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Nature's animal affection in its most elegant and beautiful form.
By KY_EnviroGuy - 3 min ago
Nature's animal affection in its most elegant and beautiful form.
By KY_EnviroGuy - 3 min ago
Music Appreciation
It has been said that one reason the Beatles quit touring was because
By Barry Markson - 17 min ago
It has been said that one reason the Beatles quit touring was because
By Barry Markson - 17 min ago
General Discussion
Cop Slammed Emory Professor's Head Into Concrete, Then Charged Her With Battery
By Jilly_in_VA - 75 replies @ 21 min ago (Milestone)
Cop Slammed Emory Professor's Head Into Concrete, Then Charged Her With Battery
By Jilly_in_VA - 75 replies @ 21 min ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
Rep. Garcia: Voters shouldn't support Trump because he's a 'criminal and a conman' - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 24 min ago
Rep. Garcia: Voters shouldn't support Trump because he's a 'criminal and a conman' - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 24 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Chants of 'shame on you' greet guests arriving for the annual White House correspondents' dinner
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 25 replies @ 29 min ago (Milestone)
Chants of 'shame on you' greet guests arriving for the annual White House correspondents' dinner
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 25 replies @ 29 min ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
'Leaders who feed fear typically are also ones who avoid facts.'
By elleng - 34 min ago
'Leaders who feed fear typically are also ones who avoid facts.'
By elleng - 34 min ago
Foreign Affairs
Retired general on what needs to happen next for Ukraine to move forward in its war with Russia - CNN
By TexasTowelie - 34 min ago
Retired general on what needs to happen next for Ukraine to move forward in its war with Russia - CNN
By TexasTowelie - 34 min ago
General Discussion
Arizona Republicans Who Supported Repealing an Abortion Ban Face Blowback
By In It to Win It - 37 min ago
Arizona Republicans Who Supported Repealing an Abortion Ban Face Blowback
By In It to Win It - 37 min ago
General Discussion
Can nasal Neosporin fight COVID? Surprising new research suggests it works
By Nevilledog - 43 min ago
Can nasal Neosporin fight COVID? Surprising new research suggests it works
By Nevilledog - 43 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
GOP Gov Makes HORRIFYING CONFESSION...- Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 43 min ago
GOP Gov Makes HORRIFYING CONFESSION...- Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 43 min ago
General Discussion
Political Science Professor: Possibility of Trump being convicted in his New York hush money trial is "high".
By Quixote1818 - 54 min ago
Political Science Professor: Possibility of Trump being convicted in his New York hush money trial is "high".
By Quixote1818 - 54 min ago
The DU Lounge
How thoughtful--Man builds a butt scratch spot for the bears in the woods:
By tblue37 - 55 min ago
How thoughtful--Man builds a butt scratch spot for the bears in the woods:
By tblue37 - 55 min ago
General Discussion
How many SCOTUS Justices were virtually hand picked by
By Rustynaerduwell - 1 hr ago
How many SCOTUS Justices were virtually hand picked by
By Rustynaerduwell - 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
SEE IT: Colin Jost's full set from 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
SEE IT: Colin Jost's full set from 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
Environment & Energy
Here Comes the Sun Money: Biden Launches $7 Billion "Solar for All" on Earth Day
By red dog 1 - 1 hr ago
Here Comes the Sun Money: Biden Launches $7 Billion "Solar for All" on Earth Day
By red dog 1 - 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
SNL's Colin Jost Roasts Biden, Trump, News Media at the 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - Reflect
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
SNL's Colin Jost Roasts Biden, Trump, News Media at the 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - Reflect
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
Foreign Affairs
$115 Billion From The US And Europe Gives Ukraine Hope - Good Times Bad Times
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
$115 Billion From The US And Europe Gives Ukraine Hope - Good Times Bad Times
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Crackdowns at 4 College Protests Lead to Nearly 200 Arrests
By brooklynite - 1 hr ago
Crackdowns at 4 College Protests Lead to Nearly 200 Arrests
By brooklynite - 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
Legal expert says dueling Trump cases are a 'stress test' to the system - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
Legal expert says dueling Trump cases are a 'stress test' to the system - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump's Inner Circle RIPPED TO SHREDS in INDICTMENT - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
Trump's Inner Circle RIPPED TO SHREDS in INDICTMENT - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Tornado outbreak ongoing near Norman/Oklahoma City, these may make it to Tulsa according to SPC... local live coverage
By Cheezoholic - 1 hr ago
Tornado outbreak ongoing near Norman/Oklahoma City, these may make it to Tulsa according to SPC... local live coverage
By Cheezoholic - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Re: Immunity oral argument (looking for Katyal discussion with Lawrence, found:
By elleng - 1 hr ago
Re: Immunity oral argument (looking for Katyal discussion with Lawrence, found:
By elleng - 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
'Should my 10-year-old become a mother?': Expert lays out reality of the GOP's anti-abortion laws - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
'Should my 10-year-old become a mother?': Expert lays out reality of the GOP's anti-abortion laws - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Question: How involved was Alito in the Insurrectionist's plans to overturn the election?
By Baitball Blogger - 1 hr ago
Question: How involved was Alito in the Insurrectionist's plans to overturn the election?
By Baitball Blogger - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Dr. John Gartner explains why it is absolutely clear that Donald Trump has dementia
By red dog 1 - 1 hr ago
Dr. John Gartner explains why it is absolutely clear that Donald Trump has dementia
By red dog 1 - 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
The Supreme Court is hoping it gets it 'right': Insiders speak to tension of Trump immunity case - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
The Supreme Court is hoping it gets it 'right': Insiders speak to tension of Trump immunity case - The Weekend - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
I love my President. He enjoys laughing himself. White House Correspondents Dinner.
By Botany - 1 hr ago
I love my President. He enjoys laughing himself. White House Correspondents Dinner.
By Botany - 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Name a character from a TV show & see if anyone knows the show without using Google
By red dog 1 - 75 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Name a character from a TV show & see if anyone knows the show without using Google
By red dog 1 - 75 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Liberal YouTubers
Backfire: Shocking scheme to rig election for Trump Blows Up - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
Backfire: Shocking scheme to rig election for Trump Blows Up - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
WATCH: Biden's full remarks at 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
WATCH: Biden's full remarks at 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Hamas publishes propaganda video with signs of life from hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin
By madaboutharry - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
Hamas publishes propaganda video with signs of life from hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin
By madaboutharry - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
2nd tweet--Baby gorilla tries to beat his chest, but is less than successful:
By tblue37 - 2 hrs ago
2nd tweet--Baby gorilla tries to beat his chest, but is less than successful:
By tblue37 - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
'I feel terrible': Wilfrid Laurier international student at centre of storm over post about how to get free food
By tenderfoot - 2 hrs ago
'I feel terrible': Wilfrid Laurier international student at centre of storm over post about how to get free food
By tenderfoot - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Colin is kinda bombing is he not. Some jokes get no laughs. I do really like him though
By Trueblue1968 - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
Colin is kinda bombing is he not. Some jokes get no laughs. I do really like him though
By Trueblue1968 - 25 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
I want a president who can actually have moments of genuine levity and make fun of themselves at events like the WH
By applegrove - 2 hrs ago
I want a president who can actually have moments of genuine levity and make fun of themselves at events like the WH
By applegrove - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Ex-assistant may confirm motive to silence porn star, Playboy model
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
Ex-assistant may confirm motive to silence porn star, Playboy model
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
YOU GOTTA GET OUTA THIS RACE - Trafidlo & Caron - Parody Project
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
YOU GOTTA GET OUTA THIS RACE - Trafidlo & Caron - Parody Project
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about Trump and economic influence....
By TexasTowelie - 2 hrs ago
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about Trump and economic influence....
By TexasTowelie - 2 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
It was a matter of 'conscience': Authors speak out about their protest against PEN America - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
It was a matter of 'conscience': Authors speak out about their protest against PEN America - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
PEN America at odds with some of its members over stance on Gaza. CEO responds on 'Velshi' - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
PEN America at odds with some of its members over stance on Gaza. CEO responds on 'Velshi' - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Colin is kinda bombing is he not. Some jokes get no laughs. I do really like him though
By Trueblue1968 - 2 hrs ago
Colin is kinda bombing is he not. Some jokes get no laughs. I do really like him though
By Trueblue1968 - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
'so many "incredible" news sources here, and even CREDIBLE ones!'
By elleng - 2 hrs ago
'so many "incredible" news sources here, and even CREDIBLE ones!'
By elleng - 2 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
'People are being held accountable': Arizona Sec. of State discusses fake electors charges - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
'People are being held accountable': Arizona Sec. of State discusses fake electors charges - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Trump and allies draw up plan to erode Fed's independence, WSJ reports - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
Trump and allies draw up plan to erode Fed's independence, WSJ reports - Velshi - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Will Supreme Court buy absurd/dangerous absolute immunity claim?
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
Will Supreme Court buy absurd/dangerous absolute immunity claim?
By struggle4progress - 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Joe Biden up with his speech at the WH Correspondence Dinner.
By applegrove - 2 hrs ago
Joe Biden up with his speech at the WH Correspondence Dinner.
By applegrove - 2 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Post a song lyric from an obscure rock & roll band and see if anyone knows the band and/or the song w/o using Google
By red dog 1 - 150 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
Post a song lyric from an obscure rock & roll band and see if anyone knows the band and/or the song w/o using Google
By red dog 1 - 150 replies @ 2 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Strong United States as restored by President Joe Biden are weakening Trump, via exposing U.S. financial & military
By applegrove - 3 hrs ago
Strong United States as restored by President Joe Biden are weakening Trump, via exposing U.S. financial & military
By applegrove - 3 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: TV Chat
On this day, April 27, 2023, Jerry Springer died.On this day, April 27, 1972, David Lascher of Nickelodeon's "Hey Dude" was born.
"And I say it was murder!" On this day, April 27, 1922, Quincy, M.E. was born. I mean Jack Klugman.
Latest Breaking News
Chants of 'shame on you' greet guests arriving for the annual White House correspondents' dinner
4 hrs ago - AP
4 hrs ago - AP
Blinken to travel to Saudi Arabia amid stalled negotiations between Israel and Hamas
4 hrs ago - CNN Politics
4 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Jack Smith dismantles Trump valet's argument that he should face no charges for his 'surreptitious box movement'
5 hrs ago - Law & Crime
5 hrs ago - Law & Crime
ByteDance would rather close down TikTok in the US than sell it if it fails to fight potential US ban in court
6 hrs ago - Business Insider
6 hrs ago - Business Insider
Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as a planned Rafah offensive looms
6 hrs ago - NBC News/AP
6 hrs ago - NBC News/AP
United Methodists give early approval to measures that could pave new path on LGBTQ+ issues
7 hrs ago - USA Today
7 hrs ago - USA Today
Ships from Turkey with humanitarian aid for Gaza denied right to sail, flags removed
7 hrs ago - The Hill
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Moscow may seize private US assets in Russia if US seizes frozen reserves, says Putin ally
9 hrs ago - Reuters
9 hrs ago - Reuters
City Council calls for investigation of District Attorney Sandra Doorley
9 hrs ago - rochesterfirst.com
9 hrs ago - rochesterfirst.com
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim downing US Reaper drone, release footage showing wreckage of aircraft
9 hrs ago - ABC News/AP
9 hrs ago - ABC News/AP
Fire still burning after freight train derails on Arizona-New Mexico state line
12 hrs ago - CBS News/AP
12 hrs ago - CBS News/AP
A 'coat hanger' could unlock Mar-a-Lago storage room where Trump stored classified docs: Witness
12 hrs ago - abc news
12 hrs ago - abc news
Russian oil refineries and military airfield targeted in drone attack, as thermal energy plants are damaged in Ukraine
12 hrs ago - CNN World
12 hrs ago - CNN World
New federal rules give farmworkers more rights and protections
14 hrs ago - Yahoo! News/KTVU Oakland, CA
14 hrs ago - Yahoo! News/KTVU Oakland, CA
White House plans to limit Biden's graduation speeches as campuses erupt in protests
15 hrs ago - NBC News
15 hrs ago - NBC News
Cyberattack forces Georgia county to sever connection to state voter registration system
17 hrs ago - CNN Politics
17 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Giuliani tells bankruptcy judge successful appeal of 148M defamation judgment for slandering election workers will help
18 hrs ago - Law & Crime
18 hrs ago - Law & Crime
Secretary Buttigieg and Black mayors preview transportation projects designed to heal historic inequities
19 hrs ago - CNN Politics
19 hrs ago - CNN Politics
White House bolsters transgender health protections, rolls back Trump admin rule
19 hrs ago - The Hill
19 hrs ago - The Hill
Trump's lawyers try to discredit testimony of prosecution's first witness in hush money trial
Friday - AP
Friday - AP
Berkshire Hathaway's Real Estate Firm to Pay $250 Million to Settle Real Estate Commission Lawsuits
Friday - US News and World Report/AP
Friday - US News and World Report/AP
Cupcake-swiping Jan. 6 rioter blew off medical supply job to join Capitol raid, got fired: Feds
Friday - Law & Crime
Friday - Law & Crime
'Political arrest' of Palestinian academic in Israel marks new civil liberties threat
Friday - The Guardian (London)
Friday - The Guardian (London)
U.S. reviewing whether to restrict military aid to IDF unit accused of human rights abuses
Friday - NBC News
Friday - NBC News