#México: Aumento de violencia de los cárteles mexicanos impulsa migración récord a EU
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Aumento de violencia de los cárteles mexicanos impulsa migración récord a EU — sin-fronteras
Unos 180,000 migrantes y solicitantes de asilo mexicanos, que viajaban en grupos familiares, cruzaron la frontera hacia Estados Unidos durante los 12 meses que finalizaron en octubre.Sin Fronteras
Most people think the U.S. crime rate is rising. They're wrong.
Crime in the United States has declined significantly over the last year, according to new FBI data. Yet 77% of Americans think crime is rising.Ken Dilanian (NBC News)
Come work with me! My research unit at the University of Namur is hiring a #tenure track position in #ecology and #ecophysiology
I'm happy to answer any questions about working here!
Something to think about Threads boarding over Activity Pub. They just opened a few accounts from Threads team to be able to be followed from ActivityPub servers.
Look where @mosseri from Threads already is, even surpassing @Gargron in just a couple of days.
I hope this won't be the tsunami that flooded and ruined ActivityPub instances.
(according to that site, of course)
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You can't just listen to this song. Sam Ryder is such a delightfully over the top nut! You have to see him.
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Sam Ryder - You’re Christmas To Me [Amazon Music Original] (Official Music Video)
The official video for 'You're Christmas To Me' by Sam Ryder!Win a Christmas Performance by Sam Ryder https://www.amazon.co.uk/SamRyderPrizeDraw (T&C's Apply...YouTube
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Teens don’t know everything − and those who acknowledge that fact are more eager to learn
"In all of these studies, intellectually humbler adolescents showed in a variety of ways and via a variety of different measures that, when they got something wrong, they cared about getting it right the next time. Rather than throw up their hands and declare themselves to be helpless in the face of ignorance, intellectually humbler students set to work on learning more.
"Other researchers’ findings that corroborate these results show that young people higher in intellectual humility are more motivated to learn and earn higher grades, in part because they are more open to corrective feedback."
Teens don't know everything − and those who acknowledge that fact are more eager to learn
Being aware of ignorance and fallibility can make people more teachable, and perhaps it could make people feel helpless and disempowered.The Conversation
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Intellectual humility is a key ingredient for scientific progress
"Openness to inquiry does not, of course, imply that scientists are obligated to accept theories they take to be wrong. What we ought to accept is that we too might be wrong, that something good might come of the pursuit of those other ideas and theories, and that tolerating rather than persecuting those who pursue such things just might be the best way forward for science and for society."
Lord Kelvin, who in 1902 predicted mechanical flight would never become a thing.
Intellectual humility is a key ingredient for scientific progress
An intellectually humble person may have strong commitments to various beliefs − but balanced with an openness to the likelihood that others, too, may have valuable insights, ideas and evidence.The Conversation
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Lord Kelvin was his example of someone speaking authoritatively when they shouldn't have.
@palmoildetectives #PalmOil #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife #PalmOilKILLS #Conflictpalmoil
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Crested Capuchins are gregarious tool-using tricksters from South America
Crested Capuchins are gregarious tool-using small #monkeys. #endangered in #Brazil from #deforestation and the #pettrade. Join the #Boycott4Wildlife and help...YouTube
I recorded a podcast with @BrodieOnLinux where we talked about Invidious, YouTube, adblockers, privacy... and everything in between (along with lots and lots of rambling)!
If you are interested, check it out:
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If there's one project YouTube doesn't like it's Invidious and today we have the project manager @TheFrenchGhosty on the show to chat about the current state of the project and how we actually got hereVideo: youtube.com/watch?v=pXTrwYtz3F…
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#198 YouTube Really Hates Invidious | The Frenchy Ghost
Whilst the users might be a fan of Invidious YouTube themselves certainly aren't and today we have one of the Project Managers on the show by the name of The...YouTube
If there's one project YouTube doesn't like it's Invidious and today we have the project manager @TheFrenchGhosty on the show to chat about the current state of the project and how we actually got here
Video: youtube.com/watch?v=pXTrwYtz3F…
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#198 YouTube Really Hates Invidious | The Frenchy Ghost
Whilst the users might be a fan of Invidious YouTube themselves certainly aren't and today we have one of the Project Managers on the show by the name of The...YouTube
Brodie, dude... why use the youtube link here for the *Invidious* interview ? 😃
Please post link with this below to respect author!
redirect.invidious.io/watch?v=…
...if you wish and am I wrong @TheFrenchGhosty !!??:
I was wondering why I can’t follow people from Threads on Mastodon and found out it’s because the server I’m on has blocked interoperability with Threads.
Wow, so what are my options here? Nag the admins? Switch my account to a different server? What do I lose if I do that? Which one do I switch to? 🤔
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Adam Lasnik (@thatadamguy) on Threads
I’m disappointed that mas.to is currently blocking Threads though thankfully it’s more of a wait and see vs FU from the server adminThreads
IMPORTANT. Threads stated policy is to collect and exploit Fediverse user personal data without explicit consent.
Now is a very good time to review Threads Terms of Use (terms.threads.com/terms-of-use) and Supplemental Privacy Policy (help.instagram.com/51523043730…).
Note just by following a Threads user or replying to a post, Meta claims they are entitled to your personal data.
And what do they say they will do with your data? Provide you with "business services (including ads)."
Terms of Use
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR USE OF AND ACCESS TO OUR SERVICES (DEFINED BELOW) ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS; IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE FOLLOWING, YOU MAY NOT USE OR ACCESS THREADS IN ANY MANNER.Terms of Use
@Gargron Yes, but this does not address the issue. The concern expressed here is the use of this identity data, as well as Mastodon user content and interactions, for the purpose of Threads broader business services, including ads.
As described in the document Supplemental Privacy Policy: help.instagram.com/51523043730…
Think that the focus on ads misses the point. The primary issue is not the display of ads, but rather the collection and analysis of Fediverse user personal data and content, and the use of it for profiling the user. The concern is that such data is taken from the Fediverse and is used to fill out Meta's profile of the user and then exploited for whatever purpose, including but not at all limited to ads.
Please see the conversation below and the clarifications above.
It seems that Threads has two versions of their Supplemental Privacy Policy. The EU version does not raise concerns, but the US version does. Further, the fact there are two different versions, confirms that the matter is a real concern.
Raising this issue is not "against" Threads integration. Lots of good can come from big players joining distributed social media, but only if we can protect our data privacy rights.
Sure they can. Remember the email services that append ads to emails?
I don’t understand the business plan of Threads, other than acquiring user data to resell. Letting users take their followers and content is a tell that it isn’t about walling in threads with a moat. Rather maybe to expand Threads moat to the entire Fediverse?
It’s very puzzling.
Thank you for your work and insights.
@Gargron The bigger concern would be that a Fediverse user might start getting ads on other platforms about honey, just because they follow someone on Threads and also follow beekeepers.ninja or simply post on Mastodon about bees.
But this is not just about ads. It is about data privacy and what Meta claims authority to do with data and content pulled from the Fediverse.
While it's true that every well-written social network pricacy policy does cover this kind of data, no it's not at all "absolutely the same thing".
Compare and contrast what Threads' privacy policy says they can do with this data to a privacy policy like @admin's and it's clear that Threads' privacy policy tries to give the company as much ability to use data without requesting additional consent (although EU DPC's may have something to say about it). Also, unlike every Mastodon server out there, Meta's business model relies on exploiting people's data -- and they have a long track record of using data without consent. It really isn't the same thing at all.
eupolicy.social/privacy-policy
Also you suggested elsewhere in this thread that "Personal data usually carries a slightly different meaning than a public profile and posts you choose to broadcast to the open web." In the EU, GDPR is very explicit that personal data includes publicly available data such as this.
EUpolicy.social - A Mastodon server for the EU bubble
This is a Mastodon instance for the EU policy bubble. We aim to be a friendly and respectful discussion space for people working in EU policy and to contribute to the growth of the Fediverse.Mastodon hosted on eupolicy.social
@Gargron the difference is: fediverse instances belong (mostly) to communities, whereas f ones belong to a corporation. are you ignoring that fact on purpose?
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Nextcloud's partnership with Roundcube contributes to the broader trend of decentralizing global IT.
@Karlitschek and Thomas Brüderli, head of Roundcube, guide the project towards a new phase, fostering its success as a leading open-source email platform.
We envision a future for #Roundcube centered on user empowerment by welcoming new talent, initiating fresh discussions with contributors, and making new investments.
Join the discussion on our community forum! help.nextcloud.com/t/welcome-r…
Welcome Roundcube folks!
Hi all! You might be here because you saw the big news. If not, or if you want to get more background, I really recommend you read the interview with Thomas & Frank. So, if you have questions - ask.Nextcloud community
Migrar no es un crimen.
Las políticas que facilitan la vigilancia indiscriminada de personas migrantes se brincan el principio de inocencia.
Únete al lanzamiento de la Coalición Latinoamericana #MigrarSinVigilancia
📅 18 de diciembre
⌚ 11 AM (México/Centroamérica)
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Info: migrarsinvigilancia.org
#MigrarSinVigilancia - Access Now
#MigrarSinVigilancia es un frente común para resguardar los derechos humanos de las personas migrantes desde la protección de sus datos personales.Access Now
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Ubuntu Working on Microsoft 365, Google Workspace Snaps
Productivity is on the minds of the Ubuntu’s desktop developers as they plan what features to ship in the upcoming Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release. Given that many folks now use of web-based office ...Joey Sneddon (OMG! Ubuntu!)
What about `sudo snap install nextcloud-desktop-client` ?
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We need to keep our FOSS-loving awareness that there's more than just the big GSuite and MS365..
🔒 TechCrunch's analysis of the 23andMe breach highlights the vulnerability of personal genetic data, raising concerns about data protection and transparency.
What do you think about this new case of a user data breach by a company revealing sensitive user data? And what steps do you take to ensure the security of your sensitive information? Share your thoughts and experiences with us!
Bobulate - Expanding home
Empathy is traveling. Traveling from yourself to expand and meet another in their place and context. Travel I did this past week along with nine others to walk alongside Craig Mod, Kevin Kelly, and…Bobulate
RNA-guided RNA silencing by an Asgard archaeal Argonaute
Eukaryotic Argonaute proteins achieve gene repression and defense against viruses and transposons by RNA-guided RNA silencing.bioRxiv
The National Science Foundation has issued a notice about the use of generative AI in the NSF merit review process: new.nsf.gov/news/notice-to-the…
Notice to research community: Use of generative artificial intelligence technology in the NSF merit review process
Generative artificial intelligence1 (GAI) systems have great potential to support the U.S. National Science Foundation's mission to promote the progress of…National Science Foundation
Sync | Secure Cloud Storage, File Sharing and Document Collaboration
Secure file storage and collaboration that helps you stay safe, secure and connected in the cloud.Sync
Nextcloud seems to be working well on my PC but my Mac gives me errors when uploading large files. I may investigate it more later but these next few weeks are too busy.
Last day of #AXIES2023 and starting up with, "Utilizing #OpenSource software in LearningAnalytics," from the Open Source technology committee.
I've seen several @sakailms presentations, posters, and vendors. Also there's a nice bit of @moodle love here too!
#EdTech #HigherEd #Moodle #SakaiLMS #EdTechChat #OpenEdTech #HigherEducation
There's something about Bethesda's (nowadays flawed) approach to an RPG that keeps pulling me back to #Starfield time and again. Especially on the OLED Deck 
, even though I spend most of my time playing through GeForce Now. 👀
#Steam #SteamDeck #OLED #SteamDeckOLED #Bethesda #Fallout #Skyrim #Geforce #Nvidia #GeforceNow #GFN #PC #Gaming #Handheld #Tech
It's perfect just the way it is!
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The worst Dutch brand slogan of 2023
The Dutch marketing campaign for Pampers diapers also used a pun combining Dutch and English. Their slogan, “Niet bang voor een KAKastrofe!” translates closely to, “Don’t fear a CRAPtastrophe!”
“Put the fun between your legs!” named the worst brand slogan of 2023
The title of the 2023 Worst Slogan was awarded to Castricum bicycle rental company Tuut-Tuut, with “Put the fun between your legs!” The winner received 21 percent of the votes cast in the annual contest organized by website SlechteSlogans.nl.NL Times
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Giving KDE Plasma 6 A Unique Identity
Whilst KDE Plasma 6 is in many ways a minor visual improvement over it's predecessor there are some new additions being made that give it a unique visual ide...YouTube
It works perfectly well here in Melbourne, because we have a suburb named "Sunshine". That could be a train sign!
In Adelaide they have a suburb called "Happy Valley". I always wonder if it's a bit "Stepford Wives".
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