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Jackie Barrientes

@barrientes.bsky.social
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Social Media Specialist - Space Telescopes, Digital Audience Strategist, UNTx/AzSU alum, knitter, wine/bourbon drinker, Texas native, Baltimore 🇲🇽🇺🇸 Unitedstatesofwine.blog

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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 9h
Funny how both the Astros and Red Sox were wearing "No Time Like October" shirts when their seasons didn't make it past September. #WildCard
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Secretary of Defense Rock @sodrock.bsky.social · 12h
>>>>>>win first playoff series in 20 years
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 12h
STScI: The APT server is still experiencing issues. The deadline is extended to October 1, 2026 at 5pm Eastern time for all proposers. There are (or will be) banners on APT and the help desk.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 13h
Thank you, Chicago White Sox, for taking out the Houston Astros. 🤍🖤 Signed, a Texas Rangers fan
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 13h
Stuck watching the MLB Wild Card games on Universo because I refuse to sign up for yet another subscription like Peacock.
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Mike Boylan-Kolchin @mbkplus.bsky.social · 15h
Schrödinger’s opening paragraph: laudatory or derogatory?
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts
- - In late August, Avi Loeb, the world's most renowned scientist
hunting for extraterrestrials on
earth, traveled to the inner sanctum of American intelligence operations in McLean, Virginia, looking for once-secret information.
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LadyBusiness @ladybusiness.bsky.social · 15h
On my way to a job interview, smartly leaving the iced coffee at home
Tom Ford spring 2027 runway look
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 19h
#NASARoman’s fine-guidance system, which allows the observatory to lock very steadily onto its targets during observations, passed a spate of tests from Sept. 15 to 21. Then on Sept. 22, the mission’s Coronagraph Instrument opened its eyes to cosmic light for the very first time.
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NASA Checks Roman Guidance System, Takes First Coronagraph Observation - NASA Science
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope's fine-guidance system, which allows the observatory to lock very steadily onto its targets during observations,
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 29/09/2026
Astronomers theorize that the black hole at the center of Centaurus A influences the region as it feeds and launches powerful outflows. Learn more about the impact of its central black hole with a printable poster of this observation from #NASAWebb: go.nasa.gov/4hwsDlf
A horizontally oriented poster with an image of Centaurus A against a black background. The galaxy is brightest at its center, where a brilliant white and pink glow radiates outward. Wispy, ‘S’-shaped ribbons of pink arc above and below the center of the image. A parallelogram-shaped band of gray and white dust cuts across the middle of the galaxy. The galaxy’s outer edges fade into soft textures that stretch toward the left and right sides of the image. Along the bottom is a series of thin vertical bars ranging from purple at left to blue, green, yellow, orange, and red at right. Bars are separated slightly, with black in between. Bar colors are brightest at the bottom, fading up to black. Brightness varies from bar to bar, giving the array an undulating feel. At upper right is text that reads, “National Aeronautics and Space Administration” and NASA’s blue, white, and red meatball insignia. Title text appears at lower left that says, “James Webb Space Telescope: Centaurus A.”
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The Cornell story keeps going round and round in my head. The brutality of it, the lack of consequences for those monsters. I want to cry and scream, and set the world on fire. For this woman, and for all of us who have been subject to sex abuse. I've reached a level of insanity in my fury.
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NBC News @nbcnews.com · 28/09/2026
Residents of Mexico’s Baja California Sur state are boarding up homes as Hurricane Polo comes down on the peninsula, threatening high winds, floods and mudslides.
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Hurricane Polo bears down on Mexico’s Baja California peninsula with risk of life-threatening flooding
The Category 3 storm is expected to hit the Mexican mainland after lashing the state of Baja California Sur with heavy rains, potentially causing dangerous flooding and mudslides.
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Juli Gittinger aka Dr G @jlgittinger.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Read this thread:
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Sarah O @erniebufflo.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
THIRTY FIVE PERCENT of college women at Cornell reported "nonconsensual sexual contact" in a 2025 survey. Shut. It. All. Down.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A 2025 survey conducted by Cornell found that 35% of undergraduate women reported experiencing "nonconsensual sexual contact." They have 16,138 undergrads, which is 53.9% female. So 8,698 women. 🚨 According to Cornell's study, 3,044 of those women have experienced "nonconsensual sexual contact." 🚨
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
One day, women will be in charge. We'll run the country, schools, workplaces, etc. And when we do, we'll get our revenge. We'll make suffer the rapists, assaulters, harassers, the abusive exes, the married supervisors who touched, the male teachers who stood too close. (1/2)
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amanda moore 🐢 @noturtlesoup17.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I know for a fact an ICE detainment happened. I am being told it does not exist. That is what I need help with. If you have any insight, my DM‘s are open
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
As a born and raised Texas-based Dallas Cowboys fan who now lives in Baltimore, this game is tearing me apart. I hope both teams have fun. (But still want the Cowboys to win.) #NFL #BALvDAL
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
I think this shows how monumentally stupid JD Vance is, that he walked right into that. Anyone with any clue could have seen that set-up a mile away.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
I've been following Bobby Pulido's campaign from Maryland because I grew up in the neighboring district and know who he is. He is the most like the people I grew up with, a conservative democrat and a good person. The people who help each other out.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Katalyst Space Technologies announced the demise of its three-armed spacecraft named Link as it plunged back to Earth on Friday. The Swift Observatory is expected to follow in early November as its orbit steadily sinks. 🔭
apnews.com
Private spacecraft falls back to Earth after failing to rescue aging NASA telescope
The robotic spacecraft that failed to rescue an aging NASA telescope has plunged back to Earth less than three months after launching on the bold mission.
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 25/09/2026
NASA has now confirmed all ground stations supporting the agency’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope are ready to receive the mission’s high volume of data once science operations begin by early 2027. #NASARoman 🔭
science.nasa.gov
NASA’s Roman Team Confirms Ground Stations Receiving Data - NASA Science
NASA has now confirmed all ground stations supporting the agency’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope are ready to receive the mission’s high volume of data
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Dang it! My local team (the Washington Mystics) against my favorite player (Angel Reese). #WNBA
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Pep Guardiola's Frustration in Football
ALT: Pep Guardiola's Frustration in Football
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Reuters @reuters.com · 25/09/2026
Alcaraz calls for end to late-night finishes at Grand Slams reut.rs/46I5NlO
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Alcaraz calls for end to late-night finishes at Grand Slams
Carlos Alcaraz has had enough of pulling all-nighters at Grand Slams, urging organisers to finish play by 11 p.m. after his US Open title defence came to an end in a gruelling ​3:33 a.m. finish earlier this month.
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ESO @eso.org · 25/09/2026
If you are a PhD student in astronomy or related scientific fields, you can still apply for the ESO Studentship Programme 2026/2027. Positions are available at our offices in Germany and Chile. Apply by: 20 October 2026. Details: recruitment.eso.org 🔭 #ESOjobs
A view of the La Silla Observatory. Several telescope domes are visible across a rocky landscape. Layers of distant mountains stretch towards the horizon beneath an orange and yellow sky. Image by ESO/B. Tafreshi (twanight.org).
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
They're just members of the Foot Clan coming back up to surface after getting their asses kicked by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
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Meet the Press @meetthepress.com · 24/09/2026
Lawmakers battle National Archives over plans to move historical Asian American records nbcnews.to/4AwwqYk
Lawmakers battle National Archives over plans to move historical Asian American records
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I once brought an iced coffee (or tea?) into an interview for a job that I was an ideal candidate for. They didn't call me back. Ever. But if bringing in an ice coffee was their line in the sand, I'm glad I didn't get the job.
cbc.ca
Is it unprofessional to bring iced coffee to a job interview? Gen Z is being dragged for it | CBC News
The debate has divided the internet and generations, with some saying that bringing a beverage to a job interview projects an unserious attitude, and others defending their right to remain caffeinated...
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
FOOD RECALL: More than 150,000 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat products have been recalled nationwide. The recalled products include ground pork, chorizo, pork chops, pork ribs and feet, beef ribs and oxtail, goat cuts and other meat items sold under the A&D Foods label.
wbaltv.com
Beef, pork and goat products recalled nationwide as highest warning issued
More than 150,000 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat products have been recalled nationwide.
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 23/09/2026
One of the most transformational telescopes of modern time has reached another major milestone—200,000 orbits around Earth. Hubble’s observation from that day is a part of its defining legacy, measuring the expansion rate of the universe: go.nasa.gov/4h812b9 🔭
Dozens of galaxies on the black background of space observed by Hubble. Most of the galaxies are small white splotches. Some galaxies are more oval shaped, others are circular. Toward the center-left is a larger, fuzzy white oval.
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 22/09/2026
Planets beyond our Solar System are extremely difficult to observe. It’s equivalent to trying to take a photograph of a firefly next to a lighthouse from thousands of miles away. TONIGHT at 7 p.m. ET, STScI's Dr. Emily Rickman will chat about the Webb technology behind imaging alien worlds. 🔭
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How to Image Alien Worlds
Planets beyond our Solar System, known as exoplanets, are extremely difficult to observe. It's equivalent to trying to take a photograph of a firefly next to a lighthouse from thousands of miles away. The James Webb Space Telescope includes sophisticat...
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Texas Rangers are going to need to clean up in the last six games of the season. Has someone burned sage Globe Life yet? #StraightUpTexas #MLB 🕯️*manifesting 2023*🕯️
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Corey Seager's Powerful Hit for Texas Rangers
ALT: Corey Seager's Powerful Hit for Texas Rangers
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Another day, another way my alma mater is making me feel ashamed. #UNT
ntdaily.com
University removes LGBTQ+ archive page after social media post by Texas representative
The university took down the homepage of its LGBTQ+ archive, a collaborative project documenting queer culture and history, following a post on X by Texas Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian).
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 22/09/2026
When two galaxies meet a “fireworks” show of star formation can occur. When #NASAWebb peered at starburst galaxy Messier 82 in infrared light, it pierced through dust to reveal hot galactic wind extending from the core where millions of stars are being born. Credit: STScI.
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NWSL @nwslsoccer.com · 22/09/2026
Championship is more than just a match; it's an entire WEEK 🌟 NWSL Champ Week has something for everyone; we'll see you in D.C.! More info: www.nwslsoccer.com/championship
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
MOON JOY!
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
“Virginia is committed to finding its own identity and moving beyond just the standards,” says Wine Enthusiast writer-at-large Cheron Cowan. “Petit Manseng, Albariño and Tannat are being produced by a number of wineries, due to the grapes’ abilities to thrive in challenging climatic conditions.”
wineenthusiast.com
The 10 Best Virginia Wineries (and More) to Visit Right Now
To understand Virginia’s booming wine scene, add these expert-loved wineries, restaurants and more to your travel itinerary.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Just watched "Supergirl" and I'm so upset that I didn't watch this at the theater. It was such a great movie!
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Headbanging Kara Zor-el
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MLB @mlbbot.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Jumping over the catcher but the camera angles keep getting cooler:
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Matt Lombardo @mattlombardo.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Ole Miss playing like this is legitimately a personal affront.
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Chris Jackson @chriscjackson.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Very fitting tribute by Texas A&M to Pete Hegseth by losing against an extremely lesser opponent.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Wasn't expecting the Lane Kiffin - Lindsey Buckingham comparison, but it was perfect. Well done, ABC. #NCAAF #CFB #FleetwoodMac
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Telling Danny he can't set the new couch on fire, even though his Kentucky just beat #9 Texas A&M. #NCAAF #CFB
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Watched Trey Mancini officially retire as a Baltimore Oriole, and I cried. #Birdland
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CousinOzzie @cousinozzie.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
I read this as, "replace mcafee with Jim Cantore", and I couldn't agree more.
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Mikey in DFW @mdwdfw.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Give McAfee Jim Cantore’s beat and maybe he’ll actually get blow away by a hurricane.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Hispanic Heritage Night in #Birdland
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Space Telescope Science Institute @stsci.edu · 18/09/2026
Scientists call this region the Extreme Outer Galaxy due to its location at the edge of our Milky Way. It contains two massive molecular clouds from which clusters of stars are actively forming, as captured in this #NASAWebb image: bit.ly/4fRIdZ4
A star-forming region. At center right is a compact star cluster composed of luminous red, blue, and white points of light. Faint jets with clumpy, diffuse material extend in various directions from the bright cluster. Above and to the right is a smaller cluster of stars. Translucent red wisps of material stretch across the scene. Background galaxies are scattered across this swath of space, appearing as small blue-white and orange-white dots or fuzzy, thin disks.
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Jackie Barrientes @barrientes.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
MapQuest has a store now, where you can buy "It's the Gulf of Mexico" shirt!
merch.mapquest.com
MapQuest Merch - Official Store
Get on the map with official MapQuest merch and logo wear!
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