“You invent a story, and then the story invents you.”
— Umberto Eco’s Foucault’s Pendulum
Trieste LIVE Panoramic Webcam: Io Sono Fruili Venezia Giulia
Università degli Studi di Trieste
“You invent a story, and then the story invents you.”
— Umberto Eco’s Foucault’s Pendulum
Trieste LIVE Panoramic Webcam: Io Sono Fruili Venezia Giulia
Università degli Studi di Trieste
Truth as Glorious Adventure | Douglas Murray & Jordan Peterson
‘If you trust government,
you obviously failed history class.’
Senator John Needly Kennedy (Senator, Louisiana)
How the language of climate change has changed
Readings:
Politics and the English Language
Political linguistics: How language shapes politics
The Left and the Right Speak Different Languages—Literally
A Psycholinguistic Study of Political Rhetoric of Fear
The USDA is now censoring its staff on the use of “climate change”
During the early years of Earth Day, there was talk of "global cooling", which included 3 cover stories in Time Magazine. pic.twitter.com/hjijre1k8v
— Bill Steffen (@bsteffen) April 22, 2017
Python 3.14.0 was released for public use October 7th.
“Python is the programming equivalent
of a Swiss Army Knife.”
— Some guy
Open source standards development is characterized by very open exchange, collaborative participation, rapid prototyping, transparency and meritocracy. The Python programming language is a high-level, interpreted language that is widely used for general-purpose programming. Python is known for its readability, simplicity, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for beginners and experienced developers alike. Python has a large and active community of developers, which has led to the creation of a vast ecosystem of libraries, frameworks, and tools that can be used for a wide range of applications. These include web development, scientific computing, data analysis, machine learning, and more.
Another important aspect of Python is its versatility. It can be used on a wide range of platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and even mobile devices. Python is also compatible with many other programming languages and can be integrated with other tools and technologies, making it a powerful tool for software development. Overall, the simplicity, readability, versatility, and large community support of Python make it a valuable programming language to learn for anyone interested in software development including building automation.
As open source software, anyone may suggest an improvement to Python(3.X) starting at the link below:
Python can be used to control building automation systems. Building automation systems are typically used to control various systems within a building, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, security, and more. Python can be used to control these systems by interacting with the control systems through the building’s network or other interfaces.
There are several Python libraries available that can be used for building automation, including PyVISA, which is used to communicate with instrumentation and control systems, and PyModbus, which is used to communicate with Modbus devices commonly used in building automation systems. Python can also be used to develop custom applications and scripts to automate building systems, such as scheduling temperature setpoints, turning on and off lights, and adjusting ventilation systems based on occupancy or other variables. Overall, Python’s flexibility and versatility make it well-suited for use in building automation systems.
.@PyCon US 2025 is a wrap, and our hearts are full with #Python community love! Thanks to every single one of you who organized, volunteered, attended, & sponsored 🐍🫶 #PyConUS
The PSF office will be closed May 26-28 so our staff can rest & recover. See you back online soon! pic.twitter.com/Sy1hiRmvw4
— Python Software Foundation (@ThePSF) May 27, 2025
2021 IBC Chapter 2: Definitions
2024/2025/2026 ICC CODE DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE
Complete Monograph (2650 pages) | Note our proposal on Page 754
“All language is but a poor translation.”
― Franz Kafka
The Impossibility of Translating Franz Kafkahttps://t.co/OotULfVwA5@ASTMIntl
Standard Practice for Assessing Language Proficiencyhttps://t.co/RQVv3TJs2k pic.twitter.com/EZax9evtNL— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) April 25, 2021
“Ever wondered what would happen if elevator’s didn’t have buttons and relied on vocal recognition instead?”
The Scottish Comedy Channel | @ComedyUnit
Language is the only homelandhttps://t.co/fulQaBUBDChttps://t.co/mrQCfy4niM pic.twitter.com/8ipdyFLPuW— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) July 11, 2024
‘Girls tell about their time at Canadian College of English Language’https://t.co/SKYf5gNZLXhttps://t.co/fsQaxC1L69 pic.twitter.com/FBywkbB1BY
— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) July 1, 2024
“Amazing tradition.
They throw a great party for you
on the one day they know you can’t come.”
Michael Shellenberger (University of Texas Austin): Return of the Strong Gods
R.R. Reno: Nationalism, Populism, and the Future of the West
Roger Scruton: Why Are Intellectuals Mostly Left?
Amy Wax: The Perilous Quest for Equal Results in Academia
University of Oxford: Tackling Corruption in the University
Th0mas Sowell: How to spot a lying intellectual socialist
Heather MacDonald: Feminist Takeover of Academia
Jordan Peterson: Intellectual Corruption of Colleges and Universities
Douglas Murray: Has academia has turned on Christopher Columbus?
40 years ago today, “The Big Chill,” a movie about a group of U-M grads written and directed by alum Lawrence Kasdan, debuted in theaters. 🎥 pic.twitter.com/fUVDNGXSNW
— Alumni Association of the University of Michigan (@michiganalumni) September 28, 2023
George H.W. Bush 1991 University of Michigan Commencement Speech on “Political Correctness”
“Ironically, on the 200th anniversary of our Bill of Rights, we find free speech under assault throughout the United States, including on some college campuses. The notion of political correctness has ignited controversy across the land. And although the movement arises from the laudable desire to sweep away the debris of racism and sexism and hatred, it replaces old prejudice with new ones. It declares certain topics off-limits, certain expression off-limits, even certain gestures off-limits.”
Bowdoin College Statement of Financial Position: June 2023 | $3.046B
Maine Miscellany | State of Maine Building Codes| Bowdoin College Chapel (SGH Architects)
EMMA University of Maine System Revenue Bonds

The Cafe’s London Fog | Yield: 16oz
Ingredients
16oz Cup
1 Earl Grey tea bag
1oz Vanilla syrup
11oz Hot water
4oz Steamed milk
Steps
1. Fill the cup with hot water
2. Add vanilla syrup
3. Add tea bag
4. Top with steamed milk
Peter Boghossian (VQ, Portland State University): Critical Thinking, Failing Universities, etc.
Maine is the only rural state led by Democrats | Readings: Self-Reliance
Family Weekend is coming up fast! It is an opportunity for families and friends to connect with campus and to learn about life at Bowdoin. The dates this year are October 21-23rd. Go check out the website here to get details. https://t.co/z1xx28Y2ZX pic.twitter.com/y456C8dhCJ
— Bowdoin College (@BowdoinCollege) October 15, 2022
Big thanks to Glenn Michaels for sharing these beautiful photos with us! pic.twitter.com/8L6nhf4cyT
— Bowdoin College (@BowdoinCollege) November 1, 2024
“Chanson de Matin” is characterized by its light, lyrical, and charming melody, which evokes a sense of freshness and optimism associated with the early hours of the day. Elgar is known for his ability to capture various moods and emotions in his compositions.
Anderson University School of Music, Theater, and Dance
Physical Plant | Anderson University
🟠⚫SCHOLARSHIP ALERT
Learn more about our Christian High School and Homeschool scholarship by clicking this link:https://t.co/LTMbl9WfNT pic.twitter.com/GEEr4i1xkv
— Anderson University (@AndersonU) February 13, 2025
Scotland to North America | Canadian Bannock| North American Indigenous
Standards Alaska | Joan Soranno Architect: HGA | Facilities Services | Design and Construction
Museum of the North Cafe | Maple Sea Salt Latte
Did you know? Information from the University of Alaska Fairbanks is now available where skies are blue: https://t.co/YRBqWjmqK7 pic.twitter.com/rQiMoUzqwo
— UA Fairbanks (@uafairbanks) January 25, 2025
It’s a UAF thing.
🥶🧊 #40BelowClub #UAFtraditions #CoolClub pic.twitter.com/IQZoPc1rwd— UA Fairbanks (@uafairbanks) January 26, 2024
Alaska Building Codes | Stairways
Statement of Net Position 2024: $1.251B (Page 9)
Planning, Design & Construction Management: 2025-2026 Institutional Priorities
IEEE: Water Purification for Human Consumption
Elon University Facilities Management
For the 20th year, Elon University has been recognized as a leader in study abroad by the Institute of International Education. Elon is ranked #1 in the percentage of undergraduate students who participate in study abroad among doctoral universities. https://t.co/kak6mETp2Q pic.twitter.com/0m7fyJ4rzT
— Elon University (@elonuniversity) November 18, 2025
“We wish to suggest a structure
for the salt of deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA).”
James Watson | “Nature”, April 1953
Finance & Administration: Facilities

New update alert! The 2022 update to the Trademark Assignment Dataset is now available online. Find 1.29 million trademark assignments, involving 2.28 million unique trademark properties issued by the USPTO between March 1952 and January 2023: https://t.co/njrDAbSpwB pic.twitter.com/GkAXrHoQ9T
— USPTO (@uspto) July 13, 2023
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