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Justin du Coeur

@jducoeur.bsky.social
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Geek of all stripes: SCA, LARP, Programming (especially Scala these days), Fandom, Board Games, Comics and other media, etc

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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Seriously, folks — it’s way past time for the #SCA to get the hell off #Facebook, but this looks to be the nail in the coffin: social.growyourown.services/@homegrown/1...
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Grow Your Own Services 🌱 (@homegrown@social.growyourown.services)
Facebook/Meta are now demanding a monthly fee from owners of Facebook Pages to post links to outside sites: https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/facebook-pages-get-charged-for-link-posts/830743 The...
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Salar Rahmanian @salarrahmanian.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📰 New Scala News is out: the August 31, 2026 edition, with dependent types, sbt plugin classpath isolation, an sbt security fix and more. The site's had a refresh too! www.scalanews.net/Archive/2026... cc @scala-lang.org @armanbil.ge @hktpe.bsky.social @eed3si9n.com @jducoeur.bsky.social
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Scala News - August 31, 2026
Scala News for August 31, 2026: 8 articles from Scala bloggers, including "Dependent Types Primer in Scala".
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Gretchen McCulloch @gretchenmcculloch.com · 08/09/2026
I have received news of a perfectly named cafe located on the waterfront of Nova Scotia's capital, if you know what I mean
"Broken Man cafe" sign on a big plate glass window, through which one can see cafe tables and chairs and backs of people's heads. In the distance, a sign indicates that this is Pier 22 on the Halifax waterfront
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The #MA #DPH cancelled Biobot (our super-useful wastewater #COVID tracking system), promising to replace it with something newer. I see no sign of any progress at all on that front. This *should* be a scandal for the governor's office: their carelessness is endangering our health...
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
One of the most legendary SF stories - I read it young, and it helped cement my fondness for Bradbury. (The excellent Wally Wood comic adaptation is also recommended.) Very weird when The Distant Future turns out to be Yesterday.
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Edd Coates | Game UI Database @eddcoates.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
LinkedIn added an "AI slop" button. The U-Turn is happening, expect to see a lot more of this from other tech companies.
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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
RAPIDAN: We “no longer assume a near-term return to freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Instead, we expect ongoing military risks to constrain vessel transits .. well into next year ..” 👀
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Your Local Epidemiologist @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
1/ Over the weekend, the FDA announced that a lettuce sample from Taylor Farms tested positive for Cyclospora. Within 24 hours, the FDA backtracked, calling the result a false positive. Taylor Farms quickly deleted its own posts about its bagged lettuce and boasted the FDA had apologized to them.
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Micro SF/F by O. Westin @microsff.com · 03/07/2026
Bouba woke with a start, her strong, round arms reaching out to grab a weapon. "You're safe. I healed you." A comforting voice. Bouba looked. A skinny witch, all angles, smiled at her. "Kiki?" "Long time no see. When did you get so hard?" The big warrior laughed. "When did you get so soft?"
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(((Tendar))) @tendar.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The now famous explosion of the roof-tossing oil silo in Moscow, Russia, was probably caused by a Russian air defense missile. Absolutely hilarious.
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Alex Wild @alexwild.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
tl,dr; Scientists no longer allowed to use federal funding to publish, attend meetings, or talk to the public. They cannot collaborate internationally. Grants can be cancelled for any reason, at any time, political appointees have a final say over what gets funded, and who gets funded.
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David Slack @slack2thefuture.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
The last 10 years in a nutshell: Nazi: I’m a Nazi! Media: Outspoken Man Touts Unconventional Ideas Nazi: No, I’m just a Nazi. Media: Meet the Dapper White Nationalist Who— Nazi: No, seriously! I’m quoting Mein Kampf! I love Hitler! Media: Why Both Sides Have an Extremist Problem.
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Mx. Chopped Liver America @batsnthelibrary.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Hope we're getting some I SURVIVED THE BIG BOOM 2026 merch!
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WEATHER IS HAPPENING @weatherishappening.com · 30/05/2026
/ THE BIG BOOM WAS A METEOR / A FIREBALL / A BOLIDE / U CULD SEE IT STREAM ACROSS THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST / CAUSING A BIG BOOM / THE BIG BOOM THAT U HEARD IN BOSTON / THE BIG BOOM THAT U HEARD IN PROVIDENCE / THE BIG BOOM THAT U HEARD IN LOWELL / & EVREWHERE ELSE / REPENT 2 UR WEATHER LORDS
SATELLITE IMAGERY OF THE ENTIRE WESTERN HEMISPHERE SHOWING A FIREBALL (BOLIDE) OFF THE MASSACHUSETTS COASTSATELLITE IMAGERY OF THE NORTHEAST UNITED STATES EMPIRE SHOWING A FIREBALL (BOLIDE) OFF THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST
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WBZ News @wbztv.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Meteor explodes off Massachusetts coast, causing loud boom, meteorologist confirms
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Meteor explodes off Massachusetts coast, causing loud boom, meteorologist confirms
A meteor exploded off the coast of Massachusetts, causing a loud boom to be heard throughout the state Saturday afternoon, according to WBZ-TV Chief Meteorologist Eric Fisher.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Having spent the past couple of months seriously programming with the current-gen #LLMs, I wrote up what it's been like: jducoeur.dreamwidth.org/2026/05/30/l... tl;dr: it's useful, but don't expect miracles or a free ride if you want good results.
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🌈Dr. Frizzle @swilua.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
NEW EXAMPLE FOR FONT LESSON JUST DROPPED
It’s a Portuguese add and it’s “Final” volleyball but it looks like “anal” which is confusing cause they’re all women and men are the ones more into anal cause of their prostate gland orgasm potential? I’ve heard?? Can’t say that in the lesson shoot
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Jack - amatica health @jackamatica.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Researchers have identified the cause of clotting seen after some COVID vaccines. In certain people, a common inherited gene version plus prior adenovirus exposure led to an immune mistake that triggered clotting.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Reminder that even #Massachusetts can be dumb: www.fightforthefuture.org/news/2026-04... tl;dr: #MA House passed a bill that is *wildly* invasive of #online #privacy, in the name of "think of the children!" pearl-clutching.
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Massachusetts House advances unconstitutional social media ban bill that will harm LGBTQ youth and human rights
The Massachusetts House has advanced H. 5349, a draconian and laughably unconstitutional bill that would ban minors from social media, force social media platforms to enable parental surveillance of teenagers’ online activity, and subject everyone to privacy-invading online ID checks in order to access information or speak out online. Dozens of civil liberties, racial justice, […]
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eerie dickgirl @eigenvectrix.northsky.social · 28/01/2026
Have found tumblr user probablyday's #woosterposting series. In shock
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Margaret Killjoy @margaret.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Another question I came here with was: how effective are the whistles and honking? Does it stop abductions? And the answer is, surprisingly to my cynical self, yes, and often. I have talked to so many people who have successfully interrupted kidnappings.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
I love my local representative *so* much. Content warning for near-lethal levels of well-deserved sarcasm...
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
Starting to look like the end may be coming for LiveJournal: many years after much of the English-language community evacuated from there, life is getting harder for the Russian-language folks, as discussed in some detail here.
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
TurboTax is about to be integrated into ChatGPT, where customers will be guided through tasks tied to their tax filings or financial profile by the AI chatbot. TurboTax owner Intuit is also paying OpenAI more than $100 million a year to power AI agents.
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The Scala Programming Language @scala-lang.org · 11/11/2025
We salute the revival of Boston Scala Enthusiasts, a meetup group that in past years was a crucible of significant libraries, books, and conferences. The first meeting of the new edition will feature Haoyi Li (@lihaoyi.com) speaking about the Mill build tool. www.meetup.com/boston-area...
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Boston Area Scala Enthusiasts | Meetup
Welcome to the Boston Area Scala Enthusiasts! This Meetup group is dedicated to bringing together developers, engineers, and enthusiasts who are passionate about functional programming with Scala. Join us to discuss the latest trends, share best practices, and collaborate on exciting projects. Wheth
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Jake Wilson for Somerville @jake4somerville.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Amazing getting a sneak preview of The Hollows on Saturday night. Some great callbacks to Rudy's and I can't wait to try out the full menu. Great addition to Teele Square!
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Bethany Brookshire @beebrookshire.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
I have been traveling and today I present to you...the thing I saw in the Frankfurt airport. Is it efficient? Undeniably. Does it probably work better than the normal way? Oh certainly. Produce less of a mess? Probably? But the existence of Condiment Udders gives me a deep, aghast disquiet.
A hotdog and pretzel stand with large hanging bottles of mustard, ketchup, and mayonnaise. The bottoms contain squeeze tubes to dispense the condiments.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Bloody awful. More context: www.erininthemorning.com/p/fenway-hea... Spread the word, especially to anyone you know who uses Fenway Health -- we need customers speaking up.
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Fenway Health Restricts Treatment for Patients Under 19 In Capitulation To Trump
“This is a fundamental betrayal to the core mission of Fenway and the patients they serve.”
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
Razza-frazzing #Bluesky is logging me out every time I look away, it seems like. (Okay, it's clearly taking at least a few hours. But I'm having to log in multiple times a day in the browser - every time somebody sends me a link, pretty much.) Anybody know if something changed recently?
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TProphet @tprophet.org · 23/09/2025
1/ Hi, I'm TProphet. I write the Telecom Informer for @2600.com. A lot of people have been asking me about www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat... given that I'm somewhat knowledgeable in the area. Here's my take: I'm kind of astonished that this is public, and it isn't normal that it would ever be.
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Secret Service agents dismantle network that could shut down New York cellphone system
Agents discovered electronic devices in five locations in and around the city that could be used to disable cellphone towers. The system could also be used for criminal activities.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
Starting a new series of articles, trying to really drill into how to build a modern "Web of Trust", which seems to be desperately needed at this point: jducoeur.dreamwidth.org/1668137.html Check it out, and join in the conversation!
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Kerry Reid (she/her) @kerryreid.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
A friend took this at a rally today and I barked laughing.
Sign at rally with picture of Malort bottle reading Go Ahead...Chicago Drinks Tear Gas By The Ounce.
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Ada Palmer @adapalmer.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
ACTION OPPORTUNITY: Public Comment Period for urging CDC to restore old guidelines that everyone get COVID vaccine access, opposing new restriction to high-risk only (which will reduce number of places stocking it & make it easier for insurance to deny coverage). Commenting takes literally 1 minute!
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Max Berger @maxberger.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Every blue-haired they/them liberal arts grad living in NYC is tougher than this sad little bitch.
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Techdirt @techdirt.com · 28/07/2025
Oh My God, TAKE IT DOWN Kills Parody Donald Trump is a notorious media bully. He uses lawsuits, executive power, and political pressure to punish critics and bend institutions to his will. Disney, Meta, and Paramount have since paid out multi-million-dollar settlements over content disputes. CBS…
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Oh My God, TAKE IT DOWN Kills Parody
Donald Trump is a notorious media bully. He uses lawsuits, executive power, and political pressure to punish critics and bend institutions to his will. Disney, Meta, and Paramount have since paid out multi-million-dollar settlements over content disputes. CBS News leaders resigned. Colbert’s show was canceled. The AP was barred from the White House. Even Rupert Murdoch is now being sued…
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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
Good morning! I'm in Uganda to visit family and friends. But depending on your perspective, don't worry or I'm sorry: I'll be back by the end of the month. See you soon, NYC.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
For those who haven't already seen this horror story: it appears that at least some #Hyatt hotels are using smoke detectors *specifically designed* to falsely claim that you were smoking in your room, and slap a huge fine on you. threadreaderapp.com/thread/19459...
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Thread by @_ZachGriff on Thread Reader App
@_ZachGriff: I was just scammed by a @Hyatt hotel — and what I’ve uncovered so far points to a *much* bigger issue. A 🧵 (1/13) It started when I checked out of Hyatt’s Pell Hotel near...
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
#NameAndShame time -- #Citibank has managed to lose us as CC customers, after many years of using them heavily, by not only managing to charge us over $200 in late fees for a *four day* late payment, but then adding yet more because they *lost our check* for two weeks. Bloody incompetents...
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Phil Foglio @thephilfoglio.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
#girlgenius Hated to do it, but we started a GoFundMe. These are chaotic times, and no mistake, and all of a sudden we realized they were chaosing all over us. (www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-f...) Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Donate to Help the Foglios Through Unexpected Challenges, organized by Phil Foglio
We are Kaja & Phil Foglio, creators of the Girl Genius webcomic and owners … Phil Foglio needs your support for Help the Foglios Through Unexpected Challenges
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METR @metr.org · 10/07/2025
We ran a randomized controlled trial to see how much AI coding tools speed up experienced open-source developers. The results surprised us: Developers thought they were 20% faster with AI tools, but they were actually 19% slower when they had access to AI than when they didn't.
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Arisia @arisia.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
The Arisia Long Range Planning Committee would like you to join them to talk about...The Future of Arisia. In-person: Th, July 24, 7-9pm at the Hyatt Regency Cambridge Online: Sun, July 27, 2-4pm on zoom at buff.ly/b7hAi1z If you can’t make either meeting, email us at lrp@arisia.org
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Mr. Blabalino 🇳🇴🇺🇸💙 @blabalino.com · 25/06/2025
Due to Donald Trump, the US now has zero global credibility. It will take many years to repair this damage.
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Horrible to realize that something like this has largely been missed in all the other horrors: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... The idea that veterans can lose their hospital support for their political views is very on-brand for the Trumpists, but wildly anti-American...
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VA hospitals remove politics and marital status from guidelines protecting patients from discrimination
Department of Veterans Affairs says the changes come in response to a Trump executive order ‘defending women’
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Reported numbers vary widely for each, but the No Kings protests probably got between twenty to a hundred times as many people as Trump's pathetic little parade. (Maybe even more.) It was loud, joyful, and generally great. Stuff like that gives me hope that we will yet get out of this mess...
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
For those in the US who haven't already heard -- Trump's birthday (and tinpot-dictator military parade) on Saturday is an *excellent* time for nationwide mass protest: nokings.org Y'all join in if you can -- it's time to upstage the asshole. Spread the word!
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No Kings
On June 14—Flag Day—Donald Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday. A spectacle meant to look like strength. But real power isn’t staged in Washington. ...
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Chris Dwan (he/him) @somershade.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Clicking the "previous story" link at the bottom of the article (just below the credulous quote from the Mayor's chief of staff) brings us to a more balanced take from just two weeks ago. The Mayor's intransigence on four years terms has cost us -years-. www.cambridgeday.com/2025/04/12/m... 2/?
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Mayor's call for four-year terms by 2028 holds up Somerville charter change process, councilors say - Cambridge Day
The clock is ticking on an attempt to let voters decide this fall on changes to the governing system and structure of the city, and some officials in Somerville are frustrated that approval is delayed...
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Justin du Coeur @jducoeur.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Things are getting scarier, and this one is particularly worth paying attention to. Note the later provisions here, and think about their implications. Put it together, and this is none-too-quietly laying the groundwork for martial law: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
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Strengthening and Unleashing America's Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1.  Purpose and
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Seth Cotlar @sethcotlar.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
There are over 700 Oregon businesses that have chosen to be listed as pro-MAGA businesses on this website, including the CrossFit gym in my neighborhood. www.publicsquare.com/search/busin...
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America's Marketplace
America's Marketplace
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Tom Scocca @tomscocca.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
"The Agriculture Department will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their products, halting a Biden Administration effort to prevent food poisoning from contaminated meat." www.seattletimes.com/business/usd...
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USDA withdraws a plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry
The Agriculture Department says it is withdrawing a plan to limit salmonella bacteria in poultry products.
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The Secret Barrister @barristersecret.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Christ alive. We’re all doomed.
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