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Children's book illustrators and authors are taking part in October's KidLitArtPostcard Day, sharing sample artwork and project pitches on social media. The recurring event invites artists to post postcard-style images of their work, often aimed at catching the attention of agents, editors and fellow creators. Participants from around the world are posting illustrations under the event hashtag, with many sharing new characters, story ideas and works in progress.
- 2Author Sunflower Marshell teases timeline for new workβI finally have a semi-viable update on when I'll have new work available! https://www. sunflowermarshell.com/blog/339 15
Author Sunflower Marshell says she finally has a 'semi-viable' update on when new work will be available, pointing readers to a blog post titled 'An End in Sight'. The writer, who identifies as a disabled, LGBTQ creator, gave only a partial timeline rather than a firm release date, leaving followers hopeful but still waiting for specifics.
- 3Criticism mounts that Germany's Union bloc blocks reformββDie wahren Bremser sitzen in der # union . Das ist Angst vor der eigenen Verantwortung, Angst vor der # lobby Angst vor
German commentators are accusing the CDU/CSU of being the real obstacle to reform, saying the party fears taking responsibility and bows to lobbying interests rather than making real decisions. The criticism ties into frustration over the lack of a sugar tax and stalled government work under Chancellor Merz, with calls to stop hoping for miracles from the coalition.
- 4Master the Pull-Up: Form, Variations and Workout TipsβMaster the pull-up: Proper form, variations & workout tips
A new fitness guide lays out how to master the pull-up, covering proper form, useful variations and workout tips for building strength. It targets everyone from beginners working toward their first rep to experienced athletes refining technique, with step-by-step pointers on grip, posture and progression exercises.
- 5October art challenge: redo your old abandoned piecesβThe spirit of ghoooosts, if you want an October art challenge, take one of your abandoned, crappy old pieces and redo it
An artist is inviting others to spend October redrawing old, abandoned work with their current skills, riffing on the spirit of ghosts for the spooky season. The idea is gaining traction among artists looking for a lower-pressure alternative to daily drawing challenges, with many saying it is a satisfying way to measure their progress over the years.
- 6Memorial Health starts $350 million expansion, closes Mets RoadβMemorial Health begins $350 million expansion, closes Mets Road
Memorial Health has begun a $350 million expansion project in Savannah, and the work has led to the closure of Mets Road. The investment marks one of the hospital system's largest building projects, with road closures expected as construction gets underway. Local residents and commuters are being told to plan alternate routes while the expansion progresses.
- 7The Gaily Show Features Sociologist Lisa M. StulbergβNOW PLAYING == The Gaily Show with John Parker 10/1/26: Unpack this for me ft. Lisa M. Stulberg https://www. youtube.com
The Gaily Show, a progressive talk program hosted by John Parker, is airing a new episode featuring Lisa M. Stulberg, a scholar known for her work on race, education and identity politics. The segment, titled 'Unpack this for me,' is being shared among progressive and LGBTQ audiences across the US, with viewers in states including Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin tuning in to the discussion.
- 8Explainer: How the Super Series stage works at World Cup 2027βWhat is the Super Series at ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2027? Schedule, rules and how the stage works
Attention is turning to the format of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2027, specifically the new Super Series stage. Explanatory coverage outlines the schedule, the rules and how the stage fits into the tournament structure, with fans seeking clarity on how teams will progress through the expanded competition before the knockout rounds.
- 9Savannah's $1.6b Ocean Terminal overhaul 60% completeβΌSavannahβs $1.6b Ocean Terminal overhaul now 60 per cent complete
The Port of Savannah's $1.6 billion expansion and overhaul of its Ocean Terminal in Georgia is now 60 per cent complete, according to a project update from Baird Maritime. The works are part of efforts to expand container capacity at one of the busiest US East Coast ports. No other details on timeline or contractors were given.
- 10Three iconic animals show the stakes of the Endangered Species Actβ3 iconic animals show the value of the US Endangered Species Act β and the harm in stripping it away
A new commentary argues that the US Endangered Species Act has been decisive in protecting some of the country's most recognizable animals, and warns that weakening or stripping away the law would undo decades of conservation progress. Using three iconic species as examples, the piece frames the act as proof that legal protection works, and cautions that rolling it back could push vulnerable wildlife back toward extinction.
- 11Quanterix unveils spatial proteomics panels at ESSB 2026βSpatial proteomics panels advance with Quanterix at ESSB 2026
Quanterix is presenting advances in spatial proteomics panels at ESSB 2026. The company's work on spatial proteomics aims to map protein distribution within tissue samples, a growing area in biological research and diagnostics. Observers are following the announcement for signs of progress in multiplexed protein analysis tools.
Repos
- eval-exec/neomacs NEO Emacs (WIP): GPU powered Emacs written in Rust with a modern display engine. Aiming for modern design & multi-th
- saragordic/window-sweaters A macOS menu-bar app that dresses your windows in knitted borders.