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Chris Woodyard @chriswoodyard.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Assassinated #OTD in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln. This mourning pendant and brooch show Lincoln's log cabin birthplace, formed of strands of his hair clipped during the late President's autopsy. See link for more photos. historical.ha.com/itm/politica... #TheVictorianBookoftheDead
Mourning locket showing Abraham Lincoln's log cabin made from locks of his hair. Brooch showing same log cabin, framed in pearls and red stonesMourning brooch showing Abraham Lincoln's log cabin, made of locks of his hair, framed in pearls and red stones.
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Jeff Sheldon @jeffsheldon.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
Saw Eephus today. Awesome, intimate movie about baseball, loss and change in small towns, tradition, and the quirky form of community men form through sports. It's at The Ross in Lincoln until Monday.
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Jamie Gangel @jamiegangel.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
1/2 “If Roosevelt had told Churchill to sue for peace on any terms with Adolf Hitler and to fork over Britain’s coal reserves to the United States in exchange for no American security guarantees, it might have approximated what Trump did to Zelensky.” www.nytimes.com/2025/02/28/o...
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Opinion | A Day of American Infamy
A dreadful moment for Ukraine, for the free world, for the legacy of an America that once stood for the principles of the Atlantic Charter.
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Kristian G. Andersen @kgandersen.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
NIH cuts indirect rates on grants to 15%. This will be the end of American excellence in science. Universities will struggle and many (likely most) will terminate their research programs. Independent research institutions will not be able to survive this. grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-25-068: Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement: Indirect Cost Rates
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement: Indirect Cost Rates NOT-OD-25-068. OD
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Jeff Sheldon @jeffsheldon.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
📣SPECIAL LIVE @volleyballpod.bsky.social TONIGHT📣 🏐8:00, we're joining @i80club.bsky.social to react to the big John Cook Retirement Announcement. Dani Busboom Kelly tapped as Cook's successor. Plus, a big announcement on the future of Volleyball State! www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bn1...
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Volleyball State Is Joining The I-80 Club! John Cook Retires! | I-80 Live
YouTube video by I-80 Club
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Eric Lipton NYT @ericlipton.nytimes.com · 19/01/2025
“Basically I am a cook,” Soltner, famed chef of Lutèce,, told Nation’s Restaurant News in 1987. “We are not stars. It’s nice to be recognized, but let’s draw the line.” www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/d...
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André Soltner, Famed Chef at New York’s Lutèce, Dies at 92
Customers returned again and again for his impeccable French dishes at a restaurant that one food critic said “set the gold standard.”
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Molly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
The clock is ticking www.reuters.com/business/env...
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2024 was the first year above 1.5C of global warming, scientists say
The world just experienced the first full year in which global temperatures exceeded 1.5C above pre-industrial times, scientists said on Friday.
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
May he rest in peace… www.ajc.com/news/former-...
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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, 100, dies
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at home in Georgia.
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Greg Zacharias @gwzach.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
It's a good day: the arrival of our edition's 18th volume. Henry James Letters.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
The Huskers’ 2024 season came to an abrupt end, but the future still remains bright for Nebraska. Here is a look at who is coming back, whether NU might dip into the transfer portal and what the options are at opposite. www.huskersillustrated.com/volleyball/s...
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Husker Volleyball has Much to Look Forward to in 2025
The quest continues.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
Skyler Pierce is ready and eager for her second year with the Huskers.
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Garrett M. Graff @vermontgmg.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
This is an incredible testament to the loss of local news coverage. A congresswoman disappeared for six months and no one noticed.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
More than a million people watched both national semifinals on ESPN last night. I hope they continue to give the sport the platform it deserves.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Creighton gets a commitment from former Ohio State middle blocker MB Eloise Brandewie She put up 1.45 kills and .9 blocks per set for the Buckeyes this season. She has two years of eligibility remaining.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Lexi Rodriguez added more awards to her legacy on Wednesday becoming the first 4-time All-American libero. The NPOY finalist continues to break new ground. “You don't know how many little girls want to be Lexi Rodriguez right now,” NU coach John Cook said. www.huskersillustrated.com/volleyball/s...
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Husker Players reel in Individual Awards
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Another day, another historic feat for Lexi Rodriguez.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
The national semifinals will have a distinctive Nebraskan flair. Yes, the Huskers are playing, but each of the three other teams has players from the Cornhusker State on their rosters. The volleyball-centric culture of the Nebraska has spread nationwide. www.huskersillustrated.com/volleyball/s...
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Nebraskans Everywhere at Final Four
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Elle Glock grew up in a basketball family.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Nebraska is on the court for their open practice session at the KFC Yum!
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Big Ten Volleyball @b1gvolleyball.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
#B1GVolleyball 🤝 Final Four The Big Ten has a big presence at NCAA Volleyball's final weekend, which is nothing new for legendary programs like Nebraska and Penn State.
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The Big Ten is Back in the Final Four | Emily Ehman Reacts to Penn State vs. Nebraska
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Nebraska players garnered four All-American awards on Wednesday. Lexi Rodriguez led the way with her fourth honor joining elite company in Husker history. Andi Jackson made the 1st team, while Bergen Reilly and Harper Murray were on the 2nd team. www.huskersillustrated.com/volleyball/s...
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Husker Players reel in Individual Awards
LOUISVILLE – Another day, another historic feat for Lexi Rodriguez.
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Sym @symmering.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
ESPN PR announced the top five NCAA women's volleyball tournament regional viewership figures: Wisconsin-Nebraska on ABC (Sun): 798K Creighton-Penn State on ESPN (Sun): 674K Dayton-Nebraska on ESPN2 (Fri): 617K Texas A&M-Wisconsin on ESPN2 (Fri): 524K Stanford-Louisville on ESPN2 (Sat): 514K
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Sym @symmering.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Additionally, the PVF announced the first-ever All-Star match will take place on Feb. 22 at 1:30pm ET and air nationally on CBS. provolleyball.com/news/2024/12...
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PVF Makes History With Inaugural All-Star Match To Air Nationally On CBS - Pro Volleyball Federation
Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF), the leading professional volleyball league in the United States, has announced its inaugural All-Star Match, set to take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Fisher...
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
The AVCA First Serve event is coming back and will be in Lincoln next year. Also, the event will be during the weekend. I would expect this to be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Harper Murray showed out during the regional round. Her confidence and skills help power Nebraska to another national semifinal and earned MVP in the process. “We want to play our best in December, and that's exactly what she's doing,” Bergen Reilly said. www.huskersillustrated.com/volleyball/s...
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Murray Takes Her Game to Higher Level in Wisconsin Win
Harper Murray appeared to be in disbelief.
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Greg Zacharias @gwzach.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Well worth watching. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwNE...
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Creighton Volleyball Press Conference at Penn State - 12/15/24
YouTube video by Creighton Athletics
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Greg Zacharias @gwzach.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Great win yesterday by Nebraska vs Wisconsin. Unbelievable atmosphere all match in the Bob. Notice the 2 Wisconsin fans in our row escaping right after the match.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
Here is my three takeaways from the victory over Dayton (Spoiler: Murray was featured prominently): www.youtube.com/watch?v=emdr... Also check out the photo gallery from @ReggiePhotog: www.huskersillustrated.com/multimedia/p...
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Lincoln Arneal with his three thoughts after the Huskers defeat Dayton 3-1.
YouTube video by Huskers Illustrated
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Big Ten Network @btn.com · 14/12/2024
John Colquitt was electric after winning the 60m hurdle ⚡ His time of 7.96 in Indiana’s Early Bird Meet yesterday is 3rd best in Hoosier history and the 20th best in the NCAA this season 😤 #B1GTF
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John Colquitt Wins 60M Hurdle at Early Bird Meet | Indiana Track & Field
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
No. 2 Creighton closes this time to win the second set 25-19 over No. 3 Texas. The match is tied 1-1. Martin has 10 kills while Sis is up to 8. Creighton's middles got more involved as Goetzinger and Reinhardt combined for 6 kills. Skinner has 10 kills on 30 attacks.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Homeboy stopped the wrong lady (H/T @agirlhasnopres.bsky.social )
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 11/12/2024
On Aug. 12, 1958, Art Kane gathered 58 jazz notables in front of a Harlem brownstone for a group portrait. Only one of its subjects is still alive: the saxophonist Sonny Rollins, 94, who spoke about the historic image.
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58 Jazz Musicians Were Photographed for ‘Harlem 1958.' Only One Remains.
Art Kane’s “Harlem 1958” gathered giants of the music. Sonny Rollins, 94, looks back at the historic picture.
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
“It said that eastern migratory monarchs have declined by about 80 percent while western monarchs have declined by more than 95 percent – giving the western group a 99 percent chance of going extinct by 2080.” thehill.com/policy/energ...
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Biden proposes protections for monarch butterfly
The Biden administration is proposing protections for the monarch butterfly – though the protections face an uncertain future in the incoming Trump administration.  The Fish and Wildlife Servi…
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Quise @marquisedavon.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
i hope i die warmed by the life that i tried to live — Nikki Giovanni
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Jamie Gangel @jamiegangel.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
May her memory be a blessing — Renowned poet and Black arts movement icon Nikki Giovanni dies at 81 www.npr.org/2024/12/09/n...
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Renowned poet and Black arts movement icon Nikki Giovanni dies at 81
The poet and activist was a leading figure of the Black Arts Movement. Giovanni was working on her upcoming book of poetry, set to publish in the fall.
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Greg Zacharias @gwzach.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
A great story. flatwaterfreepress.org/how-am-i-sur...
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‘How am I surviving right now?’: Star players for tournament-bound Creighton juggle nursing, volleyball - Flatwater Free Press
Creighton University is the only top-10 volleyball team in the country with nursing students on its roster. Two of those players face a difficult decision: pursue nursing or take a shot at playing in ...
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
When they talk about privatizing Veterans’ care and Medicare, they mean allowing companies to provide healthcare for a profit. But how do companies make those profits? By *denying* care to many who need it. Don’t get fooled by the “privatization” label. It means “for profit” and YOU are the cost.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Nebraska took care of business against Miami Saturday night. Check out the images in this free photo gallery from @ReggiePhotog: www.huskersillustrated.com/multimedia/p...
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The Huskers sweep Miami and move on to the sweet 16.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Air Jackson
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James @cutlassjames.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Husker Volleyball just dropped this new hype video for the start of the playoffs. Flip the switch.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Omaha survives the fifth set 15-13 against Lindenwood in the first round of the NIVC. Jurgensmeier led the Mavericks with 18 kills at a .341 clip. and 5 blocks. Arnold added 12 kills as Omaha hit .277. Ruch had 9K, 5B. The Lions hit .149 led by 12 kills from Wilson and Geluck.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
After dropping the third set 26-24, No. 5 Dayton responds by winning the fourth 25-10 to earn a 3-1 victory over South Carolina. Almodovar recorded 22 kills, 4 aces and 13 digs. The Flyers hit .312 with 11 aces. Whitesides also had 22 kills to pace the Gamecocks.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
No. 5 Marquette sweeps Florida Gulf Coast 20, 22, 22. The Golden Eagles hit .394 led by 14 kills from Hamilton at a .444 clip. Ring added 11 kills. Anchante tallied 39 assists, 15 digs and 3 kills. English led FGCU with 14 kills.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
No. 4 Purdue is pushed by Western Michigan but earns a 21, 23, 22 sweep. WMU led 23-21 in the second set, but Purdue closed on a 4-0 run. Hudson finished with 21 kills at a .455 clip and 5 blocks. Chicoine had 12 kills. The Boilermakers hit .387 and will play Loyola on Friday.
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Lincoln Arneal @lincolnvb.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Upset in Omaha! Mississippi wins its first NCAA match by taking the fifth set 15-13 from No. 7 Florida State. Brgoch hit .500 with 19 kills. Superior grad Shayla Meyer chipped in 13 kills and 16 digs. Ole Miss coach Bre Henry was a grad manager at Nebraska. Louis had 21 kills for FSU.
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James @cutlassjames.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Huskers are B1G Champs for the 5th time since joining the conference in 2011, they share the title with Penn State this year.
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The New York Review of Books @nybooks.com · 22/11/2024
“Maybe it is simply the representation of persons that explains Sargent’s enduring appeal.” —an interview with Ruth Bernard Yeazell
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The Pen and the Brush | Ruth Bernard Yeazell
“Style is what finally draws me most profoundly to writers and artists.”
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