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Fwd: Trump vs. Letitia James: What's behind the fraud accusations
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Gothamist <gothamist(a)lists.wnyc.org> Date: Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 9:38 AM Subject: Trump vs. Letitia James: What's behind the fraud accusations To: <g(a)xny.io> Plus: Turn an infamous heliport into a park? View this email in a browser. <https://view.lists.wnyc.org/?qs=b180e7f40ecc73f67d465222f199ac5f1086370d062…> <https://click.lists.wnyc.org/?qs=bfb848bdc37c68b610c581386f2f1d82414536bfd6…> Gothamist relies on your support to make local news available to all. Not yet a member? 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Commander and Chief's Trophy
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

Commander and Chief's Trophy https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIg2wd-uyzk/?igsh=cDlvOG9tdXpwdGVj

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President Donald J. Trump 🤝 Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy 🇺🇸🇮🇹
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

President Donald J. Trump 🤝 Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy 🇺🇸🇮🇹 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1UiCGVKueN/

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Steve Jobs on the most important part of being a CEO
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

Steve Jobs on the most important part of being a CEO https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIeRh4mob9E/?igsh=MTh5NXlibDJxa3ZuOA==

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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson Documented the moment Vice President JD Vance was left in awe after seeing the Oval Office in person for the first time ever.
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson Documented the moment Vice President JD Vance was left in awe after seeing the Oval Office in person for the first time ever. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFJFVmvp0UK/?igsh=OXNieTljemhmNWZ5

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274 Highlights to Holy-Quran-English.pdf; xNY.io | CryptoBank Whitepaper
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

274 Highlights to Holy-Quran-English.pdf https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v7oavIHreCzhF2W02G6roo5rsstGbfmW/view?usp=… R. 23. 164. Surely, We have sent revelation to thee, as We sent revelation to Noah and the Prophets after him; and We sent revelation to Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac and Jacob and his children and to Jesus and Job and Jonah and Aaron and Solomon, and We gave David a Book. *Please find the attached whitepaper with 71 reference footnotes.* *xNY.io | CryptoBank Whitepaper:* - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aeK8X8-2KDZ8tQPN5ksaUCXcxH9tbjexsUbW1ol… 171. 0 mankind, the Messenger has indeed come to you with Truth from your Lord; believe therefore, it will be better for you. But if you disbelieve, verily, to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and in the earth. And Allah is All- Knowing, Wise. 172. 0 People of the Book, exceed not the limits in your religion, and say not of Allah anything but the truth. Verily, the Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary, was only a Messenger of Allah and a fulfilment of His word which He sent down to Mary, and a mercy from Him. So believe in Allah and His Messengers, and say not 'They are three.' Desist, it will be better for you. Verily, Allah is the only One God. Far is it from His Holiness that He should have a son. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth. And sufficient is Allah as a Guardian.

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Re: cypherpunks Digest, Vol 142, Issue 378 - GUAR - D - IAN
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

What is guar in English? AI Overview +2 In English, "guar" refers to a drought-tolerant legume, specifically Cyamopsis tetragonoloba, also known as a cluster bean or guar bean. It's grown for its seeds, which produce guar gum, a natural thickener and stabilizer used in various industries. The word "guar" itself is derived from the Hindi word "guār". In English, "guar" refers to a drought-tolerant legume, specifically Cyamopsis tetragonoloba, also known as a cluster bean or guar bean. It's grown for its seeds, which produce guar gum <https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-android-charter-us-revc&sca_esv=adf…> , a natural thickener and stabilizer used in various industries. The word "guar" itself is derived from the Hindi word "guār". What is the full meaning of Ian? Meaning:God is gracious. Ian is a Scottish boy's name, and a variation of the Hebrew moniker John. It became very popular outside Scotland in the 20th century, trending first in England before making its transatlantic journey to the US. On Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 6:06 AM <cypherpunks-request(a)lists.cpunks.org> wrote: > Send cypherpunks mailing list submissions to > cypherpunks(a)lists.cpunks.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via email, send a message with subject or > body 'help' to > cypherpunks-request(a)lists.cpunks.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > cypherpunks-owner(a)lists.cpunks.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of cypherpunks digest..." > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > (Karl Semich) > 2. Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > (Karl Semich) > 3. Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > (Karl Semich) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:58:22 -0400 > From: Karl Semich <baffo32(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > To: karl3(a)writeme.com > Cc: cypherpunks(a)lists.cpunks.org > Message-ID: > < > CAMn39zTMZBLdt73ooafPt2AVfR3Dc_00w5y5fAXnJwwgFSDE-g(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" > > part of slave boss is growing as a flower > part of him (likely grotesquely separated) is tending other flowers > and the sun is turning black likely because karl is not preparing for his > day > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:02:47 -0400 > From: Karl Semich <baffo32(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > To: karl3(a)writeme.com > Cc: cypherpunks(a)lists.cpunks.org > Message-ID: > <CAMn39zQ7gd5cN6XYN6tzFEY3jv-7feSDA7Hc=rN68zmx= > 0F+mA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" > > > part of slave boss is growing as a flower > > part of him (likely grotesquely separated) is tending other flowers > > and the sun is turning black likely because karl is not preparing for > his day > > slave boss is under a waterfall containing many shards of glass in the > water > the glass is helpful to him > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 3 > Date: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:04:17 -0400 > From: Karl Semich <baffo32(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [spam][crazy][fiction][random] Non-Canon MCBoss Spinoffs > To: karl3(a)writeme.com > Cc: cypherpunks(a)lists.cpunks.org > Message-ID: > < > CAMn39zQyZtmxML50W-hKEMQvOAGkB3Do_kHtbPvirBn3HF9XLQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" > > > > part of slave boss is growing as a flower > > > part of him (likely grotesquely separated) is tending other flowers > > > and the sun is turning black likely because karl is not preparing for > his day > > > > slave boss is under a waterfall containing many shards of glass in the > water > > the glass is helpful to him > > some could wonder where all the shards of glass come from. it seems > like so much glass! > but where does water come from itself, slave boss might ask? it is > transparent and pretty-looking, and it just keeps on flowing bec-- > > ------------------------------ > > Subject: Digest Footer > > _______________________________________________ > cypherpunks mailing list -- cypherpunks(a)lists.cpunks.org > To unsubscribe send an email to cypherpunks-leave(a)lists.cpunks.org > > > ------------------------------ > > End of cypherpunks Digest, Vol 142, Issue 378 > ********************************************* >

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Gunnar meaning - Google Search
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

The name Gunnar, of Scandinavian (specifically Old Norse) origin, means "battle warrior". It is derived from the words "gunn" (battle) and "herr" (master or army). The name has historical significance, being associated with Vikings and their warrior culture, and is now a popular name in Scandinavian countries and beyond.

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274 Highlights to Holy-Quran-English.pdf
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

274 Highlights to Holy-Quran-English.pdf https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v7oavIHreCzhF2W02G6roo5rsstGbfmW/view?usp=… 1. In the name of Allah, the :L Gracious, the Merciful. 2. 0 ye who believe! fulfil your compacts. Lawful are made to you quadrupeds of the class of cattle other than those which are being announced to you, except that you should not hold game to be lawful while you are in a state of pilgrimage; verily, Allah decrees what He wills. ,::3. 0 ye who believe! profane not the Signs of Allah, nor the Sacred Month, nor the animals brought as an offering, nor the animals of sacrifice wearing collars, nor those repairing to the Sacred House, seeking grace from their Lord, and His pleasure. And when you put off 7 the pilgrims' garb and are clear of the Sacred Territory, you may hunt. And let not the enmity of a , 9 people, that they hindered you " -~ from the Sacred Mosque, incite you to transgress. And help one another in righteousness and piety; but help not one another in sin and transgression. And fear Allah; surely, l Allah is severe in punishment. 4. Forbidden to you is theflesh of an animal which dies of itself, and blood and the flesh of swine; *Gunnar Larson * *xNY.io <http://www.xny.io/> - Bank.org <http://bank.org/>* MSc <https://www.unic.ac.cy/blockchain/msc-digital-currency/?utm_source=Google&u…> - Digital Currency MBA <https://www.unic.ac.cy/business-administration-entrepreneurship-and-innovat…> - Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ip) G(a)xNY.io +1-917-580-8053 NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10001

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582 Highlights to A-Course-in-Miracles.pdf
by Gunnar Larson 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

582 Highlights to A-Course-in-Miracles.pdf https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v9ATR9oaOWVly5CzRO6r0FRVG8NJ8-J1/view?usp=… An ancient lesson is not overcome by the opposing of the new and old. It is not vanquished that the truth be known, nor fought against to lose to truth's appeal. There is no battle that must be prepared; no time to be expended, and no plans that need be laid for bringing in the new. There is an ancient battle being waged against the truth, but truth does not respond. Who could be hurt in such a war, unless he hurts himself? He has no enemy in truth. And can he be assailed by dreams? What you would choose between is not a choice and gives but the illusion it is free, for it will have one outcome either way. Thus is it really not a choice at all. The leader and the follower emerge as separate roles, each seeming to possess advantages you would not want to lose. So in their fusion there appears to be the hope of satisfaction and of peace. You see yourself divided into both these roles, forever split between the two. And every friend or enemy becomes a means to help you save yourself from this. *Gunnar Larson * *xNY.io <http://www.xny.io/> - Bank.org <http://bank.org/>* MSc <https://www.unic.ac.cy/blockchain/msc-digital-currency/?utm_source=Google&u…> - Digital Currency MBA <https://www.unic.ac.cy/business-administration-entrepreneurship-and-innovat…> - Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ip) G(a)xNY.io +1-917-580-8053 NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10001

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