by Laurie Baron A year ago this week the World Health Organization declared the Covid-19 outbreak a pandemic. Since then I have not attended any “congregate” events. Now that I’m fully vaccinated, I plan to attend a wedding being held at the end of this month. The invitation has made me feel that this will not be a risky undertaking. For seating at the dinner, I was … [Read more...] about Satire: My Big Safe Covid-19 Wedding
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A year into the pandemic, the coronavirus is messing with our minds as well as our bodies
It’s not a stretch to say asymptomatic spreaders unwittingly engage in zombielike behaviors. gremlin via Getty Images Athena Aktipis, Arizona State University and Joe Alcock, University of New Mexico COVID-19 has hijacked people’s lives, families and work. And, it has hijacked their bodies and minds in ways that they may not even be aware of. As … [Read more...] about A year into the pandemic, the coronavirus is messing with our minds as well as our bodies
No drama Biden quietly triumphs in first weeks
Washington (AFP) - Joe Biden hasn't done a press conference, maintains a vanilla Twitter presence, and, as detractors love to repeat, is the oldest man to become US president. Yet in under 50 days, the quiet veteran is racking up formidable victories. This Wednesday the House of Representatives is expected to pass the American Rescue Plan, an economic stimulus package which at … [Read more...] about No drama Biden quietly triumphs in first weeks
Piers Morgan quits ‘Good Morning Britain’ after on-air fight with colleague over Meghan Markle
Piers Morgan has taken himself off the air. The controversial British broadcaster quit his hosting gig at “Good Morning Britain,” ITV announced Tuesday. “Piers Morgan has decided now is the time to leave,” the network said in a statement. The news came shortly after U.K. broadcasting regulator Ofcom launched an investigation into Monday’s episode of the talk show, in which … [Read more...] about Piers Morgan quits ‘Good Morning Britain’ after on-air fight with colleague over Meghan Markle
U.S. government to ship 18.5 million doses of COVID vaccine this week, White House says
(Reuters) - The White House said on Tuesday that the government will distribute around 18.5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines this week, fewer than last week because no new doses of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine are ready to be sent out. White House press secretary Jen Psaki said at a news briefing that the U.S. government plans to distribute 15.8 million doses of the … [Read more...] about U.S. government to ship 18.5 million doses of COVID vaccine this week, White House says
Too Short to Become a Military Aviator? Probably Not Anymore
Are you interested in becoming a pilot or career enlisted aviator, but you think you’re too short? Your height does not have to be a barrier to entry into the world’s greatest Air Force - U.S. Air Force One of the most disappointing moments in my young Air Force career occurred just a few days before one of the most exhilarating and rewarding moments. As with so … [Read more...] about Too Short to Become a Military Aviator? Probably Not Anymore
PEPE LE CANCEL (Cartoon and Column)
Add a new one to conservatives outrage over cancel culture as news hit that Pepe Le Pew will not be appearing in the upcoming Space Jam movie. In case you don’t remember, Pepe Le Pew was the cartoon skunk who literally tried to grab her by the pussy. Conservatives are NOT upset about the attempted “canceling” of an old horny governor who asks young woman if they’ve ever … [Read more...] about PEPE LE CANCEL (Cartoon and Column)
Republican donations surge despite corporate boycott after Capitol riots
By James Oliphant, Jason Lange, Julia Harte and Tim Reid (Reuters) - Right after the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, dozens of U.S. companies announced they would halt political donations to the 147 Republican lawmakers who voted to overturn Donald Trump’s presidential election loss. Two months later, there is little sign that the corporate revolt has done any real … [Read more...] about Republican donations surge despite corporate boycott after Capitol riots
Neither Queen Elizabeth nor Prince Philip asked about Archie’s skin tone, says Oprah
Oprah Winfrey narrowed down the suspects in the worst game of Clue: who was worried that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s baby wouldn’t be white enough? Winfrey, who conducted the bombshell-filled interview with the royal couple, clarified Monday morning that neither Queen Elizabeth nor Prince Philip raised concerns about Archie’s skin tone. “(Prince Harry) did not want to … [Read more...] about Neither Queen Elizabeth nor Prince Philip asked about Archie’s skin tone, says Oprah
This Is A Job For Superman: Modeling Edition
If you know how to contact Superman, then please do so. He is needed for an important job in the modeling industry. To be specific, he needs to determine which models on Earth are from planet Krypton. No, this not a joke. According to a 6 March 2021 story published by USA Today, a humanoid named Janice Dickinson has deemed herself the one who decides who is and who is not a … [Read more...] about This Is A Job For Superman: Modeling Edition
Meghan says British royals worried about her son’s dark skin
By Michael Holden and Guy Faulconbridge LONDON (Reuters) - Meghan, the wife of Prince Harry, said there were concerns about how dark her son Archie's skin would be before his birth and that such worries explained why he was not given the title of prince. Meghan, whose mother is Black and father is white, said she was naive before she married into the royal family in 2018, but … [Read more...] about Meghan says British royals worried about her son’s dark skin
Europeans spineless about confronting Iran
by Steve Kramer KFAR SABA, Israel — A Christian, a Muslim, and a Jew enter a bar. The bartender asks, “Is this a joke?” That’s how I feel after reading a recent Reuters article (3/4/21) entitled, “West scraps plan for IAEA rebuke of Iran.” Evidently Britain, France and Germany scrapped their plan, backed by the US, criticizing Iran for its many, serious actions regarding its … [Read more...] about Europeans spineless about confronting Iran
The year of COVID: Much will never be the same
By Alex Guerrero Classrooms full of children. Flying to see distant family and new places. Sitting on a full train, looking out the window. Wandering through the mall on a rainy Saturday. Rooms full of people dancing. Plays, concerts, movies, piano recitals — sharing something, together. My daughters at the park playing with just any other kids, running, hugging, laughing, … [Read more...] about The year of COVID: Much will never be the same
Mexican camp that was symbol of migrant misery empties out under Biden
By Laura Gottesdiener MATAMOROS, Mexico (Reuters) - A sprawling camp in the Mexican city of Matamoros, within sight of the Texan border, has since 2019 been one of the most powerful reminders of the human toll of former President Donald Trump's efforts to keep migrants out of the United States. The camp has dwindled to just a few dozen in residents in recent days, after … [Read more...] about Mexican camp that was symbol of migrant misery empties out under Biden
Senate passes Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill with no Republican votes (UPDATED)
After working through the night and seeking to win over moderate Democrats, Democrats have passed President Joe Biden's cornerstone $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill. Every Republican voted against it. The Washington Post: Democrats voted to adopt the bill without any Republican support after a more than 24-hour, around-the-clock session. It will now fall to the … [Read more...] about Senate passes Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill with no Republican votes (UPDATED)
Democrats battle for U.S. Senate passage of Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 aid bill
By Makini Brice, David Morgan and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate on Saturday inched toward passage of President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan in an around-the-clock session that began on Friday involving nearly two dozen votes and hours of closed-door negotiations. Democrats, who narrowly control the chamber, agreed to scale back aid to … [Read more...] about Democrats battle for U.S. Senate passage of Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 aid bill
With Friends like these, who needs enemas?
Recent buzz in the American television industry is that a Friends reunion is in the making. When asked about the six main Friends characters, Harley Quinn said, "They seem nice." In her 13 June 2019 POPSUGAR column "Why I've Decided to Stop Watching Reruns of Friends — For Good", Rayna Rossitto writes, "Lately I've found myself struggling to enjoy the show, and … [Read more...] about With Friends like these, who needs enemas?
COVID-19: A Humanitarian Crisis at Sea (Updates)
UPDATE II: Today, the New York Times has an interesting article on how the pandemic has not only disrupted the cruise industry, but also international trade “driving up the cost of shipping goods and adding a fresh challenge to the global economic recovery.” With container ships floating off the West coast in so-called “drift boxes,” because of jammed ports, a dearth of … [Read more...] about COVID-19: A Humanitarian Crisis at Sea (Updates)
Satire: The Sounds of Violence
By Laurie Baron Hello Dark Web, did you hear? Trump is back, nothing to fear. He’ll give your grievances an airing. With conspiracies he’s sharing. And the anger that he plants inside your brain. Do not abstain, From the resort to violence. In Washington you had amassed To stop the steal that was so vast. ‘Neath the gallows you erected To hang Mike Pence you … [Read more...] about Satire: The Sounds of Violence