Does the "civilized" world have what it takes to defeat the self-declared Islamic State, otherwise known as ISIS? To be sure, the U.S. has launched air strikes on ISIS targets over Iraq, Congress and President Barack Obama finally seem in gear, and there are ongoing efforts to put together a coalition involving NATO and countries such as Saudi Arabia to combat the world's … [Read more...] about Do ‘Civilized’ Nations Have What It Takes to Defeat ISIS?
Cartoon: ISIS Magazine
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Apple does something really right
I'm no fan of Apple. But I really like their latest move. It's a dilly. Apple said Wednesday night that it is making it impossible for the company to turn over data from most iPhones or iPads to police — even when they have a search warrant — taking a hard new line as tech companies attempt to blunt allegations that they have too readily participated in government … [Read more...] about Apple does something really right
United Kingdom remains united: Scotland votes “No” on independence
Scotland has voted "No" to independence and you can almost hear and FEEL the sigh of relief from British Prime Minister David Cameron and from Washington, where a formally downsized U.K. could have had a slew of implications. Scotland has voted to stay in the United Kingdom after voters decisively rejected independence. With the results in from all 32 council areas, … [Read more...] about United Kingdom remains united: Scotland votes “No” on independence
Cartoon: NFL wives
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Health Care Advocates File Suit Against California For Lag In Enrollments In Expanded Medicaid Program
By most measures the Affordable Care Act has been a success, increasing the number insured without the problems predicted by Republicans. However not everything has worked out perfectly to date. The biggest problems have been with the expansion of Medicaid. The worst problem has been seen in the Republican controlled states which have blocked Medicaid expansion, but there are … [Read more...] about Health Care Advocates File Suit Against California For Lag In Enrollments In Expanded Medicaid Program
President Praises Congress for Anti-ISIL Legislation
[icopyright one button toolbar] Shortly after the U.S. Senate easily approved (78-22) a $1 trillion government-funding bill that gives President Obama new authority to battle ISIL -- legislation that had been previously approved by the House in a 273-156 vote -- President Obama spoke to the nation commending Congress for approving his plan to arm and train rebels in Syria to … [Read more...] about President Praises Congress for Anti-ISIL Legislation
Fall Picture
I don't really have much to say so how about a picture. I woke up to the sound of rain this morning. Not really enough to do any good but the first wet pavement in 3 months. The relief will be short lived - more desert dry east winds and temperatures in the 90's this weekend. Here is what I'm looking forward to: … [Read more...] about Fall Picture
Apple and iTunes offer free candy to children
Riding high from the reception of their free U2 album download promotion, Apple is offering all of its younger iTunes listeners a very sweet deal: free candy from a van! [icopyright one button toolbar] Today, in a surprise move, Apple announced that they will be sending thousands of white vans to elementary schools and playgrounds throughout the country to offer free candy … [Read more...] about Apple and iTunes offer free candy to children
The Democratic Edge In The Electoral College
The electoral college has been shifting in a Democratic direction since the Bush years when the country was split more evenly and a single state would determine the winner. This trend was seen both times Obama was on the ballot leading to the assumption that the Democratic candidate in 2016 has a strong edge. Tom Holbrook at Politics by the Numbers took a closer look at the … [Read more...] about The Democratic Edge In The Electoral College
Artificial Sweeteners Cause Chaos In Our Guts, Spurring Obesity
For years dieters and scientists alike have wondered why artificial sweeteners with zero calories do not seem to help anyone lose weight. Researchers even worry that artificial sweeteners may be contributing to both the obesity and diabetes problem affecting many parts of the globe. Now, a new study from the Weizmann Institute says exactly that. Sugar… … [Read more...] about Artificial Sweeteners Cause Chaos In Our Guts, Spurring Obesity
For the love of Scotland
WASHINGTON -- Scotland's referendum on independence will be decided by voters whose hearts say yes but whose heads say no. This is why the energy of the campaign in one of the most consequential democratic consultations in history has been with the Yes side. Passion, imagination and hope are always more inspiring than reason, calculation and doubt. That will make … [Read more...] about For the love of Scotland
Gilligan’s Island Turns 50: A Shipwreck of A Column
Gilligan's Island Turns 50: A Shipwreck of A Column Tyrades! By Danny Tyree Just sit right back and you'll endure a tale... September 26 marks the 50th anniversary of the classic TV sitcom "Gilligan's Island." People exclaim, "You're making me feel old!" when I tell them that. Gee, Skipper, I would have thought it had something to do with your shiny dome, extra chins … [Read more...] about Gilligan’s Island Turns 50: A Shipwreck of A Column
Cartoon: NFL
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August Was Hottest August Ever Recorded Per NASA Data
Living through 2014 has given many of us the sensation that after years of record warm years this could be an exception. Of course even if this was the case, one year would not change the overall trend, and certainly add no credence to the phony conservative claim of a hiatus in global warming. We can be mislead because having a generally cooler year in some areas does not mean … [Read more...] about August Was Hottest August Ever Recorded Per NASA Data
FCC receives 3+ million comments on #netNeutality, takes another look at mobile
The FCC received 1,776,471 emails and 1,297,691 electronic comments on its network neutrality proposal from late April to September 15. On Wednesday, the agency released daily and weekly data totaling 3,074,162 comments. [icopyright one button toolbar] The comment period officially opened on May 15, but the email account was established April 24. This explains the … [Read more...] about FCC receives 3+ million comments on #netNeutality, takes another look at mobile
Scottish Opponents of Independence Slightly Ahead In Polls
(Reuters) - Scottish supporters of staying in the United Kingdom are 4 percentage points ahead of secessionists with just a day to go before Scots vote in an independence referendum, three different opinion polls showed. The United Kingdom's fate remains uncertain as the three surveys - from pollsters ICM, Opinium and Survation - showed support for… … [Read more...] about Scottish Opponents of Independence Slightly Ahead In Polls
Wisconsin GOP Candidate Jacob Dorsey Drops Out of Race After Offensive Tweets
Wisconsin Republican state assembly candidate Jacob Dorsey, 19, is totally sorry for disparaging blacks and gays on social media, The Gazette reports. He dropped out of the race after admitting he made offensive comments on social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook.[icopyright one button toolbar] Here's more from Talking Points Memo: In December 2013, Dorsey tweeted … [Read more...] about Wisconsin GOP Candidate Jacob Dorsey Drops Out of Race After Offensive Tweets
Election Forecasts Now Improving For Democrats To Retain Control Of Senate
Various forecasts for who will control the Senate are now tilting in the direction of the Democrats, with most still agreeing the race is very close, continuing a trend I noted at the beginning of the month. Some of the predictions more favorable to Democrats have been those which concentrate more on polls as opposed to historical trends and other factors. Nate Silver had … [Read more...] about Election Forecasts Now Improving For Democrats To Retain Control Of Senate
‘Zionists Planned ISIS’: Justice Official’s Tweet Reflects Wider Problem (Het Parool, The Netherlands)
What should be done? We in the West have a right to free speech, but free speech can be a dangerous thing. It isn't a new problem, but in the Netherlands they are dealing with a particularly acute case. Last month, Justice Ministry official Yasmina Haifi tweeted that the Islamic State was part of a 'Zionist plot' to blacken the name of Islam, and was promptly suspended from her … [Read more...] about ‘Zionists Planned ISIS’: Justice Official’s Tweet Reflects Wider Problem (Het Parool, The Netherlands)