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‘No Kings’ protests against Trump bring a street party vibe as GOP calls them ‘hate America’ rallies

WASHINGTON (AP) — Protesting the direction of the country under President Donald Trump, people gathered Saturday in the nation’s capital and communities across the U.S. for “No Kings” demonstrations.

These protests have been described by the president’s Republican Party as “Hate America” rallies. Participants carried signs with messages such as “Nothing is more patriotic than protesting” and “Resist Fascism.”

https://www.wivb.com/news/political-news/ap-politics/ap-no-kings-protests-against-trump-planned-nationwide-in-what-the-gop-calls-hate-america-rallies/

Town of Superior hosting Kukur Dihar ‘Day of the Dog’ festival

The town of Superior is excited to announce its upcoming Kukur Dihar “Day of the Dog” festival!

Join us on Sunday, October 19, from noon to 2 p.m. at Autrey Dog Park for a fun-filled celebration honoring our beloved canine companions.

Don’t miss this special event—bring your furry friends and enjoy the festivities!
https://kdvr.com/denver-guide/town-of-superior-hosting-kukur-dihar-day-of-the-dog-festival/

Slipknot Sue Slipknot.com Domain Squatter After 24 Years

A cyber-squatter has been occupying the domain slipknot.com for 24 years. During this time, they have been using the URL to advertise counterfeit merchandise associated with the metal band Slipknot.

Now, Slipknot has taken legal action and is suing to reclaim the domain name. This move aims to protect the band’s brand and prevent the sale of unauthorized products.
https://www.stereogum.com/2326947/slipknot-sue-slipknot-com-domain-squatter-after-24-years/news/

When could the shutdown end? Five key dates to watch

The shutdown became one of the three longest in U.S. history on Friday, with lawmakers indicating they believe it will drag on. There are few signs emerging of progress toward reopening the government.

That isn’t stopping questions about what could force lawmakers toward the negotiating table to figure out a resolution, especially with a number of…
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5561093-shutdown-end-dates-to-watch/

Starts With A Bang podcast #122 — Galaxy evolution and JWST

To learn how our Universe grew up, we have to look at large numbers of galaxies at all distances. This helps us understand the processes that shaped the cosmos over time.

Good thing we have the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to aid in this exploration!

Continue reading on *Starts With A Bang!* »
https://medium.com/starts-with-a-bang/starts-with-a-bang-podcast-122-galaxy-evolution-and-jwst-5dbd00aa0540?source=rss—-458a773bccd2—4

Upcoming nonprofit and civic activities

Coming up, the UVa Health Mobile Care unit will begin making monthly visits to Stanardsville. This initiative aims to provide convenient access to healthcare services for the local community.

Additionally, the Society of Professional Journalists is set to host a celebration of photojournalism. This event will highlight the importance and impact of visual storytelling in journalism. Stay tuned for more details on both of these exciting developments.
https://dailyprogress.com/life-entertainment/local/events/article_b1176628-07b6-4d15-b895-a1628015f8fb.html