AMERICA FIRST? NOPE, IT’S TRUMP FIRST.
by John L. Micek The Trump administration’s foreign policy, such as it is, has been described a lot of different ways. But one word that’s never been applied to it is “coherent.” From Israel to Turkey, from Brussels to Beijing, and all points between, President Donald Trump’s White House has careered from one embarrassment to another, leaving world leaders shaking … [Read more...] about AMERICA FIRST? NOPE, IT’S TRUMP FIRST.
Underappreciated Holiday Songs
Starting each year in November, the public gets bombarded by so-called "traditional" holiday songs. Sadly, certain holiday songs don't get heard much because they are underappreciated. In order to correct the situation, this blogger presents some holiday songs that you may not have heard of before. So, without further ado . . . Deck The Stalls (with oats and barley) … [Read more...] about Underappreciated Holiday Songs
‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Invites Everybody to be Better Neighbors
In a world with violence, uncertainty, sadness, and confusion, it can be difficult to find heroes in our lives to help guide in being our best selves. And, as it happens, there are very few people who demonstrate enough fortitude and patience to confidently be those heroes, even if they don't view themselves as one. Fortunately for us, we have Mister Rogers. A Beautiful Day … [Read more...] about ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Invites Everybody to be Better Neighbors
‘The Good Liar’ Is An Exciting Drama With Veteran Actors
Roy (Ian McKellan) and Betty (Helen Mirren) are two aging English people looking for companionship. They hit it off rather quickly and start to make some quick decisions. At their age, they don't have much time to waste, so why wait? The only problem is that Roy is a conman, and his motivations for pursuing Betty are not what she believes them to be. What ensues is an exciting … [Read more...] about ‘The Good Liar’ Is An Exciting Drama With Veteran Actors
Ways to Prepare Your Business for Winter Storms
The onset of winter means the approach of winter storms, and you want your business to be ready for whatever comes. Whether it's a storm watch or a full-on blizzard, you and workers will need adequate preparation to avoid injury or damage to the business. Snow is a pleasant wintertime sight, but it's not so welcome when it's blocking your building or crushing your … [Read more...] about Ways to Prepare Your Business for Winter Storms
Did the Pilgrims really eat corn?
When Americans hear or read the word corn, they immediately think of a yellow vegetable that grows on stalks and that the state of Iowa is famous for. However, prior to the year 1492 CE, the word corn was a Germanic word that was used in reference to various grains produced in the Old World such as wheat, oats, barley and rye. From Bon Appétit: "Corn" itself, though, … [Read more...] about Did the Pilgrims really eat corn?
Here’s How to Improve Water Quality
Here's How to Improve Water Quality Water quality remains a top-of-mind issue for many environmentalists. Every living being needs water to survive, but many of the world's sources have become polluted. Most of this pollution comes from humans, which exemplifies the outsized role people play in affecting the environment. Fortunately, not all the news is bad — many have created … [Read more...] about Here’s How to Improve Water Quality
‘Citizen K’ Grapples With the Truth of Russian Politics and Corruption
To make an excellent documentary, you need a good story. For it to be captivating, its subject needs to be able to pull in the viewer and keep them glued as events unfold. This is precisely what happens with Citizen K, which focuses on Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky, his business interests following the fall of the Soviet Union, his relationship with Vladimir Putin, … [Read more...] about ‘Citizen K’ Grapples With the Truth of Russian Politics and Corruption
Thank fungi for cheese, wine and beer this holiday season
These foods are all dependent on microorganisms for their distinctive flavor. margouillat photo/Shutterstock.com Antonis Rokas, Vanderbilt University It’s hard to imagine a holiday table without bread, meat, vegetables, wine, beer or a board of French cheeses for those with more adventurous palates. Savoring these delicacies with family and friends is … [Read more...] about Thank fungi for cheese, wine and beer this holiday season
IMPEACHMENT WISHBONE (Cartoon)
Conspiracy or Merely Clueless?
A very strange story broke today: Multiple Women Recall Sexual Misconduct and Retaliation by Gordon Sondland ProPublica — Three women recall Sondland made unwanted sexual contact in business settings. One says he exposed himself. All recall professional retaliation after they rejected him. Sondland denies the allegations.... Using the #MeToo movement, a … [Read more...] about Conspiracy or Merely Clueless?
UN: The world is barreling towards climate catastrophes (as Trump fiddles)
Many countries, most prominently the United States, continue to drag their feet on dealing with the adverse consequences of climate change, despite repeated and dire warnings by United Nations-led experts about imminent dangers, including catastrophic weather patterns. A new UN Environment Programme (UNEP) report warns that the world is headed towards global temperature … [Read more...] about UN: The world is barreling towards climate catastrophes (as Trump fiddles)
Why Bother?
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Wishing Our Readers a Wonderful, ‘Thawed-Turkey’ Thanksgiving
Most of our readers know that I love satire, but probably not too many realize I am also, at times, a little bit sadistic and can also be a little bit of a freeloader. With Thanksgiving and the holidays around the corner, I have decided to repent, come clean and hopefully receive forgiveness. So here it goes: My favorite Thanksgiving-eve routine is to, first, go to my … [Read more...] about Wishing Our Readers a Wonderful, ‘Thawed-Turkey’ Thanksgiving
Can Air Pollution Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease?
Image Source: Pixabay Alzheimer's disease robs millions of people of the joy of their retirement years. Instead of spending days playing with their grandchildren, sufferers may struggle to remember their names. Many can no longer live independently and lament burdening their family members. Scientists have struggled to discover the root cause of this condition. Recently, … [Read more...] about Can Air Pollution Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease?
Train Wreck At Mark Penn Station
You might remember the name: Former Clinton strategist Mark Penn counsels President Trump on impeachment Washington Post — As President Trump's White House battles impeachment, he turned to a familiar face last week: Mark Penn, one of President Bill Clinton's top strategists. — Penn came to the Oval Office for more than an hour last Monday … Mark Penn was pollster and … [Read more...] about Train Wreck At Mark Penn Station
Is the United States ‘Starting to Look Like Ukraine’ Did in the Past?
Trump, as the commander in chief, of course has the power to interfere and manipulate the military justice system, as he has done time and time again and has more aggressively and unabashedly done in trying to dictate “special treatment for Navy SEAL Edward Gallagher,” the Navy Seal accused of committing war crimes during a 2017 deployment in Iraq. Gallagher was … [Read more...] about Is the United States ‘Starting to Look Like Ukraine’ Did in the Past?
OUR TOWER OF BABEL
Ritual is a way to stifle the ravages of anxiety and fear – a way to firmly seat us in the present and detach us from an uncharted future. Some people dread what has come to be known as America’s Holiday Season, but the discomfort emanates, not from the moral lessons contained in these rituals, but because each person seated at the communal table has diverged far from … [Read more...] about OUR TOWER OF BABEL
Kaepernick’s woes continue.
Colin Kaepernick's woes continue, as revealed in the below video clip from ESPN. Here is more from ESPN senior writer Adam Schefter: "Some sources speculated that there had been teams interested in making a move with Kaepernick, and could in the weeks after his workout. But nothing has materialized, and nothing is expected to at this time." If the opinion of a … [Read more...] about Kaepernick’s woes continue.