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Politics | POLITICS
‘Green New Deal’ plan will cost NYers 'hundreds of billions'
New Yorkers will have to pay "hundreds of billions of dollars" in higher utility bills due to the state's “Green New Deal”-inspired plan, according to a top energy regulatory official -- who accused lawmakers of hiding the true cost of the bill.
Politics | Politics
The Legend of The Real Jane Roe
In May of 2020, a slew of establishment news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today, were breathlessly reporting on a supposed bombshell in a new Hulu documentary titled, “AKA Jane Roe.” They deemed it “shocking,” “stunning,” and a “challenge” to the pro-life “narrative.”
Food & Drink | Drinks
Deep South Dish: Cherry Limeade
Cherry limeade, made with lemon-lime soda, cherry syrup, a splash of maraschino cherry juice, and fresh squeezed lime juice, is a refreshing and delicious summer drink.
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Leonardo da Vinci could visually flip between dimensions, neuroscientist claims - Big Think
A neuroscientist argues that da Vinci shared a disorder with Picasso and Rembrandt.
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Total lunar eclipse: How to watch Sunday's rare "super flower blood moon" - CBS News
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
26 Cooking Tips To Elevate Your Favorite Recipes
"I'd been making pasta one way my whole life until I learned about this."
Recipes | Recipes
Asian Steak Bites
Crisp on the outside, hot and juicy on the inside, Asian Steaks Bites only take a minute to make and the result is the juiciest steak you will ever eat!
Music | Music
Buffalo mass shooter’s alleged manifesto leaves no doubt attack was white supremacist terrorism
“Greatly anti-Semitic, greatly racist against people of color, white supremacist, radicalized in all the ways we can think of.”
Entertainment | Entertainment
Michael Che on controversial comedy: "As long as people are talking it's not all that bad."
The "Saturday Night Live" head writer, the first Black anchor of "Weekend Update," and star of the HBO series, "That Damn Michael Che," says standup is his first, and possibly greatest, love.
Travel | Travel
The Fight To Take Back Hawaii | Foreign Correspondent
For over a century, the destiny of this island paradise has been in the hands of outsiders. Now native Hawaiians are reclaiming their culture, language and l...
Entertainment | Entertainment
Fred Ward, ‘The Right Stuff’ and ‘Tremors’ actor, dead at 79
Fred Ward, the veteran character actor best known for his diverse roles in “Tremors,” “The Right Stuff” and Robert Altman’s “Short Cuts,” has died. He was …
Science & Technology | Tech
New report confirms Apple is testing iPhones with USB-C ports
According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is testing USB-C iPhones, backing up recent rumors from other sources.
Miscellaneous | Interesting stories
MAGA Icons: Where Are They Now and Are They OK
The Void. We all feel it, to varying degrees. And we all try to fill it in different ways. In the first episode of Filling The Void, a collaboration between ...
Entertainment | Entertainment
Here's every show that's been canceled (or renewed) by the broadcast networks
R.I.P. 'Mr. Mayor,' 'B Positive,' 'Dynasty,' 'Queens,' 'Magnum P.I.,' 'The Big Leap,' 'Naomi,' and many more.
Pets & Animals | Man's Best Friend
11 Facts About Beagles
These lovable hounds are happy, playful companions. Find out more about why they make perfect pets.
Politics | Politics
President Biden says the admin. didn’t act faster on the baby formula crisis because they weren’t better mind readers
"If we've been better mind readers I guess we could've but we moved as quickly as the problem became apparent to us..."
Recipes | Delicious Recipes!
21 Healthy Vegetarian Dinners You Can Make with 5 Ingredients or Less
Limited ingredients keep these dinners simple to make and easy on your wallet. Shuffle through these recipes to find something for whatever mood you're in, whether it's spicy veggie fajitas, baked eggs or saucy pasta. You only need five ingredients—not co
Music | Music
An Open Letter to Paul McCartney Regarding Tickets Prices
I should be able to see you at a reasonable price, especially from a mile away
Visual Arts | Photography
The Dennis Hopper Photograph That Caught Los Angeles
The actor stopped at an intersection, took out his Nikon, and made history.
Sports | Sports
NFL Schedule Release 2022: Full Slates for All 32 Teams
All 32 NFL team schedules were released on Thursday.
Entertainment | Entertainment
‘This Is Spinal Tap’ Sequel Set With Rob Reiner Returning
Stars Michael McKean, Christopher Guest and Harry Shearer will also return.
Entertainment | Movies & Other Stuff
'Operation Mincemeat' explained: The stolen body and fake intelligence that helped win WWII
The Netflix drama 'Operation Mincemeat,' starring Colin Firth and Matthew Macfadyen, is based on the unbelievable true story of a macabre espionage mission.
Science & Technology | Science
How I Took a Photo of the Andromeda Galaxy from My Backyard
Photographer Brennan Gilmore shares how he captured a stunning photo of the Andromeda galaxy from his own backyard.
News | The News
WWII Frontlines Nurse Celebrates 100th Birthday Skydiving Over Florida
“I had never done it, and I’ve done a lot of things in 100 years so I thought I must do it while I can.” -Raymonde Sullivan Huge birthday shoutout to Raymonde Sullivan, a former n…
History | History
Why Ronald Speirs Was The Most Fearsome Paratrooper In The Real-Life 'Band Of Brothers'
Ronald Speirs was known as a fearsome fighter — who wasn't afraid of killing just to make a point.
Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help
How to tell if you've been emotionally abused by your parents: 6 things parents do that are extremely harmful
Emotional abuse by a parent is common but often harder to spot than physical abuse. Here's how to tell if it's happened to you and how to get help.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Microchip Saves Tabby Cat From Being Put Down After 16 Years Missing
The chip also allowed him to reunite with his family for the first time in 16 years.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Pit Bull Puppy Rescued From Debris Fire Finds Forever Home With Firefighter
Firefighter Mike Thawley now has two doggos, both foster fails!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Watch Rescuers Find—and Save—a Terrier Who'd Been Underground for 56 Hours
We're so glad Flossie was found unharmed!
News | ISRAEL NEWS
How Western dupes help propagate Palestinian lies
A Palestinian Arab journalist with Al Jazeera, Shireen Abu Akleh, was shot dead this week in a firefight between Hamas
Politics | POLITICS
FBI Used Terrorism Laws to Investigate 'Dozens' of 'Concerned Parents' Who Attended School Board Meetings
Whistleblowers told GOP members of the House Judiciary Committee that "dozens" of parents were investigated using counterterrorism tools at the FBI's disposal.
Business & Finance | Business & Finance
Elon Musk says Twitter deal ‘on hold’ after spam/fake account report
Elon Musk has said that his deal to buy Twitter is ‘temporarily on hold,’ after the social network said that spam and false accounts accounted for fewer than 5 percent of its daily users. It’s not the first time there’s been uncertainty about Twitter’s us
Politics | Campus Watch
The Problem with Israel-Studies Departments
When the University of Washington returned a $5 million gift intended to start an Israel Studies Department, the reason was simple: the professor tasked with running the department had no intention of
Politics | American Politics
House Votes to Bestow Medal of Honor on Last Surviving Nuremberg Prosecutor
Ben Ferencz, honored earlier this year by the State of Florida, was 27 when served as a Nazi prosecutor after the end of World War II.
Politics | Media Bias
NY Times Goes Down the BDS Rabbit Hole In Style
Quiz time! Can you distinguish BDS from its parody? The stances of the factually and morally bankrupt BDS are virtually indistinguishable from satire. The New
News | News
Social Media Execs To Gather For ‘Palestine Digital Activism Forum’ Hosted By Group With ‘Terror’ Ties
Amidst U.S. censorship, 'Palestine Digital Activism Forum' features Twitter, Facebook, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, and radical speakers
News | Antisemitism Watch
It's time for tough measures against antisemitism
It was just reported late last month that incidents of antisemitism in the United States rose this year by 34% to record highs, continuing a dangerous upward spiral.
Politics | Hamas, Gaza & The Palestinian Authority
Why is the PA hiding the bullet that killed Shireen Abu Akleh?
PA chief pathologist says he can’t yet determine which side killed Abu Akleh
Science & Technology | Science
Astronomers capture first image of black hole at center of Milky Way
The image of Sagittarius A* offers an unprecedented look at the extreme object driving the evolution of our galaxy.
Music | Guitar: Gear & Tips
A lot of the Beatles Blackbird guitar lessons online are wrong: one YouTuber puts things right with this tutorial
Paul McCartney's playing is all about integrating fingerpicking with strumming
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
Landmark Theatres' Pico Location to Close at End of May
Movie-goers took to Twitter today with sadness and concern for L.A.'s dwindling supply of arthouse film theaters following news that the Landmark Theatres Pico location will close its doors at the end of the month after 15 years.
Entertainment | Entertainment News!
‘Magnum P.I.’ Canceled After Four Seasons at CBS
“Magnum P.I.” has been canceled after four seasons at CBS, Variety has learned. The reboot of the beloved 1980’s action series debuted Season 4 back in October. The show is descri…
Psychology | Health & Wellbeing
The Damaging Double Standard Behind Intermittent Fasting
Is it "optimization" or an eating disorder?
Advice & Self-Help | Products with Integrity
What Instant Delivery Services Could Do to Cities - Bloomberg
Mini-warehouses dubbed “dark stores” are quietly taking over urban retail space. Left unregulated, the insatiable demand for faster delivery will only hasten the erosion of community life.
Miscellaneous | Interesting & Helpful Information
What are nurdles? The petrochemical product is infiltrating the environment. - Vox
Nurdles are the second-largest source of ocean microplastics. Nobody’s responsible for cleaning them up.
Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices
I Tried ‘Eye Yoga’ to Relieve the Strain WFH Is Putting on My Eyes—Here’s What Happened
Could completing ‘eye yoga’ on a daily basis protect your eyes from the impact of increased screen use while WFH? One writer gave it a go.
Miscellaneous | Opinion
How a Plague Exposed the "Christian Nation" Myth
The evidence is in. The United States can finally abandon the pretense that it is a Christian nation. For most of us, this isn't news. Since its
Politics | Hamas, Gaza & The Palestinian Authority
Elder Of Ziyon - Thursday, May 12, 2022
The PA admits that it has no intention of finding the truth about the death of Shireen Abu Akleh
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