Donald Trump's comments about the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Reiner have ignited a firestorm of outrage. There has always been the question of whether Trump's hatred and cruelty had a limit or bottom. Now we know. Nope. The Atlantic's Peter Wehrner warnsTrump's "inferno of hate is intensifying." The actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife, the … [Read more...] about TRUMP’S ROB REINER MURDER COMMENTS: TRUMP’S HATE-O-RAMA CONTINUTES
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In a cynical industry, Rob Reiner’s films taught us the power of sincerity
Adam Daniel, Western Sydney University Rob Reiner, the celebrated Hollywood director whose diverse filmography was loved by a broad array of audiences, was found dead on Sunday in Los Angeles. He was 78. Authorities have described the deaths of Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, as suspected homicide. Their son, Nick, has been arrested in relation to their … [Read more...] about In a cynical industry, Rob Reiner’s films taught us the power of sincerity
Ballroom Versus Healthcare
Republicans have priorities. They just suck. It doesn't matter what Donald Trump's name is placed upon, whether it is a football stadium, an RX plan, a savings account, the Kennedy Center, or a tacky golden ballroom, none of that will ever be as lasting or as important to America as the Affordable Care Act, a.k.a., Obamacare. People complain about health insurance, and … [Read more...] about Ballroom Versus Healthcare
Merry Jewish Christmas: How Chinese food and the movies became a time-honored tradition for American Jews
Chinese food has become a staple of many Jewish Americans’ traditions each Dec. 25. Christina Horsten/picture alliance via Getty Images Samira Mehta, University of Colorado Boulder There is a meme that circulates every holiday season, an image of a sign in a restaurant window. “The Chinese Restaurant Association of the United States would … [Read more...] about Merry Jewish Christmas: How Chinese food and the movies became a time-honored tradition for American Jews
Non-Hispanic Whites will soon be a minority in the United States
The GOP will be dragged to that reality kicking, screaming and gerrymandering In a former life, I was enthralled with demographic projections as I studied for my certified association executive credentials. I had not seen statistics used to forecast sociological changes that leaders should consider when planning an organization’s future. It remains an important field of … [Read more...] about Non-Hispanic Whites will soon be a minority in the United States
About 795,000 Palestinians are at severe flood risk this weekend, UN warns.
Nearly 795,000 displaced Palestinians in Gaza are at severe flood risk after storm Byron made landfall this weekend, the United Nations migration agency reported. Rainfall is expected to continue in the hours ahead, further straining conditions for families already living in unsafe shelters. Heavy rain has begun falling across hundreds of displacement sites, overwhelming … [Read more...] about About 795,000 Palestinians are at severe flood risk this weekend, UN warns.
4 Ways e-Commerce Growth Will Impact Shipping in 2026
Online shopping is becoming a dominant force in global retail, strengthening its connection with shipping providers and influencing how they operate. In 2026, these shifts will accelerate, pushing logistics companies to evolve and accommodate retail needs and customer demands. The Continuous Rise of e-Commerce E-commerce continues to grow globally as shoppers increasingly … [Read more...] about 4 Ways e-Commerce Growth Will Impact Shipping in 2026
Feeding Donald Trump’s Ego
"Gianni Infantino Gives Award To Giant Infant" should have been the headline pertaining to Donald Trump's award from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). Trump's status as a giant infant is already internationally known. Plus, it is no secret that Trump threw a tantrum when he wasn't awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. So the president … [Read more...] about Feeding Donald Trump’s Ego
America Needs Immigrants
Is President Trump living on another planet? According to the Census Bureau’s report on December 2, America’s workforce is aging, especially in some firms. In addition, the nation’s fertility rate is declining and is below replacement levels. An average of 2.1 children per woman is necessary to keep a nation’s population stable. America’s rate is 1.6 to 1.7. While that is not … [Read more...] about America Needs Immigrants
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Satire: Bombing, Bombing (Melody: Sailing, Sailing)
By Laurie Baron in San Diego Bombing, bombing. Boats on the open sea. If survivors are hanging on, Kill them before they flee. Bombing, bombing. Hegseth loves all the gore. This was no act of defense By his Department of War. Bombing, bombing. Sunk boats 23 times. Sorties without declaring war Makes such strikes war crimes. Bombing, bombing. What happened to … [Read more...] about Satire: Bombing, Bombing (Melody: Sailing, Sailing)
Trump’s Own Mortgages Match His Description of Mortgage Fraud, Records Reveal
Trump’s Own Mortgages Match His Description of Mortgage Fraud, Records Reveal For months, the Trump administration has been accusing its political enemies of mortgage fraud for claiming more than one primary residence. President Donald Trump branded one foe who did so “deceitful and potentially criminal.” He called another “CROOKED” on Truth Social and pushed the attorney … [Read more...] about Trump’s Own Mortgages Match His Description of Mortgage Fraud, Records Reveal
Bring Charlie Brown back to broadcast
by Tom Purcell Good grief. Since 2020, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” has been gone from network television. For 54 years, the special aired on CBS, then ABC, every December — and millions of kids made sure they were sitting in front of the TV the moment it aired. My family followed the same ritual for years: sitting in our wood-paneled basement family room, we’d plug … [Read more...] about Bring Charlie Brown back to broadcast
After Trump Vow to Intervene, Kushner Linked to Paramount’s Hostile Bid for Warner Bros.
“The correct option is neither Paramount nor Netflix buy Warner,” said one antitrust advocate. By Jake Johnson Common Dreams Paramount Skydance on Monday launched a hostile bid to take over Warner Bros. Discovery shortly after US President Donald Trump publicly expressed skepticism of Netflix’s proposed deal to acquire parts of the media company—and pledged to intervene … [Read more...] about After Trump Vow to Intervene, Kushner Linked to Paramount’s Hostile Bid for Warner Bros.
Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship will depend on its interpretation of one key phrase
When the justices weigh the arguments, they will focus on the meaning of the first sentence of the 14th Amendment, known as the citizenship clause. zimmytws/Getty Images Morgan Marietta, University of Tennessee The Supreme Court on Dec. 5, 2025, agreed to review the long-simmering controversy over birthright citizenship. It will likely hand … [Read more...] about Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship will depend on its interpretation of one key phrase
Tariff escalation is particularly damaging for poorer countries, warns UN report
A new United Nations report expects a disturbing to gloomy trade and economic outlook for the world’s poorer countries in 2026. The UN team does not dare to lay the blame on US President Donald Trump’s tariff blitz but signs are already visible that poor people have begun to suffer from its destabilizing effects. A chief implication is that in trying to enrich Americans, … [Read more...] about Tariff escalation is particularly damaging for poorer countries, warns UN report
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We need to acknowledge that Jesus was not a White European
What would the U.S. be like if Christian churches depicted the ethnicity of Jesus of Nazareth as the Middle Eastern Jew he must have been rather than as a White European? In 1970s America, 90% of us identified as Christian. We weren’t a “Christian nation” but we were a Christian society, in terms of religion. I grew up in the deep south, and when I think of Jesus, I see in … [Read more...] about We need to acknowledge that Jesus was not a White European
The racist in the White House
"Ilhan Omar should be thrown the hell out of our country, and most of those people -- they have destroyed Minnesota... It's a hellhole right now. Those Somalians should be out of here. They have destroyed our country ...go back to your own country... A lot of it starts with the governor. A lot starts with Barack Hussain Obama." ~ DJT Everyone needs to take two minutes and … [Read more...] about The racist in the White House