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Birders
Posh Mallard duckling one of seven recently hatched on a nearby Park Avenue roof, NYC
By Donkees - 15 hrs ago
Posh Mallard duckling one of seven recently hatched on a nearby Park Avenue roof, NYC
By Donkees - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Biden administration considers scrapping a futuristic proposal to slash power plant pollution
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
Biden administration considers scrapping a futuristic proposal to slash power plant pollution
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Stephen Colbert - Monologue - Rescue Dog Rescue! - and Opening - 4/18/2024
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
Stephen Colbert - Monologue - Rescue Dog Rescue! - and Opening - 4/18/2024
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Breakups, fantasies and her most cutting lyrics: inside Taylor's Swift's The Tortured Poets Department
By Celerity - 15 hrs ago
Breakups, fantasies and her most cutting lyrics: inside Taylor's Swift's The Tortured Poets Department
By Celerity - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
The AZ Supreme Court consists entirely of #Republican appointed judges.....
By riversedge - 15 hrs ago
The AZ Supreme Court consists entirely of #Republican appointed judges.....
By riversedge - 15 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Tiny, entangled universes that form or fizzle out - a theory of the quantum multiverse
By Celerity - 15 hrs ago
Tiny, entangled universes that form or fizzle out - a theory of the quantum multiverse
By Celerity - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance -- with Democrats' help
By riversedge - 15 hrs ago
House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance -- with Democrats' help
By riversedge - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
FBI says Chinese hackers preparing to attack US infrastructure
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
FBI says Chinese hackers preparing to attack US infrastructure
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Israel has attacked Iran, US official tells CNN
By moonshinegnomie - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Israel has attacked Iran, US official tells CNN
By moonshinegnomie - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
How to strenghten Ukraine's air defense against Russian strikes? - To the Point - DW News
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
How to strenghten Ukraine's air defense against Russian strikes? - To the Point - DW News
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
KS: Johnson County Sheriff Hayden (R) lied about having warrant to seize old ballots for election probe
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago
KS: Johnson County Sheriff Hayden (R) lied about having warrant to seize old ballots for election probe
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
Coalition in Los Angeles Announces Community Safety Initiative Will Qualify for Ballot
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Coalition in Los Angeles Announces Community Safety Initiative Will Qualify for Ballot
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Analysis: What happened in Iran and what will happen next? - Israel-Iran tensions - Sky News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
Analysis: What happened in Iran and what will happen next? - Israel-Iran tensions - Sky News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
GA: Abortion rights at center of statewide Supreme Court race (VIDEO)
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
GA: Abortion rights at center of statewide Supreme Court race (VIDEO)
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
BREAKING: Reports that Israel has carried out attack on Iran - Sky News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
BREAKING: Reports that Israel has carried out attack on Iran - Sky News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
"Imagine they used to sail these seas on wooden ships with nothing but the sun and stars to tell them where to go":
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago
"Imagine they used to sail these seas on wooden ships with nothing but the sun and stars to tell them where to go":
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
MI: Ottawa County board to consider anti-abortion resolution
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
MI: Ottawa County board to consider anti-abortion resolution
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
Nevada Supreme Court rulings hand setbacks to gun-right defenders and anti-abortion activists
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Nevada Supreme Court rulings hand setbacks to gun-right defenders and anti-abortion activists
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
California
'Scammed on the worst day of my life': Pet owners say cremation service took their money, ghosted them
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 17 hrs ago
'Scammed on the worst day of my life': Pet owners say cremation service took their money, ghosted them
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 17 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
'A lot will depend on how much damage was done': Brennan on next steps for Israel and Iran - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
'A lot will depend on how much damage was done': Brennan on next steps for Israel and Iran - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
Croatia ruling party races to form coalition after election win
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Croatia ruling party races to form coalition after election win
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
Solomon Islands election count underway, China critic Suidani regains seat
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Solomon Islands election count underway, China critic Suidani regains seat
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
Indians vote in the first phase of the world's largest election as Modi seeks a third term
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Indians vote in the first phase of the world's largest election as Modi seeks a third term
By RandySF - 17 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
In tribute to Dickie Betts, my favorite song of the many he gave us, High Falls.
By GoodRaisin - 17 hrs ago
In tribute to Dickie Betts, my favorite song of the many he gave us, High Falls.
By GoodRaisin - 17 hrs ago
General Discussion
NY Times Reverses Stance: Biden NOT Losing Latino Voters
By Tom of Temecula - 17 hrs ago
NY Times Reverses Stance: Biden NOT Losing Latino Voters
By Tom of Temecula - 17 hrs ago
World History
Once Upon a Time Full Episode 3 A Brief History of the Future PBS
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago
Once Upon a Time Full Episode 3 A Brief History of the Future PBS
By Uncle Joe - 17 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Judge Cannon asked to include Hunter's laptop 'scandal' in official court record
By riversedge - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Judge Cannon asked to include Hunter's laptop 'scandal' in official court record
By riversedge - 25 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Gets SMACKED WITH THE LAW in Criminal Trial START - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
Trump Gets SMACKED WITH THE LAW in Criminal Trial START - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Very cool looking--Tornadic storm supercell rotates and marches along the Texas prairie at sunset
By tblue37 - 18 hrs ago
Very cool looking--Tornadic storm supercell rotates and marches along the Texas prairie at sunset
By tblue37 - 18 hrs ago
General Discussion
36-year-old joins wave of House Republican retirements
By Tom of Temecula - 18 hrs ago
36-year-old joins wave of House Republican retirements
By Tom of Temecula - 18 hrs ago
General Discussion
Sounds like Israel is hitting back at Iran.
By Ace Rothstein - 50 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Sounds like Israel is hitting back at Iran.
By Ace Rothstein - 50 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
Lawrence O'Donnell: Gagged Trump's jury pool attacks are a big problem for his lawyers - The Last Word - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
Lawrence O'Donnell: Gagged Trump's jury pool attacks are a big problem for his lawyers - The Last Word - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
General Discussion
Listen to FTC Chair Lina Khan explain how the pharmaceutical industry (Bernie Sanders)
By Uncle Joe - 18 hrs ago
Listen to FTC Chair Lina Khan explain how the pharmaceutical industry (Bernie Sanders)
By Uncle Joe - 18 hrs ago
General Discussion
Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom
By In It to Win It - 18 hrs ago
Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom
By In It to Win It - 18 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Does Trump Control the Supreme Court? - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
Does Trump Control the Supreme Court? - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
18 Apr: Revolt! Russians refuse unhinged commander's orders & desert en masse. - Reporting from Ukraine
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
18 Apr: Revolt! Russians refuse unhinged commander's orders & desert en masse. - Reporting from Ukraine
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Must-See: Marjorie Taylor Greene Smacked Down by CNN Host in Epic Takedown! - Luke Beasley
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
Must-See: Marjorie Taylor Greene Smacked Down by CNN Host in Epic Takedown! - Luke Beasley
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
What movies from the 1960's/70's do you recommend?
By RandySF - 75 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
What movies from the 1960's/70's do you recommend?
By RandySF - 75 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Apparently, only (((one country)))
By DavidDvorkin - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Apparently, only (((one country)))
By DavidDvorkin - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Cable News Clips
Embattled Mike Johnson kept in check by conservative House 'FART' team - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Embattled Mike Johnson kept in check by conservative House 'FART' team - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about major updates and developments over there....
By TexasTowelie - 19 hrs ago
Beau of the Fifth Column: Let's talk about major updates and developments over there....
By TexasTowelie - 19 hrs ago
Photography
OK...a titi photo i just took this mono....errr, i mean morning
By Gato Moteado - 19 hrs ago
OK...a titi photo i just took this mono....errr, i mean morning
By Gato Moteado - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
protestors show up at Oklahoma Ryan Walters "town hall"
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 19 hrs ago
protestors show up at Oklahoma Ryan Walters "town hall"
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
AZ: Republicans on oversight committee accuse AG Kris Mayes (D) of 'shilling' for Planned Parenthood
By RandySF - 19 hrs ago
AZ: Republicans on oversight committee accuse AG Kris Mayes (D) of 'shilling' for Planned Parenthood
By RandySF - 19 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Bill Barr latest craven Republican to lose spine, back Trump despite criticism - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Bill Barr latest craven Republican to lose spine, back Trump despite criticism - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
In an Unusual Vote, Democrats Rescue Measure to Allow Vote on Ukraine Bill
By applegrove - 19 hrs ago
In an Unusual Vote, Democrats Rescue Measure to Allow Vote on Ukraine Bill
By applegrove - 19 hrs ago
Photography
This is a pretty ordinary photo, but I've got a good reason to post it tonight . . .
By CaliforniaPeggy - 19 hrs ago
This is a pretty ordinary photo, but I've got a good reason to post it tonight . . .
By CaliforniaPeggy - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
PUTIN PAL RAND PAUL IS TRYING TO DELAY UKRAINE AID VOTE
By applegrove - 19 hrs ago
PUTIN PAL RAND PAUL IS TRYING TO DELAY UKRAINE AID VOTE
By applegrove - 19 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Can Trump Go To Jail For Jury Tampering? w/ Dean Obeidallah - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Can Trump Go To Jail For Jury Tampering? w/ Dean Obeidallah - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Trump antics already backfiring on his criminal defense as no one trusts him to behave - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
Trump antics already backfiring on his criminal defense as no one trusts him to behave - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Music Appreciation
Tainted Love / Where Did Our Love Go? (Extended Version)https://youtu.be/q84psZX6MbA?siPbxks6nYICVV7XSj0:34 / 4:29 Velvet Revolver - Fall To Pieces
(I couldn't resist...) Liberace - The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)
Latest Breaking News
Trump's valet 'thought ex-president was hoarding hairspray' in boxes that contained secret papers
Friday - UK Independent
Friday - UK Independent
Trump attorney who became a crucial witness against him has departed legal team
Friday - CNN Politics
Friday - CNN Politics
Colorado group says it has enough signatures for abortion rights ballot measure this fall
Friday - CBS News
Friday - CBS News
Kamala Harris to tie Trump to Arizona's strict new abortion ban during campaign visit
Friday - ABC News
Friday - ABC News
Law enforcement will deploy robust security package around Trump for New York hush money trial
Friday - CNN
Friday - CNN
Biden administration to forgive $7.4 billion in student debt for another 277,000 borrowers
Friday - CNBC
Friday - CNBC
Neo-Nazi Jan. 6 rioter pleads guilty, admits to stealing police helmet as a 'war trophy'
Friday - NBC News
Friday - NBC News
Big donation to Rudy Giuliani defense fund is target of lawsuit alleging fraud by donor
Apr 11 - CNBC
Apr 11 - CNBC
Jack Smith hammers Trump's valet co-defendant for 'numerous false factual allegations and meritless legal arguments'
Apr 11 - Law & Crime
Apr 11 - Law & Crime
Freight Railroads Ask Courts to Throw Out New Rule Requiring Two-Person Crews on Trains
Apr 11 - US News and World Report/AP
Apr 11 - US News and World Report/AP
Environmentalists protest as Biden administration approves huge oil export terminal off Texas coast
Apr 11 - ABC News/AP
Apr 11 - ABC News/AP
State prosecutor to investigate Georgia Lt. Gov. Jones and his role as Trump fake elector
Apr 11 - CNN Politics
Apr 11 - CNN Politics
Wisconsin Supreme Court liberal won't run again, shaking up race for control
Apr 11 - Washington Post
Apr 11 - Washington Post
Japanese PM Fumio Kishida addresses U.S. 'self-doubt' about world role in remarks to Congress
Apr 11 - NBC News
Apr 11 - NBC News
Biden awards $830 million to toughen nation's infrastructure against climate change
Apr 11 - UK Independent
Apr 11 - UK Independent
Judge in Trump's election interference case rejects 'hostages' label for jailed Jan. 6 defendants
Apr 11 - AP
Apr 11 - AP
Civil rights groups push to rename Baltimore bridge because of namesake's links to slavery
Apr 11 - NBC News
Apr 11 - NBC News
U.S. Senate spending panel calls for extending pay boost for Forest Service firefighters
Apr 10 - Nebraska Examiner
Apr 10 - Nebraska Examiner
Court-appointed monitor must investigate whether Trump team 'facilitated' Allen Weisselberg's perjury
Apr 10 - Law & Crime
Apr 10 - Law & Crime
Arizona abortion ban: Arizona House Republicans halt Democrats' effort to overturn 1864 law
Apr 10 - Arizona Republic
Apr 10 - Arizona Republic