Under the Wings of the Black Eagle

* Nec soli cedit *

[scotianostra]

Edinburgh Castle, July 7th 2020 from a climb up Arthur's Seat, but who can tell me what is unusual about this pic?

[official-german-puns]

Wenn dir ein Politiker etwas erzählt, das dir nicht glaubwürdig erscheint:

🤔 Das kommt mir Spahnisch vor.

[official-german-puns]

Wenn ein Politiker etwas für sich beansprucht, was er seinen Bürgern verbietet:

Das kommt mir Spahnisch vor. 🤥

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

Wenn ein Politiker etwas für sich beansprucht, was er seinen Bürgern verbietet: das kommt mir extrem undemokratisch vor.

[perioddrama]

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY (2026) dir.: Georgia Oakley

[johnnyslittleanimalblog]

[filmgifs]

JURASSIC PARK (1993) Dir. Steven Spielberg "Just think of it as... kind of a big cow."

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

Protesters in Ukraine are calling for the dismissal of the army's commander-in-chief following the ousting of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov by President Zelenskyy. Federov is credited with being the architect of Ukraine's expanded drone warfare strategy. Federov's dismissal surprised many observers of Ukrainian politics as it happened precisely at the moment when Ukraine appears to be scoring significant wins in its war against Russia. His ousting from his job is thought to be linked to tensions with Ukraine's commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrski. Chapters: 00:00 More protests in Ukraine over defence minister's dismissal 00:14 Dismissal linked to tensions with the military 00:20 Nick Connolly reports from today's protest in Kyiv 00:50 Why has Federov's dismissal triggered protests in Ukraine? 02:20 Protester voices support for Federov

[bluebell-knits]

Tristan & Mrs Hall AKA surrogate mother and son 🥲

Series 1

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

howpoplooks on Instagram: "Taylor Swift doesn't just perform songs—she creates moments that stay with people long after the lights go out. F

132K likes, 351 comments - howpoplooks on July 14, 2026: "Taylor Swift doesn't just perform songs—she creates moments that stay with people

[outdoormagic]

Garden at Snowshill Manor by Jayembee69 on Flickr.

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

One Canadian doctor is urging the international stars in Sunday's World Cup final to wear medical masks. That's to protect themselves against the "toxic soup" of wildfire smoke that covers much of the US Midwest to the Northeast right now. Tiny particles of pollution can travel deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream, damaging the organs. Scientists say exposure can trigger asthma attacks and worsen heart and respiratory conditions. Concerns about the hazardous air quality are not limited to players on the pitch. There are thousands of fans arriving from around the world, and there is also the wider public to think about, especially the vulnerable. US President Donald Trump blames Canada for the smog - and has threatened new tariffs - although the blazes are also burning in parts of the US. DW's Ben Fajzullin speaks to Courtney Howard. 0:00 Wildfire smoke endangers World Cup final 1:30 Dr Courtney Howard on the dangers of breathing in hazardous air 3:30 The "toxic soup" of wildfire smoke 4:00 Public health advice for dealing with smoke-filled air 6:00 Air pollution's effect on athletes 7:40 Should events be called off due to wildfire smoke? 8:45 Can you wear a mask and still perform as an athlete? 10:00 Should the World Cup final be cancelled? 11:45 The smoke is so thick, it's like smoking cigarettes all day 12:00 Are wildfires taken seriously as a health risk? 14:00 Are we prepared for a future filled with smoky skies?

[sobloodywhat]

It's strange loving someone without a place to put that love -

carrying it around like a secret that aches quietly against my ribs.

[akcanzi]

La Reina

Barcelona © 2026 Oscar Alcañiz

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

Happy Caturday, beautiful La Reina :)

[joexjuliana]

JOHN SMITH in THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE (season 1 episode 6 "Three Monkeys")

[blignick]

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

Happy Caturday to all exploring catasters :)

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

Yes, I know ... it's July. While the summer sun is doing its very best to melt us all, I'm about to take you to Sept-Tours for Christmas celebrations. Consider this chapter a little literary air conditioner. Outside, the pavements may be sizzling; inside, the fire is crackling, the Christmas tree is glowing, and the winter air is crisp enough to make you forget the heat - at least for a little while. But beneath the festive cheer, Christmas at Sept-Tours brings more than good food and warm company for Henry Talbot. A letter arrives that raises more questions than answers (at least for Matthew), and Henry receives news that could shape the course of his future in ways he has scarcely begun to imagine. So pour yourself a cold drink, settle back, and enjoy a little Christmas in July.

Chapters: 20/? Fandom: A Discovery of Witches (TV), All Souls Trilogy - Deborah Harkness, Downton Abbey Rating: Mature Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Relationships: Diana Bishop/Matthew Clairmont, Diana Bishop & Matthew Clairmont, Mary Crawley/Henry Talbot Characters: Lady Mary Josephine Talbot, Henry Talbot, Matthew Claimront, Diana Bishop, Nathaniel Wilson, Sophie Wilson, Agatha Wilson, Margaret Wilson (All Souls Trilogy), Marthe (All Souls Trilogy), Marcus Whitmore, Phoebe Taylor Summary:

For weeks, Matthew Clairmont and his friend Nathaniel Wilson have been looking forward to a relaxing evening at their favourite pub. But amid the beer, laughter and cosy hustle and bustle, Matthew suddenly recognises a man who turns out to be a former fellow student. An unexpected encounter that changes the course of the evening in a surprising way ...

[amandier-et-lavande]

#France #frenchcountry

[underthewingsofthblackeagle]

As always - only on AO3 :)