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Micron gets combined $13.6 billion grant, loan for chip plants
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
Micron gets combined $13.6 billion grant, loan for chip plants
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
General Discussion
A legal question about Pecker's plea agreement and testimony
By dsc - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
A legal question about Pecker's plea agreement and testimony
By dsc - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
General Discussion
the US should tie any further israel aid to netanyahu and his cronies leaving teh government
By moonshinegnomie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
the US should tie any further israel aid to netanyahu and his cronies leaving teh government
By moonshinegnomie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
General Discussion
Donald Trump had a fantastic day in the Supreme Court today
By In It to Win It - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
Donald Trump had a fantastic day in the Supreme Court today
By In It to Win It - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Sitting at home while the HVAC guys replace my 30-year-old furnace
By The Polack MSgt - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
Sitting at home while the HVAC guys replace my 30-year-old furnace
By The Polack MSgt - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 5 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Excited Miniature Horse Runs Around Barn
By catbyte - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Excited Miniature Horse Runs Around Barn
By catbyte - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (April 25, 2024)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (April 25, 2024)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Environment & Energy
Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world's plastic pollution
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world's plastic pollution
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Madowblog-RNC's 'election integrity' lawyer charged with election crimes
By LetMyPeopleVote - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Madowblog-RNC's 'election integrity' lawyer charged with election crimes
By LetMyPeopleVote - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
The Supreme Court is caught up in the chaos and confusion...
By kentuck - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
The Supreme Court is caught up in the chaos and confusion...
By kentuck - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Well, Trump is overthrowing the government in anyway he can!
By imanamerican63 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Well, Trump is overthrowing the government in anyway he can!
By imanamerican63 - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Chemicals Found In Popular Household Products Potentially Linked To Autism, Multiple Sclerosis, Study Suggests
By G_j - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Chemicals Found In Popular Household Products Potentially Linked To Autism, Multiple Sclerosis, Study Suggests
By G_j - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Now I know why Trump wanted to attend the Supreme Court hearing today.
By Tommy Carcetti - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Now I know why Trump wanted to attend the Supreme Court hearing today.
By Tommy Carcetti - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Florida
U.S. court asked to reconsider ruling upholding DeSantis' quashing of Black congressional seat
By In It to Win It - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
U.S. court asked to reconsider ruling upholding DeSantis' quashing of Black congressional seat
By In It to Win It - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Hypocritical Accusations of Genocide
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Hypocritical Accusations of Genocide
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
One in Four Voters Could Change Their Minds
By applegrove - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
One in Four Voters Could Change Their Minds
By applegrove - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Latin America
Los Chapitos Captured And Delivered White Supremacist To The U.S., It Is Revealed
By Judi Lynn - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Los Chapitos Captured And Delivered White Supremacist To The U.S., It Is Revealed
By Judi Lynn - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about 4 messages and colleges....
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about 4 messages and colleges....
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Sanders Responds to Netanyahu's Claim that Criticism of Israeli Gov't Policies is Antisemitic
By Donkees - 25 replies @ 6 hrs ago (Milestone)
Sanders Responds to Netanyahu's Claim that Criticism of Israeli Gov't Policies is Antisemitic
By Donkees - 25 replies @ 6 hrs ago (Milestone)
Pro-Choice
Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho law that outlaws abortion in almost all cases - PBS NewsHour
By ihaveaquestion - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho law that outlaws abortion in almost all cases - PBS NewsHour
By ihaveaquestion - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Report from India - a rare response
By malaise - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Report from India - a rare response
By malaise - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
PT Barnum ARRIVES at Trial in PANIC as Witness TELLS ALL- Meidas
By MagaSmash - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
PT Barnum ARRIVES at Trial in PANIC as Witness TELLS ALL- Meidas
By MagaSmash - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Kavanaugh just said Nixon pardon was one of the best Presidential decisions in history
By Mr.WeRP - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Kavanaugh just said Nixon pardon was one of the best Presidential decisions in history
By Mr.WeRP - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Shave and go to the army. For Russia! - Break the Fake - TVP World
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Shave and go to the army. For Russia! - Break the Fake - TVP World
By TexasTowelie - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
"Wreak havoc": Text messages suggest a top Wisconsin Republican tried to suppress Black vote
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
"Wreak havoc": Text messages suggest a top Wisconsin Republican tried to suppress Black vote
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Sports
Kentucky appeals court denies Bob Baffert-trained Arkansas Derby winner Muth to enter Kentucky Derby
By Eugene - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Kentucky appeals court denies Bob Baffert-trained Arkansas Derby winner Muth to enter Kentucky Derby
By Eugene - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Lee Michaels - Do You Know What I Mean
By videohead5 - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Lee Michaels - Do You Know What I Mean
By videohead5 - 22 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
This East Texas town hasn't held a city council election in at least 18 years
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
This East Texas town hasn't held a city council election in at least 18 years
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Plaintiff Trying to Reverse Noncompete Ban Is Trump's Tax Adviser
By Passages - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Plaintiff Trying to Reverse Noncompete Ban Is Trump's Tax Adviser
By Passages - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
How the Supreme Court weaponizes its own calendar
By In It to Win It - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
How the Supreme Court weaponizes its own calendar
By In It to Win It - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
Born on this date, Michael Brown of The Left Banke.
By JohnnyRingo - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Born on this date, Michael Brown of The Left Banke.
By JohnnyRingo - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Doctors race against Florida's six-week abortion ban
By In It to Win It - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Doctors race against Florida's six-week abortion ban
By In It to Win It - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Justice Sotomayor pushes back against trump attorney's ridiculous immunity argument during hearing
By MagaSmash - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Justice Sotomayor pushes back against trump attorney's ridiculous immunity argument during hearing
By MagaSmash - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Poland could deport Ukrainians for conscription
By womanofthehills - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Poland could deport Ukrainians for conscription
By womanofthehills - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Boris Epshteyn is in the courtroom following a lunch break
By Beachnutt - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Boris Epshteyn is in the courtroom following a lunch break
By Beachnutt - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Emerson College students appear in court after being arrested at pro-Palestinian protest
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
Emerson College students appear in court after being arrested at pro-Palestinian protest
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 6 hrs ago
General Discussion
Local DFL committee affirms decision to endorse Minnesota House candidate with criminal past
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Local DFL committee affirms decision to endorse Minnesota House candidate with criminal past
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Hamas official who sought endless war after Oct. 7 says it could put down arms for 2-state deal
By sarisataka - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Hamas official who sought endless war after Oct. 7 says it could put down arms for 2-state deal
By sarisataka - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Scumbag du jour: Ex-athletic director framed principal with AI-generated voice, police say
By usonian - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Scumbag du jour: Ex-athletic director framed principal with AI-generated voice, police say
By usonian - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Washington
Grizzlies to return to North Cascades, feds confirm
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Grizzlies to return to North Cascades, feds confirm
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Boeing problems lead Southwest to drop service to four airports
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Boeing problems lead Southwest to drop service to four airports
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Washington
Court-ordered redistricting is factor in exits of two GOP state lawmakers
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Court-ordered redistricting is factor in exits of two GOP state lawmakers
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Can someone explain the point of an "unindicted co-conspirator"
By Miguelito Loveless - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Can someone explain the point of an "unindicted co-conspirator"
By Miguelito Loveless - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Difference between an orange cat and other cats
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Difference between an orange cat and other cats
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Pecker has something so bad on Trump, it prevents Trump from attacking him
By Mr.WeRP - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Pecker has something so bad on Trump, it prevents Trump from attacking him
By Mr.WeRP - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
NYT reporter says their nonstop coverage of Biden's age is retribution
By bigtree - 50 replies @ 7 hrs ago (Milestone)
NYT reporter says their nonstop coverage of Biden's age is retribution
By bigtree - 50 replies @ 7 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
Star Wars Blue Milk hits DC area grocery store shelves
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Star Wars Blue Milk hits DC area grocery store shelves
By mahatmakanejeeves - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Johnson: Republicans 'don't have a functioning majority' in the House
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Johnson: Republicans 'don't have a functioning majority' in the House
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Justice Clarence Thomas chooses not to recuse himself from another January 6-related case
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Justice Clarence Thomas chooses not to recuse himself from another January 6-related case
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
The idiots who said the Supreme Court doesn't matter in 2016 and 2000, f**K YOU!!!
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 7 hrs ago (Milestone)
The idiots who said the Supreme Court doesn't matter in 2016 and 2000, f**K YOU!!!
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 7 hrs ago (Milestone)
Washington
ALL Kraken Games will be free to viewers starting next year...
By samnsara - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
ALL Kraken Games will be free to viewers starting next year...
By samnsara - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Supreme Court tells us our votes no longer matter?
By tavernier - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Supreme Court tells us our votes no longer matter?
By tavernier - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Washington
ZeroAvia's new Everett center 'a huge step in decarbonizing' aviation
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
ZeroAvia's new Everett center 'a huge step in decarbonizing' aviation
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump downplays deadly Charlottesville rally as a 'peanut' compared to Israel-Gaza protests
By brooklynite - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Trump downplays deadly Charlottesville rally as a 'peanut' compared to Israel-Gaza protests
By brooklynite - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Hamas official says group would lay down its weapons if a two-state solution is implemented
By WhiteTara - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Hamas official says group would lay down its weapons if a two-state solution is implemented
By WhiteTara - 19 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Two Florida Supreme Court justices qualify for the 2024 ballot
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
Two Florida Supreme Court justices qualify for the 2024 ballot
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 7 hrs ago
General Discussion
Why do I think that there is Russian/Right Wing influence and or money pushing the pro Hamas protesters?
By Botany - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Why do I think that there is Russian/Right Wing influence and or money pushing the pro Hamas protesters?
By Botany - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
FTC awarding more than $5M in refunds to Ring customers over privacy settlement
By BumRushDaShow - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
FTC awarding more than $5M in refunds to Ring customers over privacy settlement
By BumRushDaShow - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
The man who audited Trump's social media company misspelled his own name in 14 different ways: FT
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
The man who audited Trump's social media company misspelled his own name in 14 different ways: FT
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Boeing 737 Max production delays expected to last a while longer
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Boeing 737 Max production delays expected to last a while longer
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Birders
Osprey about to grab a fish from Central Park's Harlem Meer
By Donkees - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Osprey about to grab a fish from Central Park's Harlem Meer
By Donkees - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Terrorists in Robes: Europe Drives the Moscow Church Out - UATV English
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Terrorists in Robes: Europe Drives the Moscow Church Out - UATV English
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Humor
We Need Cameras in the Trump Trial! - Lovett or Leave It
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
We Need Cameras in the Trump Trial! - Lovett or Leave It
By TexasTowelie - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Bullshit !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By SamKnause - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Bullshit !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By SamKnause - 25 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
K9 nabs robbery suspect, then leads officer back to an abandoned puppy encountered in the chase
By UTUSN - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
K9 nabs robbery suspect, then leads officer back to an abandoned puppy encountered in the chase
By UTUSN - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
Malcolm Kenyatta (D) makes history after winning primary for Pa. Auditor General
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Malcolm Kenyatta (D) makes history after winning primary for Pa. Auditor General
By RandySF - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump Lawyer Says Having Political Rival Killed Could Constitute 'Official' Presidential Act
By highplainsdem - 50 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Trump Lawyer Says Having Political Rival Killed Could Constitute 'Official' Presidential Act
By highplainsdem - 50 replies @ 8 hrs ago (Milestone)
Washington
Seattle Storm great Sue Bird joins Force 10 Hoops ownership group
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Seattle Storm great Sue Bird joins Force 10 Hoops ownership group
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
General Discussion
What we know about the attack on a Swedish anti-fascist meeting
By Celerity - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
What we know about the attack on a Swedish anti-fascist meeting
By Celerity - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Bodies Recovered at Mass Graves in Nasser Hospital Bear Signs of Torture, Mutilation & Execution
By Uncle Joe - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Bodies Recovered at Mass Graves in Nasser Hospital Bear Signs of Torture, Mutilation & Execution
By Uncle Joe - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 8 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Omaha Steve's Labor Group
New overtime rule may not survive expected court challengeNational COSH Announces "Dirty Dozen" Unsafe Employers for 2024
Death on the Job
Latest Breaking News
Rudy Giuliani bankruptcy judge allows creditors to hire specialized forensic financial accounting firm
Saturday - Law & Crime
Saturday - Law & Crime
Reagan-era emergency health care law is the next abortion flashpoint at the Supreme Court
Saturday - CNN Politics
Saturday - CNN Politics
Zelensky lauds House passage of Ukraine aid bill: 'This is a solution for protecting life'
Saturday - The Hill
Saturday - The Hill
Third Temporary Channel Opens for Vessels to Baltimore Port After Bridge Collapse
Saturday - US News and World Report/AP
Saturday - US News and World Report/AP
On the heels of historic Volkswagen union vote, Starbucks asks Supreme Court to curb labor's power
Saturday - USA Today
Saturday - USA Today
Biden signs bill extending a key US surveillance program after divisions nearly forced it to lapse
Saturday - AP
Saturday - AP
Republicans' defense of the 'Biden 16' House districts starts with Pennsylvania's primary election
Saturday - AP
Saturday - AP
Congress passes bill that could unlock billions in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Saturday - NBC News
Saturday - NBC News
Buck takes swing at 'Moscow Marjorie': She is just 'mouthing the Russian propaganda'
Saturday - The Hill
Saturday - The Hill
U.S. sanctions fundraisers for extremist West Bank settlers who commit violence against Palestinians
Saturday - msn.com
Saturday - msn.com
Colorado organizers fail to gather enough signatures to put anti-abortion measure on the ballot
Saturday - CBS News
Saturday - CBS News
Idaho group says it is exploring a ballot initiative for abortion rights and reproductive care
Saturday - ABC News/AP
Saturday - ABC News/AP
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
Friday - Associated Press
Friday - Associated Press
Convenience store chain with hundreds of outlets in 6 states hit with discrimination lawsuit
Friday - NBC News
Friday - NBC News
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says
Friday - AP
Friday - AP
Rudy Giuliani asks bankruptcy judge to let him hire attorney for appeal of massive defamation judgment
Friday - Law & Crime
Friday - Law & Crime
Biden administration secures key agreement for aid distribution from US military pier being built off Gaza coast
Friday - CNN Politics
Friday - CNN Politics
Environmental Group That Used to Support RFK Jr. Asks Him to End Presidential Bid: 'Honor Our Planet, Drop Out'
Friday - Mediaite.com
Friday - Mediaite.com
Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward
Friday - AP
Friday - AP