Why so many admire Elon Musk. It goes back to adolescence.

“I confess to a voyeuristic reflex that makes me glance at headlines about Elon Musk and Twitter, as I might rubberneck when passing a car wreck. ”

From haute cuisine to hate cuisine: Why Republicans are finally taking aim at Trump | The Hill

“Now, Republicans may sense an opportunity to achieve Trump's policies without Trump's personality.”

Judge Aileen Cannon's Reign of Error Is Over | The New Republic

“The Trump-appointed judge, who tried to do the former president a favor in the Mar-a-Lago affair, received a stern correction from the Eleventh...”

Scientists build 'baby' wormhole as sci-fi moves closer to fact

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Aging boomers are making it harder to tame inflation—and there are no quick solutions in sight

“Older Americans aren't returning to the workforce, and that has major implications for inflation and the U.S. economy long term.”

Attention Staten Island drivers: MTA S79 bus-mounted cameras to begin issuing tickets this month - silive.com

“Here's what you need to know about how the fines work, hours of operation and more.”

What is the 'magic spray' World Cup players use, and does it work?

“The World Cup has brought renewed attention to the "magic spray" used when soccer players get injured during games.”

Elon Musk drops new details on Twitter's suppression of Hunter Biden laptop

“Twitter chief Elon Musk made good on his pledge to drop new information about the company's behind-the-scenes machinations about the suppression of...”

China Clamps Down on Internet as It Seeks to Stamp Out Covid Protests - WSJ

“Online regulators tell big tech companies to expand censorship of information on demonstrations and take steps to curb the virtual private networks...”

Elon Musk's Twitter Reinstates Neo-Nazi Andrew Anglin's Account

“Neo-Nazi Andrew Anglin has been reinstated to Twitter under Elon Musk's new policies for the platform.”

America Bans Stuffed Panda Bear Dolls

America Bans Stuffed Panda Bear Dolls SATIRE:  The National Security Agency has determined that panda bears, whether live in zoos or beloved children's companion dolls must be banned and removed from America due to their being a security risk to the American people and government.   This...

Prosecutor: Evidence shows Trump 'explicitly' OK'd tax fraud | AP News

“NEW YORK (AP) — In the end, it wasn't a last-minute smoking gun but a prosecutor insisting that evidence shows Donald Trump was aware of a scheme...”

Lauren Boebert Fumes as Nancy Pelosi Has Capitol Room Named After Her

“Pelosi, 82, became the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House in 2007 and made history again in 2019 when she was re-elected to the same...”

Tim Cook Says He's Ready To Pull Twitter From App Store Once President Xi Gives The Order

“CUPERTINO, CA — Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed this morning that he's prepared to remove the Twitter app from the App Store but that he's waiting for...”

Congress is shocked, shocked by the COVID fraud it created

“Like Captain Renault in the gambling casino in “Casablanca,” congressmen are “shocked, shocked” by all the fraud spawned by the trillions of...”

Just the usual "DUH" moment in the life of "Handouts" by Big Gov., whom really don't care about accountability come "Vote" Days, THEN,  after the Elections, They are SHOCKED ............ they ............. Fucked Up ! But they were re-elected. I don't think they are shocked at all, as they tell...

The US economy's growth was stronger than expected in the third quarter | CNN Business

“The US economy grew much faster than expected in the third quarter, according to the latest gross domestic product report, which showed GDP rose by...”

Hakeem Jeffries, House Dems' new leader, said Tara Reade's Biden accusation should be 'investigated seriously'

“Reade was one of eight women who came forward in 2019 to accuse Biden of inappropriate touching. ”

Axios Finish Line: The Death Of The Dinner Date

“It's all about keeping it casual.”

The custom of emptying wallets for a lavish dinner on a first date may be on its way out. The big picture: The collision of a number of trends — including skyrocketing prices, the pandemic's popularization of outdoor hangouts, and the rise of online dating — is starting to kill the traditional...

November Employment Report Shows U.S. Economy Added 263,000 Jobs - WSJ

“Jobless rate remains at 3.7%, sign of continued strength in the labor market”

Fallen Empire

“"I really deeply wish that I had taken, like, a lot more responsibility for understanding what the details were of what was going on,"...”

The Senate Agriculture Committee met Thursday to understand what happened to the crypto currency exchange known as FTX and how Bitcoin could be regulated in the future. Meanwhile, the former head of FTX Sam Bankman-Fried was giving interviews. Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow lamented the "lack of...

Ye suspended from Twitter after swastika post

“After making antisemitic comments and praising Hitler on Thursday, the rapper Ye has been suspended from Twitter.”

Exploring a tunnel deep below Niagara Falls

Special master: Appeals court halts review of Trump documents seized at Mar-a-Lago

“In a major defeat for former President Donald Trump, a federal appeals court on Thursday halted a third-party review of documents seized from his...”

White House Releases First-of-a-Kind Indigenous Knowledge Guidance for Federal Agencies

Today, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) jointly released new government-wide guidance  and an accompanying implementation memorandum for Federal Agencies on recognizing and including Indigenous Knowledge in...

Kanye West says 'I like Hitler' in antisemitic rant on Alex Jones show

“Kanye West went on a antisemitic tirade during an appearance on Alex Jones' "Infowars" talk show in which the controversial artist praised Hitler”

Pat Cipollone and Patrick Philbin: Federal judge orders former top lawyers in Trump's White House to testify | CNN Politics

“A federal judge rejected former President Donald Trump's privilege claims”

Started Late Last Week, so, Early Start, this Week on Creative Arts Three-Day Weekend

Sailing the Caribbean © A. Mac/A.G.

On TikTok, Chinese State Media Pushes Divisive Videos About U.S. Politicians

“In the run-up to the 2022 elections, the @NewsTokss account criticized some candidates (mostly Republicans), and favored others (mostly Democrats).”

Fauci says COVID-19 could have been created in a lab and then leaked

“Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and chief medical adviser to President Joe Biden, said...”

Quebec Plans to Bar Most Immigrants Who Don’t Speak French

““The objective is to stop the decline of French, in particular in Montreal, and to reverse the trend,””

Let's follow Premier Francois Legault Lead here in the U.S.A. ! Set a new goal for immigrants: They should all speak English.

New book pictures J. Edgar Hoover as drag queen - UPI Archives

“J. Edgar Hoover protected organized crime for years because top mobsters had evidence of his homosexual activities, including his dressing in...”

5 times that Republicans loved drag before they started using it as a political weapon - LGBTQ Nation

“Before drag queens became punching bags for Trump supporters, Republicans loved drag - including Donald Trump himself.”

Airplane engine burns hydrogen during a ground test

“The experiment comes from Rolls-Royce and easyJet, and represents one way to try to green up the aviation sector.”

Hydrogen worked for Artemis, didn't it?  The problem these tests are trying to address is retro-fitting an alternative fuel to the existing fleet of aircraft engines.  There are also tests to use ammonia as an alternate fuel in existing engines.  These alternative fuels may require switching to...

Biden student loan debt forgiveness plan suffers another setback | The Hill

“A federal appeals court on Wednesday declined to shelve a lower court's ruling blocking President Biden's student debt relief plan as the...”

Wind energy is now South Dakota's No. 1 producer of electricity, but not every day

“The state was home to 526 turbines before 2019. Another 511 were constructed from 2019 to 2021.”

Not difficult to see where this is headed.  It won't be long before urban politicians will be complaining about wind barons in rural areas.  Those big city mayors will be demanding rate cuts and an end to subsidies.  And urbanites will be up in arms over rural areas cheating cities. It's not...

Fact Check: White House's Misleading Claim Biden Has Been to the Southern Border

House Approves Imposing Railroad Labor Deal, Paid Sick Leave Measure - WSJ

“Lawmakers aim to end long-running dispute between freight companies and workers”

Democrats Want a Lame-Duck Spending Blowout

“And the Senate GOP might go along to get more defense dollars.”

Jesse Waters asks "What would you do?"

“Watters: Would you drive through a mob to protect yourself?”

Last night Jesse Waters presented the case of Kathleen Castillo, who was a woman driving her daughter home after doing some Christmas shopping in NYC. and was swarmed by a group of violent protestors during the infamous "summer of love." In her case, she tried to flee and hit some of the...

PUBLIC DOMAIN MOVIE QUIZ

PUBLIC DOMAIN MOVIE QUIZ PLEASE DO NOT POST YOUR ANSWERS, MOVIE NAMES OR EVEN A HINT IN A COMMENT, OR YOU WILL RUIN THE QUIZ FOR EVERYONE ELSE.    POST THEM IN A PRIVATE NOTE TO ME, BUZZ OF THE ORIENT, AND I WILL REPLY WITH YOUR SCORE AND THE CORRECT ANSWERS. Don't forget that I am on the...

Rolling Stones' 60th year honoured with U.K. collectible coin

UK royals arrive in Boston to showcase youthful monarchy | AP News

“BOSTON (AP) — The Prince and Princess of Wales embarked Wednesday on their first overseas trip since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, aiming to...”

Eating grapes can help protect against sunburns, skin cancer: study

Married 'GMA' Hosts Amy Robach & TJ Holmes Are Accused of Having an Affair & Leaving Their Spouses For Each Other

“The "Good Morning America" anchors left their spouses for each other five months after their affair started at work.”

Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79

“Christine McVie, the English musician whose smoky vocals and romantic lyrics helped catapult the rock group Fleetwood Mac to international success,...”

Noncitizen Bill Makes Aliens and Diplomats D.C. Voters

“Congress can stop a law that gives the franchise to any adult 30-day district resident.”

Elon Musk's Neuralink to give demo on Nov. 30. Here's what to expect.

“Elon Musk's Neuralink startup is working on technology that allows humans to control computers with their thoughts.”

Disney Film Featuring Gay Main Character Bombs at Box Office

“Disney suffered one of its worst theatrical releases ever with its animated movie Strange World, which brought in just $18.6 million over the...”

New York City to start hospitalizing more mentally ill people involuntarily

“New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) revealed a new plan Tuesday to remove people with severe, untreated mental illness from city streets and...”

The Far Right Is Already Attacking the Club Q Hero - VICE

“"If it's not bullshit he's helping to molest children and he's all for it," another Gab user wrote in response, adding: "F*ggot dad in closet."”

January 6 convictions bolster democracy, but McCarthy's defense of Trump threatens it | CNN Politics

“The American tradition of peaceful transfers of presidential power buckled in the horrific violence of January 6, 2021.”

The U.S. Has Always Known Political Violence, But Seldom Has It been so Pointless

“What was January 6 about? It was about nothing tangible, nothing real. It was about delusions and theories, carried over the air on waves of sound,...”

McCarthy Lies to Protect Trump

“I'm going death con 3 ON JEWISH PEOPLE - ye @kanyewest on Twitter”

Trump hugged and kissed Kayne West in the White House in 2020. Trump’s enjoyed dinner at Mar-a-Lago with antisemitic rapper "Ye" (Kanye West), Nick Fuentes and Milo Yiannopoulos. So what has Trump said about his dinner guests?  The Donald said he didn't know who they are.  So permit me to...

Common treatment for joint pain may be linked to faster arthritis progression, research suggests

“Corticosteroid shots, often used to relieve arthritis pain, may be linked to faster progression of the condition, according to two small...”

Palestinian refugee's desperate plea for housing in Canada prompts Jewish family to open their door

Bloke 'shot dead by his dog's paws' in one-in-a-million freak accident

‘Easy Rider’ Reboot in the Works: Rights Holders to Update Dennis Hopper-Peter Fonda Classic (EXCLUSIVE)

Elon Musk Is Turning Twitter Into a Haven for Nazis

“Musk has welcomed neo-Nazis back onto the platform, engaged with them on his timeline, and posted multiple tweets that appeal directly to them.”

Theft case against Biden nonbinary aide Sam Brinton is admittedly 'weirder'

“Sam Brinton had a lot to be proud and thankful for when his selection as President Joe Biden's deputy assistant energy secretary for spent fuel and...”

Head Of Oath Keepers Guilty Of Seditious Conspiracy

Liz Cheney wins 2022 Turkey of the Year Award

“ With her unhinged Trump hatred, her inability to understand the mood of the electorate and her unrelenting desire to appease the liberal media,...”

World Cup: U.S. defeats Iran on Christian Pulisic goal to advance

“The United States defeated Iran on a goal by Christian Pulisic to advance to the round of 16 at the World Cup. The U.S. will face the Netherlands...”

Just had to win this one!!

America's culture wars make losers of us all

“Comedian Dave Chappelle is highly controversial, including for comments about the transgender community. But he's also highly popular, including...”

Are we ready for the approaching loneliness epidemic?

“Older people are consistently worse affected: on average 53 per cent of Americans aged over 65 spend more than eight hours of waking time on their...”

GOP lawmakers condemn Trump's meeting with Kanye West and white nationalist Fuentes

GOP lawmakers condemn Trump's meeting with Kanye West and white nationalist Fuentes Jon Ward ·Chief National Correspondent Mon, November 28, 2022 at 3:41 PM Donald Trump, Kanye West and Nick Fuentes. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photos: Andrew...

Non-binary Biden nuclear official charged with stealing woman's $2.3K luggage at airport

“Sam Brinton was charged with felony theft after allegedly snatching a Vera Bradley suitcase reportedly worth $2,325 from baggage claim at the...”

'Thousands of Miles' on guzheng

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Photography helps rural areas achieve prosperity

Why Whole Foods pulled Maine lobster from stores and what's next

“A decision by Whole Foods to pause purchases of Maine lobster has sparked outcry from the state's elected officials and the lobster industry. '”

China's white paper protest: Why 'zero COVID' activists are holding up blank sheets

“In one of China's greatest displays of public discontent since the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989, an unconventional item has come to symbolize...”

Howard Stern Slams Oprah for Insta Posts Parading Wealth: 'Mind-Blowing'

“"Oprah's not embarrassed by her wealth at all," Stern said. "She loves showing it off on Instagram. It's...mind-blowing. When you follow her on...”

Elon Musk's Boring Company Ghosts Cities Across America - WSJ

“The tunnel venture has repeatedly teased local officials with a pledge to 'solve soul-destroying traffic,' only to back out”

World's largest active volcano, Mauna Loa, erupts in Hawaii

“The world's largest active volcano has erupted in Hawaii for the first time in nearly four decades, officials said.”

Honda Motocompacto could be tiny new electric motorbike for cities

“Remember Honda's Motocompo from the early 1980s? It was a tiny little gas-powered motorcycle designed to fit in the trunk...”

Yet another retro-designed niche market EV.  A lot of old (and dated) futuristic designs are being pulled off the shelves to jump onto the EV bandwagon.  Were these designs really ahead of their time? The trend toward smaller, compact vehicles that augment ICE vehicles may portend the future....

Artillery Is Breaking in Ukraine. It's Becoming a Problem for the Pentagon

“Ukrainian soldiers are firing thousands of shells daily, forcing the U.S. to replace gun barrels across the border in Poland.”

The military cannot fight a war without factories.  That's why the combat military is only the tip of the spear.  A prolonged war is a test of industrial capability and capacity.

Rep. James Comer: No New Gun Laws Needed, House GOP Will Focus on Fentanyl And Looting Instead

“Rep. James Comer (R-KY) brushed off suggestions that new gun laws would help prevent gun violence, telling NBC News' Chuck Todd House Republicans...”

How Much Would You Pay to Save Your Pet's Life?

“For $15,000, you can get your pet a new kidney.”

This is a very long article. I excerpted the first part of it. 

Does Santa Claus Have to Be White? A Jolly New Doc Says No

“Santa Camp introduces us to three unique Santas, each one working against the Santa Claus typecast for their own reasons. There's Chris, a Black...”

The left's new Bogeyman

““Vindman is both puppet & puppeteer. Question is who pulls his strings … ?” Musk asked Sunday.”

Link to Quote: https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/3752134-vindman-rips-musk-as-purveyor-of-hate-and-division/As Donald Trump takes on his new role, either forcibly or voluntarily, as simply the MAGA wing founder, there has emerged a new focus point for the left's hatred. It's the...

Crowd angered by lockdowns calls for China's Xi to step down

“Protesters angered by strict anti-virus measures called for China's powerful leader to resign, an unprecedented rebuke as authorities in at least...”