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Archives: February 9, 2023

Sting sat on a piano

Reports: China shot down foreign spy balloon in 2019

Man Who Dropped Off Human Jaw Bone at Calif. Police Station and Walked Away Has Been Found

wed weather obs ( in ham radio we call it wx) for 2/8/23 @ 1600

I had a patient yesterday who was misdiagnosed with 'migraine' headaches.

Jamie Raskin drops the hammer on Republicans after Oversight hearing turns up 'absolutely nothing'

I happened to see the first few minutes of coverage of the SOTU on cbs, and

Bolsonaro is Living the American Dream: Retired in Florida and Posting on TikTok

Local Atlanta media major fail!

Ring discovered around dwarf planet Quaoar confounds theories

Scientists dissect the nuanced choreography of two top predators: humans and dolphins

Is it just me

How Can You Tell When Biden Gives A GREAT State of the Union Address?

Jamie Raskin just schooled Republicans on the First Amendment

Idaho Lawmaker Wants to Ban Teens From Getting Abortions in Other States Without Parental Consent

I'm getting a root canal done tomorrow. I'm afraid. I never had one. I don't know the specialist. Do

VA: Only Senate Democrats stand between Virginia women and abortion ban.

The SOTU was great--we need to give a lot of credit to Vinay Reddy

Sara Huckabee Sanders

Thank you all for the hearts..🥰😍😘

Anyone else seeing weird formatting shifts on DU this afternoon?

In Vitro Fertilization Is in Trouble As 3 States Try to Criminalize the Destruction of Embryos

Sarah Huckabee Sanders's strange 'woke' rant reveals a big GOP problem

The SCOTUS is not only legislating for the bench

Thank you for the hearts!

Scott doubles down on sunsetting all federal programs after Biden's jab

Swiss give 2,500-year-old stone sculpture back to Peru

Olbermann: Biden's Stunning SOTU Masterpiece

So when you have NOTHING you go back to Hunter Biden and Ivermectin...and you still got

Owners asked to pay $175,000 each toward Miami condo 40-year recertification

Massive, 1.2 million-year-old tool workshop in Ethiopia made by 'clever' group of unknown humans

I got home from another long day of doctors and labs

Dateline Puyallup: Sounds like shots fired and police sirens.

Rick Scott isn't helping his case on Social Security and Medicare

SOTU Viewership Slumps: The ratings for President Joe Biden's 2023 State of the Union address are in

Early voting for the Spring Primary has started

Ex-Twitter exec details 'homophobic and antisemitic' abuse over handling of Hunter Biden story

Dogs of the Wild

I'm thinking Twitter likely crashed

Freshman Democrat DISMANTLES "Open Border" Lies

The republican lack of respect and extreme hatred for President Biden is depressing

Anyone still bestowing ❤️s ?

Leucistic Carolina Wren

72 percent of viewers had positive reaction to Biden speech: CNN flash poll

A secret Russian satellite has broken apart in orbit, creating a cloud of debris that could last a c

Soooo, Tommy Lee is trending on Twitter.

Sarah Sanders roasted by hometown paper for 'word salad' SOTU response

The dangers of being a black worker

Getting to the Root of Blue Carbon Storage in Belize's Mangroves

Post a pic of your pet and I will give you a heart. (Limit of 12)

It's Possible 270,000 Russians Have Been Killed Or Wounded In Ukraine

He Paid $1 Million For Destroying Wetlands. Now He's Fighting Clean Water Rules In Congress.

Democrats unveil new plan to reduce taxes on retirement income

Don't Sleep in the Subway Darlin'

Mississippi Republicans pass bill to create separate, unelected court in majority-Black city

Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about more news out of Memphis....

'The Peruvian right never accepted my victory,' Castillo says in a prison interview

DU scientists/astronomers: Would someone pls expound on how...

Kris kobach

'The white trash in the Republican Party is just staggering': Southern Dem strategist on 'rude' GOP

Boebert Loses It On Ex-Twitter Employees During Hearing: 'Who The Hell Do You Think You Are!?'

Twitter Kept Entire 'Database' of Republican Requests to Censor Posts

Something just struck me about the Rick Scott sunset proposal

It's amazing LBJ. Lebron....has had fame since High School

France minister visits Brazil's Lula amid push for better ties post-Bolsonaro

Washington state Senate passes bill to repeal advisory votes

FROM BRAZIL TO PERU, THE FAR RIGHT IS ON THE MOVE IN LATIN AMERICA

Mike Luckovich-MTG and the need to wear masks

Just finished phone banking to reach WI voters

Alsobrooks will be the Democratic nominee for the 2024 MD US Senate Election if Cardin retires.

Republicans Are Angry at Joe Biden for Accurately Describing Plan to Sunset Social Security

Katie Porter today: "free-for-all hellscape"

Indict Trump? Prosecutor who built NY case pressed on MSNBC - The Beat - MSNBC

I'm thankful finally,

Legendary Cuban American performer Celia Cruz to appear on US quarter

Police arrest Tacoma man for making improvised explosives

Mandatory Wednesday Mike Malloy thread!

Thank you for the hearts! I have to post more music now.

I Talked to a Trump Supporter Who Believes THIS! - Luke Beasley

Church Of Satan Says Sam Smith & Kim Petras' 'Unholy' Performance Was More 'Meh' Than Satanic

George Santos humiliated by fed up member of his own party (Mitt Romney) - Brian Tyler Cohen

Thank You!!!

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Julian Bream plays Villa-Lobos 'Prelude 5'

The Republican response to the SOTU mention of their intent to flush Social Security and Medicare

Karine Jean-Pierre says Sarah Huckabee Sanders pushes 'fake conspiracies'

08 Feb: Russians Throw Human Waves of Newly Mobilized Men - Reporting from Ukraine

Raskin interrupts Republican obsessing about Hunter Biden to talk about issues that actually matter

Gratitude for your generosity thanks for all the hearts.🥰🥰🥰

DOJ makes SHOCKING Move on Trump Stolen Documents - Meidas Touch

Abortion-rights activist, body-shamed by Matt Gaetz confronted him at SOTU, thanked him for helping

Sarah Sanders roasted by hometown paper for 'word salad' SOTU response

Walton's 'Viola Concerto' - 3 Movements, Helen Callus on viola

Never grab hold of a skillet that just came out of a

Jamie Raskin on why Trump charges are 'almost inevitable'

New member of the herd!

Romney-Santos Confrontation Reflects a Broader Clash Within the G.O.P.

Will the McGonigal-Trump-Russia connections have to wait until Dems are back in control?

Michael Cohen meets with Manhattan D.A. for 15th time - MSNBC Reports

2 US Army veterans deported to Mexico win US citizenship

Is this happening to anyone else?

Famed Portland goats let loose in protest of homeless sweep

Things I would like to witness

My read posts are showing up as unread.

Trump ex-lawyer Cohen meets again with New York prosecutors

Michael Cohen: NY DA 'believes there is a case to be made' against Trump - Deadline - MSNBC

Badfinger - Day After Day

James O'Keefe put on paid leave by Project Veritas. MAGAts are furious.

Crosby, Stills & Nash - Southern Cross

DeSantis leads Trump for 2024 GOP nod -- but not if Haley and others split the vote

Neil Young - Cinnamon Girl

The Daily Show; "You ought to be embarrassed"

Officers suspended in case of woman, daughter found dead hours after police call

The google doodle today honours Cacsmy Brutus, Mama Cax, Haitian American

Former New York Prosecutor REVEALS PATH to CRIMINALLY INDICTING Trump - Meidas Touch

In new role, Sanders demands answers from Starbucks' Schultz

Some lives are aclaimed movies, works of art - others/same, not

We have been wandering since the new year - Russian soldiers in a video - Break the Fake - TVP World

Mountaineer, Kilimanjaro Sketch: Monty Python

'Strong indications' Putin involved in downing of Malaysia Airlines jet that killed 298, probe finds

Twitter executives testify at congressional hearing; make Jordan, MTG and others look foolish

12-year-old girl sues off-duty Kenosha officer, school district & city arguing her rights were viola

New RW media lie is spreading. Biden IRS going after waitress' tips.

SOTU. Something in my eye

Josh Hawley Booted Off Armed Services Committee

Thank you for the heart

Donald Trump Built a National Debt So Big,... That It'll Weigh Down the Economy for Years

Thank you for the hearts!

Gaetz appointed to "government weaponization" committee - MSNBC Reports

TN House Speaker mulls rejecting federal education funds

Catholic High School vows to discipline students involved in blackface video posted on social media

Careers Advice - Lion Tamer Accountant - Monty Python

White representatives vote to create white-appointed court system for Blackest city in America

Biden brought some light reading to Wisconsin.

'As bad as it gets without body bags.'

What is happening with formatting?

Cozy Winter Coffee Jazz for Relaxing, Working, Studying

Bill would ban the teaching of scientific theories in Montana schools

Exclusive: The FBI's McGonigal labyrinth

Hey, thanks for the heart!

Religious Nutjob's Answer To Simple Question Is Truly DISTURBING

Hunter Biden's legal team asks Bannon, Stone, Giuliani others to preserve evidence for future lawsui

Republicans held a hearing to prove Twitter's bias against them. It backfired in spectacular fashion

Dear Representative Raskin. Leave the bandana home.

Nevada bill would protect out-of-staters seeking abortions

Info on new MLB rules

Biden touts his version of 'America First' in State of the Union - All In - MSNBC

Sumbuddies give me hearts. Y'all done my heart well. I L💙VE YOU!

Is "Dark Brandon" anything more than a meme? As a liberal, a Democrat, and a

Hey! Somebody got me a heart!!

President Biden WON the 2024 Presidential Election LAST NIGHT..! (with CNN flashpoll)

Black Sabbath -- Am I going insane + The Writ

McCarthy brings in record haul at first fundraiser since becoming Speaker

Yes, Republicans have called for cuts to Social Security and Medicare - All In - MSNBC

Brazil pushes illegal miners out of Yanomami territory

Fabuloso recall

Does anyone have the MTG Howler Monkey separated at birth meme handy?

Jeff Beck - Sleepwalk (Live)

Police body cam footage of the killing of environmental activist at Cop City has been released.

I now have four 💕 💕 and am loving the

Chelsea Handler (2nd Day Hosting The Daily Show): Tucker Carlson Edition

Thanks for the heart!

From the bottom

Come and get it doggy...I dare ya.

I have two hearts now!

5 arrested after brutal attack on a black schoolgirl by a gang of whites in Surrey, England

Ms Frazzled speaks to MTG like the child she is

Thank you for the heart!

Khashoggi's wife asks U.S., U.N. for help to recover devices from Turkey - MSNBC Reports

Oh my, thank you for my heart!

General Pavel - New Czech Head of State - Eastern Express - TVP World

Fetterman will be hospitalized overnight, per his office, after feeling light-headed.

I feel so special and loved.

Colorado's newest representatives were at SOTU.

When I give a valentine heart I give 3.

'Hard to think he could've been more effective': Historian praises Biden's SOTU speech - The ReidOut

Suffering depression? Ask yourself these 2 questions...

Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow responds to Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Amid slew of anti-abortion bills, lawmakers fight to enshrine reproductive rights in Virginia consti

Are we watching Twitter in its dying stages?

Why retired maj. general believes Russia is getting 'routinely smashed' by Ukraine - CNN

Rep. Crockett: GOP fixated on 'hurt feelings not actual harm' at House Oversight Twitter hearing

KY-SD19: Meet the Democrat looking to replace Morgan McGarvey in the Kentucky Senate

Was Bernie Sanders the only one wearing a mask at the SOTU?

Crosby, Stills and Nash - Suite: Judy Blues Eyes (live in 2012)

Lawrence: Chrissy Teigen's description of Trump was heard in a House hearing today

The Turtles - Elenore (live on the Kraft Music Hall)

The Turtles - She's My Girl

The Lovin' Spoonful - Do You Believe In Magic

Seth Meyers: Greene Melts Down and GOP Gets Caught Lying During Biden's State of the Union: A Closer Look

The Statler Brothers - Flowers On the Wall

The Hollies - Carrie Anne

The Merry-Go-Round -- Live (featuring Emitt Rhodes)

Chris Hayes: LeBron's mental fortitude is just as remarkable as his game - All In - MSNBC

Senator John Fetterman rushed to hospital

I am so blessed. Thank you for my latest heart!

Bill would ban the teaching of scientific theories in Montana schools

Walk-in GARDEN tub that you can recline in? Is there such a thing?

DOJ is... now moving to transfer Texas's challenge to a new DOL rule re: pension trust assets

Dewey Phillips on WHBQ in Memphis

Trump THREATENS GOP by PRAISING Biden in SHOCKING statement - Meidas Touch

Ritchie Valens - Come On, Let's Go

OMG - I got a heart(s)! Thanks, Anonymous DUers!

The Trashmen - Surfin' Biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiird

Lawrence O'Donnell: Chrissy Teigen's description of Trump was heard in a House hearing today

Marty McFly - Earth Angel/Johnny B. Goode (from Back to the Future)

Elvis Presley - Mean Woman Blues

Rep. Connolly: Biden 'clever' to box in GOP on entitlements during SOTU - The Last Word - MSNBC

Five Voting Laws Needed To Protect Democracy - By Marc Elias, elections lawyer extraordinaire

Monster Memphis Cop Texted Trophy Photos Of Tyre Nichols's Battered Body (Wonkette)

James O'Keefe Is on Paid Leave From Project Veritas

More claims against the SCORPION Unit could impact the City of Memphis, MPD, and past investigations

NYT's Jamelle Bouie: 'American democracy isn't very democratic' - The Last Word - MSNBC

The Lincoln Project-REMINDER: The GOP controls the House and MAGA controls the GOP.

The Lincoln Project-REMINDER: The GOP controls the House and MAGA controls the GOP.

Thank you so much for the heart.

Lawrence O'Donnell for the win!

Proposal Would Reward Cities That Take Cops Out of Traffic Stops

My heart leaps with joy when I receive a heart in DU. Thank you!

SpaceX curbed Ukraine's use of Starlink internet for drones -company president

Jim Jordan who RAN FROM Subpoenas Now Subpoenas DOJ - Talking Feds

What the Republican SOTU response would have been like...

After taunting GOP on Social Security, Biden hits the road with receipts - Alex Wagner - MSNBC

Republican sabotages her own party to insist on election fraud claims - Alex Wagner - MSNBC

Wow.. thanks for the hearts

'Pride is patriotic': Gov. Wes Moore talks civic pride, Joe Biden, and impactful policy - Alex Wagner

Rittenhouse Wrongful Death Suit Moves Forward - Raw News And Politics

ChatGPT tailoring answers to include Advertising.

Relaxing Wintertime Coffee Instrumental Jazz Music

At least 3 U.S. citizens killed in Turkey earthquake, search for survivors continues - Alex Wagner

Kremlin propaganda targets Latvia's Russian-speaking minority - DW News

Romney says George Santos 'shouldn't be in Congress' - Washington Post

Former Twitter executives face GOP grilling - The 11th Hour - MSNBC

Gay teacher is FIRED from Catholic school after colleagues found photo of her kissing her girlfriend

Biden takes SOTU message on the road - The 11th Hour - MSNBC

San Diego scientists identify new fish species 6,000 feet under the sea

The deadliest earthquake in a decade - The 11th Hour - MSNBC

The issue of the Sunset rule for social security from the GOBers?

Thanks for the heart!

Breakfast Thursday 9, February 2023

Katie Porter FLIPS Republican Attack On Its Head - TYT Investigates

WORDLE 600 (2/9) ***SPOILER THREAD***

North Dakota mom investigated by cops for this short video: kids from car to store, no coats/shoes

It doesn't look like the Twitter bias hearings are going well for the MAGAs.

Neanderthals Dined on Crab 90,000 Years Ago

Seven-Foot Sword Unearthed From 1,600-Year-Old Burial Mound in Japan

Largest penguin ever discovered weighed a whopping 340 pounds, fossils reveal

Massive, 1.2 million-year-old tool workshop in Ethiopia made by 'clever' group of unknown human rela

Empathy

On the MSN website linked to that mother who put her children in a shopping card in frigid weather

White-Appointed Capitol Courts in Jackson A Step Closer After Mississippi House Approval

In 1946, a Black Pilot Returned to the Cockpit After a Double Amputation

Vice President Kamala Harris talks climate change, economy during roundtable discussion at Ga. Tec

Pennsylvania toddler needs firefighters help to get angel food cake pan from around her neck

Me and you and a dog named Boo - Lobo

Shell Directors Are Sued Over Action on Climate

white man at gas station, tells black man how black people are "a problem in this country"

Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after feeling lightheaded

▶️ Smokie the Great Grey Owl Chattering

On February 8, 1994, Raymond Scott died.

President Joe Biden takes his economic message to union workers at a DeForest training center durin

Humble Pie - 30 Days In The Hole

On this day, February 9, 1974, ABBA won Melodifestivalen 1974.

10cc - Dreadlock Holiday (Live)

James O'Keefe 'Outright Cruel' to Project Veritas Employees, Internal Memo Alleges

The Alan Parsons Project - Eye In The Sky

Tired of winter? I always loved this song

Everything I Own - Bread

On February 8, 1968, "Planet of the Apes" was released.

Greene Melts Down and GOP Gets Caught Lying During Biden's State of the Union: A Closer Look

$200 Billion In Big Oil Profits In 1 Yr; Buybacks & Dividends Boosted, Carbon Targets Cut

A thing of beauty. Biden using the extremists own words to tear them to pieces.

Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after feeling lightheaded

The Villages Vendetta: DeSantis shady stuff involving the Villages, he is a mobster.

Lawrence: Chrissy Teigen's description of Trump was heard in a House hearing today

California Police to Crack Down on Poppy Superbloom Tourists, Influencers

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One thing about watching some clips of Republicans on the committee

I'm going to have to pass a drug test before they will renew my Ativan prescription.

In Case You Were Wondering, It Was All Bullshit: "Energy Transition", "Carbon Cuts", "Sustainable"

Wildfires burning in Chile are among the deadliest in country's record

I have sex daily

In Its Push for an Intelligence Edge, China's Military Turned to Balloons

Driver plows bus into Canadian day care, killing 2 children

The Republican platform: Shrinking your base in order to fire up your base.

Jamie Raskin Knocks Down Every Single Republican Talking Point - TYT Investigates

2022's Canceled AK Snow Crab Harvest Will Not Be Last Such; "Borealization" Shifting Habitat

Christopher Miller please

Majorie Taylor Greene Labeled 'Tonya Harding in a Fur Coat' by MSNBC Analyst

Mikaela Shiffrin claims the silver medal in super-G at the world championships in France.

Morning Joe needs a "Talking Stick"

Got invited to a Superb Owl party this weekend...

MAGA Twitter Hearing BACKFIRES and HUMILATES Them All - Meidas Touch

Thursday TOONs - The Howler

Nikki Haley presidential run would sink DeSantis and hand Trump victory - poll

Who is this Trump insurrectionist military apologist on Morning Joe? He is a disgrace

Thank you for the hearts!!

On this day, February 9, 1909, Carmen Miranda was born.

On February 8, 1928, Jack Larson was born.

a good weekend to find the comet

Any Python programmers here?

I've recently seen where the hoary old trope of Social Security not paying for itself.....

FiveThirtyEight Republican Primary Presidential Poll Aggregates

If someone scrubs his/her/their name from the Internet,

Fetterman in hospital overnight for light headedness. No sign of a stroke.

On this day, February 9, 1941, Sheila Kuehl was born.

Thank you for the Hearts!

Thank you for the heart. It's gloomy and cold here today. Hearts make me smile.

Missouri votes against banning children from carrying guns in public

Ernest Tubb was born on this date.

Standing Hooded Merganser - Central Park, NYC

Carole King has a birthday today.

The Rundown: February 9, 2023

More migrants are crossing the northern border into the U.S. as Mexicans fly to Canada

Thank you so much for my hearts, they mean more than you know.

This Week in Shonen Jump: Week of 2/5/23

Art of the Week: Week of 02/08/23

Lee Moder, Co-Creator of Stargirl, Dead at 53

The Webcomics Weekly #219: Dungeon & Dragons, Not Kitchens & Killings (2/7/2023 Edition)

Comics Should Be Cheap (2/8/23)

If one Florida public school library book is "challenged" it can cost thousand$.

Governor Whitmer proposes free lunch, breakfast for all students in new budget

Record High in U.S. Put Off Medical Care Due to Cost in 2022

Record High in U.S. Put Off Medical Care Due to Cost in 2022

Barry Mann was born on this date.

Funniest Animals Video 2023 - Best Dog Videos Ever (Pets Island)

Joe Ely has a birthday today.

GOP boos fool no one: Everyone knows Republicans want to slash Social Security and Medicare

Many thanks for the lovely hearts

After Four Yrs And Plenty Of PR, Industry-Backed Plastic Waste Campaign Hits 0.2% Of Its Target

Republican identity politics: Authoritarianism -- not individualism -- is central to GOP

If one Florida public school library book is "challenged" for CRT...

Student seating in grade seven was in alphabetical order, except the front row. Mr. Baylor,

US Jobless Claims Pick Up for the First Time in Six Weeks

Republican Leaders Might Not Be Trying to Kill Social Security and Medicare. But Their Judges Are.

Thank you!

Vermont's BHM Series #9

Another heart!

Isaac Hayes - Light My Fire

Quick question

Austin police arrest Texas senator on DWI charge, records show

The Obese Orange Degenerate still wants to persecute Trans folk. Jimmy Kimmel

Oh no! Pink Floyd is a russian stooge

Essex

Henry Ford Health plans 'transformational' $2.5B hospital, developments with Pistons, MSU

Anyone here been playing with CHATGPT

Heart Shape Face 🤍

Thank you again, I am flattered. ☺️.

***February Photo Contest: Preliminary Thread #3***

***February Photo Contest: Preliminary Thread #2***

"The campaign"

***February Photo Contest: Preliminary Thread #1***

FACT SHEET: Congressional Republicans' Many Proposals to Cut Social Security and Medicare...

Russian Economy Collapses to Worst Deficit in Russian History as Revenues Crash & Costs Soar in Jan

School leaders cautiously optimistic about landmark Pa. school funding ruling

When it comes to the J6 attack, I still believe this with all my heart and soul.

How is the hurricane recovery going in Florida? DeSantis using his power for good?

With clear air, residents evacuated after East Palestine train derailment allowed to return home

Sen. Casey Seeking USDA Funding For Bird Flu Help

County Democratic committee responds to Worthington billboard

February Photo Contest Preliminaries

Two more hearts!

February photo preliminaries are up in GD

Malcom Nance Pops the GOP Balloon Freakout once and for all.

White House says blog post on Nord Stream explosion 'utterly false'

Question: Is Santos being invited to the orgies?

Chinese Balloon Had Tools to Collect Communications Signals, U.S. Says

Nat King Cole & George Shearing - Let There Be Love

Florida man angry over baggage fees accused of making bomb threat at Orlando airport

Question for those that create cannabis tincture...

Don't get dizzy reading Mike Lee's ridiculous response ...

Thank you very much for the heart, anonymous DU member! Your heart warmed my heart!

The world's oldest mouse? Meet Pat, who now has a place in the Guinness World Records

A journalist was arrested at a Gov DeWine press conference yesterday

Politico: Manchin 'raising hell' over White House handling of marquee Dem bill

Politico: The push to have Nikki Fried lead Florida Democrats

Campaign donors love a winner, dump Michigan GOP for Democrats after election

"It's a War On Sex--not just on women who are sexual, but on all people who are sexual."

Activist investor Nelson Peltz declares Disney proxy fight is over after Iger unveils restructuring

Arkansas would be mud roads and paper shacks if it followed Republican policies.

Connie Francis - Passione

Zelenskyy seeks to place Ukraine at home in the EU

Emily's List jumps into Wisconsin Supreme Court election with endorsement of liberal judge

90% Collapse In Profits, Chinese Economy & Banking Sector Concerns[ US-China - China Update

Politico: The GOP Is Starting to Plot Against Donald Trump

Politico: Biden's potential lifeline for Florida Democrats

From the bottom of my heart,

Sierra Hull - Walk On Boy (Doc Watson Cover)

Alexander Bolton of The Hill trying to equate Biden's 1975 legislation the same as Rick Scott's.

Charles P. Pierce: "He took on hecklers like a veteran of a Catskills resort."

Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about science in Montana....

Burt Bacharach, legendary composer of pop songs, dies at 94

Damn - This Bird Flu looks serious

Tennessee House speaker mulls rejecting US education money

Do You Know Who First Placed The Resolute Desk In The Oval Office?

MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE - A Randy Rainbow Song Parody

What is a 'Just War'?

Outrage

PA: Here are the candidates running to run Allegheny County

We still use U-2 spy planes? Spy ballon info from the State Dept.

Pic Of The Moment: I Remain Unconvinced

"Trump is just this thing that hangs around your neck"

A wee bit of dis and dat

RIP Burt Bacharach

Some "bad mood" haikus---

Thank you, Thank you Again!

AZ-SEN: Kari Lake Chats With COVID Denialists About Her Senate Bid

Google shares lose $100 billion after company's AI chatbot makes an error during demo

Nicaragua Frees Hundreds of Political Prisoners to the United States

Banks Co. Elementary school principal Dr. Dana Simmons and PE teacher Dylan Charles have been fired.

Across the Desk - S7:E4 (Dem. Files Bill To Ban Church Camps As Cesspools of Child Sex Exploitation

Who wore it better?

Humpback whales are protectors #comics

WSJ News Exclusive: Parts of This $16.9 Million Florida Home Were Salvaged From a New York City...

In case you ever wondered - The REAL reason for the codpiece

"Lobby Hobby"

I'm surprised with all this linking of FBI agent CHARLES MCGONIGAL to Russian oligarch

I thought John Fetterman released his medical records during the campaign. This AP article

Tweet of the Day

Across the Desk - S7:E4 (Dem. Files Bill To Ban Church Camps As Cesspools of Child Sex Exploitation

Obituary: Blind engineer John J. Boyer developed software for people with visual disabilities

Thanks so much for the hearts!

What Is Electrochemistry, and Why Is It So Important to a Green-Energy Future?

Fury in Ukraine as Elon Musk's SpaceX limits Starlink use for drones

Thank you

Thank you so much for the hearts!

Foster Dog Gives Birth In Middle Of Texas Snowstorms

SpaceX curbed Ukraine's use of Starlink internet for drones -company president

New COVID Antiviral Cuts Hospitalizations in Half

Citrons et Huitres oyster bar in Paris creates impression of "diving into an aquarium"

ChatGPT-aided Bing makes mistakes, lies to excuse them, and is a serious threat to websites

FBI paid violent felon to undermine racial justice movement in Denver,

That dreaded "Ring Around The Collar"!

⚘ Walk on By - Dianne Warwick - By Burt Bacharach, Hal David

▶️ Tawny Owl Mum Bonnie Shows Her Chicks The World

Lawmakers to Give DeSantis New Power over Disney

Farm2tables 2/11/23

"For all we know, James Comer likes to murder puppies and then eat them."

For the people shaming Biden for "allowing" a spy balloon to pass over....

IDIN Architects uses glass and mirrors to blend Bangkok cafe into garden site

Regarding notifications.

U.S. exposes China's sprawling balloon surveillance program

Jeff Tiedrich: "black history *is* American history. full stop."

Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (February 9, 2023)

Thank you for the ❤️!!

Defense officials defend response to Chinese spy balloon in tense Senate hearing

Help!

How dangerous is AI? Regulate it before it's too late

Sign the Card: Welcome WNBPA!

Orange County More Than Doubles Investment in Helping People Transition Out of Jail

Dionne Warwick - Do You Know the Way to San Jose

What Does 'Lots of Luck in Your Senior Year' Actually Mean? An Investigation

Sean Patrick Maloney pushed for Labor Secretary

I'm ready for my closeup, Mr. DeMille:

💓 What the World Needs Now is Love - Jackie DeShannon - Composer Burt Bacharach, RIP

Don't Mess with Women

Rep. Comer (R-KY) gets philosophical on facts/misinformation

Why is there more than one version of Sojourner Truth's famous 1851, "Ain't I a Woman" speech?

Surprise legal update signals bad news for Donald Trump - Brian Tyler Cohen

I know it's supposed to be about a "business decision" not personal and not political. However,

Back in the day:

If the NFL wants to reduce concussions...

I ordered a 6 pk of Plan B

North Korean General torn apart passing thru metal detector

Pa. House Speaker Mark Rozzi says he'll 'reassess' his speakership after passing bills

AI is eating itself: Bing's AI quotes COVID disinfo sourced from ChatGPT (TechCrunch)

Husky snow zoomies:

Ex-president Caldern denies claim he ordered support for El Chapo

lunatic andy biggs skips balloon briefing so he could go on fox news

Netflix and chill:

Pema Studio designs home in Portugal as "a dense and closed fortress"

Allow me to show you the dance of my people:

2nd councilperson from N.J. shot to death within a week

Julia Child's Lemon Souffle Pie Recipe

12 Days Until The Virginia Special Election! How You Can Help! And More Info

On the China balloon and other sensitive matters I get really nervous about the GOP on the

I love Arbys Horsey Sauce.

Rescue piglet finds a friend in a rescue dog

Top U.S. & World Headlines -- February 9, 2023

The epitome of the con man gloat

THEY (GOP) said they were going to go after the ACA (Obamacare) and they did!

Hula hoop--animals vs. people:

NBC and MSNBC Staffers Walk Off the Job to Protest Layoffs

This cat!

After Special Council Jack Smith indicts Тяцмp for his Plan A

Loquat tea

News of a fuss from Postal Board members fed up with DeJoy

Syrian Doctor Warns War-Torn NW Syria Faces Humanitarian Catastrophe as Earthquakes Kill 19,000+

Confused Kari Lake Says Its 'Probably True' That A CIA Coup Cost Her Arizona Election - Ring of Fire

We're Not Being Cruel, President Biden. Just Careful.

The Texas Fascist Caucus Lays Out Their Legislative Priorities

'Traumatic And Heartbreaking:' Beloved South African White Rhinos Bonnie And Clyde Killed By Poacher

House member has a few choice words for fellow GOP at roast - Morning Joe - MSNBC

Six North Texans have been named Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars

"Continuous Insanity": Syrian Dissident Yassin al-Haj Saleh on 12 Years of War & Earthquake Relief

Roger Waters addresses U.N. Security Council at Russia's invitation

Shadow frog:

Ukraine needs more weapons, says NATO secretary general - Morning Joe

Heard on msnbc while driving: new daytime show lineup?

Disney Plans to Cut 7,000 Jobs and Reward Shareholders

Link to Weaponization of Government livestream

'Terrifying' appeals court ruling says alleged domestic abusers have a constitutional right to keep

Tern Chick, Long Island, NY

Reporter arrested during news event on Ohio train derailment

Twitter links not showing content.. only links?

Day of Hate planned for 2/25

Banned by Putin: Editor at Russian Outlet Meduza on Censorship & Ending Ukraine War

I gave a heart to everyone who posted in my thread where I was whining about my foot.

Capitol building's top manager prompts fury with admission he avoided Hill on Jan. 6

Amazing how dollar store dog toys last, Boys and I were discussing.

Very cool--How the Terminator was created:

Russia begins major offensive in eastern Ukraine, Luhansk governor claims

Americans are consuming less gas than before the pandemic.

"Don't tutch the 'but'!" (Does anyone still have that image saved?)

To understand who is in charge of the present Republican Party....

Speaking of Johnny, er Tommy, er Johnny!

The Most Vegan-Friendly Cities Across the U.S.

This made me giggle:

Bettye LaVette - It Don't Come Easy (Live 2014)

One of the best songs ever written. With lyrics.

Toddler takes care of her injured dad:

Elon Musk Blocking Ukraine From Using His Satellites.

If Trump runs for the White House in 2024 and wins...

Black History Month 2023 Jeopardy! Week 2

How the Case of Arrested FBI Agent Charles McGonigal Is Tied to a Russia-Linked Influence Effort

Rep. Angie Craig assaulted in DC apartment building

What happened to Brianna Keillor on CNN?

Nope. Nope. No. Unh-unh. Wouldn't be prudent.

I believe all these MAGA hearings in the House are now designed to deflect attention from McGonigal.

Christian Nationalism keeps popping up; It's based on faulty history and theology

POTUS had fun working the crowd after SOTU

Putin Will Be Enraged: 178 Leopard 1 Tanks Headed to Ukraine to Fight Russia

Who Is @Catturd2, the Sh-tposting King of MAGA Twitter?

Vallas doesn't make the grade with Indivisible

I'm a bit slow, but now I realize why there's so much resistance to raising the cap on SS

Thank You to

Turkey-Syria earthquake: death toll passes 20,000 as rescue efforts enter fourth night

Bang Bang Boebert's SOTU Tweet blows up in her face

Thank you, thank you Anonymous DUer for my heart!

Has anyone ever bought or sold a car with Carvana? How do they compare with CarMax? n/t

Ex-Trump official squirms when Morning Joe hosts corner him on Jan. 6 insurrection

700 pounds of acorns found in the wall of a California home

Laundry pup:

Dog is flummoxed by his human's exercise routine:

James Carville: Biden set a trap and the GOP walked right into it - Morning Joe - MSNBC

2nd tweet: how this Bulldog uses his muscular chest:

Titles of future movies about Trump.

Sununu creates national political committee amid 2024 speculation

Former George W. Bush chief campaign strategist brands Marjorie Taylor Greene 'Tonya Harding in a

FACT SHEET: Congressional Republicans' Many Proposals to Cut Social Security and Medicare

Another New Jersey City Council Member Shot Dead

This looks to be very cool, but I am too deaf to hear what the bird says:

Since this is Black History month

Mike Pence Launches Ads in Iowa

Dem governors pledge to protect abortion as neighbors add restrictions

U.S. Postal Board of Governors meets today -- email address here

House passes resolutions to block DC voting, criminal code changes

GOP fundraiser unloads on Trump: 'A metastasizing cancer' who will 'destroy the party'

Guys, if anyone asks, we found him like this, OK?:

Home - Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Ranking the VA State Senate Primaries So Far, From Very Interesting to Not at All

Biden is enjoying himself inFlorida- watching on M$NBC n/t

Late Night Closures Planned For Northbound I-5 In Seattle

Have you seen this dog?

Why are Republicans such dicks? Here's James Carville's answer.

This Is What Happened When the Authorities Put Trump Under a Microscope

Lawmakers seek to ban some utility shutoffs during extreme heat

President of Ireland's dog steals the show:

Ron DeSantis is weaponizing partisan media -- and weakening independent sources of news

Biden SOTU tour brought receipts

Expulsion Resolution to Be Introduced Against Santos

Hummingbird & Crocosmia (Montbretia)

Shootin' Down Balloons - a History

Putin Sidelines Wagner by Taking Over Convict Recruitment

U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona highlights student mental health in Nebraska visit

Unexploded Civil War-era device found in Gettysburg National Military Park

Run this again Dems - the Paul Ryan version

Breathtaking Eagle POV Flying Over The Alps in 4K

THANK YOU again for my hearts!

NJ Gov. Murphy signs bill increasing minimum SNAP benefits in New Jersey

U.S. Aid Convoy Enters Syria

The GOP Pushes Anti-Black Agenda in the States

Here's the Novel Richard Wright Wasn't Allowed to Publish

Here's the Novel Richard Wright Wasn't Allowed to Publish

Bonus Tweet of the Day

Elian Gonzalez nearly became an American. Now, he's poised to become a Cuban lawmaker

Pres. Biden: 'If cutting Social Security and Medicare is your dream, I'm your nightmare.'

Anyone else following the Proud Boys trial and notice that the PB Tarrio

Capacitor question

McGonigal Spy Scandal: More names to follow

Will the U-2 spy plane get anti-balloon missiles?

Dried chiles

It's wrong to report; "majority of Retrumplicans do not support cuts to Social Security and Medicare

Two girls camping on a rainy island / Liquor & braised ribs with the sound of the rain

Thousands of kids are missing from school. Where did they go?

One state looks to get kids in crisis out of the ER -- and back home

One state looks to get kids in crisis out of the ER -- and back home

Man who carried a Confederate flag in the Capitol on Jan. 6 is sentenced to 3 years

Florida cuts 'humiliating' questions about school athletes' menstrual histories

Gun lobbyist causes controversy over suggestion to delete incidents involving Black kids from stats

THANKS for Hearts, guys!

Hearing Goes Off The Rails As Marjorie Taylor Greene Accuses Twitter Of 'Violating' Her - RoF

Trump Brings Back Jason Miller

Valentine ❤️

What Readers Hate Most in Books

Thanks for the heart 😍😍😘

Florida Officials Detail Repeated Contact With College Board Over African American Studies

CSPAN rivals Comedy Central

"They couldn't pass gas." James Carville. Anybody remember what his reference was today on MJ?

Thank you for my hearts-they mean a LOT

Originalism Is Going to Get Women Killed

US House unanimously condemns Chinese balloon...

'No more skewed history': why Black families homeschooling grew fivefold

Another thank you ♥️🐤

Run Kids! (MTG meme)

Biden: Repubs dream is to cut social security & medicare-"if that's your dream, I'm your nightmare."

Man who carried a Confederate flag in the Capitol on Jan. 6 is sentenced to 3 years

The Beau Brummels - Laugh Laugh

Florida Officials Detail Repeated Contact With College Board Over African American Studies

Cartoons 2/9/2023

Republican-Led Hearing Backfires Spectacularly - The Rational National

Ga. Senate Republicans propose limits on medical treatments for transgender children

Overnight lane closures set for I-5 north in Everett

Sarah says people are going to leave California for State that is dependent on California to survive

Spaghetti Grilled Cheese

Mountlake Terrace eyes April ballot for fire, EMS annexation vote

Man who carried a Confederate flag in the Capitol on Jan. 6 is sentenced to 3 years

Spaghetti Grilled Cheese

1963 - my fav songs. Lesley Gore, Beach Boys, Paul & Paula - 4 seasons and more!!!!

*TCM tonight

The adults in the room were in Jill Biden's balcony box

Democratic Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota assaulted in D.C. apartment building

Raskin proves that Republicans planned to weaponize Hunter's laptop to help Trump win in 2024.

Don't believe GOP line; they want Social Security cuts

NBC and MSNBC Staffers Walk Off the Job to Protest Layoffs

AP source: Brooklyn Nets trading Kevin Durant to Suns

Angie Craig was assaulted in her DC apartment building!

Whoa! Santos was passing bad checks too?

Elon Musk fires a top Twitter engineer over his declining view count

Focused on 2024, Biden sees opportunity in GOP-held Florida

Elon Musk Fires Twitter Engineer Over Declining Views

Tyre Nichols documents: Officer never explained stop to him

Ukraine's Zelenskyy makes emotional appeal for EU membership

A new poll gives us insight into a troubling anti-American movement

George Santos Charged with Theft in 2017

Heard This One Today

GOP Gov. Chris Sununu jokes that Marjorie Taylor Greene's 'fur thing' at the State of the Union made

Lawyer dies after his hidden gun goes off during MRI scan

MAGA Federal Judge set to make MOST DISTURBING Ruling - MeidasTouch

U.N. Experts Alarmed by China's Treatment of 1 Million Tibetan Children

These heat maps show the dramatic change in the movements of oligarchs' superyachts since Russia inv

Stray Cat Sneaks Onto a Doorstep To Adopt a Family Who Lives There

Rootcanal done and over with. The worst part was the shot in the roof of my mouth. Was shown the

Students walk out after told to limit Black History program..God give me Strength!!

China weighs in on the war in Ukraine, pushing Europe to stop trying to get Kyiv a 'complete victory

Woohoo! I just got a wonderful new job!

Biden administration braces for ruling that could ban abortion pills

Did anyone bring up McGonigal at the "weaponization of government" charade today? nt

Black students are less likely to attain college degrees because of discrimination and external resp

Friends say Omaha trans woman was 'left for dead' after attack

Experts defend diversity efforts after political attacks: 'This is about leveling the playing field'

Around sunset 2/7 southern MD.

Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about a US China gap and a triad....

Suddenly Fanni Willis is very quiet.

It is proof of my naivete and cockeyed idealism that I am still amazed that the very same Republican

Why are elephant tusks easy to find in Alabama?

White dog spotted with coyote pack is rescued:

The fun continues

DeSantis ERUPTS In Seething Trump Misstep On Stage - The Damage Report

Access Denied: How Florida Judges Obstruct Young People's Ability to Obtain Abortion

All Dems have to say is that the only thing they weaponized is the TRUTH! nt

San Antonio to vote on decriminalizing abortion

Etiquette when given hearts.

Australia and New Zealand best placed to survive nuclear apocalypse, study finds

HOW TO EAT KOREAN BBQ (KBBQ 101)! - Fung Bros Food

Thank you

What's for Dinner, Thurs., Feb. 9, 2023

Why prosecuting low-level insurrectionists is NOT ENOUGH:

My thanks for the kind individuals who gave me hearts 💕

Hooray!! I have crocus blooming in my yard! Take that, groundhog.

Speaking only for myself, I am doing my best to avoid clicking on any of the "Ooh! Trump is really

STOCK MARKET WATCH -- Friday, 10 February 2023

Tenn woman used Covid funds for travel to Trump resort and plastic surgery sentenced to 6 years.

Top 10 Conservative Idiots #14-3: House Of Chinese Spy Balloons Edition

Dog Wanted Puppies But Got Piglets Instead

67 degrees in NE Ohio in mid February!

OMG...another one. woman fake cries and screams while calling cops on black air conditioner tech

Republican CALLED OUT On Live TV For Bogus Claim

Woman Bonds With Blind Dog And Guides Him Through Life

Mama Dog with Chain on Her Neck Gets Rescued With Her Puppies

MSNBC: Proud Boys trial shows evidence of cooperation between Proud Boys and Trump campaign.

Pro gun man accidently shot and killed with his own gun (Brazil)

MUST-SEE: Jamie Raskin HUMILIATES Republicans On House Floor

Bernie Sanders, White House pressure railroads on paid sick leave for union workers

Human Beings----- Seal

A cat who lost her kittens, found happiness again when she met an orphaned kitten in need of love

Is it just me or is DU weird?

How Wolves Greet One Another

USPS Board of Gov met today. Is DeJoy still employed by USPS? If so, why TF is he still there

No one is above the law except: the Supreme Court, the Wealthy and Connected, Insurrection

Where are people getting their timelines from when it comes to the investigations?

63 degres f in sonora ca and i am wearing tank top and sweats .

Walmart to close some 'underperforming' stores in 3 states

Sunset, southern MD 2/9

Thanks to those giving me a heart. :)

Ron DeSantis once expressed support for privatizing Social Security and Medicare

🙏 4 +++ ❤️'s

Richmond Airport (RIC) established a new record high temperature for today's date of 74.

Ari is discussing Dark Brandon

Sen. John Fetterman Hospitalized Overnight His staff said he has no signs of another stroke,

Mike Pence subpoenaed by special counsel overseeing Trump probes: Sources

Color argument

Does Eric have a side gig?

ABC NEWS BREAKING: Mike Pence subpoenaed by special counsel overseeing Trump probes: Sources

NYC Woman Convicted of Trying to Kill Look-Alike With Poison Cheesecake

Am I wrong to find this kind of ironic?

Piece of My Heart - Janis Joplin ❤⚘

Heart

Pennsylvania voting officials are still fighting election deniers

Trump finally offers to hand over DNA to E Jean Carroll rape case - after deadline passes to submit

Thank you for the hearts!

Pence subpoenaed by Jack Smith. Documents and testimony (interaction with Trump

Lazuline Sabrewing - Colombia

Mt. House advances obscenity bill that would subject school employees to criminal liability

Forget China's spy balloon; military UFO incidents are far more intriguing

Merci for the hearts!❣ and making the day special! smile :)

The 4 Seasons - Rag Doll

Middle Age Riot tweet of the evening:

Peter & Gordon - I Go To Pieces

Female Gorgeted Woodstar - Tiny Take-Off

Hey, it's me, Zelmo, again! If any o' you'ns can get a URGENT warning to Rep Jim Jordan, please

I think it's accurate to say that anyone who used this product voted for Vote.

The Detergents - Leader of the Laudromat

Mike Pence Subpoenaed By Jack Smith

LOL! Debbie Wasserman Schultz mopped the floor with Jonathan Turley at the Twitter hearings:

Soupy Sales - The Mouse

Roger Waters (with special appearance by David Gilmour) - Comfortably Numb (Live 2011, 02 Arena)

Let's find all that waste in social programs - YAH

Dark Brandon says:

This has to be the Biggest Baddest F**ked up week for the GOPee.

An important reminder as the -2020- campaign gets started:

Thank you to all that have given me Hearts.

Jack Smith did not subpoena Pence in order to NOT indict Trump.

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