Chuck Bednar for redOrbit.com – @BednarChuck People love bacon. It's widely consumed, it gets added to things like ice cream and pizza crust (praise the gods), it's inspired a long line of Internet memes, and was even given its very own holiday. But as it turns out, humans aren't the only ones with a taste for… … [Read more...] about A vampire bat’s favorite food is bacon, study says
Saturday Night Live On Hillary Clinton’s Announcement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXdNYXMQoy8 Saturday Night Live gave their impression of Hillary Clinton's announcement that she is running for the Democratic nomination in the video above. She did not come across very well in her first attempt at filming a video on her phone: “Citizens: You will elect me. I will be your leader.” Other attempts were interrupted by Darrell … [Read more...] about Saturday Night Live On Hillary Clinton’s Announcement
US-Cuba Relations Thaw Begins With Historic Sit-Down Meeting Between Leaders
US-Cuba Relations: President Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro met in the first sit-down between the two countries in a half-century. The last time the two countries had a meeting was in 1956. It is very historic. Obama told Castro that "over time it is possible for us to turn the page and develop a new relationship between our 2 countries." President Castro asked … [Read more...] about US-Cuba Relations Thaw Begins With Historic Sit-Down Meeting Between Leaders
Clinton Entering Race As Heavy Favorite For Nomination, But Slipping In Swing State Polls
Hillary Clinton is expected to officially enter the race for the Democratic nomination on Sunday, starting as a tremendous favorite to win the nomination. She is hoping for no drama within her campaign, but will have to face external drama, including scandals and opposition from liberal Democrats on her views on economic policy, foreign policy, government secrecy, civil … [Read more...] about Clinton Entering Race As Heavy Favorite For Nomination, But Slipping In Swing State Polls
On the Eve of Hillary’s ‘Intimate’ Campaign
[icopyright one button toolbar] As Hillary Rodham Clinton gets ready to make her big announcement Sunday, there has been lots of sniping from the usual sources, but also some advice and encouragement. She already has taken some advice to heart. For example, the campaign is not going to be much about the “I” in Clinton as has been in the past. There will be “Less … [Read more...] about On the Eve of Hillary’s ‘Intimate’ Campaign
Cartoon: Launching Hillary
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US and Cuba make history as Obama and Castro shake hands
US and Cuba make history as Obama and Castro shake hands Presidents Barack Obama and Raul Castro have made history – shaking hands in a symbolically charged gesture as they seek to restore ties after decades of hostility between the US and Cuba. Their first formal face to face came at the start of the Summit of the Americas in Panama, dominated by the rapprochement between … [Read more...] about US and Cuba make history as Obama and Castro shake hands
Where Do You Stand?
Take the Republican and Democratic "whack job" surveys in The Washington Post. Cross-posted from The Sensible Center http://thesensiblecentercom.blogspot.com/2015/04/where-do-you-stand.html … [Read more...] about Where Do You Stand?
‘Fantastic Four’ Reboot Unveils First Image Of Jamie Bell As The Thing [PHOTO]
FOX’s Fantastic Four movie has released the first image of actor Jamie Bell as The Thing. You can see the new stills of the reboot in the upcoming issue of Empire magazine. Director Josh Trank gushed about working with Bell on the Fantastic Four set, stating the actor is just as strong as his character. “Jamie… … [Read more...] about ‘Fantastic Four’ Reboot Unveils First Image Of Jamie Bell As The Thing [PHOTO]
Cartoon: Hillary in Wonderland
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How Hillary Clinton will launch differently this time
How Hillary Clinton will launch differently this time WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton will formally launch her long-anticipated campaign for the White House with a series of small, intimate events in early nominating states as she looks to reconnect with voters in her second presidential run. Gone are the soaring speeches and large rallies. Instead, Clinton plans to appear with a … [Read more...] about How Hillary Clinton will launch differently this time
Report Claims Clinton Altered Position On Trade Deal And Human Rights In Return For Contributions To Clinton Foundation
Hillary Clinton is facing yet another scandal just before the planned announcement of her campaign for the Democratic nomination. Despite claims of leaving the White House dead broke, the Clintons have made a fortune since Bill was president. The Clinton Foundation has been thought to be a front for selling political influence by watchdogs on both the right and left. While … [Read more...] about Report Claims Clinton Altered Position On Trade Deal And Human Rights In Return For Contributions To Clinton Foundation
Will Hillary Clinton’s ‘Epilogue’ be a Prologue?
[icopyright one button toolbar] On Friday, Hillary Clinton published at the Huffington Post a new epilogue to her 2014 memoir, Hard Choices. In her epilogue, titled “A New Chapter” at the Post, Clinton muses at length on the “wonder,” the joys and responsibilities of being a mother and a grandmother and of sharing those with Bill. While I would not go as far as … [Read more...] about Will Hillary Clinton’s ‘Epilogue’ be a Prologue?
Colin’s Hope
[icopyright one button toolbar] When I was 6 or 7 years old, I witnessed the ocean drowning of a dear aunt. Although too young for the full scope of the tragedy to sink in, the thoughts and the images of that event have remained with me for almost 70 years. No wonder that, when our young grandson started splashing in our swimming pool a dozen or so years ago, the … [Read more...] about Colin’s Hope
A Call for Fair Pay for College Athletes
by Walter Brasch Some people foolishly believe the purpose of a college education is to further one’s education. To explore new cultures and views. Perhaps to help make a difference in the world. They, of course, are wrong. The purpose of going to college is to party, make contacts, and get a job. Sometimes the job is as a shift manager at a fast food restaurant. … [Read more...] about A Call for Fair Pay for College Athletes
The United States Is A Humiliating Also-Ran When It Comes To The Stuff That Really Matters
[icopyright one button toolbar] If you have the sinking feeling that the American colossus is becoming a little frayed around the edges, then a new study will be a very cold shower. While the U.S. still has the biggest and baddest military and can wipe out anything and anybody on earth with the flick of a neocon's wrist, while it continues to maintain the technological … [Read more...] about The United States Is A Humiliating Also-Ran When It Comes To The Stuff That Really Matters
Meet The First Human Head Transplant Volunteer [VIDEO]
This guy can’t have a good head on his shoulders, right? Italian surgeon Dr. Sergio Canavero has garnered a lot of attention in the medical community thanks to an idea that seems like it jumped right off the page of some science-fiction novel. Canavero’s plan to perform a successful human head transplant may sound like the… … [Read more...] about Meet The First Human Head Transplant Volunteer [VIDEO]
Mike Peters Guest Cartoon: Republicans and Iran
Republicans and Iran by Mike Peters OF RELATED INTEREST: --Some Republicans Seek Status Quo on Iran --A third of Republicans support Iran nuclear deal: Reuters/Ipsos poll --Rand Paul's Senate Record On Iran Could Haunt Him In GOP Primary Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political … [Read more...] about Mike Peters Guest Cartoon: Republicans and Iran
Top 12 Media Myths On Oil Prices
[icopyright one button toolbar] Top 12 Media Myths On Oil Prices by Dan Doyle The upstream oil and gas industry is not a black hole. There's no mystery wrapped in an enigma here. There are a lot of meetings with engineers, chemists and geologists. There's a constantly evolving learning curve. And then there's all the regulations and compliance. But all-in-all it's … [Read more...] about Top 12 Media Myths On Oil Prices
Somebody Remembered Appomattox
[icopyright one button toolbar] Sure glad the South lost that war. The New York Times remembers that 150 years ago, Lee surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House. Lee Surrendered, But His Lieutenants Kept Fighting Elizabeth R. Varon / New York Times “If the programme which our people saw set on foot at Appomattox Court-House had been carried out ... we would have … [Read more...] about Somebody Remembered Appomattox