Month: May 2026

President #Putin to President Xi Jinping:

🇷🇺🇨🇳 Our cooperation in foreign policy is one of the key stabilising factors in the international arena. A complex process is underway to shape a polycentric world based on the balance of interests of all its participants.

— Russian Embassy in South Africa 🇷🇺 (@EmbassyofRussia) May 20, 2026

Today’s Top News Stories – 11am
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Here is a summary of the top news stories for today, May 20, 2026:

U.S. Politics & Elections

Primary Election Results: In a closely watched Kentucky Republican primary, Rep. Thomas Massie was defeated by the Trump-backed challenger, Ed Gallrein. In other races, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ran uncontested in the Democratic primary, and Keisha Lance Bottoms secured the Democratic nomination for Governor of Georgia.
Barney Frank Passes Away: Barney Frank, the influential former Democratic congressman from Massachusetts who was a trailblazer for gay rights and a key architect of financial reform, has died at the age of 86.
Trump’s Proposed IRS Deal: A controversial legal proposal has drawn bipartisan scrutiny, under which President Trump would reportedly drop a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a $1.7 billion compensation fund for his allies (including some January 6 rioters) and the dropping of tax audits of himself and his family.
Coast Guard Commencement: President Trump is scheduled to deliver the commencement address at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy today.

Global Affairs

Indictment of Raúl Castro Expected: U.S. officials in Miami are expected to announce the indictment of Raúl Castro today, relating to the 1996 deadly shootdown of planes operated by the humanitarian group “Brothers to the Rescue.”
Tensions Over Iran: A rift emerged during a House hearing when Admiral Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, expressed frustration with lawmakers’ criticisms regarding the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. Meanwhile, the Senate advanced a resolution to block further strikes on Iran with the help of four Republican votes.
Taiwan Arms Purchases: Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te stated that, if given the opportunity, he would inform President Trump of Taiwan’s desire to continue purchasing U.S. arms to counter regional threats.

National News & Business

Media Acquisition: News industry scion James Murdoch has purchased New York magazine and the news website Vox.
San Diego Mosque Attack: Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego as a possible hate crime, amid concerns over rising anti-Islam rhetoric.
Public Health: U.S. health officials have ordered the quarantine of two passengers from a cruise ship following an outbreak of hantavirus. Concurrently, global health experts are monitoring a returning Ebola threat in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

#CIA  #FBI   #Mossad
x.com/mikenov/status/2057090…
On “Man Curves” and the ” #Curvaceous Noses”:  Mr.  #Putin, is this picture Art or the ” #GayPropaganda“? Man Curves by Richard Vyse –  x.com/enbergniels/status/205… also:  Putin & Co: Keep your curvaceous noses out of the people’s bedrooms, and out of their bookshelves!  share.google/aimode/UfAUrhj2…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov)On “Man Curves” and the ” #Curvaceous Noses”:
Mr.  #Putin, is this picture Art or the ” #GayPropaganda“?
Man Curves by Richard Vyse –  x.com/enbergniels/status/205…
Search also:  Putin & Co: Keep your curvaceous noses out of the people’s bedrooms, and out of their bookshelves!  share.google/aimode/UfAUrhj2…

Learning English:
curvaceous:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…
Curvaceous (adjective) describes a well-proportioned, smoothly curving feminine figure, or any object with an attractive, flowing, and rounded shape.

curvaceous noses:
“Curvaceous” or curved noses refer to nasal shapes characterized by a rounded, sloping, or prominent bridge. Rather than being perfectly straight or concave, they feature natural curves, bumps, or an aquiline (downward-pointing) shape that add striking character and structural balance to the face.
Exploring the distinct profiles of curved noses reveals the diversity and beauty of these shapes:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…—  https://x.com/mikenov/status/2057090313345208730

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

#CIA  #FBI  #Mossad
AI News – Posts Review
x.com/mikenov/status/2057095…
AI Brief
Biology and Psychology Shape Modern Power Dynamics
Wednesday, May 20, 20269:38 AM
Summary
Recent analyses are linking human political behavior to ancient animal instincts, suggesting that world leaders operate much like primates in a hierarchy. By looking at how power, dominance, and family bonds work in nature, experts are finding new ways to understand the complex moves of global superpowers.
Key Stories

Statecraft as primate behavior — Experts suggest that global politics is essentially high-level primate behavior, where leaders use biological strategies like coalition building and social grooming to maintain their status as alphas.
The psychology of the global triad — A deep dive into the personalities of Trump, Putin, and Xi shows how individual traits like validation-seeking and historical grievance can override traditional government institutions.

Ethology meets family dynamics — The study of animal behavior is being used to explain human family psychology, showing that things like attachment and sibling rivalry are actually evolutionary survival tools.

Art and the politics of perception — Critics are using the concept of man curves and facial features to challenge political figures like Vladimir Putin on where art ends and propaganda begins.

See also:
x.com/mikenov/status/2052011…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) #Biology and  #Psychology Shape Modern  #Power Dynamics – Articles and Tweets  thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…—  https://x.com/mikenov/status/2057095248338198861

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

#CIA  #FBI  #Mossad
AI News – Posts Review
x.com/mikenov/status/2057095…
AI Brief
Biology and Psychology Shape Modern Power Dynamics
Wednesday, May 20, 20269:38 AM
Summary
Recent analyses are linking human political behavior to ancient animal instincts, suggesting that world leaders operate much like primates in a hierarchy. By looking at how power, dominance, and family bonds work in nature, experts are finding new ways to understand the complex moves of global superpowers.
Key Stories

Statecraft as primate behavior — Experts suggest that global politics is essentially high-level primate behavior, where leaders use biological strategies like coalition building and social grooming to maintain their status as alphas.
The psychology of the global triad — A deep dive into the personalities of Trump, Putin, and Xi shows how individual traits like validation-seeking and historical grievance can override traditional government institutions.

Ethology meets family dynamics — The study of animal behavior is being used to explain human family psychology, showing that things like attachment and sibling rivalry are actually evolutionary survival tools.

Art and the politics of perception — Critics are using the concept of man curves and facial features to challenge political figures like Vladimir Putin on where art ends and propaganda begins.Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) #Biology and  #Psychology Shape Modern  #Power Dynamics – Articles and Tweets  thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…—  https://x.com/mikenov/status/2057095248338198861

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

#CIA  #FBI  #Mossad
AI News – Posts Review
x.com/mikenov/status/2057095…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) #Biology and  #Psychology Shape Modern  #Power Dynamics – Articles and Tweets  thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…—  https://x.com/mikenov/status/2057095248338198861

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

#Biology and  #Psychology Shape Modern  #Power Dynamics – Articles and Tweets  thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

On “Man Curves” and the ” #Curvaceous Noses”:
Mr.  #Putin, is this picture Art or the ” #GayPropaganda“?
Man Curves by Richard Vyse –  x.com/enbergniels/status/205…
Search also:  Putin & Co: Keep your curvaceous noses out of the people’s bedrooms, and out of their bookshelves!  share.google/aimode/UfAUrhj2…

Learning English:
curvaceous:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…
Curvaceous (adjective) describes a well-proportioned, smoothly curving feminine figure, or any object with an attractive, flowing, and rounded shape.

curvaceous noses:
“Curvaceous” or curved noses refer to nasal shapes characterized by a rounded, sloping, or prominent bridge. Rather than being perfectly straight or concave, they feature natural curves, bumps, or an aquiline (downward-pointing) shape that add striking character and structural balance to the face.
Exploring the distinct profiles of curved noses reveals the diversity and beauty of these shapes:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…Niels (@enbergniels)Man Curves by Richard Vyse 🎨🤍—  https://x.com/enbergniels/status/2056475480690163914

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

On “Man Curves” and the ” #CurvaceousNoses“:
Mr.  #Putin, is this picture Art or the ” #GayPropaganda“?
Man Curves by Richard Vyse –  x.com/enbergniels/status/205…
Search also:  Putin & Co: Keep your curvaceous noses out of the people’s bedrooms, and out of their bookshelves!  share.google/aimode/UfAUrhj2…
Learning English:
curvaceous:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…
Curvaceous (adjective) describes a well-proportioned, smoothly curving feminine figure, or any object with an attractive, flowing, and rounded shape.

curvaceous noses:
“Curvaceous” or curved noses refer to nasal shapes characterized by a rounded, sloping, or prominent bridge. Rather than being perfectly straight or concave, they feature natural curves, bumps, or an aquiline (downward-pointing) shape that add striking character and structural balance to the face.Exploring the distinct profiles of curved noses reveals the diversity and beauty of these shapes:
google.com/search?q=curvaceo…Niels (@enbergniels)Man Curves by Richard Vyse 🎨🤍—  https://x.com/enbergniels/status/2056475480690163914

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026

Ethology and Family Psychology – Google Search  google.com/search?q=Ethology…
Ethology is the biological study of animal behavior, which family psychology adapts to understand human kinship and social dynamics. It views family interactions—such as attachment, hierarchy, and conflict—as evolutionary adaptations designed to promote survival, protection, and emotional development. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Concepts Connecting Ethology to Family Dynamics

Attachment Theory: Pioneered by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, this framework suggests that infant behaviors (like crying or smiling) are innate signaling mechanisms designed to keep caregivers close. This evolutionary bond ensures infant survival and sets the baseline for emotional security.
Hierarchical Systems & Dominance: Ethology influences family systems therapy by analyzing non-verbal cues related to dominance and submission. In healthy family units, these communicational mechanisms help establish structure and cohesion.
Imprinting & Bonding: Just as baby animals instinctively bond with their parents, human family psychology explores critical periods for bonding and how early sensory stimulation shapes brain development and emotional health. [2, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Real-World Applications

Parenting Support: Pediatricians and psychologists use ethological frameworks to encourage natural parent-child interactions, like responsive caregiving and skin-to-skin contact, to build secure attachment styles.
Therapeutic Interventions: Family counseling leverages these biological foundations to address family crises, observing how submissive or dominant behaviors at home maintain negative feedback loops.
Cross-Cultural Contexts: While deeply rooted in human biology, researchers continuously study how cultural norms and environmental pressures shape the expression of these innate behaviors across different societies. [4, 5, 8, 9, 10]

To dive deeper into this fascinating overlap, you can explore the Ethology and child social development framework or review Attachment Theory from Ethology to the Strange Situation to see how observation shapes family therapy. [9]
If you are exploring this topic for a specific reason, let me know:

Are you looking into this for parenting/child development, or for family therapy/counseling?
Are you interested in the evolutionary aspects or the observational methods used by researchers?
Do you need resources on attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant)?

I can tailor the next step exactly to your interests!

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1]  reddit.com/r/psychology/comm…
[2]  en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_…
[3]  apadivisions.org/division-6/…
[4]  study.com/learn/lesson/ethol…
[5]  pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2599…
[6]  pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
[7]  pressbooks.pub/lifespandevel…
[8]  oxfordre.com/psychology/disp…
[9]  philarchive.org/archive/SANE…
[10]  pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 20, 2026