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Cover of Tower magazine, Number 254, 20 April 2008

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Redefining Neighbor: A Glimpse into Everyday Kindness

In a world inundated with troubling news, it is easy to feel disheartened. However, within the pages of George Magazine, Michele Marin offers a timely reminder of the kindness that can start right in our own homes. Her article, “Redefining Neighbor: A Biblical Perspective on Kindness that Starts at Home,” presents a heartwarming look at how even small, everyday acts of compassion can make a significant difference in the world.

Real Stories of Hope

Michele Marin’s writing illuminates the simple yet profound impact small gestures can have, offering a fresh perspective on the often-overwhelming sea of negative headlines. It’s these everyday examples of kindness that often go unnoticed, yet they are the ones capable of sparking real change. While grand displays of heroism capture our attention, the small, steady acts of kindness are the unsung heroes in our daily lives.

Why Kindness Begins at Home

The article delves into the Biblically inspired notion that kindness starts at home. Marin suggests that our immediate surroundings and relationships are where we can best cultivate compassion. In family settings, among friends, and with neighbors, practicing kindness can lay the foundation for broader societal change. Through a mix of personal anecdotes and inspiring real-life stories, Marin highlights how acting kindly in our closest circles can ripple outwards, influencing our communities and beyond.

Creating a Ripple Effect

Acts of kindness, as Michele Marin elaborates, are contagious. A smile, a friendly word, or a helping hand can transform someone’s day and set off a chain reaction of goodness. These seemingly small actions are potent because they encourage others to pass on the compassion. This ripple effect is at the heart of Marin’s argument, showing how each of us holds the power to create a more cheerful and hopeful community.

Nurturing Hope in a Challenging World

For those seeking a beacon of hope amid a challenging climate, Marin’s article is a source of solace. It serves as a gentle reminder of the potential within each of us to contribute positively to our environment. Her narrative isn’t just about grand gestures; it’s about the power of everyday actions, grounded in love and empathy.

Get Your Free Copy of George Magazine

To immerse yourself in the full experience and explore these touching and uplifting stories, George Magazine is offering this issue for free. Sign up here to get your free copy. It’s an opportunity to fill your inbox with inspiring content that uplifts and encourages. Unlike other offers, this is not a subscription—simply an opportunity to receive wonderful stories in your email. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this journey towards kindness and hope. Claim your free copy here. Once you sign up, your digital edition will be sent directly to your email, opening up a world of positivity and inspiration.

The Call to Embrace Kindness Today

Let the message of Michele Marin inspire you to look for ways to practice kindness daily. Her reflections in George Magazine remind us all that change begins at home, in small interactions that might seem insignificant but are truly powerful. Engage with family, friends, and neighbors more compassionately, and watch as you contribute to a kinder world. Explore more by getting your free copy.

⬇️ Don’t wait any longer. Request your free copy now and take your first step towards a more hopeful and compassionate perspective. The stories within will surely inspire you to take part in this transformative journey.

[atonist]

A bi-monthly magazine to meet awakened souls! See more at www.atonist.org

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ザツダン22号。ネットプリントに登録しました。本来は４月に配布予定だったものを１ヶ月先延ばしての発行です。

●　セブンイレブン

予約番号：　62680298

有効期限：　2024/05/26　まで

A4、白黒、片面印刷です。太線を山折り、点線を谷折りにすると小さい冊子になります。ぜひ、折った状態でご覧ください。

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Literal-Literary Savings!

This is the third in a series on how to save money. Learn how the library can actually put money in your pocket!

NOTE: This is the third in a series of blogs to help my readers save cash and live better lives on less. The goal is to help people have a higher quality of life without the expense. I LOVE the library. I love books! It was my favorite place (well, not really, I loved the basketball court in college) when I was in school. Every time I move I make sure that I visit the local library and sign up…

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when ukraine was being invaded:

when palestine is being wiped out:

here is a very incomplete list of faces i would have rather seen on the cover:

bisan owda

plestia alaqad

yara eid

ahmed hijazi

ahed tamimi

motaz azaiza

belal khaled

saleh aljafarawi

and so many more.

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How the Watermelon Became a Symbol of Palestinian Solidarity

The use of the watermelon as a Palestinian symbol is not new. It first emerged after the Six-day War in 1967, when Israel seized control of the West Bank and Gaza, and annexed East Jerusalem. At the time, the Israeli government made public displays of the Palestinian flag a criminal offense in Gaza and the West Bank. 

To circumvent the ban, Palestinians began using the watermelon because, when cut open, the fruit bears the national colors of the Palestinian flag—red, black, white, and green.  

The Israeli government didn't just crack down on the flag. Artist Sliman Mansour told The National in 2021 that Israeli officials in 1980 shut down an exhibition at 79 Gallery in Ramallah featuring his work and others, including Nabil Anani and Issam Badrl. “They told us that painting the Palestinian flag was forbidden, but also the colors were forbidden. So Issam said, ‘What if I were to make a flower of red, green, black and white?’, to which the officer replied angrily, ‘It will be confiscated. Even if you paint a watermelon, it will be confiscated,’” Mansour told the outlet.

Israel lifted the ban on the Palestinian flag in 1993, as part of the Oslo Accords, which entailed mutual recognition by Israel and the Palestinian Liberation Organization and were the first formal agreements to try to resolve the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The flag was accepted as representing the Palestinian Authority, which would administer Gaza and the West Bank.

In the wake of the accords, the New York Times nodded to the role of watermelon as a stand-in symbol during the flag ban. “In the Gaza Strip, where young men were once arrested for carrying sliced watermelons—thus displaying the red, black and green Palestinian colors—soldiers stand by, blasé, as processions march by waving the once-banned flag,” wrote Times journalist John Kifner.

In 2007, just after the Second Intifada, artist Khaled Hourani created The Story of the Watermelon for a book entitled Subjective Atlas of Palestine. In 2013, he isolated one print and named it The Colours of the Palestinian Flag, which has since been seen by people across the globe.

The use of the watermelon as a symbol resurged in 2021, following an Israeli court ruling that Palestinian families based in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood in East Jerusalem would be evicted from their homes to make way for settlers.

The watermelon symbol today:

In January, Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir gave police the power to confiscate Palestinian flags. This was later followed by a June vote on a bill to ban people from displaying the flag at state-funded institutions, including universities. (The bill passed preliminary approval but the government later collapsed.)

In June, Zazim, an Arab-Israeli community organization, launched a campaign to protest against the ensuing arrests and confiscation of flags. Images of watermelons were plastered on to 16 taxis operating in Tel Aviv, with the accompanying text reading, “This is not a Palestinian flag.”

“Our message to the government is clear: we will always find a way to circumvent any absurd ban and we will not stop fighting for freedom of expression and democracy,” said Zazim director Raluca Ganea. 

Amal Saad, a Palestinian from Haifa who worked on the Zazim campaign, told Al-Jazeera they had a clear message: “If you want to stop us, we’ll find another way to express ourselves.”

Words courtesy of BY ARMANI SYED / TIME

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Archives from the vintage Palestinian magazine Al-Jadeed (The New), a monthly magazine for progressive national thought and culture established in (1951). 🇵🇸🕊️🍉

Source: the Palestinian Museum / the Digital Archive

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WANTED: GRAND LINE'S HOTTEST ROGUES AND RUNWAYS

INPRNT ✦ tip jar

i had this thought of a fashion/news editorial that rivaled the anticipation of the wanted posters that came with the news coos named WANTED. sort of a tongue-in-cheek thing to navy-controlled news. this volume with sanji is inspired by al parker's art!

[ID: Sanji from waist-up in a dark red suit, black shirt, and pink tie - he's holding a black and gold lighter in his right hand, a lit cigarette perched loosely between his lips. His face is in profile, showing a dangling pearl earring in his left ear. His right arm leans against the bottom right corner, as if propping himself up. The flat red of his suit blends with the background - in contrast, his rendered face and hands pop from the composition. END ID.]

white varation + blank version under the cut:

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Vogue Arabia November 2023 Issue.

Dedicated to the brave doctors, nurses, and reporters in Gaza, the issue pays homage to their heroic commitment as they implement vital work amid inhuman conditions. The cover also features traditional hand-embroidery from different regions of Palestine, in an ode to its culture and a further appeal for humanity.

[forthegoodofamerica]

Why Privatizing Social Security is a Risky Proposition

Social Security has long been a crucial part of retirement planning for millions of Americans. The assurance of a steady income during retirement provides peace of mind, allowing seniors to live with dignity. Yet, discussions and debates about its future have introduced a controversial idea: privatization. While the idea might seem attractive at first glance, understanding its implications is vital.

What is Privatization?

Privatization of Social Security suggests moving from a system where contributions are pooled and then distributed based on a defined formula, to one where individuals manage personal investment accounts. This concept, while appealing to some due to the potential for higher individual returns, comes with significant risks.

The Hidden Dangers

Market Volatility: Unlike the current stable system, privatized accounts would be subject to market fluctuations. At times of economic downturn, retirees relying on these accounts could face severe financial hardship.

Investment Expertise: Not everyone possesses the skills needed to effectively manage investments. This could lead to failures in planning, leaving many without enough savings for retirement.

Increased Inequality: Privatization could widen wealth gaps, as those with more resources and financial knowledge stand to benefit more than those without.

Higher Administrative Costs: Managing private accounts would incur greater administrative expenses, reducing the overall funds available for distribution.

A Call to Preserve Security

The shift to privatized accounts could undermine the core promise of Social Security: providing reliable and predictable support. This potential change puts the financial assurance of millions at risk, making it crucial to weigh the possible outcomes carefully.

Get Your Free Copy of George Magazine

Want to dive deeper into this topic? Discover more about the debate surrounding Social Security reform and explore the potential impacts of privatization in greater detail by reading the full article in George Magazine.

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Comic - Mad Magazine 2024 FCBD Special Edition (2024)

Art by Kerry Callen

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Who it should've been

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Despite numerous protests from the Palestinian side, the Paris Agreements signed in 1994 continue to constitute the framework for the main economic agreements between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, including the Gaza Strip. Israel controls the customs regime, thus there is no import duty on goods imported from Israel to the occupied territories, while there is on goods imported from abroad. International aid organizations are required to provide humanitarian aid in the most efficient way possible. They must purchase the cheapest food available to aid the greatest number of people within their budget. Though food is cheaper in Jordan and Egypt, food imports from Jordan and Egypt to the occupied Palestinian territory are taxed. The taxes, in principle, go to the PA coffers, but this cannot be a consideration for the aid organizations. Instead, they are required to purchase most of the goods they distribute from Israeli companies, unless importation from another country, including import taxes, will still be cheaper than the price in Israel. Additionally, Israeli security regulations require aid organizations to use Israeli transportation companies and vehicles, since Palestinian companies are not allowed to enter Israel to pick up goods from airports or sea-ports. Even more significant is the fact that the Palestinians do not have their own currency or central bank: financial assistance must be given in New Israeli Shekels. The foreign currency remains in the Bank of Israel, and Israeli commercial banks collect numerous service charges along the way. What this means, in fact, is that Israel exports the occupation: as long as the international community is willing to contribute financially to prevent a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Israeli companies continue to supply them with goods and services and receive payment in foreign currency. [x]

- shir hever for +972 magazine on march 2, 2018