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Connections: Sports Edition | Puzzle #256

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βš½οΈπŸ‡«πŸ‡· Been banging the ”Michael Olive as a creative replacement to Griezmann” drum for a while, so glad to see a take that goes in the same direction

πŸ“· Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 5: Reflection #mbjune

Double offering today:

Angkor Wat is reflected in a tranquil pond under a vibrant blue sky.The Baltimore waterfront cityscape features modern buildings and a boat with a Maryland state flag in the foreground under a partly cloudy sky.

Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #279 β€” continuing the 7-day streak

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Paris Basketball v JL Bourg

LNB Betclic Elite - Semi Finals, game 1

Went to this game with my cousin, who now works for PSG. Earlier this year he had invited me to attend a game at the Parc des Princes so it was only natural to get him to join me for a game in my second home, Adidas Arena.

Final Score: 100-89 β€” game 2 in 2 days

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πŸ“· Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 4: Nostalgia #mbjune

A lifetime ago in Seoul, during my year traveling around the world while working remotely as a digital nomad. South Korea was my favorite country to visit that year

A smiling couple wearing sunglasses stands in front of a colorful love lock wall on a sunny day.

Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #278 - “Hang 10”

The 6 day streak goes on!
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Connections: Sports Edition
Puzzle #254
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πŸ“· Micro.blog photo challenge Day 3: shadow #mbjune

Silhouettes of people and palm trees are set against a bright sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.

Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #277

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πŸ“· Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 2: Curve #mbjune

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Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #276

“Lou Gehrig Day”
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Connections: Sports Edition
Puzzle #252
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πŸ“· Micro.blog photo challenge: Day 1 (β€œtree”)

For this one, I’m looking back at last month’s beautiful willow in Lille’s Parc de la Citadelle#MBJune

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Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #275

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Game 3 Victory: On to the Semifinals! @ACMomento #ParisBasketball

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Getting @rayancherki.bsky.social at #ManCity is giving this French fan massive Samir Nasri revival vibes πŸ™‹β€β™‚οΈ 🀩

A soccer player (Rayan Cherki) is wearing a Manchester City jersey in a stadium setting, in a concept picture.

Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #274

“Workhorses”
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Connections: Sports Edition
Puzzle #250
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Imma lose my shit if #ManCity gets Rayan Cherki 🀩 πŸ‡«πŸ‡·

Daily Walkoff ⚾️ Orioles #273

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First game of the playoffs and it started with an exclusive Season-ticket holders event hosted by the club, where we were able to go shoot on the court, visit the entire arena, discover the hospitality section, talk with a few players and the president, and get our Playoffs started! | @acmomento

A person in glasses takes a selfie at a basketball game, with a scoreboard showing a 100-87 score between Paris Basketball and JDA Dijon Basket on May 27, 2025, at Adidas Arena.A person with wet hair is taking a selfie inside a basketball arena with an empty court and seats in the background.A group of people is standing on a basketball court, posed for a photo with an empty stadium in the background.A group of people poses together, some wearing sports apparel and holding a Paris Basketball scarf, indoors.A large building features the bold sign "Adidas Arena" on its reflective exterior, with trees in the foreground.A person holds a Nadir Hifi bobblehead box in a basketball arena where players are practicing on the court.A basketball court with a cart holding basketballs is positioned near the sideline in an empty arena.Two people take a selfie in a crowded arena with a basketball court in the background.A crowded basketball arena is illuminated by audience members holding up their phones as they watch the game.A basketball game is being played in an arena with a large tifo and people watching from the stands.A distant view of the SacrΓ©-CΕ“ur Basilica is framed by modern high-rise buildings and urban landscape.

Wait, hold up: HBO is developing a TV show based on IT, set in 1962?! 🀩😱

French food / French lunch in a Bistro is truly undefeated, if I do say so myself…

A meal is served on a red table, featuring a plate of fries, a steak with pepper sauce, and drinks.

Real question: what is the point of Yahoo in 2025, outside of Fantasy Sports?!

A great time at the #ParisBeerFestival yesterday! Will definitely plan to be back next year :) 🍻

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According to Dealroom’s Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2025, Paris just overtook London as the #1 startup hub in Europe β€” and is now fourth globally behind Silicon Valley, New York, and Boston. While London still brings in more cash, the City of Light is growing faster in unicorns, AI talent, and enterprise value.

Also: fairly surprised this wasn’t technically already the case given what I know of the French Tech ecosystem, but I guess capital/language/culture used to make it easier for London up until now.

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This week, 300 French organizations - including startups, public bodies, corporates and tech heavyweights dropped a β€œmanifesto” for European tech independence.
The goal? Break free from the grip of U.S. and Chinese tech superpowers and reclaim control over French data, infrastructure, and destiny. (…)
Think: a European small business act, sovereign AI infrastructure, a unified cloud, and better startup-corporate matchmaking platforms.

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Monocle & Jony Ive

Since visiting the Monocle cafΓ© last weekend, I’ve been re-inspired by the space, but also the magazine, its radio, and its editorial pieces. I’m seriously considering subscribing again.

So as I make up my mind, it was a joy to discover this article on Jony Ive, LoveFrom, published on the day of possibly the biggest announcement in about a decade, in the Tech Industry

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The end to a lovely weekend

A bottle of Uivo Renegado wine is on a table next to two filled wine glasses and some coasters in a cozy room.A red building with a sign announcing a performance by Soccer Mommy and Bored at My Grandma's House at Le Trabendo.A person is walking on a tree-lined path with a stroller under a canopy of lush green trees.A cozy cafe features wooden tables and chairs, wall art, and a few patrons enjoying their time.A musician (Soccer Mommy) is performing on stage with purple lights illuminating the scene in front of an audience.A tray displays a round loaf of brioche, a pistachio or nut-topped cake, and a stack of glazed pastries.A street scene shows a bike rack with parked bicycles and a sign in French advertising cafΓ©, magazines, and more.A wall-mounted wooden bookshelf displays a variety of magazines and newspapers in a neatly arranged manner.A cozy bookshop entrance with a glass door, leading into a warmly lit interior lined with shelves full of books.Customers are standing at the counter of a cozy cafe with a variety of drinks and pastries on display, surrounded by framed art on the walls.People are sitting at an outdoor cafΓ© on a sunny street with a classic European-style building in the background.A taqueria with outdoor red tables and chairs is situated on a city street, featuring a menu above the entrance.A picturesque building with a brick facade stands beside a canal, surrounded by a few trees and people walking nearby.People are relaxing by a canal on a sunny day, with buildings and a blue sky in the background.