Medicare's $2,000 prescription drug cap to provide major relief for cancer patients starting January 1

As clock ticks down, Biden abandons student loan relief proposals he lauded

“The Education Department said it "intends to commit its limited operational resources to helping at-risk borrowers return to repayment successfully."”

Zachary Schermele, USA TODAYUpdated Sun, December 22, 2024 at 7:19 PM UTC4 min read The Biden administration indicated Friday it plans to scrap his latest student loan forgiveness proposals, which could have wiped away debts for tens of millions of Americans and cleared new paths to relief for...

'Ok, Who Got Me The MAGA Hat?' Asks Kamala Harris As Jill Biden Stifles Laughter

“WASHINGTON, D.C. — The traditional unwrapping of presents at the White House took an awkward turn this morning when Jill Biden started snickering...”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The traditional unwrapping of presents at the White House took an awkward turn this morning when Jill Biden started snickering uncontrollably after Kamala Harris opened up a gift containing a brand new MAGA hat. According to sources, the morning started off peacefully with...

Trump trashes must-pass funding bill as Musk calls for the GOP to shut down the government

“Just as Musk's prior pressure campaign to install Sen. Rick Scott of Florida as Senate GOP leader failed, Wednesday's campaign against the...”

Elon Musk endorsed shutting down the government until Trump takes office on January 20. He and Vivek Ramaswamy are leading a MAGA online pressure campaign against a must-pass funding bill. Some GOP lawmakers are listening, and Trump eventually came out against the bill. In a post on X...

President Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row inmates | Fox News

“President Biden is commuting the sentences for 37 of the 40 convicted murderers on federal death row, reclassifying them to life in prison without...”

Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy reports on whether President Biden would consider preemptive pardons on 'Special Report.' President Biden is commuting the sentences of nearly all the inmates on federal death row, a move that comes not even two weeks after he went through...

Sanctuary city pressured after illegal migrant allegedly burns woman alive

“Calls to end New York City's sanctuary policies escalate after a previously deported migrant was arrested in connection to the death of a woman lit...”

In an unprecedented public attack that quickly spread across social media, a woman was lit on fire and burned to death on a subway train in Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday. The suspect arrested in connection to her heinous death is a previously deported migrant from Guatemala, as calls to end New...

Our national ASSHOLE Donald Trump celebrates Christmas Day by posting almost 40 times on Truth Social

Who posts 40 times on Christmas Day ?  I guess the piece of shit doesnt have any family or friends. 

Some Chuckles for the Holiday

10 of the Best Books on Native American History

10 of the Best Books on Native American History Books about Native American history offer a unique and important perspective on the past. They can provide insights into the cultures and customs of indigenous people, as well as the challenges they have faced over the years. Here are ten of the...

A Celebration of American Indian Poems: Capturing the Essence of Life

A Celebration of American Indian Poems: Capturing the Essence of Life Exploring the Rich Tapestry of American Indian Poetry American Indian poetry is a remarkable expression of Native American cultures, traditions, and spirituality. Through their powerful words, American Indian poets...

Chinese myth of the creation of the world and mankind

Chinese myth of the creation of the world and mankind According to Chinese legend, the mighty Pangu, above, broke through the chaos with his strength and axe to create the world as we know it. It may seem that every culture has its own tale about the creation of the world and the beginnings...

As alcohol prices stabilize, some liquors are getting cheaper

“Beer prices are rising, but some spirits — including many tequilas and whiskeys — are seeing price drops that make even top-shelf bottles a bit...”

Booze will cost you more this holiday season than last — but not much more. And there are ways to increase the bang for your buck while grabbing a round of drinks or bringing a bottle to a gathering. As is usually the case, alcohol is still generally cheaper at home than in bars and restaurants,...

Scrooge's Nephew's Christmas Message

“ I am sure I have always thought of Christmas-time, when it has come round—apart from the veneration due to its sacred name and origin, if anything...”

"A Merry Christmas, uncle! God save you!" cried a cheerful voice. ============================================================================ from A CHRISTMAS CAROL by Charles Dickens  "A merry Christmas, uncle! God save you!" cried a cheerful voice. It was the voice of Scrooge's nephew,...

Matt Gaetz accused of paying women for sex, using illegal drugs in House report | Fox News

“Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., allegedly paid multiple women for sex and illicit drugs, according to a House Ethics Committee report.”

Fox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports on Matt Gaetz withdrawing from attorney general consideration on 'Your World.' Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., allegedly paid multiple women for sex, including a 17-year-old high school girl, and used illicit drugs like cocaine...

President Musk Gets Ugly

An 81 year old Democratic congresswoman made a speech on the House floor today criticizing Elon Musk, alleging Musk tanked the spending bill in order to protect his investments in China.  Musk responded by using X AI  to create images of the congresswoman 

Key warning signs about bird flu are going in the wrong direction

“The bird flu outbreak has taken concerning turns, with more than 60 human cases confirmed. Experts outlined four signs that the virus is going in...”

The Summary The bird flu outbreak took several concerning turns this year, with the number of human cases up to at least 64. Experts outlined several indicators that the virus' spread is going in the wrong direction. Among them are recent detections of the virus in wastewater and signs of...

The Canadian Muscle Car That Time Forgot

“A deep dive into the many innovations that make this obscure '70s Corvette rival deserving of your appreciation.”

 The Canadian Muscle Car That Time Forgot In the world of automotive performance, certain countries are renowned for their sports cars - Italy for Ferrari, Germany for Porsche, Great Britain for Lotus, and the United States for the Chevrolet Corvette , along with a plethora of unique and...

The Mississippi and its paddleboats

Steaming on the River The story of the Mississippi's famous paddlewheelers, Along with the Statue of Liberty and the skyscraper, the Mississippi steamboat or "paddlewheeler" is one of the classic symbols of the United States. The great riverboats, with their tall chimneys and rotating...

Treasures of the southern seas

Treasures of the southern seas A signature dish created by chef Liu Boda at the newly opened restaurant Suparnin in Guangzhou, Guangdong province — Shiqi Pigeon. [Photo provided to China Daily] New seafood restaurant in Guangzhou's 'backyard garden' Nansha, is raising local produce and...

Five Classic Movies That Were Box Office Flops

Five Classic Movies That Were Box Office Flops Sometimes it's hard to believe, but some of Hollywood's greatest classic movies were box office flops when they were first released. While they have more than made up for the loss through DVDs and repeated showings on television, there are several...

Tianjin artist paints a relaxed picture

Tianjin artist paints a relaxed picture Li Jin's exhibition at West Kowloon Cultural District, in Hong Kong. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]   BUZZ NOTE: This caption applies to and is identical for all images. . . .

The Real Reason Why Americans Approve of Trump’s Disastrous Transition

“How is it possible that Americans are good with this corrupt cavalcade of unqualified extremists Trump is nominating?”

How can it be, you may be wondering, that 55 percent of Americans tell pollsters they approve of how Donald Trump is handling the transition? He has nominated—almost but not quite literally across the board—unqualified extremists. Think about it: These are people who’ve never run these large,...

Trump Prepares to Wreck Economy With Alarming Bank Regulator Plan

“The Trump team is asking potential nominees some shocking questions about government cuts.”

In an effort to shrink the size of the federal government, Donald Trump's transition team is considering different plans to abolish a crucial financial regulatory agency—a move that could have far-reaching effects on the economy. While interviewing potential nominees for positions heading up...

Trump threatens to take back Panama Canal over 'ridiculous' fees | Donald Trump | The Guardian

“Trump also warns he would not let a 'vital national asset' for the US fall into the 'wrong hands'”

Trump also warns he would not let a 'vital national asset' for the US fall into the 'wrong hands' Donald Trump has demanded that the Panama Canal be given back to the US if Panama did not manage the waterway in a fashion that was acceptable to him - and he accused the central American country of...

AI traffic cameras could be watching you on the road

“Police around the world using AI-powered cameras to crack down on behavior like texting behind the wheel and driving without a seatbelt.”

Police around the world are using artificial intelligence-powered cameras to crack down on behavior like texting behind the wheel and driving without a seat belt. The traffic cameras, which use AI to detect and flag certain driving behaviors, might make it easier to prosecute more people than...

Trump says European Union must buy U.S. oil and gas in trade ultimatum

“Donald Trump made threats of sweeping tariffs on U.S. trading partners a key part of his presidential campaign.”

Trump is irrational and irresponsible.

The Biden cover-up is fast unraveling

“We are just beginning to learn how bad President Joe Biden's mental state was and how far Democratic officials and media allies went to cover it up.”

President Joe Biden's catch-and-release policies for illegal immigration that caused a historic invasion of the United States was the first scandal of his presidency, but it was his catastrophic withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan that destroyed his public standing and pushed him permanently...

Members Of Congress Explain They Need Pay Raises To Keep Up With The Inflation They Caused

“WASHINGTON, D.C. — Though Americans were up in arms when news broke that lawmakers were pushing to give themselves an increase in salary, members...”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Though Americans were up in arms when news broke that lawmakers were pushing to give themselves an increase in salary, members of Congress insisted that they needed the pay increase to keep up with the inflation they caused. Representatives were quick to defend the proposed...

Trump suggests U.S. should take ownership of Greenland

“President-elect Trump indicated he wants Greenland under U.S. control as he named PayPal co-founder Ken Howery as his pick for United States...”

Trump suggests U.S. should take ownership of Greenland President-elect Trump indicated he wants Greenland under U.S. control as he named PayPal co-founder Ken Howery as his pick for United States ambassador to Denmark on Sunday. The latest: Greenland Prime Minister Múte Egede made clear on...

Lego is reinventing its iconic brick sets and keeping the toy industry afloat

“The toy industry is headed for its second consecutive annual sales decline, but it's got one thing propping it up: colorful, interlocking plastic...”

The toy industry is headed for its second consecutive annual sales decline, but it's got one thing propping it up: colorful, interlocking plastic bricks. At a time when toy companies are struggling to match the massive gains of pandemic-era sales, Lego is growing rapidly. The Danish company saw...

Palace of Nyuwa, Handan

Palace of Nyuwa, Handan The view from the bottom of the Palace of Nyuwa Scenic Spot in Shexian county, Handan, Hebei province [Photo/VCG] The Palace of Nyuwa Scenic Spot is a huge architectural complex located in the northern part of the Taihang Mountains in Shexian county, Handan city,...