Area. Used by permission.

    Thanks friends!

    #Ambient #AstroLogical #C895 #Chill #downtempo #früit #GaussianCurve #HorizonFire #KNHC #Koresma #ManateeCommune #MonsterRally #Nonchalant #PublicRadio #Races #radio #seattle #ShadleyPeterson #Sloslylove #SlowMagic #TheAmericanDollar #Thrupence #Vanilla

  15. The power of reframing negative thoughts

    As the self-conscious individuals that we are, it’s impossible to go an entire day with zero negative thoughts entering the mind. Despite the difficulty of that task, I used to subscribe to a ‘no-negativity’ mindset.

    It’s incredibly important to always think on the bright side and come up with the positives in any situation, but the negative thoughts don’t always have to be diminished. In fact, it’s the negative thoughts that can spur on positive thoughts if treated correctly.

    In creating training plans for other runners, I’ve often asked my athletes to subscribe to the same ‘no negative thoughts’ policy. I’ve since realized that the negative thoughts are not the problem. It’s how long we let those negative mindsets fester, and what we do about them.

    To give you an example, in my recent Sulphur Springs 50k, I recognized as early as 4 kilometres into the race that my hamstrings were already showing signs of wanting to burst out! This inherently was a negative thought, and one that I couldn’t avoid from creeping into my brain. But it’s also one that I was right to bring to the surface and recognize, so that I could then react accordingly. And that’s exactly what I did. I fuelled early and often with electrolytes, water and other nutrition to counter-act the tightness from getting worse. In the process, I managed to delay my suffering and a complete cramp until the final three kilometres of the race.

    Throughout the race, I thought about my hamstring and how it was feeling tight. But I also thought about how the guys ahead of me went out at course-record pace, and that one of them was bound to blow up. I told myself over and over “someone’s going to blow up, and it’s not going to be you.” While I did ultimately end up cramping late into the race, having a positive attitude despite my potential for misfortune allowed me to stay present, and continue to kick it into high-gear without feeling sorry for myself.

    So much of ultramarathon running is about who can delay their suffering the longest. Much of that comes from training all sides of the process, from speed to nutrition, hydration, climbing, strength, and mental fortitude. But it also comes from staying positive even when things start to not go your way. Much of what’s happening in the body when things start to go wrong are only signals and “check-engine lights”. They are not catastrophic events that become unrepairable. A lot of the time, the mind is even capable of exaggerating the pain and making it worse than it seems.

    But what I’m subscribing is not about pushing that pain away and ignoring the negativity going on inside your mind. Instead, it’s about staying present and continuing to push past the pain when it’s safe to do so. It’s about continuing to engage in self-talk and visualization throughout the race so that you can stay in the moment. It’s about preparing for those events before the race so you know exactly how you’re going to deal with them when they ultimately happen 47km into the race. It’s even about reframing those negative thoughts as positive ones.

    If I’m suddenly going slower because my hamstrings are cramping with three kilometres to go, I can think about this in several different ways without panicking. I can think about how I’ve already done the hard work to get into the position I’m in, and how lucky I am that the cramping didn’t happen earlier. I can even stay present in the moment and know that the race still isn’t over, and that I have a chance of catching what’s ahead of me if I just keep pushing. I don’t have to worry about what’s behind me and all that could go wrong. I can instead reframe my mind to think about all that could go right if I keep pushing.

    This is exactly what I did in hunting down 2nd place in my recent Sulphur Springs 50k. I hadn’t run anywhere near second place all day, and for the final twenty-kilometres, I had no idea how far ahead they were. But I kept controlling all the things that I could control and continued at my pace for as long as I could hang on, knowing that if I did, I could have a chance of hunting down that person ahead of me. Eventually, I closed the gap to just milliseconds, after not being in it with a fight whatsoever.

    Had I panicked and thrown the race away within those last three kilometres, I would have likely finished fifth or sixth, walking to the finish line after fighting for three and a half hours to stay within reach of the podium. But instead of letting the negative problem rule my race with three kilometres to go, I kept pushing right to the line, nearly securing silver instead. This is the mindset I want all of my athletes to develop.

    Negative thoughts are not inherently bad, but it’s what you do with those negative thoughts that truly matters.

    Thanks for reading & see you soon!

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  16. Coastal Evolution: the thread about a view of Leith’s disappearing Sands and their industrial past

    It’s not easy to get your head around where the shoreline was in Leith at a given time, the natural coast has been altered beyond all recognition by human activity in the last 500 years. Slowly and gradually at first, and then it marched northwards into the Forth in ever-expanding dock building activity in the 19th and first half of the 20th century. The best way to visualise it is, naturally, with a visualisation.

    The animated evolution of the shoreline at Leith, quoting source maps. © Self.

    The earliest view showing the shoreline and Leith Sands that I can think of is a beautiful sketch by John Slezer made around 1693. The sands are on the right where the figures are; notice that already by this stage there is a prominent and solid masonry breakwater. This defends the Timberbush from the sea. From the French word Bourse – for exchange – this was where imported timber was sorted, stored and traded. The stacks of timber can be seen and as this was a very valuable commodity, and the principal import source for Scotland, it had to be defended from nature. The harbour pier is a mixture of stone, turning into timber. The buildings of the Shore are on the left, the prominent tower belonging to the King’s Wark, which was brought down not long after this picture was made.

    The Piere of Lieth by John Slezer, 1693. Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    One hundred and fifty years after John Slezer’s sketch was made, Dominic Serres painted the scene. Here the artist is positioned alongside the pier, looking south towards the Shore with the Tower of the “Windmill” at its head. We can see that the pier itself has been reinforced in a rather ramshackle manner by timers and masonry. Small boats have been brought ashore, with the catch of the day being sold directly to assembled hawkers on the sands. And in he foreground we see a supply of timber; it was the old custom to float it ashore on the tides before storing it in the Timber Bush. Leith Sands ran off to the left (east) from here.

    “Back of the Old Leith Pier”, Dominic Serres, 1855. Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    While today the shoreline of Leith is almost entirely concrete and boulder breakwaters, with the little strip of sand strictly off limits behind the Dock security fences, it was not always this way.

    Leith’s modern shoreline. A sad and now inaccessible industrial wasteland. “Leith Docks, Perimiter Road, Kate Downie, 1985. © Edinburgh City Art Centre

    One hundred and fifty years prior to this, this spectacular 1886 photo by Begbie (no, not that one, I mean Thomas Vernon Begbie) shows the palisade retaining wall on the sands, formed to level the ground behind for the coming of the Edinburgh & Dalkeith Railway to South Leith in 1835. On the left we see the industrial chimneys and kilns of the glass manufactory, gas works and chemical works.

    Thomas Vernon Begbie, 1886, Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    It’s actually two photos, intended to make a panorama, and each was taken stereoscopically. I’ve joined them together and put them through a colourising app. Now, I usually avoid these apps as a matter of principle but on this occasion there is an obvious benefit in helping the features we see stand out.

    Thomas Vernon Begbie, 1886, Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    Let’s take a look up closer. On the left we can see the glass bottle kilns or “cones” of the Edinburgh and Leith Glassworks. Glassmaking arrived in Leith with the English occupation by Oliver Cromwell’s Protectorate in the 1650s, establishing itself in the Citadel of that force. It really got going a century later when it moved across the river to South Leith. Beyond are the chimneys of the Leith Gas Works and the row of vertical tubes which were the condensers. The light coloured building on the right of those is the passenger building of South Leith Station. The various sidings for the goods yard fan off to the right.

    Industries. Thomas Vernon Begbie, 1886, Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    In the middle, the proud looking fellow in his pale work clothes and a waist coat stands amongst the shoreline rocks and the whins. Note that the chemicals used in camera plates at this time were often insensitive to certain blues, and working clothes often come out looking pure white but were more likely to have been pale blue-grey denims. We see the Tower down on the Shore on the left, peeping out between the chimneys. By this time it was used as a signal station for communicating with ships entering the port, the masts of which can be seen in the distance. Behind our fellow are the goods sheds, timber sheds, railway wagons etc. of the busy dockland. Another group pose behind the palisade on his left.

    Poser. Thomas Vernon Begbie, 1886, Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    To the right we see a family picnicking amongst the whins – this scrubby, bushy coastal rough ground of coastal grasses and gorse were the natural flora of the shoreline. Children, squatting down, are scratching about in the sand on the right. In the distance,”bathing machines” make their ponderous way in and out of the sea in the middle ground, and further away still is the dock breakwater and Martello Tower. The smudge of smoke might at first suggest that there is an occupant in the tower, but it was likely never armed or garrisoned at this time, and it’s probably a passing steamship.

    Bathers on the sands. Thomas Vernon Begbie, 1886, Edinburgh and Scottish Collection, Edinburgh City Libraries.

    The people of Leith have a long history of using the sands for leisure. The annual highlight of the Leith year (and a fixture in the Scottish calendar) was the Leith Races, which you can read about on their own thread.

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