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I’ve been a fan of Project Sekai for about 6 months and just recently watched Jujutsu Kaisen so you can imagine how your AU has taken over my brain. I want to hear as many ideas as you have of it, even if it’s an unorganized word vomit post. :)
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Ho-Ho-Hooooo!
This might gonna be my longest post yet, since I have A LOT ideas with this AU! >:Dc
(More under the cut~)
PJSK+JJK AU IDEAS
Okay! To not make this too long (hehe it will be super long tho kek), I’ll just talk about some of the jjk characters past and some small neat facts within this AU instead! The characters Arc stuff that I have planned can be for a later post (if asked ;3c)~
Let’s start with our favorite pink-haired cinnamon roll… Yuuji!!!! >w<
Yuuji Itadori
DOB: 3/20 School: Kamiyama High School
Height: 173 cm School Year: Class 1-C
Hobbies: Karaoke, Watching TV, and Impersonations
Specialty: Cooking (and any Physical Sports/Actives but he doesn’t care too much about that)
Fav Food: Rice bowl with food on top and noodles
Least Fav Food: None
Dislikes: Science and Math subjects (the numbers be sort get mixed up in his head, relatable ngl lol)
As ya can see in this post I did a while back, that Yuuji lived a mostly normal life with his grandfather, Wasuke, at Sendai City. He never really knew much about his parents, he only have some small memories of his father before he one day left for some unknown reason.
Shortly after Wasuke passed away, Yuuji was suddenly contacted by a group of people he has never met before. The group of people told him that they all are his half-brothers due to all of them sharing the same parent. The Oldest, Choso, has been trying to contact and unite all of his half siblings and offer Yuuji to come live with them in Tokyo.
Yuuji, with the last wish from his grandfather of avoided dying alone, decided to move to Tokyo and try to connect with all of his half siblings.
While he attends to Kamiyama, he shortly became friends with Akito Shinonome after they bonded over their struggles with science and math class. Yuuji also quickly became friends with Nobara Kuguisaki when she transferred to the school.
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Nobara Kugisaki
DOB: 8/7 School: Kamiyama High School
Height: 160 cm School Year: Class 1-C
Hobbies: Shopping and Playing video games
Speciality: Fashion Designing
Fav Food: Trendy Foods and Watermelons
Least Fav Food: Lightly pickled vegetables
Dislikes: Being Dehydrated
Nobara used to lived in a small village within Iwate with her grandmother. Growing up she was outcasted within her village due to her more outspoken and brash. Her only friends as a child were Fumi and Saori, she especially looked up to Saori as an older sister figure. Saori was a young teenager that moved into Nobara’s hometown for a while and befriended Nobara. However, Saori moved back to Tokyo due to the village discrimination towards her and her family, which deeply saddened Nobara and deepened her hatred for her village even more.
When Nobara’s mother moved to Tokyo due to her job, Nobara quickly moved in with her to escape her village life and in hopes to see Saori again.
Nobara became friends with Yuuji and Akito once she transferred into Kamiyama, she pretends that she doesn’t care for them but deep down she very much do and appreciate their friendship.
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Megumi Fushiguro
DOB: 12/22 School: Kamiyama High School
Height: 175 cm School Year: Class 1-B
Hobbies: Reading Non-Fiction Books
Speciality: Tuning people out
Fav Food: Anything that goes well with Ginger
Least Fav Food: Paprika and any Sweet side dish
Dislikes: People
As a child, Megumi lived in poor condition with his step sister, Tsumiki, after Megumi’s father left one day and Tsumiki’s mother died shortly afterwards. As a way to vent his frustration and feelings he would make music and post them online, under the alias PLATO. One day, around the age of 7, one of his music had gone viral and Rising Pop-Star Gojo Satoru saw it and decided to contact Megumi. Once Gojo saw Megumi and Tsumiki’s living condition, he offered to financially support them in condition that Megumi compose the music for his songs.
Megumi agreed and since then Megumi composed for Gojo and his fame reached Worldwide due to his music. However the constant stress of making viral songs and unresolved emotions of his abandonment caused Megumi to be constantly be depressed and moody. The build up reach it peak in his last year of Junior High where he snap at Tsumiki one day, creating a sibling argument that cause Tsumiki to leave the house for the day. However the next day, Tsumiki nearly died and was put into a coma after a car accidentally hits her as she was walking across the streets.
This trauma caused immense guilt within Megumi, and caused him to focus even more on his music in order to continue financially support his sister medical care.
Megumi mostly keeps to himself during school, rarely interacting with others and always has his headphones on during breaks. He is however within a music video club he started so he can mostly work on his music after school since he feels uncomfortable working at home after the incident. One day hears Yuuji’s singing and was instantly impressed and awed, thus asked him to join the club.
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Junpei Yoshino
DOB: 8/13 School: Kamiyama High School
Height: 165 cm School Year: Class 2-A
Hobbies: Watching Horror Movies and Recording them in VHS
Speciality: Knows a lot about Marine life, specifically Jellyfish
Fav Food: Crab omelet on rice
Least Fav Food: Herring Roe
Dislikes: Bullies and Musicals
Junpei lives with his mother, Nagi Yoshino, after both of his parents filed a divorce. However this happened when he was really young, so he has no recollection of his father, only hearing that he was a terrible person.
Growing up, Junpei was outcasted for being a child of a single mother and was considered weird for his interests in horror and the supernatural. However, his mother reassured him that he’s not weird for his interest and she even apologized to him for being a single mother. Junpei tears up and told her it’s not her fault, in which Nagi just smiles gently and says that he’s such a good son.
During his first year in High School, he was getting bullied by some of his classmates. One day, the bullies were about to take things too far, until Rui Kamishiro stopped them and scared them off by spouting out possible inventions he can test on the bullies.
Junpei saw Rui again in the rooftop when he was skipping class, and so they just both hangout in the rooftop as Junpei listen to Rui ramble about possible theatrical shows and musicals. Junpei not really talking much, but Rui didn’t mind for he understood.
In the middle of the year, Junpei’s mother passed out one day due to stress and was sent to the hospital. The next day, bullies took his favorite books and ripped it up. When he went to the rooftop after school, Rui was about to show Junpei the new outfit that his friend Mizuki made for him, until Rui noticed Junpei’s upset face and asked what’s wrong.
In which Junpei snapped and yells at Rui and complains how he always talk his “dumb” musical and “weird” gadgets, and accuses Rui for always talking about himself and knows nothing about him. And in a fit of his rage, he took Rui’s costume and start ripping it up as he yells at Rui to leave him alone.
Junpei quickly realized his mistake, but before he could say anything Rui just told him to leave in a cold voice.
His mother recovered and was able to return home safety (she even officially quit drinking and smoking so something like that won’t happen again), but Junpei still skipped school due yo the bullies but also due to the guilt of what he did towards Rui.
They then moved to Kamiyama due to his mother getting a better job there, and Nagi encouraged Junpei to attend to Kamiyama High School ensuring things will be better for him now.
Junpei became friends with Tsukasa after seeing his passion for shows reminds him of Rui (not realizing he also goes to the same school too kek~), and became friends with Yuuji one day when he saw Yuuji watching the same niche horror movie he was in the movie theaters.
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Maki Zenin
DOB: 1/20 School: None/Drop Out
Height: 170 cm School Year: N/A
Hobbies: Working out
Speciality: Fast Reaction Time, making her really good at reaction-based video games
Fav Food: Fast Food/Junk Food
Least Fav Food: High Class Food Dishes
Dislikes: Her Family and Codependent People
Maki live within a finically privileged family with her younger twin sister, Mai, however the Zenin family itself is incredibly toxic and emotionally abusive with the occasional physical abuse (mostly from the father with the mother being a passive complicit). The family has high expectations from both Maki and Mai and often pin the twins against each other. The father especially ridiculed Maki for not being as academically gifted compared to Mai, and constantly tells Maki she’s lazy and not studying enough for school (she actually having good grades despite Maki struggling with dyslexia and dysgraphia, but it’s never enough for the Zenin Family).
One day, near the end of Maki’s last year within Junior High, Maki finally had enough and ran away from home without telling anyone.
Maki has been living on her own working full-time in order to finically support herself on her own. Due to this, she hasn’t contact with her sister, one of the only family members she actually love. She is currently living within Vivid Street with Kinji Hakari and Kirara Hoshi as roommates.
She works as a security guard (she has a fake ID with the help of Kirara because otherwise she would be too young to work as one), and she occasionally have shifts to guard backstages for idol shows, that’s how she met Shizuku during her time with Cheerful*Days.
Maki at first was standoff-ish towards Shizuku’s kindness whenever she would try to talk to her. But Maki slowly warms up to her after seeing Shizuku always working so hard during practice.
As a resident of Vivid Street, Maki tend to go to WEEKEND GARAGE for their affordable coffee and food. Ken Shiraishi (the owner of WEEKEND GARAGE) tend to give her free food and drinks whenever he notice Maki struggling with some money problems before her next paycheck arrives. An Shiraishi, Ken’s daughter, tend to greet her whenever Maki comes in and even remembers her order too.
Maki also have some shift where she would stand guard for some live stage shows within Vivid Street, so he knows of Akito and Toya, but never really actually interacted with them before.
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Mai Zenin
DOB: 1/20 School: Miyamasuzaka School
Height: 170 cm School Year: Class 2-A
Hobbies: Reacting scenes from her favorite rom-coms movies
Fav Food: Fast Food/Junk Food
Least Fav Food: High Class Food Dishes
Dislikes: Her Family and Independent People
Just like Maki, Mai lives with her toxic and emotionally abusive family.
When Maki ran away from home without even telling her, it hurts her deeply and causes her to be resentful.
Mai’s friends with Momo Nishiyama due knowing each other since childhood thus knowing deeply about Mai’s terrible family environment. Mai also become friends with Kasumi Miwa, Nanako Hasaba, and Mimiko Hasaba during their first year in Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy.
Mai hates Shizuku Hinomori due to her seemingly having a good life compared to her and internally craving for a caring older sister again, but rather than being vulnerable she would rather speak negatively about Shizuku behind her back.
Mai decided to try a pull a prank and put Shizuku’s name in an idol application contest to try and humiliate her. However, she didn’t expect Shizuku to actually win and later be the center of the popular idol group Cheerful*Days. This cause Mai to hate her even more due to jealousy, thus Mai started to spread false harmful rumors on how Shizuku gave the managers “special treatment” in order to become an idol throughout the school.
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Anddddd that’s all for now! ^w^/
Of course I have way Way WAYYYYYYY more ideas and thoughts about this AU! So if ya guys are ever curious, just shoot me an ask!
And if I’m not constantly mentally exhausted, I might draw something for this AU too! :Dc
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ironic-the-hedgehog · 3 years
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I posted 2,344 times in 2021
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#for context! we are a system and have several sonic introjects who do not align with popular fanon which makes them extremely uncomfortable
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I know Deadlock isn't gonna be everyone's cup of tea so please enjoy this little scene of Sonic thinking about his boyfriend
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I WANT SONIC TO WORK FOR DOORDASH
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a few self indulgent Sonic headcanons
he has to ask people to repeat themselves a lot because his auditory processing is garbage
he chews his fingernails if he's not wearing gloves
constantly fidgeting
imitates sounds
imitates people's accents without realizing it
barks sometimes when he's excited (Tails also does this)
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sonic brings home a kitten. he decides to name it Pants. shadow asks why and sonic says "bc now he is the only pants i actually like"
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it's really telling to me that people who are all about purity are some of the nastiest people and the ones who are in the "adult" corner are like. the nicest most respectful people
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7legends · 5 years
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2019 APRIL FOOLS WITH BTS:
JIN TOOK CONTROL OF BTS_twt WITH HIS SHRIMP
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Seokjin changed the layout of BTS_twt with the caption “Hello?”. Jin Changed everything to him holding a shrimp.
THE ANNOUNCEMMENT OF THE HWAGAE MARKET' DISBANDMENT
Around the same time as Jin, Suga and Hobi went on Vlive to announce Hwagae Market Dissolution (JHOPE & SUGA Special Vlive series).
SG: “We have decided to cheer on each other’s lives” (rather than continuing together); he cites difference of opinion as the major reason. “So we have decided to dissolve as of today.” “I feel uncomfortable, what am I going to eat to live now.” (That is, how will he earn money.) 
SG: “Many people asked when we would do Hwagae Market and to … come find you like this … isn’t easy” (pretends to cry) 
They’re now discussing how long it’s been since they’ve actually done the ep together and realizing they haven’t since WINGS Tour, they’re embarrassed HAHAHAH. JH pointed out SG had grey hair at the time. 
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SG would like this as the thumbnail.
SG keeps wondering why the views aren't going up, laughing at himself that even in such a situation he wants attention. He's also embarrassed he's wearing the same sweatshirt as his previous VLIVE HAHAHA.
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SG says there is in fact a reason they turned this on, other than the announcement of the dissolution. It's the invitation to the Magic Shop! [Note: This is their theme for 2019 Muster, their annual fanmeet.] He's reading out loud the same blurb we received via Big Hit.
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CREATING A MESS WITH THE INVITATION TO THE MAGIC SHOP
Suga and Hobi say that it’s not that the breakup of their series that they will talk about but also the invitation to the magic shop. They decide that they will do whatever they want and spoil the cue sheet. So according to them this is it: 
1. The national anthem (They both put their hand on their chest in a show of patriotism.)
2. The national workout.
3. They’ll start singing 2! 3! while doing 2.
4. Spine Breaker
5. JH: Oh, we’re doing this song as well! SG: As if! Really? “Paldogangsan?”
6. SG: We’re doing Skool of Luv?! (SG says as a diehard fan of BTS he really wants to see this.) 
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SOPE DENY THAT THEY ARE BTS MEMBERS
When armies asked them on their Vlive if they are going to do a choreo they said: 
JH teased, reading the comments where people are asking if they’re doing choreo too. SG: “We wouldn’t know, we’re not BTS.”
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JHOPE AND SUGA ANNOUNCE THAT THEY WILL REUNITE TOMORROW BUT THEY WILL DISBAND AGAIN IN THE FUTURE.
SG: “I thought the announcement of our disbandment would be shocking… Let’s disband again in the future…We’ve just received news from our manager… it says we’re reuniting tomorrow… we’re reuniting right after we disband” 
RM'S VISIT TO SHOW HIS ‘SADNESS’ FOR JHOPE & SUGA
Namjoon visited SOPE and said he felt sad since Hwagae Market is disbanded. RM was wearing a cap with caption “알엠(RM)” than he left.
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SUGA AND JHOPE DECIDED TO TAKE CONTROL OF BTS_TWT AS WELL
So they took a selfie live
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First they changed the icon to their freshly taken selca
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They decided to change the header too. But it ended up being just the top of their heads lmao. They also change the name to ‘SOPE’ and their bio to: “ If you want to ask about any event, please DM!! We can go to anywhere in Korea!! Get it!!!“
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SOPE ARE THE MOST POPULAR TROT SINGERS!!!
They were shocked, seeing they’re almost at 19 million followers - wouldn’t this make them the most popular trot singers ever?!??!?!?!?!??!, they asked. SG: “From tomorrow, we’ve decided to begin again. I mean, we will begin again.”
They’re worried at the explosion of popularity for them and the amount of event requests they’ll receive, KEK. SG spent a long time in that final position, to the point JH said that he looked like he was participating in the mannequin challenge!
SOPE MADE A POST
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Trans:  South Korea’s number one!!!! Singers SOPE *purple heart*
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buttercupsfrocks · 4 years
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I was in two minds whether to even make this post as my photos are of disappointing quality. Despite the bright sunlight streaming through my living room windows all day yesterday, anything below the knee remained shrouded in deep shadow. My mission was to style a pair of ankle length, black plisse Zara culottes, purchased last summer, in two different ways. But, alas, said culottes proved impossible to photograph, least of all in any detail. However, since they are a mainstay of my spring/summer wardrobe, and the point was to keep it real, I’m keeping it real.
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Both the tops I’m modelling today came from local charity shops. To be honest, if it hadn’t been BNWT and going for a pittance I ordinarily wouldn’t have gone for this one. It’s a brand – Malissa J – stocked by the lady who runs what used to be the World’s Loveliest Gift Shop® and may even have started off there. It’s now a small, independent boutique and very much reflects the owner’s style, which runs towards loud, loose and very blingy. And while I’m not the biggest proponent of bling, and Lord knows I hate a shark bite hem almost as much as I hate a cold shoulder, I am a sucker for a big ol’ Rocky Horror pout. So home with me it came. The shoes are my trusty Office brogues from several years ago.
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These 80s-mongous earrings are from Freedom for Topshop. Haven’t shared them on the blog before but they’re from a couple of years back when they suddenly became my number one purveyor of groovy, affordable perspex earrings. Poor Topshop. Last seen closing down their Richmond branch, which had been there since God’s dog was a puppy. I wonder which, if any, of our high street brands will be left standing if and when we’re permitted to mingle in public again? 
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This is the alternative styling of the keks, which I actually wore all day. The top is from an Australian brand called Country Road and is probably meant to be  oversized, (they stop at a size 16), but it fits me like a regular shell top. And I have just this minute twigged that the reason I like it so much is because it has the exact same colour scheme as my paternal grandmother’s kitchen in the 60s. I’m accessorising with my Clark’s Trigenic sandals, Les Néréides spilled popcorn necklace, and last summer’s Oliver Bonas earrings. 
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Also this vintage bracelet...
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I meant to feature these two cups in my previous post but somehow they got away. The Royal Winton chintz cost me £1.75 in a chazza, (the saucer was broken and expertly mended; it doesn’t show unless you pick it up and turn it upside down), and the purple and gold cup and saucer to the left of it was a gift from a Facebook friend who was having a purge and thought it might be The Very Thing for my cabinet, which it certainly is. The inside of the cup has a pinky-lilac lustre glaze and, like my Paragon ones, has a combo of transfer and hand painted decoration. The bracelet, I think, is probably 60s. I thrifted it many moons ago and it’s missing a couple of diamantés. Though according to my late stepfather, who was an antiques enthusiast and taught me to haggle like a pro, any scratches, cracks, dents, or missing bits qualify as “patina” so I wear it with pride regardless.
And now I must share something amusing with you. As you know I do occasionally like a bit of European-Fat-Lady-of-a-Certain-Age-Chic, aka Lagenlook. When it’s done well, (and only when it’s done well) it can make for quite an opulent lewk. Like this delicate, ethereal confection worthy of Rooney Mara herself, which I’d totally wear to a wedding. Possibly even my own...
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By the way, is “lewk” pronounced, as I suspect, more like “leeairk”? Because whenever I see it bandied about by the youth, I always hear it pronounced by some inner Liam Gallagher – a flat and nasal “luke”– which can’t possibly be what they’re going for. Sorry. Digressing. Lagenlook. 
Here’s some more from my beloved Gudrun Sjoden, very much to my liking...
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You just know I’d be accused of Clown-Style if I wore the lime green  ensemble. Would I care? No, I would not. Come at me, bro.  So. Anyway, I stumbled across what looked like an intriguing garment on Pinterest. Crisp red linen, oversized, with lots of intricate pleating at the back. I assumed it to be a Yamamoto or some such and followed the link out of idle curiosity, only to end up on the website of an exclusive UK Lagenlook boutique which will remain nameless for your own protection, catering to women of all sizes. At first my interest was piqued until I discovered that the vast majority of the clothes they stock are black and faint-inducingly expensive. (A pair of shoes I was quite taken with cost almost five hundred quid. I think we’re probably all on the same page here). They were also for the most part so unremittingly ghastly that I was rendered quite speechless.
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There’s a reason why these trousers are known as “shit catchers” in certain circles. Those frights on the right are described on the site as Best Ever Trousers and come in at £220. As for the other ensemble, which describes itself as pink but I think we all know it’s beige, the model’s face says it all. The woman whose brainchild the business is prides herself as being: "passionate about "proportion" and "tone" and also ensuring the right shape is on the right person...and with 25 years working personally with clients in my renowned city centre store, I feel my knowledge of body shape and clothing to suit is considerable.”
Shall we just take a closer look at those trousers on the left? You know you want to...
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Still. Have. No. Words.
The lady, who describes herself as rotund and apple shaped, as I would myself, is an enthusiastic endorser of the Best Ever Trouser paired with a “one size” top that probably would fit everyone; simultaneously. 
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For £269 you can have one just like it. Clown Style’s beginning to look pretty good at this point, isn’t it?
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ohmsservice · 5 years
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Double Os Over Ice
Q hated Christmas.
No. Scrap that. He _loathed _Christmas.
“Fancy some punch, Sir?” R stood next to him in a Santa hat looking entirely too festive.
He didn’t want punch. Punch something maybe…
His smile was strained. Despite his feelings about the season he wasn’t about to take it out on his staff. “No thank you, R. Perhaps later,” he replied, returning his attention to his laptop.
“Oh by the way,” she said, smile encroaching those pink cheeks while she reached into the back pocket of her pants suit to hold aloft a red envelope.  “This arrived for you today.”
Q looked at the thing like it might be carrying a transmutable disease. “All scanned and checked out,” she said cheerily, thrusting it under his nose.
He took it tentatively. No one ever sent him post, let alone something resembling a Christmas card.
“Any word from 007?” she enquired innocently, sipping from her mug.
“Not a peep,” said Q, “it’s been nine bloody days. If he’s not dead already, I’ll kill him myself.”
He put the card next to his laptop when he heard the lilting voice of Eve pointing in his direction. “Aren’t you going to open it then?”
R and Q turned simultaneously. “Why, Miss Moneypenny. You look very Christmassy!”
Q rolled his eyes. “Surely M has something to say about you parading around Six wearing a tinsel scarf and…” he paused squinting at her hair. “Is that mistletoe?” Eve leaned forward to kiss R on the cheek. “Does that answer your question?” Eve said, grinning smugly. R was blushing, and grinning like a loon.
“Anyway, I just came down to deliver these,” she said, popping a bag of mince pies in R’s hand to distribute to the minion mass, “and to tell you to come to the bridge at 3pm.”
Q frowned. “Can’t. Busy.”
“Must. No argument. M’s given me carte blanche to boss you all around today.”
“Really?” R said, eyes bright and enthusiastic. “What’s the plan?”
“Just because it’s Christmas Eve…” Q grumbled.
“Precisely!” said Eve, with a brisk clap of her hands. “So hop to it, Q! No excuses. See you at 3pm!” she said with a curt tease, turning away with a twirl of her fingers in parting.
“You should just ask her out you know,” Q said quietly to R.
R sighed. “Way out of my league, Sir” she replied longingly. “Can’t wait to see what’s she’s got planned though!”
Q could. Q could wait until hell froze over. As if on cue and as though she knew he was thinking how to get out of the gathering, a message popped up on his screen.
Don’t be late Q. Remember. I’m an agent and M’s right hand.
A promise and a threat all rolled into one. Wonderful.
When 2pm rolled around, Q, who had been glancing with growing trepidation at the red envelope finally caved.
It was indeed a Christmas card, with a London postmark.
He took it out and stared. It had a photo of a kitten on the front, wearing a Santa hat looking like an anchovy wouldn’t melt in its mouth. The words “MEOWY CHRISTMAS!” printed along the bottom.
He opened it.
It turns out that Bond was capable of giving Q a headache even when not in the nearby vicinity.
“Equipment all present and accounted for. If you want it back, see you at the bridge by Six at 3pm.
Hugs and near misses, 007.”
Q calmly closed the card, feeling anything but. Oh he’d be at the bridge alright. The absolute nerve of the man…
The cold snap in London was hard and vicious enough to convince Q that climate change may be closer than even the experts thought. He wasn’t particularly fond of the cold, his thin layer of flesh doing little to protect his organs from its chilling bite. The inlet of water next to the river, because it was not especially deep, was completely frozen over. As Q and R made their way there at the designated time, Q glanced occasionally at his number one. “You know what’s going on, don’t you,” he stated. Her fake gasp told him all he needed to know.
“Really Sir! As if I’d keep secrets from you!”
“You may work with spies, R. Doesn’t mean you can lie like one,” he grumbled.
She was still beaming when they rounded the base of the bridge and Q was brought up short.
“Q!” shouted Eve, gesturing him over to where she stood amongst the Double Os who seemed to turn as one body to watch the approaching boffin. “So glad you could tear yourself away!” He squared his shoulders, determined not to buckle under the scrutiny of the intimidating bastards.
She thrust a starting pistol into his hands. “Would you mind doing the honours?” she asked, eyes twinkling. She made her way to the line of agents who’d in the intervening seconds organised themselves in a line standing on the edge of the inlet. She took position next to 004, Felicity Honour. 005 was there. And of course, 006 and 007. He just caught the end of whatever Trevelyan and Bond (the wanker) had been arguing about. As per usual.
“….you seem to forget, moy malen'kiy angliyskiy keks. I am Russian. I was born in this climate. It’s my home. You don’t stand a chance.”
“We’ll see about that won’t we, Alec? Scotland isn’t exactly known for its balmy temperatures either,” retorted Bond.
“Focus boys! Three circuits of the pond and no cutting corners!” barked Eve. She looked over at Q who was standing looking dumbly at the pistol. “When you’re ready, Q!” she called out.
R nudged him. Oh well, he shrugged inwardly. He was outnumbered anyway. May as well go with the flow. He held the gun aloft and pulled the trigger.
“And may the best agent win!” shouted R above the cheers of the small gathering of MI6 staff who had turned up.
“What exactly is it that they do win?” enquired Q, secretly hoping Bond would fall flat on his arse and embarrass himself.
“Oh,” said R airily, watching as Eve and Honour tried to trip each other up. “Just dinner this evening with a Q-Branch staffer of their choice.”
Q looked mortified. “What the—?!” he spluttered. “I never agreed to that!”
R, ever the plainspeakinug associate, didn’t hesitate. “Of course you didn’t but we all voted on it and I voted for you by proxy.” He was about to argue when R put a finger against her lips and he found himself silencing.
“Those singles amongst us have sod all of a social life as it is. Time to let our hair down. Sir. Even if it’s just for one night. And it is Christmas after all.”
Q sighed. Well, he may be a miserable bastard at this time of year, but he did promise himself he wouldn’t take it out on the minions. He turned to watch the agents on their second lap of the pond. Eve, light and graceful on her feet marginally held the lead.
He’d just have to make sure that whichever agent did take the prize, didn’t abuse the privilege.
Because it’s Christmas, and miracles do sometimes happen, Alec beat all the other agents to the punch, but Eve, the host with the most, always found a way to ease the pain of an arsekicking by a fellow agent of their prideful colleagues. The small group of panting, sweaty Double Os were standing across the pond, about 15 feet away from the group of onlookers. Alec was disagreeing with Eve about something, while pointing towards what appeared to be Q’s position. Bond was standing with his arms folded, looking smug while Eve was evidently putting Alec in his place. And it was then, when Alec raised his tone, Q and R caught onto the nature of the conversation.
“….. said any _any _Q Branch staffer, Moneypenny.”
“You’ll have to ask him yourself then,” she said primly, glancing Q’s  way to give him fair warning of what was to come. “If he’s not comfortable, don’t be a bully about it, Trevelyan.”
“Oh for fuck’s sake,” Q mumbled under his breath. Of course, there were more than 40 staff under his care, but 006 wouldn’t settle for anything less than the top dog.
“Time nip this in the bud,” he stated firmly before moving to march across the pond towards the group.
Bond had fixed his steel blue, hawk-eyed gaze on Q while Moneypenny and 006 continued to banter. Q was halfway across before he realised that perhaps the actual centre of the pond might not be the safest place to be. After all, the agents had skated their little race around the outer edge, where the ice was considerably thicker.
And Bond, ever vigilant, was moving towards the Quartermaster before the sheet of ice beneath his feet had even begun to crack.
It wasn’t especially deep water, 8-10 feet at most. But was enough to immerse Q completely. The shock of the cold hit his system so hard that his body went into a moment of paralysis that felt like an eternity. He was only vaguely aware of the muffled splash above him and strong hands grabbing his waist to shove him upwards. Numb to the core as he was, he barely felt another pair of hands - Trevelyan’s - reach into the water to take him by his armpits and drag him up to the surface and onto the ice.
The next thing he hears is Eve barking orders about Medical and hot showers and bugger it all to hell if he hasn’t gone and lost his glasses to the murky depths. Felicity hauls him to his feet and Q finds himself anchored between the solid forms of herself and 006, shuffling him quickly across the ice back towards the looming safety of River House. R is hot on his heels, he barely feels her hand on the small of his back through his sodding wet parka and jumper but it’s there, doing what she can to reassure.
The cold feels as though it is gripping his very heart and consciousness is slipping away. The last thing he senses once they hit terra firma is the sensation of being swept into 006’s arms and hears himself mumbling in quiet protest. Good God, he thought to himself as logical thought departed from his mind, I am never going to live this down…
The cocoon of warmth in which he work up some hours later felt like heaven. The memory of the cold biting his bones fading in the cosiness of the blankets. He felt something pop into his ear and was about to bat it away when he realised it was Dr Jones, Head of Medical, taking his temperature.
_BEEP! _went the device. “All looks fine. Core body temperature back to normal,” he said with calm reassurance.
“Lost my glasses,” Q heard himself mumble. It was only a few seconds later, when he felt a gun-calloused palm against his own and the solid feel of his frames being pressed into his palm. Q slid up the pillow and put on them on, clearing the haze to reveal 006 and 007 standing on with side of the bed, watching him. He wasn’t sure why, but he felt suddenly a little too hot.
“You rescued them,” he whispered. Bond shrugged. “Eve made me. Said you’re blind without them.”
“Speaking of Eve…” Q asked, looking around. “She’s gone to yours to grab some fresh clothes,” Bond stated. “Can’t have you parading about Six in a terry robe now can we? Half the staff might get the crazy idea that it’s Christmas…”
Q allowed himself a small laugh, more relief at the warmth than anything else. “Thank you. For saving my glasses. And pulling me out of a watery grave.”
“I was just quicker of the mark,” Bond said casually, looking at Trevelyan would kept his peace during the exchange. “If Alec hadn’t been so busy arguing with Eve about winning your company for dinner this evening…”
Q - feeling suddenly emboldened by his near brush with death (OK. Maybe a tad overdramatic but still…) - heard, not without a slight sense of disbelief, the next words to tumble from his mouth.
“Well. Technically 006 did win the race,” Q said thoughtfully. “Though you did ruin a nice suit in the process of saving my sorry arse, 007.” He paused. “Ergo, logic demands that I take you both out to dinner.”
The look the agents exchanged was borderline shocked but quickly recovered. “I think we’d both like that very much, Quartermaster…”
This may in fact be the understatement of the year, but dinner, was a revelation.
Between the strength of their mutual respect - and Q would even go so far to say love - combined with the needling banter he observed throughout the evening, he was left in absolutely no doubt that these men could survive anything in the world of espionage that life could throw at them.
Bond was on his third martini and Trevelyan on his fifth vodka when they redirected their attention towards Q, who up until that point had been more than happy to watch and enjoy their playful interactions. Now he found himself once again the object of a focus that would have been flattering for anyone else, but unnerving for him.
“I think it’s time we heard a few stories from the life and times of our esteemed Quartermaster,” said Bond, leaning back in his chair and unbuttoning his jacket.
Q fingered the stem of his wine glass, which Bond recognised as a slight tick. He had observed the same treatment of his favourite mug when Q was talking to M in person or via comms.
He cleared his throat. “Oh my life experience pales in comparison I’m afraid,” he said with a smile. “Careening down the sides of mountains, jumping from planes and rescuing damsels in distress is a far cry from what I can offer.”
And with those words, Alec saw his opening and made his move.
“You underestimate yourself Quartermaster. Personally, I find you quite fascinating.”
Q chastised himself inwardly at the rising, betraying blush. “I find myself quite fulfilled with my work and my cats.”
“You know, I think he’s attempting to feign dull to try and throw us off, Alec,” Bond’s smile was blatantly sensual. “Would you like to know what we see when we look at you, Q?”
Q tilted his head in curiosity. Such a statement could only mean that he’d been under observation for some time. And so engrossed had he been in making his mark on MI6, had completely failed to notice. A Quartermaster’s mind is put together differently from that of an agent after all. He could hardly be blamed for missing the signs.
“I’m not sure—“ Q began, shifting in his seat.
Bond ignored him, Alec giving his fellow agent an encouraging nod before he continued.
“People like Alec and I? We don’t have many people whom we can trust in the world. For obvious reasons. It’s come as second nature to trust each other, having been through so much together in the field. But aside from M, there is no one within the walls of MI6 than we trust more than you.”
“When I watch you, I see isolation. A safe space you have created around yourself that no-one is allowed to invade. You fear intimacy as much as you crave it.”
“We want to share the trust we have in each other with you, Q. Let us in.”
And Q? Q was tempted. There was no denying his interest and attraction to the two men… But… he knew. Understood himself too well.
“No.” Q stood and straightened his jacket. “Thank you for a lovely evening, agents, but I think here’s where we call it a night.”
He departed. And Bond or Trevelyan didn’t try and stop him.
“Worth a shot, James,” said Alec as they both watched their retreating Quartermaster’s back.
“Never say never, Alec,” said Bond. He wouldn’t be the agent he was today if he turned away from a challenge.
And he always did so enjoy a challenge.
Three Months Later…
“Vy absolyutnyy ublyudok, Alec!”
James was back from a mission in Warsaw not twelve hours, and despite its harrowing circumstances, exhaustion and a deep, dreamless state had won him over. He’d fallen in a comatose state, alone in bed, not long after arriving at Q’s flat and woken up ten minutes ago, to find himself tied firmly to the bed frame. Not only tied by knots that he had himself taught Alec, but tied with the stockings Q had bought him for his own birthday.
Across the room, Alec had Q pinned to the wall, large hands clasping a slender waist, one leg between Q’s while he was currently subjecting Q’s collarbone and chest to a savage onslaught like that to which a lion would the rapidly diminishing carcass of a wildebeest.
Now fully awake (in more ways than one), the effects of the mission were kicking back in his mind and he was desperate for some - ANY kind of release to soothe the comedown. Bond closed his eyes against the sight of the two of them locked against each other, opening them again at the sound of Q’s breathy, shuddering moan. His head was pitched to the side, held in place now by Alec’s hand buried in his hair while he ravaged his throat.
Alec turned his head towards James then, shameless grin plastered across his face, releasing Q and giving him a moment to catch his breath. “Really James,” he tutted, “has the mission taken so much out of you you’re not even going to try?”
And that was what did it. James wrenched his wrist hard, bruising his flesh and causing a sharp rush of pain but tearing the stocking in the process. Alec moved swiftly towards the bed before James could free his other hand. He had him pinned beneath the length of his body though wasn’t going down without a fight bucking angrily against him. “Get the fuck off me, Alec,” he growled.
“Ask nicely now James,” Alec said teasingly, wrestling the exhausted agent, just as another breathless moan sounded behind them causing them both to pause in their battle for dominance. Alec rolled off Bond and both men took in the sight of Q, completely focussed on his own pleasure, one hand caressing his scalp while the other moved with a beautiful, steady rhythm against his cock. His eyes closed, head thrown carelessly back against the wall, both agents just watched for a few seconds more before Bond yanked his other hand free and rolled off the bed. In a few quick strides he was in front of Q, grabbing his occupied hand and dragging him towards the bed. Alec had made space and kept to the side while Bond, completely aroused, climbed on top of Q and with fuelled determination and purpose ground their hips together hard and fast.
Their climax was quick and dirty and beyond satisfying. Bond glanced to the side, his smug comrade, looking very pleased with himself. Bond pulled Alec into a kiss while a sated Q watched.
“Beautiful, fucking Cossak,” grumbled Bond, falling to Q’s side and pulling the boffin close against him, burying his face in his hair, content and soothed.
Missions would drain him dry, leave him cold and empty, but this.
This.
Again and again, Q and Alec pulled him from the cold, murky depths and reminded him to simply breathe.
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Prog 2150
The perfect jumping-on point for new & lapsed readers, this bumper-sized Prog is the last of what has been a zarjaz summer of ThrillPower™. Featuring the best of recent and classic Thrills, this landmark issue is a fitting entrée to the Autumn lineup in the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic….
JUDGE DREDD // GUATEMALA Mega-City One, 2141 AD. Home to over 130 million citizens, this urban hell is situated along the east coast of post-apocalyptic North America, Crime is rampant, and only the Judges — empowered to dispense instant justice — can stop total anarchy. Toughest of them all is JUDGE DREDD — he is the Law! Now, former Chief Judge Hershey has revealed that she’s dying from a pathogen, and is facing her final days… Judge Dredd created by John Wagner & Carlos Ezquerra HOPE // …UNDER FIRE An alternate 1940s USA. WWII is over, victory having been secured by occult means. Now, magic is a part of everyday life, its practitioners commonplace. Mallory HOPE is one such skilled operative, though calling on the dark arts takes its toll on the user. He’s also a private investigator, hired for all manner of down n’ dirty jobs, and now his services have taken him to New York at the behest of an old army colleague… Hope created by Guy Adams & Jimmy Broxton BRINK // HATE BOX The late 21st century, and through environmental catastrophe and industrial overload Earth has been reduced to a wasteland. Mankind finally evacuated the planet in 2072 and millions were housed in a number of deep-space Habitats. But life on these cramped, overcrowded stations is tense, with many spilling over into madness — as HSD cop Bridget Kurtis has discovered in her investigations into violent sect crimes… Brink created by Dan Abnett & INJ Culbard FUTURE SHOCKS // RESTRUCTURING Out in the vast reaches of the universe, there are an infinite number of stories waiting to be told. These cautionary tales pass from traveller to traveller in the spaceports and around campfires on distant planets, acquiring the status of legend, their shocking ends a salutory lesson in hubris. Anything is possible in these twisted trips into the galaxy’s dark side, so abandon your preconceptions, and expect the unexpected… Restructuring created by Karl Stock & Will Simpson ANDERSON; PSI-DIVISION // JUDGE DEATH: THE MOVIE Mega-City One, 2141 AD. Psi-Division is a section of Justice Department that specialises in Judges with accentuated psychic talents — from precognition to exorcism, astral projection to pyrokinesis, its operatives deal with all manner of paranormal crimes. Cassandra ANDERSON is Psi-Div’s top telepath, who’s been responsible for saving the city on numerous occasions — not least against the undead superfiend Judge Death… Psi-Judge Anderson created by John Wagner & Brian Bolland DEFOE // THE DIVISOR London, 1668. It is two years since the city was devastated by the Great Fire. From the ashes rose the undead, hungry for the flesh of the living. Protecting the populace are zombie hunters like Titus DEFOE, a former Leveller, who now makes it his mission to rid the capital of the ghouls. In this strange, clockpunk alternate past, supernatural entities have been passing info to humanity, enabling them to build rocketships… Defoe created by Pat Mills & Leigh Gallagher SINISTER DEXTER // WAITING IN CHAIRS Downlode gun-sharks Finnigan SINISTER and Ramone DEXTER are the best triggers money can buy. Having whacked Holy Moses Tanenbaum, a ganglord from an alternate dimension whose presence threatened the fabric of reality, they’ve found killing him reset the continuum, meaning no one knows who they are, apart from hacker Billi Octavo. Now, after a bodyguarding gig went south, Dexter has been badly injured… Sinister Dexter created by Dan Abnett & David Millgate THE FALL OF DEADWORLD // DOOMED The planet that eventually became known as DEADWORLD was once a regular civilisation existing in a dimension parallel to our own. But the end of days is coming, and creatures known as the Dark Judges are spreading their contagion, exterminating all life. While the survivors attempt to resist the undead horde, the neighbouring Soviets have seen the chaos as an ideal time to launch an attack on their enemies… The Fall of Deadworld created by Kek-W & Dave Kendall
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Good Stuff ~ Stray Thoughts: Steven Universe’s Movie
It’s high time I finally looked at this film. 100%, Monkey Style. Let’s roll...
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Ah, a curtain raise. Fancy Schmancy.
Chance the Rapper! Good seeing him have a hand in the music, cause I doubt it’ll sound any different.
I wish the tale was more than just about Steven
Lucky she got planet earth, I guess.
*Holds onto the laugh* She latched onto Greg’s seed. HEHEEE KEK! 
That’s one way of putting it
You know, I would’ve preferred he was 18 instead of 16. It makes sense that he’s still a teen, but that is me
I guess this film wouldn’t have gone the way it did if Steven didn’t dox himself like that.
“Saving.“ That reminds me. What of the Cluster? “They’ll never mention it.“ I know. *sigh*
I’m so glad this time skip makes me ask more than accept, trying to make me compelled for season 6 to know what happened in between that time. You’re not slick here, movie.
“The White Power Hour will be right back“
Am I the only one finding this scene with the Diamonds creepy?
“Come on, Steven. You’re all that stands between me and doing the racism.“
Connie! Glad you look spry and well in your 65% of screen time.
Cheek peck! Lovely!!!
Shoot, they could make a whole episode about him being a guest at the space camp. I mean I’m saying this cuz I doubt they are.
Ah, the “What Could Possibly Go Wrong?” song.
Zach is quite the singer when he can sing more naturally
Come on Pearl, don’t make me believe Rose was a character
Oh the chest is open. Neat. Wish I cared.
Unconsenting head warp
1st Born Amethyst is adorable.
*sigh* Wonderful. It’s a shame I’m gonna forget this song.
Ah, the best character in the series has arrived
Real Talk tho: How did our antagonist get to Earth with that craft so quickly? Like, let’s say it took 10 real minutes at best between Steven giving his Homeworld speech to resting on that hill. She just had that injector, roaring to go, and knew exactly where Steven might’ve been all in that short amount of time? “You know logic is not this show’s strong suit.” Let me dream, damn it!
Again, none of this would’ve happened if Steven didn’t out himself
Ruining other people’s happiness. I love her already.
Why did Steven getting his face kicked feel satisfying?
“Pink Diamond“ Ah, the secret word.
While “Other Friends” is such a bop, one of the only good songs so far, I knew this movie would have it’s musicals take place every.... less than five minutes.
Wait. The villain has stretchy powers, so there's an in-Universe reason to be off-model all the time? Oooooh, they’re fucked.
It was at that moment the villain knew, he fucked up.
Again, Steven getting kicked feels so satisfying.
Reaper? Awwwww ye!
I’m telling you. She let him slice her. 
What? How can he not control his powers while he’s aware of- ugh.
Surprised he didn’t revert back to no neck Steven
Ok, that quick censor joke got a laugh outta me.
Two for two laughs, Greg is on a roll
How would gems know what seashells are?
Three minutes apart. Not bad.
Whaaat was that zoom?
Ah, the “For the Newbies/clueless” song
We’re doing the amnesia plot, Pearl, keep up a bit.
I’m somehow giddy and uncomfortable at Spinel’s presence.
Beautiful song. Sad I won’t remember this one.
Wonderful lip sync there.
Oh no, chekov’s scythe.
Heheheheheheh, Spinel’s dead eye stare
Ah Lapis, if only the show treated you better
That’s some morbid logic. I can dig it.
Seriously, if you are aware of your powers, then why can’t yo- ugh.
Ye, get the Diamonds. They could punt the injector out, everything could go as planned. Only problem would be having to listen to them.
I doubt Garnet would know what to do, honestly.
Spinel’s VA must’ve had a blast with the role
About five minutes apart. Doing better.
Song is better too. Not memorable, but it’s a fist pump worthy tune.
Dang it, Spinel, you’re precious!
I’m with Steven, I’m getting Cupcakes vibes with that pizza slicer
Ye, just let her pick up that weapon. It’ll conveniently advance the plot.
Oh a lovely constitutional for those two.
Rise of the Shield Hero!
Four minutes apart. Slightly better.
Weakest song by far, but the visuals were amazing.
Subtle moment here. I’ll express later.
Is Onion teleporting?
So sad Ronaldo.
Okay, that was a wholesome moment. “That’s why Amethyst and Steven ARE the best.“ You know it. *fist bump*
Ye, I think it’s best to get out of there?!
I doubt it’s gonna kill everything on Earth
Oh wait, what about the Clu- “It’s not gonna be mentioned.” The Cluster deserves better, man.
I honestly would’ve loved to see Steven lift that entire thing
Great, you made it worse.
But forget the end of the world. We got music to make.
A little over five minutes. Pretty good.
Why am I getting Pat Benatar vibes from this tune?
'Disobedient’ is bad btw
The look Steven and Greg gave before rocking out? I felt that. Now....
There comes a time in all forms of media consumption where you are so utterly bewildered by an event taking place that there are so many things wrong with it that you don’t have words and you simply laugh..... 
When I saw this sequence for the first time I wish I recorded it. I burst out laughing, struggling to compose myself, and I was fundamentally blown away at what in the world I was seeing. And the kicker? I wasn’t even entirely sure of why..... 
It’s like so many issues cascade on your brain at once, you are overwhelmed and you couldn’t possibly pass it out in the amount of time you have left before something utterly ridiculous happens on top of what you just saw.... 
So that is why posts like this exist, to collect and come up with a sensible way to exhibit one’s feelings about the sequence because.... what. the. fuck. Let’s roll back.
Chad Gem? Chad motherfucking gem.
Got a pompadour, super-sized mullet, potentially 8-pack, and a clean shave which surprised me the most. They just... *MWAH* pulled no punches with Multiverse’s design.
The powers however confuse me. Can he just fly now and make anyone fly? 
I get where people were coming from with their discomfort, but honestly this is the funniest thing in this entire movie. Nothing about this feels right and that just makes it hilarious.
I’m just gonna say it.... *DEEP BREATH IN* RULE 34 MUST HAD A FIE- *snap* Sorry, low hanging fruit.
Did Pearl just literally sploosh?
It’s Always Sunny honestly did this better.
Opal, you’re back for a minute! I forgot she could talk.
We All Float.
Damn Steven, you look like shit.
Steve-o, you’re not helping her situation. Comfort her, fool.
Oof, this is gonna be a painful number isn’t it?
Such a dear jester
A nice detail is that Spinel’s voice feels slowly exhausted and empty the more she shares of her memories. It makes that scene where she snapped at Steven make a lot more sense.
I also like that it isn’t clear if Steven sees what she’s envisioning but can understand what she might’ve remembered.
*taps the mic* Pink is a CUNT. That will be all.
'Drift Away’ was.. beautiful. Ugh, not gonna remember it though, which sucks.
That brings up a question. Was there never a message saying that Pink was “shattered”? Like you’d think news like that would’ve reached any and everywhere, Spinel especially. That certainly would’ve changed a few things.
Okay, ‘Found‘ was a great AND memorable song. That’s two out of.... ten. Not bad.
Greg is honestly the best in this movie.
Uh, Steven? You’re just leaving her there.
“Just Forget.“ How to make someone on edge feel worse in two words or less.
Welp, there’s Chekov’s scythe.
Pretty convenient he kept that around to further the plot.
I would say Spinel’s gone off the deep end, but.... uh, ugh I can’t help but side with her? I really just wanna give her a hug before the end of the world happens.
Garnet, are you gonna do anything? Were you this stagnant?
Ah, it’s the “Marketed like Let it Go” song.
I love that we got chill music in the midst of the apocalypse. It’s a good way to die.
Guess they saved the animation budget for the violence? Lovely.
Wait, that’s it? All that fluid and it doesn’t even look like it’ll destroy the world? Just Beach City? That kinda... kills the tension.
And why was everyone just standing there? Jesus, this feels messy.
It’s the final bout!
Tch, Get Dekt, Steven.
Shield hero’s back!
Spinel I love ya, and I don’t blame ya, but singing’s all they’ve done this entire movie.
Dead.
I got Mob Psycho vibes from that nuke. Don’t know why.
That reminds me. WHERE THE FUCK WAS THE MILITARY?! “Cause and Effect is not a stro-” Shut up!
Then stay with him, Spinel. Travel the world, be more than a single one’s friend and... oh, the Diamonds are here.
That’s a fate worse than death, dictators moving in with you.
It’s only been one night, White.... Seriously, this all happened in a day. It feels weird.
I’m with Yellow. That is sickeningly funny.
Seriously, their song is creepy. I don’t trust them like that.
I got a problem with Spinel’s ending deep down. Then again, if she can be happy... then I’m happy that she’s happy. That’s something, I guess.
Okay, I’m tired of the singing.
But when I think about it, I feel bad for Steven. All he just wanted was some time to himself where he didn’t have to deal with any bullshit. Had to teach whole dictators and remodel a whole empire. Yeah, he’s gonna change as he grows, but I don’t think there’s anything wrong with having “me time” so to speak. Can’t the kid have a chance to not have to worry about anything, actually live a life? No? Jerks?
Well that was a bit of fun. While the musicals and most of the characters felt like an afterthought, save for Greg, Spinel, and Steven, there were a few moments that honestly made the watch worth it, intentionally or not. I really have no interest in seeing this again, but I’m satisfied with the events that transpired and I’m glad the crew got to make this film. “What about the moral of the story?” 
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Eh, it’s Steven Universe, morals are whatever.
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~ get to know me meme ~
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Favorite Bands: god I'm into kpop hell rn, Twice, SHINee, Panic at the Disco, Coldplay Favorite Solo Artist: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Song stuck in my head: Lucifer by SHINee 
Last movie you watched: Love Simon Last show: >//////< please don't judge it's a guilty pleasure of mine to watch this old ass show meant for a younger audience, but it's my fall back anime when I'm particularly stressed out, Bakugan 
Why did you create your blog: originally it was a headcanon blog, if you've been with me since the beginning I used to post daily arcana hcs and then it became a mess as I got deeper into this hell Other blogs: my most frequently used are thearcanaweek, which I run with Cerin (asra-memelord), nadia-satrinava is my writing blog, melo’s my main blog  Ao3: n/a Do you get asks?: I used to frequently, but since I really haven’t done requests, I get one here or there  ¯\_(ツ)_/¯  Idea for your url?: No joke i had different ideas for different blogs (one specifically for like confessions or whatever) and wanted to be Organized(TM) but that fell apart so I just used this one I follow: all sorts of things! I’m attracted to blogs I find funny, but various fandom blogs and memes Followers: approximately 2,150 last time I checked - thank you so much ^-^
Average amount of sleep: 6 hours, which explains the reason why I wake up regretting my entire life sometimes xD Lucky number: 17 Instruments: I sing and can play flute and piano :o I’ve known how to read music since I was 3
What are you wearing?: this comfy as heck like one piece outfit which sounds really childish but it’s cute with a jean jacket over it Dream job: no clue Dream trip: something with my online friends, I really hope I can meet one this year, that’s on my bucket list for sure, haha
Significant Other: Asra none Last book I read: i fr don’t know, I like reading, but I never have time to read Top 3 Universes: varies a lot, but The Arcana is now a huge part of my life, pretty much all my good friends I met through this fandom kek
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“Kek” is a translation of the acronym “LOL” (laugh out loud) when reading text written by members of the Horde faction as an Alliance player in the online multiplayer game World of Warcraft (WoW). “Kek” is also associated with the unrelated Turkish snack food Topkek, which is often discussed on the /s4s/ (Shit 4chan Says) board on 4chan.
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The term has its origins in the Korean language, as the onomatopoeia ㅋㅋㅋ, in which ㅋ stands for the “k” sounds, like in raspy, stifled laughter. In the real-time strategy game Starcraft, because the game originally did not support the Korean language, the onomatopoeia was written as “Kekeke” which can be translated to “Hahaha” in English.
In the online multiplayer role-playing game WoW, released on November 23rd, 2004, players can choose to play on either the Alliance or Horde factions, which are considered enemies within the game’s universe. Players of separate factions are unable to communicate with one-another, as their typed text is run through an in-game translator. For players of the Horde faction, typing the letters “LOL” results in members of the Alliance faction reading “KEK”.
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On March 22nd, 2005, Urban Dictionary[1] user drat submitted an entry for the word “kek,” defining it as “’lol’ in Orcish.” On June 19th, 2007, Yahoo Answers[6] member Mr. Questionair submitted a question about cross-faction communication, to which user ArcadianStormcrow replied that when Horde players speak the word “lol,” it shows up as “kek” for Alliance players. On April 4th, 2008, a thread was submitted to the Gamespot Forums[7] which included mentions of “kek” and “lol” among other faction translations. On June 24th, 2009, Wow Insider[8] published an article on communicating with enemies, noting that saying “kek” as an Alliance player will not translate as “lol” to a Horde player. On February 16th, 2010, Wowhead Forums[2] member sistereinstein submitted a thread asking if “kek” was a new slang term for “LOL.” On September 2nd, 2011, an entry for “kek” was submitted to the slang website Internet Slang,[3] defining it as “LOL in WOW.”
Topkek
Topkek is a brand of Turkish cake which is often combined with the neologism “Top Lel” associated with the Top Gun hat worn by the character Adam in the American sitcom Workaholics. According to Encyclopedia Dramatica,[4] Topkek became notable on the /s4s/ board on May 13th, 2013, when user prime minister face began posting photographs of the snack food.
On June 5th, a Facebook[5] page titled “Top kek” was launched. On June 23rd, YouTuber youyours555 uploaded the intro from the animated television show My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic edited to include Topkek and other Internet meme references (shown below, left). On July 12th, 2013, Redditor glnskp submitted a screenshot of a Topkek 4chan thread to the /r/4chan subreddit, to which several Redditors replied with references to WoW. On the following day, YouTuber Top Kek uploaded a When I’m Bored remix video titled “When I’m kek” featuring a slideshow containing Topkek images (shown below, right).
Cult of Kek
The Cult of Kek, also known as the Church of Kek, is a satirical religion based around the worship of the ancient Egyptian deity Kek[4] (also spelled Kuk or Keku), an androgynous God of darkness and chaos who is often depicted as a frog or frog-headed man in male form or a snake-headed woman in female form. On 4chan, the character Pepe the Frog is often considered a modern avatar of the diety, who uses ancient Egyptian meme magic to influence the world, often by fulfilling the wishes of posts that end in repeating numbers.
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Fun fact: For Horde players listening to Alliance characters, it says “bur”.
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>mfw i am youyours555I never thought that my MLP vidya would be the first search result of “topkek”. I am kinda honored.
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Preview: PROG 2099  19-09-18
All stories come to their circuit-shattering conclusion this week to make way for the ghafflebette landmark, PROG 2100... more about this bumper milestone issue and JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #400, of course! - very soon - stay tuned! As mentioned this Prog winds up Judge Dredd, Survival Geeks, Mechastopheles & The Order to their thrill-powered conclusions, as well as a bonus Future Shock from debutantes, Mark  McCann and cover droid extraordinaire, Adam Brown. Talking of zarjaz cover droids, check out this week's top frontage by the super-talented, Karl Richardson from his current series, Mechastopheles.
JUDGE DREDD // THE BOOTH CONSPIRACY
  Mega-City One, 2140 AD. Home to over 100 million citizens, this urban hell is situated along the east coast of post-apocalyptic North America. Crime is rampant, and only the Judges — future law-enforcers empowered to dispense instant justice — can stop total anarchy. Toughest of them all is JUDGE DREDD — he is the Law! Now, terror cell the Sons of Booth, armed with a Stupid Gun, are attempting to free the last President...  T.C. Eglington (w) / Staz Johnson (a). Judge Dredd created by John Wagner & Carlos Ezquerra 
SURVIVAL GEEKS // SLACK N’ HASH 
Somewhere in the outer limits of space/time, plunging through the planes of reality, is what looks like a regular suburban two-up two-down, but it is in fact powered by misfiring transdimensional technology. Inside live sci-fi obsessives Clive, Rufus and Simon, plus reluctant housemate Sam and pet Cthulhu Howard: explorers on the edge of beyond. Now, they’re on a world plagued by murderous Slashers... Survival Geeks created by Gordon Rennie, Emma Beeby & Neil Googe 
MECHASTOPHELES // TRUE FAITH
 It is over a year since the Fall, when the demons rose and society collapsed. A band of survivors have sought refuge in a demonically powered robot called MECHASTOPHELES, and they use this infernal ark as a means to seek sanctuary. When Mechastopheles needed repairing, he was granted passage into the city of Benedictia, but the authorities had plans of their own for him. Now he’s breaking out... Mechastopheles created by Gordon Rennie, Lawrence Rennie & Karl Richardson 
FUTURE SHOCKS // TALK’S CHEAP
 Out in the vast reaches of the universe, there are an infinite number of stories waiting to be told. These cautionary tales pass from traveller to traveller in the spaceports and around campfires on distant planets, acquiring the status of legend, their shocking ends a salutory lesson in hubris. Anything is possible in these twisted trips into the galaxy’s dark side. Abandon your preconceptions, and expect the unexpected... Talk’s Cheap created by Mark McCann & Adam Brown 
THE ORDER // THE NEW WORLD
 Throughout history, mankind has been under threat of extermination by the Wyrms, creatures from another plane that systematically break into our reality. Defending humanity are the men and women of THE ORDER, a secret band of warriors that have fought the entities across the centuries. But the Wyrms have fractured time, and Anna Kohl has been crossing the dimensions in search of her love, Ritterstahl... The Order created by Kek-W & John Burns
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5 BEST Places to Visit in Malaysia - Ong Meng Foong
Malaysia is one of the most delightful nations on the planet. Find 5 top vacationers attractions in Malaysia. Locate the best goals that you ought not miss when visiting here. To make your excursion agreeable and fun, plan your outing prior. Choose where you need to be, exercises you need to do, places you need to remain and how to arrive. 
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1. Taman Negara
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We should investigate the genuinely tropical life in Taman Negara. The world's most established rainforest, 130 million years of age virgin rainforest is holding on to share her pride legacy. Find, appreciate and discharge your worry inside the most astounding magnificence nature. Taman Negara National Park is the ideal spot for voyagers who love untamed life seeing, wilderness trekking, climbing, rock climbing, angling, outdoors and some more. It is entrenched as one of the most well known ecotourism in Malaysia. Consistently Taman Negara pulls in a huge number of nearby and global explorers. It has a tropical, moist atmosphere with temperatures averaging 86°F (30°C). It is opened consistently. 
Taman Negara is a famous among vacationers as one of the goals during their visit in Malaysia that regularly incorporate Cameron Highlands, Perhentian Island, Penang, Malacca and Langkawi.
2. Perhentian Islands
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Perhentian Islands are notable everywhere throughout the world as a result of its immaculate sea shores and perfectly clear water. The island and coral are moderately untainted and well known visiting point for vacationer investigating Malaysia and this piece of Asia. Play and stroll on the delicate and white sand with many broken coral in places. The ocean is turquoise, and completely clear make Perhentian Island as the best spot for swimming in Malaysia, do it directly before your retreat. You can swim, swimming, playing at the sea shore and kayaking for the entire day. 
Perhentian Island is a well known among vacationers as one of the goals during their visit in Malaysia that typically incorporate Taman Negara, Cameron Highlands, Penang, Malacca and Langkawi. You can arrive either without anyone else drive or transport administration or open vehicle (transport and taxi) and pontoon.
3. Cameroon Highlands
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Cameron Highlands is a good country locale situated around 20 km east of Ipoh, 150 km north of Kuala Lumpur and at 5,000 ft. above ocean level, that appreciates a cool atmosphere, with temperatures no higher than 25 Celsius and at some point falls underneath 12 celsius. Cameron Highlands is home to numerous tea manors, and known as, the biggest tea-delivering district. The zone is otherwise called a significant provider of vegetables to both Malaysia and Singapore. 
Cameron Highlands is famous among travelers as one of the halting point during their visit to Malaysia that regularly incorporates Taman Negara, Perhentian Island, Penang, Malacca and Langkawi. You can arrive either without anyone else drive or transport administration or open transport.
4. Penang
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George Town is an UNESCO World Heritage city, where you can see an exceptional compositional and social. It holds a large number of pilgrim period structures right up 'til the present time. There are such a large number of spots for you to cover in your short investigating time. A few spots are worth for you to remember for your schedule incorporate Penang Hill, Snake Temple, Kek Lok Si Temple, Dhammikarma Burmese Temple, War Chaiyanabgalaram, Batu Feringgi and Gurney Drive. Penang is likewise notable as nourishments heaven. Accept the open door to taste the well known neighborhood rarities, for example, Penang Rojak, Pasembur, Char Kway Teow, Asam Laksa, Nasi Kandar and some more.
5. Kuala Lumpur
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Kuala Lumpur is the capital city and principle door to Malaysia. It's associated with everywhere throughout the world by means of its famous Kuala Lumpur International Airport, which is around 40 km from the City Center. Kuala Lumpur is the core of Malaysian economy and culture. They're numerous things you can do in Kuala Lumpur from visiting the renowned Petronas Twin Tower to the recorded Sultan Abdul Samad Building at Dataran Merdeka. Visit Batu Caves, the biggest Hindu Temple in Malaysia and see the Batik printing. 
You have numerous options where to remain in Kuala Lumpur. The rooms are accessible from essential to extravagance with truly sensible cost. From Kuala Lumpur find a good pace goals either by transport, or train or self drive via vehicle.
About the Author:
Ong Meng Foong was graduate with Bachelor of Commerce ( Management and Marketing) from Curtin University of Technology, Western Australia in 1997. Since then, They involved in online marketing till 2011.
In 2012 onwards, Ong Meng Foong was involved in teaching English as a second or perhaps as the fourth language to children who could not afford to study English as it become very expensive to do so.
Ong Meng Foong was teaching children English in the rural areas on an on-and-off basis for 4 years. Ong Meng Foong dedicated most of my time to teach English to urban children instead. Not all families staying in the cities could afford English tuition, hence, Ong Meng Foong taught basic English and basic ukulele lessons to some poorer Children. 
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BitMEX Research and Charlie Lee denounce Craig Wright speaking at conference as Satoshi
New Post has been published on https://dashbrokerreview.com/bitmex-research-and-charlie-lee-denounce-craig-wright-speaking-at-conference-as-satoshi/
BitMEX Research and Charlie Lee denounce Craig Wright speaking at conference as Satoshi
BitMEX Research, the research arm of Bitcoin derivatives giant BitMEX, has published a tweet thread encapsulating the most prominent court rulings and accusations of fraud leveled at Craig Wright, days before the controversial figure is scheduled to address a tech conference speaking as Satoshi Nakamoto.
Wright, who has for years contentiously claimed to be the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, will be speaking this week at London’s CC Forum in a one-on-one addressing the subject: “What was your purpose as Satoshi writing the Whitepaper?”
BitMEX Research’s 13-part thread presents several years’ worth of curated controversies involving Wright, primarily centered around long-standing allegations he has forged his credentials, along with various pieces of evidence submitted to court cases.
Several individuals stepped in to defend Wright on Twitter, however, including Wright’s chief confidant Calvin Ayre, who disclaimed the charges as false.
Wright’s checkered history has in recent months seemed turbulent enough to impact those in his vicinity. Last month, Ethereum’s ProgPOW creator, Kristy-Leigh Minehan, was uninvited from the Ethereum Classic Summit due to her apparent association with Wright and Ayre.
Wright would not be CC Forum’s only controversial speaker, however. A number of crypto’s more renegade individuals are slated to give keynotes at the “Blockchain, AI, and Digital Innovation” conference, most notably McAfee antivirus founder and self-professed fugitive John McAfee, vocal Bitcoin skeptic Nouriel Roubini, and Bitcoin.com CEO Roger Ver, who, amongst his more contentious acts, lied about the solvency of Mt. Gox.
The conference appears to have become highly politicized. Litecoin creator Charlie Lee has castigated several listed attendees including Roubini, Bitcoin Foundation head Brock Pierce, and Bitcoin futures trader Tone Vays for their involvement in CC Forum, claiming himself and other thought leaders have vowed to boycott conferences attended by Wright.
Following the debate, Twitter users were not too happy with some of the pictures that emerged from backstage.
* Makes a show on Twitter about how CSW is a conman * Laughs with him behind the scene
Top kek https://t.co/1bEnfMWQdk
— The Crypto Monk ⛩ (@thecryptomonk) October 16, 2019
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— $DiegoSV 🇧🇷 (@Diegoioisp) October 15, 2019
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Afternoon MAGAthread: YOUR WEEKLY PRESIDENTIAL RECAP!
HAPPY SATURDAY DEPLORABLES!
This is your giiiirlllll u/Ivaginaryfriend here and I'm back with all things dank and spicy from the past week! If you happened to miss any past recaps you can catch those here!
Sunday, May 26th:
TODAY'S ACTION:
President Trump Attends the Sumo Wrestling Cultural Program
President Trump Participates in a Couples Dinner with the Prime Minister of Japan
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
Tonight in Tokyo, Japan at the Ryōgoku Kokugikan Stadium, it was my great honor to present the first-ever U.S. President’s Cup to Sumo Grand Champion Asanoyama. Congratulations! A great time had by all, thank you @AbeShinzo!!
Thank you @JPN_PMO @AbeShinzo! #POTUSinJapan🇺🇸🇯🇵
“Why doesn’t the press apologize to President Trump for the Russian Collusion Delusion?” @marklevinshow @JudgeJeanine How about the Dems also?
The Great Patriots of Rolling Thunder WILL be coming back to Washington, D.C. next year, & hopefully for many years to come. It is where they want to be, & where they should be. Have a wonderful time today. Thank you to our great men & women of the Pentagon for working it out!
Congratulations to the Great (and my friend) Roger Penske on winning his 18th (UNBELIEVABLE!) Indianapolis 500. I am in Japan, very early in the morning, but I got to watch Simon drive one of the greatest races in the history of the sport. I will see them both, & TEAM, at the WH!
Great evening last night, thank you!
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
Prime Minister Abe Shinzo just posted a selfie with GEOTUS on the golf course!
Japan PEDE Approved
🚨IMPORTANT🚨 CBS News Poll: 7 in 10 Americans say the economy is in good shape. It’s clear: Americans are feeling the positive effects of @realDonaldTrump’s economy!
Oscar winner Jon Voight calls Trump the greatest president since Lincoln
🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:
2020 election in a nutshell
A global mass awakening is happening
NEVER FORGET.
It's becoming hard to tell the real world and satire apart.
KEK
Monday, May 27th:
TODAY'S ACTION:
President Trump Participates in a Bilateral Meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan
President Trump Participates in a Joint Press Conference with the Prime Minister of Japan
President Trump Participates in a Meeting with Japanese Families of those Abducted by North Korea
President Trump and the First Lady Attend the State Banquet
Vice President Pence Participates in the Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony
President Trump and the First Lady Participate in a Memorial Day Address Aboard the USS WASP
President Trump and the First Lady Visit JS Kaga with the Prime Minister of Japan
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
(Retweeting The White House) President @realDonaldTrump and Prime Minister @AbeShinzo met for bilateral meetings and a working lunch at Akasaka Palace.
.@ianbremmer now admits that he MADE UP “a completely ludicrous quote,” attributing it to me. This is what’s going on in the age of Fake News. People think they can say anything and get away with it. Really, the libel laws should be changed to hold Fake News Media accountable!
Impeach for what, having created perhaps the greatest Economy in our Country’s history, rebuilding our Military, taking care of our Vets (Choice), Judges, Best Jobs Numbers Ever, and much more? Dems are Obstructionists!
The Dems are getting NOTHING done in Congress! They only want a Do-Over on Mueller!
Arlington National Cemetary
#MemorialDay🇺🇸
Liz Cheney: Statements by agents investigating Trump 'could well be treason'
Retweeting The White House Video
Hoping things will work out with Israel's coalition formation and Bibi and I can continue to make the alliance between America and Israel stronger than ever. A lot more to do!
....Super Predator was the term associated with the 1994 Crime Bill that Sleepy Joe Biden was so heavily involved in passing. That was a dark period in American History, but has Sleepy Joe apologized? No!
Anyone associated with the 1994 Crime Bill will not have a chance of being elected. In particular, African Americans will not be able to vote for you. I, on the other hand, was responsible for Criminal Justice Reform, which had tremendous support, & helped fix the bad 1994 Bill!
I will be making two stops this morning in Japan to visit with our Great Military, then a quick stop in Alaska and back to D.C. Meetings with Prime Minister Abe went very well, and getting to spend time with the new Emperor and Empress of Japan was a great honor!
Can’t wait to see you all soon!
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
Time Reporter ADMITS He Faked Trump Quote!
HEAR! HEAR!
My dad left Iran during the Revolution. He painted this and now hangs it in his house for everyone to see. He’s a proud American, and I’m proud of him.
It's just a matter of time before every women's athletic record will be held by someone with a Y chromosome.
🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:
WHO: "Gamers are mentally ill." Also WHO: "Thinking you're the wrong sex is not a mental illness." honk honk.
If you want to thank a soldier....
For those who made the ultimate sacrifice, thank you 🇺🇸
Things you never see anymore...
Tuesday, May 28th:
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
Spoke with @GovStitt of Oklahoma last night from Japan because of the devastating tornadoes. Told him that @FEMA and the federal government are fully behind him and the great people of Oklahoma.
Storms overnight across Ohio and many other States were very dangerous and damaging. My team continues to update me with reports from emergency managers in the States affected. Listen to your local officials and be resilient. We are with you!
.@GovMikeDeWine just updated me on the devastation from the many tornadoes that struck Ohio early this morning. My Administration fully supports the people of the great State of Ohio as they begin the cleanup and recovery.
Just spoke to Governor @AsaHutchinson of the Great State of Arkansas to inform him that FEMA and the Federal Government will do whatever is necessary to help out with what has turned out to be Record Flooding. Asa and local officials are doing a great job!
I was actually sticking up for Sleepy Joe Biden while on foreign soil. Kim Jong Un called him a “low IQ idiot,” and many other things, whereas I related the quote of Chairman Kim as a much softer “low IQ individual.” Who could possibly be upset with that?
Back from Japan after a very successful trip. Big progress on MANY fronts. A great country with a wonderful leader in Prime Minister Abe!
THANK YOU JAPAN!🇺🇸🇯🇵
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
Airmen onboard the USS WASP wearing patches on their jumpsuits that read “Make Aircrew Great Again.” The patches include an image in the center in the likeness of President Trump.
I'll take stories that got swept under the carpet for 200
Senate Republicans vow to quickly crush impeachment trial of Trump if House proceeds with impeachment
Massachusetts judge who hid illegal alien from ICE faces 20 years in prison
Mueller Team Denies Michael Wolff Claim of Trump Indictment
A left-wing content creator on youtube and twitch openly endorses political violence against conservatives.
After answering question, Creepy Joe tells 10-yo girl... "if you give me your address I'm going to write you a longer answer & tell you the exact things I would do, okay? okay? promise? I bet you're as bright as you are good looking." then gropes her shoulders and gets in a sniff
🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:
Three years ago today. RIP Harambe.
LOCK THEM UP!!!
The left set themselves such extremely low standards then fail to live up to them
Great Britain just got Great Again.
Wednesday, May 29th:
TODAY'S ACTION:
President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Appoint Individual to a Key Administration Post
President Donald J. Trump Announces Judicial Nominees and United States Marshal Nominee
President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump Depart for Japan
President Trump Meets Members of the Military in Alaska
President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump Visit Arlington Cemetery
President Trump Presents the Public Safety Medal of Valor
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
Republicans cannot allow themselves to again lose the Senate seat in the Great State of Alabama. This time it will be for Six Years, not just Two. I have NOTHING against Roy Moore, and unlike many other Republican leaders, wanted him to win. But he didn’t, and probably won’t..... ... ...If Alabama does not elect a Republican to the Senate in 2020, many of the incredible gains that we have made during my Presidency may be lost, including our Pro-Life victories. Roy Moore cannot win, and the consequences will be devastating....Judges and Supreme Court Justices!
Nothing changes from the Mueller Report. There was insufficient evidence and therefore, in our Country, a person is innocent. The case is closed! Thank you.
How do you impeach a Republican President for a crime that was committed by the Democrats? WITCH-HUNT!
Great show tonight @seanhannity, you really get it (9:00 P.M. @FoxNews), that’s why you’re Number One (by far)! Also, please tell Mark Levin congrats on having the Number One book!
I was not informed about anything having to do with the Navy Ship USS John S. McCain during my recent visit to Japan. Nevertheless, @FLOTUS and I loved being with our great Military Men and Women - what a spectacular job they do!
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
Posted by antifa international, but is literally fascism
Trump Cracks Down On People That Help Immigrants Illegally Enter The US
The guy who ran the FBI for 12 years does not believe in the fundamental underpinning of American law. This should terrify everyone.
A week before Trump’s inauguration in January 2017, Britain’s top national security official sent a private communique, hand-delivered to incoming U.S. national security adviser Mike Flynn’s team, that the British government lacked confidence in the credibility of former MI6 spy Christopher Steele.
🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:
LOCK THEM UP
r/The_Donald Right Now................
Presumption of innocence, how does it work?
Mueller leaves them blue balled and frustrated once again
Hello? Hello?
Thursday, May 30th:
TODAY'S ACTION:
First Lady Melania Trump and Mrs. Akie Abe Visit Digital Art Museum in Tokyo
President Trump Delivers Remarks at the 2019 United States Air Force Academy Graduation Ceremony
President Trump Delivers Remarks at the U.S. Air Force Academy Graduation Ceremony
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
The Greatest Presidential Harassment in history. After spending $40,000,000 over two dark years, with unlimited access, people, resources and cooperation, highly conflicted Robert Mueller would have brought charges, if he had ANYTHING, but there were no charges to bring!
Russia, Russia, Russia! That’s all you heard at the beginning of this Witch Hunt Hoax...And now Russia has disappeared because I had nothing to do with Russia helping me to get elected. It was a crime that didn’t exist. So now the Dems and their partner, the Fake News Media,..... ... ....say he fought back against this phony crime that didn’t exist, this horrendous false accusation, and he shouldn’t fight back, he should just sit back and take it. Could this be Obstruction? No, Mueller didn’t find Obstruction either. Presidential Harassment!
Congressman John Ratcliffe, “The Trump Campaign clearly did not conspire or collude.” @FoxNews
“Comey and Brennan are turning on each other.” @kilmeade
Robert Mueller came to the Oval Office (along with other potential candidates) seeking to be named the Director of the FBI. He had already been in that position for 12 years, I told him NO. The next day he was named Special Counsel - A total Conflict of Interest. NICE!
Very sad to hear the news on the passing of my friend, Senator Thad Cochran. He was a real Senator with incredible values - even flew back to Senate from Mississippi for important Healthcare Vote when he was desperately ill. Thad never let our Country (or me) down!
Presidential Meme
Just arrived in Colorado. Getting ready to deliver the commencement speech at the Air Force Academy graduation. Very exciting - probably will be broadcast live on TV. They want good ratings!
(Retweeting The White House) Thank you to all of the brave men and women graduating from the United States Air Force Academy today! “You could have chosen any school, any career you wanted, but you chose a harder path and a higher calling to protect and defend the United States of America.”
(Retweeting The White House) “You are ready to fly, fight, and win!” — President Donald J. Trump
Yesterday, Border Patrol agents apprehended the largest group of illegal aliens ever: 1,036 people who illegally crossed the border in El Paso around 4am. Democrats need to stand by our incredible Border Patrol and finally fix the loopholes at our Border!
The Navy put out a disclaimer on the McCain story. Looks like the story was an exaggeration, or even Fake News - but why not, everything else is!
On June 10th, the United States will impose a 5% Tariff on all goods coming into our Country from Mexico, until such time as illegal migrants coming through Mexico, and into our Country, STOP. The Tariff will gradually increase until the Illegal Immigration problem is remedied,.. ... ....at which time the Tariffs will be removed. Details from the White House to follow.
I will be watching @AlanDersh on @IngrahamAngle at 10:00 P.M. He speaks the truth!
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
GEOTUS JUST ANNOUNCED ALL GOODS FROM MEXICO WILL BE TARIFFED 5% UNTIL ILLEGALS STOP COMING!
Free hammers given out to the first 50 attendees!
Netflix Continues Production In Egypt, Where Abortion Is Illegal, While Considering Georgia Boycott Over ‘Heartbeat’ Bill
Chicago police release hundreds of pages of documents related to Jussie Smollett investigation straight from MAGA COUNTRY! #Transparency
William Barr interview: Attorney General says Mueller "could've reached a decision" on whether Trump obstructed justice — exclusive
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Hmmmm
MRW the White House imposes tariffs on Mexico over illegal immigration
Who's laughing now?
When Trump adds a 25% tariff...
Friday, May 31st:
TODAY'S ACTION:
Proclamation to Modify the List of Beneficiary Developing Countries Under the Trade Act of 1974
Proclamation on National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2019
Proclamation on Great Outdoors Month, 2019
Proclamation on National Homeownership Month, 2019
Proclamation on African American Music Appreciation Month, 2019
Proclamation on National Ocean Month, 2019
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
Sean Davis, The Federalist: “Mueller proved his entire operation was a political hit job. Still ZERO evidence of Trump-Russia Collusion, and no new evidence from Mueller.” @TuckerCarlson @FoxNews
Congratulations to the @AF_Academy Class of 2019!
Hard to believe that with the Crisis on the Border, the Dems won’t do the quick and easy fix. Would solve the problem but they want Open Borders, which equals crime!
Mexico has taken advantage of the United States for decades. Because of the Dems, our Immigration Laws are BAD. Mexico makes a FORTUNE from the U.S., have for decades, they can easily fix this problem. Time for them to finally do what must be done!
In order not to pay Tariffs, if they start rising, companies will leave Mexico, which has taken 30% of our Auto Industry, and come back home to the USA. Mexico must take back their country from the drug lords and cartels. The Tariff is about stopping drugs as well as illegals!
90% of the Drugs coming into the United States come through Mexico & our Southern Border. 80,000 people died last year, 1,000,000 people ruined. This has gone on for many years & nothing has been done about it. We have a 100 Billion Dollar Trade Deficit with Mexico. It’s time!
Saddened to hear about the loss of John Pinto, a Navajo Code Talker in World War II, over the Memorial Day Weekend. The Code Talkers are true American HEROES and John never stopped serving his fellow citizens as a longtime New Mexico State Senator. John, Rest In Peace!
.@SeanHannity is having a DEEP STATE SHOW tonight on Fox News at 9:00 PM (E), exposing the tremendous abuse of power that has been uncovered. Tremendous guests, a must see – Enjoy!
As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even execute individuals.... ... ....on the basis of their sexual orientation. My Administration has launched a global campaign to decriminalize homosexuality and invite all nations to join us in this effort!
GREAT NEWS! #MAGA
I will be announcing my Second Term Presidential Run with First Lady Melania, Vice President Mike Pence, and Second Lady Karen Pence on June 18th in Orlando, Florida, at the 20,000 seat Amway Center. Join us for this Historic Rally! Tickets:
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
Trump's approval rating hits highest point in two years
Justice Department Is Preparing Antitrust Investigation of Google
William Barr: Trump’s critics, not Trump, are 'shredding our norms and our institutions'
Flynn Filing Shows Mueller Twisted Everything Around And Prosecutors Refuse To Provide Proof Flynn Innocent
✅ Never Forget. Mueller Team Destroyed 19,000 Strzok/Page Texts Before Review
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avocados are over rated anyway.
I like beer too🍻
Wow! Watch RINO justin amash get BTFO by this Trump supporter, for his stance on impeachment of POTUS. I'd like to buy this woman a beer. Thank you, patriot! 👏👏
I love this restaurant. I love it, love it, love it. But not as much as I love our POTUS.
Saturday, June 1st:
🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:
Spoke to Virginia Governor @RalphNortham last night, and the Mayor and Vice Mayor of Virginia Beach this morning, to offer condolences to that great community. The Federal Government is there, and will be, for whatever they may need. God bless the families and all!
SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:
🚨🚨 Supreme Court to decide what happens when a US border agent shoots & kills someone on the Mexican side of the wall.
LISTEN TO THIS INFILTRATING WITCH .. Linda Sarsour STATES Muslims should NEVER assimilate, should ONLY appease Allah, & JIHAD against Trump & his administration !! BELIEVE HER SHE MEANS EVERY WORD.
Eric Trump: The media is a total joke — They discuss “avocado’s” potentially increasing a few cents but fail to mention the $200 Billion illegal immigration costs American taxpayers EVERY YEAR. How about the cost of illegal drugs on our youth, the cost to eduction & healthcare? #Priorities
CBS only wants you to watch small pieces of this interview so they can give before/after commentary to paint their own narrative around it. Listen to the entire uncut audio instead of watching their bullshit clips.
FITTON:MONSTROUS Abuse of Power: Investigate Mueller political attack on President Trump; New Docs show FBI helped Hillary Clinton just before the election; AND Hillary Knew: Was Warned Twice About Blackberry and Email Use -- Massive Judicial Watch Mega Update:
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Must have trained real hard.
My baby's smiling, probably because he knows he gets to live to be a badass. 🇺🇸 Here's hoping for a July 4th birthday.
Vegans For Biden. Drumpf doesn't stand a freakin' chance.
What a great idea. MAGA Parrots! 🦜
Training is one of the most important parts of winning. This is how AG Bill Barr begins each day.
WEEEW LAD! SOOOO MUCH FUCKING WINNING, STILL NOT TIRED OF IT!
Of course, no recap is complete without some tunes to get you jamming through all this winning:
Alright
Out Last Night
People Are Crazy
Why Don't We Just Dance
American Kids
MAGA ON PATRIOTS!
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GOOD AFTERNOON PATRIOTS!Hope everyone is having a TREMENDOUS weekend so far! This is u/ivaginaryfriend here and I'm back with all things dank and spicy from the past week! For those that missed any past recaps you can check those out here!Sunday, March 3rd:🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:After more than two years of Presidential Harassment, the only things that have been proven is that Democrats and other broke the law. The hostile Cohen testimony, given by a liar to reduce his prison time, proved no Collusion! His just written book manuscript showed what he..... ... ...said was a total lie, but Fake Media won’t show it. I am an innocent man being persecuted by some very bad, conflicted & corrupt people in a Witch Hunt that is illegal & should never have been allowed to start - And only because I won the Election! Despite this, great success!“Look how they’re acting now and how we act when we’re in the majority. What the Democrats are doing is an abuse of power. They couldn’t find anything...they took a Fake Dossier & couldn’t find any Collusion. Now they have a fake witness in Cohen.” Congressman Mark Green, (R-TN).My wonderful daughter, Ivanka, will be interviewed tonight by Steve Hilton on “The Next Revolution.” @FoxNews 9:00 P.M. She works so hard and has achieved so much for the U.S.A.(and gets so little credit!). Then watch Mark Levin at 10:00 P.M., a great show!The reason I do not want military drills with South Korea is to save hundreds of millions of dollars for the U.S. for which we are not reimbursed. That was my position long before I became President. Also, reducing tensions with North Korea at this time is a good thing!Presidential Harassment by “crazed” Democrats at the highest level in the history of our Country. Likewise, the most vicious and corrupt Mainstream Media that any president has ever had to endure - Yet the most successful first two years for any ... ....President. We are WINNING big, the envy of the WORLD, but just think what it could be?For the Democrats to interview in open hearings a convicted liar & fraudster, at the same time as the very important Nuclear Summit with North Korea, is perhaps a new low in American politics and may have contributed to the “walk.” Never done when a president is overseas. Shame!(Retweeting Ryan Cale) Jon Stewart “Listen up everybody, the Trump Justice Dept is doing an excellent job administrating the 911 compensation act” This is why we voted for an outsider... Trump gets it done! #MAGA #TheFive #MondayMotivation #MondayThoughts(Retweeting CC) President Trump made America great again! #MAGA Now it’s up to us to help him keep America great. #KAG #TRUMP2020(Retweeting Mollie Hemingway) Man, conservatives haven’t been this united on Twitter since the Kavanaugh confirmation!Schumer & the Democrats are hurting our Country. Senate Republicans must take BOLD ACTION!And also illegally leaking to Fake News CNN & others?To the great people of Alabama and surrounding areas: Please be careful and safe. Tornadoes and storms were truly violent and more could be coming. To the families and friends of the victims, and to the injured, God bless you all!SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:Thanks to this gentleman, Trump has announced that he's signing a new executive order that will force college campuses to either start supporting free speech, or lose all federal funding, including grant and research funding. Thanks, man.Fake news.As their expectations dissipate before our very eyes.In Italy, Salvini doing some immigration math on live television. He says that of the 130, 000 migrants who arrived by boat a year ago or so, 60 000 have gone underground while 2853 of the 70 000 who applied for asylum were real refugees. He ends with “all of Africa won’t fit in #Italy”🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:Never Underestimate The Power Of TrumpPolish CollusiondRuMpF BrOKe CamPaIgN FiNaNcE LaWThis was said 2300 years ago.ANYONE ELSE HERE MAD?!? 🙄Monday, March 4th:TODAY'S ACTION:Executive Order on Supporting the Transition of Active Duty Service Members and Military Veterans into the Merchant MarinePresident Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Individual to a Key Administration PostPresident Trump Meets with the 2018 Division I FCS National Champion North Dakota StateFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits The Children's Inn at the NIHPresident Trump Meets with the Prime Minister and President of VietnamPresident Trump Meets with Chairman Kim Jong UnPresident Trump Delivers Remarks at the National Association of Attorneys General🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:FEMA has been told directly by me to give the A Plus treatment to the Great State of Alabama and the wonderful people who have been so devastated by the Tornadoes. @GovernorKayIvey, one of the best in our Country, has been so informed. She is working closely with FEMA (and me!).The military drills, or war games as I call them, were never even discussed in my mtg w/ Kim Jong Un of NK—FAKE NEWS! I made that decision long ago because it costs the U.S. far too much money to have those “games”, especially since we are not reimbursed for the tremendous cost!“Now that the Dems are going to try & switch from Collusion to some other reason, it makes them continue to look like sore losers who didn’t accept the WILL OF THE PEOPLE in the last election - they will do anything to get rid of the President.” @AriFleischer It will never work!“There is no Collusion. All of these investigations are in search of a crime. Democrats have no evidence to impeach President Trump. Ridiculous!” @DevinNunes @FoxNews(Retweeting The White House) President Trump's message to those affected by the tornadoes in the Gulf states: "We grieve by your side and we pledge our unwavering support to help you rebuild from the very depths of this horrible tragedy."Presidential Harassment!“The American Media has changed forever. News organizations that seemed like a big deal are now extinct. Those that remain have now degraded themselves beyond recognition, like the New Yorker - or they’ve been purchased by Jeff Bezos to conduct unregistered lobbying for......... ... .... Amazon, like the Washington Post. It’s hard to remember that not so long ago America had prestige media outlets, but not anymore.” @TuckerCarlson The Fake News Media is the true Enemy of the People!(Retweeting Judicial Watch) Right now, our borders are being used as gateways for drug cartels & violent criminals – each day adding to the millions of illegal aliens already in the country. That's why JW fights illegal immigration in the courts. Sign the petition + help us win.✏️📋“We the people will now be subjected to the biggest display of modern day McCarthyism....which is the widest fishing net expedition....every aspect of the presidents life....all in order to get power back so they can institute Socialism.” @seanhannityRepresentative Ilhan Omar is again under fire for her terrible comments concerning Israel. Jewish groups have just sent a petition to Speaker Pelosi asking her to remove Omar from Foreign Relations Committee. A dark day for Israel!SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:President Trump welcomes the 2018 Division 1 FCS National Champions to the White House for...Chick-fil-A! 🐔🇺🇸MUH WAGE GAP: Google internal study found it was underpaying more men than women. #StopTheBiasTop Kek: Anti-CNN Billboard Appears Outside their Fake News Headquarters“Socialism’s Millennial fans don’t even know what it is”In Hollywood, "Artists" Put White People in MAGA Hats on Leashes & 'Walked' Them on Donald Trump's Star in Hollywood, giving new meaning to the word “Cuck.” Degrading mockery like this is meant to serve one purpose: To Celebrate their hatred of you. Remember these people want you dead and replaced🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:Any volunteers?Well, BTFO BernieLeftist LogicShe's an experiment gone wrong.God bless this great nation. #fuckliberalsTuesday, March 5th:TODAY'S ACTION:President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Individuals to Key Administration PostsExecutive Order on a National Roadmap to Empower Veterans and End SuicideTen Nominations and One Withdrawal Sent to the SenatePresident Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate a Key Individual to an Administration PostPresident Trump Participates in a Signing Ceremony🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:Now that they realize the only Collusion with Russia was done by Crooked Hillary Clinton & the Democrats, Nadler, Schiff and the Dem heads of the Committees have gone stone cold CRAZY. 81 letter sent to innocent people to harass them. They won’t get ANYTHING done for our Country!“HIV Is Cured In 2nd Patient, Doctors Report.” @nytimes Such great news for so many. Tremendous progress being made!The greatest overreach in the history of our Country. The Dems are obstructing justice and will not get anything done. A big, fat, fishing expedition desperately in search of a crime, when in fact the real crime is what the Dems are doing, and have done!PRESIDENTIAL HARASSMENT!Republican Approval Rating just hit 93%. Sorry Haters! MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!Our great First Lady (@FLOTUS) will be doing a LIVE show TODAY at 1:00 PM PT with the terrific @EricBolling at the @WestgateVegas Resort. She’s on her #BeBest Tour, helping address the #OpioidCrisis. Free admission for the first 1,500 people!Just a few moments ago, I signed an EO addressing one of our nation’s most heartbreaking tragedies: VETERANS SUICIDE. To every Veteran—I want you to know that you have an entire nation of more than 300 million people behind you. You will NEVER be forgotten.Scott Gottlieb, who has done an absolutely terrific job as Commissioner of the FDA, plans to leave government service sometime next month.... ... ....Scott has helped us to lower drug prices, get a record number of generic drugs approved and onto the market, and so many other things. He and his talents will be greatly missed!“(Crooked) Hillary Clinton confirms she will not run in 2020, rules out a third bid for White House.” Aw-shucks, does that mean I won’t get to run against her again? She will be sorely missed!(Retweeting Sarah Sanders) Statement on Chairman Nadler’s fishing expedition.(Retweeting Ronna McDaniel) While @realDonaldTrump was successful in the private sector, career politicians enrich themselves by spending decades in DC. Now they're attacking his success through a fishing expedition. They know there was no Russia collusion. These are investigations in search of a crime.(Retweeting Jim Hanson) @JerryNadler admits on #CNN they have no proof of Obstruction by @realDonaldTrump it's just his "personal opinion" Meet the new #WitchHunt Same as the old #WitchHunt cc @DonaldJTrumpJrHans Von Spakovsky, “I haven’t seen any evidence of actual violations of the law, which is usually a basis before you start an investigation. Adam Schiff seems to be copying Joseph McCarthy in wanting to open up investigations when they don’t have any evidence of wrongdoing.”(Retweeting Laura Ingraham) Tune in tonight for blockbuster analysis of the Dems’ colossally stupid decision to overreach with overbroad subpoenas...my sit-down with @Jim_Jordan too. @FoxNews #IngrahamAngle(Retweeting Donald Trump Jr.) Weird that all of a sudden the Fake Dossier author (paid for by Hillary and the DNC etc) no longe wants to show up and testify!?! Spooked? Christopher Steele Cancels Appearance After Cohen Testimony Destroys Dossier Allegation | Zero HedgeWeirdo Tom Steyer doesn’t have the “guts” or money to run for President. He’s all talk!(Retweeting Donald Trump Jr.) Jim Jordan: No evidence of Trump colluding with Russia, but 'all kinds' showing Clinton campaign didSIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:Felony charges filed against alleged attacker of conservative activist at UC-BerkeleyHillary Clinton rules out 2020 bid: ‘I’m not running’Terry Crews is receiving backlash for saying that children should have a positive father figure in their lifeCNN has no black employees reporting to the boss.Justin Trudeau's office told his former AG that if she'd break the law for them, They would have all kinds of media write op-eds to make people believe it was legal.🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:so free speech is apparently bad now 🤔Recipients can refuse to comply with document requests and seek court relief from any harassing subpoenas...The House could be made to go to federal court 80 different times to pursue its harassment of @realDonaldTrump...Were the Democrats always this entertaining?"What the filthy democrats are doing to President Trump is the equivalent of an officer pulling you over while you are obeying the law and detaining you until they can figure out a reason to arrest you.Wednesday, March 6th:TODAY'S ACTION:Executive Order on Revocation of Reporting RequirementTwo Nominations Sent to the SenatePresident Trump Participates in an American Workforce Policy Advisory Board Meeting"We Will Bring More Americans off the Sidelines and into the Workforce"🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:Senate Republicans are not voting on constitutionality or precedent, they are voting on desperately needed Border Security & the Wall. Our Country is being invaded with Drugs, Human Traffickers, & Criminals of all shapes and sizes. That’s what this vote is all about. STAY UNITED!It is shameful that House Democrats won’t take a stronger stand against Anti-Semitism in their conference. Anti-Semitism has fueled atrocities throughout history and it’s inconceivable they will not act to condemn it!American Workforce Policy Advisory Board Meeting at the @WhiteHouse!Congressman Chris Stewart: “No one is accusing the President of a crime and yet they (the Democrats) are issuing hundreds of subpoenas. This is unprecedented.” They are desperately trying to find anything they can, even a punctuation mistake in a document!Wall Street Journal: “More migrant families crossing into the U.S. illegally have been arrested in the first five months of the federal fiscal year than in any prior full year.” We are doing a great job at the border, but this is a National Emergency!Democrats just blocked @FoxNews from holding a debate. Good, then I think I’ll do the same thing with the Fake News Networks and the Radical Left Democrats in the General Election debates!SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:Trump fulfills terminally ill man's dying wish with phone callHot-Mic Catches CNBC Host Calling Dem Rep’s Talking Points ‘A Crock of Sh*t’This is unreal. Nancy Pelosi Defends Ilhan Omar: Not ‘Intentionally Antisemitic...’White House: 'Absolute embarrassment' that Congress is using all their time, resources to attack President Trump🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:777: The mark of the MAGA beast.I just wanna say Rest In Peace to my uncle, a desert storm vet, and true patriot for this country. He passed away today.UK now banning things that considered "haram" in Islam. Reddit: "IsLaM dOeSnT CoNfLiCt WiTh WeStErN cUlTuRe". Guess those redcoats will have to turn to goats next! Sad!"Hillary....Are you now saying there is still a chance you would run in 2020??"ERROR: UNABLE TO FIND VALID RESPONSEI call this hate speechThursday, March 7th:TODAY'S ACTION:President Trump Meets with the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:It was not a campaign contribution, and there were no violations of the campaign finance laws by me. Fake News!We are on track to APPREHEND more than one million people coming across the Southern Border this year. Great job by Border Patrol (and others) who are working in a Broken System. Can be fixed by Congress so easily and quickly if only the Democrats would get on board!Breaking News @MSNBC: “Cohen’s lawyer contradicts Cohen’s testimony about never seeking a Presidential Pardon.”SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:Tim Cook changes Twitter name to Tim Apple after The Donald christened him soNYT ': Trump Is a Liar For Saying There Is An Emergency At the Border. NYT One Month Later: The Border is at a 'Breaking Point'LEAKED AUDIO: GOOGLE Discusses 'Steering' the Conservative Movement | Exec Says Company $$ Can Suppress CPAC ‘Sideshow Circus’ of ‘Nationalistic’ Voices.And there it is folks. What we all knew but no one would say. It’s only about votes for Democrats. Speaker Pelosi: We Should Not Be ‘Suppressing the Vote of Our Newcomers to America’Jim Clyburn's defense: Ilhan Omar's experience is 'more personal' than Jews who had parents in the Holocaust- It's spreading through the Dems like a plague. Wooooooooow Clyburn tells Holocaust survivors to check their privilege. It's really getting weird now.🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:Name Something the Leftists Hate UPDATEDWhat in the actual fuck?!?Are we going by our superhero names?The_differenceSo Persecuted She Wrote A BookFriday, March 8th:TODAY'S ACTION:President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Individual to a Key Administration PostPresident Trump Delivers a Statement Upon DeparturePresident Donald J. Trump Announces Judicial NomineesPresident Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Personnel to Key Administration PostsFirst Lady Melania Trump at the 2019 International Women of Courage AwardsPresident Trump's Remarks at a Disaster Relief CenterPresident Trump's Remarks at Lee County NeighborhoodPresident Trump and the First Lady Visit Alabama🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:The Wall is being built and is well under construction. Big impact will be made. Many additional contracts are close to being signed. Far ahead of schedule despite all of the Democrat Obstruction and Fake News!Thank you @foxandfriends. Great show!I cannot believe the level of dishonesty in the media. It is totally out of control, but we are winning!PRESIDENTIAL HARASSMENT!Both the Judge and the lawyer in the Paul Manafort case stated loudly and for the world to hear that there was NO COLLUSION with Russia. But the Witch Hunt Hoax continues as you now add these statements to House & Senate Intelligence & Senator Burr. So bad for our Country!“This is as good a time as I can remember to be an American Worker. We have the strongest economy in the world.” Stuart Varney @foxandfriends So true!We are apprehending record numbers of illegal immigrants - but we need the Wall to help our great Border Patrol Agents!Women’s unemployment rate is down to 3.6% - was 7.9% in January, 2011. Things are looking good!On International Women’s Day, we honor women worldwide for their vital role in shaping and strengthening our communities, families, governments, and businesses...Heading now to the Great State of Alabama!Bad lawyer and fraudster Michael Cohen said under sworn testimony that he never asked for a Pardon. His lawyers totally contradicted him. He lied! Additionally, he directly asked me for a pardon. I said NO. He lied again! He also badly wanted to work at the White House. He lied!Congratulations to Heather Wilson, who is the sole finalist to become the next President of University of Texas at El Paso effective September 1, 2019. Heather has done an absolutely fantastic job... ... ....as Secretary of the Air Force, and I know she will be equally great in the very important world of higher education. A strong thank you to Heather for her service.(Retweeting Paul Sperry) Now that even some MSM acknowledging there never was a "collusion" scandal, when will MSM start investigating the real scandal of Obama DOJ/FBI & Clinton campaign making it look like there was? Oh that's right, the MSM were accomplices in that scandal. Never mind. #MediaCollusion(Retweeting Paul Sperry) Glenn Simpson & Christopher Steele r 2 of biggest villains in Russia collusion hoax, yet neither has faced serious scrutiny. They manufactured & seeded the dossier lies & disinformation. Yet Simpson still hasnt been subpoenaed to testify publicly before Senate. Ur move Sen Graham(Retweeting Paul Sperry) Despite running informants/stings on Trump camp, electronically spying for yr,unmasking NSA intercepts, rummaging thru Trump fixer's files, recordings, garbage, exploiting British intel & probing by CIA, FBI/DOJ, DOS, SSCI/HPSCI, MSM & SCO, Deep State still cannot prove collusion(Retweeting Paul Sperry) BREAKING: Democratic Rep. Jerry "Joe McCarthy" Nadler, who just yesterday declared that Trump obstructed justice, just now on CNN admitted he doesn't have the facts to prove obstruction of justice but just personally knows it to be true and will investigate. #DemFishingExpeditionAluminum prices are down 12% since I instituted Tariffs on Aluminum Dumping - and the U.S. will be taking in Billions, plus jobs. Nice!Sessions didn’t have a clue!(Retweeting Tom Fitton) NEW: Cohen Testimony is Abuse of @RealDonaldTrump: Deep State Abuse and Leaks Targets Trump Family/WH On Security Clearances; and Clinton email scandal witnesses set to testify to @JudicialWatch attorneys. Big Judicial Watch Update! https://youtu.be/c2RkB6vbvY0(Retweeting Tom Fitton) .@JudicialWatch exposed that Clinton operation and FBI paying Steele at the same time here: http://bit.ly/2Cbrvki …(Retweeting Lou Dobbs) #AmericaFirst – @marc_lotter: Democrats couldn’t condemn anti-semitism. That’s because the radical, left-wing socialists have taken over. Nancy Pelosi is having a hard time keeping Dems together. It is a shameful display of how our democracy works. #MAGA #TrumpTrain #Dobbs(Retweeting Lou Dobbs) Radical Dimms embarrass themselves: Debate over anti-Semitism charges exposes divide in Democratic Party. https://tmsnrt.rs/2UsuWtZ … #MAGA #AmericaFirst #Dobbs(Retweeting Charles Payne) Jobs Report: Most Important Highlight Non-Supervisory Wages continue to surge and outpace overall wage increases. This is amazing news for all Americans #Winning(Retweeting Mark Levin) Ron DeSantis, America’s governor(Retweeting Mark Levin) Victor Davis Hanson is on next. His new book, the Case for Trump, is out now!(Retweeting Ivanka Trump) Happy International Women’s Day! #IWD2019 #WGDP @USAID @WhiteHouse(Retweeting Melania Trump) Happy #InternationalWomensDay2019(Retweeting Ivanka Trump) Thank you for your exemplary service to our nation Secretary Wilson!Unimaginable loss - Such great people!(Retweeting MSNBC) President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump view memorial crosses for the 23 people killed in the Alabama tornadoes..@RepMikeTurner “The only time that Michael Cohen told the truth is when he pled that he is guilty.” Also when he said no collusion and I did not tell him to lie!”(Video)SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:BRUCE OHR TRANSCRIPT - Georgia Rep. Doug Collins unilaterally released a 268-page transcript Friday of a deposition that Justice Department official Bruce Ohr gave to Congress in August. (PDF)Leftists rage when judge hands down ‘light’ Manafort sentence — that has nothing to do with Russian collusionPresident Trump Delivers a Statement Upon Departure to AlabamaHouse votes in favor of illegal immigrant votingIndict Schiff immediately for criminally conspiracy with Michael Cohen for having Cohen lie repeatedly to CongressBUSTED! Jussie Smollett Update: 'Empire' Actor Indicted On 16 FELONY Counts By Chicago Grand Jury...🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:Happy International Women's Day!Happy International Women’s Day!We're kicking off International Women's day by honoring Zuby, the inspirational black woman that recently SMASHED women's weightlifting records!I want to take the opportunity on this International Women’s Day to remind this little criminal in the making that she will never grow up to be the president!Saturday, March 9th:🔥🔥TRUMP TWEETS🔥🔥:Border Patrol and Law Enforcement has apprehended (captured) large numbers of illegal immigrants at the Border. They won’t be coming into the U.S. The Wall is being built and will greatly help us in the future, and now!SIGNIFICANT TWEETS AND NEWS:Trump’s ‘Hire American’ Policy Delivers Fastest Wage Growth Since 2009Somehow American socialist see post-apocalyptic Venezuela and think "that's where we need to be"Nothing to see here. Just a Bible signed by Ronald Reagan and another by Hillary Rodham Clinton. Correct me if I’m wrong but I don’t recall any faux outrage.Fake reviews for captain marvel on google right now. There are 100 more on there with the exact same review wording and different names.🐸 TOP SPICE OF THE DAY 🐸:I almost pissed myself laughing, surely they can't be seriousThis Is My BoomstickJust got me a free copy of the WP Mueller Report book, had to share it here... Enjoy!Respect To This Based Patriot - Rep. Doug Collins . HIGH ENERGY FOLKS !!!NEVER GOING TO GET TIRED OF WINNING!Without further ado, some tunes to get you jamming through all these links:Save My SoulRock It For MeWonderlandLone DiggerRock With MeBlack BettyMAGA ON PATRIOTS! #robgray
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Twitter widens its view of bad actors to fight election fiddlers
Twitter has announced more changes to its rules to try to make it harder for people to use its platform to spread politically charged disinformation and thereby erode democratic processes.
In an update on its “elections integrity work” yesterday, the company flagged several new changes to the Twitter Rules which it said are intended to provide “clearer guidance” on behaviors it’s cracking down on.
In the problem area of “spam and fake accounts”, Twitter says it’s responding to feedback that, to date, it’s been too conservative in how it thinks about spammers on its platform, and only taking account of “common spam tactics like selling fake goods”. So it’s expanding its net to try to catch more types of “inauthentic activity” — by taking into account more factors when determining whether an account is fake.
“As platform manipulation tactics continue to evolve, we are updating and expanding our rules to better reflect how we identify fake accounts, and what types of inauthentic activity violate our guidelines,” Twitter writes. “We now may remove fake accounts engaged in a variety of emergent, malicious behaviors.”
Some of the factors it says it will now also take into account when making a ‘spammer or not’ judgement are:
        Use of stock or stolen avatar photos
        Use of stolen or copied profile bios
        Use of intentionally misleading profile information, including profile location
Kremlin-backed online disinformation agents have been known to use stolen photos for avatars and also to claim accounts are US based, despite spambots being operated out of Russia. So it’s pretty clear why Twitter is cracking down on fake profiles pics and location claims.
Less clear: Why it took so long for Twitter’s spam detection systems to be able to take account of these suspicious signals. But, well, progress is still progress.
(Intentionally satirical ‘Twitter fakes’ (aka parody accounts) should not be caught in this net, as Twitter has had a longstanding policy of requiring parody and fan accounts to be directly labeled as such in their Twitter bios.)
Pulling the threads of spambots
In another major-sounding policy change, the company says it’s targeting what it dubs “attributed activity” — so that when/if it “reliably” identifies an entity behind a rule-breaking account it can apply the same penalty actions against any additional accounts associated with that entity, regardless of whether the accounts themselves were breaking its rules or not.
This is potentially a very important change, given that spambot operators often create accounts long before they make active malicious use of them, leaving these spammer-in-waiting accounts entirely dormant, or doing something totally innocuous, sometimes for years before they get deployed for an active spam or disinformation operation.
So if Twitter is able to link an active disinformation campaign with spambots lurking in waiting to carry out the next operation it could successfully disrupt the long term planning of election fiddlers. Which would be great news.
Albeit, the devil will be in the detail of how Twitter enforces this new policy — such as how high a bar it’s setting itself with the word “reliably”.
Obviously there’s a risk that, if defined too loosely, Twitter could shut innocent newbs off its platform by incorrectly connecting them to a previously identified bad actor. Which it clearly won’t want to do.
The hope is that behind the scenes Twitter has got better at spotting patterns of behavior it can reliably associate with spammers — and will thus be able to put this new policy to good use.
There’s certainly good external research being done in this area. For example, recent work by Duo Security has yielded an open source methodology for identifying account automation on Twitter.
The team also dug into botnet architectures — and were able to spot a cryptocurrency scam botnet which Twitter had previously been recommending other users follow. So, again hopefully, the company has been taking close note of such research, and better botnet analysis underpins this policy change.
There’s also more on this front: “We are expanding our enforcement approach to include accounts that deliberately mimic or are intended to replace accounts we have previously suspended for violating our rules,” Twitter also writes.
This additional element is also notable. It essentially means Twitter has given itself a policy allowing it to act against entire malicious ideologies — i.e. against groups of people trying to spread the same sort of disinformation, not just any a single identified bad actor connected to a number of accounts.
To use the example of the fake news peddler behind InfoWars, Alex Jones, who Twitter finally permanently banned last month, Twitter’s new policy suggests any attempts by followers of Jones to create ‘in the style of’ copycat InfoWars accounts on its platform, i.e. to try to indirectly return Jones’ disinformation to Twitter, would — or, well, could — face the same enforcement action it has already meted out to Jones’ own accounts.
Though Twitter does have a reputation for inconsistently applying its own policies. So it remains to be seen how it will, in fact, act.
And how enthusiastic it will be about slapping down disinformation ideologies — given its longstanding position as a free speech champion, and in the face of criticism that it is ‘censoring’ certain viewpoints.
Hacked materials
Another change being announced by Twitter now is a clampdown on the distribution of hacked materials via its platform.
Leaking hacked emails of political officials at key moments during an election cycle has been a key tactic for democracy fiddlers in recent years — such as the leak of emails sent by top officials in the Democratic National Committee during the 2016 US presidential election.
Or  the last minute email leak in France during the presidential election last year.
Twitter notes that its rules already prohibit the distribution of hacked material which contains “private information or trade secrets, or could put people in harm’s way” — but says it’s now expanding “the criteria for when we will take action on accounts which claim responsibility for a hack, which includes threats and public incentives to hack specific people and accounts”.
So it seems, generally, to be broadening its policy to cover a wider support ecosystem around election hackers — or hacking more generally.
Twitter’s platform does frequently host hackers — who use anonymous Twitter accounts to crow about their hacks and/or direct attack threats at other users…
Feds cant touch us. NCA cant touch us. KEK we the big bois running around the internet with our 1337 bootnet! Come catch us we are untouchable! Living on TOR nodes and Open DNS. Smoking that good stuff with our bois at radware.
— APOPHIS SQUAD (@apophissquadv2) July 18, 2018
Presumably Twitter will be shutting that kind of hacker activity down in future.
Though it’s unclear what the new policy might mean for a hacktivist group like Anonymous (which is very active on Twitter).
Twitter’s new policy might also have repercussions for Wikileaks — which was directly involved in the spreading of the DNC leaked emails, for example, yet nonetheless has not previously been penalized by Twitter. (And thus remains on its platform so far.)
One also wonders how Twitter might respond to a future tweet from, say, US president Trump encouraging the hacking of a political opponent….
Safe to say, this policy could get pretty murky and tricky for Twitter.
“Commentary about a hack or hacked materials, such as news articles discussing a hack, are generally not considered a violation of this policy,” it also writes, giving itself a bit of wiggle room on how it will apply (or not apply) the policy.
Daily spam decline
In the same blog post, Twitter gives an update on detection and enforcement actions related to its stated mission of improving “conversational health” and information integrity on its platform — including reiterating the action it took against Iran-based disinformation accounts in August.
It also notes that it removed ~50 accounts that had been misrepresenting themselves as members of various state Republican parties that same month and using Twitter to share “media regarding elections and political issues with misleading or incorrect party affiliation information”.
“We continue to partner closely with the RNC, DNC, and state election institutions to improve how we handle these issues,” it adds. 
On the automated detections front — where Twitter announced a fresh squeeze just three months ago — it reports that in the first half of September it challenged an average of 9.4 million accounts per week. (Though it does not specify how many of those challenges turned out to be bona fide spammers, or at least went unchallenged).
It also reports a continued decline in the average number of spam-related reports from users — down from an average of ~17,000 daily in May, to ~16,000 daily in September.
This summer it introduced a new registration process for developers requesting access to its APIs — intended to prevent the registration of what it describes as “spammy and low quality apps”.
Now it says it’s suspending, on average, ~30,000 applications per month as a result of efforts “to make it more difficult for these kinds of apps to operate in the first place”.
Elsewhere, Twitter also says it’s working on new proprietary systems to identify and remove “ban evaders at speed and scale”, as part of ongoing efforts to improve “proactive enforcements against common policy violations”.
In the blog, the company flags a number of product changes it has made this year too, including a recent change it announced two weeks ago which brings back the chronological timeline (via a setting users can toggle) — and which it now says it has rolled out.
“We recently updated the timeline personalization setting to allow people to select a strictly reverse-chronological experience, without recommended content and recaps. This ensures you have more control of how you experience what’s happening on our service,” it writes, saying this is also intended to help people “stay informed”.
Though, given that a chronological timeline remains not the default on Twitter, with algorithmically surfaced ‘interesting tweets’ instead being most actively pushed at users, it seems unlikely this change will have a major impact on mitigating any disinformation campaigns.
Those in the know (that they can change settings) being able to stay more informed is not how election fiddling will be defeated.
US midterm focus
Twitter also says it’s continuing to roll out new features to show more context around accounts — giving the example of the launch of election labels earlier this year, as a beta for candidates in the 2018 U.S. midterm elections. Though it’s clearly got lots of work to do on that front — given all the other elections continuously taking place in the rest of the world.
With an eye on the security of the US midterms as a first focus, Twitter says it will send election candidates a message prompt to ensure they have two-factor authentication enabled on their account to boost security.
“We are offering electoral institutions increased support via an elections-specific support portal, which is designed to ensure we receive and review critical feedback about emerging issues as quickly as possible. We will continue to expand this program ahead of the elections and will provide information about the feedback we receive in the near future,” it adds, again showing that its initial candidate support efforts are US-focused.
On the civic engagement front, Twitter says it is also actively encouraging US-based users to vote and to register to vote, as well as aiming to increase access to relevant voter registration info.
“As part of our civic engagement efforts, we are building conversation around the hashtag #BeAVoter with a custom emoji, sending U.S.-based users a prompt in their home timeline with information on how to register to vote, and drawing attention to these conversations and resources through the top US trend,” it writes. “This trend is being promoted by @TwitterGov, which will create even more access to voter registration information, including election reminders and an absentee ballot FAQ.”
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Twitter widens its view of bad actors to fight election fiddlers
Twitter has announced more changes to its rules to try to make it harder for people to use its platform to spread politically charged disinformation and thereby erode democratic processes.
In an update on its “elections integrity work” yesterday, the company flagged several new changes to the Twitter Rules which it said are intended to provide “clearer guidance” on behaviors it’s cracking down on.
In the problem area of “spam and fake accounts”, Twitter says it’s responding to feedback that, to date, it’s been too conservative in how it thinks about spammers on its platform, and only taking account of “common spam tactics like selling fake goods”. So it’s expanding its net to try to catch more types of “inauthentic activity” — by taking into account more factors when determining whether an account is fake.
“As platform manipulation tactics continue to evolve, we are updating and expanding our rules to better reflect how we identify fake accounts, and what types of inauthentic activity violate our guidelines,” Twitter writes. “We now may remove fake accounts engaged in a variety of emergent, malicious behaviors.”
Some of the factors it says it will now also take into account when making a ‘spammer or not’ judgement are:
        Use of stock or stolen avatar photos
        Use of stolen or copied profile bios
        Use of intentionally misleading profile information, including profile location
Kremlin-backed online disinformation agents have been known to use stolen photos for avatars and also to claim accounts are US based, despite spambots being operated out of Russia. So it’s pretty clear why Twitter is cracking down on fake profiles pics and location claims.
Less clear: Why it took so long for Twitter’s spam detection systems to be able to take account of these suspicious signals. But, well, progress is still progress.
(Intentionally satirical ‘Twitter fakes’ (aka parody accounts) should not be caught in this net, as Twitter has had a longstanding policy of requiring parody and fan accounts to be directly labeled as such in their Twitter bios.)
Pulling the threads of spambots
In another major-sounding policy change, the company says it’s targeting what it dubs “attributed activity” — so that when/if it “reliably” identifies an entity behind a rule-breaking account it can apply the same penalty actions against any additional accounts associated with that entity, regardless of whether the accounts themselves were breaking its rules or not.
This is potentially a very important change, given that spambot operators often create accounts long before they make active malicious use of them, leaving these spammer-in-waiting accounts entirely dormant, or doing something totally innocuous, sometimes for years before they get deployed for an active spam or disinformation operation.
So if Twitter is able to link an active disinformation campaign with spambots lurking in waiting to carry out the next operation it could successfully disrupt the long term planning of election fiddlers. Which would be great news.
Albeit, the devil will be in the detail of whether and/or how Twitter actually enforces this new policy — such as how high a bar it’s setting itself with the word “reliably”.
Obviously there’s a risk that, if defined too loosely, Twitter could shut innocent newbs off its platform by incorrectly connecting them to a previously identified bad actor. Which it clearly won’t want to do.
The hope is that behind the scenes Twitter has got better at spotting patterns of behavior it can reliably associate with spammers — and will thus be able to put this new policy to good use.
There’s certainly good external research being done in this area. For example, recent work by Duo Security has yielded an open source methodology for identifying account automation on Twitter.
The team also dug into botnet architectures — and were able to spot a cryptocurrency scam botnet which Twitter had previously been recommending other users follow. So, again hopefully, the company has been taking close note of such research, and better botnet analysis underpins this policy change.
There’s also more on this front: “We are expanding our enforcement approach to include accounts that deliberately mimic or are intended to replace accounts we have previously suspended for violating our rules,” Twitter also writes.
This additional element is also notable. It essentially means Twitter has given itself a policy allowing it to act against entire malicious ideologies — i.e. against groups of people trying to spread the same sort of disinformation, not just any a single identified bad actor connected to a number of accounts.
To use the example of the fake news peddler behind InfoWars, Alex Jones, who Twitter finally permanently banned last month, Twitter’s new policy suggests any attempts by followers of Jones to create ‘in the style of’ copycat InfoWars accounts on its platform, i.e. to try to indirectly return Jones’ disinformation to Twitter, would — or, well, could — face the same enforcement action it has already meted out to Jones’ own accounts.
Though Twitter does have a reputation for inconsistently applying its own policies. So it remains to be seen how it will, in fact, act.
And how enthusiastic it will be about slapping down disinformation ideologies — given its longstanding position as a free speech champion, and in the face of criticism that it is ‘censoring’ certain viewpoints.
Hacked materials
Another change being announced by Twitter now is a clampdown on the distribution of hacked materials via its platform.
Leaking hacked emails of political officials at key moments during an election cycle has been a key tactic for democracy fiddlers in recent years — such as the leak of emails sent by top officials in the Democratic National Committee during the 2016 US presidential election.
Or  the last minute email leak in France during the presidential election last year.
Twitter notes that its rules already prohibit the distribution of hacked material which contains “private information or trade secrets, or could put people in harm’s way” — but says it’s now expanding “the criteria for when we will take action on accounts which claim responsibility for a hack, which includes threats and public incentives to hack specific people and accounts”.
So it seems, generally, to be broadening its policy to cover a wider support ecosystem around election hackers — or hacking more generally.
Twitter’s platform does frequently host hackers — who use anonymous Twitter accounts to crow about their hacks and/or direct attack threats at other users…
Feds cant touch us. NCA cant touch us. KEK we the big bois running around the internet with our 1337 bootnet! Come catch us we are untouchable! Living on TOR nodes and Open DNS. Smoking that good stuff with our bois at radware.
— APOPHIS SQUAD (@apophissquadv2) July 18, 2018
Presumably Twitter will be shutting that kind of hacker activity down in future.
Though it’s unclear what the new policy might mean for a hacktivist group like Anonymous (which is very active on Twitter).
Twitter’s new policy might also have repercussions for Wikileaks — which was directly involved in the spreading of the DNC leaked emails, for example, yet nonetheless has not previously been penalized by Twitter. (And thus remains on its platform so far.)
One also wonders how Twitter might respond to a future tweet from, say, US president Trump encouraging the hacking of a political opponent….
Safe to say, this policy could get pretty murky and tricky for Twitter.
“Commentary about a hack or hacked materials, such as news articles discussing a hack, are generally not considered a violation of this policy,” it also writes, giving itself a bit of wiggle room on how it will apply (or not apply) the policy.
Daily spam decline
In the same blog post, it also gives an update on detection and enforcement actions related to its stated mission of improving “conversational health” and information integrity on its platform — including reiterating the action it took against Iran-based disinformation accounts in August.
It also notes that it removed ~50 accounts that had been misrepresenting themselves as members of various state Republican parties that same month and using Twitter to share “media regarding elections and political issues with misleading or incorrect party affiliation information”.
“We continue to partner closely with the RNC, DNC, and state election institutions to improve how we handle these issues,” it adds. 
On the automated detections front — where Twitter announced a fresh squeeze just three months ago — it reports that in the first half of September it challenged an average of 9.4 million accounts per week. (Though it does not specify how many of those challenges turned out to be bona fide spammers, or at least went unchallenged).
It also reports a continued decline in the average number of spam-related reports from users — down from an average of ~17,000 daily in May, to ~16,000 daily in September.
This summer it introduced a new registration process for developers requesting access to its APIs — intended to prevent the registration of what it describes as “spammy and low quality apps”.
Now it says it’s suspending, on average, ~30,000 applications per month as a result of efforts “to make it more difficult for these kinds of apps to operate in the first place”.
Elsewhere, Twitter also says it’s working on new proprietary systems to identify and remove “ban evaders at speed and scale”, as part of ongoing efforts to improve “proactive enforcements against common policy violations”.
In the blog, the company flags a number of product changes it has made this year, including a recent change it announced two weeks ago which brings back the chronological timeline (via a setting users can toggle).
“We recently updated the timeline personalization setting to allow people to select a strictly reverse-chronological experience, without recommended content and recaps. This ensures you have more control of how you experience what’s happening on our service,” it writes now, saying also this is intended to help people “stay informed”.
Though, given that a chronological timeline remains not the default, with algorithmically surfaced ‘interesting tweets’ instead being most actively pushed at Twitter users, it seems unlikely this change will have a major impact on mitigating disinformation campaigns.
Those in the know (that they can change settings) being able to stay more informed is not how election fiddling will be defeated.
US midterm focus
Twitter also says it’s continuing to roll out new features to show more context around accounts — giving the example of the launch of election labels earlier this year, as a beta for candidates in the 2018 U.S. midterm elections. Though it’s clearly got lots of work to do on that front — given all the other elections constantly taking place in the world.
With an eye on the security of the US midterms, it says it will send election candidates a message prompt to ensure they have two-factor authentication enabled on their account to boost security.
“We are offering electoral institutions increased support via an elections-specific support portal, which is designed to ensure we receive and review critical feedback about emerging issues as quickly as possible. We will continue to expand this program ahead of the elections and will provide information about the feedback we receive in the near future,” it adds, again showing that its candidate support efforts are US-focused.
On the civic engagement front, Twitter says it is also actively encouraging US-based users to vote and to register to vote, as well as aiming to increase access to relevant voter registration info.
“As part of our civic engagement efforts, we are building conversation around the hashtag #BeAVoter with a custom emoji, sending U.S.-based users a prompt in their home timeline with information on how to register to vote, and drawing attention to these conversations and resources through the top US trend,” it writes. “This trend is being promoted by @TwitterGov, which will create even more access to voter registration information, including election reminders and an absentee ballot FAQ.”
Via Natasha Lomas https://techcrunch.com
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