honestly part of why i love bsky is bc it has my fav "i'm not going to fight an internet stranger you fucking weirdo" starter pack

this is so cool???? more of this! less garbage ai masquerading as progress!

TKtylerking.bsky.socialSep 29, 2024 4:25pm

A team at the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering at UNIST has developed transparent solar cells which can be embedded into the glass surfaces of mobile devices, cars, and buildings, offering a seamless and efficient way to generate power from sunlight.

A smartphone that can charge itself from sunlight — scientists have created transparent solar cells that can be embedded in glass

It could be used to power cars and buildings too

Everything is sequels: Shingles 2, Covid 5

every person in every state should be checking their registration on the regular tbh

CPcelestepewter.bsky.socialSep 28, 2024 8:23pm

All - The Justice Department has sued Alabama for purging voters too close to the general election. Today is a good day to check your voter registration: * iwillvote.com * vote.org * vote.gov And ask five people in your life to do the same.

Justice Department sues Alabama for purging voters from rolls too close to election

In a new lawsuit, the Justice Department claims Alabama violated federal law by systematically removing voters fewer than 90 days before a federal election.

PayPal is updating their ToS to let themselves give your data to merchants starting in November and they're certainly banking on people not knowing to opt out, SO to opt out before they start: go to Settings > Data & Privacy > Manage shared info > Personalized shopping, and toggle that shit off

Please kind to each other. It's scary AF right now.

JEjudedoyle.bsky.socialSep 26, 2024 8:34pm

This month at Xtra: We have solid statistical proof that the 2024 election is driving trans people over the brink with stress. So it's not just you, and it's not just me, and here are some tips on how to stick it out: xtramagazine.com/health/trans...

The 2024 election is taking a toll on trans mental health. Here’s how to keep it together | Xtra Magazine

ANALYSIS: Telling trans people to “just vote” isn’t helpful

That show was amazing.

"Police talked to Elizabeth’s middle school guidance counselor and asked her to tell them about Elizabeth’s transition. The counselor said she was worried she’d break the law if she did, but an officer told her 'I am the law.'" wapo.st/47HSqBu

Her trans daughter made the volleyball team. Then an armed officer showed up.

Half the country has banned trans girls from competing in girls sports. Jessica Norton didn’t suspect she’d be punished under one of the bans.

In order to determine whether a 15-year-old volleyball player was transgender, Florida police sought out her medical records to determine any changes in her body weight and asked her teammates if they had ever seen her nude. One detective referred to the girl as "it"